2700 Bill McDonald Pkwy
This will be a free, family-friendly event to honor the Lummi community members who worked to bring their orca relation out of captivity; to announce the Sk’aliCh’elh-tenaut Legacy Scholarship at Northwest Indian College, and to launch the bilingual children’s book that tells the story of the relationship between the Lummi people and the amazing killer whale Sk’aliCh’elh-tenaut / Tokitae / Lolita.
“Sa’le Q’ewet Netse-lh / Our Hearts Beat as One,” published by Village Books’ Chuckanut Editions and illustrated by Coast Salish artist Jason LaClair, encourages readers of all ages to protect all our relations, and demonstrates the power of inclusivity and collaboration. Complete with helpful background materials and activities, “Our Hearts” is designed to be part of a school curriculum –as well as a home bookshelf– that aims to include and honor Native stories, values, and perspectives.
Event co-hosts include Children of the Setting Sun Productions; Village Books; North Cascades Institute; and Allied Arts of Whatcom County.
Doors open at 6:30pm. Books, as well as tee shirts and tote bags featuring Jason LaClair’s art, will be available for purchase on-site, and are also now available for pre-order in-person or online at www.villagebooks.com.
