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Announcements/Events
from July 2022 Newsletter
by tolowadeeni
On June 9, 2022, the Victims Services division of Community and Family Wellness hosted the fourth activity in the series “What’s In Your Medicine Bag?” This family event was held at Dat-naa-svt Community Center. The series “What’s In Your Medicine Bag?” is a monthly family activity that focuses on gathering skills for resiliency and healing through culture-centered activities. These events include a family-friendly book written by Native American/Alaskan Native authors, a traditional craft, and discussion about what we can add to our “Medicine Bag” to foster resiliency, strength, love, healing, and faith.
This month, families came together for a craft night where we created the past three months’ crafts (medicine bag, dream catcher, and “me” jar). We discussed what each craft is and how it plays a role in our own “medicine bags.” Kits provided to the families included the book and one craft kit of their choosing, per family member. In appreciation of their participation, families were able to choose their gift of either a party tray or picnic backpack. Those
who completed the survey and provided photos of their projects were also able to choose between a duffle bag or a Medicine Wheel throw blanket.
Be sure to sign up for the next Family Unity Activity event. We are now meeting in person! These activities are open to Native American/ Alaskan Native families residing in our service area with at least one child under the age of 18 living in the household.
Shu’ shaa nin-la to all who participated in this month’s activity!
-Krystal Woods, Community and Family Wellness
**Please note starting in July, the day and venue are changing. The new day will be the second Monday of each month. The new venue is Howonquet Hall.
Please contact me with questions or to sign up for next month’s activity.
(707)487-9255 ext 1128
Seeking Activity Consultants!!!
Community & Family Wellness is looking for consultants who will lead workshops for families!
* dress making (doll size) * men’s regalia * basket making * women’s gambling (shell dice) * bark skirt making * men's gambling * bear grass braiding * necklace making * preparing traditional foods * harvesting traditional foods * gardening * basic home making skills (cleaning, etc.) * sewing * cooking
Consultants will be contracted at a rate of $55 per hour!We are open to suggestions for other workshops!
If interested, complete the workshop application at: www.surveymonkey.com/r/CFWconsultants
We can also provide hard copies of applications to those who do not have access to the internet.
For more information or assistance with the application contact Monica at 707-487-3183
Seeking Knowledge Educators
The Education Department is looking for consultants who will lead services to tribal children in our local communities.
-Tutoring -Homework Coaching -Native American History and Culture -Dee-ni’ Culture/Language/History -Mental Health (Certified Therapists, etc), -Physical Health (Yoga/Dance Teacher, Ballet, Self Defense, Sports Training Camps, etc).
Services are for K-12th grade Del Norte & Curry County Native American students.
For more information please contact Education Liaisons at 707-487-9255
Tara Lopez ext. 1554 Tara.lopez@tolowa.com
Chris Newman ext. 1556 Chris.newman@tolowa.com
https://tolowa-nsn.gov/DocumentCenter/View/644/ACEKnowledge-Educator-Interest-Form-1?bidId=
Congratulations to all tribal graduates. We wish you the best on all your future endeavors. Reach for the Stars!
COMMITTEE VACANCIES
HOUSING COMMITTEE
Are you interested in serving on the Housing Committee? We have a vacancy. Please submit the committee application to the Recording Secretary, Shelly Reynolds at shelly.reynolds@tolowa.com and Jeri Robertson, Housing Manager at jeri.robertson@tolowa.com Tribal Graduates receive their gift, certificate and dentalium necklace at Dee-ni' Night in September. If you cannot attend, your items can be mailed to you.
707-487-9255 ext. 1557
