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PRSRT STD See Inside for Sault Tribe’s 2009 Annual Report U.S. Postage PAID Permit No. 30 Gaylord, MI 49735 :n`nlm0%+))2Ohe',)Gh'1 Fldhfbgbd^@bbsblKZli[^kkrIb\dbg`Fhhg Win H__b\bZeg^pliZi^kh_ma^LZnemLm^'FZkb^Mkb[^h_<abii^pZBg]bZglAwenen Nisitotung Scenes from Manistique’s 2008 powwow Folks from near and far enjoyed another powwow in Manistique this year. Above left, drums at the heart of the whole affair. Above right, veterans begin the proceedings. Below left, some of the youth on hand. Below right, young and old satisfy their hunger at the customary feast. Photos by Viola Neadow. Hessel members build fourth of July float SUBMITTED BY JACKIE MINTON and Hessel shift manager Jackie HESSEL — Youngsters in Minton threw candy, patriotic the summer Circle of Life youth beads and stuffed Kewadin program, Youth Education and squirrels to bystanders from Activities coordinator Lisa the back of the truck. Kewadin Burnside and assistant Francie slot attendant Danielle Huffman Wyers, along with the Mukwa walked along with the animals Giizhik Drum, built and entered and handed out free token cards a float in this year’s Fourth to the adults along the route. of July parade in Cedarville. The float was part of a pro- The Hessel Kewadin Casino motion designed by Minton to sponsored the float which bore bring tourists into Hessel casino the theme Living the Teachings for the holiday. It was a work- of Our Elders reflecting the View of the front of the parade ing project that brought youth, parade’s general theme of our float Sault Tribe members in elders and community together Upper Peninsula heritage. Hessel built for Cedarville’s while they had a good time and The youth and drum mem- Independence Day parade. showed the Les Cheneaux area bers decorated the float. During the heart of our Ojibwe Nation the parade, the Mukwas Giizhik Hessel Squirrel (Divina Izzard), — our elders, youth, drums and Singers performed accompanied Manistique Raccoon (Melissa dancers in our circle. by elders Margaret Vasser and Andress), Sault Bear (Noah G’tchi miigwech to Jim and Catherine LaPoint. Six danc- Lindberg) and the St. Ignace Jeannette Landreville for the EXCELLENT — Hessel Kewadin Casino and youth in a YEA sum- ers — Francie Wyers, Robin Moose (Rachael Huffman) use of their garage to build the mer program put together resources to build a parade float for the St. Andrew, Sarah Landreville, led the way with Jeanette float and to everyone else who Independence Day celebration in Cedarville. When the float joined Morgan McWeston, Michaela Landreville, Corey Duquette, took part in making the project the parade, it bore the Mukwa Giizhik Drum of Hessel along with Alford and Hunter Captain Zachary Bruce and Amber a success and a great opportu- elders for a ride through the town on a sunny day. Traditional danc- — accompanied the drum. Smith in a truck. Sault Tribe nity to showcase our Ojibwe ers accompanied the float as it went along its route. Kewadin Casino mascots, the Vice Chairwoman Lana Causley traditions. 2 Announcements :n`nlm0%+))2Pbg:p^g^gGblbmhmng` Sault History Fest 2009 – MSU Extension offering training Come witness a historic along with music and entertain- celebration of history. Announc- ment, learn about building birch ing the first Sault History Fest bark canoes, see an American for master gardener volunteers Aug. 14-15 on the Water Street Indian encampment, fishing Marquette County MSU gardener, you must attend all 800 pages. Historic Block behind the Pullar camp, blacksmith, 1812 re- Extension is accepting training sessions, pass a final Registration and enrollment Building. enactors, Civil War re-enactors registrations for master gardener examination and volunteer 40 fees are due by Sept. 2. Contact Free to the general public. (tentative), spinning, weaving, volunteer training, which hours of approved horticultural the Marquette County MSU Anyone interested in his- antique vehicles, historic plants begins Sept. 14 and continues service to your community. Extension office at 475-5731 or tory is welcomed to enjoy this and more. Children can enjoy every Monday through Dec. Volunteer activities could Alger County MSU Extension inaugural event to promote local continuous historic activities 7, 2009. All classes will be at include teaching a junior office at 387-2530. history and support restoration such as races, crafts, butter mak- the Marquette-Alger Regional master gardener program, of the Baraga House. ing, “laundry day,” quilting and Educational Service Agency writing gardening articles, a Scheduled events for the more. Listen to story telling and conference room at 321 East beautification project at a public evening of Aug. 14, 5-8 p.m., peruse information from non- Ohio St. in Marquette from 6 to building or facility, answering include a fish boil ($12 per per- profit history organizations and 9 p.m. gardening questions from the son), music and entertainment, museums. The master gardener program public at the Extension office, demonstrations on building For more information, contact increases your knowledge judging flower and vegetable birch bark canoes and more. Ginny Cymbalist at 632-9523 and understanding of varied projects at the county fair or TRIBAL MEMBER HOME On Aug. 15, 10 a.m. to 8 or [email protected] or horticultural topics including assisting community garden p.m., take tours of historic the Chippewa County Historical FOR SALE! growing flowers, vegetables participants. 321 Dawson St., Sault Ste. buildings, enjoy the fare from Society at 635-7082 or cchs@ and fruit, lawn care, house Class size is limited and Marie: 13 years old, 1 story, food booths and other vendors sault.com. plant care, plant disease, insect individuals participating in the 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, new pest control and much more. class must pay an enrollment appliances, new wall-to-wall Instructors are MSU Extension fee of $210 to cover the cost carpeting, ramp entrance, nice Tribal Court Food Pantry – professionals and regional of training materials, speakers The staff at the Sault Ste. service to members who we shed, beautiful gardens! experts. and facilities. The complete Marie Chippewa Tribal Court is serve in the court. $ To become a certified Michigan Master Gardener only 68,500 pleased to announce the opening The Tribal Court probation Michigan volunteer master Training Manual contains over (906) 748-0484 or 748-0070 of the Tribal Court Food Pantry staff maintains the food pantry, to better assist Sault Tribe so those involved with Tribal families involved in the Tribal Court and need assistance, Want ads now Court system. please call (906) 635-4963 and available in The pantry offers a variety of ask for either Jennifer Blair or items such as pasta, rice, canned Edward McKelvie. Win Awenen fruits, vegetables, laundry A full size refrigerator/freezer Nisitotung! detergent and so forth. This is needed in order to offer program allows families who perishable items such as meat, As a service to our may not have access to these bread and dairy items. If anyone members and employees, items by other means the ability has a refrigerator/freezer they we now offer inexpensive advertising to help you get to “shop” in our food pantry for would like to donate or sell, or the word out about your basic non-perishable items. if anyone would like to donate garage sales, items and Services for members at non-perishable items to the services for sale, hire or large are available elsewhere; pantry, their assistance would be trade along with items and however, we are proud to be greatly appreciated. services wanted. able to provide this additional Plain language text with Open house set for the a flat rate of 25 cents per word or numerical group per month. Groups consist performing arts academy – of one or more characters. The Academy of Performing instructors and have any of your Here are two examples: Arts is celebrating its ninth questions answered. “ season of bringing dance and During this time, you may Peachy keen adult size snowshoes for sale. Excellent drama instruction to the Sault put your child’s name on the condition. Call 555-1234.” Ste. Marie area. class list to ensure a spot when (11 groups at 25 cents The academy cordially invites classes resume in September. each for one month: $2.75) you to attend its open house on Our year-end production Thursday, Aug. 20 from 4 to of Cinderella is scheduled for ”I do snow removal, 8 p.m. The open house will be performances on May 1-2, 2010. yard work and odd jobs. 902 Ashmun Street (SW corner at Ann Street) at the Chi Mukwa Community The academy personnel Reasonable rates. Call 555- Recreation Center. would love for you and your 1234 anytime.” Open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Lemonade and cookies will children to become a part of all (14 groups, 25 cents be served. of the magic. each for one year: $42.00) Master mechanics, certified by the This is a wonderful time and For more information about Automotive Service Excellence Institute. Orders must be paid in opportunity to come and see our offerings, contact Miss advance by check or money Over 28 years combined experience. the studios, meet and greet the Luanna at (906) 253-2180. order. Send ad text, number of Applying for a license or identification card? months to run, contact informa- Brakes, exhaust, suspension, air conditioning, According to Sault Tribe Enrollment Department, the Michigan tion and remittance to Want Ads, steering and alignment, plus many other services. Secretary of State will now accept tribal photo identification cards Communications, 531 Ashmun from federally recognized American Indian tribes. For a full list of Street, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783.