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  • Akwesasne Museum Raised Beadwork Techniques Workshop

    May 24, 2012

    Mary Clause, Tuscarora, instructor $20. US fee Call 358-2461 to sign up! FRIDAY, JUNE 15 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM SATURDAY, JUNE 16 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM SUNDAY, JUNE 17 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM These classes are made possible with public funds from the New York State Council on the Arts....

  • FREE BEGINNER GARDENER WORKSHOP

    May 24, 2012

    WHEN? FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2012 8:30 – 12:00 NOON WHERE: ANOWARAKO:WA ARENA TURTLE ROOM WHAT? LEARNING THE BASICS OF VEGETABLE GARDENING HOW? REGISTER BY CALLING MCA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 613-575-2250, EXT. #1052 GIVEAWAYS! REFRESHMENTS! HANDOUTS! LEARN ABOUT SEEDS TO HARVEST AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN! Provided in partnership with Indian Agriculture Program of Ontario, MCA Environment and Community Health Programs...

  • To Whom It May Concern:

    May 24, 2012

    This is our official letter announcing we will be accepting applications for the Pyke Family Memorial Scholarship. The criteria are as follows: A. Applicant must be an enrolled member of a First Nations B. Applicant must write a letter of application C. Applicant must include a copy of acceptance letter D. Applicant must include a copy of high school transcripts We are accepting applications from students going into any field. Applications have to be hand delivered to Mohawk Vision, Rt. 37 Monday through Friday between 9:00am & 4:30pm. No...

  • The Akwesasne Freedom School is now accepting applications for students in Pre Kindergarten for the 2012/2013 school year.

    May 24, 2012

    Parents can stop by the school and pick up an application any time Monday to Friday 9:00am to 3:30pm. Students must be 4 years of age by December 31st 2012. • Receiving day for new and returning students has been tentatively scheduled for July 23rd, 2012. Parents Must: • Have a willingness to learn Kanien’ke:ha and encourage it at home. • Attend a New Parent Orientation. • Participate in fundraising events, and attend parent, and chosen committee meetings. • Support and encourage the Mission of the Akwesasne Freedom School. “Through ou...

  • AKWESASNE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

    May 24, 2012

    PO Box 101 - Akwesasne, Que .H0M 1A0 OR P.O. Box 1043 Hogansburg, NY 13655 Contact Diane King [email protected]...

  • Salmon River Elementary and St. Regis Mohawk School Pre-K and Kindergarten Registration

    May 24, 2012

    Registration for students entering Pre-Kindergarten or Kindergarten in September 2012 will be held on Wednesday, May 16 from 2-6 pm, and on Thursday, May 17 from 1-3 pm in the Board of Education Room in the Campus Elementary School for Salmon River Elementary School. At the St. Regis Mohawk School, registration will be held on Wednesday, May 23 from 9 am — 3pm, and on Thursday, May 24 from 9 am-3pm and from 4-6 pm in the Multipurpose Room. Children entering Pre-K must be 4 years of age by December 1, 2012. Children entering Kindergarten must b...

  • OFFICE OF THE CHIEF REFERENDUM OFFICER

    May 24, 2012

    The Voters Lists for the Kawehno:ke Easterbrook Settlement Referendum will be posted at the following locations: Kanatakon(St. Regis): Kanonhkwa’tsheri:io’s Main Reception area Monday to Friday 8:30a.m. to 5:00p.m. Tsi Snaihne(Snye): Iohahiio’s Main Reception Area Monday to Friday 8:00a.m. to 5:00p.m. Kawehno:ke(Cornwall Island): CIA Building #3 Office of Vital Statistics Main Reception Area Monday to Friday from 8:00a.m. to 5:00p.m. Southern Portion: Akwesasne Library’s Main Reception Area: Monday/Tuesday/Thursday and Friday from 9:00a.m...

  • Pregnancy Groups are beginning soon! Are you Pregnant? Want information about pregnancy, and related topics but don’t know where to go, or what to ask your provider about your pregnancy?

    May 24, 2012

    You may even feel alone, prenatal groups are a great place to go to learn about things that can affect a woman in her child bearing years, and what better way to learn, then with other pregnant women! Groups will be held at the Kanonhkwat’sheri:io Health Facility in the village of St. Regis with Joyce Leaf, Lactation Educator on EVERY WEDNESDAY in the MONTH of MAY until May 30th FROM 5 to 8 PM. YOU CAN REACH JOYCE @575-2341 Ext# 3234 or leave message. Be the first person to call to receive a gift incentive!...

  • Kateri Conference Benefits ONGOING RUMMAGE SALE at Kateri Hall on Saturdays and Sundays.

    May 24, 2012

    They welcome donated items. & “REMEMBERING YOUR LOVED ONE” form is available in this paper and at various stores in Akwesasne. There will be a second group of Remembering Your Loved One, the deadline is Friday June 22 and they will be in the June 28 edition of Indian Time. The committee thanks you in advance for your donation for Remembering Your Loved One....

  • Benefit Prom for Niko Jacques

    May 24, 2012

    Son of Doogie LaFrance-Sunday & Ryan Jacques Saturday June 2,2012 Brass Horse Pizzeria and Lounge 9:00-1:00 $25.00 ticket can be purchased at Brass Horse or Doogie LaFrance-Sunday 518-521-7275. Prizes, Raffles, souvenirs and 50/50 Prom King and Queen will be selected. All proceeds will help fund Nikos Journey to the Foeldi Clinic in Hinterzarten Germany. Niko was born with two extremely rare diseases- congenital lymphedema and megaprepuce. Niawen kowa for your support!...

  • OPG SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT PROCEEDS

    May 24, 2012

    FOCUS MEETINGS There will be 3 Focus Meetings held in the Month of May 2012 to further discuss ideas for the use of the OPG Settlement Agreement proceeds. At previous meetings held in March 2012 ideas included: -Finishing the Kawehnoke Waterline -Swimming Pools and Recreation facilities in each District -Walking path on Kawehnoke -Educational studies for students -Survival Training -Economic Development -Tourism and other recommendations. On the following dates meetings will be held to gather more ideas from the community. Information gathered...

  • REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) AS TO THE AVAILABILITY OF OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE ON THE SAINT REGIS MOHAWK RESERVATION

    May 24, 2012

    The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe (SRMT) is requesting information on available office space to be possibly leased. The SRMT may use the information, should it require additional office space for the programs under the Tribal Government. Responses must include information on items below and include a name and contact information 1. Indicate if space meets all state and local building codes, 2. Number of parking spaces available to accommodate employees and visitors 3. Geographic location(s) of building(s) (must be within Saint Regis Mohawk...

  • SALMON RIVER REGISTRATION

    May 24, 2012

    The deadline for registering new students for the 2012-2013 school year under the Salmon River Central School District Transfer Policy is Friday, June 1, 2012. Please submit appropriate paperwork, including a copy of the student’s Birth Certificate and current Immunization Record to the Office of Instruction, or call 358-6689 for further information....

  • HEALTHY BABIES HEALTHY CHILDREN PROGRAM PRESENTS: Baby or Toddler Ribbon Shirt Making Class

    May 24, 2012

    Onerahtohkowa/May 31, 2012 Tsi Snaihne Recreation Time: 9-2:30pm Call 613-575-2341 ext. 3235 This class is for families with children 0-6 years old. You will be sewing either a ribbon dress or shirt. Please call to register with Sarah. We will only be taking the first 10 people who register. A light lunch will be provided. You will need to bring: Sewing Machine Scissors Pins 1 Yard of cotton calico fabric Matching ribbons and thread...

  • Benefit Brunch

    May 24, 2012

    TsiSnaihne Homemakers Brunch on Sunday, June 3rd, 2012 Benefit: to raise $$ for the 3 elder women who will be attending the Canonization of Kateri Tekakwitha in Rome in October 2012! Brunch will include: bacon, eggs, sausage, cornbread, etc. $10/pp...

  • Immunization Awareness Week

    May 24, 2012

    In recognition of Immunization Awareness Week, the MCA Community Health Program is having an Immunization Blitz. There will be 4 Grand Prizes for each age group of 0-3 yrs, 4-8 yrs, 9-13 yrs & 14-17 yrs. Your child can be entered into the drawing for a bike, by bringing in the child’s updated immunization record to the Community Health office Monday- Friday 8am-4pm from April 16 until the drawing takes place on May 31st, 2012. You can also fax the records to (613) 575-1152, being sure to include contact information (in the event that you are a...

  • OFFICE OF THE CHIEF ELECTORAL OFFICER AHKWESAHSNE MOHAWK BOARD OF EDUCATION ELECTION

    May 24, 2012

    May 1, 2012 The Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education has requested that an Election be held for the Following seats. District of Kanatakon: One Three (3) Year Term District of Kawehno:ke: One Three (3) Year Term District of Tsi Snaihne: One One (1) Year Term Nominations will be held from the hours of 9:00 am to 4 pm on Saturday June 2, 2012 at the following locations: District of Kanatakon: St. Regis Recreation Center District of Kawehno:ke: Tri District Elders Lodge District of Tsi Snaihne: Snye HomeMakers Club Pursuant with section 6 of the...

  • American Legion Memorial Day Parade

    May 24, 2012

    Sunday, May 27th, 2012 Beginning at 1 p.m. If you would like to march please register at the American Legion. Prizes for best float, most patriotic float, best equestrian, best marchers and best automobile. Chicken BBQ hosted by Akwesasne Jr. B’s Bounce House and live entertainment. Parade entrants must check in at Burger and Fries stand beginning at 12 noon...

  • Community Notice

    May 24, 2012

    AKWESASNE MOHAWK TERRITORY - In March of 2012, the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne held three focus meetings to discuss with members the proceeds of the OPG Settlement Agreement that was finalized in October 2008. Members provided ideas that included the establishment of a community trust. As a result, a community focus meeting concerning the establishment of a Community Trust for the Proceeds of the OPG Settlement will be held on Friday, May 25th at 6pm at the Tri-District Elders lodge on Kawehnoke. An independent financial consultant will be...

  • AKWESASNE BOYS & GIRLS CLUB Will be closed on Monday, May 28th in observance of Memorial Day Holiday

    May 24, 2012

    Will have limited hours on Friday, June 1st due to ABGC’s Annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser. Club will be open until 5pm to accommodate club members getting off buses from school. Parents MUST pick up their children by 5pm....

  • ACSA SRMT 2012 Elections Meet the Candidates Night

    May 24, 2012

    LOCATION: HAVFD Station #1 - Hogansburg DATE: Wednesday May 30, 2012 TIME: 6:30PM to 9:00PM EVENT: 2012 St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Elections “Meet the Candidates Night” SPONSOR: Presented by the Akwesasne Convenience Store Association (ACSA) FORMAT: Tribal Clerk, Sub-Chief and Chief candidates biographies, campaign platforms and question-answer session...

  • Eastern Door and the North girls hockey team win the GOLD CUP

    Alethea Lazore|May 24, 2012

    The best First Nations players from across Canada were brought together to participate in the 11th annual National Aboriginal Hockey Championships held in Saskatoon Saskatchewan May 7-12, 2012. This prestigious hockey tournament brought Saskatchewan and Easter Door and the North together in the final game to play for gold for the second year in a row! EDN won the gold cup with a score of 3-2. Local Akwesasronon players that participated include Shaydi Oakes and Skylar King. Cory Garrow also...

  • Norwood-Norfolk Races Past Massena

    Rachelle Garrow Hayes|May 24, 2012

    The Massena Track and Field team hosted the Norwood-Norfolk Flyers and both N-N teams ran away with top honors. The N-N boys came out on top 142-99 while the N-N girls took top honors with 173.5-144.5. For the boys Mike Ortman and Lucas Benedict led the Raiders with two first place finishes. Ortman finished first in the 800 while Benedict sailed to first place in the high jump. They then teamed up with Zach Frego and Nathan Marshall to lead the 3200 relay. Andrew Bush took the 100 yard dash and...

  • DALE PLANCK CLAIMS MOHAWK 358 MODIFIED CHECKERS IN DOMINANT FASHION

    Tim Baltz|May 24, 2012

    AKWESASNE, NY – The racing surface at Mohawk International Raceway is always smooth and fast, on this night it was no different. Multiple grooves allowed for some of the best side by side racing in all 5 divisions. Todd Stone and Tom Jock Jr. brought the field of 28 small block modifieds to the green flag with Stone grabbing the top spot heading into turn 1. Stone was able to put quite a distance between himself and the rest of the field as behind him Perry Francis, Dale Planck, Carey Terrance and Tom Conklin battled in the top 5. “The Natural...

  • Benefit Extravaganza for Sheila Ransom

    May 24, 2012

    Benefit Extravaganza for Sheila Ransom...

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