Southern Ute Indian Tribe

SU MPF: July Senior Breakfast
2026-07-01 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Denver)
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SU MPF: Sewing & Beading
2026-06-30 17:30 - 20:00

SU MPF: Shawl Making Workshop
2026-06-30 17:30 - 20:00, 2026-06-25 10:30 - 15:00, 2026-06-23 17:30 - 20:00, 2026-06-23 10:30 - 15:00

Ignacio Out & Equal Alliance: Summer Food for Kids
2026-06-30 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-06-23 12:00 - 13:00
We’re excited to share that Summer Food for Kids is back in Ignacio!

Thanks to a partnership between Pine River Shares, the Ignacio Community Library, and Ignacio Out & Equal Alliance, free food bags will be available throughout the summer for children and youth ages 18 and younger.

Program Details
June 2 – August 6
Ignacio Community Library
• Food bags available every Tuesday – Starting TOMORROW, JUNE 2!
• 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
• No cost and no registration required

Who Can Participate?
All Pine River Valley children and youth ages 18 and younger
No registration required
Free of chargE

For more information or to reserve a neighborhood food bag, please call 970-884-6040.

Please help us spread the word by sharing this information with families, friends, neighbors, and community members. Together, we can help ensure that every child has access to nutritious food throughout the summer.

Thank you,
Trennie Burch (she/they)
Executive Director | Ignacio Out & Equal Alliance
In partnership with Pine River Shares and the Ignacio Community Library
“When everyone shares, no one goes without.”

SU MPF: Youth Cooking w/Lisa
2026-06-30 10:30 - 13:30

SU Elders Services: Movie Day (Farmington)
2026-06-30 09:00 - 17:00

SU Wildlife: Lone Mesa State Park Permit Requests OPEN
2026-06-30 08:00 - 2026-07-17 17:00
Lone Mesa State Park Access Permits Available for SUIT Tribal Members
Lone Mesa State Park is located within the Brunot Treaty area. It lies 23 miles north of the town of Dolores and encompasses 11,760 acres of incredibly scenic land, ranging in elevation from about 7,200 feet to just over 9,000 feet. A high-quality Special Use Permit program allows limited public hunting during the big game seasons.
The Southern Ute Wildlife Division will have six (6) Lone Mesa State Park Access Permits available to Southern Ute tribal member hunters for the 2026 Hunting Season.
Permit holders will be allowed choose one established hunt season to access Lone Mesa State Park. Season dates and weapon restrictions will apply.
The access permits will either be available for first-come first-serve, or through a draw if there is sufficient interest. Deadline for sign-up is Friday, July 17th , 2026.
Please contact the Wildlife Division at (970) 563- 0130 for more information.

SU MPF: Food Sale
2026-06-29 11:30 - 15:00

SU Agriculture: Livestock Vaccination Lunch & Learn Registration Open
2026-06-29 08:00 - 2026-07-08 16:00
Please join the Southern Ute Indian Tribe’s Agriculture Division
July 14, from 12:00pm to 1:00pm, at 655 CR 517, Ignacio, CO
Lunch and learn!!
This month’s discussion will be on “Livestock Vaccinations”
Bring your questions and your appetite, lunch will be provided.
Please RSVP by calling 970-563-2900 by 4:00pm, July 8,2026.

SU MPF: Indoor Yard Sale
2026-06-27 09:00 - 15:00

SU Cultural Preservation: ED 290 Ute Phonology
2026-06-27 08:30 - 16:30, 2026-06-26 17:00 - 20:00, 2026-06-20 08:30 - 16:30, 2026-06-19 17:00 - 20:00
We are excited to offer a class on Ute Phonology (sounds).

Dates: June 5-6, 19-20. 26-27
July 10-11

Times: Friday 5:15-8:15
Saturday 8:30-4:30

Location: SUCCM Library

All material will be provided. All levels are welcome.

Please scan the QR Code to register.

If you have any questions, please call (970) 563-2986.

SU DSS: 3rd Annual Elder Appreciation Symposium
2026-06-26 12:00 - 17:00
Please join the Southern Ute Division of Social Services on June 26, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m., at the Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum’s Large Classroom for the 3rd Annual Elder Appreciation Symposium. For more information, please contact Lisa Bond, at (970) 563-2331.

SUBH: Mental Health First Aid Group
2026-06-26 08:00 - 17:00
Southern Ute Behavioral Health is offering another round of Mental Health First Aid for adults!
This free training is for adults age 18 and up to help learn how to spot signs of mental health challenges in their friends, loved ones, and neighbors, and offer real support. In this training participants learn important information about different kinds of mental health challenges. Learn about signs, symptoms, how to help someone in a mental health crisis, and an action plan for helping people access community resources.
Please see the flyer for more details, there will be 8 hours of in person, hands-on instruction, and lunch will be provided. For more information on enrolling in this free training, email James Wilson at: jawilson@southernute-nsn.gov

SU Tribal Services: Brain Injury Awareness Luncheon
2026-06-25 11:30 - 13:30
Please join the Southern Ute Indian Tribe and MINDSOURCE Brain Injury Network for an afternoon of shared food, community support, and meaningful learning. Since brain injuries are often invisible, it can be hard for people to recognize them or truly understand what someone is going through. Join us to find resources, share your experiences, and support community well-being. All community members and staff are welcome! Please see the attached flyer for the date, time, location, and full schedule.

For more information please contact, Tribal Services Department at 970-563-2264.

SUGF: CLOSED for EAD
2026-06-25 08:00 - 17:00
Southern Ute Growth Fund Office Building Closure | 2026 Employee Appreciation Day The Southern Ute Growth Fund office building will be closed on Thursday, June 25, for our annual Employee Appreciation Day. If you need assistance during this time, please call our main line at (970) 563-5000 and leave a voicemail. Tribal Members attempting to reach SUDEP may call (970) 563-5555 and leave a voicemail. All calls will be returned once we resume normal business operations. Thank you for your understanding.

SU Economic Development: Farmers Market
2026-06-24 11:00 - 14:00
Come join Economic Development for our weekly Píinu Núuchi Farmers Market at Sky Ute Casino Resort on Wednesday, June 24th, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM!
We have an amazing lineup of amazing vendors and food vendors will be Crazy Coop, Phishy Bear Burger, Tortilleria de Flor, Miss Mandy with her delicious fry bread and other goodies, Herbie Family Farms, C&S Creations, MJ Ranch — and the list goes on!
Whether you’re looking for a delicious lunch, fresh local products, handcrafted items, sweet treats, or unique gifts, there’s something for everyone. Come enjoy your lunch break, support local vendors, and celebrate community with us!

SU Economic Development: Starting Smart - Business Foundations for Tribal Entrepreneurs
2026-06-23 11:00 - 13:00
Southern Ute Economic Development in partnership with D&E Business Solutions presents Starting Small: Business Foundations for Tribal Entrepreneurs.

This 3-part workshop series will take place on:
• June 23rd
• July 21st
• August 25th

These workshops are open to Southern Ute Tribal Members & Families.

If you are interested in starting a business, launching a side hustle, or turning a skill into income, this workshop is for you!
Please reach out to Allison Wall for more information and the registration link: awall@southernute-nsn.gov.

SU Elders Services: Scenic Drive (Silverton)
2026-06-23 09:00 - 17:00
Van will depart Elders Services at 9 am.

SUCCM: Pino Nuche Indigenous Art Market & Juried Show Registration OPEN
2026-06-22 08:00 - 2026-08-06 17:00
The Southern Ute Cultural Center & Museum (SUCCM) is excited to announce the Fifth Annual Pino Nuche Indigenous Art Market and Juried Show held at the Sky Ute Casino and Resort Event Center on Friday, August 7, through Sunday, August 9. The Pino Nuche Indigenous Art Market and Juried Show allows for Native artists from all over the United States a location to sell their various art pieces and showcase their beautiful work in a juried show format.
Applications for both the Juried Show, Crafters/Non-Juried Show entries are now available on our website, southernutemuseum.org (or follow the QR Code on our flyers!)
Important Dates:
Early Bird & Juried Show Application Deadline – Friday, July 3.
Crafters and Non-Juried Show Application Deadline – Friday, August 6. (Onsite Registration will be available.)
SUCCM truly believes it can affect positive community relations by affirming the Indigenous perspective directly from Indigenous voices. This Art Market is proof of the importance of preserving, protecting, and promoting Indigenous made artwork in a safe and tribally sanctioned environment.
SUCCM Mission Statement: The Southern Ute Culture Center and Museum’s mission is to foster understanding of and respect for the unique origin, culture, language, history, and way of life of the Núuchiu (Ute People) and to advance people-to-people relations through inclusive and effective programming and services.
For more information about our Art Market, or if you would like to apply, please contact Special Projects Support, Waynoka Whiteskunk at wwhiteskunk@southernute-nsn.gov, 970-563-2972, or Museum Business Manager, Samantha Maez at smaez@southernute-nsn.gov, 970-563-2982.

SU Elders Services: Silverton Ride
2026-06-21 09:00 - 17:00

Ignacio Out and Equal Alliance: Pride Celebration
2026-06-20 10:00 - 16:00
We are excited to invite you to the 1st Annual Bayfield + Ignacio Pride Celebration, presented by Bayfield Queers and Ignacio Out & Equal Alliance!

This community-centered event is a celebration of love, identity, culture, visibility, and belonging. Whether you are part of the LGBTQ2S+ community, a family member, friend, ally, or supporter, we welcome you to join us for a day of connection, joy, and community.

Date: June 20, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Behind the Pine River Community Resource Center
658 S East Street, Bayfield, CO

Family-friendly fun, community resources, vendors, entertainment, and opportunities to connect with neighbors from across Southwest Colorado.

This event is made possible through the support of our sponsors and community partners, including Pine River Shares and Cream Bean Berry.

We believe everyone deserves to be celebrated, seen, and supported. Come help us make history as we launch this new Pride tradition for Bayfield, Ignacio, and the surrounding communities.
For more information or to inquire about becoming a vendor, connect with us on Facebook or Instagram:
• @bayfieldqueers
• @ignaciooutandequal

We look forward to celebrating with you!
With gratitude,

Trennie R. Burch
Executive Director | Co-Founder
Ignacio Out and Equal Alliance

SU Tribal Office Closure
2026-06-19 08:00 - 17:00
In observance of Juneteenth, the Permanent Fund, Growth Fund, and SUSS offices will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026. Normal business hours will resume on Monday, June 22, 2026. Thank you!

SU Credit Committee: Vacancy Notice
2026-06-19
The Southern Ute Tribal Credit Committee (“Committee”) is looking for eligible tribal member applicants to serve on the Committee. The appointment is for a three (3) year term. This is a paid Committee: IRS Guidelines and a Criminal Background Check are necessary.

The primary purpose of the Committee is to evaluate and render decisions regarding Secured Home Loan applications and monitor and evaluate the Tribal Credit loan programs and make recommendations to Tribal Council. The Committee has scheduled weekly meetings.

Interested Tribal Members are asked to submit a letter of interest to the Tribal Credit Committee, PO Box 737 #60, Ignacio, CO 81137, or by email to zvogenthaler@southernute-nsn.gov.

The letter should include the full name and contact information of the applicant, along with a detailed explanation of their relevant experience that would aid in making credit decisions, as well as a description of why they would be a good fit for the position. If you have any questions, please speak with Zeb Vogenthaler at 970-563-2458.
