Storytelling and Writing Workshop with poet Sherman Funmaker, author of Bear Tracks

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Teejop & Beyond welcomes poet Sherman Funmaker, author of Bear Tracks: Memories of a Ho-Chunk Elder

Join Ho-Chunk elder and writer, Sherman Funmaker, as he presents his original poetry and stories, guiding participants on his process. Participants are encouraged to ask questions and share their writings in this informative and inviting workshop.

Sherman Funmaker is a poet and musician, designer and teacher, son and brother whose debut poetry collection, Bear Tracks , illuminates how his Ho-Chunk culture has had a lasting impact on his life, self-expression, and point of view.

About Teejop & Beyond: Celebrating Native Nations

Each fall, Madison Public Library and Ho-Chunk Gaming Madison welcome a variety of Native artists, storytellers, and community leaders into library spaces for a series of programs celebrating Indigenous people in and beyond Teejop (pronounced day-JOPE, meaning Four Lakes, or Madison). For more information on the series, including a full lineup of programs, visit www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/partnerships/initiatives/teejop

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Registration is required for this free event . Registration opens two weeks before the program (10/29/26) at 10:00am. In addition to online registration, you can reserve your spot by calling the Alicia Ashman Library at 608-824-1780

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