City of Pasadena Announces Native American Heritage Month Celebrations

PASADENA, Calif.-The City of Pasadena Public Library is commemorating National Native American Heritage Month in November, a time to recognize the important contributions of Native people and celebrate their rich and diverse cultures, traditions and histories.

Library programming is sponsored by The Friends of the Pasadena Public Library.

Programs and Events
For all ages unless specified.

Fry Bread:A Native American Storywalk and Scavenger Hunt
Take a walk outside while you read Fry Bread: A Native American Family Storyby Kevin Noble Maillard, then come inside the library to learn about the tribes listed in the story. Find all the tribes and earn a fry bread cooking kit that you can take home and make with your family! Cooking kits are available while supplies last.
Monday-Thursday & Saturday, Nov. 2 - 30• 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. • Jefferson Branch Library, 1500 E. Villa St.

Danza Mexikah Cultural Presentation
A musical celebration with Kalpulli Temachtia Quetzalcoatl. You'll be moved by their ancestral drums and dance. Let their ancestral smoke connect you to their purpose as you listen to what they have to share about the importance of indigenous and First Nation people, past and present. 
Saturday, Nov. 9• 3 p.m. • Hastings Branch Library, 3325 E. Orange Grove Blvd.

Stories to Share
Join us for a special storytime featuring children's picture books written by Native authors. For children ages 3-5 and their caregivers.
Wednesday, Nov. 13 • 10:30 a.m. • Santa Catalina Branch Library, 999 E. Washington Blvd.

Celebrate Native American History with the Pasadena Rose Poets

Join the Pasadena Rose Poets for an evening of Native American poetry. The poets and poetry showcase the universal and particular approaches Native American authors have taken to writing about diverse, indigenous cultures. For ages 18+.
Monday, Nov. 18• 5 p.m. • Lamanda Park Branch Library, 140 S. Altadena Dr.

Crafts
Enjoy fun, free take-and-make crafts that are simple and easy to make! Sign-ups begin at the start of the day unless a specific time is provided. Kits are limited to one per participant. For multiple participants, please fill out multiple forms. Kits not picked up by a certain date will be released to those on the waiting list.For all ages unless specified.

Take & Make: Baked Pumpkin Treat

Ring in fall with this tasty baked pumpkin treat using ingredients traditionally harvested by the Chippewa people! Reserve a kit at CityOfPasadena.libwizard.com/f/Pumpkin. Signups begin Friday, Nov. 1. Kits can be picked up at Hastings Branch Library, 3325 E. Orange Grove Blvd. For ages 6 and up with adult assistance.

Friday, Nov. 1• While supplies last

Design a Poster to Honor the Indigenous Lands You Live On

Stop by to pick up supplies to design a poster that honors the indigenous lands you live on. Once complete, bring back your finished design to be displayed and shared with the community for the entire month of November.
Nov. 1 - 15• Hastings Branch Library, 3325 E. Orange Grove Blvd.

Take & Make: Dream Catcher

Craft your own dream catcher to honor Native American Heritage Month! Weave the web, decorate with beads and tassels, and hang your finished masterpiece. Pick up your kit at Hill Ave Branch Library beginning Tuesday, Nov. 12 at 10 a.m. Available while supplies last. For ages 9+.

Friday, Nov. 12• Hill Avenue Branch Library, 55 S. Hill Ave.

Native American-owned Businesses Spotlight Series
Month-long series• Social Media
The City's Public Affairs and Economic Development Divisions under the City Manager's Office are set to spotlight Native American-owned businesses in Pasadena. Follow along as we highlight local gems on social media. Facebook and Instagram @CityOfPasadena, and Twitter (X) @PasadenaGov. To submit your Native American-owned business for a feature, visit Bit.ly/SmallBizVidPasadena.

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