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October 4, 2012

Keetoowah Cherokee Celebration starts today

— TAHLEQUAH — The 62nd annual Keetoowah Cherokee Celebration starts today and runs through Saturday. Most events will be held at the Keetoowah Cherokee Celebration Grounds, located at the UKB Complex, just north of West Willis Road at Keetoowah Circle.

Several events will occur during the two-day festival, including a gospel singing, the chief’s State of the Nation address, a kid’s fishing derby, a stompdance, powwow, free traditional meal, inflatables for kids, face painting balloon animals, turtle races, make and take crafts, arts and crafts and food vendors, free bingo, volleyball, softball and a parade downtown.

There will also be several traditional games competitions, including a cornstalk shoot, marbles, a blowgun competition, and a stickball game, according to a media release.

The UKB John Hair Cultural Center and Museum will be featuring the Keetoowah History Gallery, which has expanded since last year, as well as “Come and Go” Basic Art Lessons for children and youth. The first session is from 1 to 2:30 p.m., and the second session is from 3 to 4:30 p.m.

The museum will also feature a “Vintage Photo Identification” for adults throughout the day. The museum has several photos of Keetoowah from the late 1800s and early 1900s that still await identification.

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