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Gatherings that keep community connected.

AFC's community gatherings create opportunities for friendship, wellness, cultural connection, shared meals, support, and relationship-building beyond the annual powwow.

Upcoming Events

Community preparation and public education.

Join AFC and community partners for upcoming opportunities to gather, prepare, learn, and take part.

Saturday, August 22, 2026

Get Ready for the Rally!

12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center
Conference Room 62, Garden/Basement Level

Join us as we get ready for Protect Michigan's Water, Land & Communities.

  • "NO PIPELINE" T-shirt silk-screening
  • Rally sign and poster making
  • Meeting others participating in the August 26 rally

Participants are encouraged to bring their own T-shirt to print. A limited number of shirts in sizes Small-Large will be available while supplies last.

Some poster-making supplies will be provided, and participants are welcome to bring additional materials.

Parking/directions: If parking in the Kellogg Center parking ramp, enter the building from the ramp and head toward the basement/Garden Level conference rooms. Conference Room 62 is located on the Garden Level.

Chi Miigwetch to the Native American Institute at Michigan State University for sponsoring this community preparation day and helping make it possible.

Protect Michigan's Water, Land and Communities public educational rally flyer for August 26, 2026 at the Michigan State Capitol

Wednesday, August 26, 2026

Protect Michigan's Water, Land & Communities

A Public Educational Rally
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Michigan State Capitol, East Capitol Steps
Lansing, Michigan

Join community leaders, environmental advocates, Tribal representatives, and concerned citizens as we come together to discuss protecting Michigan's freshwater resources, tourism, local economies, Indigenous cultural heritage, and safeguarding the future of our land and water.

All eagle staffs, pwaagun, hand drums, shakers, and water kettles welcome.

Limited elder seating available. Please bring your own chairs.

1st Annual AFC Round Dance flyer

Featured Event

1st Annual AFC Round Dance

AFC's gathering calendar includes events that strengthen relationships and support cultural connection throughout the year.

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