Preview

Why We Are Williams Lake Essay

Good Essays
Open Document
Open Document
498 Words
Grammar
Grammar
Plagiarism
Plagiarism
Writing
Writing
Score
Score
Why We Are Williams Lake Essay
We are Williams Lake
Ignorance is the greatest challenge that man has yet to overcome; its ability to spread hatred makes it at fault for many of humanities problems. The only cure for such a wide-spread, and often deadly disease, is knowledge. Knowledge can be spread through many forms, but the most powerful way to spread it is through celebration. Celebrations allows for people to be surrounded by others in a place free from the things that divide us in the outside world. This is why Multicultural events are a very popular form of celebrating diversity, it appears as a party, but is secretly breaking down cultural barriers. This is why Williams Lake needs one; with the negative spotlight that has been shining down on the town, there needs to be a way to remind people that Williams Lake is more than its gang problem. …show more content…
This event has the capability to bring people together by showing how everyone has a common enemy, and a common goal. This is an important issue for me because while living in Williams Lake all of my life I have always been surrounded by people who claim to hate this town, yet never actually leave. It is these peoples negative outlook that helps give off the towns harmful reputation; because no matter how sunny of a day it is, these people will always find a cloud. Having a multicultural festival would be our way of fighting back against, not only the fog of racism in our town, but also to shine a light on the positive aspects of Williams
Continue Reading
View Writing Issues

You May Also Find These Documents Helpful

  • Good Essays

    Personal Narrative: Lake Winnipesaukee
    • 396 Words
    • 2 Pages

    Personal Narrative: Lake Winnipesaukee

    “Click, click, click” I stand up after buckling my snowboard bindings and glance out across the horizon. I see the deep blue’s of Lake Winnipesaukee and the cool icy blues over the scattered coves. I look ahead and realize that I am the last one to start down the fresh packed powder trail. Quickly I hop along to gain speed to catch up to my family.…

    • 396 Words
    • 2 Pages
    Good Essays
    Read More
  • Good Essays

    Woody Point Music Festival Case Study
    • 2100 Words
    • 9 Pages

    Woody Point Music Festival Case Study

    In this next section S.W.O.T analysis will be used to analyze the festivals strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats which will provide the framework that the recommendations will be based upon. The festival has many strengths that have enabled its continued success since its infancy. The location for the festival alone is a great strength as it takes place within the popular Gros Morne National Park which provides a setting of amazing natural landscapes, and spectacular scenery for the event. It is apparent that the festivals majority of customers are locals from nearby communities, which is great as it shows the festival has the support of the nearby communities, and does not rely on visitors from afar or out of the providence. The strong focus on community can also be seen within the festival as there are various local artists, musicians, and writers showcased along with the numerous local programs and collaborations with local arts groups, including the: Theatre Newfoundland and Labrador, Gross Morne Summer Music Program, and school outreach programs.…

    • 2100 Words
    • 9 Pages
    Good Essays
    Read More
  • Satisfactory Essays

    Devry Event Management Course Project
    • 2535 Words
    • 10 Pages

    Devry Event Management Course Project

    I want to bring people from different states or worldwide to one specific event, as well as want everyone to be in harmony and worry free for the stay and to let them know there can be a place of peace, love, and unity while the rest of the world is in distress. For that moment they could be mined free and get to know other people of different cultures and know there culture as well as become longtime friends through the event. My main goal is just to bring as many people across the…

    • 2535 Words
    • 10 Pages
    Satisfactory Essays
    Read More
  • Better Essays

    BSHS 355 Week 2 Family Of Woodstock
    • 965 Words
    • 2 Pages

    BSHS 355 Week 2 Family Of Woodstock

    The 115-mile distance all the way to Woodstock Festival played a significant role in the foundation of the Woodstock family, the concept of a carefree life with minimal worries appealed to a good number of people and making a special place for those who needed it. The Camps were set up in parks by young people who did not bring anything more than the clothes on their backs and no food in their stomachs. Many people in the community like Gail Varsi offered a means of communicating as well as their homes to help the young to avoid getting arrested of murdered. These simple acts of kindness helped in the foundation of the Family of Woodstock. (Burger, W. R. (2011). Human services in contemporary America (8th ed.). Belmont, CA:)…

    • 965 Words
    • 2 Pages
    Better Essays
    Read More
  • Good Essays

    White's Childhood Lake
    • 763 Words
    • 4 Pages

    White's Childhood Lake

    “The small waves were the same, chucking the rowboat under the chin as we fished at anchor, and the boat was the same boat, the same color green and the ribs broken in the same places, and under the floorboards the same fresh water leavings and debris- the dead hellgrammite, the wisps of moss, the rusty discarded fishhook, the dried blood from yesterday’s catch” (White 195-196).…

    • 763 Words
    • 4 Pages
    Good Essays
    Read More
  • Good Essays

    Island Lake Essay
    • 629 Words
    • 3 Pages

    Island Lake Essay

    We are a community of 26 private dwellings, with 62 individuals living in these residences. We are an isolated community, accessible only by air and or ice roads in the winter, we are 297 kilometres from Thompson, Manitoba and 300 kilometers north of Winnipeg, Manitoba. Our community is serviced by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, and we have a huge problem and the RCMP have stepped up in a huge way. Yes, we are a First Nations community, by the name of, Island lake.…

    • 629 Words
    • 3 Pages
    Good Essays
    Read More
  • Better Essays

    Analyzing The Essay 'Once More To The Lake'
    • 1689 Words
    • 7 Pages

    Analyzing The Essay 'Once More To The Lake'

    My recent life journey is focused on experiencing an open and loving relationship with myself. This has proven to be a difficult journey but then again when you are engaged in personal growth little is simple or easy. My desire to learn from others has led me to the selections of "This Old House" by David Sedaris for the narrative essay and "Once More to the Lake" by W.B White for the descriptive essay. The titles indicate that these stories are about relationship and relationship is a basic fundamental connection or need that we all share. Looking at ourselves honestly and living our truth is perhaps the most difficult task we will face during our lifetime; our relationship with self is paramount to becoming who we are called to be in this life.…

    • 1689 Words
    • 7 Pages
    Better Essays
    Read More
  • Better Essays

    Crow Lake Empathy Essay
    • 815 Words
    • 4 Pages

    Crow Lake Empathy Essay

    In Mary Lawson’s Crow Lake, Kate Morrison is left emotionally stunted after a series of events leave her disappointed and grieving. When Kate is only seven, her parents are killed in a tragic car accident. Luckily for Kate, she could find condolence in her older brother Matt and the pond, a bond shared between the two. Kate idolizes Matt so it crushes her when he impregnates their neighbour and can no longer continue with his education. Kate sees this as a huge disappointment. She’s afraid of love and emotion due to her unresolved conflicts in the past. Kate has been left incapable of empathy in fear of becoming close to anyone again.…

    • 815 Words
    • 4 Pages
    Better Essays
    Read More
  • Good Essays

    Lake Minnetonka Essay
    • 404 Words
    • 2 Pages

    Lake Minnetonka Essay

    Nestled within western Hennepin County and Carver County, Minnesota, Lake Minnetonka holds unique meaning for different people. The retreating Wisconsin Glacier of the last Ice Age that produced melted blocks of ice, gave life and form to this island lake. It was Alexander Ramsey, Minnesota’s territorial governor in 1852, who gave Lake Minnetonka its name. The lake is also commonly known as the Big Waters, deriving that nickname from the Sioux language in which “Minne” means water and “Tonka” means big or great. As the ninth largest lake in Minnesota, Lake Minnetonka features several islands, a series of interconnecting bays including Haltsed Bay and Grays Bay, and it covers 22.2 square miles of water, boasting roughly 110 miles of beautiful…

    • 404 Words
    • 2 Pages
    Good Essays
    Read More
  • Good Essays

    Personal Narrative-Full Lake Experience
    • 1668 Words
    • 7 Pages

    Personal Narrative-Full Lake Experience

    The University of California, Merced’s Men’s Basketball team was so enthusiastic, as well as full of energy that humid Saturday morning as they prepared for an extraordinary adventure at Lake Yosemite. Each player greets Dr. Boggs, also thanking him for taking his time off from work in the health center to take them to the lake. Dr. Boggs, feeling warm-hearted and comforted, appreciated the well-mannered basketball players and cannot wait to get out in the lake. “I have brought my boat out here today so you guys can get the full lake experience, but I need to go over some safety procedures. I also need to explain to you all what exactly we will be doing today.”-Dr. Boggs.…

    • 1668 Words
    • 7 Pages
    Good Essays
    Read More
  • Good Essays

    Creative Writing: Loon Lake
    • 839 Words
    • 4 Pages

    Creative Writing: Loon Lake

    Yesterday Glenn and I experienced Loon Lake here in Northern California, and man was it a great experience! Loon lake is located in Northern California and is adjacent to the legendary Rubicon Trail. Our day started with meeting at In N Out in Auburn CA at 4:30 a.m.....well I was there at 4:30; Glenn showed up around 4:50 but I can say it was fashionably late, at least as fashionable as a person can be that early in the morning. During my twenty minute wait, surprisingly I wasn't alone at this In N out. There were about three vehicles I spotted while sitting on the trunk of my Toyota Solara drinking my morning coffee as I thought to myself...what good reason could someone have for being at a random In N out at such a random time? Keep in mind…

    • 839 Words
    • 4 Pages
    Good Essays
    Read More
  • Good Essays

    Crow Lake Essay
    • 707 Words
    • 3 Pages

    Crow Lake Essay

    Isolation, meaning a state of separation, is often misperceived by many as people frequently believe that isolation is always a negative state of being; that isolation due to emotions is non-realistic, and that isolation is always involuntary. These myths are commonly accepted; however, the novel Crow Lake takes a different stand from these myths. Mary Lawson, author of the novel, demonstrated isolations in many of its forms through the protagonist, Kate, and a small, desolated rural community that represented the primary setting of the novel, Crow Lake. By doing so, Lawson reveals the counterfactual nature of these myths and thus correcting the misconceptions that the society has about isolation.…

    • 707 Words
    • 3 Pages
    Good Essays
    Read More
  • Satisfactory Essays

    Raquette Lake Essay
    • 600 Words
    • 2 Pages

    Raquette Lake Essay

    During my time at Raquette Lake, not only did I learn from other people but also learned things about myself. I will admit, at first, hearing about Raquette Lake did not sound very appealing to me. I wasn't looking forward to "roughing it" out in the woods with a bunch of people I hardly knew, especially on a Friday and Saturday. Once we got there my whole perspective quickly changed and I found myself forgetting about what I thought I'd be missing back at Cortland and just enjoying the beautiful scenery that was surrounding me.…

    • 600 Words
    • 2 Pages
    Satisfactory Essays
    Read More
  • Satisfactory Essays

    Community Profile Research Paper
    • 508 Words
    • 3 Pages

    Community Profile Research Paper

    As well as the many events the city holds, such as the Annual Balloon Festival, Monthly Farmers' Market, Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade, Craft Fair, Memorial Day Coed Softball Tournament, Golf Tournament, 5th Annual 10K…

    • 508 Words
    • 3 Pages
    Satisfactory Essays
    Read More
  • Good Essays

    Cultural Event Paper
    • 737 Words
    • 3 Pages

    Cultural Event Paper

    A cultural event that I have attended in the past that has had a memorable affect on my life was a Native American Powwow. This event takes place every year, Thanksgiving weekend in Tucson, AZ. I arrived in the late afternoon, as the sun was going down. I remember seeing many different types of people, from tourists to the different Native American performers. The physical setting of this particular celebration was outside, and based around, one main circle. Drums were beating so loud, you could feel the pound inside your chest. Different activities were going on all around, such as dancers, vendors, and a huge variety of foods to choose from. The circular dancing arena is known as the arbor, this area is blessed before any of the events begin (Schultz, 2001). This area is considered to be sacred ground, and is respected throughout the entire celebration (Schultz, 2001). The arbor was made of tree limbs and leaves. The four main entries into the festivities were used to resemble the four points of a compass (Schultz, 2001). The dancers entered from the east entrance, and the main announcer was located by the West entrance. Many spectators were sitting on blankets, and some on lawn chairs. The environment was relaxed, and a very friendly atmosphere. The activities included dance and drum contests, different ceremonies, and many different vendors. The crafts were all handmade and amazing. Each piece looked as if it were specially made from the heart. The Native American culture to me felt festive, warm, and very inviting. The dancer’s come from many different tribes. Their faces were painted, and their costumes consisted of beautiful festive colors. They were made of feathers, sequence, dye, and other natural fabrics.…

    • 737 Words
    • 3 Pages
    Good Essays
    Read More