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SUMMARY:Karen Culture Presentation - ONLINE!
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning more about Karen (K’nyaw) culture? Join us for our Karen Culture Presentation online every other month.\nDuring this presentation\, participants with learn about the Karen (K’nyaw) history\, culture\, and resettlement in the U.S. We will explore the history of the Karen and how they became refugees\, and discuss how the Karen have adapted to life in the U.S. We will also give a brief overview of Karen culture\, covering everything from food\, to clothing\, to family\, to communication styles\, and more. Come with open ears and any questions.  \nThis presentation will be delivered online. RSVP on Zoom to one of our upcoming sessions to receive the link: \nRSVP here  \n*Suggested donation of $15 to help cover staff time and preparation:  \nDonate here \nWant to request a presentation for a different date tailored to your group? Please see our Karen Culture Presentations page for more details and to fill out a request.
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/karen-culture-presentation-online-4/2026-08-21/
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SUMMARY:Karen Traditional Wrist Tying Ceremony 2026
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for the Karen Traditional Wrist Tying Ceremony on August 22-23\, 2026 in Harris\, MN\, organized by the Karen Culture Organization of Minnesota. (Visit their Facebook page for more details and updates). \n“Experience a weekend filled with traditions\, sports tournaments\, live entertainment\, cultural performances\, authentic Karen foods\, and family fun.\nBring your family and friends\, everyone is welcome! Come and celebrate our culture\, unity\, and community together!” – from KCOM \nThe tournaments will include exciting sports for adult soccer\, girls and boys volleyball\, and caneball. There will also be a Little Miss Karen/Knyaw pageant\, carnival games\, and food sales to support KCOM youth. \nLocation: 43695 Peaceful Valley Rd\, Harris\, MN \nSchedule: \nSaturday\, August 22nd\, 9:00am – 9:00pm: Sports tournament\, food\, community tabling\, and activities. \nSunday\, August 23rd\, 10:00am – 6:00pm: Main ceremony in the morning\, followed by a continuation of sports tournaments\, food\, community tabling\, and activities. \nContact Information for Event Organizers: \nMerch & Community Booths: Mu Day — (763) 288-3137General Event Information: Kyaw Kyaw — (651) 417-2650 \n  \n\nLearn More about Karen Wrist-Tying Ceremony at: https://mnkaren.org/history-culture/karen-culture/celebrations/ under the Karen Community Events.
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/karen-traditional-wrist-tying-ceremony-2026/2026-08-22/
LOCATION:43695 Peaceful Vally RD\, Harris\, MN 55032\, 43695 Peaceful Valley Rd\, Harris\, MN\, 55032\, United States
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SUMMARY:Karen Traditional Wrist Tying Ceremony 2026
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for the Karen Traditional Wrist Tying Ceremony on August 22-23\, 2026 in Harris\, MN\, organized by the Karen Culture Organization of Minnesota. (Visit their Facebook page for more details and updates). \n“Experience a weekend filled with traditions\, sports tournaments\, live entertainment\, cultural performances\, authentic Karen foods\, and family fun.\nBring your family and friends\, everyone is welcome! Come and celebrate our culture\, unity\, and community together!” – from KCOM \nThe tournaments will include exciting sports for adult soccer\, girls and boys volleyball\, and caneball. There will also be a Little Miss Karen/Knyaw pageant\, carnival games\, and food sales to support KCOM youth. \nLocation: 43695 Peaceful Valley Rd\, Harris\, MN \nSchedule: \nSaturday\, August 22nd\, 9:00am – 9:00pm: Sports tournament\, food\, community tabling\, and activities. \nSunday\, August 23rd\, 10:00am – 6:00pm: Main ceremony in the morning\, followed by a continuation of sports tournaments\, food\, community tabling\, and activities. \nContact Information for Event Organizers: \nMerch & Community Booths: Mu Day — (763) 288-3137General Event Information: Kyaw Kyaw — (651) 417-2650 \n  \n\nLearn More about Karen Wrist-Tying Ceremony at: https://mnkaren.org/history-culture/karen-culture/celebrations/ under the Karen Community Events.
URL:https://mnkaren.org/event/karen-traditional-wrist-tying-ceremony-2026/2026-08-23/
LOCATION:43695 Peaceful Vally RD\, Harris\, MN 55032\, 43695 Peaceful Valley Rd\, Harris\, MN\, 55032\, United States
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