Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Nutrition and Wellness Series
STAY INDEPENDENT: A Healthy Aging Series
Location: Presented virtually via Zoom
Topic Covered: Cooking for One or Two
To sign up call or email Jennifer Scales at the Health Clinic!
Email: jennifer.scales@meskwaki-nsn.gov
Phone: 641-484-9421
Take and Make Facebook Live Event – Recipe TBD
To sign up call or email Jennifer Scales at the Health Clinic
Email: jennifer.scales@meskwaki-nsn.gov
Phone: 641-484-9421
The Tribal Council meeting previously scheduled for March 17, 2021 has been rescheduled to be held on Wednesday, March 24th beginning at 5:00 pm via Zoom.
Due to Covid-19 and safety precautions, this meeting will be held via Zoom.
**Meeting dates/times are subject to change at the discretion of the Tribal Chairperson.
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 pm.
SettFit End of Challenge
It’s hard to believe we’re almost at the end of our journey! We’re almost finished with with 11 and that leaves only 1 more week to go! The challenge officially ends at 11:59pm on Sunday, April 11th. We won’t be posting anymore leaderboard announcements until the end of the challenge. Announcement of winners will be on Wednesday, April 14th LIVE on our SettFit Facebook group at 11:00am.
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 pm.
SettFit End of Challenge
It’s hard to believe we’re almost at the end of our journey! We’re almost finished with with 11 and that leaves only 1 more week to go! The challenge officially ends at 11:59pm on Sunday, April 11th. We won’t be posting anymore leaderboard announcements until the end of the challenge. Announcement of winners will be on Wednesday, April 14th LIVE on our SettFit Facebook group at 11:00am.
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 through April 17:
- Tuesday 4/13 – Pfizer Prime, 3 PM – 7 PM at Meskwaki Health Clinic
- Wednesday 4/14 – Pfizer Prime, 9 AM – 3 PM at Tama Civic Center
- Thursday 4/15 – Pfizer Prime, 3 PM – 7 PM at Meskwaki Health Clinic
- Saturday 4/17 – Pfizer Prime, 10 AM – 2 PM at Meskwaki Casino (Drive-up)
IF YOU’D LIKE TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT, PLEASE CALL THE FOLLOWING NUMBERS:
(641) 481-1306
(641) 481-0842
(641) 481-1155 – FOR SPANISH
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 strengthen relations between the two unique cultures.
Who: Community elders, members of the Meskwaki Elders Circle, & members of the Meskwaki Nation Police Department
What: Discuss Meskwaki life and Police life to strengthen relationships between two unique cultures
When: Every 2nd Wednesday each month from 8 to 10 AM. Alternate date: last Wednesday of the month
Where: Lucky’s meeting room located at the Meskwaki Bingo Casino & Hotel (coffee provided)
Why: Increase knowledge of both cultures to grow, blend, understand and share….knowledge is power!
How: By inviting a group of like-minded individuals to a well-rounded conversation about Meskwaki and Police Culture.
*Safety Precautions: Due to the COVID 19 pandemic, please maintain safe distancing and wear a mask when consuming beverages or eating (optional/eat at own cost).
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 through April 17:
- Tuesday 4/13 – Pfizer Prime, 3 PM – 7 PM at Meskwaki Health Clinic
- Wednesday 4/14 – Pfizer Prime, 9 AM – 3 PM at Tama Civic Center
- Thursday 4/15 – Pfizer Prime, 3 PM – 7 PM at Meskwaki Health Clinic
- Saturday 4/17 – Pfizer Prime, 10 AM – 2 PM at Meskwaki Casino (Drive-up)
IF YOU’D LIKE TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT, PLEASE CALL THE FOLLOWING NUMBERS:
(641) 481-1306
(641) 481-0842
(641) 481-1155 – FOR SPANISH
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 Casino.
For more information call the Meskwaki Health Clinic at (641) 484-4094.
Meskwaki Travel Plaza will be hosting a Spring Cookout on Saturday, April 17 from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm in the Travel Plaza Parking Lot.
Purchase a hamburger or hotdog with chips and a drink for $5.00
There will also be cornhole and prizes for kids!
Also, Meskwaki OrganiX will have a booth set up to answer your questions and give out samples of their oils and topicals! Save 15% off purchases of Meskwaki OrganiX labeled items the entire day! Come early and get a t-shirt, limited quantities available.
- Participants will walk/run on their own time during the week of April 19-23.
- There will be signs posted on various routes.
- Everyone will have an opportunity to win prizes!
- Upon completion of the event, participants will be contacted to arrange the pick-up of goodie bags and/or prizes.
- *More details to come!
Call (641) 481-1306 or (641) 481-0842 or (641) 481-1155 for Spanish
The Meskwaki Health Clinic is offering the COVID-19 vaccination to ANYONE 16 years old and older.
If you’d like to schedule an appointment, please call (641) 481-1306 or (641) 481-0842
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 their ingredients on April 20th to make recipes at home.
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.
The Meskwaki Health Clinic is offering the COVID-19 vaccination to ANYONE 16 years old and older.
This vaccination clinic is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Walk-ins welcome!
If you’d like to schedule an appointment, please call (641) 481-1306 or (641) 481-0842!
The Meskwaki Health Clinic is offering the COVID-19 vaccination to ANYONE 16 years old and older.
If you’d like to schedule an appointment, please call (641) 481-1306 or (641) 481-0842
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 food, farming and related business.
Who is eligible?
- Meskwaki Tribal Community members and other Native Americans within the community are invited.
Important details to know:
- Accepting applications for five (5) openings
- Longer season, through November
- 3 positions at Red Earth Gardens (REG)
- 2 positions at Food Sovereignty
- 20 hours of classroom training
- On-the-job training for duration
- Transportation available
- Certification upon successful completion of program
Application/intake forms are available at the Tribal Center Front Desk and HR Office.
Completed applications can be returned to the Workforce Development Office located at: 3134 H Ave, Tama IA 52339.
In an effort to mitigate the spread of Covid-19 within our valued tribal community, interested persons are highly encouraged to get vaccinated. PTEC and the Workforce Development office will continue to follow all protocols such as requiring masks at all times, checking temperatures when visiting tribal offices, socially distancing and frequent hand washing.
If you have any questions please contact Stephanie Snow, Workforce Education Coordinate at (641) 481-1855.
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 strengthen relations between the two unique cultures.
Who: Community elders, members of the Meskwaki Elders Circle, & members of the Meskwaki Nation Police Department
What: Discuss Meskwaki life and Police life to strengthen relationships between two unique cultures
When: Every 2nd Wednesday each month from 8 to 10 AM. Alternate date: last Wednesday of the month
Where: Lucky’s meeting room located at the Meskwaki Bingo Casino & Hotel (coffee provided)
Why: Increase knowledge of both cultures to grow, blend, understand and share….knowledge is power!
How: By inviting a group of like-minded individuals to a well-rounded conversation about Meskwaki and Police Culture.
*Safety Precautions: Due to the COVID 19 pandemic, please maintain safe distancing and wear a mask when consuming beverages or eating (optional/eat at own cost).
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 at home!
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Stay Independent: A Healthy Aging Series – Cooking for One or Two
@ via ZOOM
Stay Independent: A Healthy Aging Series – Cooking for One or Two
@ via ZOOM
Mar 24 @ 12:00 pm
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Nutrition and Wellness Series STAY INDEPENDENT: A Healthy Aging Series Location: Presented virtually via Zoom Topic Covered: Cooking for One or Two To sign up call or email Jennifer … Continue reading Stay Independent: A Healthy Aging Series – Cooking for One or Two
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Take and Make Facebook Live Event – Recipe TBD
@ Facebook Live - Meskwaki Wellness FB Page
Take and Make Facebook Live Event – Recipe TBD
@ Facebook Live - Meskwaki Wellness FB Page
Mar 24 @ 2:00 pm
Take and Make Facebook Live Event – Recipe TBD To sign up call or email Jennifer Scales at the Health Clinic Email: jennifer.scales@meskwaki-nsn.gov Phone: 641-484-9421
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Tribal Council Meeting
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Tribal Council Meeting
@ via Zoom
Mar 24 @ 5:00 pm
The Tribal Council meeting previously scheduled for March 17, 2021 has been rescheduled to be held on Wednesday, March 24th beginning at 5:00 pm via Zoom. Due to Covid-19 and safety precautions, this meeting will … Continue reading Tribal Council Meeting
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