SUGF: CLOSED for EAD
2026-06-25 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Denver)
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 MPF: Shawl Making Workshop
2026-06-25 10:30 - 15:00, 2026-06-30 17:30 - 20:00

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.

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 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.

SU Cultural Preservation: ED 290 Ute Phonology
2026-06-26 17:00 - 20:00, 2026-06-27 08:30 - 16:30
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 MPF: Indoor Yard Sale
2026-06-27 09:00 - 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: Food Sale
2026-06-29 11:30 - 15:00

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 Elders Services: Movie Day (Farmington)
2026-06-30 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-07-07 09:00 - 17:00

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

Ignacio Out & Equal Alliance: Summer Food for Kids
2026-06-30 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: Sewing & Beading
2026-06-30 17:30 - 20:00
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SU MPF: July Senior Breakfast
2026-07-01 10:00 - 11:30

SU Economic Development: Farmers Market
2026-07-01 11:00 - 14:00

SU Tribal Office Closure: Independence Day
2026-07-03 08:00 - 17:00
In observance of Independence Day, the Permanent Fund, Growth Fund, and SUSS offices will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2026. Normal business hours will resume on Monday, July 6, 2026. Have a safe and fun holiday with your family and loved ones. Thank you!

COYAC Application Deadline
2026-07-05 00:00 - 17:00

Tri-Ute Games 2026
2026-07-06 - 2026-07-10

SU Elder Committee Meeting
2026-07-06 09:00 - 11:00

SU Utilities: SHUT OFF DAY
2026-07-08 08:00 - 10:00
Southern Ute Utilities’ July updates and announcements now live! Please read the holiday schedule and office hours. If you have any questions, please call the Utilities Office at (970) 563-5500

SU Election Day: Tribal Chairman
2026-07-10 07:00 - 19:00
Southern Ute Indian Tribe
2026 Special Election
One (1) Tribal Chairman Seat
Resigned: Melvin J. Baker
The Election Board has determined these are the dates for the upcoming 2026 Special Election according to the Constitution, Election Code, and Resolution No. 2026-095.
Special Election- Friday, July 10, 2026, from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Voter Registration Deadline- Wednesday, July 01, 2026, by 5:00 PM
Absentee Ballot Request Deadline- Wednesday, July 01, 2026, by 5:00 PM
Emergency Ballot Request Deadline- Thursday, July 09, 2026, by 5:00 PM
The 2026 Special Election will be held at 285 Lakin St. Ignacio, CO
Contact the Election Board at (970) 563-0100 ext. 2303/2305/2729/2730
Off-Reservation Tribal Members call 1-800-772-1236 ext. 2303 or email election@southernute-nsn.gov.
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SU Education: Film Workshop
2026-07-13 - 2026-07-21
The Southern Ute Education Department is putting together its Annual Film Making Workshop for Southern Ute and First Descendant High School Students. This will be a two-week camp with limited spots.

For more information or to register contact ShaRay Rock at 970-563-2794 of Dustin Weaver at 970-563-2786 or stop by the Education Department.

SUDEP: Adobe Photoshop Training
2026-07-14 08:00 - 17:00
The Southern Ute Digital Equity Program (SUDEP) is excited to offer Adobe Photoshop training on July 14, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM! 📸🎨
Learn how to edit photos and videos and build your creative skills. Registration priority will be given to Southern Ute Tribal Members. Sign up today online: https://www.southernute-nsn.gov/sudep/
For more information, please contact SUDEP at 970-563-5555.

SU Elders Services: Casino Trip (Towaoc)
2026-07-14 09:00 - 17:00

SU MPF: Sew & Quilt
2026-07-14 10:00 - 15:00

SU Agriculture: Livestock Vaccination Lunch & Learn
2026-07-14 12:00 - 13:00
