Howka (Kumeyaay greeting)! The Native Resource Center (NRC) at San Diego State University (SDSU) warmly invites you to participate in their 5th Annual Native & Indigenous Research & Arts Symposium (NIRAS) taking place from March 6-7, 2025 at Scripps Cottage on the SDSU campus. NIRAS serves as an academic space to uplift diverse Native and…
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). Who 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. For more information or to reserve a booth, contact: Diana Billy- Elliott, ASW (707-234-0086)
SAVE THE DATE for the 2025 Native American & Indigenous Education Summit presented by California Indian Nations College (CINC) & Kumeyaay Community College. Date: March 7-8th, 2025 Location: Santos Manuel Student Union on California State University, San Bernardino campus Address: 5500 University Pkwy, San Bernardino To register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/american-indianindigenous-education-summit-tickets-1069196879649 Register today!!!
Say Uncle is a sculptural installation of photographic works made by lens based artist, Marcus Xavier Chormicle, (Agua Caliente Band Of Cahuilla Indians, Lineal Descendant) with his uncle, Michael Dean Chormicle (Agua Caliente Band Of Cahuilla Indians, Enrolled Member), on their ancestral homeland on the Agua Caliente Indian Reservation. The imagery addresses lessons and stories…
Please join the organization for a Habitat Restoration Educational Workshop day at The Cultural Conservancy's Heron Shadow Farm in Sebastopol, CA! Friday, March 7, 2025 from 9am-3pm This week day workshop will focus on their riparian (wetland near a stream) zone management and Native plant work. After a morning presentation on their vision and methods…
Join the organization for the 10th Annual Richard M. Milanovich Legacy Hike & 5K in the Indian Canyons. Register Today at: https://acbci.com/hike/2025/
Date: March 8 - 9, 2025 NEW LOCATION: INTRAMURAL RUGBY AND SOCCER FIELDS California State University, Long Beach’s annual Pow Wow at Puvungna, an American Indian social celebration, is the largest spring event of its kind in Southern California. The Pow Wow is focused on displaying the university’s strong American Indian presence. Admission and parking are free.…
This program is led by cultural eductor Mandy Macias (Western Mono/ Maidu/ Ohlone). This workshop is suitable for ages 10 and up. Participants will learn how to make their own miniature tule mat and rope. Call the Grace Hudson Museum (707-467-2836) to reserve your spot. Space is limited. There is a fee of $15 per…
CCUIH's Rising Together and Urban Indian Health partners invite survivors of violence and advocates to a closed, cultural space to share their stories of hope, healing, and resilience through their experiences with domestic and interpersonal violence. The organization hopes to share knowledge and medicine in order to cope, heal, and gather community input for future Rising…
This program is led by cultural educator Monica V. Arellano (Ohlone Culture Bearer and Langague Keeper). This workshop is suitable for ages 10 and up. Call the Grace Hudson Museum (707-467-2836) to reserve your spot. Space is limited. There is a $15 fee for this workshop, but it is free for Native Americans. Scholarship opportunities are also available- just…
Marin American Indian Alliance is hosting a powwow dancinc class March 9. Marin Powwow's head Gourd Dancer Michael Reifel will guide the group through many of the fun social dances. Build your confidence to join the dance circle! No previous experience necessary. Suitable for all ages, all genders. Workshops are held at the Multicultural Center…
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.
Exciting Events Coming up in March. SAVE THE DATE! Spread the Word!
NCIDC is very excited to announce their partnership and collaboration with @queerhumboldt for a week full of activities that highlight and uplift our community! All events are free and open to all community members, tribal and non-tribal, 2SLGBTQIA+, allies, and caregivers. Register here: https://ncidc.questionpro.com/a/TakeSurvey?tt=bd2oC60OT4sECHrPeIW9eQ%3D%3D Please feel free to reach out to Karen Asbury with any…
Join for a night to witness Ohlone, Pomo, and other California Native American dance groups gathering to share their songs and prayers. There will also be food vendors, and local Indigenous vendors selling their Arts and Crafts. FREE admission for everyone.
Open to the Community! Join for a day of Native American Traditional Drumming, Dancing, Food Vendors, Arts & Craft Vendors, and more! Schedule: 10 am Bird Singing; 11 am Open Gourd Dancing; 12 pm Grand Entry; 1-8 pm Inter-Tribal Dancing For more information, contact: carlatourville@yahoo.com
Native Flute Workshops at the State Indian Museum in Sacramento. Join Al Striplen as he shares concepts and techniques for the beginner - and be on your way to playing Native American music! Flutes will be available at a discounted rate for this special event. Register at following link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/native-american-style-flute-workshop-tickets-1246763506209?aff=erelpanelorg Call 916 324-0971 for more info.
The organization invites you to a community volunteer day at The Cultural Conservancy's Heron Shadow Farm in Sebastopol, CA! Sunday, March 16, 2025 from 9am-3pm Come and connect with the community and the land as the group focuses on Native plant work and riparian (wetland near a stream) zone management. Activities may include weeding, feeding,…
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. Lazaro Arvizu Jr. is an artist, educator, musician, and researcher dedicated to the culture of the first people of Los Angeles. Born in the Los…
On Tuesday, March 18th, starting at 9am, the California Energy Commission will be hosting a Tribal Energy Summit in Sacramento. The Circle Founder, Michelle Lee, will be moderating Panel 3: Forming Partnerships for Clean Energy Projects at 11am. Panelists will include Chairman Jose (Moke) Simon, Middletown Rancheria, Damon Safranek, Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians, and…
Episode 1: March 18 | 12pm Where Does Your Water Come From? Part 1: Klamath and Trinity Rivers Water Protection Speaker Series: Educational online series on how to protect our waters Speakers: Allie Hostler: Hoopa Valley Tribal member, editor of the Two Rivers Tribune, and former communications director for the Hoopa Valley Tribe’s Fisheries Department.…
All are welcome to join the 44th Annual California Conference on American Indian Education for a celebration of Indigenous culture and learning!
Online community language class: Challenges, opportunities, and hopes in the midst of diaspora AICLS 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. Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/dVw26cDVRgezTw4z57J11w#/registration
Join the university for an Important Conversation on Indigenous Issues - WE ARE THE MIDDLE OF FOREVER Upcoming 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…
Join Nat at Night for a special screening of the Indigenous-led film MAATHAAW: The Fire Within Us, and hear from director and producer Andrew Pittman as he shares about the creation of this film. The Kumeyaay people are the original stewards of the land we call home today and on which this event is hosted. For millennia,…
Mark your calendars for the 2025 University of Redlands Pow Wow! The pow wow will be held on Saturday March 22nd, 2025 on the University Quad, rain or shine. Grand Entry: 1pm and 7pm. Emcee: Glen BegayArena Director: Richard DeCraneHost Northern Drum: WildhorseHost Southern Drum: ShakeytownHead Women Dancer: Maxine Orozco-BegayHead Man Dancer: Tso YanezSound Production…
Join the NALC for a weekend on the land at Learning Landscapes Palomar, March 22-23! Native community from Palomar Mountain & surrounding areas are invited to spend an afternoon learning and sharing with us followed by a night of creekside camping (supplies provided by NALC). Registration is limited, sign up now through the following link:…
Please join the Agua Caliente Cultural Museum for a meet and greet with Thunder Voice Eagle (Navajo/Totonac). Trunk Show will be held March 22, 10 am-4 pm. THUNDER VOICE CO. is a family owned hat and fashion company. The brand includes reclaimed vintage hats, apparel and home goods.
Theme: “Regenerating the Circle” Grand Entry @ 1pm Head Staff Master of Ceremony: L. Frank Manriquez Arena Director: Victor Chavez Northern Drum: Wildhorse Singers Southern Drum: Hale & Company Head Woman Dancer: Maxine Orozco Head Man Dancer: Ricky Two Bear Joins the organization for singing, dancing, food, artist vendors, community resources, COVID-19 PPE & testing,…
A virtual workshop for Indigenous California youth leaders (16-24) supporting Indigenous language revitalization in a silly, goofy way. Language mentors will lead activities including meme making and playing games. In this workshop, youth will explore their languages, gain new perspectives to language revitalization, network over shared passions, and connect with community language practitioners. Any level…
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