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Indigenous educator at Wildwood postponed due to weather, Juno winner at Tom Patterson Theatre

It’s a chance to meet Ojibwe spirit horses.

But a rainy forecast means it won’t happen this weekend.

Indigenous educator Kristen Dennis was a special guest at Wildwood Conservation Area on Saturday.

Inclement weather means it will have to happen another day.

Dennis will share the story of the Aspens Ojibwe Horses, a rare and endangered species native to Canada.

Two Ojibwe horses and their caregivers will also be on hand on Saturday for the event, which starts at 10 a.m.

Dennis will talk about the resurgence of a nearly lost breed.

The educator is a knowledge carrier and brings insights into Indigenous traditions and teachings.

Emily Chandler, with the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority, said it’s a special opportunity to meet and learn about some amazing animals.

“At the end people get to meet and greet with the horses. To see kids and adults interact with these spirit horses is pretty amazing.”

Dennis educates others about Indigenous studies and fosters understanding through various programs and ceremonies.

Stratford Legion Branch 8 is hosting a yard and bake sale from 8 a.m. to 12:30 at their Ontario Street location, just behind A&W. Food is available and proceeds will support the local branch.

On Saturday night, a costume paddle is being held in St. Marys as part of Light up the Night Kayaking.

It’s a costume party theme, so organizers say feel free to dress up as whomever or whatever you would like.
The costume paddle gets going at 8 p.m. sharp at the new kayak launch in St. Marys.
And on Monday, the Meighen Forum welcomes three-time Juno award-winning artist Ron Sexsmith.

The critically-acclaimed artist has released more than a dozen albums, collaborated with other artists and has penned a book.

His newly-released album is entitled The Vivian Line.

Tickets are still available for the Stratford resident’s performance slated for 7:30 p.m. at the Tom Patterson Theatre.

Paul Cluff
Paul Cluff
Paul is a veteran journalist with decades of experience in newsrooms across Canada. He has served as sports editor at the St. Thomas Times-Journal, a general assignment reporter at the Stratford Beacon Herald, editor of the Goderich Signal Star, and founding editor of StratfordToday.ca. Paul is a graduate of St. Clair College’s journalism program and holds a credential in Inclusive Journalism – Fair Representation in Media from Seneca College.

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