Save the Date: California Indian College Motivation Day

CSUSM Kellogg Library: California Indian Culture and Sovereignty Center 333 S Twin Oaks Valley Rd, San Marcos, California

California Indian Culture and Sovereignty Center (CICSC) invites you to mark your calendars November 8th for California Indian College Motivation Day. The event takes place @1 pm at California State University San Marcos.

Native American Heritage Celebration

Pomo Plaza @ Mendocino College 1000 Hensley Creek Rd, Ukiah, California

Native American Heritage Celebration @ Pomo Plaza Where: 1000 Hensley Creek Rd., Ukiah, CA When: Friday - Sunday, October 11th - 13th Time: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm Native Dancers, Live Music, Elders Giveaway, Raffles, Cultural Workshops, and Dinner (food served 3-5 pm). Contact: Kyle Whiterock kwhiterock@mendocino.edu

Rou Dalalagurr Family Film Night

Cal Poly Humboldt Native American Forum Union Street BSS 162, Arcata, California

Join the university for a special Family Film Night this Thursday!  The Native American Studies Department continues its celebration of Native American Heritage Month with the Spirit Rangers screening!  Date: Thursday, 5:30 PM Location: Native American Forum, BSS 162 (Indoors) Special Guest: Local cast member Isis Rogers (Hupa) aka Summer Skycedar! Expect fun, prizes, pizza,…

Kewet Native American Learning Day & Market

Palm Springs High School 2401 E. Baristo Rd., Palm Springs, CA, United States

Join the organization from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday Nov. 16, 2024 at Palm Springs High School for the annual Kewet: Native American Learning Day & Market. All are welcome to this family friendly free event! Register at: http://aguacaliente.org/kewet

Dragonfly Language Conference

California State University, San Berdardino, Palm Desert Campus 37500 Cook St, Palm Desert, California

JOIN THE CENTER: 10 am-4 pm, California State University, San Bernardino, Palm Desert Campus, 37500 Cook St., Palm Desert, CA 92211. FREE. WHAT’S HAPPENING: This is not so much a “conference” but instead a CALL TO ACTION. You’re invited to join a gathering of Elders and a new generation of Native language speakers and teachers. Discuss…

Basket Weaving Demonstration Day

California State Indian Museum 2618 K St., Sacramento, CA, United States

Let’s take a moment to appreciate Dixie Rogers, a Karuk basket weaver and cultural practitioner from the Klamath region. Her passion for her art was passed down through generations of her family, many of whom were accomplished weavers. Dixie works with traditional native plants for her weaving, and gathers her materials at the ancestral sites…

American Indian Educational Film Series: RUMBLE – The Indians Who Rocked the World

Dell'Arte International 131 H St, Blue Lake, California

In honor of Native American Heritage Month, Dell’Arte International is hosting a series of films and documentaries made by Indigenous artists. Join the company in discussions held by Samantha Williams-Gray (Tlingit) to explore the concepts and issues represented in the films. Dell’Arte invites you to turn their series into your new November tradition. Come out,…

Native American Heritage Month Celebration

MET Sacramento 810 V St, Sacramento, California

Native American Heritage Month Celebration Where: 810 V Street, Sacramento, CA 95818 When: Wednesday, November 20th, 2024 Time: 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Indian Tacos, Traditional Dancers, and Public Speakers Contact: nuhwa-qawi-gomez@metsacramento.org

Kumeyaay Canoe (Tule Boats) Workshop

Birch Aquarium 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, California

Saturday, Nov 23, 2024 – Indigenous Sustainable Design Forum & Kumeyaay Canoe (Tule Boats) Workshop Join the forum at the Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography for an immersive workshop exploring the intersection of ocean sustainability and Indigenous knowledge. Build a full-sized tule reed boat with the opportunity to ride it, and engage in…

$10

Indigenous Ocean Day

Birch Aquarium 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, California

Míiyuyam Chóo’onum hello everyone! 'Ataaxum Pomkwaan's team will be here this day presenting with Priscilla Sawah. Please join the organization at the Birch Aquarium for their Indigenous Ocean Day on Saturday November 23rd 11:00am-5:00pm! They will be having medicinal plant information, tule boat making, and bird singers come out this day!

American Indian Educational Film Series: REEL INJUN

Dell'Arte International 131 H St, Blue Lake, California

In honor of Native American Heritage Month, Dell’Arte International is hosting a series of films and documentaries made by Indigenous artists. Join the company in discussions held by Samantha Williams-Gray (Tlingit) to explore the concepts and issues represented in the films. Dell’Arte invites you to turn their series into your new November tradition. Come out,…

Yoga with Maasai

WorldBeat Cultural Center in Balboa Park 2100 Park Blvd, San Diego, California

Thursday, Nov 21, 2024 – Indigenous Sustainable Design Forum & Yoga with Maasai Experience a unique and culturally enriching yoga session with the Maasai, at the WorldBeat Cultural Center where you’ll learn ancient healing practices passed down through generations. Enjoy a 1-hour class led by Maasai instructors, followed by an optional lunch at the One…

$10

American Indian Educational Film Series: Smoke Signals

Dell'Arte International 131 H St, Blue Lake, California

In honor of Native American Heritage Month, Dell’Arte International is hosting a series of films and documentaries made by Indigenous artists. Join the company in discussions held by Samantha Williams-Gray (Tlingit) to explore the concepts and issues represented in the films. Dell’Arte invites you to turn their series into your new November tradition. Come out,…

Klamath Unbound: Celebrating a Historic River Restoration

California Museum 1020 O St, Sacramento, California

Saturday, December 7 12:00 – 4:00 pm California Museum, 1020 O St. Sacramento, CA Join the California Museum to celebrate the completion of the Klamath River dam removal project—the largest of its kind in U.S. history! This FREE event features: •    Screening of the Patagonia short film "Undammed" •    Panel discussions with Native…

UAII Holiday Boutique

United American Indian Involvement 1453 W. Temple St., Los Angeles, CA, United States

Shop for unique gifts! Enjoy a plate lunch sale supporting our Senior Program! Enter exciting raffles! 📅 Date: Friday, December 13, 2024 ⏰ Time: 10 AM - 3 PM 📍 Location: UAII Community Center 1453 W. Temple St., Los Angeles, CA 90026 For vendor info, contact: kfiore@uaii.org or hjealousofhim@uaii.org

Indigenous Holiday Craft Fair

Gray Area Grand Theater 2665 Mission St, San Francisco, California

Join the center for the Indigenous Holiday Craft Fair featuring local artists. Explore crafts, jewelry, and performances while supporting the Indigenous community. Don’t miss the opportunity to shop, connect, and celebrate! Vendor form: https://form.jotform.com/242975687563172

2nd Bi-Annual 2SLGBTQ+ Conference

Rincon Band of Luiseño Indians Government Center One Government Center Lane, Valley Center, California

Join the organization on December 18, 2024, from 8 AM to 5 PM at the Rincon Band of Luiseño Indians Government Center for a transformative event! Registration 8-9 AM Welcome/Opening 9AM Lunch will be served. Connect with advocates, allies, and professionals dedicated to making a positive impact. Don’t miss this chance to be part of an…

“Old Man Joe” NYE Bird dance and Peon games

Morongo Bird House

The Morongo Bird Singers are having their gathering this year on New Year's Eve. Come and bring in the new year with bird dance, peon games and good food. For more info call Walter Holmes: (760) 992-4148

2025 National UNITY Conference

Town and Country Resort San Diego 500 Hotel Cir N, San Diego, California

The National UNITY Conference is an impactful five-day youth-led annual event held every July in a pre-selected region of the U.S. About 2,500 Native youth and advisors are expected to attend the 2025 National UNITY Conference in San Deigo, California, (June 27 – July 1, 2025). The National UNITY Conference complete with general sessions, regional…

$375
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