BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//News from Native California - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for News from Native California REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260213T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260213T150000 DTSTAMP:20260502T145210 CREATED:20260211T215309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T215309Z UID:17817-1770984000-1770994800@newsfromnativecalifornia.com SUMMARY:Two Spirit Elder Listen & Learn Lunch DESCRIPTION:🌟 Join Gay American Indians (GAI) for a special event honoring Two Spirit Elders during BAAITS Powwow week. This event is a welcoming space to listen\, learn\, and celebrate our #TwoSpirit Elders with community and good food. FEATURING: Complimentary Lunch\, Talking Circle\, Out of Town Special Guests\, Two Spirit Performances\, and much more! TwoSpirit Elder Listen & Learn Lunch \n🗓 Friday\, February 13\, 2026 🕛 12 PM – 3 PM \n📍 Waller Urban Retreat Center 1525 Waller St at Belvedere\, Haight Ashbury\, San Francisco. All are welcome\, especially those committed to Indigenous\, LGBTQ+\, and intergenerational solidarity. Come enjoy a delicious lunch\, uplifting stories\, and meaningful connection. \n📞 For questions or to perform\, contact Randy Burns\, GAI co-founder\, at 650-359-6473. \nVolunteers are needed for: \n\nWelcoming elders and setting up the space \nServing lunch and dinner tending to the flow of the events \nCleanup and closing support \nHolding space with warmth and respect. \n\n To help cook on Friday at the Listen & Learn Lunch\, please contact Sky Nebula at +1 (206) 422-9636. URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/two-spirit-elder-listen-learn-lunch/ LOCATION:Waller Urban Retreat Center\, 1525 Waller Street at Belvedere Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94117\, United States CATEGORIES:Community,Elders,Listening Session,Lunch,Talk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260129T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260129T120000 DTSTAMP:20260502T145211 CREATED:20260128T203901Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T203901Z UID:17804-1769677200-1769688000@newsfromnativecalifornia.com SUMMARY:CIOSC 19: From Transition to Triumph DESCRIPTION:is happening this Thursday from 9am-12pm PST over zoom! We are excited to hear from our speakers across our three presenter sessions as they speak on supporting our community during times of transition\, and strengthening one another into new phases of life. CIOSC is open to community members\, program staff\, clinicians\, and beyond! Transitional Age Youth Programs Storytelling to Reduce Stigma Community Data SovereigntyWe hope you’re able to join us! Registration is always free and open to all; register now at bit.ly/CIOSC19 or at the link in our bio. URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/ciosc-19-from-transition-to-triumph/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Talk,Training,Webinar,Workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251123T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251123T170000 DTSTAMP:20260502T145211 CREATED:20251120T211335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T211335Z UID:17626-1763899200-1763917200@newsfromnativecalifornia.com SUMMARY:Rise Resist Reclaim DESCRIPTION:🌟 Here’s your guide to Rise\, Resist\, Reclaim! \nFind out what organizations and vendors are going to be there\, and learn more about our panelists!!** \nWe can’t wait to see you this Sunday!!\n📅 Nov. 23rd\, 2025 | 🕠 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM\n📍 The Ebell Club Long Beach (290 Cerritos Ave. #203\, Long Beach\, CA) \n*Vend0r applications are now full.  \n**Entrance is first come\, first served basis for registered guests only. \n\nRegister Here! \nSign up to volunteer here! \n  \n \n  \n  \n  URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/rise-resist-reclaim/ LOCATION:The Ebell Club Long Beach\, 290 Cerritos Avenue #203\, Long Beach\, CA\, 90802\, United States CATEGORIES:Community,Gathering,Market,Musical Performance,Native Arts,Presentation,Raffle,Speaker,Talk,Volunteer,Wellness END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251122T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251122T160000 DTSTAMP:20260502T145211 CREATED:20251120T043054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T043054Z UID:17614-1763816400-1763827200@newsfromnativecalifornia.com SUMMARY:From Erasure to Rematriation: A Journey of Healing and Reclamation DESCRIPTION:Join Redwood Day School\, Good Guest Dimond\, and Sogorea Te’ Land Trust for a day of learning and exchange. \nWith Keynote speaker Corrina Gould\, Lisjan Nation Tribal chairperson\, youth presentations\, refreshments and more! \nSaturday 11/22/25\n1:00-4:00pm\nRedwood Day School \n* RSVP* http://bit.ly/redwoodday  URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/from-erasure-to-rematriation-a-journey-of-healing-and-reclamation/ LOCATION:Redwood Day School\, 3245 Sheffield Avenue\, Oakland\, CA\, 94602\, United States CATEGORIES:Discussion,Presentation,Speaker,Talk,Youth END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251114T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251114T193000 DTSTAMP:20260502T145211 CREATED:20251103T205735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T205735Z UID:17550-1763141400-1763148600@newsfromnativecalifornia.com SUMMARY:PĂĄ'Čapa: A Mt. Rubidoux Story DESCRIPTION:Join us for a FREE SCREENING of Pá’Čapa: A Mt. Rubidoux Story\, followed by a filmmaker’s talk to discuss the development of their documentary and the sacredness of Mt. Rubidoux. \nFilmmakers Talk Featuring Dr. Daisy Ocampo\, Rosy Aranda\, Lorene Sisquoc\, Blossom Maciel \nEventbrite Sign Up Here URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/pacapa-a-mt-rubidoux-story/ LOCATION:Civil Rights Institute Inland Southern California\, 3933 Mission Inn Avenue\, Ste 102\, Riverside\, CA\, 92501\, United States CATEGORIES:Film Screening,Talk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251113T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251113T160000 DTSTAMP:20260502T145211 CREATED:20251107T050529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T050529Z UID:17572-1763049600-1763049600@newsfromnativecalifornia.com SUMMARY:Land Back / Back to Land DESCRIPTION:Learn about Indigenous women-led land restoration\, cultural regeneration and rematriation work with Corrina Gould\, Lisjan Nation Tribal Chairwoman and Sogorea Te’ Land Trust Co-Founder. \nThursday November 13\, 2025. 4:00 pm\nAlameda Main Library\, Main Branch\,\n1150 Oak St. Alameda\nStafford Meeting Room\, Side B \nNo Registration Required! All Are Welcome! URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/land-back-back-to-land/ LOCATION:Alameda Main Library\, Main Branch\, 1150 Oak Street\, Alameda\, CA\, 94501\, United States CATEGORIES:Community,Education,Talk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250812T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250812T123000 DTSTAMP:20260502T145211 CREATED:20250705T163723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250705T163836Z UID:17166-1754992800-1755001800@newsfromnativecalifornia.com SUMMARY:Going Beyond Land Acknowledgements Workshop DESCRIPTION:Redbud Resource Group’s Going Beyond Land Acknowledgements Workshop\nHave you ever felt stuck when trying to build relationships with tribes? Do you recognize the importance of Indigenous land stewardship but struggle to know where to start? Are you ready to move beyond performative gestures and take real steps toward meaningful partnerships with Native communities? \nJoin Rose Hammock (Pomo\, Wailacki\, Maidu) and Sheridan Noelani Enomoto (Kanaka Maoli) of Redbud Resource Group for an interactive 2.5 hour workshop for individuals seeking to grow their allyship with Native peoples. Participants learn about the strengths and limitations of land acknowledgements and explore concrete\, action-oriented strategies for building connections with Native communities and organizations. \nRegister here: https://www.redbudresourcegroup.org/event-details/masterclass-going-beyond-land-acknowledgements-august-12th-2025?utm_campaign=cfa7b527-edf5-4413-988e-3c0cb02299ec&utm_source=so&utm_medium=mail&cid=890218d0-4655-4f1a-acd2-5bedab9d5e19 URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/17166/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Community,Day of action,Education,Online Event,Talk,Virtual,Webinar,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/unnamed-30.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Redbud Resource Group":MAILTO:​​info@redbudresourcegroup.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250812T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250812T123000 DTSTAMP:20260502T145211 CREATED:20250604T030033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T030033Z UID:17070-1754992800-1755001800@newsfromnativecalifornia.com SUMMARY:Going Beyond Land Acknowledgements Workshop! DESCRIPTION:Have you ever felt stuck when trying to build relationships with tribes? Do you recognize the importance of Indigenous land stewardship but struggle to know where to start? \nAre you ready to move beyond performative gestures and take real steps toward meaningful partnerships with Native communities? \nJoin Rose Hammock (Pomo\, Wailacki\, Maidu) and Sheridan Noelani Enomoto (Kanaka Maoli) of Redbud Resource Group for an interactive 2.5 hour workshop for individuals seeking to grow their allyship with Native peoples. Participants learn about the strengths and limitations of land acknowledgements and explore concrete\, action-oriented strategies for building connections with Native communities and organizations. \nRegister here: https://www.redbudresourcegroup.org/event-details/masterclass-going-beyond-land-acknowledgements-august-12th-2025 URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/going-beyond-land-acknowledgements-workshop/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event,Speaker,Talk,Virtual,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/unnamed-19.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Redbud Resource Group":MAILTO:​​info@redbudresourcegroup.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250807T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250807T120000 DTSTAMP:20260502T145211 CREATED:20250705T161540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250705T162933Z UID:17163-1754560800-1754568000@newsfromnativecalifornia.com SUMMARY:K-8 Teachers' Workshop DESCRIPTION:K-8 Educators! Hoping to integrate Indigenous perspectives into your classroom? Join Trelasa Baratta (Middletown Rancheria of Pomo Indians) of Redbud Resource Group for an interactive session designed to help you! \nKey Takeaways from this Training: \n\n\nUnderstand the purpose and practice of land acknowledgments \n\nIncorporate place-based learning rooted in local Indigenous knowledge\nApply the 6 P’s of Indigenous Education to foster empathy and connection\nAccess free\, ready-to-use resources and culturally informed lesson ideas\n\nThrough storytelling\, children’s literature\, interactive reflection and Q&A\, you’ll gain tools to create more meaningful connections between students\, community\, and the land. \nRegister here: https://www.redbudresourcegroup.org/event-details/amplifying-native-voices-in-the-classroom-native-perspectives-everyday-lessons-3?utm_campaign=cfa7b527-edf5-4413-988e-3c0cb02299ec&utm_source=so&utm_medium=mail&cid=890218d0-4655-4f1a-acd2-5bedab9d5e19 URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/k-8-teachers-workshop-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Community,Education,Online Event,Speaker,Talk,Virtual,Webinar,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/unnamed-29.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Redbud Resource Group":MAILTO:​​info@redbudresourcegroup.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250807T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250807T120000 DTSTAMP:20260502T145211 CREATED:20250604T025327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T025327Z UID:17066-1754560800-1754568000@newsfromnativecalifornia.com SUMMARY:K-8 Teachers' Workshop! DESCRIPTION:K-8 Educators! Hoping to integrate Indigenous perspectives into your classroom? Join Trelasa Baratta (Middletown Rancheria of Pomo Indians) of Redbud Resource Group for an interactive session designed to help you! \nKey Takeaways from this Training: \n\n\nUnderstand the purpose and practice of land acknowledgments \n\nIncorporate place-based learning rooted in local Indigenous knowledge\nApply the 6 P’s of Indigenous Education to foster empathy and connection\nAccess free\, ready-to-use resources and culturally informed lesson ideas\n\nThrough storytelling\, children’s literature\, interactive reflection and Q&A\, you’ll gain tools to create more meaningful connections between students\, community\, and the land. \nRegister here: https://www.redbudresourcegroup.org/event-details/amplifying-native-voices-in-the-classroom-native-perspectives-everyday-lessons-3?utm_campaign=0062cdfb-2768-435e-aa39-bb1aa5af8862&utm_source=so&utm_medium=mail&cid=890218d0-4655-4f1a-acd2-5bedab9d5e19 URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/k-8-teachers-workshop/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Class,Day of action,Discussion,Education,Lecture,Online Event,Seminar,Speaker,Talk,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/unnamed-17.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Redbud Resource Group":MAILTO:​​info@redbudresourcegroup.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250725T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250727T130000 DTSTAMP:20260502T145211 CREATED:20250629T011709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250629T011709Z UID:17145-1753462800-1753621200@newsfromnativecalifornia.com SUMMARY:2025 INDIGI-CON DESCRIPTION:A 2-Day Free Family Friendly Community Event\, Showcasing Indigenous Comic Authors & Artists. Presented by Indigenous Futures Institute\, in collaboration with Eyaay Ahuun Foundation and University of California Humanities Research Institute. \nJoin the organization for a celebration of Indigenous sequential art! Indigi-Con features two panels of Native artists and writers\, followed by a mixer with the Afro-Futurism Lounge on Friday. Sunday’s workshop + discussion with California Native comic book creators encourages kids of all ages to attend. All events are free and open to the public. \n\n\nReserve your seat for specific talks here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-indigi-con-tickets-1417363084139?aff=oddtdtcreator URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/2025-indigi-con/ LOCATION:UC San Diego Park & Market\, 1100 Market St\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101 CATEGORIES:Artist Talk,Author Talk,Book Talk,Community,Meet and Greet,Native Arts,Panel,Speaker,Talk,Workshop,Youth END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250723T033000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250723T163000 DTSTAMP:20260502T145211 CREATED:20250717T173903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T174150Z UID:17266-1753241400-1753288200@newsfromnativecalifornia.com SUMMARY:Berkeley Public Library: Talk with mak-'amham/Cafe Ohlone Founders DESCRIPTION:Learn about Living Ohlone culture while enjoying tea and a treat at Claremont Branch Library. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery month\, join mak-‘amham/Cafe Ohlone founders Vincent Medina and Louis Trevino as they discuss a topic related to East Bay Ohlone culture\, experiences\, and community. Through this partnership\, the Berkeley community can learn about and celebrate East Bay Ohlone culture as a vital\, vibrant part of the Bay Area’s past\, present\, and future. Tea and a snack will be served. \nThis event is being held at the Claremont Branch Library on Benvenue Avenue at Ashby Avenue. \nRegistration is required for this event and in-person sessions are limited to 25 guests due to space constraints. Doors open at 3:30pm URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/17266/ LOCATION:Berkeley Public Library – Claremont Branch\, 2940 Benvenue Ave\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94705 CATEGORIES:Native Arts,Native Food Tasting,Talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/cafe-olone.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250718T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250718T160000 DTSTAMP:20260502T145211 CREATED:20250514T191617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T191852Z UID:17014-1752832800-1752854400@newsfromnativecalifornia.com SUMMARY:Indigenous Science Camp at SumĂȘg Village DESCRIPTION:Local Tribes and Non-profits are hosting a free Youth & Families Indigenous Science Camp on July 18th at Sue-Meg State Park from 10am to 4pm. Additional details will be emailed to all registrants prior to the event. Lunch and snacks will be provided. July 18th will include activities\, a tour and hands on learning.  There will be a overnight camping option with tent spaces available\, camping accommodations will be your own responsibility. **If you have dietary restrictions or allergies\, please bring food for yourself. It is no guaranteed that there will be something that will fit all restrictions. \n  \nSign ups: tinyurl.com/SueMeg-ScienceCamp-Register URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/indigenous-science-camp-at-sumeg-village/ LOCATION:Sumeg Village\, 4150 Patricks Point Dr\, Trinidad\, California\, 95570 CATEGORIES:Community,Cultural Demonstrations,Education,Elders,Food Sovereignty,Speaker,Story Sharing,Talk,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/n8-summer-camp.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250501T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250501T130000 DTSTAMP:20260502T145211 CREATED:20250429T024812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T024812Z UID:16953-1746100800-1746104400@newsfromnativecalifornia.com SUMMARY:AICLS Language Revitalization Symposium DESCRIPTION:Pit River Language Journey \nAICLS Language Revitalization Symposium\, Thursday May 1\, 12-1pm. \nThe organization invites you to a language revitalization talk with Radley Davis (Illmawi\, Winnemem\, Maidu & Miwok). \nRegister here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/DFmi1EYjSy2A3ba_UUM0Bg URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/aicls-language-revitalization-symposium/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Online Event,Speaker,Speaker Series,Symposium,Talk,Virtual,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/radley-davis.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250427T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250427T130000 DTSTAMP:20260502T145211 CREATED:20250127T175755Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T175755Z UID:16305-1745757000-1745758800@newsfromnativecalifornia.com SUMMARY:Sand Acknowledgment in Action: Lazaro Arvizu Jr. DESCRIPTION:Sand Acknowledgment in action with flute-playing and artist-facilitated meditation in the installation space\, focused on the meaning of the sand painting in the exhibition Fire Kinship: Southern California Native Ecology and Art. \nLazaro Arvizu Jr. is an artist\, educator\, musician\, and researcher dedicated to the culture of the first people of Los Angeles. Born in the Los Angeles Basin\, he is knowledgeable about the landscape and cosmology of the Gabrieleno culture. For over 20 years\, he has facilitated creative and meaningful cultural experiences for people of all ages and walks of life\, in many venues. URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/sand-acknowledgment-in-action-lazaro-arvizu-jr-4/ LOCATION:Fowler Museum at UCLA\, 308 Charles E Young Dr N\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90024\, United States CATEGORIES:Artist Talk,Native Arts,Talk,Tending the Land ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/1-26_lazzaro.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250423T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250423T170000 DTSTAMP:20260502T145211 CREATED:20250409T171958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T014205Z UID:16866-1745424000-1745427600@newsfromnativecalifornia.com SUMMARY:Design and Politics in Transition - featuring Terria Smith DESCRIPTION:Desgin and Politics in Transition – UC San Diego Design Lab Series\nApril 23\, 2025 4-5 pm – Terria Smith\, Heyday Berkeley Roundhouse\nTerria Smith is a tribal member of the Torres Martinez Desert Cahuilla Indians. For almost ten years she has been working as the editor of News From Native California\, a quarterly magazine devoted to the vibrant cultures\, art\, languages\, histories\, social justice movements\, and stories of California’s diverse Indian peoples. Terria is also the director of California Indian Publishing at Heyday. She is the editor of the 2023 anthology Know We Are Here: Voices of Native California resistance. For the past twenty years\, Terria has been a member of the Indigenous Journalists Association (formally the Native American Journalists Association) and is an alumna of University of California Berkeley Graduate School of Journalism. \nHow to get to the Design and Innovation Building on the UC San Diego campus \nClick here to RSVP. \nClick here for information about transportation options to get to the Design and Innovation Building. \nIf you are experiencing any COVID-like symptoms the day of the event\, please join remotely. \nPart of an ongoing series held every Wednesday 4-5 pm throughout Spring 2025. URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/design-and-politics-in-transition-featuring-terria-smith/ LOCATION:UC San Diego\, 9500 Gilman Dr.\, La Jolla\, CA\, United States CATEGORIES:Discussion,Education,Speaker,Talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/D@L-Spring-2025-Poster-scaled.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="UC San Diego Design Lab":MAILTO:designlab@ucsd.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250422T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250422T133000 DTSTAMP:20260502T145211 CREATED:20250421T055812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T055812Z UID:16934-1745325000-1745328600@newsfromnativecalifornia.com SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Earth Day with Gerald Clarke DESCRIPTION:This Earth Day\, Cahuilla artist Gerald Clarke—featured in the Fire Kinship exhibition—will discuss traditional ecological knowledge as the foundation for an Indigenous understanding of the world\, our relationship to fire\, and his artistic practice. \nGerald Clarke is a visual artist\, educator\, tribal leader\, and cultural practitioner whose family has lived in the Anza Valley since time immemorial. An enrolled citizen of the Cahuilla Band of Indians\, Clarke lives in the home built by his grandfather (c. 1940) on the Cahuilla Indian Reservation and oversees the Clarke family cattle ranch. He also is a professor of ethnic studies at the University of California\, Riverside\, where he teaches classes in Native American art\, history\, and culture. As a visual artist\, he has exhibited extensively; and his work can be seen in numerous shows and major museum collections. URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/lunch-learn-earth-day-with-gerald-clarke/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Artist Talk,Online Event,Talk,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/clarke.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250408T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250408T140000 DTSTAMP:20260502T145211 CREATED:20250402T220551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T220551Z UID:16816-1744113600-1744120800@newsfromnativecalifornia.com SUMMARY:Water Protection Speaker Series: Episode 4 DESCRIPTION:Join the organization Tuesday\, April 8 for Episode 4 of their Water Protection Speaker Series! \nEpisode 4: April 8 | 12pm\nFinding Your Voice: How to Take Action \nRegister at: tinyurl.com/WP-SpeakerSeries-Register \nSpeakers: \nMargo Robbins comes from the traditional Yurok village of Morek\, and is an enrolled member of the Yurok Tribe. She is the co-founder and Executive Director of the Cultural Fire Management Council\, co-lead of the Indigenous Peoples Burn Network\, and board member for the Indigenous Stewardship Network. She graduated from Humboldt State University and resides on the Yurok reservation in far northern California. She gathers and prepares traditional food and medicine\, is a cultural fire practitioner\, a basket weaver\, regalia maker\, a mom\, and a grandma. \nDanielle Frank is a Hupa tribal member and Yurok descendant. Born during the beginning of a 20-year resistance to Undam the Klamath River\, Danielle grew up learning from strong Indigenous activists. In high school Frank helped create the Hoopa Valley High School Water protectors club and participated in the creation of Save California Salmon’s Advocacy and Water Protection in Native California curriculum and was their first Youth Coordinator. In 2022\, Danielle accepted the title of Miss Na:tini-xwe’ from the Hoopa Tribe. Frank is currently working as the native youth coordinator for Native Americans in Philanthropy\, and as Director of Development and Community Relations for Rios to Rivers. URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/water-protection-speaker-series-episode-4/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Speaker Series,Talk,Tending the Land ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/water-protection-series.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250404T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250404T123000 DTSTAMP:20260502T145211 CREATED:20250402T214141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T214141Z UID:16809-1743764400-1743769800@newsfromnativecalifornia.com SUMMARY:Two Spirit Lecture: Being in Good Relations DESCRIPTION:This talk with Harlan Pruden and Dr. Jason Hockaday explores the rich history of sexualities\, genders\, and roles in Indigenous communities and how they have persisted through colonization. It examines the impact of colonization on Two-Spirit peoples\, who were displaced from their sacred roles and the ongoing work to restore their honor and dignity. We’ll discuss the intersection of gender\, sexuality\, and spirituality in supporting Two-Spirit communities\, as well as their resistance to state and societal violence. \nAttend in person at Cal Poly Humboldt\, CRGS 108. \nRegister here for Zoom link option: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc44W4E4EiUaXUGlBsAP-QVaHOR-WshTM1P8doSKaWTVvBPhA/viewform?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2Ut_BtnQqqhRpVxuoOXkCYoDmsFb-pVjIFJNa3VXVxCzUnAPR665oVH8A_aem_cmdvnqrLH7hXtBLrvCTbdg URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/two-spirit-lecture-being-in-good-relations/ LOCATION:Cal Poly Humboldt BSS\, Union St\, Arcata\, California\, 95521 CATEGORIES:Pride,Talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/two-spirit-lecture.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250321T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250321T153000 DTSTAMP:20260502T145211 CREATED:20250321T045748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T045748Z UID:16711-1742560200-1742571000@newsfromnativecalifornia.com SUMMARY:We Are the Middle of Forever DESCRIPTION:Join the university for an Important Conversation on Indigenous Issues – WE ARE THE MIDDLE OF FOREVER \nUpcoming event at CSU Monterey Bay\, hosted by OC3! This is an opportunity to dive into critical discussions about Indigenous histories\, rights\, and contemporary movements. Let’s challenge narratives\, uplift Indigenous voices\, and explore ways to be in right relationship with the land and its original peoples. \nGuest Speakers: Stan Rusworth\, Kanyon Sayers-Roods\, and Gregg Castro \nRSVP & Details: https://myraft.csumb.edu/OC3/rsvp_boot?id=1952553&fbclid=IwY2xjawI-J2lleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHdXKV71I9Y4r2p_oBFbp0Q7OLWnwOldlZgRqJNRMt_CQhYTMXt5vixEQEA_aem_PVMdEZI0O7I6fvGmhh_mxg URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/we-are-the-middle-of-forever/ LOCATION:CSU Monteray Bay\, 5108 Fourth Avenue\, Marina\, California\, 93933 CATEGORIES:Community,Discussion,Education,Talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/we-are-the-middle.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250320T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250320T130000 DTSTAMP:20260502T145211 CREATED:20250319T202614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T202614Z UID:16686-1742472000-1742475600@newsfromnativecalifornia.com SUMMARY:AICLS Language Revitalization Lunch Hour Symposium: James Yee DESCRIPTION:Online community language class: Challenges\, opportunities\, and hopes in the midst of diaspora \nAICLS online talk\, presented by James Yee (alap kaswaa)\, will discuss the alap kaswaa (barbareño chumash) online classes. He will describe success\, challenges\, and hopes for the future represented in the community’s online language class. \nRegister here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/dVw26cDVRgezTw4z57J11w#/registration URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/aicls-language-revitalization-lunch-hour-symposium-james-yee/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Community,Education,Online Event,Speaker,Speaker Series,Talk,Virtual,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/james-yee-aicls.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250316T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250316T143000 DTSTAMP:20260502T145211 CREATED:20250127T175335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T175613Z UID:16303-1742130000-1742135400@newsfromnativecalifornia.com SUMMARY:Sand Acknowledgment in Action: Lazaro Arvizu Jr. DESCRIPTION:Sand Acknowledgment in action with flute-playing and artist-facilitated meditation in the installation space\, focused on the meaning of the sand painting in the exhibition Fire Kinship: Southern California Native Ecology and Art. \nLazaro Arvizu Jr. is an artist\, educator\, musician\, and researcher dedicated to the culture of the first people of Los Angeles. Born in the Los Angeles Basin\, he is knowledgeable about the landscape and cosmology of the Gabrieleno culture. For over 20 years\, he has facilitated creative and meaningful cultural experiences for people of all ages and walks of life\, in many venues. URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/sand-acknowledgment-in-action-lazaro-arvizu-jr-3/ LOCATION:Fowler Museum at UCLA\, 308 Charles E Young Dr N\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90024\, United States CATEGORIES:Artist Talk,Native Arts,Talk,Tending the Land ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/1-26_lazzaro.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250310T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250310T193000 DTSTAMP:20260502T145211 CREATED:20250303T062411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T062411Z UID:16539-1741629600-1741635000@newsfromnativecalifornia.com SUMMARY:We Are Still Here: Cultural Practices of the Wappo People DESCRIPTION:Join the library for a hands-on cultural demonstration of artifacts & their uses by the Wappo people\, the First People of the Napa Valley. Event led by Tektek and Desirae Harp. URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/we-are-still-here-cultural-practices-of-the-wappo-people/ LOCATION:Napa County Library\, 580 Coombs St\, Napa\, California\, 94559 CATEGORIES:Cultural Demonstrations,Presentation,Talk,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/unnamed-7.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250306T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250306T170000 DTSTAMP:20260502T145211 CREATED:20250303T060520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T060520Z UID:16529-1741255200-1741280400@newsfromnativecalifornia.com SUMMARY:Justice Involved Re-Entry Initiative DESCRIPTION:Join for a day full of guest speakers\, informational booths\, vendors\, and a wonderful keynote speech from Al Pooley\, Founder and President of the Native American Fatherhood and Families Association (NAFFA). \nWho should attend? Tribes\, community members\, enhanced care management and community supports providers\, formally incarcerated individuals and their families\, law enforcement\, probation\, parole\, social workers\, mental health providers\, AOD counselors and all others interested in this innitiative. \nFor more information or to reserve a booth\, contact: Diana Billy- Elliott\, ASW (707-234-0086) URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/justice-involved-re-entry-initiative/ LOCATION:Ukiah Conference Center\, 200 S School St.\, Ukiah\, California\, 95482 CATEGORIES:Community,Discussion,Luncheon,Market,Speaker,Talk,Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/unnamed-17.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250304T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250304T180000 DTSTAMP:20260502T145211 CREATED:20250225T064411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T064411Z UID:16514-1741107600-1741111200@newsfromnativecalifornia.com SUMMARY:We will Endure - A CNVP Community Webinar DESCRIPTION:How Natives in California can survive and thrive amid executive orders and the assault on our lands\, waters\, and peoples. An interactive forum and Q & A session taking place virtually March 4\, 2025 from 5-6pm. \nFeaturing: – Lauren van Schilfgaarde (Cochiti Pueblo) Assistant Professor of Law\, UCLA – Virginia Hedrick (Yurok) Executive Director\, California Consortium for Urban Indian Health – Sonya Tetnowski (Makah) Chief Executive Officer\, Indian Health Center of Santa Clara Valley *Moderated by Daniel French (Mohawk) \nRegister: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Hk7wLgf1Qq6W_JLGSYE60A#/registration URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/we-will-endure-a-cnvp-community-webinar/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Community,Talk,Virtual,Webinar,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/we-will-endure.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250226T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250226T200000 DTSTAMP:20260502T145211 CREATED:20241017T181338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T185233Z UID:15480-1740592800-1740600000@newsfromnativecalifornia.com SUMMARY:Language Revitalization DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, February 26\, 2025\, 6 p.m.\nLanguage Revitalization \nLearn about the Agua Caliente Cahuilla language revitalization program with Rose Ann Hamilton (Cahuilla)\, Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Tribal Member John R. Preckwinkle III (Agua Caliente)\, and language teachers Raymond Huaute (Chumash/Cahuilla) and Michelle Morreo (Torres Martinez) URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/language-revitalization/ LOCATION:Agua Caliente Cultural Museum\, 219 S. Palm Canyon Dr.\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States CATEGORIES:Education,Speaker Series,Talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/IMG_9154.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250223T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250223T140000 DTSTAMP:20260502T145211 CREATED:20250127T175056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T175056Z UID:16300-1740315600-1740319200@newsfromnativecalifornia.com SUMMARY:Sand Acknowledgment in Action: Lazaro Arvizu Jr. DESCRIPTION:Sand Acknowledgment in action with flute-playing and artist-facilitated meditation in the installation space\, focused on the meaning of the sand painting in the exhibition Fire Kinship: Southern California Native Ecology and Art. \nLazaro Arvizu Jr. is an artist\, educator\, musician\, and researcher dedicated to the culture of the first people of Los Angeles. Born in the Los Angeles Basin\, he is knowledgeable about the landscape and cosmology of the Gabrieleno culture. For over 20 years\, he has facilitated creative and meaningful cultural experiences for people of all ages and walks of life\, in many venues. URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/sand-acknowledgment-in-action-lazaro-arvizu-jr-2/ LOCATION:Fowler Museum at UCLA\, 308 Charles E Young Dr N\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90024\, United States CATEGORIES:Artist Talk,Native Arts,Talk,Tending the Land ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/1-26_lazzaro.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250203T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250203T210000 DTSTAMP:20260502T145211 CREATED:20250203T001156Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T001156Z UID:16355-1738611000-1738616400@newsfromnativecalifornia.com SUMMARY:Chumash Basketry: Art and Life DESCRIPTION:A new exhibit at the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History features the living art of Chumash basketry\, a tradition with deep roots in the region. For thousands of years\, baskets played essential roles in all aspects of traditional Chumash life. Modern Chumash weavers carry on those traditions\, creating baskets entirely by hand and teaching their children. Chumash Basketry: Art & Life at the Museum highlights the connections between those living traditions and the natural world\, in the first comprehensive exhibition featuring the world’s largest collection of Chumash baskets. Select modern works by contemporary Chumash weavers put the abundant historic examples in the context of continuing traditions\, and the words of Chumash elders and weavers are interspersed throughout the exhibit\, expressing the personal significance\, joys\, and challenges of basketry. This exhibit will be on view through 2026. \nCost: Included with Museum admission\, which is free to all Native people on request URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/chumash-basketry-art-and-life/ LOCATION:Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History\, 2559 Puesta Del Sol\, Santa Barbara\, California\, 93105 CATEGORIES:Education,Speaker,Talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/natural-hist-mu.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250126T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250126T140000 DTSTAMP:20260502T145211 CREATED:20241227T225101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241227T225101Z UID:16171-1737896400-1737900000@newsfromnativecalifornia.com SUMMARY:Sand Acknowledgment in Action: Lazaro Arvizu Jr. DESCRIPTION:Sand Acknowledgment in action with flute-playing and artist-facilitated meditation in the installation space\, focused on the meaning of the sand painting in the exhibition Fire Kinship: Southern California Native Ecology and Art. \nLazaro Arvizu Jr. is an artist\, educator\, musician\, and researcher dedicated to the culture of the first people of Los Angeles. Born in the Los Angeles Basin\, he is knowledgeable about the landscape and cosmology of the Gabrieleno culture. For over 20 years\, he has facilitated creative and meaningful cultural experiences for people of all ages and walks of life\, in many venues. URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/sand-acknowledgment-in-action-lazaro-arvizu-jr/ LOCATION:Fowler Museum at UCLA\, 308 Charles E Young Dr N\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90024\, United States CATEGORIES:Artist Talk,Conservation,Native Arts,Talk,Tending the Land ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/1-26_lazzaro.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250123T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250123T200000 DTSTAMP:20260502T145211 CREATED:20241017T180739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T180739Z UID:15477-1737655200-1737662400@newsfromnativecalifornia.com SUMMARY:Bird Singing and Oral Tradition DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, January 23\, 2025\, 6 p.m.\nBird Singing and Oral Tradition \nAgua Caliente Bird Singers\, along with Tribal Members from other Bird Singing groups\, discuss the importance of this oral tradition and cultural practice\, sharing collective histories and stories across generations. URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/bird-singing-and-oral-tradition/ LOCATION:Agua Caliente Cultural Museum\, 140 N Indian Canyon Dr\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States CATEGORIES:Bird Singing,Speaker Series,Talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/IMG_9152.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR