
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.

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.

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

Join us for the Hunters Feast on Thursday, January 2nd from 4:00 – 7:00 pm at the Meskwaki Settlement School. This event is free and open to everyone!
Archery for ALL AGES begins at 4:00 pm in the Elementary Gym. – Sponsored by Meskwaki Natural Resources Fish and Wildlife Branch.
Meal will be served at 5:00 pm in the Commons.
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.
To help us reduce our reliance on single use paper and plastic, we ask attendees to bring their own reusable plates and utensils.
Hosted by Meskwaki Food Sovereignty Initiative.

Meskwaki Natural Resources will be having a Buffalo Meat Distribution on Tuesday, January 7th at the Tribal Center Entrance from 9:00 – 10:00 am and again later from 5:00 – 6:00 pm.
During this Holiday Meat Distribution Enrolled Members will receive 5lbs of buffalo meat! Also, you can receive one extra pound of ground meat if you bring a reusable bag! There will be ground, stew and roasts available.
Specialty parts available at South Farm include: kidney, liver, heart tongue and you can sign up for hides and skulls too!

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 Natural Resources will be having a Buffalo Meat Distribution on Tuesday, January 7th at the Tribal Center Entrance from 9:00 – 10:00 am and again later from 5:00 – 6:00 pm.
During this Holiday Meat Distribution Enrolled Members will receive 5lbs of buffalo meat! Also, you can receive one extra pound of ground meat if you bring a reusable bag! There will be ground, stew and roasts available.
Specialty parts available at South Farm include: kidney, liver, heart tongue and you can sign up for hides and skulls too!
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Holiday Expo
10:00 am
Holiday Expo
@ MBCH Convention Center
Dec 1 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
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Meskwaki Seniors 12 Days of Christmas Giveaways
Meskwaki Seniors 12 Days of Christmas Giveaways
@ Meskwaki Seniors Center
Dec 2 – Dec 6 all-day
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Finances of Caregiving Class
10:00 am
Lunch & Learns with ISU Extension and Outreach
12:00 pm
Lunch & Learns with ISU Extension and Outreach
@ Meskwaki Health Clinic
Dec 3 @ 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm
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Bingo
1:00 pm
MSS Winter Concert
6:00 pm
MSS Winter Concert
@ Meskwaki High School Gym
Dec 4 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
![]() Meskwaki Settlement School Annual Winter Concert, Wednesday, December 4th starting at 6:00 pm at the Meskwaki High School Gym.
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Seniors Minnesota/Mystic Lake Casino Trip
Meskwaki Family Services Community Holiday Party
5:00 pm
Meskwaki Family Services Community Holiday Party
@ Tribal Center Gym
Dec 5 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
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Santa Dash
9:00 am
Santa Dash
@ Meskwaki Tribal Center
Dec 7 @ 9:00 am – 10:30 am
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Annual Rabies and Mange Clinic
10:00 am
Annual Rabies and Mange Clinic
@ MSS Maintenance Building
Dec 7 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
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Meskwaki Seniors 12 Days of Christmas Giveaways
Meskwaki Seniors 12 Days of Christmas Giveaways
@ Meskwaki Seniors Center
Dec 9 – Dec 13 all-day
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Christmas Decorating
1:00 pm
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Meskwaki Seniors 12 Days of Christmas Giveaways
Meskwaki Seniors 12 Days of Christmas Giveaways
@ Meskwaki Seniors Center
Dec 12 – Dec 16 all-day
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Guest Speaker: Carol Guestchow, Big River Trading
12:00 pm
Guest Speaker: Carol Guestchow, Big River Trading
@ Meskwaki Seniors Center
Dec 12 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
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Housing Committee Meeting
5:00 pm
Housing Committee Meeting
@ Housing Department Office
Dec 12 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
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.
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Seniors Christmas Gift Exchange Deadline
8:00 am
Tribal Ops Closed
10:00 am
Tribal Ops Closed
@ Meskwaki Tribal Center
Dec 13 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
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Santa Dash
9:00 pm
Santa Dash
@ Justice Center
Dec 14 @ 9:00 pm – 11:00 pm
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Finances of Caregiving Class
10:00 am
Lunch & Learns with ISU Extension and Outreach
12:00 pm
Lunch & Learns with ISU Extension and Outreach
@ Meskwaki Health Clinic
Dec 17 @ 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm
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CANCELED: Holiday Buffalo Meat Distribution
9:00 am
CANCELED: Holiday Buffalo Meat Distribution
@ Tribal Center Entrance
Dec 18 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am
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CANCELED: Diabetes & Oral Health Meeting
5:00 pm
CANCELED: Diabetes & Oral Health Meeting
@ MBCH Convention Center
Dec 18 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
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CANCELED: Holiday Buffalo Meat Distribution
5:00 pm
CANCELED: Holiday Buffalo Meat Distribution
@ Tribal Center Entrance
Dec 18 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
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CANCELED: Tribal Council Meeting
5:00 pm
CANCELED: Tribal Council Meeting
@ Tribal Chambers
Dec 18 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
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Finances of Caregiving Class
10:00 am
Blood Pressure/Sugar Check
11:00 am
CANCELED: Birthday Meal
12:00 pm
POSTPONED: Hunter’s Feast
5:00 pm
POSTPONED: Hunter’s Feast
@ Tribal Center Gym
Dec 19 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
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CANCELED: Breakfast with Santa and Mrs Claus
8:00 am
CANCELED: Breakfast with Santa and Mrs Claus
@ Tribal Center Gym
Dec 21 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 am
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MHEP College Panel Livestream
10:00 am
MHEP College Panel Livestream
@ Meskwaki Higher Education Program
Dec 23 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
![]() 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.
Christmas Bingo
1:00 pm
Senior’s Christmas Party & Gift Exchange
1:00 pm
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MSS Winter Break – CLOSED
Nicole’s Farewell Party
12:00 pm
Nicole’s Farewell Party
@ Health Clinic Conference Room
Dec 24 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
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Tribal Operations – Closing at 12pm
12:00 pm
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Coat & Boot Giveaway
10:00 am
Coat & Boot Giveaway
@ Tribal Center Snack Bar
Dec 27 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
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Medicare Reimbursement Check Distribution
11:00 am
Senior’s New Year’s Eve Party
1:00 pm
New Year’s Eve Sobriety Powwow
6:00 pm
New Year’s Eve Sobriety Powwow
@ MSS High School Gym
Dec 31 @ 6:00 pm – 12:30 am
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