2019 Holiday Expo and Vendor Application Information
Save the Date for the 2019 Meskwaki Holiday Expo Event!
Friday, November 29th through Sunday, December 1st to be held in the Meskwaki Veteran’s Convention Center at the Meskwaki Bingo Casino Hotel. Open Daily! Friday and Saturday, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm and Sunday, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm.
What to expect at the Meskwaki Holiday Expo:
– Handmade Meskwaki and Native Crafts
– Baked Goods
– Homemade Foods & Products
– & So much MORE!
This event is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
If you’re interested in being a Vendor at this year’s Holiday Expo, please complete the form below and return to:
Meskwaki Cultural Center & Museum
349 Meskwaki Rd, Tama, IA 52339
ATTN: Mary Young Bear
If you’d like to be a Vendor complete the form below!
2019 Holiday Expo and Vendor Application Information
Save the Date for the 2019 Meskwaki Holiday Expo Event!
Friday, November 29th through Sunday, December 1st to be held in the Meskwaki Veteran’s Convention Center at the Meskwaki Bingo Casino Hotel. Open Daily! Friday and Saturday, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm and Sunday, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm.
What to expect at the Meskwaki Holiday Expo:
– Handmade Meskwaki and Native Crafts
– Baked Goods
– Homemade Foods & Products
– & So much MORE!
This event is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
If you’re interested in being a Vendor at this year’s Holiday Expo, please complete the form below and return to:
Meskwaki Cultural Center & Museum
349 Meskwaki Rd, Tama, IA 52339
ATTN: Mary Young Bear
If you’d like to be a Vendor, complete the form below!
Join the Meskwaki Diabetes Program along with the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach program for Free Well-being Lunch and Learns on Tuesdays in December and January from 12:00 – 12:45 pm at the Meskwaki Health Clinic. A FREE lunch will be provided at each Lunch and Learn!
Dates:
December 3, 2019 – Time for Me: Understanding Well-being
December 10, 2019 – Building Strong Relationships
December 17, 2019 – Managing Your Money
January 7, 2020 – Enjoying Good Health and Energy
To sign up, please call (641) 484-4094 and ask to speak with Megan, Ashley or Linda.
Meskwaki Settlement School Annual Winter Concert, Wednesday, December 4th starting at 6:00 pm at the Meskwaki High School Gym.
SAVE THE DATE – Thursday, Dec. 5th!
Join the Meskwaki Family Services as they host a Community Holiday Party on Thursday, December 5th from 5:00 – 7:00 pm at the Tribal Center Gym!
There will be cookie decorating, a bounce house, hot chocolate bar and make and take ornament station. There will also be goodie bags for children (while supplies last).
Dinner will be served – Menu TBA!
Join the Meskwaki Juvenile Probation Department as they host the SANTA Dash on Saturday, December 7th at the Meskwaki Tribal Center. Registration begins at 9:00 am, Santa Dash starts at 9:30 am. Come run with our Youth!
Wear and run in your favorite Santa or Holiday gear! There will be t-shirt while supplies last.
Sponsored by Meskwaki Juvenile Probation Department. For questions call Quincy or Misty at (641) 484-9300.
Annual FREE Rabies and Mange Clinic on Dec. 7th
Join MNR for the Annual FREE Rabies and Mange Clinic on Saturday, Dec. 7th from 10:00 AM until 2:00 pm at the MSS Maintenance Building (1610 305th St, Tama, IA).
This Free event is for Meskwaki Community Members with dogs and cats. Have your dogs and cats receive a free veterinary physical exam, get your dog(s) and cat(s) vaccinated against rabies!
The Housing Committee Meeting that was previously canceled has now been rescheduled for Thursday, December 12th at 5:00 pm in the Housing Department Office.
Attention: Tribal Operations including the Health Clinic and Pharmacy will be closed Friday, Dec. 13th from 10:00 am until 3:00 pm for the Employee Christmas party.
Santa Dash has been rescheduled to take place this Saturday, December 14th at the Justice Center. Registration at 9:00 am and the Santa Dash starts at 9:30 am.
Wear your favorite Santa and/or Holiday Gear and come run with our youth!
T-shirts while supplies last.
Sponsored by Meskwaki Juvenile Probation Department, for questions call Quincy or Misty at (641) 484-9300.
Join the Meskwaki Diabetes Program along with the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach program for Free Well-being Lunch and Learns on Tuesdays in December and January from 12:00 – 12:45 pm at the Meskwaki Health Clinic. A FREE lunch will be provided at each Lunch and Learn!
Dates:
December 3, 2019 – Time for Me: Understanding Well-being
December 10, 2019 – Building Strong Relationships
December 17, 2019 – Managing Your Money
January 7, 2020 – Enjoying Good Health and Energy
To sign up, please call (641) 484-4094 and ask to speak with Megan, Ashley or Linda.
Save the Date:
Holiday Buffalo Meat Distribution – Wednesday, Dec. 18th!
Meskwaki Natural Resources will have Ground, Stew and Roasts available to Tribal Members on Wednesday, Dec. 18th from 9:00-10:00 AM and from 5:00-6:00 PM at the Tribal Center Entrance.
Holiday Meat Distribution, 5lbs for Enrolled Members. *Receive one extra pound of ground meat if you bring a reusable bag!
Specialty parts available at the South Farm Office: kidney, liver, heart and tongue. Sign up for hides and skulls too!
Join us for dinner and an educational session on diabetes and oral health on Wednesday, December 18, 2019 starting at 5:00 pm in the MBCH Convention Center.
Presenter: Dr. Sukirth Ganesan, Assistant Professor of Periodontics at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry.
Menu: Roast Beef with Au Jus, Broasted Chicken, Wild Rice Pilaf, Whole Grain Roll, Cookie served with Coffee or Water.
For questions, call Meskwaki Health Clinic at (641) 484-4094.
Save the Date:
Holiday Buffalo Meat Distribution – Wednesday, Dec. 18th!
Meskwaki Natural Resources will have Ground, Stew and Roasts available to Tribal Members on Wednesday, Dec. 18th from 9:00-10:00 AM and from 5:00-6:00 PM at the Tribal Center Entrance.
Holiday Meat Distribution, 5lbs for Enrolled Members. *Receive one extra pound of ground meat if you bring a reusable bag!
Specialty parts available at the South Farm Office: kidney, liver, heart and tongue. Sign up for hides and skulls too!
The next Tribal Council meeting has been scheduled for Wednesday, December 18, 2019 and will begin at 5:00 pm in the Tribal Chambers.
Enrolled Tribal Members are welcome and encouraged to attend.
*Meeting dates/times are subject to change at the discretion of the Tribal Chairman.
The Meskwaki Food Sovereignty Initiative presents the Hunters Feast on Thursday, December 19th from 4:00 to 7:00 pm at the Meskwaki Tribal Center. Meal will be served at 5:00 pm.
This event is FREE and open to everyone.
Join us for our 2nd Annual Community Meal celebrating seasonal foods and the hunters whose skills provide wild game. Our seasonal meal will feature a variety of wild game dishes, including some local favorites.
Also, Archery for all ages will begin at 4:00 pm! Archery is sponsored by Meskwaki Natural Resources Fish and Wildlife Branch.
To help us reduce our reliance on single use paper and plastic, we ask attendees to bring their own reusable plates and utensils.
Join us for Breakfast with Santa and Mrs Claus on Saturday, December 21st from 8:00 am-11:00 am at the Tribal Center Gym!
Breakfast Menu: Biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs, bacon and fresh fruit served with coffee or juice.
Children’s entertainment provided by Living Characters!
Click here to watch the livestream: https://livestream.com/meskwakination/collegepanel
Join us for a LIVE panel discussion about the college experience with MSS Warrior alumni who are currently attending college.
Please join us on Tuesday, December 24th to wish Nicole Peterson (Meskwaki Health Clinic) Farewell as she begins a new chapter!
Tuesday, December 24th from 12:00 to 1:00 pm in the Conference Room at the Health Clinic. Cake and ice cream will be provided. We hope to see you there!
Join us on Friday, December 27th from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm in the Tribal Center Snack Bar for a Coat and Boot Giveaway! This event is open to the community for children in need.
The coats and boots available were donated by Tribal Operations Staff during their Employee Holiday Party held on December 13th.
Available Boys Boots Sizes: 13 (2), 12 (2), 10 (2), 9 (1)
Available Girls Boots Sizes: 2 (2), 4 (3), 6 (1), 7 (1), 9 (1), 10 (1), 11 (5)
Available Boys Coats Sizes: 3T (1), 4T (2), 5T (5), Youth Small (1), S 6/7 (1), S 8 (1), M (1), M 10/12 (1), XL 14/16 (1)
Available Girls Coats Sizes: 3T (1), 4T (1), 5T (3), XS 4/5 (2), S 7/8 (1), M 7/8 (1), 8/10 (1), M 10/12 (1), LG 10/12 (1), Women’s M (1)
2020 Meskwaki Nation New Year’s Eve Sobriety Powwow
December 31st, 6:00 pm Grand Entry At Meskwaki Settlement High School Gym
T-shirts while supplies last!
Head Staff:
MC – Matt Bear
MC – Bessie Scott
AD – Odie Old Bear
AD – Taurice Grant
Head Man – Drayton Roberts
Head Woman – Lauren Keahna
Contests & Specials:
Tiny Tots sponsored by Meskwaki Family Services
Junior & Teens sponsored by Meskwaki Youth Program
Juniors: 1st: $50, 2nd: $40, 3rd: $30, 4th: $20
Teens: 1st: $100, 2nd: $90, 3rd: $80, 4th $70
Adults (ages 18-54)
Golden Age (ages 55+)
Head Man Special (ages 16+) Men’s Woodland Style 1st: $400 & Gift Bag, 2nd: $300, 3rd: $200
DOOR PRIZES (must be present to win) Adult Grand Door Prize – Set of 4 tires, Youth Grand Door Prize – Trampoline & Gift Card
Midnight Snack – Sandwiches, chips and cookies
Drug and alcohol free event
Sponsored by the Meskwaki Health Clinic
2019 Holiday Expo and Vendor Application Information
Save the Date for the 2019 Meskwaki Holiday Expo Event!
Friday, November 29th through Sunday, December 1st to be held in the Meskwaki Veteran’s Convention Center at the Meskwaki Bingo Casino Hotel. Open Daily! Friday and Saturday, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm and Sunday, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm.
What to expect at the Meskwaki Holiday Expo:
– Handmade Meskwaki and Native Crafts
– Baked Goods
– Homemade Foods & Products
– & So much MORE!
This event is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
If you’re interested in being a Vendor at this year’s Holiday Expo, please complete the form below and return to:
Meskwaki Cultural Center & Museum
349 Meskwaki Rd, Tama, IA 52339
ATTN: Mary Young Bear
If you’d like to be a Vendor complete the form below!
2019 Holiday Expo and Vendor Application Information
Save the Date for the 2019 Meskwaki Holiday Expo Event!
Friday, November 29th through Sunday, December 1st to be held in the Meskwaki Veteran’s Convention Center at the Meskwaki Bingo Casino Hotel. Open Daily! Friday and Saturday, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm and Sunday, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm.
What to expect at the Meskwaki Holiday Expo:
– Handmade Meskwaki and Native Crafts
– Baked Goods
– Homemade Foods & Products
– & So much MORE!
This event is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
If you’re interested in being a Vendor at this year’s Holiday Expo, please complete the form below and return to:
Meskwaki Cultural Center & Museum
349 Meskwaki Rd, Tama, IA 52339
ATTN: Mary Young Bear
If you’d like to be a Vendor, complete the form below!
Join the Meskwaki Diabetes Program along with the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach program for Free Well-being Lunch and Learns on Tuesdays in December and January from 12:00 – 12:45 pm at the Meskwaki Health Clinic. A FREE lunch will be provided at each Lunch and Learn!
Dates:
December 3, 2019 – Time for Me: Understanding Well-being
December 10, 2019 – Building Strong Relationships
December 17, 2019 – Managing Your Money
January 7, 2020 – Enjoying Good Health and Energy
To sign up, please call (641) 484-4094 and ask to speak with Megan, Ashley or Linda.
Meskwaki Settlement School Annual Winter Concert, Wednesday, December 4th starting at 6:00 pm at the Meskwaki High School Gym.
SAVE THE DATE – Thursday, Dec. 5th!
Join the Meskwaki Family Services as they host a Community Holiday Party on Thursday, December 5th from 5:00 – 7:00 pm at the Tribal Center Gym!
There will be cookie decorating, a bounce house, hot chocolate bar and make and take ornament station. There will also be goodie bags for children (while supplies last).
Dinner will be served – Menu TBA!
Join the Meskwaki Juvenile Probation Department as they host the SANTA Dash on Saturday, December 7th at the Meskwaki Tribal Center. Registration begins at 9:00 am, Santa Dash starts at 9:30 am. Come run with our Youth!
Wear and run in your favorite Santa or Holiday gear! There will be t-shirt while supplies last.
Sponsored by Meskwaki Juvenile Probation Department. For questions call Quincy or Misty at (641) 484-9300.
Annual FREE Rabies and Mange Clinic on Dec. 7th
Join MNR for the Annual FREE Rabies and Mange Clinic on Saturday, Dec. 7th from 10:00 AM until 2:00 pm at the MSS Maintenance Building (1610 305th St, Tama, IA).
This Free event is for Meskwaki Community Members with dogs and cats. Have your dogs and cats receive a free veterinary physical exam, get your dog(s) and cat(s) vaccinated against rabies!
The Housing Committee Meeting that was previously canceled has now been rescheduled for Thursday, December 12th at 5:00 pm in the Housing Department Office.
Attention: Tribal Operations including the Health Clinic and Pharmacy will be closed Friday, Dec. 13th from 10:00 am until 3:00 pm for the Employee Christmas party.
Santa Dash has been rescheduled to take place this Saturday, December 14th at the Justice Center. Registration at 9:00 am and the Santa Dash starts at 9:30 am.
Wear your favorite Santa and/or Holiday Gear and come run with our youth!
T-shirts while supplies last.
Sponsored by Meskwaki Juvenile Probation Department, for questions call Quincy or Misty at (641) 484-9300.
Join the Meskwaki Diabetes Program along with the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach program for Free Well-being Lunch and Learns on Tuesdays in December and January from 12:00 – 12:45 pm at the Meskwaki Health Clinic. A FREE lunch will be provided at each Lunch and Learn!
Dates:
December 3, 2019 – Time for Me: Understanding Well-being
December 10, 2019 – Building Strong Relationships
December 17, 2019 – Managing Your Money
January 7, 2020 – Enjoying Good Health and Energy
To sign up, please call (641) 484-4094 and ask to speak with Megan, Ashley or Linda.
Save the Date:
Holiday Buffalo Meat Distribution – Wednesday, Dec. 18th!
Meskwaki Natural Resources will have Ground, Stew and Roasts available to Tribal Members on Wednesday, Dec. 18th from 9:00-10:00 AM and from 5:00-6:00 PM at the Tribal Center Entrance.
Holiday Meat Distribution, 5lbs for Enrolled Members. *Receive one extra pound of ground meat if you bring a reusable bag!
Specialty parts available at the South Farm Office: kidney, liver, heart and tongue. Sign up for hides and skulls too!
Join us for dinner and an educational session on diabetes and oral health on Wednesday, December 18, 2019 starting at 5:00 pm in the MBCH Convention Center.
Presenter: Dr. Sukirth Ganesan, Assistant Professor of Periodontics at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry.
Menu: Roast Beef with Au Jus, Broasted Chicken, Wild Rice Pilaf, Whole Grain Roll, Cookie served with Coffee or Water.
For questions, call Meskwaki Health Clinic at (641) 484-4094.
Save the Date:
Holiday Buffalo Meat Distribution – Wednesday, Dec. 18th!
Meskwaki Natural Resources will have Ground, Stew and Roasts available to Tribal Members on Wednesday, Dec. 18th from 9:00-10:00 AM and from 5:00-6:00 PM at the Tribal Center Entrance.
Holiday Meat Distribution, 5lbs for Enrolled Members. *Receive one extra pound of ground meat if you bring a reusable bag!
Specialty parts available at the South Farm Office: kidney, liver, heart and tongue. Sign up for hides and skulls too!
The next Tribal Council meeting has been scheduled for Wednesday, December 18, 2019 and will begin at 5:00 pm in the Tribal Chambers.
Enrolled Tribal Members are welcome and encouraged to attend.
*Meeting dates/times are subject to change at the discretion of the Tribal Chairman.
The Meskwaki Food Sovereignty Initiative presents the Hunters Feast on Thursday, December 19th from 4:00 to 7:00 pm at the Meskwaki Tribal Center. Meal will be served at 5:00 pm.
This event is FREE and open to everyone.
Join us for our 2nd Annual Community Meal celebrating seasonal foods and the hunters whose skills provide wild game. Our seasonal meal will feature a variety of wild game dishes, including some local favorites.
Also, Archery for all ages will begin at 4:00 pm! Archery is sponsored by Meskwaki Natural Resources Fish and Wildlife Branch.
To help us reduce our reliance on single use paper and plastic, we ask attendees to bring their own reusable plates and utensils.
Join us for Breakfast with Santa and Mrs Claus on Saturday, December 21st from 8:00 am-11:00 am at the Tribal Center Gym!
Breakfast Menu: Biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs, bacon and fresh fruit served with coffee or juice.
Children’s entertainment provided by Living Characters!
Click here to watch the livestream: https://livestream.com/meskwakination/collegepanel
Join us for a LIVE panel discussion about the college experience with MSS Warrior alumni who are currently attending college.
Please join us on Tuesday, December 24th to wish Nicole Peterson (Meskwaki Health Clinic) Farewell as she begins a new chapter!
Tuesday, December 24th from 12:00 to 1:00 pm in the Conference Room at the Health Clinic. Cake and ice cream will be provided. We hope to see you there!
Join us on Friday, December 27th from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm in the Tribal Center Snack Bar for a Coat and Boot Giveaway! This event is open to the community for children in need.
The coats and boots available were donated by Tribal Operations Staff during their Employee Holiday Party held on December 13th.
Available Boys Boots Sizes: 13 (2), 12 (2), 10 (2), 9 (1)
Available Girls Boots Sizes: 2 (2), 4 (3), 6 (1), 7 (1), 9 (1), 10 (1), 11 (5)
Available Boys Coats Sizes: 3T (1), 4T (2), 5T (5), Youth Small (1), S 6/7 (1), S 8 (1), M (1), M 10/12 (1), XL 14/16 (1)
Available Girls Coats Sizes: 3T (1), 4T (1), 5T (3), XS 4/5 (2), S 7/8 (1), M 7/8 (1), 8/10 (1), M 10/12 (1), LG 10/12 (1), Women’s M (1)
2020 Meskwaki Nation New Year’s Eve Sobriety Powwow
December 31st, 6:00 pm Grand Entry At Meskwaki Settlement High School Gym
T-shirts while supplies last!
Head Staff:
MC – Matt Bear
MC – Bessie Scott
AD – Odie Old Bear
AD – Taurice Grant
Head Man – Drayton Roberts
Head Woman – Lauren Keahna
Contests & Specials:
Tiny Tots sponsored by Meskwaki Family Services
Junior & Teens sponsored by Meskwaki Youth Program
Juniors: 1st: $50, 2nd: $40, 3rd: $30, 4th: $20
Teens: 1st: $100, 2nd: $90, 3rd: $80, 4th $70
Adults (ages 18-54)
Golden Age (ages 55+)
Head Man Special (ages 16+) Men’s Woodland Style 1st: $400 & Gift Bag, 2nd: $300, 3rd: $200
DOOR PRIZES (must be present to win) Adult Grand Door Prize – Set of 4 tires, Youth Grand Door Prize – Trampoline & Gift Card
Midnight Snack – Sandwiches, chips and cookies
Drug and alcohol free event
Sponsored by the Meskwaki Health Clinic