SunUte knows this is over a month away, but we are excited to get the word out! Volleyball camp for boys and girls ages 8-17 will take place on March 8, 2024, at SunUte Community Center from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pizza to follow!! Cost is $5/participant. Call SunUte at 970-563-0214 for more questions or Kelsey Frost at 970-563-2660.
The Southern Ute Cultural Preservation Department is seeking submissions from Southern Ute Tribal Members for the 102nd Annual Southern Ute Tribal Fair logo and theme contest. Artwork should be no larger than 8.5in X 11in. Deadline to submit is March 8, 2024. For questions or more information, please contact Sherisa Valdez at 970-563-2988. Toghoyaqh, Crystal Rizzo (She/her/hers) Director Cultural Preservation Department Southern Ute Indian Tribe Office: 970-563-2306 Mobile: 970-553-0087 crrizzo@southernute-nsn.gov | www.southernute-nsn.gov
The Southern Ute Powwow Committee is requesting bids for the 2024 Southern Ute Bear Dance Powwow for the following services: Cleaning Crew Security PA/Sound System Deadline submission is April 29, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. Please submit all bids to: Southern Ute Pow Wow Committee PO Box 737, #16 Ignacio, CO 81137 or soutepowwow@southernute-nsn.gov For questions, please contact Vice-Chairman, Rochelle Aguilar, at (970) 563-2990 or Secretary, Valerie Armstrong, at (970) 317-3585.
Tri-Utes are back this 2024! The Southern Ute Indian Tribe is hosting this year’s Tri-Ute Games and is looking for athletes and coaches! Save the date for mid-summer 2024, exact dates will be announced before the end of March. Packet pick-up for coaches and players will be at SunUte Recreation. Please contact SunUte Recreation at (970) 563-0214 and request the following Recreation staff members for assistance: Darnell (2667), Elijah (2655), Kelsey (2660), or Bird (2664). Deadline for packet submission will be May 3, 2024
Join SunUte Recreation on an awesome Skiing and Snowboarding trip to Telluride! Come to the SunUte Community Center front desk to sign up or call (970) 563-0214 for more information. Sign up by March 27, 2024.
Curious how AI is changing our world? Join the Southern Ute Digital Equity Program's FREE workshop on Thursday, March 7th! Learn the basics, explore applications, and see how AI impacts your life. This training is taught by San Juan College. Breakfast & lunch will be provided. Please call 970-563-5555 to sign up today!
The Southern Ute Indian Tribe’s Tribal Health Department and Construction & Project Management Teams will hold informational meetings on the proposed Healing Community Project. This project will include a residential substance use disorder treatment center, behavioral health outpatient services and housing components. See how the Healing Community concept plans to address substance use disorder with a holistic model for healing tribal, community members and their families. Please join the Southern Ute Tribal Health Department and Southern Ute Construction and Project Management for the upcoming Community Engagement meeting for the Healing Community project, a residential substance use disorder treatment center, with behavioral health outpatient services and housing components. Meetings have been scheduled on March 6th, at 5:30 p.m. and a lunch time meeting on March 7th, at 12:10 p.m., for both Tribal & Community Members at the Southern Ute Multi-Purpose Facility. Please contact Lynn Archuleta, Tribal Housing Executive Assistant, at (970 563-2720 for any questions related to the scheduled meetings.
The Division of Social Services is offering Positive Indian Parenting class in March 2024 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from noon to 3pm. This class is free and open to all. It does require an email address, a smart device and a solid internet connection for the three-hour class. We invite you to participate. Call Kellie at SU Division of Social Services at (970) 563-2337.
Southern Ute DSS is bringing in a second class for the Tribal Community! This class, Fatherhood/Motherhood is Sacred class is geared towards Parents and/or family members in the community that would like to engage in a class that discusses cultural preservation while re-vitalizing the sacred roles of Fatherhood and Motherhood. NAFFA or Native American Fatherhood and Families Association along with Founder and President Albert M. Pooley (Hopi/Navajo) has designed this class to emphasize that families are the heart of all cultures. “Our method is to uplift, encourage, assist, and teach. Fulfilling life with hope, gratitude, and understanding has a powerful effect in changing attitudes and behavior. There is no better way. ” Classes start January 30, 2024, and will continue through the month of February as stated in the flyer below. Please call (970) 563-2335 for more information. SU