Southern Ute Indian Tribe

University of Denver: Tribal Wills Clinic
2024-12-27 - 2024-12-31
The University of Denver’s Sturm College of Law will return to the Southern Ute Reservation on December 27, 28, 30 & 31, 2024, to facilitate the Tribal Wills Clinic for (15) Southern Ute Tribal Members who are interested in drafting a will. This will be held at Sky Ute Casino Resort. The Tribal Wills Clinic is a group of volunteers including law students and licensed attorneys, who donate their time to help Tribal Members write wills. The services are free and the process takes about 4 hours, spread over two days.
To make an appointment, please contact Mr. John Roach at (505) 716-6788 for more information.
2024 Tribal Will Proj Flyer for Southern Ute December 2024

SunUte MPF: Healthy Cooking w/L. Smith & Ute Bingo
2024-12-30 10:00 - 14:30 (America/Denver)
Healthy Cooking with Lisa Smith and Ute Bingo will be held on Monday, December 30, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. at the SU MPF.

SU Tribal Office Closure
2024-12-31 15:00 - 17:00
Tribal Office Closure Notice

In observance of the New Year, the Permanent Fund, Growth Fund, and SUSS offices will close at 3:00 PM on Tuesday, December 31, 2024. Normal business hours will resume on Thursday, January 2, 2025. Happy New Year

SU Tribal Office Closure 01012025
2025-01-01
In observance of the New Year, the Permanent Fund, Growth Fund, and SUSS offices will be closed on Wednesday, January 1, 2025. Normal business hours will resume on Thursday, January 2, 2025. ✨Happy New Year ✨

SunUte MPF: Jerky & Tortilla Making Class
2025-01-02 10:00 - 14:30
On Thursday, January 2, 2025, the SU MPF will provide a class for youth on making Jerky and Tortillas from 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Please call the SU MPF at (970) 563-2640 for more information.

SunUte MPF: Craft Projects for Youth
2025-01-03 10:00 - 14:30
The Crafts Projects for Youth Class has been postponed to the Spring time. Look for future postings and updates or call (970) 563-2640 for more information.

SU Cultural Preservation: Indian Taco Sale
2025-01-03 11:30 - 13:30
On Friday, January 3, 2025, from 11:30am-1:30pm, the NÚU’APAGHAPI WAYGAY is hosting a Navajo Taco sale to raise funds for the community Ute language class. Please join us at the SunUte Community Center and get your taco! For more information, contact Dr. Stacey Oberly at 970-382-1878.

SunUte: FLC v. Navajo Tech
2025-01-04 17:30 - 21:30
🏀 Come one come all and meet the players of FLC and Navajo Tech! 🏀
Shoot around with them and get to know the players before their big night here at SunUte.
After the meet and greet, join us in a free throw contest. If you think you have the skill (or luck), come show it off!
Get your chance to win a prize the next day at the game! If you are in the top shooters on Friday, you can get the opportunity to shoot during halftime and win a grand prize!
The FLC vs. Navajo Tech game tickets will be given away at the Meet and Greet, so don’t miss your opportunity to get yours!

SMHW: Shining Mountain Fresh January Sign-Up
2025-01-07 - 2025-01-27
Greetings! Shining Mountain Heatlh and Wellness is pleased to bring you our Shining Mountain Fresh offering for January 2025:
Spanish Chickpea Stew…easy and full of flavor. A meat-free dish can help support your health and the environment so
try meatless meals twice a week, starting with this one!
Sign up using the QR code on the flyer or the link below by Monday, January 27th with meal kit pickup on Wednesday, January 29th.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SMFJan2025

SU Elders Services: Movie Day - Durango
2025-01-07 11:00 - 16:00
Southern Ute Elders services will be taking Elders to the movie on January 7, 2025. The van will depart at 11:0o a.m. Please call (970) 563-2309 to have your name added to the list.

SU Utilities: Shut Off Day Notice
2025-01-08 08:00 - 10:00
Wednesday, January 8th is shut-off day. Please pay your bill before 10:00 a.m. on this day to avoid any late fees. You can also call the Utilities office at 970-563-5500 with any questions. Thank for your business.

SU MPF: January Senior Breakfast
2025-01-08 10:00 - 11:30
Start the new year with a great breakfast and enjoy the company of your friends at the Senior Breakfast.
The breakfast is open to all Senior Citizens 55 Years and older.

Permanent Fund Office Closure Notice 01/09/2025
2025-01-09
President Biden has declared Thursday, January 9, a National Day of Mourning to remember the life and legacy of James Earl Carter Jr., the 39th President of the United States, and has issued an Executive Order for the closure of federal offices.
In alignment, Tribal Council has approved the closure of the Permanent Fund offices on Thursday, January 9, 2025. Sky Ute Casino Resort, Growth Fund, and SUSS offices will remain open.
Permanent Fund business hours will resume on Friday, January 10, 2025.

SU MPF: January Indoor Yard Sale
2025-01-11 09:00 - 15:00
Bring all of your yard sale items to the Southern Ute MPF and sell old stuff to make room for the new items you received for Christmas.

Yard Sale is 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Make and Take Crafting will be 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

The Concession will be open around 11:30 a.m. For more information on the event or general SU MPF questions, please call (970) 563-2640.

SU Education: Study Abroad Trip Sign-Up LIVE
2025-01-13 - 2025-02-21
The Southern Ute Education Department is thrilled to announce an incredible opportunity for Southern Ute high school students, ages 15-18, to participate in a study abroad program this summer! This program is designed to provide students with a unique cultural experience, enhance their educational journey, and broaden their global perspectives.

Participants will have the chance to immerse themselves in a new culture, learn from diverse educational systems, and develop valuable skills that will benefit their future endeavors. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore the world and gain a deeper understanding of different cultures.

For more details about the program, including eligibility criteria and application deadlines, please refer to the attached flyer.
Southern Ute Education Applications are currently being accepted through February 14, 2025. The AFS-USA Application is due March 1, 2025.

If you have any questions or need further information, feel free to contact the Southern Ute Education Department at (970) 563-2794 or (970) 563-2783.

SU Elders Services: Shopping Trip - Farmington
2025-01-14 09:00 - 17:00
Southern Ute Elders services will be taking Elders shopping on January 14, 2025. The van will depart at 9:0o a.m. Please call (970) 563-2309 to have your name added to the list.

SU MPF: Quilting & Sewing Class
2025-01-14 10:00 - 2025-01-15 15:30

SMHW: Cervical Cancer Lunch & Learn
2025-01-16 12:00 - 13:00
Join the Southern Ute Shining Mountain Health and Wellness and Ute Mountain Ute Women’s Wellness Program for our Cervical Cancer Awareness Lunch and Learn, Thursday 1/16 from 12-1pm at the Southern Ute Museum Large Classroom.

They have a few spots left! RSVP required. Sign up today if you are interested using the QR code or the link below:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CervicalCancerLunch_2025

SU MPF: Sip, Chat & Chew
2025-01-17 11:30 - 13:30

SUBH: Youth DBT Group Therapy
2025-01-17 13:00 - 14:00
Behavioral Health Therapist, Cedra Etesam will be hosting youth DBT groups on FRIDAYS instead of Wednesdays at the Ignacio Community Library from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Groups start on: Friday, January 17th

Please see attached flyer for additional information or Call Cedra at (970) 563-2297.

SUBH: Adult DBT Group Therapy
2025-01-17 14:30 - 15:30, 2025-01-24 14:30 - 15:30
Behavioral Health Therapist, Cedra Etesam will be hosting adult DBT groups virtually on FRIDAYS from 2:30-3:30 p.m.

For more information and the link, please call Cedra at (970) 563-2297.

Please see attached flyer for additional information!

SU Tribal Office Closure Notice 01/20/2025
2025-01-20
In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the Permanent Fund, Growth Fund, and SUSS offices will be closed on Monday, January 20, 2025. Normal business hours will resume on Tuesday, January 21, 2025.

SU Elders Services: Movie - Durango
2025-01-21 11:00 - 17:00
Southern Ute Elders services will be taking Elders to the movie in Durango on January 21, 2025. The van will depart at 11:0o a.m. Please call (970) 563-2309 to have your name added to the list.

SUBH: Mending Broken Hearts
2025-01-21 17:30 - 19:30
Peer Recovery Coaches, Marvina Olguin and Preston Barry will be starting their 2025 season group of Mending Broken Hearts.
The flyer for this group is attached above.
For more information please contact:
Marvina: (970).563.2359
Preston: (970). 563.5714

SUBH: Youth DBT Group Therapy
2025-01-24 13:00 - 14:00
Behavioral Health Therapist, Cedra Etesam will be hosting youth DBT groups on FRIDAYS instead of Wednesdays at the Ignacio Community Library from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Please see attached flyer for additional information or Call Cedra at (970) 563-2297.

SU MPF: January Honor our Youth Community Pow Wow
2025-01-25 14:00 - 22:00

SU Elders Services: Casino Trip - Farmington
2025-01-28 10:00 - 17:00
Southern Ute Elders services will be taking Elders to the Casino in Farmington on January 28, 2025. The van will depart at 10:0o a.m. Please call (970) 563-2309 to have your name added to the list.

SU MPF - Traditional Beading & Sewing Day Session
2025-01-28 10:00 - 2025-01-30 15:30

SU MPF: Beading & Sewing Evening Session
2025-01-28 17:30 - 2025-01-30 19:30
