MUSKODAY ARTS FESTIVAL
Between 10:00AM - 2:00PM we will be hosting Dance Workshops with Modeste Mckenzie and Ashla Michel in the Muskoday First Nations Community School Gym
We are excited to bring back this classic tradition and gather our community for an evening of delicious food, camaraderie, and entertainment.
Details of the event are as follows:
Event: Box Social
Date: Friday june 2nd 2023
Time: 6:30 PM - 12:00AM
A box social is a social gathering or event that involves a meal or party where participants bring boxed lunches or meals. It is a traditional American event that was popular during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. During a box social, individuals, typically from a community or a specific group, come together and contribute homemade meals packed in individual boxes. These boxed lunches are usually prepared by women, who showcase their culinary skills and creativity by creating delicious and visually appealing meals. The boxed lunches are often auctioned or sold to the highest bidder, with the proceeds going toward a charitable cause or a specific purpose, such as fundraising for a community project or supporting a local organization. Participants bid on the lunches anonymously, so the identity of the cook remains hidden until after the auction. The event itself is a social occasion, where people gather to enjoy each other's company, engage in conversations, and partake in the delicious meals prepared by the participants. It provides an opportunity for the community to come together, strengthen bonds, and support a common cause. Box socials are often accompanied by other forms of entertainment, such as music, dancing, games, or even performances. They create a festive atmosphere, fostering a sense of camaraderie and community spirit among the attendees. While the popularity of box socials has waned over the years, they are sometimes organized today as a nostalgic or retro-themed event, harkening back to a simpler time and serving as a reminder of traditional community gatherings.
