Come hear the voice of the land! The third annual Sweetgrass Flute & Nature Festival is coming to Prairiewoods Sept. 29–Oct. 1. This free, family-friendly festival includes live performances by internationally renowned musicians specializing in the music of Native American–style flutes and world flutes.
Unlike any other event in the Midwest, Sweetgrass offers abundant opportunities to immerse yourself in indigenous music, nature and mind-body-spirit wellness. Participate in a variety of workshops for the whole family to experience inner transformation, learning and fun! Then stroll through vendor village to find great food, one-of-a-kind crafts, handmade flutes, essential oils, nature-inspired jewelry and more.
The festival culminates Sunday afternoon, with Prairiewoods’ popular Blessing of the Animals. Bring every member of the family—even those with fur, wings, scales and fins—to this annual celebration in honor of St. Francis, the patron saint of ecology. This family- and pet-friendly celebration honors our connection with animals, Earth and all of creation. Sweetgrass concerts, workshops and vendors will be available starting at 11 a.m., as well as children’s activities at noon. At 3 p.m., join us for a tribute to Earth, our common home, as local organizations share positive stories about ways they are caring for Earth, followed by the Blessing of the Animals.
Details
The festival features live performances by eight critically acclaimed musicians specializing in indigenous and world flutes.
Workshops will teach you everything from mandala painting to smudging, yoga to didgeridoo playing. Come play and learn!
Vendors offer handmade flutes, local food, organic and natural items, arts, crafts, jewelry, stones, essential oils and so much more!
Sunday’s Blessing of the Animals allows you to include your favorite four-legged, winged or slithering family members in the fun!
Schedule
Friday, Sept. 29, 5–9 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 30, 10 a.m.–9 p.m.
Sunday, Oct. 1, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. (Blessing of the Animals at 3)
Visit www.SweetgrassFest.com for complete details, including schedules for concerts and workshops. This unique, nature-focused music festival is one your whole family will love!
—Emy Sautter, Prairiewoods staff
Posted Aug. 29, 2017
