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Kabotie stated that the aim is to create a dialogue between city officials and policy makers. He hopes that the event will shed some light on past and present conflicts between the city of Flagstaff and neighboring indigenous communities to provide a better understanding.

“It feels like we’re just at odds now, you know, and I think that’s a shame,” said Cabotie. “I feel like Flagstaff’s culture has benefited a lot from the communities around them.”

Kabotie said he invited Flagstaff city officials to watch the show for free and hoped they would accept the invitation.

“That is the meaning of inviting city officials to this particular show, because this particular show is focused on Flagstaff,” Kabotie said.

The event, for all ages, will feature speakers and performers from the Hopi nation, including Hopi chairman Tim Nuvangyaoma, former Hopi chairman Vernon Masayesva, the Antelope Track Dance Group, world champion hoop dancer Derrick Davis, recording artist Ryon Polequaptewa and Ed Kabotie & Tha ‘Yoties.

Those wishing to attend in person will be required to provide proof of vaccination upon entry, and tickets are limited to 130 guests. Kabotie said the event is limited to about an eighth of the capacity of a typical year.

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