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In the tradition of honoring our warriors, a 30th Anniversary Celebration
to commemorate the 1969-71 Indian occupation of Alcatraz is being
planned to rightfully honor all occupation veterans. This Celebration
will take place on October 23, 1999, from 9:30 AM. to 4:30 PM.
Beginning with an opening ceremony, and California Indian dancers and
singing, the event will feature presentations from occupation veterans,
national Indian leaders, VIPs and dignitaries, and contemporary and
traditional Native American musical performances. There will also be a
small Indian market, a special screening of the short documentary "We
Hold the Rock," and a talking circle of Native American scholars,
occupation veterans, and others discussing the legacy of the Alcatraz
occupation.
A committee has already been formed to plan this historic reunion and
Celebration to take place on Alcatraz Island. Planning and
organizational meetings with representatives of the Golden Gate Parks
Recreation Area are underway to insure a successful and memorable
celebration honoring this historic event. American Indian musicians and
performers have already agreed to participate, and many leaders throughout
Indian Country have agreed to attend. Event Committee members include:
MILLIE KETCHESHAWNO, Director/Producer, Berkeley
JIM FORTIER, Event/Fundraising Coordinator, Pacifica
JONATHAN LUCEAERO, Staging/Security Coordinator
MICHELLE MOSS, Forum Coordinator
YVONNE YAZZIE, Volunteer/Database Coordinator, Palo Alto
LAVERNE MORRISSEY, Vendor Coordinator, San Jose
JACQUELINE KEELER, Media Liaison
JON PLUTTE, Program Brochure Designer
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