World Tibet Day 2008 - Minneapolis

World Tibet Day July 6 in Minneapolis-10

Mary Turck — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 14:04:16 -0500

A group of monks sit underneath a memorial to the Dalai Lama and enjoy the singing and dancing performed in the stage area. (Photo by Trang Do)

World Tibet Day July 6 in Minneapolis-9

Mary Turck — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 14:03:03 -0500

Many cast their ballots for elections that took place for open board member positions within TAFM. (Photo by Trang Do)

World Tibet Day July 6 in Minneapolis-8

Mary Turck — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 14:02:03 -0500

A llama, greeted by a monk, was brought to the festival, but was not allowed to roam outside of the pen as in previous years. (Photo by Trang Do)

World Tibet Day July 6 in Minneapolis-7

Mary Turck — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 14:00:58 -0500

Relatives gathered from different areas of the nation to Columbia Park in Minneapolis to reconnect with distant family members for this celebration. (Photo by Trang Do)

World Tibet Day July 6 in Minneapolis-6

Mary Turck — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 13:59:59 -0500

Many gathered at Columbia Park to partake in dance, cultural performances, prayer and community building. (Photo by Trang Do)

World Tibet Day July 6 in Minneapolis-5

Mary Turck — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 13:58:39 -0500

Many gathered at Columbia Park to partake in dance, cultural performances, prayer and community building. (Photo by Trang Do)

World Tibet Day July 6 in Minneapolis-4

Mary Turck — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 13:57:34 -0500

Many gathered at Columbia Park to partake in dance, cultural performances, prayer and community building. (Photo by Trang Do)

World Tibet Day July 6 in Minneapolis-3

Mary Turck — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 13:54:52 -0500

A woman tends to a large incense fire. (Photo by Trang Do)