Powwow honors public servants, mothers in special tribute dances
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By APRIL BAILEY
Staff writer
Though the last day of the Little Horse Creek American Indian Association's first Spring Powwow and Cultural Festival started off with a bit of rain, it didn't stop participants from enjoying the event.
Many were out at Langley Pond on Sunday afternoon to witness the final day of the event, which organizers describe as a way to educate people about Native American culture.
Sunday's event began with its customary Grand Entry prayer dance, during which soldiers and military veterans were invited into the circle before flags were posted.
During the dance, members of the police force, firefighters, paramedics, as well as soldiers and veterans, were thanked for their service. As it was Mother's Day, mothers were also honored during the event with a special Mother's Day tribute dance. All mothers who attended the powwow were invited inside the circle to take part in the dance.
While several did come out on Sunday, Wanda Randall, one of the event's organizers, said the turnout would have been a lot larger had it not rained. She said the early morning severe weather that hit Aiken County on Sunday caused several vendors to leave for fear of damaging their wares.
Randall said Saturday had the largest turnout of all three days.
"Saturday was great," she said.
Randall said the day's highlight would be near the event's end, when a couple would enter their baby into the circle for the first time.
More than 20 vendors participated, showcasing Native American crafts. The event attracted visitors from throughout the country.
According to organizers, the money raised at the event will go to support Native American elders who live on reservations.
Contact April Bailey at abailey@aikenstandard.com.

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