Bbon (Winter) Virtual Talking Circle

Please join us for our Bbon (Winter) Virtual Talking Circle on January 13, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. CT.

The event will feature a presentation by CPN Aviary Managers Jennifer Randell and Bree Dunham. Following the presentation, we will hold a talking circle, which is often used in Potawatomi and other tribal ceremonies.

The talking circle is a conversation method that ensures everyone’s voice can be heard. In a talking circle, only one person speaks at a time. There is no interrupting or agreement or disagreement. Only one person at a time has the floor to share their thoughts. Please know that if you don’t have anything to say, that is perfectly ok; you are empowered to say as much or as little as you’d like. Everyone else will focus on active listening.

In a ceremonial context, we’d be seated in a circle and pass an eagle feather or other object to our left to know who is speaking. In a virtual context, that isn’t possible in the same way. A moderator will post an order list in the chat box.

Participants are asked to make this virtual circle a place of respect by listening carefully and refraining from sharing any stories that are not yours after we wrap up. Stories stay; lessons leave.

Join Zoom Meeting: https://citizenpotawatomi.zoom.us/j/87085918121?pwd=eBak0blfsLdNMuXimSiWVb81Tf1rkC.1