This year, SunUte will be opening enrollment for the Tri-Ute Games to Southern Ute 2nd descendants! We are so happy to be able provide this opportunity and look forward to all the new participants! Our new athlete application deadline is May 24th. We are encouraging all enrolled Southern Ute Tribal members and Southern Ute 1st and 2nd descendants to sign up!  Requirements: Must be an enrolled SU Tribal Member OR a SU 1st or 2nd descendant Ages 9-18 Must be able to provide a CIB or letter of descendancy (can be provided by TIS)

Please take notice of the extended deadline for the 2024 Senior Graduates photo requests for The Southern Ute Drum. The deadline is now Friday, May 24.

The Southern Ute Justice and Regulatory Department is happy to share the Agenda and the week’s events to show appreciation to our Law Enforcement staff who remain committed to protecting and serving our tribal community each and every day. The Southern Ute Tribal Court will also be honoring former Chief Judges Pearl E. Casias and the late Rita “Elaine” Newton with bronze plaques that will be showcased in the lobby of the Justice Complex.  Light refreshments will be served following the honoring and dedication. We invite those who have time to attend this worthwhile event that allows us to acknowledge our colleagues who protect and serve the Southern Ute tribal community and also those who have done the courageous work in previous years on behalf of Southern Ute Law Enforcement. Should you have question related to the Memorial Day Event or need clarification related to the agenda, please contact the Justice and Regulatory Department at (970) 563-2800.

Tribal Community and Home Health Services will be offering a beginner Tai Chi for Health class Wednesday afternoons beginning May 8. Classes will be 2-3 pm in the Southern Ute Museum classroom.  Any questions can be directed to Karen, 970-563-2340.

The Southern Ute Bear Dance Workshop is scheduled for Thursday, May 16, 2024, from 9:00am-12:00pm, at the Sky Ute Casino Event Center. For questions, please contact Sherisa Valdez at 970-563-2988.

The Sky Ute Casino is proud to announce Bingo is coming back the Sky Ute Casino and Resort!  On Thursday, May 16, 2024, Southern Ute tribal members are invited to attend a private Bingo games event.  Doors open at 5:00 p.m.  Southern Ute tribal members are also welcome to bring (1) guest.  Drawings will be held throughout the event.  For more information, please contact Edward Box, III, at (970) 563-7777.

SUIMA will be holding their annual Field Day on Friday, May 17, 2024 from 9:30am-1:00pm at the Sun Ute Field.  If you have any questions, please call the school at 970-563-0253.

The remaining scheduled fRIDAY  lunch Ute Language Classes for the month of May are CANCELLED. The class will resume June 7th and more information will be forthcoming.

The Southern Ute Behavioral Health Division will be hosting the 2nd Annual Recovery Retreat on Saturday, May 18th and has a small block of rooms at a discounted rate. Please book your rooms with the discounted room rate under “Recovery Retreat”. Marvina Olguin Peer Recovery Coach SUHC-Behavioral Health marolguin@southernute-nsn.gov 970-563-2359 https://www.southernute-nsn.gov/tribal.../behavioral-health/

The Agriculture Division is hosting the Farm Equipment class on May 21, 2024 at 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm at the Custom Farm Shop located at 655 CR 517. For your information, please call Mr. Kevin Mallow at 970.563.2901.