FCP Foundation Provides Grant for Revolving Loan Fund Initiative Submitted by Forest County Economic Development Partnership in This Issue

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VOLUME 18, ISSUE 16 MKO GISOS LITTLE BEAR MONTH FEBRUARY 15, 2013 FCP Foundation Provides Grant for Revolving Loan Fund Initiative submitted by Forest County Economic Development Partnership In this Issue:

Pokagon Band Language Interns pg. 4

Devil’s Lake Fisheree Results pgs. 7, 8

Pictured are (l-r): FCP Executive Council Treasurer Richard Gougé III, FCEDP Executive Director Jim Schuessler and FCP Executive Council Member Nate Gilpin, Jr. Calendar ...... pg. 11 CRANDON, Wis. - The Forest citizenship by assisting charitable organ- being developed; applications will not Notices ...... pg. 10, 11 County Potawatomi (FCP) Foundation izations. This revolving loan fund offers be solicited until later this spring. “Local Personals ...... pg. 11 announced a grant for the Forest County the potential to help continue to deliver lenders are still the primary way to Economic Development Partnership upon those ideals.” advance business plans,” added (FCEDP) Revolving Loan Fund. The “The Foundation was instrumental Schuessler. “A revolving loan fund is Foundation announced a $25,000 invest- in putting a full-time economic develop- another tool in the economic development to the fund to help establish a ment effort program in the county,” said ment tool chest we will be able to use revolving loan fund in Forest County. FCEDP Executive Director Jim here going forward.” Announced late last fall, the fund will Schuessler. “This grant will help launch One of the goals of the fund will be operate as a micro-loan fund designed to new business opportunity right here. As to support entrepreneurial efforts of

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US POSTAGE permanent jobs within the county. The a fund, entrepreneurs get a little capital, other residents of Forest County. WAUPACA, WI WAUPACA, PERMIT PERMIT NO 47 fund will also encourage new private some business counseling, and that FCEDP is a local economic devel- investment into Forest County in the equals access and opportunity - ultimate- opment organization formed with the form of fixed asset investment, perpetu- ly the sky’s the limit.” combined support of the Forest County ate a positive and proactive business cli- The $25,000 grant by the FCP Potawatomi Foundation, City of mate, maintain a diverse mix of employ- Foundation matches the funds already Crandon, Forest County Potawatomi ment opportunities and minimize sea- contributed by CoVantage Credit Union Community, Sokaogon Chippewa sonal employment effects. and Laona State Bank. “It is inspira- Community, Forest County Government, In awarding the grant, FCP tional to note the major impact the Wabeno Chamber of Commerce, Forest Executive Council Treasurer Richard Foundation, CoVantage and Laona State County Chamber of Commerce and the Gougé III said, “The mission of the Bank will have for years as a result of Forest County Tourism Commission. Forest County Potawatomi Foundation is this fund,” noted Forest County Board to fight poverty, promote economic Chairman and FCEDP Board Member opportunity, strengthen communities, Paul Millan. and provide an example of responsible The loan fund structure is currently Page 2 POTAWATOMI TRAVELING TIMES • February 15, 2013 Community USDA Appoints New Members to the Forest Resource Coordinating Committee submitted by United States Department of Agriculture WASHINGTON, Jan. 22, 2013 - • Daniel Forster, Georgia, represent- quately represented on this advisory Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack ing state fish and wildlife agencies committee. The Forest Resource recently appointed eight new members • Allan Murray, Wisconsin, repre- Coordinating Committee provides expert to the Forest Resource Coordinating senting tribes counsel on actions and funds allocation Committee, which provides advice on • Tammie Perreault, Washington, that enhance the diversity and public private forestry and USDA’s programs representing non-industrial private forest benefits of forests. Important areas of that assist landowners in managing their landowners focus include wildfires, natural disasters, forests to protect, conserve and enhance • Bettina Ring, Virginia, represent- insect and disease outbreaks, the eco- the values they produce. ing conservation organizations nomics of forest ownership, air and “The USDA Forest Resource • Steven Sinclair, Vermont, repre- water quality, public policy related to Coordinating Committee’s new members senting state foresters private forests and wildlife habitat. will help us continue to make the right • Bonnie Stine, Florida, representing The full committee will meet April decisions for our rural communities, USDA-authorized state technical com- 11-12, 2013, at the Forest Service head- generating jobs, sustaining economic mittees quarters building in Arlington, Va. growth and conserving our working The new committee members join USDA is an equal opportunity lands for future generations,” said eight previously selected members and provider, employer and lender. To file a Agriculture Under Secretary for Natural the heads of four USDA agencies – the complaint of discrimination, write to Resources and Environment Harris Forest Service, Natural Resources USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Sherman. Conservation Service, Farm Service 1400 Independence Ave., S.W., The appointed members are: Agency and the National Institute of Washington, DC 20250-9410, or call • Leda Chahim, Washington, repre- Food and Agriculture. (800) 795-3272 (Voice) or (202) 720- Al Murray is the Forestry senting conservation organizations USDA has a special interest in 6382 (TDD). • Anthony Delfin, New Mexico, rep- assuring that women, minority groups Director for the Forest County resenting state foresters and persons with disabilities are ade- Potawatomi. Letters to a Teacher - A Warrior at War Letters from William Alloway Sent Home During World War II submitted by Norman H. Tribbett: Letters From the Kerr Family Collection This final set of letters written by Thank you ever so much. As near as I can gather judging but I sure will be on a look out for them. William Alloway during World War II are Friend every day climate, this country seems I’ll give you a buzz when they get here. dedicated to his son, the late Edward Billy somewhat cooler than any other country Hope you get the applications for Alloway (1952-2012). Look for more in I have been in, outside of your foreign that position you mentioned. I wish you upcoming issues. • • • • • territory (U.S.). Vegetation high, and a lot of luck in getting a chance to work August. 7, 1944 maybe good agriculture country. Soil with the service. Like you said some- July 17, 1944 seems and looks nice for anything. thing like Lund blades [note: Indian Dear George, Could be poor grade too. Who knows Agent] job. There will be same responsi- Dear Mr. Kerr. Am sending pictures and a map of Got an idea in this letter and I’ll without test. Good enough for me. bility in it and no doubt about that. I am Rome to hold or which ever way you What’s going on nearby? I suppose not trying to discourage you now but refer back to the offer you stated a while want. back. about the same as ever. “This will proba- that’s to be expected on any job. Have spent a little time there during bly hurt you but I’ll say it anyway. Why P.S. I just happen to think or can I, I should like to obtain pins for a a rest period and want you to see of the watch that I now have. These particular doesn’t he give me news so I can write couple more items that I should like to pictures are places I have visited. The back,” it’s the same old story we can’t have and they are ribbons. pins that I am talking about are used to blue ink lines on the Red Cross map are hold straps to a watch. write what we should like and its’ got to One will be easy, go over to our the routes I have used to get around be carried out. house and ask dad for my Purple heart These pins on my watch rusted off these places. from water, damp climate in spite of this Friend award, just take out the ribbon that’s in Oh yes there is a book included in Billy it and send it to me. The ribbon is purple salty air and sweat. The pins did won- the large brown envelope which you will derful service as long as they did. Am with white edges. be getting to give you a bit of informa- • • • • • If at all possible should like another now using parts of safety pins to keep to tion regarding the city of Rome itself. keep the watch on my wrist. September 7, 1944 ribbon, known as American Service If there are any questions that you’d defense ribbon, awarded to me at Fort The base of a pin is eleven sixteenth like to know of Rome why I might ask Dear Mr. Kerr. (11/16) of an inch long. I have tried to Ord, California -- special order # 135 you to hold it until I get home and I sup- I got your letter of Aug. 6 two days Hq. 15th Inf dated -- June 14, 1942. The get pins here and there but their watches pose that will be when the war is over. ago and I have enjoyed reading a long are made different. ribbon is yellow with red, white & blue I could tell you by mail but that letter. Now I am happy again. markings on each edge. If you like, you can or may send would only add up to a book because I have figures those watch pins will along other things like candy and cook- Your Truly there is so much to talk about. be hard to get. I took a chance. Really, I Billy ies to make the shipment worth the trou- Well as of this date Geo. I am feel- am not surprised. I thank you for your ble. Doesn’t give you much choice on ing swell and quite happy. effort. Hey Hey what is this you going to • • • • • can or may in the upper sentence, and Friend Rhinelander to see if you could pick a Oct. 8, 1944 that is cause not knowing what I really Billy pair of these pins? Another story added, like and what you could send. I have if you can get them in anyway a tall, Dear Mr. Kerr. ideas will the items last that long in • • • • • why I should like to have them. (Reward I just wanted to thank you for the mail. If you are up against resistance I August 29, 1944 at the end.) package you have sent to me. I was well might put it this way, “Please do send Now about those sugar cakes. I had satisfied and only wish I had more. But I when possible”, statement, to avoid fur- Dear George. an idea there won’t be any as I know the guess that won’t be possible after ther question at P/O. Have an idea, I am now in France. people are not making any more. I hope October. Mail regulations. You have all the news on the letter I Now what am I going to do, well, work! you are not hurt because there are not just sent two days ago. There isn’t a Heh, I am not in this place on a vacation any. continued on pg. 3... thing else that I should like as for now. nor pleasure trip. I have not received any package yet Community POTAWATOMI TRAVELING TIMES • February 15, 2013 Page 3

Attention Tribal Member Homeowners Wisconsin Judicare and Marquette University’s If you received a loan from the Tribal Housing Department to purchase your Law School Present: home you signed a Statement of Compliance (shown below). The Tribal Housing Department and Housing Committee would like to remind you of this statement The 2013 Indian Wills Spring Caravan you signed upon receiving your loan. The home purchased with tribal loan funds Judicare staff and students from the Marquette Law School will be at is to remain your primary residence; you are to have it insured at all times and the following locations to assist anyone who wants to draft a will, powers provide proof to the Housing Office; real estate taxes are to be paid when due and of attorney, and other basic estate planning services for free. provide proof of payment to the Housing Office; and the property is to be kept When: March 12, 2013 • 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. maintained at all times. Where: FCP Executive Building in the Auditorium, Crandon, Wis. STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE This is open to all ages for both Potawatomi and Sokaogon I, (Member Name), do hereby certify that I am an individual of adult age, and Chippewa tribal members. If possible, please call ahead to make a that I am a duly enrolled tribal member of the Forest County Potawatomi reservation as this is on a first come, first served basis. Community. For more information, call Ethel at (715) 478-4779 or (715) 889-0034. I have this day received a $(Loan Amount) loan from the Forest County Potawatomi Community, the proceeds of which shall be used for Tribal Housing purposes. I have signed a promissory note evidencing the loan, which debt is secured by a real estate mortgage. The funds loaned to me have been or will be Welcome to These used for the purchase of a home, which home shall serve as my primary residence at all times. I have received a copy of the Tribal Housing Policies & Guidelines, and agree New Employees to abide by the same. I understand that I must keep the property properly insured Connie Shutte, Elderly Jackelyn Johnson, Child Support at all times, and provide a certificate of insurance upon demand, indicating a loss C.N.A. CS/MTS Service Group Specialist payable clause in favor of the Forest County Potawatomi Community. I also Hire date: 1/14/2013 Hire date: 1/22/2013 understand that all real estate taxes must be paid when due, and that it is my obli- Contact info: (715) 478-7262 gation to provide proof of such payment, upon demand, to the Forest County Sara Cleereman, HWC Jackie.Johnson@fcpotawatomi- Potawatomi Community. CHN Generalist nsn.gov I understand that I must keep the property properly maintained at all times, Hire date: 1/14/2013 and that an authorized representative of the Forest County Potawatomi Contact info: (715) 478-4889 Amy Collins, Maintenance Dept. Community has the right to enter my home, upon reasonable prior notice, for the Sara.Cleereman@fcpotawatomi- Maintenance purpose of determining whether or not it has been properly kept and maintained. nsn.gov Hire date: 1/22/2013

Steve Miceli, Forestry Job Title/Transfer Attention Tribal Member Homeowners Fee Lands Forester Joy Sato, Administrative Asst. Hire date: 1/14/2013 Education & Cultural Services Div. If you received a loan from the Tribal Housing Department to purchase your home, Contact info: (715) 478-4975 Hire date: 1/07/2013 this is a reminder that when you receive your homeowners insurance bill and/or [email protected] Contact info: (715) 478-7355 real estate tax statement, to please forward them to the Tribal Housing Department [email protected] to be paid from your escrow account. If you do not escrow for taxes and insurance, Kathryn Rempert, Child Support please remember to forward a copy of the paid receipt for your real estate taxes Intake Specialist Latrisha Quade, Administrative and/or homeowners insurance to ensure you are complying with the loan require- Hire date: 1/14/2013 Assistant ments. Please forward the bills and/or receipts to: Forest County Potawatomi Contact info: (715) 478-7260 Family Services Div. Housing, 5460 Kak Yot Lane, Crandon, WI 54520. Kathryn.Rempert@fcpotawatomi- Hire date: 1/15/2013 nsn.gov Contact info: (715) 478-4198 Deadline for the March 1, 2013 issue is Ann Mihalko, Tribal Court [email protected] Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2013. Clerk Of Court Hire date: 1/14/2013 Contact info: (715) 478-7255 [email protected]

8000 Potawatomi Trail • PO Box 340 • Crandon, WI 54520 Letters From a Warrior phone: (715) 478-7437 • fax: (715) 478-7438 email: [email protected] • website: www.fcpotawatomi.com ...continued from pg. 2 more. I believe the last time was at least I got the package in the midst of the three months ago. That’s a long time to FCP EXECUTIVE COUNCIL PTT STAFF Chairman: office work and o’course I couldn’t help go. Oh! Well what difference does it HAROLD “GUS” FRANK Managing Editor: but to give the boys a taste that are make. If they feel that way, well, okay. working with me. These boys are very You know you can feed a baby any more WINDA COLLINS Vice Chairman: happy to get what was in the package. then it can take. They surely must be too AL W. MILHAM Member of the Office Manager: We keep jumping back and forth when- busy. See what I have to put up with. Native American ever one gets a package from home. You probably haven’t heard this Journalists Association MICHELLE SPAUDE Secretary: Am feeling fine and happy. before, I now work in an office of 6th LORNA SHAWANO Reporter/Photographer: Your friend PORT. I have started May 8th this year. ABBEY THOMPSON Billy That’s three days after I hit 6th PORT. I Treasurer: have been going pretty steady since RICHARD GOUGÉ III Graphic Artists: • • • • • then. Think it’s much better than 3rd KRYSTAL STATEZNY Oct. 15,1944 DIV, got a desk of my own and had it Council Members: JEFFREY KEEBLE JR. long. First I started on a table because JOHN ALLOWAY Dear George there were no desks. I don’t say that I NATE GILPIN How are you doing these days? I am smart but just getting along and certainly hope fine. As for my sake I am doing my job which was given to me to Potawatomi Traveling Times (PTT) is a twice-monthly publication of the Forest County Potawatomi Nation. Editorials and articles appearing in the PTT are the responsibility of the getting fine and I am also getting to a do. Work in a building warm and good authors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion or attitude of the PTT staff or the FCP point where I can enjoy life better in lights. By the way I didn’t ask for this. Nation. PTT encourages the submission of Letters to the Editor. All letters must include the getting around much faster with no pain. signature, address and telephone number of the author. Letters are subject to editing for Just think right from the lines to a job grammar, length, malicious and libelous content. The PTT reserves the right to reject any For a long while I could make a move like that. advertising, materials or letters submitted for publication. The submission of articles, poet- which I ordinarily do and now hardly So long folks until next time. ry, artwork and photos is encouraged. The Editor makes the sole decision of what is pub- anything to it. Swell huh. lished in the PTT and will not assume any responsibility for unsolicited material nor will the Friend PTT guarantee publication upon submission. PTT will not guarantee publication of materi- Say do you happen to know any- Billy als submitted past deadlines posted in the PTT. No part of this publication may be repro- thing of my parents? It’s getting so now duced without the written consent of the Editor. that I don’t even hear from them any- Page 4 POTAWATOMI TRAVELING TIMES • February 15, 2013 Community/Culture Language Interns From Pokagon Band Coming to FCP Community by Abbey Thompson

Pokagon Language & Culture staff classes, activities and events as part of members from the Pokagon Band of their training. After a two or three-year Potawatomi were at the Forest County period, they will return home to work as Potawatomi Cultural Center, Library & teachers. Museum on Jan. 30. During the lengthy meeting, the two Rhonda Purcell, Walter Johnson and interns were selected after the group Conrad Church traveled from southwest reviewed applications and written and Michigan to meet with FCP fluent audio assessment results. The program speakers Jim Thunder Sr., Billy Daniels timeline and layout was also determined. Jr., Mary Jane Thunder and FCP The interns will arrive in March. Museum Director Mike Alloway. It was The idea for the apprenticeship the initial meeting of the Pokagon came from Jim Thunder Sr., who voiced Band’s new Potawatomi Master his thoughts to the Pokagon tribal coun- Apprentice Language Program that will cil. After discussion, the council agreed. require the collaboration of the FCP They further decided to provide funding tribe. It is part of the language revital- for the project ization efforts underway among the Similar to the Prairie Band of Pokagon Band. Presently, there are no Potawatomi, the Pokagon are hoping to fluent Potawatomi speakers in their produce fluent Potawatomi speakers by Those in attendance at the Pokagon master/apprentice meeting included (l-r): community. seeking help from the FCP language Conrad Church, Rhonda Purcell, Thomas Loftis, Mike Alloway and Jim Thunder Two chosen apprentices from the program. With a core of three fluent Sr. Not pictured is Walter Johnson. Pokagon community will reside in the elder speakers, FCP has developed a Crandon area to study and learn. They solid program that is proving to be suc- will shadow the FCP elder speakers and cessful with training apprentices and apprentices, and participate in language teaching the language to young students. Calling All Area Artists! submitted by Mark Mackowski, Crandon MS/HS Art Instructor CORRECTION In the Veterans Day Ceremony photo and caption that appeared Have you ever noticed that the The art work can be done in any in the Dec. 1, 2012 issue of the Traveling Times, veteran Ray School District of Crandon does not media: paint, marker, colored pencil, have one, but many Crandon Cardinals computer generated, anything. The art Williams was incorrectly identified as Ray Wilson. PTT sincerely in use? Athletic teams, band uniforms, work must be able to be scanned onto a apologizes for the error and any inconvenience it may have school letterheads and such all use a computer by the school district and caused. different cardinal as a logo. We wish to may be manipulated once digitalized. change that and have one universally The art work should be a maximum used Crandon Cardinal. size of 9”x12”. THE ART WORK Do you wish to claim the fame of MUST BE ORIGINAL. A statement of being THE artist who drew THE originality must accompany the art Crandon Cardinal? The School District work - please do not plagiarize another “Da we wge mek” (Gift Shop) of Crandon is running a logo contest artist’s work. open to all area artists of all ages, free You may submit art work to the Your Destination For of cost. You may be the artist that can school district office by May 1, 2013. claim, “that is my cardinal!” The Crandon School Board will judge Authentic Native American Gifts We are looking for a cardinal that the art work. All art work becomes the will represent the school district in a property of the School District of NOW AVAILABLE N E W D V D ’ s positive manner. The bird should be Crandon to use, manipulate and repro- • 2013 Pow wow Calendars • More Than Frybread visually appealing while displaying the duce at will, for many years to come. • 2013 Youth Pow wow Calendars • Crooked Arrows qualities of a school dedicated to If you have questions, please con- achieving greatness, both in the class- tact Mark Mackowski, Crandon New Stock of Potawatomi Clothing • Hank Williams: First Nation • Toddler, Youth & Adult Hoodies • 49 Laughs Comedy Tour: LIVE room and in extracurricular activities. MS/HS art instructor, at • Women’s Fleece It must be appropriate for elementary, [email protected] .wi.us. • Men’s Soft Shell Jackets middle and high school aged students. Good luck! ATTENTION! N E W C D ’ s Thank you! • The Boyz: Established 1989 Due to an unexpected high • Smokeytown: All for One The School District of Wabeno Area purchase of a new popcorn machine. demand and low supply of Pendletons • Nakoa Heavyruner: All the would like to thank the Forest County Your generosity is greatly appreciated by this past year, we’re unable to take Potawatomi for their donation for the the staff and students of our district. any special orders until further notice. Good Things We apologize for any inconvenience! • Brule: Hidden Heritage

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8130 Mish ko swen Dr., Crandon 715-478-7470 Open Mon. thru Thurs. 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Fridays. CLOSED from 12 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. for lunch. CLOSED on federal holidays. Pictured are (l-r): Colette Nelson, senior class advisor/English teacher; Haley If we don’t have something you’re looking for, let us know. Christianson, high school senior; Brielle Bodoh, high school senior; Bill Taylor, WE WILL do our best to find it! athletic director and Nate Gilpin, FCP Executive Council Member. Community/Departments POTAWATOMI TRAVELING TIMES • February 15, 2013 Page 5 Annual Family Pajama Movie What Are Cold Sores? Night Held submitted by Kristin Kuber, FCP Health & Wellness Center Health Educator Cold sores, also known as fever Days 9 to 12: Healing stage - submitted by Wabeno Home & School Association blisters, are tiny, clear, fluid-filled blis- Usually a series of scabs will form on Over 150 students and family mem- Hotel, Wal-Mart, Antigo; Clara R. ters that form around the mouth and are the lesion, which eventually flake off. bers attended the second annual Family McKenna Aquatic Center, Antigo; caused by the herpes simplex virus (usu- Each new scab will be smaller than the Pajama Movie Night on Friday, Jan. 18, Rusty’s Wabeno Bowl; Rouman Cinema, ally type 1, or HSV-1) living inside your previous one, until the cold sore heals 2013, at Wabeno Elementary. For this Rhinelander and Mike’s Supermarket, nerve tissue. Cold sores usually do not completely, usually without scarring. event, students are encouraged to wear Townsend. Also, thanks to the families last longer than two weeks. However, Most cold sores are mild and do not their PJ’s, bring their favorite blanket that donated raffle items. All of your the sores are highly contagious and tend require treatment. Antiviral medications and pillow and their family members to contributions made our event a success to recur when the virus is reactivated by can reduce the frequency, duration and enjoy a fun night of movie watching, and we appreciate your generosity. a trigger such as stress, sunlight, fever or severity of outbreaks. Medications with popcorn and raffles. This year’s movie Besides having a good time and illness. The stages of a cold sore are: a numbing agent, such as benzyl alco- was Ice Age 4, Continental Divide. building community, WHSA raised $600 Day 1: Prodrome (tingle) stage - hol, can help alleviate a cold sore’s Congratulations to our raffle win- through the $1 admission and raffle. The Before a cold sore has formed, you may burning, itching and pain. Emollients ners: movie, a bottle of water and popcorn feel a tingling, itching or burning sensa- can reduce cracking and soften scabs. K – Nate were included in the admission price. tion beneath the skin, usually around the Applying aloe vera balm three times a 1st – Lawton and Joanne Money raised will be used for the June mouth or the base of the nose. Applying day to the cold sore also can help fight 2nd – Cameron, Adisun and Family Carnival Night. WHSA is look- antiviral medications during this stage the infection and enhance healing. If Bondese ing for volunteers or people interested in can help alleviate cold-sore symptoms. over-the-counter remedies don’t help, 3rd – Lavara, Alexziana, Cheyenne, being part of the planning team for this Days 2 to 3: Blister stage - An out- ask your dentist for a prescription. A Desiree, Myla and Jesse event. If interested, please e-mail break of fluid-filled blisters is the first dentist also can accurately diagnose cold 4th – Raelee, Hailey, Penelope and [email protected]. visible sign of cold-sore formation. sores and base treatment on important Vada The next WHSA-sponsored event is Day 4: Ulcer or weeping stage - factors such as your age, overall health, Others – Mona S., Teresa R., Chris a Family Open Gym and Game Night on Typically, the most contagious and medical history and tolerance for specif- V. and Al P. Friday, Feb. 8. On Thursday, Feb. 21, painful stage of cold sores is when blis- ic medications. Wabeno Home & School (WHSA) WHSA will be having a bake sale during ters rupture, leaving a shallow, reddish, Together you and your dentist can would like to thank the businesses that parent-teacher conferences. Be sure to open sore. keep your smile bright and healthy. provided items to help make this event a mark these upcoming events on your Days 5 to 8: Crusting stage - After When was your last dental checkup? success: Potawatomi Carter Casino family calendar. a few days, the blisters dry up and form Proudly serving the entire community: a yellow or brownish crust, which even- Potawatomi Health and Wellness Dental tually falls off. During this stage, it is Department, (715) 478-4313. Gi Mno Gish Get E Gi Gde important to care for the scab, which can Moj Ge Wat Gode Shken crack or break. We Yek Mine Ses Ke Zi Yek “It was a good day when the young men and FOREST COUNTY POTAWATOMI HEALTH & WELLNESS CENTER young women went fishing.” 8201 Mish ko swen Drive, Crandon, WI TM submitted by FCP Language & Culture Department General Information (715) 478-4300 • www.fcpotawatomi.com On Jan. 29, the FCP Language and and women had a great time learning Culture Department decided to take the how to catch the fish and loved being YOUR Multi-Specialty Care Wabeno High School language class on outdoors instead of in the classroom. a fishing field trip to Bug Lake. All of The youth were provided with a the young women and men have been great lunch at noon that consisted of Isn’t it comforting to know doing so well in class that the depart- corn soup made by apprentice Brian ment decided to reward them with a trip Franz, and signature fry bread made by that there is an accredited outdoors, and to teach them how to Debbie Tuckwab. Special thanks to them multi-specialty clinic nestled catch some fish. both! right here in Forest County? It was a great day for fishing Also, a special thanks to pro angler We think so. And, by implementing despite a bit of fog from the weather, but Jamie Tuckwab for showing these young the fish must have liked that fog since men and women how to set-up tip-ups our patient-centered concept of care, they were biting well. The young men and use their jig poles. we hope you and your family feel comfortable and confident with the services we provide. Our weekend walk-in clinic (715-478- 4300) is available on Saturdays from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. for minor illnesses and injuries.

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Community Health Medical Radiology (715) 478-4355 (715) 478-4349 (715) 478-4339 (back row l-r) Tammy Mann, Melissa Waube, Gloriann Waube, Joel Optometry Rehabilitation Services Pemma, Desiree Tahwa and Brian Franz (front row l-r) Jamie Dental (715) 478-4345 (715) 478-4313 (715) 478-4344 Tuckwab and Hunter Tuckwab Page 6 POTAWATOMI TRAVELING TIMES • February 15, 2013 Departments Exercises Held to Improve Efficiency and Safety in the Community submitted by FCP Emergency Management Department

On Jan. 24, 2013, FCP Emergency was a lot of lively discussion between Management Department hosted a table- all departments. The two-hour session top exercise at the Gte Ga Nes was very interesting as Grahek kept Preschool. adding different components to the sce- We would like to thank the follow- nario. Discussions followed on how the ing for participating: Gte Ga Nes staff, different departments would respond to FCP Security Department, FCP Tribal the changes. Emergency Response Team (TERT) The exercise did reveal many areas members, Crandon Police Department, of strength and also exposed areas that Forest County Sheriff’s Department, needed work. In reviewing the com- Forest County Emergency Management, ments after the exercise, it was apparent a representative from the Argonne Fire that everybody involved put the safety and EMS departments and Wisconsin of the children first and foremost. Emergency Management (WEM) facili- Communication was a concern on many tator Tom Grahek. comment cards - almost every responder Grahek conducts trainings through- agreed that establishing and maintaining out northern Wisconsin to help respond- communications between all people and ing departments become better prepared. departments involved needed improve- This incident was based on a hypotheti- ment. With the knowledge gained from Representatives from FCP departments as well as emergency man- cal disturbance at Gte Ga Nes to discov- this exercise, existing emergency opera- agement, law enforcement and emergency personnel from Forest er how all of the responders would deal tion plans are now being reviewed. County took part in the tabletop exercise. with a situation as it unfolded. There Life Skills Class Focuses on Domestic Violence by Abbey Thompson

Community members who attended assaulted. However, not all abusive rela- “Knowledge is power,” Boyd said when an abusive partner.” the Life Skills class on Monday, Jan. 28, tionships involve violence. Many vic- closing, “The more people are aware of participated in a workshop focusing on tims suffer from emotional abuse, which the signs and the cycle of domestic understanding domestic violence, led by is also destructive and harmful. The vic- abuse, the more likely they are to leave FRC Domestic Violence Advocate tim is subject to constant criticism, mind Brooks Boyd. The group discussed what games and humiliation. Insults become a domestic violence is, types of abuse, daily occurrence to the point when the causes and patterns of violent relation- victim believes them. Emotional abuse is ships and why victims stay in violent often minimized or overlooked, even by relationships. the person being abused. Physical Abuse Kerry Fox, FRC Director, said, “Domestic abuse is when one per- “Some may think that physical abuse is son in a relationship or marriage tries to worse than emotional abuse, since physi- dominate and control the other person,” cal violence can include a trip to the Boyd said, opening the discussion. hospital and leave visible scars. Domestic violence is abuse that includes However, the scars of emotional abuse physical violence. run deep. In fact, emotional abuse can be Domestic violence and abuse are just as damaging as physical abuse, even used to gain and maintain total control. worse.” He further elaborated, “Abusers use fear, Vicious Cycle guilt, shame and intimidation to wear the According to Boyd, not all abusive victim down and keep them under their relationships are the same, but they do thumb.” The abuser may also threaten follow a common pattern. The honey- the victim or those around the victim moon stage is when the abuser turns on (children, pets, etc.). The tactics the charm. A peaceful time, the victim employed by an abuser to control their feels the abuser is loving and compas- victim include manipulation, isolation, sionate. This leads into the tension financial/economic abuse, blaming, jeal- building stage. Arguments, emotional ousy and intimidation - not necessarily abuse, and minor physical incidents such in that order. as pushing occur. The blow-up stage Domestic violence does not discrim- always follows. This is when the physi- inate. It happens among heterosexual cal violence or argument occurs; it might couples and in same-sex partnerships. It include extreme physical or sexual vio- occurs within all age ranges, ethnic lence. The honeymoon stage happens backgrounds and economic levels. While again after a reconciliation - the abuser women are more likely recognized as apologizes and makes promises not to do victims, men are also abused, especially it again. He or she may feel guilt, but it’s verbally and emotionally, sometimes overshadowed by worry about getting even physically as well. “Abusive caught or facing consequences for their behavior is never acceptable, no matter actions. The cycle repeats. who it comes from,” Boyd said. Unfortunately, the violence and abuse Emotional Abuse gets worse each time. When people think of domestic Some members of the group shared abuse, they often picture battered their insight about domestic violence, women who have been physically and others shared experiences. Departments POTAWATOMI TRAVELING TIMES • February 15, 2013 Page 7 White Bison Curriculum Featured at CHOICES by Abbey Thompson

Over the next several weeks, stu- the generations, and eventually fed into dents in the CHOICES program will be the high rates of substance abuse and learning from two sets of curriculum domestic violence found in Native from White Bison. The project is a col- American communities today. laboration of the CHOICES, Domestic “Back then, the Feds knew how to Violence, Family Resources Center and break the bonds Indian people had with N.E.W. Directions programs. each other, animals and ancestors,” Fox On Monday, Jan. 28, they participat- said. ed in the second session, focusing on The consequences of intergenera- intergenerational trauma. Family tional trauma include hopelessness, diffi- Services staff members Brooks Boyd culties within families and distrust. This and Kerri Fox moderated the session. is passed down through direct parent- FCP tribal member Ira Frank participat- child interactions and also through inter- ed and provided encouragement by shar- actions with extended family and the ing some of his own experiences. community. They began the series titled “Students were treated badly at “Mending Broken Hearts: Healing from Indian boarding schools,” Boyd pointed Unresolved Grief and Intergenerational out. “Because they were taken away Trauma.” This group of activities will from their parents, their homes and tra- encourage trust and understanding ditions, the instructors subjected them to among the young people in the program. new negative behaviors and various Domestic Violence Advocate Brooks Boyd begins the second ses- “It won’t be easy at the beginning; they kinds of abuse. It took a toll on them; will learn some shocking facts about his- they repeated some of these behaviors sion dealing with intergenerational trauma. torical trauma,” Boyd said. when they went home. They kept things Participants were seated in a circle like anger bottled up. This affected as Boyd spoke about intergenerational everyone around them. Two or three trauma in reference to the historical suf- generations later, this is the base of the Joe Chaney, CHOICES program Known as the publishers of ferings of Native American people. negative things we see happening in our director, will work in partnership with Wellbriety Movement literature, White “Much of this suffering comes from the community today, like alcoholism and Boyd to develop each lesson plan. Bison Inc. has helped thousands of attempted genocide of the Native popu- abuse.” The second half of the curriculum Native Americans achieve sobriety and lation, and the effects of the Indian The meeting was the second of sev- titled “Understanding the Purpose of lead healthy lifestyles while in recovery. boarding schools,” he said. eral White Bison lessons planned for this Life: 12 Teachings for Native Youth” Also, White Bison Inc. encourages all Boyd and Fox described the long- group. As time progresses, they will will begin in March. Each session Native Americans to apply cultural and lasting effects of abuse and violence. address trust issues, emotions and for- includes video clips, talking circles, spiritual knowledge to heal from past These effects were transferred through giveness. opening and closing ceremonies. traumas and lead a healthy lifestyle.

2013 Devil’s Lake Fisheree 2013 Devil’s Lake submitted by Matt Steinbach, FCP Natural Resources Water Program Director Winter Fisheree Results The FCPC Natural Resources Tuckwab took home second and third Adult Department hosted its annual Winter place in the category. Louie Spaude was Largemouth Bass 1 Fisheree at Devil’s Lake on Feb. 2, 2013. able to squeeze into first place in the adult 1. George Tuckwab III 13 ⁄2” 1 The air temperatures were right around bluegill category by catching a bluegill 2. Jamie Tuckwab 13 ⁄4” 1 10°F throughout most of the event, making that weighed just 0.4 ounces more than the 3. Jamie Tuckwab 12 ⁄4” for a relatively cold day for fishing. second place fish, which was caught by However, the wind never picked up, the George VanZile, Jr. Joe Brown Sr. was Bluegill 1 sun persisted, and the majority of the once again able to locate a school of 1. Louie Spaude 9 ⁄2” 11.2 oz. 1 event’s participants remained huddled in healthy bluegills, although only one was 2. George VanZile Jr. 9 ⁄2” 10.8 oz. 3 their ice shacks, making the weather con- large enough to place this year, earning 3. Joe Brown Sr. 9 ⁄8” ditions tolerable. Many contestants began him third prize in the adult category. the fisheree with success as the majority of In an even tighter race, Robin Spencer Black Crappie 1 the fish were brought in for registration was able to pull a 12 ¼” black crappie 1. Robin Spencer 12 ⁄4” 1 lb. 2.4 oz. before noon. The bite slowed down some through the ice that outweighed the second 2. Dave VanZile 12 1/4” 1 lb. 2.3 oz. as the afternoon progressed, however, the place fish caught by Dave Vanzile by only 3. Jamie Tuckwab 12” total number of fish registered at this event 0.1 ounces. Jamie Tuckwab also earned still exceeded 40. third place in the adult black crappie cate- Youth For the first time in several years, a gory. Largemouth Bass youth angler won the event as Dawson Unfortunately, no yellow perch were 1. Dawson VanZile 14” 7 VanZile went home with a new Ion caught during the entire fisheree. 2. Israel Alloway 13 ⁄8” 3 Electric Auger after he caught the largest Coincidently, Jason Spaude was unable to 3. Malakhi VanZile 12 ⁄8" fish of the day, a 14” largemouth bass. fish during the event. 1 8 Bluegill Israel Alloway came within ⁄ ” of the Cash prizes were awarded to all adult 1 7 4 grand prize when he registered a 13 ⁄8” contestants, while gift cards to Smith Sport 1. Ryon Alloway 9 ⁄ ” 1 bass, while Malakhi VanZile rounded out & Hobby were awarded to all youth con- 2. Ryon Alloway 9 ⁄8” 1 the youth largemouth bass category with a testants. First place winners received $50, 3. Malakhi VanZile 8 ⁄2" 3 12 ⁄8” fish. Ryon Alloway caught the sec- second place winners received $30, and ond largest bluegill in the youth division, third place winners received $20 in each Black Crappie while Malakhi VanZile also placed third in category. As mentioned previously, 1. Tehya VanZile 11" this category as well. Tehya VanZile Dawson VanZile received an Ion Electric 2. Lily VanZile 10" caught a black crappie that out-measured Auger for winning the grand prize. her sister Lily’s crappie by 1”, earning The 2013 Summer Fisheree will like- *There were no yellow perch caught. them first and second place in the youth ly be scheduled for some time in August black crappie category, respectively. 2013. Please keep an eye out for an event George Tuckwab III caught the largest flyer as the summer quickly approaches. fish in the adult division when he caught a We hope to see everyone there! 13 ½” largemouth bass, while Jamie *see photos on pg. 8 Page 8 POTAWATOMI TRAVELING TIMES • February 15, 2013 Departments 2013 Devil’s Lake Fisheree ...continued from pg. 7

Dave, Tehya, and Dawson VanZile (right to left) pose with the second place black crappie, which was caught by Dave and measured 12”. Dawson VanZile proudly poses Louie Spaude takes a break The VanZile family keeps warm for a picture with his new auger, from watching his flasher to in their ice shack as they pull which he earned for catching pose for a picture. several fish through the ice. the largest fish in the entire event, a 14” largemouth bass.

(l-r) Dawson VanZile, Malakhi VanZile and Israel Alloway display the prizes they earned for the youth largemouth bass category.

Ryon Alloway (left) holds up a crappie that was caught by his dad, while his cousin Israel, holds up the bass that earned him second prize in the youth division. Gaming/News POTAWATOMI TRAVELING TIMES • February 15, 2013 Page 9 Randall Sturm Fills Director PBC Names Nancy Dzurko of Player Development Role as Human Resources at PBC Director submitted by Ryan Amundson, PBC External Communications Manager submitted by Ryan Amundson, PBC External Communications Manager

MILWAUKEE (Feb. 1, 2013) – MILWAUKEE (Feb. 1, 2013) – Randall Sturm has been named Director Nancy Dzurko has been named Human of Player Development at Potawatomi Resources Director at Potawatomi Bingo Bingo Casino (PBC). Casino (PBC). In this position, Sturm will provide With more than 15 years of experi- strategic direction to VIP services, pro- ence, Dzurko joins PBC with an exten- motions, the player’s club and guest sive background in human resources and relations, in addition to the 500-seat gaming operations. In her new position, Northern Lights Theater and the casino’s she will oversee daily operations of the retail store. human resources department, including Sturm began his employment at benefits, compensation, employee rela- PBC as a table games dealer in 1999 and tions, employment, training and devel- advanced his career through gaming opment, talent engagement and wellness. operations. He most recently served as a Dzurko has a masters of business casino manager, where he oversaw all administration with honors from facets of business, 24 hours-a-day. Washington University in St. Louis and Sturm lives in Caledonia with his has a bachelor’s degree in humanities, wife and children. He enjoys spending international studies and business Nancy Dzurko time with his family, traveling and play- Randall Sturm administration from Kansas State ing poker. University. She has previously earned her Professional in Human Resources Certification. Originally from Manhattan, Kan., NCAI Calls for Action on Violence Prior to joining PBC, Dzurko over- Nancy is married and has three dogs. saw casino and human resources opera- She and her husband Marc enjoy trying Against Women Act Legislation tions at Harrah’s properties in Missouri, new restaurants and attending sporting submitted by Thom Wallace, National Congress of American Indians Iowa and Illinois, most recently serving events. They are also working on their as vice president of human resources at goal of touring every NFL stadium Washington, DC – The National “NCAI is encouraged by this bi-par- Argosy Casino Hotel & Spa in nationwide. Congress of American Indians (NCAI) is tisan step to act on VAWA in the 113th Riverside, Mo. calling for immediate action on the Congress and it is clear there is support Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) across the board for a VAWA that as members of Congress weigh newly includes the tribal provisions. These nar- introduced legislation in both the Senate row provisions are vital to the safety of and House. NCAI is pointing to the sup- our Native women and to the Native and Tribal Nations Set to Gain Authority port of key Republicans with tribal con- non-Native communities where violent stituencies, in both the Senate and offenders are left unchecked if they to Make Disaster Declarations House, who are supporting the newly commit specific crimes of domestic or submitted by Thom Wallace, National Congress of American Indians introduced measures or similar measures sexual violence on tribal land. This is a in the past with key protections for clear sign that members of both sides of Washington, DC – Tribal nations tisan support for this legislation should Native American women. the aisle support this legislation and we will soon have the same ability provided not go unnoticed,” said Jefferson Keel, On Jan. 22, Senator Patrick Leahy are urging both the House and Senate to to states to make disaster relief declara- president of National Congress of (D-VT) reintroduced the bipartisan work together,” remarked NCAI tions and requests for assistance directly American Indians (NCAI). Keel is also Violence Against Women President Jefferson Keel. to the President of the United States. In the Lt. Governor of the Chickasaw Reauthorization Act (S. 47), coauthored The House also put forward VAWA a recent 62-36 vote, the U.S. Senate Nation of Oklahoma. by Sen. Mike Crapo (R-ID). The bill, legislation with Representatives Gwen passed H.R. 152, the Hurricane Sandy NCAI further acknowledges that the which reauthorizes the landmark VAWA Moore (D-WI) and John Conyers (D- Emergency Supplemental Federal Emergency Management law that first passed more than 20 years MI) introducing a House companion bill Appropriations bill, which includes Administration (FEMA) made the tribal ago, strengthens and improves existing (H.R. 11). In the 112th Congress, the amendments to allow tribal governments amendments to the Stafford Act its sole programs that assist victims and sur- Senate version, which included tribal to make direct requests for emergency legislative priority under Administrator vivors of domestic violence, dating vio- provisions, passed the Senate. In the assistance to the President under the Craig Fugate’s direction. The need for lence, sexual assault and stalking. final months of the 112th Congress, Stafford Act. Under current law, tribes this critical policy change has been The S. 47 version of the bill ensures Congressman Tom Cole (R-OK) and must seek assistance through a state called for repeatedly in FEMA tribal important protections for Native women Darrell Issa (R-CA) of the House governor’s office, often causing critical consultations and meetings with tribal facing domestic and sexual violence on offered H.R. 6625, known as the delays in emergency response on tribal leaders during NCAI conventions. reservations across the country. The bill Issa/Cole bill, which contained language lands. The legislation, which also “State and tribal governments will reflects the bipartisan agreements to address court jurisdiction and tribal includes $50 billion in Hurricane Sandy now be able to access disaster assistance reached in the 112th Congress on VAWA judicial parity in prosecuting non-Indian relief funding, passed 241-180 in the as needed to aid the people, local com- and is supported by key Republican defendants. Congressman Cole also House of Representatives two weeks ago munities, and regions in recovering Senators with tribal constituents includ- spoke out in favor of the Senate’s previ- and now goes to President Obama’s desk quickly from catastrophic situations. ing Senator Crapo the coauthor from ous version of VAWA S.1925. NCAI to be signed into law. NCAI looks forward to the signature of Idaho and co-sponsors Senator Lisa supported the Issa/Cole language. “Some tribal nations in the U.S., this landmark legislation by President Murkowski (R-AK) and Susan Collins After tireless advocacy during the many in remote areas, are larger than Obama. NCAI is prepared to work with (R-ME). Other co-sponsors include 112th Congress for a comprehensive some states and every tribal nation has FEMA to ensure its implementation con- Senators Kelly Ayotte (R-NH), Bennet VAWA, NCAI and members of NCAI’s unique disaster response and recovery tains fair and inclusive eligibility criteria (D-CO), Cantwell (D-WA), Casey (D- Violence Against Women Task Force are requests. The final passage of this bill and will benefit the maximum number PA), Coons (D-DE), Durbin (D-IL), actively meeting with members of marks a historic moment in tribal emer- of tribal communities,” concluded Hagan (D-NC), Kirk (R-IL), Klobuchar Congress to garner additional support gency preparedness and response. Our Robert Holden, NCAI’s Deputy Director (D-MN), McCaskill (D-MO), Mikulski for the newly introduced bill. nations, devastated too often by natural and longtime coordinator of emergency (D-MD), Murray (D-WA), Shaheen (D- To read more about NCAI’s position disasters with disproportionate impacts, management policy and response efforts NH), Tester (D-MT), Udall (D-CO), and regarding the Violence Against Women will be more capable to respond imme- at NCAI. Whitehouse (D-RI). Act, visit http://bit.ly/VCYSwu. diately to major disasters, and the bipar- Page 10 POTAWATOMI TRAVELING TIMES • February 15, 2013 Notices

CULTURE EVENTS OPPORTUNITIES SERVICES OFFERED

Neshnabemwen - The Potawatomi Balancing Your Life & Diabetes/ Eagle’s Wing Foster Care Resource Room — New Location language has endured through the pas- SPARKS - Recruitment: Take a Child Under Your Now located in the Family Resource sage of time. At one time, it is said that By appointment • Diabetes Education Wing Center (Old Tribal Hall), the room has we all spoke the same language. Later Room, Health & Wellness Center FCP is in need for Native American four computers that are open to the com- on, we started speaking different lan- Diabetes Education: foster homes to keep FCP children in their munity. These computers are equipped guages and forming tribes based on who Monitoring, making healthy changes, community and connected to their tradi- with the following software to assist in was able to understand each other. psychosocial, complications, sick day and tions, language and culture. Protecting our improving your job skills, completing or The Bodewadmi, Ojibwe and travel, planning for pregnancy, hypo- children is priority, preserving our families updating your résumé, brushing up on Odawa were all one tribe and spoke the glycemia, medications, diabetes in gener- is tradition. Stop in at the FCP Indian computer and typing skills, and for com- same language. As the differences in the al, insulin and goal setting. Child Welfare department in the Family pleting correspondence: language grew, they each formed a sepa- Sparks Weight Management Services building (5415 Everybody’s • Turbo Typing - interactive, fun prac- rate entity. However, they maintained a Program: Physical Activity & Nutrition Road, Crandon). Call (715) 478-4812. tice available to increase your hand/eye close bond and formed the “Council of Education: Flea & Craft Market: Nashville coordination and typing speed. the Three Fires” to deal with any issues S - Support (weekly participation Town Hall (HWY 55/Cty Rd. B, • Quick Skills - hands-on, self-paced that might affect them. The Three Fires encouraged); P - Program; A - Get Active, Crandon, Wis.) to learn and enhance your computer skills signified the alliance between the three, Stay Active; R - Reap the Rewards: Feel Every Wednesday features a variety of of Microsoft programs such as Word, while their individual fires proclaimed Better, Be Healthier; K - Know the Basics items, such as: antiques, jewelry, hand- PowerPoint, Excel and Access. their own identity. of Good Nutrition; S - Stay Focused on crocheted items, handmade soaps, oils, • WinWay Résumé Deluxe - it’s easy Beginning learners on Monday Being Healthy baked goods, wood crafts. Vendors wel- to develop a résumé with more than evenings: 5 - 7 p.m. - FCP Cultural Please call Lisa Miller, RD, CD, at come; call Linda Radtke, (715) 484-7271, 14,000 ready-to-use templates, more than Center, Library and Museum: (715) (715) 478-4320, or Cathy Chitko at (715) for more information and hours. 100,000 job-winning phrases and more 478-7478. 478-4367. than 350 different design themes. When complete, the auditor will evaluate your SERVICES OFFERED résumé. EDUCATION • WisCareers Website - career explo- Employment Skills Program ration guide and opportunities on comput- Crandon Indian Education FCP Economic Support has an er programs. Complete a variety of assess- Committee - HEALTH employment skills program for tribal ments based on interests, work values, Monthly meetings are normally members with resources/tools to help career skills and workplace skills; help Crandon AA - Thursday Night Big held the first Wednesday of each month them overcome employment barriers. We coordinate your work values into an excit- Book Study, lower level Crandon Library at 5 p.m. at Health & Wellness Center. are here to coach and encourage individu- ing career; check out a variety of technical 7 - 9 p.m. Contact: Paulette at (715) 902- Contact these committee members with als to recognize their skills and to find schools and colleges; use a guided pro- 0672. questions or concerns: occupations related to those skills and gram to set up your portfolio. AA Meetings - Lost Marbles Margaret Konaha - Chairperson interests. The FCP Economic Support staff is Saturdays at 9 a.m., Wabeno Fire (715) 478-7347 (work) also available to assist with any of these Dept. Contact Donald at (715) 889-6709 Hazel George - Member computer programs. For additional assis- or Ryan at (715) 850-1265 for more infor- (715) 478-5612 (home) tance, please contact us at (715) 478-7206, mation. Shari Alloway - Member 7292, or 7295. Wellbriety - 12 Step Meeting (715) 478-7224 (work) Held every Monday at 6 p.m. in the Brenda Cornell - Secretary lower level of the FCP Cultural Center, (715) 478-4308 (work) Tribal Employment Skills Program Library & Museum. ANYONE who is in Guadalupe Cisneros - Member recovery and searching for a sober way of The tribal employment skills program is administered by the Economic Support (715) 478-7478 (work) living is more than welcome to attend! If Department and is for tribal members living in Forest County and/or surrounding Myra VanZile - Home School you have any questions, contact Brooks areas for accessibility to job sites. Coordinator Boyd at (715) 889-4902 or FCP Health & The tribal employment skills program offers a benefit to tribal members to pro- (715) 478-6175 (home) Wellness Center Behaviorial Health at vide a fresh perspective to tribal businesses through a work experience. This work (715) 478-3723, Crandon School (715) 478-4332. experience can help the tribal community by showing your talents and interests to [email protected] Do You Feel Like No One tribal businesses. It is an opportunity to make an impression and explore area of trib- Wabeno Indian Education Understands You? You’re not alone! Let al government before entering into full-time employment. Committee - Meetings are held every your voice be heard! Let someone share If you are unsure about the work experience, we can work to address concerns second Tuesday of the month at 6 p.m. your pain! If you are thinking of commit- you may have regarding the work experience and/or employment. at Potawatomi Carter Casino Hotel. ting suicide or know someone who is, This program also offers the following services: please get help! Help is only one touch or • Career Assessment - guide on what area would be best for you based on your EVENTS a phone call away. interest and skills. Crisis Line: 1 (888) 299-1188 • Academic Success Center - basic computer, math or writing assistance to Family Night - (Serving Forest, Vilas & Oneida counties: achieve your high school equivalency diploma and/or brush up on general academic FCP Language and Culture presents a 24 hours a day/7 days a week) areas to prepare for secondary education/employment. family night within the third week of each Kids in Need: 1 (800) 622-9120 • Résumé writing guide - résumé templates, websites to help in designing month. Watch for flyers or call (715) 478- The Get-2-Gether Peer Support résumé paper and cover letter examples. 4430 or 7376. Drop-In Center: (715) 369-3871 • Quick Skills - hands-on training to learn and enhance your computer skills in Get Fit & Stay Active - Run-Away Hotline: 1 (800) 621-4000 Microsoft Programs such as Word, Powerpoint, Excel and Access. FCP tribal members, their immediate 1 (800) 273-TALK; TTY: 1 (800) 799- • Job Seeking Skills - tips on applying for employment, addressing some barri- families and FCP employees can use 4TTY or visit suicidehotlines.com. ers. recreation and fitness equipment at We • Mock Interviews - practice run for interview. Care in Carter, Wis., Monday-Friday, noon - 8 p.m.* • Also advantages/incentives after work experience placement. Employees of the FCP Rec Center Please stop in and check it out. If you have any questions or interest in the pro- will staff both rooms. Contact Brian gram, please call Rick Alloway at (715) 478-7262 or Christie Schmidt at (715) 478- Tupper at (715) 478-7420 with questions. 7206. *Hours subject to change depending on scheduled Rec Center activities. Are you looking for an aerobic workout that is simple to learn? Do ® FCP Tribal Member Diabetics: Come Join the you want to burn 500-1,000 calories within one hour? Then Zumba Diabetes Luncheon - ® might be worth a try! No information available on this Zumba Party! Zumba®, a Latin-inspired dance-fitness program, covers a range event at time of print. of dance styles: mambo, cumbia, merengue, cha-cha and, sometimes, Now being offered during belly dancing and hiphop! Life Skills Group But don’t let the party-like atmosphere of Zumba® fool you! The (Wednesday, Feb. 20, dance moves are fun, but you use almost every muscle of your body 1-3 p.m.) at the Family as you shimmy, shake and stomp your way fit! Resource Center So come on over, and give it a try – hope to see you here! Call Kerry for more information: (715) 478-4837. Calendar/Personals POTAWATOMI TRAVELING TIMES • February 15, 2013 Page 11

February 2013 FCP Elder Menu* Monday, Feb. 18 Monday, Feb. 25 No Lunch Beef Tips over Noodles, Corn, Tuesday, Feb. 19 Green Beans, Fruit Cocktail Sauerkraut & Pork, Asparagus, Tuesday, Feb. 26 Cauliflower, Bread, Peaches BBQ on Bun, Baked Potato, Brussel Sprouts, Wednesday, Feb. 20 Chocolate Chip Cookie Beef Stew, Cheese Garlic Biscuit, Jello® w/Fruit, Oatmeal Cookie Wednesday, Feb. 27 Chicken Wings, Boiled Parslied Thursday, Feb. 21 Potatoes, Peas & Carrots, Sub Sandwich, Baked Chips, Tropical Fruit, Bread Cucumber Salad, Pineapple, Kids and Community on the Move Orange Juice Thursday, Feb. 28 Bean Soup, Cornbread, Friday, Feb. 22 Fresh Fruit, Blueberry Yogurt One-on-One Individualized Health Program Potato & Ham Soup, Cheese Sandwich, Mixed Berries Friday, Feb. 29 Grant Funding Provided by the Aspirus Health Foundation Tuna Sandwich, Tator Tots, *Menus subject to change. Milk, Green Beans, Mandarin Oranges Today through June 30, 2013 juice or coffee with every meal. Contact Registered Dietitian Lisa Miller at 715-478-4320, FCP Health and Wellness Center, or 715-478-4339 for an appointment. Start today! F E B R U A R Y 2 0 1 3 Why set a goal? The benefits of goal making include: C A L E N D A R O F E V E N T S http://www.timethoughts.com/goalsetting/WhySetGoals.htm C o m m u n i t y H e a l t h • Goals can provide motivation, persistence and desire. • Goals can help you establish priorities. • WIC - HWC: Feb. 12 • Goals can provide a roadmap to take you from where you are to where you want to be. • Dream the Cure: Feb. 14, Carter We Care 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., HWC 1 - 4 p.m. • Heart Health Game Night - HWC: Feb. 19, 4:30 - 7 p.m. The program involves: • Carter We Care Facility Staffing: 1. Drop in or make an appointment with the dietitian. Mondays – Jodie, Missy, Tuesdays – Leah 2. Set a goal for improving nutrition, increasing physical activity and/or Wednesdays – Cathy, Thursdays – Jodie, Yvonne, Lisa achieving a healthy weight. 3. Receive education related to your goal. F C P F a m i l y R e s o u r c e C e n t e r 4. Achieve your goal and receive and incentive to continue to live a healthier life. • Healthy Relationships: Mondays, Feb. 11, 25, 1 - 3 p.m. • Play Shoppe: Tuesdays, Feb. 12, 19, 26, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. • Life Skills Group: Wednesdays, Feb. 13, 20, 27, 1-3 p.m., DV Advocate Brooks Boyd to speak Jan. 30; Zumba offered on Feb. 20 (see notice on pg. 10). • Positive Indian Parenting: Thursdays, Feb. 14, 21, 28, 10 a.m. - noon Call (715) 478-4837 for details on programs. OPEN registration for Nurturing Fathers! • • • PERSONALS • • • N . E . W . D i r e c t i o n s / C H O I C E S P r o g r a m

I want to con- DONAVAN FRANK SHEPARD • Group I Youngsters: Tuesdays, 12, 19, 26, 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. gratulate my son, 6-24-86 • 2-14-11 • Group II - Youth: Wednesdays, Feb. 13, 20, 27, 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. Hunter Tuckwab, • Group III - Teens: Thursdays, Feb. 14, 21, 28, 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. on his wins in the All events are at the FCP Family Resource Center unless otherwise specified. Youth will be picked month of January. up directly from school. If you need more information, please call Judy Poler at (715) 478-4941, On Jan. 19, Hunter Joe Chaney at (715) 478-4839, or Ahshoni Daniels at (715) 478-4316. took first place in Florence with three R e c r e a t i o n D e p a r t m e n t pins to his credit. Open gym now available noon - 8 p.m. on Saturdays. For information on Rec Center activities, call On Jan. 26, he (715) 478-7420. wrestled in Lena and came home with two pins and Where has the time gone? It first place - he seems like yesterday that you were fought his way here. When will I see you again? It back to first place Happy Birthday to: could be today, tomorrow, next week and broke the tie. Veronica Gilligan on Feb. 19 or next year. Whenever it will be, it On Jan. 27, he Tessa Shepard on Feb. 19 will be a glorious day for me. I thank wrestled in Green Hannah VanZile on Feb 18 God for the 24 years you were here Bay, coming home Peter Samplaski on Feb. 18 with us. I look at your bedroom door with two pins and Alison Roberts on Feb 18 and vision you in your room, and in a first place. Jennifer Steely on Feb. 16 He works very the next moment I vision you in hard. Four days a Heaven which is a far better place. I had a dream that I was going Happy Belated week he trains, Happy Valentine’s Day somewhere, and I asked you to watch runs his five miles, Birthday to: to my girlz: Nate Jr. and Shaina for me. Of course, does his one hour Kaylynn Samplaski Trena, Feb. 16 you said yes. Are you their guardian workout and prac- Marie Shepard and angel? I would like to think so. tices his wrestling Tesja DeHoyas Marie, Feb. 28. Speaking for your brothers, sis- moves for another Todd Samplaski Sr. Love always, Mom ters, nieces, nephews, cousins and hour and a half. Donny Gilligan many friends, we still can laugh at the All of his hard Iva Shepard work is paying off. funny things you did or said. You were Happy Valentine’s everyone’s friend and my wonderful to my babies: Words can’t Mom and Grandma loves you son. Until we meet again, Donavan, I express how proud I am of my son. all. Hope your day was as Trena, M arie, Julius. love and miss you. Happy Valentine’s Keep up the good work, special as you are to me! I love you with all my Day in Heaven. Potawatomi anaconda! Love, Mom and Grandma Patsy heart and soul. Jamie Tuckwab Love, Mom, Patsy Love, Mom Page 12 POTAWATOMI TRAVELING TIMES • February 15, 2013 Events