Scholarship applications are available for Southern Ute Tribal Members for the upcoming 2024-2025 academic year. Please note deadlines and submit accordingly. Contact Michael Kirsch, Assistant Director for more information. (970) 563-2783 mkirsch@southernute-nsn.gov.
Lake Capote will be celebrating their 60th Anniversary this year! The Lake will be hosting a season long Fishing Derby. If you catch a tagged fish, you win a prize. ( prizes will vary) Hours of Operation: Monday-Sunday Sunup to Sundown Bait shop: Monday-Sunday 8:00 am-6:00pm If you have any questions, you can contact Lake Capote at (970) 883-2273 or the Wildlife Division at (970) 563-0130.
The 2024 Summer Club for the Boys and Girls Club of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe will be June 10, 2024 - August 9, 2024. No club July 4-12, 2024. Ages 6-18, limited space available. Tribal member meeting is April 30, 2024 @ 5:30 p.m. at the Mouache Room at SunUte Community Center. Community meetings will be May 14, 2024 @ 12 p.m. and May 21, 2024 @ 5:30 p.m. For any questions, contact SUBGC @ (970) 563-4753 or bgcstaff@southernute-nsn.gov
SunUte would like to share Summer Pool Hours information with the community. Pool hours will be Monday- Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 7:45 p.m. Saturday and Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. The pool will not be available during Swimming Lessons on Monday, Wednesday, or Fridays 9:00-11:15 a.m. There is one lap lane available for adult lap swim only. For more information, please call Abel Velasquez, Fitness Director, at (970) 563-2651.
Elders Services will be taking Elders to Farmington, NM, for shopping on June 11, 2024. Van will depart Elders Services at 10:00 a.m. Please call Elder Services at (970) 563-2309 to inquire or to request your name be added to the activities list.
You are welcome to join us on Tuesday, June 11th from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm in the Buckskin Charley Room for the next training session hosted by the Southern Ute Vocational Rehabilitation Program. “Unpacking Workplace Stress: Practical Tools for a Balanced Life” Please RSVP to Misha Weaver at Ext. 2207 or email her at mweaver@southernute-nsn.gov “Life is a journey, not a destination.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Southern Ute MPF will hold Quilting Class on June 12-13, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Please contact the Facility at (970) 563-2640 or email multipurpose@southernute-nsn.gov
Join Shining Mountain Health and Wellness for our monthly Breastfeeding and Parenting Support Group. Meet other parents and families and learn something new from our certified lactation counselors while enjoying a healthy lunch. Second Thursday of the month from 12-1pm, downstairs in the Mouache Capote Building, 116 Capote Drive, Ignacio. Contact Shawmarie Tso at 970-563-2163.
June 15th is Elder Abuse Awareness Day. In honor of this Department of Social Services and Elder Services will be hosting Elder Abuse Awareness Appreciation Dinner on Thursday June 13th from 4 – 6 P.M. Agenda includes speakers on services for tribal elders, dinner, and informational booths. If you are an elder, please plan on attending this event, caregivers and caretakers are also welcome to attend with the elder.
Sip, Chat and Chew will be held on June 14, 2024, from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at the Southern Ute Multi-Purpose Facility. Please contact the Facility at (970) 563-2640 for additional information.