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4 events,
MNCSS: Meskwaki Elders Circle Meeting
MNCSS: Meskwaki Elders Circle Meeting
Please join us at our first meeting back in person. There will be light refreshments and drinks available. Meskwaki Elders Circle Meeting, Tuesday, August 30th from 4-5PM at 1834 340th St., Tama, IA.
Food Sovereignty: Cucumber Pickling w/ Holly VanHeel, ISU Extension
Food Sovereignty: Cucumber Pickling w/ Holly VanHeel, ISU Extension
Meskwaki Food Sovereignty 2022 Summer and Fall Workshop, Cucumber Pickling with Holly VanHeel, ISU Extension, on Tuesday, August 30th from 5-9PM at the Tribal Center Kitchen. Event is FREE and open to the tribal community. Questions: Contact us by phone at 641-484-9508 ext. 9511 or email [email protected].
MBHS Monthly Social – About TRAUMA
MBHS Monthly Social – About TRAUMA
LEARN MORE ABOUT TRAUMA Adonica Hennessy, Mental Health Trauma Therapist, will be presenting at our August Behavioral Health Social on the topic of trauma and how trauma’s impact on the human being can alter the way the brain fires, alter how a person perceives the world and alter how a person perceives themselves. Here are […]
3 events,
Weaving Cattail Mats
Weaving Cattail Mats
Every Wednesday evening a group of ladies from the community meet at the MNR Building to work and learn about weaving cattail mats. They welcome any female community member to join them in the learning process, so go and learn this skill with them. They meet every Wednesday at 5:30PM, share a light meal followied […]
Cattail/Bulrush Weaving
Cattail/Bulrush Weaving
The Cattail/Bulrush weaving project group will begin meeting every Wednesday evening to clean cattail reeds and being the sewing of a cattail mat. This work is open to all women […]
2 events,
Meskwaki Seniors 55+ Food Box Distribution
Meskwaki Seniors 55+ Food Box Distribution
Meskwaki Seniors 55+ can pick up a food box at Meskwaki Senior Services from 8AM until 4:30PM. Please remember to wear a mask!
1 event,
2 events,
Meskwaki Youth Leadership Council Meeting
Meskwaki Youth Leadership Council Meeting
MY Leadership Council will meet on Mondays from 6:30-7:30PM at 3138 H Ave (Apprenticeship Building). These meetings will be for both JR and SR Council (5-12th Grades). Meskwaki Youth Leadership Council - an opportunity for Meskwaki Youth to Lead, Learn and Grow If you have any questions, contact Meskwaki Youth Development Program at 641-484-5369. MY […]
2 events,
Senior Mini Bone Dice Tournament
Senior Mini Bone Dice Tournament
Meskwaki Senior Services will be hosting a Senior Mini Bone Dice Tournament on Tuesday, September 6th starting at 10:00 a.m. at the Seniors Center. Please bring 200 pennies to the tournament. Join us for a change at prizes! Total of 3 winners - 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places. For any questions call Senior Services at […]
5 events,
Tribal Council Meeting
Tribal Council Meeting
The next Tribal Council meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 7, 2022 at 5:00pm in the Tribal Chambers. Enrolled Tribal Members are welcome and encouraged to attend. *Meetings are held on a bi-weekly basis. **Meeting dates/times are subject to change at the discretion of the Tribal Chairman.
Weaving Cattail Mats
Weaving Cattail Mats
Every Wednesday evening a group of ladies from the community meet at the MNR Building to work and learn about weaving cattail mats. They welcome any female community member to join them in the learning process, so go and learn this skill with them. They meet every Wednesday at 5:30PM, share a light meal followied […]
Cattail/Bulrush Weaving
Cattail/Bulrush Weaving
The Cattail/Bulrush weaving project group will begin meeting every Wednesday evening to clean cattail reeds and being the sewing of a cattail mat. This work is open to all women and girls in our community. We are meeting at the MNR building (located at 1826 340th St, Tama) from 6:00PM until 9:00PM.
Robert Morgan Post 701 Meeting
Robert Morgan Post 701 Meeting
Robert Morgan Post 701 meetings will be held every first (1st) Wednesday of the month in the Tribal Chambers at 7pm.
3 events,
Seniors Blood Pressure & Sugar Check
Seniors Blood Pressure & Sugar Check
A Community Health Representative will be on site at the Senior Center to check blood pressure and sugar levels from 11am-12pm.
Seniors Elders Committee Meeting
Seniors Elders Committee Meeting
Regular Elders Committee meetings will be held on the second Thursday of each month at 1:00pm.
1 event,
2 events,
Meskwaki Youth Leadership Council Meeting
Meskwaki Youth Leadership Council Meeting
MY Leadership Council will meet on Mondays from 6:30-7:30PM at 3138 H Ave (Apprenticeship Building). These meetings will be for both JR and SR Council (5-12th Grades). Meskwaki Youth Leadership Council - an opportunity for Meskwaki Youth to Lead, Learn and Grow If you have any questions, contact Meskwaki Youth Development Program at 641-484-5369. MY […]
2 events,
MNCSS Koko & Medo Celebration
MNCSS Koko & Medo Celebration
We invite all Kokos, Medos and their families to our Koko & Medo Celebration that will be held on Tuesday, September 13th from 5:30pm-8:00pm at the Tribal Center Gym. Join us in celebrating our Kokos and Medos, a traditional meal will be served followed by games and door prizes. We hope to see you there! […]
4 events,
Coffee and Culture
Coffee and Culture
Coffee and Culture Who: Community elders, members of the Meskwaki Elders Circle, and members of the Meskwaki Nation Police Department What: Discuss Meskwaki life and Police life to strengthen relationships between two unique culture When: Every 2nd Wednesday each month from NEW TIME: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm. *Alternate date: last Wednesday of the month […]
Weaving Cattail Mats
Weaving Cattail Mats
Every Wednesday evening a group of ladies from the community meet at the MNR Building to work and learn about weaving cattail mats. They welcome any female community member to join them in the learning process, so go and learn this skill with them. They meet every Wednesday at 5:30PM, share a light meal followied […]
Cattail/Bulrush Weaving
Cattail/Bulrush Weaving
The Cattail/Bulrush weaving project group will begin meeting every Wednesday evening to clean cattail reeds and being the sewing of a cattail mat. This work is open to all women and girls in our community. We are meeting at the MNR building (located at 1826 340th St, Tama) from 6:00PM until 9:00PM.
2 events,
Food Sovereignty: Gathering Water Potatoes
Food Sovereignty: Gathering Water Potatoes
Join us in Gathering Lotus Tubers (Water Potatoes) on September 15, 2022! We expect this trip to be from 9:00 A.M. until 3:00 P.M. We will leave from the Workforce Development Building (3134 H Ave) to Amana Lily Pond. Lunch is on us! Call 641-481-6449 or message us on Facebook if you are interested or […]
1 event,
3 events,
7k Wellness Run
7k Wellness Run
Meskwaki Wellness will be hosting a 7k Wellness Run on Monday, September 19th at the Meskwaki Health Clinic. Registration at 5:30pm 7K Start at 6:00pm *Route available for seniors Beverages and food will be provided following the run. Long sleeve t-shirts for participants while supplies last. First come, first serve.
Meskwaki Youth Leadership Council Meeting
Meskwaki Youth Leadership Council Meeting
MY Leadership Council will meet on Mondays from 6:30-7:30PM at 3138 H Ave (Apprenticeship Building). These meetings will be for both JR and SR Council (5-12th Grades). Meskwaki Youth Leadership Council - an opportunity for Meskwaki Youth to Lead, Learn and Grow If you have any questions, contact Meskwaki Youth Development Program at 641-484-5369. MY […]
2 events,
MBHS: Monthly Social
MBHS: Monthly Social
MBHS will hold their Monthly Social on September 20th at 6:00PM in the MBCH Convention Center. Doors open at 5:15. The Behavioral Health Services teams invites the Meskwaki community to join us in learning skills for managing health, stress, and gaining awareness about effects of trauma. • Learn skills for relaxation • Informational presentation on […]
5 events,
Tribal Council Meeting
Tribal Council Meeting
The next Tribal Council meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 21, 2022 beginning at 5:00 P.M. in the Tribal Chambers. Enrolled Tribal Members are welcome and encouraged to attend. *Meetings are held on a bi-weekly basis. **Meeting dates/times are subject to change at the discretion of the Tribal Chairman.
Food Sovereignty: Sumac Berry Tea Making
Food Sovereignty: Sumac Berry Tea Making
Meskwaki Food Sovereignty 2022 Summer and Fall Workshop, Sumac Berry Tea Making on Wednesday, September 21st from 5-8PM at the Tribal Center Kitchen. Event is FREE and open to the tribal community. Questions: Contact us by phone at 641-484-9508 ext. 9511 or email [email protected].
Weaving Cattail Mats
Weaving Cattail Mats
Every Wednesday evening a group of ladies from the community meet at the MNR Building to work and learn about weaving cattail mats. They welcome any female community member to join them in the learning process, so go and learn this skill with them. They meet every Wednesday at 5:30PM, share a light meal followied […]
Cattail/Bulrush Weaving
Cattail/Bulrush Weaving
The Cattail/Bulrush weaving project group will begin meeting every Wednesday evening to clean cattail reeds and being the sewing of a cattail mat. This work is open to all women and girls in our community. We are meeting at the MNR building (located at 1826 340th St, Tama) from 6:00PM until 9:00PM.
2 events,
Seniors Blood Pressure & Sugar Check
Seniors Blood Pressure & Sugar Check
A Community Health Representative will be on site at the Senior Center to check blood pressure and sugar levels from 11am-12pm.
1 event,
4 events,
Wellness: Fall into Fitness Challenge SIGN-UPS
Meskwaki Wellness Center will be having a 'Fall into Fitness' Challenge starting October 4th through October 27th. You can sign-up at the Wellness Center beginning September 26th through September 30th. This challenge will be an in-person points-based challenge where you receive points for physically attending fitness classes with Jason and/or Sidney. Fitness Classes will be […]
Hydrant Flushing
Public Works will begin Hydrant Flushing September 26, 2022 until September 30, 2022. Hydrant flushing is done twice a year to enhance water quality by: - Flushing sediment from the water mains. - Verifying the proper operation of hydrants and valves. - Ensuring firefighting capability. During Hydrant Flushing: - There may be a temporary drop […]
Meskwaki Youth Leadership Council Meeting
Meskwaki Youth Leadership Council Meeting
MY Leadership Council will meet on Mondays from 6:30-7:30PM at 3138 H Ave (Apprenticeship Building). These meetings will be for both JR and SR Council (5-12th Grades). Meskwaki Youth Leadership Council - an opportunity for Meskwaki Youth to Lead, Learn and Grow If you have any questions, contact Meskwaki Youth Development Program at 641-484-5369. MY […]
3 events,
6 events,
Food Sovereignty: Salsa Making/Canning
Food Sovereignty: Salsa Making/Canning
Meskwaki Food Sovereignty 2022 Summer and Fall Workshop, Salsa Making/Canning on Wednesday, September 28th, from 5-9PM at the Tribal Center Kitchen. Event is FREE and open to the tribal community. Register at: https://go.iastate.edu/VFLAS5 Questions: Contact us by phone at 641-484-9508 ext. 9511 or email [email protected].
Weaving Cattail Mats
Weaving Cattail Mats
Every Wednesday evening a group of ladies from the community meet at the MNR Building to work and learn about weaving cattail mats. They welcome any female community member to join them in the learning process, so go and learn this skill with them. They meet every Wednesday at 5:30PM, share a light meal followied […]
Cattail/Bulrush Weaving
Cattail/Bulrush Weaving
The Cattail/Bulrush weaving project group will begin meeting every Wednesday evening to clean cattail reeds and being the sewing of a cattail mat. This work is open to all women and girls in our community. We are meeting at the MNR building (located at 1826 340th St, Tama) from 6:00PM until 9:00PM.
3 events,
5 events,
MNR Deer and Buffalo Meat Distribution
MNR Deer and Buffalo Meat Distribution
Meskwaki Natural Resources will be having a Deer and Buffalo Meat Distribution on Friday, September 30th at the Tribal Center Parking Lot. They will be on location at 10:00AM and 5:00PM. This distribution is on a first come, first served basis. Don't forget to bring a bag! *Everyone will be able to get up to […]
MNR Deer and Buffalo Meat Distribution
MNR Deer and Buffalo Meat Distribution
Meskwaki Natural Resources will be having a Deer and Buffalo Meat Distribution on Friday, September 30th at the Tribal Center Parking Lot. They will be on location at 10:00AM and 5:00PM. This distribution is on a first come, first served basis. Don't forget to bring a bag! *Everyone will be able to get up to […]