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American Indian Heritage Month Events
November 2008

Events are free and open to the community unless otherwise noted.

Tuesday, November 4
 
One Tribe Dinner & Game Night
6 p.m., University Union front entrance
The One Tribe club will have dinner at Peter Piper Pizza (students bring $5) and meet other members and dinner to be followed by an evening in NAU's Game Room (University Union).  For more information, contact John at ijohn80@gmail.com for details.

Wednesday, November 5
 
Changing Woman-Journey to the West
Recreation of Five-fingered Beings
Leadership-Clans and Kinship, Motherhood, Taboos
Noon–1 p.m., SBS West (bldg. 70), room 9
Presenter:  AIS Resident Elder Maybelle Little
Contact: Applied Indigenous Studies, 523-6624

Thursday, November 6

Native American Film Series: “Rocks with Wings”
7 p.m., Cline Library Assembly Hall (bldg. 28)
Hosted by Institute for Native Americans and Cline Library
Contact Institute for Native Americans, 523-6644

Saturday, November 8

Veteran’s 2K/5K Run hosted by Native American Business Organization (NABO)
7–11 a.m., Recreation Center (bldg. 25)
The 5K and 2K fun run/walk will be held on campus, registration at 7:00 a.m.  Entry fee: $25, veterans are free.  For information and registration form, go to www.nau.edu/nabo or call 928-523-6960.


Monday, November 10

AIS Student Club Tamale Sale
10 a.m.–5 p.m., NAU Bookstore (bldg. 35)
Student representatives of Applied Indigenous Studies, Abaya Yala University Association, and Fair World Goods, will be promoting a tamale sale fundraiser to sponsor students to Chiapas, Mexico to work with indigenous people.

Sam Minkler Collection
10 a.m.–6 p.m., NAU Bookstore (bldg. 35)
Sam Minkler, Associate Professor, School of Communication and artisan/photographer will exhibit his collection at the NAU Bookstore.    

Navajo Culture: The Giant and Shoe Game & Why They Are Sacred
Noon–1 p.m., NAU Bookstore (bldg. 35)
Presenter:  AIS Resident Elder Maybelle Little

Navajo Nation Archeology Department
Noon–2 p.m, NAU Bookstore (bldg. 35)
Meet Navajo students training to become archeologists.  Find out about Navajo archeology and Navajo sacred places, and how sacred places are protected.
Representatives:  Davina Two Bears, Patricia Chee, Natalia Reeder, and Shane Wero.

Native American River Guide Training Program
Noon–2 p.m, NAU Bookstore (bldg. 35)
Learn how this program teaches students to be river guides on the San Juan River.  Find out more about the cultural and environmental history of the river and surrounding areas.
Representatives:  Nikki Cooley and past program participants

Mayan Basket Weaving Demonstration
Noon–5 p.m., NAU Bookstore (bldg. 35)
Maria Vasquez, Traditional Knowledge Scholar with the Applied Indigenous Program, will provide a Mayan basket weaving demonstration.


Wednesday, November 12
     
Sam Minkler Collection
10 a.m.–6 p.m., NAU Bookstore (bldg. 35)
Sam Minkler, Associate Professor, School of Communication and artisan/photographer will exhibit his collection at the NAU Bookstore.    
      
Navajo Pottery by Authentic Touch
10 a.m.–6 p.m., NAU Bookstore (bldg. 35)
Artists:  The Wilson and Blake Families
Sale of contemporary and traditional pottery and ceremonial prayer pipes.

Southwest Tribal Feast - Celebrating Foods of the American Indians
LUNCH 11 a.m.–2 p.m., University Union Hot Spot dining hall (bldg. 30)
DINNER 5 p.m.–8 p.m., University Union Hot Spot dining hall
Menu: Green chile with pork, Indian tacos, and many more delicious dishes.
Cost is $6.50 per person, tickets may be purchased at Native American Student Services office (LEADS Center, bldg. 30, room 104).  Meal plan, dining dollars, or cash accepted at the Hot Spot.
NOTE:  This special price is only available to those who buy a ticket.  Hot Spot cashier not able to offer this price to individuals who do not have a special meal ticket.  For questions, call NASS at 928-523-8086.

"Someone to Know" in the Flagstaff community
Noon–2 p.m., NAU Bookstore (bldg. 35)
Attend a reception for Mr. Wells Mahkee (Zuni Pueblo Tribe), Managing Editor of the Navajo Hopi Observer newspaper.

Navajo Nation Archeology Department
Noon–2 p.m, NAU Bookstore (bldg. 35)
Meet Navajo students training to become archeologists.  Find out about Navajo archeology and Navajo sacred places, and how sacred places are protected.
Representatives:  Davina Two Bears, Patricia Chee, Natalia Reeder, and Shane Wero.

Book Signing: “Reclaiming Dine History: The Legacies of Navajo Chief Manuelito and Juanita” and "The Long Walk: Forced Exile of the Navajos"
Noon–2 p.m., NAU Bookstore (bldg. 35)
Author:  Jennifer Denetdale, Ph.D., Associate Professor of History, Northern Arizona University

"Veterans to Know" in the Flagstaff community
Noon–2 p.m., NAU Bookstore (bldg. 35)
Meet Navajo U.S. Marine Corps, Gunnery Sgt. Tommy Belone and Sgt. Jake.

Mayan Basket Weaving Demonstration
2 p.m.–5 p.m., NAU Bookstore (bldg. 35)
Maria Vasquez, Traditional Knowledge Scholar with the Applied Indigenous Program, will provide a Mayan basket weaving demonstration.

Book Signing: “It Had To Be Done”
3 p.m.–6 p.m., NAU Bookstore (bldg. 35)
Author:  Steve Mack (Tohono O'odham Nation), Whispering Dove Publishing
Proceeds from sale of book to benefit the Navajo Code Talkers Association, a non-profit organization.

Thursday, November 13

Sam Minkler Collection
10 a.m.–6 p.m., NAU Bookstore (bldg. 35)
Sam Minkler, Associate Professor, School of Communication and artisan/photographer will exhibit his collection at the NAU Bookstore.   

Navajo Pottery by Authentic Touch
10 a.m.–6 p.m., NAU Bookstore (bldg. 35)
Artists:  The Wilson and Blake Families
Sale of contemporary and traditional pottery and ceremonial prayer pipes.

Southwest Tribal Feast - Celebrating Foods of the American Indians
LUNCH ONLY at 11 a.m.–2 p.m., University Union Hot Spot dining hall (bldg. 30)
Menu: To be determined
Cost is $6.50 per person, tickets may be purchased at Native American Student Services office (LEADS Center, bldg. 30, room 104).  Meal plan, dining dollars, or cash accepted at the Hot Spot.
NOTE:  This special price is only available to those who buy a ticket.  Hot Spot cashier not able to offer this price to individuals who do not have a special meal ticket.  For questions, call NASS at 928-523-8086.

"Someone to Know" in the Flagstaff community
Noon–2 p.m., NAU Bookstore (bldg. 35)
Attend a reception for Mr. Wells Mahkee (Zuni Pueblo Tribe), Managing Editor of the Navajo Hopi Observer newspaper.

Book Signing: “Dzani Yazhi Naazabaa': Little Woman Warrior Who Came Home, A Story of the Navajo Long Walk” and "Dine Bizaad Binahoo'aah: Rediscovering the Navajo Language"
Noon–2 p.m., NAU Bookstore (bldg. 35)
Author:  Evangeline Parsons-Yazzie, Ph.D., Professor, Modern Languages, Northern Arizona University

Stars of the Navajo and The Shoe Game Stories
Noon–2 p.m., NAU Bookstore (bldg. 35)
Presenter:  AIS Resident Elder Maybelle Little
Contact: Applied Indigenous Studies, 523-6624

NAU Archeology Department
Noon–2 p.m, NAU Bookstore (bldg. 35)
Learn about the two educational programs, Footprints, a Hopi and elder education program; and Native Voices, a focus on the tribal perspectives of the Grand Canyon.
Representatives:  Joelle Clark and Geri Hongeva

Performance by Miss Dook'o'oosliid Amber Johnson, Flagstaff Kinlani Residential Hall
Songs to be song are "Little Bird" and "My Horses"
Other high school student representatives will perform a talent about the Navajo culture.
3:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m, NAU Bookstore (bldg. 35)

 

Friday, November 14

Navajo Silver Basket
10 a.m.–4 p.m., NAU Bookstore (bldg. 35)
Artists:  Tsosie and Mary Taylor
Sale of silver jewelry and archery collectibles.

Navajo Bible Recordings by Lois Martin
10 a.m.–4 p.m., NAU Bookstore (bldg. 35)
Bibles and tapes translated into the Navaoj language.

Sam Minkler Collection
10 a.m.–6 p.m., NAU Bookstore (bldg. 35)
Sam Minkler, Associate Professor, School of Communication and artisan/photographer will exhibit his collection at the NAU Bookstore. 

Navajo Pottery by Authentic Touch
10 a.m.–6 p.m., NAU Bookstore (bldg. 35)
Artists:  The Wilson and Blake Families
Sale of contemporary and traditional pottery and ceremonial prayer pipes.

"Someone to Know" in the Flagstaff community
Noon–2 p.m., NAU Bookstore (bldg. 35)
Attend a reception for Mr. Wells Mahkee (Zuni Pueblo Tribe), Managing Editor of the Navajo Hopi Observer newspaper.

Performance by NAU HAPA Hawaiian Club
Noon–2 p.m, NAU Bookstore (bldg. 35)
A social community service club to promote the understanding of the Pacific Rim cultures, members will perform a cultural dance.

Mayan Basket Weaving Demonstration
2 p.m.–5 p.m., NAU Bookstore (bldg. 35)
Maria Vasquez, Traditional Knowledge Scholar with the Applied Indigenous Program, will provide a Mayan basket weaving demonstration.

Thursday, November 20

Native American Film Series: “Paatuwaqatsi: Water, Land & Life”
7 p.m., Cline Library Assembly Hall (bldg. 28)
Guest:  Victor Masayesva Jr., Film Director
Hosted by Institute for Native Americans and Cline Library
Contact Institute for Native Americans, 523-6644


Friday, November 21

Miss Indian NAU Pageant
6–9:30 p.m., Cline Library Assembly Hall (bldg. 28) Free admission. 
Interested contestants may pick up a packet at the Native American Student Services office. 
Deadline to apply:  November 10, 2008 by 5 p.m. Go to: nau.edu/nass to download an application packet. 

Wednesday, November 26

Global Nurturing Through Cultural Knowledge
10 a.m.–11 a.m., SBS West (bldg. 70), room 9
Presenter:  AIS Resident Elder Bob Lomadafkie
Contact: Applied Indigenous Studies, 523-6624

Stars of the Navajo
How Day and Night Came to Be
Roles of Men and Women
Noon–1 p.m., SBS West (bldg. 70), room 9
Presenter:  AIS Resident Elder Maybelle Little
Contact: Applied Indigenous Studies, 523-6624

Compiled by Native American Student Services (NASS) nau.edu/nass