Wishes for a happy new year and a prosperous 2024 to you and your family. The Division of Social Services is offering Positive Indian Parenting class in January 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. 😊 Kellie Yazzie Foster Care Coordinator Division of Social Services Southern Ute Tribe Phone: 970.563.2337 Fax: 970.563.4865

Cradleboard Workshop Southern Ute Tribal Members are invited to join the Cultural Preservation Department for a Cradleboard Workshop with Ms. Jennifer GoodTracks! The workshop will be held every Thursday in January from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm in the Small Craftroom at the Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum. Materials will be available for the first ten (10) participants who register. *Registration is required.* Dinner will be provided. Register here: https://forms.gle/ibM3LdfFZ986cbFWA For more information, please contact Ms. Izabella Cloud, Cultural Education Coordinator at 970-563-2984.

The Behavioral Health Division is pleased to announce the beginning a new cycle of White Bison’s Medicine Wheel and 12-Step Program every Thursday, in-person, from 5:30pm to 7:00pm at the Southern Ute Cultural Center & Museum. This is in addition to the on-going Warrior Down Wellbriety Talking Circle held virtually via TEAMS every Monday from 12:00pm to 1:00pm. If you have any questions or you are interested in joining us, please call Marvina Olguin at Southern Ute Behavioral Health 970-563-5700 or email:  marolguin@southernute-nsn.gov Marvina Olguin Peer Recovery Coach SUHC-Behavioral Health marolguin@southernute-nsn.gov 970-563-2359 https://www.southernute-nsn.gov/tribal-health/behavioral-health/

Join the SU MPF Staff for the first Sip, Chat & Chew of 2024 from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. on January 19, 2024.  Please call (970) 563-2640 for more information.

Join Shining Mountain Health and Wellness on Friday January 19th at noon in the LCB Buckskin Charlie Room for a Cervical Cancer Awareness and prevention lunch and learn event. Lunch provided and RSVP REQUIRED. Thank you- Heather Sorensen, MSN, RN Program Manager, Shining Mountain Health and Wellness Southern Ute Indian Tribe 970-563-2349 office hsorensen@southernute-nsn.gov

SUIMA’s upper elementary students are collecting winter clothing for students in the Pine Ridge, South Dakota schools until February 9, 2024. Drop off locations are: The Southern Ute Indian Montessori Academy, Sun Ute Rec. Center, Hall of Warriors in the Leaonard C. Burch Building, Southern Ute Museum, and the Sky Ute Casino. If you have any questions, please call the school at 970-563-0253.

The Behavioral Health Division is pleased to announce the beginning a new cycle of White Bison’s Warrior Down Wellbriety Talking Circle.  It is held virtually via TEAMS every Monday from 12:00pm to 1:00pm. If you have any questions or you are interested in joining us, please call Marvina Olguin at Southern Ute Behavioral Health 970-563-5700 or email:  marolguin@southernute-nsn.gov Marvina Olguin Peer Recovery Coach SUHC-Behavioral Health marolguin@southernute-nsn.gov 970-563-2359 https://www.southernute-nsn.gov/tribal-health/behavioral-health/

Just a reminder the Ute Storytelling event beings tonight at 5:30 PM in the Large Classroom located at the Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum! We're beyond thrilled to have the incredible Southern Ute Elders: Russell Box Sr. and Pearl Casias, along with the Southern Ute Royalty joining us to share their mesmerizing stories and wisdom. And guess what? We've got a treat for your taste buds too! Dinner will be served, so come hungry and ready to feast on delicious bites while listening to the captivating tales. Mark your calendars, set your reminders, and get ready for a night of laughter, learning, and community connection. Event Details: 📅 When: Monday, January 22nd starting at 5:30 PM 📍 Where: Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum Bring your friends, family, and good vibes. Let's make this an evening to remember! For any questions or more details, feel free to contact Raelynn Frauenhoff at 970-563-2998 or Izabella Cloud at 970-563-2984. See you there! #UteStorytelling #CommunityConnection #SouthernUteElders #CultureCelebration Photo Credit: Divine Windy Boy | Southern Ute Drum

Wishes for a happy new year and a prosperous 2024 to you and your family. The Division of Social Services is offering Positive Indian Parenting class in January 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. 😊 Kellie Yazzie Foster Care Coordinator Division of Social Services Southern Ute Tribe Phone: 970.563.2337 Fax: 970.563.4865

Wishes for a happy new year and a prosperous 2024 to you and your family. The Division of Social Services is offering Positive Indian Parenting class in January 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. 😊 Kellie Yazzie Foster Care Coordinator Division of Social Services Southern Ute Tribe Phone: 970.563.2337 Fax: 970.563.4865