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FOREST COUNTY POTAWATOMI COMMUNITY ANNOUNCES NEW LOCATION, DATES FOR 5th ANNUAL HUNTING MOON (GI WSE GISES)POW WOW
 
MILWAUKEE (Sept. 24, 2009) – The fifth-annual Hunting Moon (Gi Wse Gises) Pow Wow will be held Oct. 23 through Oct. 25 at Potawatomi Bingo Casino, 1721 W. Canal St., Milwaukee. This marks the first time the event will be held at the Casino. The event is free and open to the public.

Almost 350 dancers and more than 20 drum groups from throughout the United States are expected to perform at this year’s Hunting Moon Pow Wow. Prize money to be awarded totals more than $95,000.

The Pow wow is a centuries-old event, drawing families together, allowing friends to dance and celebrate with one another and attracting every age group – from the very young to the elderly – to share songs and dances. While all Pow wows are social events, many celebrate the harvest or change of seasons.

Pow wow attendees will witness an event steeped in tradition, full of color and sound and featuring some of the finest Native American dancers in the region.

Like other celebrations, Pow wows also feature Native American foods and handmade crafts.

“This event is a very important part of Native American and Potawatomi culture – an event where everyone is welcome,” said Potawatomi Bingo Casino General Manager Mike Goodrich. “We are pleased to bring the event home to Potawatomi Bingo Casino this year.”

For more information on the Hunting Moon Pow Wow, visit http://www.paysbig.com/about/culture/powwow.htm.



 
Potawatomi Bingo Casino is one of two casinos owned and operated by the Forest County Potawatomi Community. It is located at 1721 W. Canal Street, Milwaukee, Wis. The casino is a showcase for high stakes bingo, offering some of the nation's highest daily payouts. A popular attraction for local guests, tourists and tour groups, the casino features blackjack, craps, poker, and roulette table games, video and reel slot machines, and a variety of live entertainment. Potawatomi Bingo Casino is committed to raising awareness of the risks of problem gambling, maintaining a level of first-class customer service, while investing in its most valuable asset - more than 2,700 multicultural employees. Through the Forest County Potawatomi Community Foundation and Miracle on Canal Street, the casino supports numerous local charities and community organizations. Driving directions and more information about Potawatomi Bingo Casino can be obtained by calling toll-free, 1-800-PAYS-BIG or by visiting the website at www.paysbig.com.