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SUMMARY:Discussing Pomo Baskets
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an intimate discussion on Pomo basketry! Silver Galleto and Dr. Sherrie Smith-Ferri will explore the art and cultural significance of Pomo baskets.Thursday\, January 222:30-3:30 p.m.Tomás Rivera Library\, Room 140RSVP: DiscussingPomoBasketsWinter26.eventbrite.comAttendees will have an opportunity to examine the baskets closely and handle select pieces.Presented by UC Riverside Library\, NASP\, & California Center for the Native Nations (CCNN)
URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/discussing-pomo-baskets/
LOCATION:Tomás Rivera Library\, 900 University Avenue\, Riverside\, CA\, 92521\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artist Talk,Basketry,Cultural Demonstrations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024827
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SUMMARY:Winter Gathering: Water & Baskets
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss out on the opportunity to attend the Tribal EcoRestoration Alliance’s Winter Gathering\, all about Water and Baskets. Lake County is the home of California’s oldest natural lake\, Clear Lake\, and some of the best basketweavers in the world. Learn about the deep connection between water\, plants\, and basketry during this one of a kind gathering! \nDate: Friday January 23\, 2026\nTime: 12:30-5 PM\nLocation: Upper Lake\, CA \nGatherings will include:\nLocal instructors and dynamic ecological activities\nCommunity feedback sessions\nTransportation support for elders\nGifts for those who participate in feedback sessions\nDinner provided after the workshop \nThese gatherings will be held at the TERA Training Center on the Traditional lands of Robinson Rancheria\, Scotts Valley Band of Pomo Indians\, and Habematolel Pomo of Upper Lake. We are grateful to Redwood Region RISE (RRRISE – Resilient\, Inclusive\, Sustainable Economy) for supporting the production of this gathering. RRRISE is part of the California Jobs First initiative\, a state-funded effort to create inclusive\, sustainable economies across California. \nFor more information\, contact Christina Lara at clara@tribalecorestoration.org \nTo RSVP\, scan the QR code in the graphic above\, or visit our link in bio.
URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/17739/
LOCATION:Upper Lake\, CA
CATEGORIES:Gathering,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Tribal EcoRestoration Alliance":MAILTO:info@tribalecorestoration.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260124T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024827
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SUMMARY:Caltrout Baduwa't Estuary Volunteer Day
DESCRIPTION:Another volunteer day at Lhiwetgut! Join the Rou Dalaguur Food Sov Lab and CalTrout for Native planting in Baduwa’t estuary. Find us on Saturday\, January 24th from 10am-1pm. \nThe Baduwa’t Estuary restoration project\, a partnership between CalTrout and the McKinleyville Community Services District (MCSD)\, transformed former wastewater percolation ponds into vital off-channel salmonid rearing habitat. The site is now named Lhiwetgut\, a Soulatluk word for this place chosen by the Wiyot Tribe. Lhiwetgut is part of the Wiyot Tribe’s aboriginal territory and is now a habitat restored for the community to enjoy\, learn about the land\, and connect with the natural world. \nUse the QR code or this link to sign up!
URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/caltrout-baduwat-estuary-volunteer-day/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260124T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024827
CREATED:20250909T170441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T170441Z
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SUMMARY:Singing the Birds 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians hosts the annual Singing the Birds: Bird Song and Dance Festival\, where bird singers and dancers from tribes across Southern California and the Southwest gather to celebrate and share with the public the region’s abundant Native American heritage. Bird singing and dancing is scheduled throughout the day along with a Native American Market and a variety of food vendors.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/singing-the-birds-2026/
LOCATION:Palm Springs High School Gymnasium\, 2401 East Baristo Road\, Palm Springs\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Singing,Gathering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260126T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260126T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024827
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SUMMARY:Míyaxem Páxam: California Indian Nations College Mecca-Thermal Campus Site Opening and Traditional Blessing
DESCRIPTION:✨ Traditional Blessing of the New Mecca–Thermal Campus Site ✨ \nCalifornia Indian Nations College\, in partnership with College of the Desert\, invites our community to a traditional blessing of the new Mecca–Thermal Campus site in the Eastern Coachella Valley. \nThis moment marks growth\, collaboration\, and a shared commitment to Indigenous education and community empowerment! \n📍 Location: 61120 Buchanan St\, Thermal\, CA 92274\n🕘 Date&Time: January 26\, 2026 – 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM \nWe welcome students\, families\, partners\, and community members to join us as we honor this new beginning in a good way. Together\, we continue building spaces rooted in culture\, knowledge\, and opportunity. 🪶
URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/miyaxem-paxam-california-indian-nations-college-mecca-thermal-campus-site-opening-and-traditional-blessing/
LOCATION:California Indian Nations College Mecca-Thermal Campus\, 61120 Buchanan Street\, Thermal\, CA\, 92274\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Community,Grand Opening
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260126T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260126T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024827
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SUMMARY:"Refusing Queer Paradise": Mãhu Pedagogies of Queer Indigenous Re-memory in Hawai'i
DESCRIPTION:1/26/26\, 1pm-2pm \nInterdisciplinary Building\, room 1111 \nBased on close readings of a queer Native Hawaiian ‘zine and LGBTQ+ travel writing about Hawai’i\, this talk develops the concept of “mãhu pedagogies to argue that while settler homonationalist tourism narratives enact cultural prostitution by figuring Hawai’i as a “queer paradise” absent of Native resurgence\, mahu and queer Indigenous cultural workers refuse colonial narratives by centering queer indigenous relationalities that generate decolonial futures. \n  \nDr. Pōmaika’i Gushiken is a Kanaka ‘Ōiwi and Uchinānchu educator and researcher from Nānākuli\, Hawai’i. Currently a UC Chancellor’s Postdoctoral Fellow at UCLA\, he holds a Ph.D. in Ethnic Studies from UC San Diego. His research focuses on decolonization\, queer indigenous futurity\, and the intersections of pedagogy\, refusal in Hawai’i.
URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/refusing-queer-paradise-mahu-pedagogies-of-queer-indigenous-re-memory-in-hawaii/
LOCATION:UC Riverside\, 900 University Ave.\, Riverside\, CA\, 92521\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260129T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260129T120000
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CREATED:20260128T203901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T203901Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260129T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260129T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T220404Z
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SUMMARY:The Water Remembers: In Conversation with Amy Cordalis
DESCRIPTION:We’re delighted to be starting our 2026 programming with: \nThe Water Remembers: In Conversation with Amy Cordalis\nJanuary 29\, 2026\, 12:00 – 1:00pm PST \nJoin us for a lively conversation with Amy Bowers Cordalis about her recent work\, The Water Remembers: My Indigenous Family’s Fight to Save a River and a Way of Life. Ms. Cordalis will explore the impact of the damming of the Klamath River on the people who depend upon the river\, and the role her organization has played in conservation. Amy will be joined by ICW’s Co-Director Bill Deverell. \nRegister Now: https://bit.ly/amycordalis or link in bio 👆 \nAmy Bowers Cordalis is a mother\, fisherwoman\, attorney\, and member and former General Counsel of the Yurok Nation—the largest Indigenous Nation in California. She is currently the cofounder and executive director of the Ridges to Riffles Indigenous Conservation Group\, a nonprofit advancing Indigenous sovereignty through the protection of cultural and natural resources\, including the undamming of the Klamath River. She is the recipient of the UN’s highest environmental honor\, Champions of the World Laureate\, and has been named to the second annual TIME100 Climate List (2024)\, featuring the one hundred most influential leaders driving business to real climate action. She is the author of The Water Remembers (Hachette\, 2025).
URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/the-water-remembers-in-conversation-with-amy-cordalis/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Author Talk
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260131
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260201
DTSTAMP:20260407T024827
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SUMMARY:Walking in Our Moccs: Perspectives from Indigenous Artists - Closing Art Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join Maidu Museum & Historic Site for the closing reception of Walking In Our Moccs: Perspectives from Indigenous Artists. Celebrate the artists and their work one last time with community\, conversation\, and refreshments. \nWalking In Our Moccs: Perspectives from Indigenous Artists is a community exhibition curated by Sierra Native Alliance\, a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving Native families\, cultures and environment in Placer County. The exhibition illuminates the experience of “walking in two worlds” through the eyes of contemporary Native American artists. Sierra Native Alliance’s Executive Director\, Anno Nakai\, states\, “Walking in Our Moccs features artwork from youth to elders and creatively illustrates the coexistence of tribal lifeways and mainstream culture\, including experiences that marginalize\, oppress\, uplift and connect Native people to sacred traditions.” \nThis dynamic exhibition includes over 45 artworks in a variety of media\, including painting\, photographs\, jewelry\, sculpture\, prints\, drawings and mixed media. Many of the original artworks are for sale and proceeds support both the artists and the museum. \nDate: 2026-01-31\nLocation: Maidu Museum & Historic Site – 1970 Johnson Ranch Drive\, Roseville\, CA 95661\nCost: Free
URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/walking-in-our-moccs-perspectives-from-indigenous-artists-closing-art-reception/
LOCATION:Maidu Museum & Historic Site\, 1970 Johnson Ranch Drive\, Roseville\, CA\, 95661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Reception
ORGANIZER;CN="Maidu Museum & Historic Site":MAILTO:maidumuseum@roseville.ca.us
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260131
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260202
DTSTAMP:20260407T024827
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SUMMARY:28th Annual Wildhorse Powwow
DESCRIPTION:Date: January 31-February 1st 2026\nLocation: El Camino College\, North Gym\, Torrance\, CA\nVendors cost: $300 for 2 days\nEvent Contact Information:\nTelephone:\nWebsite: https://www.wildhorsesingers.com/wildhorse-pow-wow\nEmail: wildhorsesingers@yahoo.com
URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/28th-annual-wildhorse-powwow/
LOCATION:El Camino College\, North Gym\, 16007 Crenshaw Blvd.\, Torrance\, CA\, 90506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Powwow
ORGANIZER;CN="Wildhorse Native American Association":MAILTO:wildhorsesingers@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260205
DTSTAMP:20260407T024827
CREATED:20251002T144744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T144744Z
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SUMMARY:Missing and Murdered Indigenous People Tribal Policy Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Yurok Tribe is proud to announce the 4th Annual Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (“MMIP”) Summit is scheduled for February 3rd-4th\, 2026 and would like to invite all Indigenous People and our allies to participate. \nFor information and updates visit https://www.yuroktribe.org/
URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/missing-and-murdered-indigenous-people-tribal-policy-summit/
LOCATION:Hard Rock Hotel and Casino\, 3317 Forty Mile Road\, Wheatland\, CA\, 95692\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260204T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260204T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024827
CREATED:20260105T222416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T222416Z
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SUMMARY:Drop-in Days at Agua Caliente Cultural Museum
DESCRIPTION:Museum admission is $10 for adults 18+. \nMuseum admission is $5 for: \n\nChildren 6-17\nSeniors 65+\nStudents with valid student ID\n\nMuseum admission is free for: \n\nChildren under 6\nEnrolled Agua Caliente tribal members\nTribal member guests\nMuseum passholders with their guests
URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/drop-in-days-at-agua-caliente-cultural-museum/
LOCATION:Agua Caliente Cultural Museum\, 140 N Indian Canyon Dr\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tour
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260208
DTSTAMP:20260407T024827
CREATED:20250127T181344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T181344Z
UID:16307-1770249600-1770508799@newsfromnativecalifornia.com
SUMMARY:CNPS 2026 Conference: Growing the Movement
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date!  The CNPS 2026 Conference: Growing the Movement is just around the corner!\n\n\nConference Dates: February 5-7\, 2026. Workshops & Field Trips: February 3-4\, 2026.\n\n\n\nThe CNPS Conference\, held every three years\, is a celebration of California’s vibrant native plant movement. Whether you’re new to the community or a seasoned member\, join the organization in coming together to learn\, share\, and deepen connections with California’s plants.\n\n\n\n\n\nStay tuned for registration opening later this year! Learn more at conference.cnps.org
URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/cnps-2026-conference-growing-the-movement/
LOCATION:Riverside Convention Center\, 3637 5th St\, Riverside\, California\, 92501
CATEGORIES:Community,Conference,Save the date
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ORGANIZER;CN="California Native Plant Society":MAILTO:cnps@cnps.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024827
CREATED:20251211T223049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T223049Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Health Fair and Fun Run
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date- February 6th\, 2026! CINC 2026 Health Fair & Fun Run in collaboration with Temalpakh Farm!
URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/2026-health-fair-and-fun-run/
LOCATION:Temalpakh Farm\, 1 Roberta Way\, Coachella\, CA\, 92236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fair,Run
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260207T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260207T163000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024827
CREATED:20251218T003856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T195106Z
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SUMMARY:UCR AISES: Healing the Earth Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER TODAY for the annual UCR AISES Healing the Earth Conference hosted by UCR AISES\, NASP\, and the UCR School of Medicine. \nThe slogan for this year’s conference is “Honoring our past\, healing the future”. Our theme is traditional healing\, traditional medicines\, and inspiring future healers within our communities. This includes exploring our healing practices\, discussing our preferred method of healing\, and how to close the gap in health disparities in our community. \nEach year\, UCR AISES and NASP invite featured guest speakers from across Turtle Island to partake in our conference. \nMore details are to come\, including registration. We are looking for organizations within the STEM field (professional\, educational\, and community focused) to table at our conference in the college/career fair. If you are interested please reach out to NASP Program Coordinator Lina at lina.tejeda@ucr.edu.
URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/ucr-aises-healing-the-earth-conference/
LOCATION:UC Riverside School of Medicine
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260207T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024827
CREATED:20260113T025727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T025727Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Indigi-con
DESCRIPTION:💥 🪶💥🪶💥 🪶💥 The 2026 Indigi-Con – Creators Symposium’ at @harrahssocal is February 7th! \n🎫 Register today: $20 early-bird tickets still available (lunch included) and children 15 & under are free! Family-friendly! Group and school scholarships / discounts available!Discounted rooms available! Visit: indigi-com.com \n🤩 Vendor and sponsorship spots still available! \n💯 Full program (workshops and panels) special guests\, entertainment and more …. coming soon! \n🫣 Sneak Peak: indigi-con.com\n📷 Photo Credit: @joelphotoguyortiz\n🤩 Indigi-Con 2025 / 2026 Logo: @weshoyot\n🤠 Hat: @thundervoiceco \n💙 Blue represents the West and Emotional Health! Sacred Colors of the Sky and Water! 🌊
URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/2026-indigi-con/
LOCATION:Harrah’s Resort Southern California\, 777 South Resort Drive\, Valley Center\, California\, 92082
CATEGORIES:Conference,Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260208T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260208T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024827
CREATED:20260112T234105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T234105Z
UID:17762-1770555600-1770566400@newsfromnativecalifornia.com
SUMMARY:BRAID Community Gathering: A Book Drive & Fundraiser to Support Incarcerated American Indian & Indigenous People
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, February 8 | 1–4 pm\nFowler Museum at UCLA\nFree | In person \nPlease join us on February 8th from 1–4 pm at the famed Fowler Museum at the University of California\, Los Angeles\, for an afternoon of community and generosity in support of incarcerated American Indian & Indigenous relatives. The event will be hosted by UCLA American Indian Studies Centers BRAID Program (Books & Resources for American Indians in Detention). Hear directly from members of the American Indian community who have been incarcerated and from Shannon Rivers\, a Native American Spiritual Leader\, human rights activist\, and cultural advisor. \nThis gathering will create space to hear stories of struggle and resilience and enact tangible ways communities can care for our incarcerated relatives. The program will also include an opening prayer\, music and dance\, Native American vendors and resource booths\, and a guided tour of the Fowler Museum’s Fire Kinship exhibit. \nOur hope is that attendees will bring their slightly used books to donate to BRAID\, to be sent directly to incarcerated individuals. We are also seeking financial donations to support BRAIDS ongoing work\, as well as contributions to support Native American Spiritual Leaders providing cultural and spiritual guidance inside prisons.
URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/braid-community-gathering-a-book-drive-fundraiser-to-support-incarcerated-american-indian-indigenous-people/
LOCATION:The Fowler Museum at UCLA\, 308 Charles E Young Drive North\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90024\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Fundraiser,Gathering,Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260213T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260213T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024827
CREATED:20260212T195822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T195822Z
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SUMMARY:February Habitat Restoration Day at Heron Shadow
DESCRIPTION:Please join The Cultural Conservancy for a community habitat restoration volunteer day at their Heron Shadow Farm!\n\n\n\nFriday\, February 13\, 2026 from 9am-3pm \nThis day will focus on riparian (wetland near a stream) zone management and Native plant work. \nAfter a morning presentation on our vision and methods for habitat restoration we will engage in hands on work/play such as planting native perennials\, plant propagation in the native nursery\, and embellishing water features in the riparian zone. \nYour support helps Heron Shadow Farm prepare for an abundant season of food and seed distribution to Native community partners across the Bay Area and beyond. \nOnce you have reserved your spot through Eventbrite\, you will receive an email with the location address and additional details about the day. If you have any questions\, feel free to email tcc@nativeland.org. \nTo learn more about the land project – Heron Shadow – please visit www.nativeland.org/heron-shadow \n 
URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/february-habitat-restoration-day-at-heron-shadow/
LOCATION:Heron Shadow\, 9394 Ross Station Rd\, Sebastopol\, CA\, 95472\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Environmental,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260213T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260213T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024827
CREATED:20260211T215309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T215309Z
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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
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260215
DTSTAMP:20260407T024827
CREATED:20250825T225707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T225707Z
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SUMMARY:15th Annual BAAITS Two-Spirit Powwow
DESCRIPTION:Save the date – 15th Annual BAAITS Two-Spirit Powwow is scheduled for Saturday\, Feb 14\, 2026 at Fort Mason Festival Pavilion in San Francisco. Photos by Hewitt Visuals Photos.
URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/15th-annual-baaits-two-spirit-powwow/
LOCATION:Fort Mason Festival Pavillion\, 2 Marina Blvd Suite 260\, SAN FRANCISCO\, CA\, 94123\, United States
CATEGORIES:Big Time,Community,Powwow,Save the date
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260511
DTSTAMP:20260407T024827
CREATED:20260222T223425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260222T223425Z
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SUMMARY:Momím Wené | Medicine Water: Flowing through Indian Country
DESCRIPTION:This Valentine’s day through May 10th enjoy the paintings\, basketry\, jewelry and other works from over 30 Native artists — love letters\, if you will\, to water. The exhibition “Momím Wené: Medicine Water” was curated by the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians Exhibits and Collections Center. Starting in central California Nisenan territory\, it is now flowing to the home of the Ukiah Valley Pomo\, where their voices have been integrated into the story.
URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/momim-wene-medicine-water-flowing-through-indian-country/
LOCATION:Grace Hudson Museum & Sun House\, 431 South Main Street\, Ukiah\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Show
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260214T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260214T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024827
CREATED:20251204T205723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T210212Z
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SUMMARY:Gathering Under The Stars
DESCRIPTION:This free community event brings together Native and non-Native families for an evening of music\, dance\, art\, and traditional cuisine—honoring the creativity\, resilience\, and heritage of Southern California’s tribal communities.\n\nThis year’s Gathering will feature a fashion show by designer Keeli Littleleaf (Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs)\, founder of AYAYAT; special appearances and performances by hip hop artist Niko Otis (Lakota\, Black\, Filipino and Greek); and Dania Wahwasuck (Prairie Band Potawatomi/Pyramid Lake Paiute)\, the reigning 2025–2026 Miss Indian World.\n\nGuests will also enjoy traditional dances\, bird singing\, cultural presentations\, along with handmade crafts and art from local tribal vendors.
URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/gathering-under-the-stars-4/
LOCATION:UCR Palm Desert Campus\, 75080 Frank Sinatra Drive\, Palm Desert\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Gathering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260218T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260218T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024827
CREATED:20260212T231346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T232207Z
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SUMMARY:Action Alert: Speak up for Smith River
DESCRIPTION:The North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board is holding a public workshop on a proposed permit that would regulate pollution from commercial lily bulb operations in the Smith River estuary. \nFebruary 18\, 2026 | 4:00pm \nAttend in person at: Elk Valley Rancheria Sam Lopez Community Room\, 2332 Howland Hill Road\, Crescent City\, CA 95531 \nOr via Zoom \nMore information at: tinyurl.com/SmithComment-info
URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/action-alert-speak-up-for-smith-river/
LOCATION:Elk Valley Rancheria Sam Lopez Community Room\, 2332 Howland Hill Road\, Crescent City\, CA\, 95531\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activism,Environmental,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260222
DTSTAMP:20260407T024827
CREATED:20251210T035843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T035843Z
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SUMMARY:Sacred Path Orange County Community Powwow
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce our upcoming Pow Wow in Orange County!!! Save the date for February 21\, 2026!!! Location will be at Magnolia High School Gymnasium! Contact our email at powwow@sacredpath.org
URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/sacred-path-orange-county-community-powwow/
LOCATION:Magnolia High School Gymnasium\, 2450 W. Ball Road\, Anaheim\, CA\, 92840\, United States
CATEGORIES:Powwow
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260221T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260222T000000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024827
CREATED:20260220T012939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T012939Z
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SUMMARY:3rd Annual Round Dance in the Bay
DESCRIPTION:Round Dance in the Bay is Back! Pull up\, bring your people and jam to some beautiful songs. This is a time to laugh and dance with family and friends and just be in community. All are welcome! Saturday February 21\, 2026Mission High School 3750 18th Street\, San FranciscoDoors open at 5pm. Get there early to get your seat.Credits to Isiah Stewart for the beautiful art. Questions: communications@aiccsf.org 
URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/3rd-annual-round-dance-in-the-bay/
LOCATION:Mission High School\, 3750 18th Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Round Dance
ORGANIZER;CN="American Indian Cultural Center San Francisco":MAILTO:aiccsanfrancisco@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260222T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260222T183000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024827
CREATED:20260223T001945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T001945Z
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SUMMARY:Special Program: MAATHAAW: The Fire Within Us – Screening\, Panel\, & Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join the Fowler for a special screening and conversation centered on MAATHAAW: The Fire Within Us\, an Indigenous-led documentary exploring the cultural\, emotional\, and scientific relationships Southern California Tribes have with the gift of fire. Featured in the exhibition Fire Kinship: Southern California Native Ecology & Art\, the film highlights the enduring resilience of Indigenous communities and the vibrancy of traditional ecological knowledge. As the greater Southwest faces intensifying wildfires and the escalating impacts of climate change\, MAATHAAW foregrounds Indigenous leadership in climate adaptation\, land stewardship\, and cultural revitalization. \nFollowing the screening of the extended trailer\, director and producer Andrew Pittman will be joined by Indigenous experts Wes Ruise\, William Madrigal\, and Joelene Tamm for a panel conversation on traditional fire stewardship in Southern California\, moderated by Daisy Ocampo Diaz and Lina Tejeda. Panelists will discuss cultural burning practices\, tribal approaches to vegetation management\, and how longstanding fire knowledge can inform contemporary strategies for resilience and ecological care. \nThe afternoon concludes with a demonstration and open workshop led by the California Indian Basketweaving Association (CIBA)\, exploring the relationship between fire\, ecology\, and traditional basketweaving. \nSchedule* \n12:30–1 PM – Curator-led walk-through of Fire Kinship \n1:30–2 PM – Screening of the extended trailer for MAATHAAW \n2:15–4 PM – Panel conversation in Lenart Auditorium \n4:30–6:30PM – CIBA demonstration and open workshop on the Terrace \n  \n*Schedule is subject to change. \nThis program is presented in partnership with Condor Visual Media and the American Indian Studies Center at UCLA
URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/special-program-maathaaw-the-fire-within-us-screening-panel-workshop/
LOCATION:The Fowler Museum at UCLA\, 308 Charles E Young Drive North\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90024\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film Screening,Panel,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260227T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260227T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024827
CREATED:20260226T221803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T221803Z
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SUMMARY:A Discussion on Cultural Sovereignty with Morongo Elders Ernest Siva and Mary Ann Andreas
DESCRIPTION:Learn about Morongo’s history during a Discussion on Cultural Sovereignty this Friday from 3-5pm at the Dorothy Ramon Learning Center.
URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/a-discussion-on-cultural-sovereignty-with-morongo-elders-ernest-siva-and-mary-ann-andreas/
LOCATION:Dorothy Ramon Leaning Center\, 111 N San Gorgonio Ave\, Banning\, CA\, 92220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussion,Panel
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260228
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260301
DTSTAMP:20260407T024827
CREATED:20260112T215142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T215142Z
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SUMMARY:Southwestern College 3rd Annual Powwow
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/southwestern-college-3rd-annual-powwow/
LOCATION:Southwestern College\, 900 Otay Lakes Road\, Chula Vista\, CA\, 91910\, United States
CATEGORIES:Powwow
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260302T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260302T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024827
CREATED:20260226T205100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T205100Z
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SUMMARY:Native and Indigenous Research Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The Intertribal Resource Center invites you to attend the Native American and Indigenous Research Symposium\, highlighting undergraduate and graduate student research centering Native and Indigenous perspectives on knowledge and community. \n🗓 March 2\, 2026\n⏰ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM\n📍 The Forum\, Price Center East\, Level 4 \nCelebrate the incredible work of Native and Indigenous student researchers as they share their stories\, scholarship\, and perspectives. \nAll are welcome to attend. Learn something new\, support student scholarship\, and be part of a meaningful community gathering.
URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/native-and-indigenous-research-symposium/
LOCATION:UC San Diego\, 9500 Gilman Dr.\, La Jolla\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Symposium
ORGANIZER;CN="UC San Diego Intertribal Resource Center":MAILTO:itrc@ucsd.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260304T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260304T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T024827
CREATED:20260105T223002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T223002Z
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SUMMARY:Drop-in Days at Agua Caliente Cultural Museum
DESCRIPTION:Museum admission is $10 for adults 18+. \nMuseum admission is $5 for: \n\nChildren 6-17\nSeniors 65+\nStudents with valid student ID\n\nMuseum admission is free for: \n\nChildren under 6\nEnrolled Agua Caliente tribal members\nTribal member guests\nMuseum passholders with their guests
URL:https://newsfromnativecalifornia.com/event/drop-in-days-at-agua-caliente-cultural-museum-2/
LOCATION:Agua Caliente Cultural Museum\, 140 N Indian Canyon Dr\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tour
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