The kitchen where only nutritious and fresh food is made
Our boardroom
One of our ESL classrooms
We know how to say 'hello' in made different languages
For a full description of all of the programs we offer, please visit www.kfs.bc.ca
About Me
- Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society
- Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society is a non-profit organization that works with people from all walks of life, no matter their race, religion, age, sex, or marital status. With a focus towards the First Nations community, we provide an array of social, educational, healing, and spiritual services to meet the needs of the community. Using both traditional and contemporary methods, we seek to retain the heritage and lifestyle of the First Nations while reaching out to those who have chosen unstable paths, offering them the opportunity to heal in a non-judgmental environment. Our primary goal of the Friendship Society is therefore "to promote total well-being for aboriginal people in all human dimensions: Physical, Spiritual, Mental and Emotional" (www.kfs.bc.ca). We seek these goals through our programs and events. This blog will provide you with information about our past and current events, and at the bottom of the page you will find a list of upcoming events and their details.
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Family Night
Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society
Come join us for Family Night from 4-8 pm every month. We provide a range of activities including bingo, crafts, and games. This is a huge event with many kids so there is no shortage of excitement! And as per usual, food will be served.
Kettle Campaign for the Salvation Army
Superstore, Kelowna BC
Come visit us outside of Superstore where we will be taking part in the Kettle Campaign for the Salvation Army. Every year, the Salvation Army collects donations in public places to raise money for those in need. To help out a fellow society, we will be jingling the bells for the Salvation Army during the afternoon. Come drop by and say hi!
Children's Christmas Party
Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society
We will be holding a Children's Christmas party for the KFS patrons, a way to say thank you to the support of the people who use our programs and services. As with all of our events, food will be provided, and a fun time is guaranteed! Due to the large amount of children that participate in our programs, we will be having two separate sessions.
Elder's Christmas Luncheon
Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society
On the third Thursday of every month there is an Elder's luncheon. However, on December 16, we will be holding a Christmas luncheon for our Elders. Along with a delicious meal to commemorate the Elders in the community, Santa, too, will be in attendance.
Friday, November 26, 2010
Feed the People Dinner
The Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society
Come join us for the Feed the People dinner. This event is open for the whole community and we'd love to see you there! Best of all, you won't have to expect a traditional turkey dinner; we will be serving a buffalo roast with all of the fixings. If you don't already have plans for Christmas Eve, this is a great place to come.
Lake Country Pow Wow
Winfield Memorial Hall
Drums, singing, jingle dresses, Fancy and Hoop dancers abound, the annual Lake Country Winter Pow Wow is a lively social gathering filled with First Nations culture. A perfect outing for family and friends!
Photos: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=34811017522&v=photos
Traditional Sweat Lodge
Thursdays @ 6:30 pm
Turtle Lodges Resort
Open to all, the Traditional Sweat Lodge Ceremony consists of four rounds with short breaks between each. Men sit on one side of the lodge, women on the other to sing, pray and speak.
Men are to wear shorts and women a long loose dress with their shoulders covered.
Remember to bring water, a towel and a contribution for the feast (no drugs or alcohol).
Directions: Head North on Hwy 97 from Kelowna
Turn Right into Turtle Lodges Resort
Keep Right, park under the billboard
Follow the walkway to the left of the garage of House 1 (nearest the Hwy 97)
Contact the Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society in downtown Kelowna
http://wikimapia.org/14511774/Sweat-Lodge-Ceremony-Lodge-Duck-Lake-Kelowna
Photos: Brianne Clayton
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