
Meskwaki Natural Resources is excited to announcement the first buffalo meat distribution of the season! The Covid-19 pandemic caused many supply chain disruptions throughout the year and food security needs became more crucial and apparent than ever before. We are excited to be able to offer the Meskwaki Community a source of buffalo meat. Due to many disruptions however, MNR was only able to harvest about one third of what is typically done in a year. With that, we ask that you still bring reusable grocery bags to reduce the dependency on single use plastic, but we will not be offering an additional pound of meat for doing so. We want to ensure as many households gain access to this opportunity as possible. Finally, we ask that everyone in attendance wear a mask and to social distance while in line, and do not come if you are experiencing any covid-19 symptoms. Thank you to the community for the support year after year to help make this distribution a success! We hope to see you there!
Meskwaki Natural Resources is excited to announcement the first buffalo meat distribution of the season! The Covid-19 pandemic caused many supply chain disruptions throughout the year and food security needs became more crucial and apparent than ever before. We are excited to be able to offer the Meskwaki Community a source of buffalo meat. Due to many disruptions however, MNR was only able to harvest about one third of what is typically done in a year. With that, we ask that you still bring reusable grocery bags to reduce the dependency on single use plastic, but we will not be offering an additional pound of meat for doing so. We want to ensure as many households gain access to this opportunity as possible. Finally, we ask that everyone in attendance wear a mask and to social distance while in line, and do not come if you are experiencing any covid-19 symptoms. Thank you to the community for the support year after year to help make this distribution a success! We hope to see you there!

The Meskwaki Youth Development Program and Mesquakie Friends Church will be hosting a Christmas Book and PJ Drive to give to our Meskwaki Youth.
Help donate gently used or new children books and/or pj’s to give to Meskwaki youth.
You can drop off donations at the Meskwaki Tribal Center or the Mesquakie Friends Church. Donations will be accepted from November 23 until December 15.
For more information contact Tashina at (641) 484-5369.

On Tuesday, December 1st Meskwaki Natural Resources is partnering with Senior Services to provide buffalo meat to seniors and elders who were not able to access meat through the regular meat distribution. Due to the high demand and low quantities of meat, MNR set aside meat for seniors and elders to ensure they are provided a share of buffalo meat without risking covid-19 exposures or running out of meat early. The distribution will take place at the Seniors starting at 11:30am and will end at 12:30pm. This special distribution is for SENIORS and ELDERS ONLY to ensure they get a share of meat from our 2020 meat supply. Those that qualify to get meat through this special distribution include: Home bound seniors and elders, Seniors or elders that did not have relatives pick up meat for them, Seniors or elders that did not receive meat because the distribution ran out of supplies. If your name is on the list from the November 19th distribution, you do not qualify for a share of meat through Senior Services.

The next Tribal Council meeting has been scheduled to be held on Wednesday, December 2, 2020 beginning at 5:00 pm via Zoom.
Due to Covid19 and for the safety of participants, this meeting will be held via Zoom.
*Meetings are held on a bi-weekly basis.
**Meeting dates/times are subject to change at the discretion of the Tribal Chairperson.

The next Tribal Council meeting has been scheduled to be held on Tuesday, December 8, 2020 beginning at 5:00 pm via Zoom.
Due to Covid19 and for the safety of participants, this meeting will be held via Zoom.
*Meetings are held on a bi-weekly basis.
**Meeting dates/times are subject to change at the discretion of the Tribal Chairperson.

The next Tribal Council meeting has been scheduled to be held on Wednesday, December 16, 2020 beginning at 5:00 pm via Zoom.
Due to Covid19 and for the safety of participants, this meeting will be held via Zoom.
*Meetings are held on a bi-weekly basis.
**Meeting dates/times are subject to change at the discretion of the Tribal Chairperson.


Meskwaki Youth Development Program and Mesquakie Friends Church presents: Holiday Giveaway
Curbside pick-up on Wednesday, December 23, 2020 from 4:30pm until 6:30pm at the Tribal Center
*Deadline to signup is Tuesday, December 8, 2020 by 5:00pm
Parents can sign-up by logging into their MYDP Parent Portal and clicking on the ‘Activities’ tab. All Meskwaki children 12 years and younger will automatically be signed up for Marines-Toys for Tots through the Mesquakie Friends Church.
For more information or to get your parent portal login information please contact Meskwaki Youth Program t (641) 484-5369.

The Coronavirus Emergency Relief Funds Distribution will be held on Monday, December 28th and Tuesday, December 29th at the Meskwaki Tribal Center.
The first hour of both days, 8:00am – 9:00am, will be reserved for Elders ONLY, curbside assistance will also be available for Elders.
All Tribal Members beginning at 9:00 am on both Monday, Dec. 28 and Tuesday, Dec. 29.
For questions, please call the Front Desk at (641) 484-4678.
Tribal Operations (excluding the Health Clinic and Pharmacy) will be closing early today (12/29) at 12:00PM (noon) due to inclement weather.
The Health Clinic and Pharmacy will remain open during normal business hours. * If you or a family member need to be seen today, the Health Clinic is also offering tele-health (virtual) visits. Please call the Health Clinic at (641) 484-4094 to find out more/set one up. There are some technology requirements associated with it (i.e. smart phone/pc with internet, camera, and microphone, etc.).
Please drive home safely. Thank you.
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Nutrition and Wellness Series
STAY INDEPENDENT: A Healthy Aging Series
Location: Presented virtually via Zoom
Topic Covered: Three Meals a Day
To sign up call or email Jennifer Scales at the Health Clinic!
Email: jennifer.scales@meskwaki-nsn.gov
Phone: 641-484-9421

“How to Start Your Own Business”
Thursday, January 14, 2021
10:00 am – 11:30 am, CT
via Zoom, Meeting ID #872 0234 2641
Interested in becoming your own boss and starting your own business? Michael Shuman, who is working with the Meskwaki community courtesy of the Northwest Area Foundation, will lead community members in a short workshop about how to transform a passion, dream, hobby, or skill into a successful business. He will review the steps of preparing a business plan, and offer suggestions about how to get started. Come prepared with your ideas and ready to share them!
Michael Shuman an economist, attorney, author, and entrepreneur, and a leading visionary on community economics. He’s also an Adjunct Professor at Bard Business School in New York City. He has authored, coauthored, or edited ten books. His two most recent books are Put Your Money Where Your Life Is: How to Invest Locally Using Solo 401ks and Self-Directed IRAs and The Local Economy Solution: How Innovative, Self-Financing Pollinator Enterprises Can Grow Jobs and Prosperity and Local Dollars, Local Sense: How to Shift Your Money from Wall Street to Main Street.
Questions? Call Shoshonis Brown with Workforce Development at 641-484-9506.

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SettFit Challenge Final Weigh-Ins
7:30 am
SettFit Challenge Final Weigh-Ins
@ Meskwaki Health Clinic
Apr 6 @ 7:30 am – Apr 8 @ 5:00 pm
Final Weigh-Ins The final weigh-ins are during week 12 of our SettFit Challenge. To weigh-in, stop into the Health Clinic on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday – April 6th – 8th anytime between 7:30am and 5:00 … Continue reading SettFit Challenge Final Weigh-Ins
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SettFit Challenge Ends at11:59PM
SettFit Challenge Ends at11:59PM
Apr 11 all-day
Final Weigh-Ins The final weigh-ins are during week 12 of our SettFit Challenge. To weigh-in, stop into the Health Clinic on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday – April 6th – 8th anytime between 7:30am and 5:00 … Continue reading SettFit Challenge Ends at11:59PM
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Stay Independent: Exercise Your Independence – A Healthy Aging Series
12:00 pm
Stay Independent: Exercise Your Independence – A Healthy Aging Series
@ via Zoom
Apr 13 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Meskwaki Health Clinic Covid-19 Vaccination Clinic
3:00 pm
Meskwaki Health Clinic Covid-19 Vaccination Clinic
@ Meskwaki Health Clinic
Apr 13 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm
![]() OPEN TO THE PUBLIC: The Meskwaki Health Clinic is able to schedule ANYONE wishing to receive a COVID-19 vaccination 16 years old (with parental consent) and older. Clinics scheduled for the week of April 12 … Continue reading Meskwaki Health Clinic Covid-19 Vaccination Clinic
Tribal Council Meeting
5:00 pm
Tribal Council Meeting
@ via Zoom
Apr 13 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
![]() The Tribal Council meeting that was to be held on 04/07/2021 has been rescheduled for Tuesday, April 13, 2021.
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Coffee & Culture
8:00 am
Coffee & Culture
@ Lucky's Meeting Room (MBCH)
Apr 14 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am
![]() COFFEE & CULTURE Beginning April 14, 2021 Meskwaki Nation Police Department, Meskwaki Elders Circle and community elders will begin meeting every 2nd Wednesday each month from 8-10am to discuss Meskwaki life and Police life to … Continue reading Coffee & Culture
Meskwaki Health Clinic Covid-19 Vaccination Clinic
9:00 am
Meskwaki Health Clinic Covid-19 Vaccination Clinic
@ Tama Civic Center
Apr 14 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
![]() OPEN TO THE PUBLIC: The Meskwaki Health Clinic is able to schedule ANYONE wishing to receive a COVID-19 vaccination 16 years old (with parental consent) and older. Clinics scheduled for the week of April 12 … Continue reading Meskwaki Health Clinic Covid-19 Vaccination Clinic
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Community Covid-19 Vaccination Drive-Up Clinic
10:00 am
Community Covid-19 Vaccination Drive-Up Clinic
@ Meskwaki Casino - South Parking Lot
Apr 17 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
![]() The Meskwaki Health Clinic will be hosting a Covid-19 Vaccination Drive-Up Clinic for the Meskwaki Community on Saturday, April 17, 2021 from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm in the South Parking Lot of the Meskwaki … Continue reading Community Covid-19 Vaccination Drive-Up Clinic
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Virtual Walk/Run Event for Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Awareness Month
Virtual Walk/Run Event for Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Awareness Month
@ Virtual
Apr 19 – Apr 23 all-day
![]() RISE – Iowa, Meskwaki Child Care Program and Meskwaki Nation Child Support Services are hosting a Virtual Walk/Run Event for Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Awareness Month in April! The Virtual Walk/Run will be held … Continue reading Virtual Walk/Run Event for Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Awareness Month
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Diabetes Support Group
12:00 pm
Diabetes Support Group
@ via Facebook Live on Meskwaki Wellness
Apr 21 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Cooking class with Fareway Dietitan Caitlyn Ferin, RD, LD. Learn how to make Sesame Chicken Pizza and California-Style BBQ Chicken Pizza *Must sign up by April 7 at Noon. Participants will need to pick up … Continue reading Diabetes Support Group
Tribal Council Meeting
5:00 pm
Tribal Council Meeting
@ via Zoom
Apr 21 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
![]() The next scheduled Tribal Council Meeting is to be held on Wednesday, April 21, 2021 with the meeting beginning at 5:00 pm via Zoom.
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PTEC 2021 Cohort Begins
PTEC 2021 Cohort Begins
@ Workforce Development
Apr 26 all-day
![]() 2021 PTEC – Promoting Tribal Economies and Community COHORT BEGINS: April 26, 2021 – 5 openings available PTEC is a workforce program from Meskwaki Community members interested in enhancing their workplace skills and learning about … Continue reading PTEC 2021 Cohort Begins
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Coffee & Culture
8:00 am
Coffee & Culture
@ Lucky's Meeting Room (MBCH)
Apr 28 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am
![]() COFFEE & CULTURE Beginning April 14, 2021 Meskwaki Nation Police Department, Meskwaki Elders Circle and community elders will begin meeting every 2nd Wednesday each month from 8-10am to discuss Meskwaki life and Police life to … Continue reading Coffee & Culture
Take and Make on Facebook Live – Roasted Veggies
12:00 pm
Take and Make on Facebook Live – Roasted Veggies
@ via Facebook Live on Meskwaki Wellness page
Apr 28 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Take and Make Facebook Live Event – We will show you how to make Roasted Veggies! *Must sign up by April 14 at Noon. Participants must pick up ingredients on April 27 to make recipe … Continue reading Take and Make on Facebook Live – Roasted Veggies
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