The Hopi Calendar encompasses both katsina and non-katsina ceremonies that help to fulfill a Hopi year. Katsinas are the Hopi spiritual beings that represent all entities of this world and universe, from our ancestors to plants, animals, stars, and galaxies. When the time comes for the non-katsina cycle, this is when the Hopi people, men and women, that are initiated into certain societies perform their duties for everyone and everything on this earth. Our purpose as Hopi sinom (people), is to maintain balance and harmony with all living things in this world. Practicing and teaching compassion, reciprocity, earth stewardship, universal human hood, respect, and most of all a life based on humility, are all aspects that are addressed in our ceremonial calendar.
Paa'muya- "Moisture Moon"
This time of year is a time for winter social dances to celebrate life and preparation of the year ahead. Both young and old alike help to keep the Hopi tradition of dancing alive by holding these social dances in the kiisongvi, "plaza", for all to see.
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