GRADUATES SAve The Date

This two-part class will teach you how to complete a basket from harvesting the black ash tree to completing a basket. Information on Victim Services programming will be available during the event. Throughout the event, staff will be leading a discussion on domestic and sexual violence prevention and fostering protective factors and resilience in the community. Staff from Victim Services will be available to lead the discussion, answer questions, or speak privately during and after the event, as needed.

Please show up promptly at 11 a.m. if you would like to help with gathering materials.

The basket making portion of the class will begin at noon.

Wear comfortable and weather appropriate clothing and shoes, as we will be working outside.

Space is limited to the first 20 people who sign up.

If you are signing up, please make sure attend both sessions. Bring a dish to pass if you are able. For questions or to register, contact Andy Jackson at Andrea.Jackson@PokagonBand-nsn.gov or Casey Kasper-Welles at Casey.Kasper-Welles@pokagonband-nsn.gov.

Honoring Our Graduates Banquet Silver Creek Event Center Four Winds Casino 11111 Wilson Rd., New Buffalo Sunday, June 25

Elder's Benefit

Soon to be 55 years old? Please submit an Elder's Benefit Registration form for benefits to Elder's Hall. The form is available on the Pokagon Band website, search “Elders Services” on www.PokagonBand-nsn.gov.

Submit the completed documents by mail, fax, or email.

Mail: Pokagon Band of Potawatomi

Attn: Elder's Hall

P.O. Box 180, Dowagiac, MI 49047

Fax: (269) 782-1696

Email: Social.Services@PokagonBand-nsn.gov

The Elde'r Specialist at Elder's Hall can answer questions, call (269) 782-0765 or (800) 859 2717.

The Social Services Department needs the following individuals to update their address and phone number for Elder's Benefit. Please contact the Enrollment Office at (269) 782-1763.

2023-2024 Tribal Licenses and Permits

Did you know your 2022-2023 hunting, fishing, and gathering permits expired on March 31? We, at Kowabdanawa odë kė, formerly the Department of Natural Resources, want to remind you to report your harvests for last year and to pick up your licenses and permits for the 2023-2024 season. Turkey and morel seasons are just around the corner, so don’t miss an opportunity to get into the field and harvest. This season’s license color is orange and will expire on March 31, 2024. We offer the option to mail or email paperwork and licenses and permits to you as well as being able to pick them up in-person. Please contact the Kowabdanawa odë kė at (269) 782-9602 or PokagonDNR@PokagonBand-nsn.gov to inquire about obtaining your 2023-2024 licenses, tags, and permits if you haven’t already done so.