Living Traditions
Dance and Music with Derrick Suwaima Davis and Sooya Davis
Wednesday, November 13
5:00pm - 6:00pm
Mt. Charleston Library
Conference RoomCelebrate Native American Heritage Month with Derrick Suwaima Davis (Hopi/Choctaw) and Sooya Davis (Hopi/Choctaw) as they share insight into the Hopi culture with words, music, and dance.
Dance has been the defining element of Derrick Suwaima Davis’ life. A master at maneuvering five rattan hoops around his body, he is a Seven Time Hoop Dance World Champion. He conveys the Hopi story of creation creating intricate patterns with his hoop. Sooya Davis continues in his father's footsteps. He is a singer and musician plus a champion dancer of one of the most popular contemporary powwow dances, the Men's Fancy Dance.
Join us to learn and celebrate Hopi customs as Derrick and Sooya share their culture and demonstrate why both are champion dancers in this program for all ages.
Free and open to the public. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis and may be limited. For more information, please call 702.507.3459.
Mt. Charleston Library
| Mon, May 25 | Closed |
| (Memorial Day ) | |
| Tue, May 26 | 11:00AM to 7:00PM |
| Wed, May 27 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Thu, May 28 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Fri, May 29 | 10:00AM to 4:00PM |
| Sat, May 30 | 12:00PM to 5:00PM |
| Sun, May 31 | Closed |
Buried in snow in the winter and cool during the hot days of summer, the Mount Charleston Library is located in Old Town, about 40 miles north of Las Vegas at an elevation of 7,200-feet. Opened in March 1987, the 2,800-square-foot facility houses 5,500 volumes and serves the beautiful community that surrounds it.
