ABGC takes cultural trip to Maine

Submitted by N. Skidders

On August 5th the Akwesasne Boys and Girls Club brought the New Generation singing group out to Maine to meet the Penobscot Nation Boys and Girls Club.

The ABGC arrived late Thursday night and the guests were greeted by some of the staff at the club. The next day was filled with activities and classes for everyone to enjoy. It was a community day for the Penobscot that turned into a weekend event. They had Wabanaki basket making, a health/safety walk and a time slot for the singing group to perform their songs. Later on in the evening they had a dance. On Saturday a silent auction was held along with cribbage for the seniors. Police were also giving rides in their cruiser. There were a number of children’s activities going on and a zumba class that had all ages participating. There were very long line ups for the caricature and henna artists.

Towards the end of the day they had their own “elvis” performer, Joey Loring. To top it off they had fireworks and a chicken barbecue that went well. The kids enjoyed the trip and invited the boys and girls club to come visit Akwesasne.