We the Native People
Kim Sigafus will present her IHC Road Scholar Program We the Native People.
Monday, October 12, 6:30 p.m.
Butterworth Center, 1105 Eighth Street, Moline IL
Kim Sigafus is an award-winning Ojibwa author who writes Native American fiction, non-fiction, and children’s and young-adult books.
Sigafus' family is from White Earth Reservation in Minnesota, and the author of more than 20 published works routinely travels throughout the Midwest to give presentations on her culture. Sigafus is the CEO of Quiet Souls Events and Education, a nonprofit organization that promotes native culture through educational programs and special events. When not working, Sigafus enjoys crafting items such as dream catchers and talking feathers, singing, and drumming.
Captivating audiences with her stories, knowledge, and Native regalia, Sigafus, in We the Native People, will discuss what was happening in the country regarding Native Americans at the time the Declaration of Independence was signed. Sigafus will emphasize the impact the document had on the lives of the Native people, including how Native people viewed their land, the loss of which negatively impacted them. The author will also discuss how Native people once lived, explaining what was lost of their culture as Western expansion moved forward, and will tell about the lives of the Native people through traditional story and song. In addition, Native foods will be discussed, and an audience Q & A session will conclude the program.
More information on the evening is available by calling (309)743-2700 and visiting ButterworthCenter.com.
Native American Read-In, 1pm Pacific
Join Native authors for annual Native American Read-in Sunday, Nov. 8th, 1-2:30pm Pacific, online!
This family-centered event celebrates Native American heritage and promotes the importance of literacy and lifelong learning.
Register Here
Featured guests: Alfreda Beartrack-Algeo
Alfreda Beartrack Algeo, is an enrolled citizen from the Kul Wicasa Lakota Nation in Lower Brule, South Dakota. She is an artist, author, and illustrator whose work is inspired by her Lakota heritage
She is the author and illustrator of THE DAY THE EARTH ROSE UP, THE COTTONWOOD SINGS, and FATHER EAGLE and the HUNTER
Brad Wagnon
Brad Wagnon is a lifelong resident of the Gideon Community and an enrolled citizen of the Cherokee Nation
He is the author of three children’s books, “How the World Was Made: A Cherokee Story” “The Land of the Great Turtles” and “The First Fire: A Cherokee Story”. These books are based on traditional Cherokee stories. Brad also has three Syllabary titles, The Cherokee Syllabary: An Illustrated Guide to the Cherokee Language, Baby’s First Cherokee, and Baby’s’ First Cherokee Numbers (arriving February 2026).
Gary Robinson
Gary Robinson is a seasoned writer/author, filmmaker and digital photographic artist of Choctaw and Cherokee Indian descent with experience in many aspects of television production and both fiction and non-fiction writing.
He is the author of eight PathFinders novels, three children’s picture books and Native Trailblazer biography: NATIVE ACTORS and FILMMAKERS.
Kim Sigafus
Kim Sigafus is an award-winning Ojibwa writer.
An author and photographer whose family is from the White Earth Reservation in northwest Minnesota. She is an Illinois Humanities Road Scholar and gives presentations on Native harvest, history, and music. She coauthored two award-winning books: Native Writers: Voices of Power and Native Elders: Sharing Their Wisdom. Sigafus is also the author of six PathFinders novels for reluctant readers: Nowhere to Hide, Autumn’s Dawn, Finding Grace, Whisper to the Sky, Yesterday's Rain, and A Quiet Storm.
Brad Wagnon, Museum of Cherokee People 12pm Eastern
Book Signing at The Museum of Cherokee People
Join Brad Wagnon for a book signing and read-aloud of his favorite Cherokee tales.
Noon - 3pm Eastern time
589 Tsali Blvd, Cherokee, NC
It’s Cherokee Fair week in Cherokee, NC! Visit Eastern Band of Cherokee Oct 5- 10th for the 114th annual celebration.
Click here for more info.
Brad Wagnon at Dora Reed Center 9:30am Eastern
Qualla Boundary Head Start & Early Head Start present Cherokee author Brad Wagnon meet and greet.
Brad will read aloud his favorite book, The First Fire.
Monday, October 5th, 2026
Dora Reed Multi-Purpose Room
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Alfreda Beartrack-Algeo at the Montrose Book Fair (10am Mountain Time)
Join Alfreda Beartrack-Algeo at the Book Fair and Literary Festival . Ute Museum, September 19th 10am-4pm Mountain Time.
FREE ADMISSION
BOOK SALES
AUTHOR SIGNINGS
LIVE ILLUSTRATIONS
Prizes, Live music, and food vendors.
Hosted by San Juan Publishing Group, Inc. and the Ute Indian Museum
EVENT DETAILS FOR GUESTS
PARTICIPATING: Local (SW Colorado) published authors and illustrators and Indie publishers.
TIME: 10 am – 4 pm,
LOCATION: Ute Museum, 17253 Chipeta Rd., Montrose. [MAP] Event center and patio.
ADMISISION: FREE
CHILDREN: Welcome, but children under 12 must be with adult and be supervised.
PETS: Not allowed.
FOOD & DRINK. Provided by independent food vendors on the patio. No food permitted in the event room. Sticky fingers destroy books. Damaged or sticky-fingered books: you must buy them!
PRIZES: Awarded hourly to those in attendance. Provided by the participants.
GIFT BASKETS: Provided by community supporters.
LIVE MUSIC: on the patio.
NATIVE VENDORS: On the patio, organized by the Museum. No Vendor sales inside the event area.
BOOK SIGNINGS: With authors and illustrators at their tables.
ILLUSTRATORS: Painting and drawing while you watch.
BOOK & ART SALES: Encouraged! This 1st annual event will support our local literary community. Sales, including applicable sales tax, can be completed at participant’s booth or at San Juan Publishing Cash-Out Desk (at or booth).
MUSEUM & GIFT SHOP: Open 9:30 am – 04:30 pm.
Special discounts all day long during Book Fair.
SPONSORS. Thank you to Alpine Bank and Montrose Lifestyle Magazine for supporting our literary community. Contributions are used for banners, advertising, and other event-related expenses.
Cherokee National Holiday Sunday, 10am Central
Visit our Cherokee book booth at the Cherokee Artisan Marketplace, Sept 6th.
Kim Sigafus at Earth Schooling Book Club
WaldorfBooks.com presents Kim Sigafus at EarthSchooling High School Book Club.
Invite Kim Sigafus to your school and events! Contact Kim at kimberlysigafus.com.
Ours to Tell: Cherokee Stories with MaryBeth Timothy
Join MaryBeth Timothy for a live illustration!
A fun-filled day for children and families, “Ours To Tell: Cherokee Stories” features performances from celebrated storytellers, engaging activities and live illustration! Visit the Cherokee Nation Anna Mitchell Cultural & Welcome Center on Friday, July 17, and celebrate Cherokee stories — some new, others passed down through generations — together. Admission is free!
Organized by Cherokee Nation Cultural Tourism info@visitcherokeenation.com 877-779-6977
Find more information here.
Ours to Tell: Cherokee Stories with Brad Wagnon
Join Brad Wagnon as he shares his Cherokee tales.
A fun-filled day for children and families, “Ours To Tell: Cherokee Stories” features performances from celebrated storytellers, engaging activities and live illustration! Visit the Cherokee Nation Anna Mitchell Cultural & Welcome Center on Friday, July 17, and celebrate Cherokee stories — some new, others passed down through generations — together. Admission is free!
Organized by Cherokee Nation Cultural Tourism info@visitcherokeenation.com 877-779-6977
Find more information here.
Native Music with Kim Sigafus
Kim Sigafus, Ojibwa author and musician will be sharing traditional songs.
Kim will also have her books for sale.
Grayslake Multicultural Fair: Indigenous Storytelling with Kim Sigafus
Join award-winning Ojibwa author, Kim Sigafus at the Grayslake Multicultural Fair.
Kim will be sharing indigenous stories at 10 am.
Brad Wagnon at Red Fern Festival
Downtown Tahlequah is the place to be April 24-25th for the annual Red Fern Festival.
Brad Wagnon will have a booth with his books, and more. Stop by for traditional Cherokee tales and the Syllabary collection.
Watercress Festival
Come visit Brad Wagnon at the Watercress Fest, Saturday, April 18th, Saline Courthouse Museum in Rose, OK.
Brad will be signing his Cherokee books, make sure to catch his latest, “Baby’s First Cherokee Numbers” to add to your collection of Syllabary titles.
Visit Cherokee Nation for the latest updates, event schedule, and map.
Cherokee Nation Cultural Tourism Info@VisitCherokeeNation.com 877.779.6977
Indigenous Spirituality and Soul Care
Join Kim Sigafus, Ojibwa, as she shares Indigenous spiritual practices and care for the self with smudging, prayers, and song.
Uplifting and rejuvenating, Kim brings traditional teachings to enliven the spirit.
Book Signing at the Spring Market
Visit Kim Sigafus at the Starved Rock Lodge Spring Market, Sunday, from 10am - 3pm.
Book signing, gifts, and more.