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Storytelling of the Dakota:  Joyzelle Gingway Godfrey will present Storytelling of the Dakota at the South Sioux City Public Library on Monday, November 5th at 6:30 p.m.

This presentation demonstrates the historic societal structure of the Dakota people through the medium of storytelling. The adventures of the first set of twins born in the world will give a glimpse of the family structure, food gathering and beliefs of their tribal people.

Joyzelle Godfrey is a retired college professor who taught Lakota Studies for Sinte Gleska University in South Dakota as well as English and Writing. Her storytelling is based on the historical culture of her .

This program is made possible through the generosity of Humanities Nebraska, the Nebraska Cultural Endowment, and the State of Nebraska.