
Join us on Thursday, Oct. 17th for Indigenous Pink Day for a Breast Cancer Awareness Fun Walk & Run!
This Fun Walk & Run will be held at the Meskwaki Clinic. Registration at 5:00 pm and the Walk/Run starts at 5:30 pm. Route will be to the casino stop sign and back to the clinic.
There will be t-shirts while supplies last and food and water will also be served!
Contact Kathy or Danelle for questions (641) 484-4094.

Meskwaki Youth Program is proud to announce the Veterans Day Powwow Princess and Brave Contest!
Applications are now being accepted for the Princess and Brave contest. The application and picture deadline is October 18, 2019. Applicants must be from 10-17 years of age, and a descendant of a Meskwaki Veteran. You can apply online at > , https://forms.gle/Li71Sgxcf2CrN4Zf6 .
For questions please contact MYP at (641) 484-5369.

Washington University at St. Louis will be on-site at Meskwaki Higher Education Offices on Friday, October 18, 2019.
Their primary focus is to engage with students about the possibility of becoming a student in the School of Social Work. They have a full-ride scholarship and many other funding opportunities for Native American students.
Please stop by the MHEP Office between 11:30 am and 1:00 pm on Friday, October 18th.

Diabetes Program and Food Sovereignty Present – HARVEST HIGHLIGHT
Join us for harvesting the produce from the Kinship Garden – you take home what you harvest!
Wednesday, October 23rd at the Kinship Garden (located behind the east side of the Health Clinic).
Questions? Contact the Health clinic at (641) 484-9400 or Natural Resources at (641) 484-9584.

Meskwaki Alcohol and Drug Abuse Center Presents… “An Evening with Mary Black and Blain Constant”.
Thursday, October 24th from 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm at the Tama Civic Center (305 Siegel St, Tama, IA 52339).
Mary and Blain are returning to the Meskwaki Settlement for an encore to their Red Ribbon Week performance. This Indigenous duo uses motivational songs and stories to deliver their culturally-relevant message on preventing drug and alcohol abuse by sharing their personal journeys of hope and healing.
There will be a FREE community meal for those who attend this event. We hope to see you there!

Join the Diabetes Program and Food Sovereignty as they host the Harvest Highlight on Monday, October 28th! Harvest Highlight will be from 4:00-5:30 pm at the Kinship Garden (located behind the Health Clinic).
Join us as we harvest the produce from the Kinship Garden – you take home what you harvest!
Questions? Contact the Health Clinic at (641) 484-9400 or Natural Resources at (6410 484-9584.

The Meskwaki Travel Plaza will be hosting their Trunk or Treat event on Tuesday, October 29th from 5:00 – 7:00 pm at the Meskwaki Travel Plaza.
Judging will begin at 6:00 pm. There will be three (3) categories – Most Original, Scariest, and Funniest. The winners of each category will receive $100.00. *All participants will receive a free bowl of chili!
This is a free event and open to all community members.
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Nominations Meeting
7:00 pm
Nominations Meeting
@ Meskwaki Tribal Center - Gymnasium
Oct 1 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
![]() NOMINATIONS: The Nomination process for the General Election will determine the candidates for the Primary Election. The nomination process for the Special Election will also be determined on this date. There will be a Nominations … Continue reading Nominations Meeting
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Hydrant Flushing Week
8:00 am
Hydrant Flushing Week
Oct 2 @ 8:00 am – Oct 6 @ 4:00 pm
![]() During the first week of October (2nd – 6th) Meskwaki Public Works will be conducting their biannual Hydrant Flushing week on the Meskwaki Settlement. Hydrant Flushing is done twice a year to enhance water quality … Continue reading Hydrant Flushing Week
Diabetes Program Fun Walk/Run
5:00 pm
Diabetes Program Fun Walk/Run
@ Meskwaki Health Clinic
Oct 2 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
![]() The Diabetes Program will be hosting a Fun Walk/Run on Wednesday, October 2nd at the Meskwaki Health Clinic. Registration will begin at 5:00 pm and the Walk/Run will start at 5:30 pm! This year the … Continue reading Diabetes Program Fun Walk/Run
Tribal Council Meeting
5:00 pm
Tribal Council Meeting
@ Tribal Chambers
Oct 2 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
![]() A Tribal Council Meeting has been scheduled for Wednesday, October 2, 2019. This meeting will be held in the Tribal Chambers and begin at 5:00 pm. Enrolled Tribal Members are welcome and encouraged to attend. … Continue reading Tribal Council Meeting
Second Nominations Meeting (If Needed)
7:00 pm
Second Nominations Meeting (If Needed)
@ Meskwaki Tribal Center - Gymnasium
Oct 2 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
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Guest Speaker: Caitlin Silveira – Mental Health
12:00 pm
Guest Speaker: Caitlin Silveira – Mental Health
@ Meskwaki Senior Services
Oct 3 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
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Halloween Committee Meeting
2:00 pm
Halloween Committee Meeting
@ Tribal Chambers
Oct 3 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
![]() Join us on Thursday, October 3rd at 2:00 pm in the Tribal Chambers for a Halloween Committee Meeting! Agenda will be to discuss and finalize details for the 2019 Meskwaki Community Halloween Masquerade. This meeting … Continue reading Halloween Committee Meeting
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Fall Community Clean-Up
8:00 am
Fall Community Clean-Up
Oct 7 @ 8:00 am – Oct 11 @ 4:30 pm
![]() Its almost time for the Community Fall Clean-Up! October 7 – 11, 2019 (*ROUTE: West Village, North of Hwy 30, South of Hwy 30, H Ave) Please sort items in two piles and place near … Continue reading Fall Community Clean-Up
Senior Walking
1:00 pm
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Primary Election for the General Election
8:00 am
Primary Election for the General Election
@ Meskwaki Tribal Center - Gymnasium
Oct 8 @ 8:00 am – 8:00 pm
![]() PRIMARY ELECTIONS: A Primary Election for the General Election will be held at the Tribal Gymnasium on Tuesday, OCTOBER 8, 2019 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Names appearing on the ballots shall be a … Continue reading Primary Election for the General Election
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Bingo
1:00 pm
Wabikoni Workshop
5:00 pm
Wabikoni Workshop
@ Health Clinic Kitchen
Oct 9 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
![]() Join the Diabetes Program and Food Sovereignty for a workshop on Wednesday, October 9th that’s all about Wabikoni! We will learn how to process for drying and freezing, how to save seeds, and how … Continue reading Wabikoni Workshop
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Senior Walking
1:00 pm
Tama & Toledo Indigenous Peoples Day Signing Ceremony
6:00 pm
Tama & Toledo Indigenous Peoples Day Signing Ceremony
@ Reinig Civic Center
Oct 14 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
![]() Cities of Tama and Toledo to issue joint proclamation in honor of Indigenous Peoples Day. Toledo, IA, October 8 – The cities of Tama, IA and Toledo, IA will come together to jointly proclaim Monday, … Continue reading Tama & Toledo Indigenous Peoples Day Signing Ceremony
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General Election
8:00 am
General Election
@ Meskwaki Tribal Center - Gymnasium
Oct 15 @ 8:00 am – 8:00 pm
![]() GENERAL ELECTIONS: The General Election hall be held at the Tribal Gymnasium on Tuesday, October 15, 2019 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Names appearing on the General Election ballots shall be a result of … Continue reading General Election
Elder’s Committee Meeting
1:00 pm
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Bloomsbury Farm Day-Trip w/ Lunch
9:00 am
Fall Festival
4:30 pm
Fall Festival
@ Meskwaki Health Clinic (SE Side)
Oct 16 @ 4:30 pm – 7:00 pm
![]() The Family Fun Night Committee will be hosting a Fall Festival on Wednesday, October 16th! This Festival will be held at the Meskwaki Health Clinic (southeast side) from 4:30 pm until 7:00 pm. Bring the … Continue reading Fall Festival
MSS Language Night
5:00 pm
MSS Language Night
@ Meskwaki Settlement School
Oct 16 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
![]() Join the MSS Language Department as they have their monthly Language Night event tonight! Language Night today, October 16th at the Meskwaki Settlement School. Supper will be served at 5:00 pm in the Commons, and Activities … Continue reading MSS Language Night
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Senior Walking
1:00 pm
Breast Cancer Awareness Fun Walk/Run
5:00 pm
Breast Cancer Awareness Fun Walk/Run
@ Meskwaki Health Clinic
Oct 17 @ 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm
![]() Join us on Thursday, Oct. 17th for Indigenous Pink Day for a Breast Cancer Awareness Fun Walk & Run! This Fun Walk & Run will be held at the Meskwaki Clinic. Registration at 5:00 pm … Continue reading Breast Cancer Awareness Fun Walk/Run
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Veterans Powwow Princess and Brave Contest Deadline
Veterans Powwow Princess and Brave Contest Deadline
Oct 18 all-day
![]() Meskwaki Youth Program is proud to announce the Veterans Day Powwow Princess and Brave Contest! Applications are now being accepted for the Princess and Brave contest. The application and picture deadline is October 18, 2019. … Continue reading Veterans Powwow Princess and Brave Contest Deadline
Plaza 9 Movie w/ Lunch
11:00 am
Washington University at St. Louis Visits Meskwaki Higher Education
11:30 am
Washington University at St. Louis Visits Meskwaki Higher Education
@ Meskwaki Higher Education Offices
Oct 18 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
![]() Washington University at St. Louis will be on-site at Meskwaki Higher Education Offices on Friday, October 18, 2019. Their primary focus is to engage with students about the possibility of becoming a student in the … Continue reading Washington University at St. Louis Visits Meskwaki Higher Education
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CANCELLED: Bingo
1:00 pm
CANCELLED: Harvest Highlight
2:46 pm
CANCELLED: Harvest Highlight
Oct 23 @ 2:46 pm – 3:46 pm
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NE Iowa Food Bag Distribution
CANCELLED: Blood Pressure / Sugar Check
11:00 am
Senior Birthday Meal
12:00 pm
MSS Parent/Teacher Conferences
4:00 pm
An Evening with Mary Black
5:30 pm
An Evening with Mary Black
@ Tama Civic Center
Oct 24 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
![]() Meskwaki Alcohol and Drug Abuse Center Presents… “An Evening with Mary Black and Blain Constant”. Thursday, October 24th from 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm at the Tama Civic Center (305 Siegel St, Tama, IA 52339). … Continue reading An Evening with Mary Black
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Bag Halloween Candy for Masqueraders @ Seniors
10:00 am
Bag Halloween Candy for Masqueraders @ Seniors
@ Meskwaki Senior Services
Oct 28 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
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Decorate Your Pumpkin @ Seniors
1:00 pm
Harvest Highlight
4:00 pm
Harvest Highlight
@ Kinship Garden (Behind Health Clinic)
Oct 28 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
![]() Join the Diabetes Program and Food Sovereignty as they host the Harvest Highlight on Monday, October 28th! Harvest Highlight will be from 4:00-5:30 pm at the Kinship Garden (located behind the Health Clinic). Join us … Continue reading Harvest Highlight
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MNR Open House
MNR Open House
@ Meskwaki Natural Resources
Oct 29 all-day
![]() Meskwaki Natural Resources will be having their Open House on Tuesday, October 29th! This will be an all-day event with more details to come! Make sure to save the date!
Seniors Halloween Party – *Prizes for Best Pumpkin!
1:00 pm
Seniors Halloween Party – *Prizes for Best Pumpkin!
@ Meskwaki Senior Services
Oct 29 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
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Trunk or Treat at Travel Plaza
5:00 pm
Trunk or Treat at Travel Plaza
@ Meskwaki Travel Plaza
Oct 29 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
![]() The Meskwaki Travel Plaza will be hosting their Trunk or Treat event on Tuesday, October 29th from 5:00 – 7:00 pm at the Meskwaki Travel Plaza. Judging will begin at 6:00 pm. There will be … Continue reading Trunk or Treat at Travel Plaza
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MSS 12:30 pm Early Dismissal
12:30 pm
Meskwaki Trick or Treat Night
5:00 pm
Meskwaki Trick or Treat Night
@ Meskwaki Settlement
Oct 30 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
![]() The Tribal Council of the Sac and Fox Tribe of the Mississippi in Iowa is please to announce Meskwaki Trick or Treat Night on Wednesday, October 30 from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm. Turn your … Continue reading Meskwaki Trick or Treat Night
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Medicare Reimbursement Check Distribution
11:00 am
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