Powwow in honor of Native American Month

Tuesday - November 26, 2013 by Robert L. Ortiz | The Southern Ute Drum
Edward Box III and Neida Chackee
Youth danced
Ollyvia Howe and Walter Howe
women dancers
Yellow Jacket
Jace Carmenoros
David Boyd
Alden Naranjo Jr.
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Head Man Dancer Edward Box III and Head Woman Dancer Neida Chackee led the two-step.
Youth danced during the Grand Entry of the mini powwow with smiles for the camera.
Little Miss Southern Ute Ollyvia Howe and her father, Walter Howe, share a bonding moment during the two-step.
The beauty of the women dancers graced the floor of the large classroom as they danced.
Yellow Jacket sing a song during a blanket dance held for the drum.
Jace Carmenoros grabs a handful of candy as other kids scurry to get their share.
Southern Ute tribal member grass dancer David Boyd showed his moves during the men’s dance special.
Southern Ute Tribal elder Alden Naranjo Jr. was recognized with a gift by Neida Chackee and family.
Photo Credit: Robert L. Ortiz | The Southern Ute Drum
Photo Credit: Robert L. Ortiz | The Southern Ute Drum
Photo Credit: Robert L. Ortiz | The Southern Ute Drum
Photo Credit: Robert L. Ortiz | The Southern Ute Drum
Photo Credit: Robert L. Ortiz | The Southern Ute Drum
Photo Credit: Robert L. Ortiz | The Southern Ute Drum
Photo Credit: Robert L. Ortiz | The Southern Ute Drum
Photo Credit: Robert L. Ortiz | The Southern Ute Drum
Thumbnail image of Edward Box III and Neida Chackee
Thumbnail image of Youth danced
Thumbnail image of Ollyvia Howe and Walter Howe
Thumbnail image of women dancers
Thumbnail image of Yellow Jacket
Thumbnail image of Jace Carmenoros
Thumbnail image of David Boyd
Thumbnail image of Alden Naranjo Jr.
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The Southern Ute Culture Department organized a mini-powwow in honor of Native American Heritage Month on Friday, Nov. 22 at the Southern Ute Cultural Center & Museum. Approximately 100 people ate dinner, shared stories and enjoyed one another’s company. The drumbeat of Yellow Jacket filled the large classroom.

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