OUR 25TH YEAR MULTI-CULTURAL NEWS GLOBAL NETWORK NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2011 Native Americans ‘Swim for Life’ in San Francisco Bay American Indians three times more likely to die from diabetes-related complications

by Pete Verral, Community Outreach/Media The event concluded the ninth annual Relations Representative PATHSTAR PATHSTAR Alcatraz Program, a week- long (October 9-17) event. PATHSTAR SAN FRANCISCO, CA – It’s about 1.2 (www.pathstar.org), a San Francisco- miles from Alcatraz to the San Francisco based nonprofit, inspires active lifestyle shore, which doesn’t seem a long swim and healthy nutrition within Indian until you consider the frigid, mid-50 Country communities. degree water and perilous currents of the The national diabetes epidemic is San Francisco Bay. On October 17, devastating in Indian Country. When Native Americans from South Dakota, compared with the population as a Alaska, Washington and the San whole, American Indians are three times Francisco Bay Area completed the swim more likely to die from diabetes-related -- with just six days’ training. complications, according to federal Fred Crisp, one of the organizers and Indian Health Service statistics. Obesity

a San Francisco resident said, “Today’s is a leading risk factor of diabetes. Native Photo Johan Wikman swim was truly the ‘Magnificent Twelve’, youth are twice as likely to be over- The Magnificent Twelve swim for health in front of Alcatraz Island. with the oldest swimmer being 62 years weight than are young people in the old, and the youngest being 15 years general population. physical fitness experts that included The Lakota message, “Oyate kin nipi old. Three of the 12 swimmers had only During the week prior to the swim, Pilates and yoga sessions and a kayaking kte: So that the people will live,” suc- one swim before this, and all of the the participants visited farmer’s markets outing. Following the program, they cinctly expresses the motivation for the members had little or no experience on and school gardening/meal-planning returned to their communities as ambas- participants. open water, especially cold waters such programs, learned healthy cooking prac- sadors of change, sharing their experi- as the San Francisco Bay...” tices and worked with dieticians and ences and ideas with family and friends. SEE Swim For Life, page 2

In this issue... 1 Swim For LIfe California Indian Culture and Sovereignty Cultural Sovereignty Center Opens 2 Disenrollments Governor Brown Appoints Lee Gutierrez Center Opens its Doors 3 OWS Welcomes Indigenous People American Indian Warriors Association by R.E. Gomez preservation of cul- 4 Big Brothers Sisters Celebrate Native Heritage Month tural heritage and St Augustine’s Cultural Heritage California State University San Indian activities on Respected Elder Katherine Siva Saubel Marcos reaches a new milestone with the campus. Currently, Passes On grand opening of the California Indian the center, along 5 Dorothy M. Tavui Library Memorial Dedication Culture and Sovereignty Center with Pauma reser- Union Bank KPBS Honor Local Heros (CICSC). The ceremony took place on vation, has collabo- Indian Girls Softball Team Brings Home Thursday, November 17, 2011 with a rated to create soft- the Gold 6 Update on Black Indian Survey large number of attendees to show their ware for indige- Bureau of Black Indian Affairs support. The new center will be used as nous language 7 Underground Railroad Conference a gathering place for faculty and staff teachings for local New York OWS William Loren Katz linking them up with Tribal members native tribes within 8-9 Photos: Malcolm X Library their schools cur- Harvest Dinner and Native American students. CSUSM LA Indian Heritage Month Celebration finished the building and its new center riculum. CA Indian Culture & Sovereignty Center during the summer semester’s break. The shadows 10 Buffalo Soldier Tradition started to cover the Currently, the CICSC is home to the Dr. Joely Proudfit greets those assembled acknowledging the presence of Jon Meza Cuero Tukwut (cougar) 11 Seneca Niagara Opens Chololate University’s American Indian Student a Redtailed Hawk and a wildcat spotted in the area earlier in the day. Boutique Alliance (AISA), that meets weekly to statue as it patient- Multi Cultural Festival discuss upcoming events that help the ly watched the sun 12 CA to charge Prisoners $142 Per Day set. The cold suddenly took over and as spoke about how the CICSC was just Senior Olympics Report community and local reservations focus on a higher education. The CICSC is the exciting event started. Tribal Liaison the beginning for the Native American 13 Gray Whale Season at Birch Aquarium Tishmall Turner, opened the even with Poway Center for the Performing Arts part of the new Social Science and people. Dr. Proudfit continued to men- an introduction to all the attendees and 14 Nevada News Behavioral building which allows the tion that the center opening its doors of the next speaker, Dr. Joely Proudfit, 15 Reid All About It center to serve as an important facility 16 Southern California Tribal TANF The center director and professor at the shows that there is an important com- www.indianvoices.net for Native American studies. The center university. Her speech was breathtaking will also be a location to research and SEE CISC, page 2 2 Indian Voices • November/December 2011 Picayune Rancheria Tribal Governor Brown Appoints Lee Gutierrez and Pouneh Simpson to the California Disenrollments ‘Disheartening’ Department of Veterans Affairs by Rande Payne / Guest Commentary results are almost always failed enter- SACRAMENTO, CA – Governor Interagency Coordination Group at prises, a politics of spoils, brain drain, I found the Sept. 29 Sierra Star article Edmund G. Brown Jr. today appointed Pacific Command Headquarters since outside perceptions of incompetence Lee Gutierrez as Deputy Secretary for January 2011. Gutierrez has served in by Carmen George about disenrollment and chaos that undermine the defense of of Chukchansi tribal members very Minority Veterans Affairs in the multiple command positions ranging sovereignty and the confidence of the California Department of Veterans Affairs from brigade to platoon and joint staff informative and well written, although it community. is very disheartening to see what is hap- (CalVet). He also appointed Pouneh positions, including director of cultural Per capita payments, or “stipends” as Simpson as Chief of Financial awareness and counterinsurgency and pening to the Chukchansi people. they were called in the article, are at the Unfortunately, disenrollment is all too Operations for the CalVet Veterans executive assistant officer to heart of what is driving the Chukchansi Homes Division. Commanding General, First United common with many tribes today. disenrollments. Rather than reinvesting I serve as the District 6 representative “I welcome Lee and Pouneh to the States Army, Lieutenant General Honoré. casino profits into nation-owned and CalVet family,” said Peter J. Gravett, Simpson, of Sacramento, has served for the Citizen Potawatomi Nation operated enterprises that further eco- which covers the southern half of CalVet Secretary. “Lee’s extensive knowl- as chief of administrative services divi- nomic development, create jobs within edge and experience in cultural aware- sion for the State Personnel Board since California from near the Kings River to the community, insure self-determina- the Mexican border and the southern ness makes him uniquely qualified to fill 2009. She was chief of fiscal services at tion and lessen dependency on federal the Deputy Secretary for Minority the California Emergency Management half of Nevada, representing about aid, the profits are fought over and 1,900 members of our 30,000-plus Veterans position. Pouneh’s depth of Agency from 2007 to 2009, chief of eventually squandered and the commu- knowledge of fiscal services will greatly administration at the Office of the member tribe headquartered in nity remains in chaos and poverty. Shawnee, Ok. enhance the CalVet Veterans Home Inspector General from 2005 to 2007, It saddens me to see this. While I am Division as its Chief of Financial manager of forms and publication at the Myself and the other 15 members of not Chukchansi, I am Native American. the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Tribal Operations.” Board of Equalization from 2004 to But it also concerns me and because Gutierrez, of Temecula, is a retired 2005, special projects manager at the Legislature recently took a Native while the Bureau of Indian Affairs may Nations rebuilding course through The colonel with more than 29 years of com- California State Controller’s Office from appear to be hands-off with the tribe’s missioned service in the United States 2000 to 2004 and a budget analyst at University of Arizona’s Native Nations enrollment issues, you can bet they are Institute. What is happening with the Army, serving in twelve countries. He Department of Finance from 1997 to watching the chaos and dysfunction of has been the division chief of the Joint 1999. Chukchansi Tribe fits the “standard the tribal government. approach” profile as described in the If there are enough petitions, protests course material to a tee. and law suits, the BIA has everything it So many tribes fall into the pit of the “standard approach” to economic devel- opment and nation building. The typical SEE Disenrollments, page 4

Swim For Life Colville Federated Tribes), WA, Continued from page 1 observed, “This was an exceptional expe- Multicultural News from an American Indian Perspective rience with a dedication to a healthy Terry Mills (Oglala Lakota), Pune lifestyle. This was about eating, learning, PUBLISHED BY BLACKROSE COMMUNICATIONS Member, American Indian Chamber of Commerce Ridge, SD, stated, “I plan to put what we and how to prepare for a new lifestyle. have learned here to work on the reser- By preparing for our swim, we learned Email: [email protected] vation. We need to encourage more gar- that we can overcome any obstacle...” Website: www.indianvoices.net Advisory Board: Esther Abrahano, Deborah Hood dening of fruits and vegetables without Jeffrey Not Help Him (Oglala Lakota), the use of pesticides and chemicals.... Editorial Board: Rose Davis Pine Ridge, SD, commented, “I had an We learn a lot from each other... We bring some of our language, our cul- intense week of knowledge, friendship, Editor: Rose Davis Writer: Jaclyn Bissonette ture... Anybody can do this, age is not and support to complete an event I did- n’t think I could. I did it... There were Outside Support: Mel Vernon Entertainment Writer/ an issue...” LV Entertainment Writer: Z. Z. Zorn Photographer LA/SD: Rochelle Porter Zolina Zizi (Cheyenne, Arikara sacrifices that I chose to make and they Associate Editor: Sis Mary Muhahmmad Reporter de Espectaculos: Omar DeSantiago Creek), Richmond, CA, said, “ I will be understood. I lost people I loved, but Writer: Frank WhiteOak Reporter de Espectaculos: Michelle Banuet working on placing gardens in schools gained new friends. And I’m blessed, Writer: Kathleen Blavatt Proofreader: Mary Lou Finley and getting healthy foods into schools. I truly blessed. I see that through the ten Writer: Roy Cook Graphic Artist: Elaine Hall will definitely spread the word...” thousand colors. When you say you Writer: Marc Snelling Staff Photographer: Abel Jacome Writer: Scott Andrews Sports Photographer: David Pugh Jr. Shelli Joy Martinez (Okanogan Band, can’t, you can.”

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The march was followed by presenta- Occupy Wall Street Welcomes Indigenous Peoples tions from members of the local Taíno and Mexica community including New York, NY – As the United States platform’, which noted that “without ‘Mexica Danza’ back at Zucotti officially celebrated Columbus Day on addressing justice for indigenous peo- Park. Monday, indigenous peoples joined ples, there can never be a genuine move- With the ancient rhythms of the thousands of activists to commemorate ment for justice and equality in the Mexica drums resounding through “Indigenous Peoples Day” at Occupy United States.” the New York night, Kent Lebsock Wall Street in Lower Manhattan. At the “teach-in” speakers from the (Lakota) of Owe Aku International Representatives of several local, national, Owe Aku International Justice Project, Justice Project and Roberto and international indigenous organiza- First Voices Indigenous Radio, and the Múkaro Borrero (Borikén Taíno) of tions and community groups led a United Confederation of Taíno People the United Confederation of Taíno teach-in and then an historic march reminded those gathered that People presented the opening down to the National Museum of the “Columbus was not a Day” as they remarks to Occupy Wall Street’s American Indian. The indigenous repre- linked “colonialism and corporate greed” evening General Assembly. During sentatives also presented an ‘indigenous to the struggles of Indigenous Peoples the presentation, an ‘indigenous Photo: Alyssa Macy platform’ was offered for the edu- A Day of Solidarity with Indigenous Peoples at Occupy Wall Street. From left to right: Jen Yazzie (Navajo), cation and endorsement of the Roberto Mukaro Borrero (Taino), Kent Lebsock (Lakota), groups and individuals in atten- American Indian Warrior and Tiokasin Ghosthorse (Lakota).

Association: San Diego around the world. Following the teach-in, indigenous by Roy Cook and carry in the colors if we were short community members where honored to of members. Alex Rodriguez and his son lead the evening march of several thou- AMERICAN INDIAN WARRIORS had a Jueaneno display and we enjoyed sand activists from Liberty Plaza/Zucotti ASSOCIATION AIWA Honor Color the warmth of the day reliving past air- Park to the National Museum of the Guard members were invited to be a borne paratrooper memories. WW II American Indian and back to “Wall part of the Veterans Day festivities in USMC Veteran Manuel Flores was also a Street”. The indigenous peoples leading Old Town San Diego Para-marine and joined in the march with drums, guamo (conch on Nov. 11, 2011. relating his training in shell horn), and songs, were followed There were many North Carolina and New directly by a banner calling for the free- local Tribal Artists Photo: Nona Aquan Jersey. US Navy submariner dom of American Indian political prison- Some of the Mexica and Taino community mem- and other Native Joe Luna splashed in with er, Leonard Peliter. bers at Occupy Wall Street on Oct. 10th. From American related his salty stories of his times left to right: Elvira and Hortencia Colorado Institutional repre- in the diesel boats. (Chichimec Otomi), Roman Guaraguarix Perez sentatives in atten- When 51st District (Taino), Vanessa Inarunikia Pastrana (Taino), and dance: botanical Congressman Bob Filner Raphael Landron (Taino). groups, Museum of came into the area we all Man and the like. All moved to the flagpole and dance and beyond. were assembled on the colors and things moved The indigenous platform calls for the grassy plaza in quickly from a blessing by recognition of Indigenous Peoples right the heart of the State Celia Flores, Juaneno Elder to self-determination, the repeal of the park Prado. to Assemblyman, Bob Photo: Alyssa Macy papal bull Inter Caetera (1493), and the AIWA: Joaquin Filner. He was introduced Taino and other indigenous peoples lead the repeal of the Columbus Day holiday Sandoval and Roy by the day’s organizer among other items. Cook assembled our Indian staff and the march to the National Museum of the Minnie. He spoke to the debt our Nation American Indian. From left Roman Organizers committed to distributing colors in their mobile stand. There were owes our military female and male Guaraguarix Perez (Taino), Vivien Guara’naru the statement widely and to posting it at members of the other Veterans groups Veterans and his efforts on the Veterans DuMont (Taino), R. Mukaro Borrero (Taino) the Occupy Wall Street Website. there too. They volunteered to stand in committee in Congress. and Esperanza Martell (Taino).

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PHILADELPHIA, PA, – Big Brothers Big Sisters celebrates Native American Initiative in 2008. The program serves higher educational expectations, social Heritage Month with a new campaign to enroll more youth and volunteers in its more than 3500 Native American young competencies and school attendance,” unique, culturally relevant mentoring program developed to help Native people, 42 percent of whom are matched said Big Brothers Big Sisters of America American/Alaska native children achieve in school and succeed in life. The program with Native American mentors. Director of Native American Mentoring, includes a new public service announcement (PSA) featuring professional women’s Continued OJJDP support is bolstering Ivy Wright-Bryan, a member of the basketball player Tahnee Robinson, who is one of the first Native Americans ever funding in 25 tribal communities and 10 Pyramid Lake Paiute tribe in Nevada. selected in the WNBA draft. reservations/pueblos across the country, “Our local affiliates are engaged with “We are energized by the progress of our local agencies in strengthening relation- where Native American staff, with the local businesses; educational and voca- ships in their communities to better serve Native American youth,” said Big Brothers help of advisors and elders, carefully tional training institutions; community Big Sisters of America President and CEO Karen J. Mathis. “We are extremely excit- match youth with mentors and provide non-profit groups; and faith-based insti- ed about the passage of a resolution by the Affiliated Tribes of Northwest Indians to ongoing support to the adult volunteers, tutions that serve Native Americans.” support this work. The National Congress of American Indians Youth Commission mentees and the children’s families. “By providing these specialized men- is reviewing a similar resolution. It is through working closely with families and “The program is already resulting in toring services, Big Brothers Big Sisters is local communities that we are able to hold ourselves accountable for helping the measurable positive outcomes, most supporting educational and community children we serve overcome adversity to achieve in school; avoid risky and delin- notably improved attitudes toward anti- efforts that help Native American young quent behaviors and have higher self esteem and aspirations.” social behavior; stronger parental and people develop tribal, national and inter- With support from the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention peer relationships; better school atten- (OJJDP), Big Brothers Big Sisters established its Native American Tribal Community dance and scholastic competence; and SEE Big Brothers Big Sisters, page 5

Disenrollments jurisdiction. St. Augustine’s Legacy I wish there was something I could Continued from page 2 do to help the Chukchansi tribe but I by Rick Mansfield Chiricahua Apache tribe. These and other needs to lobby for removal of the tribe’s wouldn’t know where to start, even Native Americans were rounded up like federal recognition. Without federal though I was raised in the area. Frankly, I was recently part of a guided tour cattle and marched to Fort Marion, where recognition the tribe will basically cease I don’t think there is much hope if the thru Antelope Canyon on the Navajo many were either killed or died from neg- to exist. No grants, no casino, no tribe. leadership isn’t taking the “long look” Reservation in Northeastern Arizona. Our lect. On a much wider scale, there are (seven generations into the future). Navajo guide spoke quietly of the Native A lot of effort is being put into cele- some who would like to see the Indian The tribal government has to have Americans or, first peoples’ love and brating the 450th anniversary of of St. Self-Determination Act and Education public-spirited leadership instead of respect for the land and all that inhabit it. Augustine yet there seems to be no plans Assistance Act of 1975 repealed. Some boxing ring politics where factions fight He reminded us that the Native American to recognize this dark time in the city’s are of the opinion that there should be to control the goodies. Without these does not attend church on Sunday and history. Could the shameful truth regard- no special agreements with native key elements within the tribal govern- pontificate for all to hear about the glories ing the Ancient City’s treatment of the nations. There were many activists who ment it would be very difficult to impact of Christianity. Instead Native Americans only true Americans be so embarrassing fought long and hard for Native change. My hope is that this letter will stir quietly and privately honor the earth and as to put this time of butchery behind American rights to self-determination. My hope and prayers are that there within the Picayune Chukchansi leader- sky and four directions as part of their them? I expect we all know the answer. are enough native nations with the ship a desire to consider what is best for everyday life. Their religious ceremonies If it were not for the outcry from the vision and courage to be self-deter- their tribe as a whole rather than the are tribal and not shared with the outside city’s African- American community there mined. I am proud to say that the select few currently in power. world for it is not the Navajo way to tell would be no recognition of the black Citizen Potawatomi Nation is one such It is heartbreaking that fluent native others how to or to worship. A wise man community or, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., tribe. We are the ninth largest federally speakers are in the mix of disenroll- indeed. or racists throwing acid in a local motel recognized tribe and the only federally ments. This sends the message that Florida was the site of many massacres swimming pool which is also a part of recognized tribe with member represen- money is more important than heritage, of Native Americans and St. Augustine’s the proud heritage of St. Augustine. tation outside of the tribe’s geographic culture and traditions. Fort Marion, the prison site for members If St. Augustine is going to tell the true of the Seminole tribe including Chief story its 450- year-history, don’t just tell Osceola, and the Plains Indians, includ- the part that makes everyone feel good Respected Elder Katherine Siva Saubel ing Geronimo and members of the and attracts tourists, tell the whole story. It is with deep sadness to report the impression on those whose life she passing of Katherine Siva Saubel, tribal touched. Our thoughts and prayers go elder of the Los Coyotes Band of out to her family and the Cahuilla peo- Indians. ple. Ms. Saubel passed away peacefully Services to Saubel were held at St. Bradley Insurance on Tuesday, November 1st at her home Mary’s Church on the Morongo Indian on the Morongo Indian Reservation. Reservation. A viewing was held at the LIFE • HEALTH • DISABILITY • NATIVE AMERICAN She was 91 years old. Saubel was a church on Monday, November 7 with prominent tribal leader, educator, men- the Rosary that followed at 7:00 pm. tor, and grandmother and will be The funeral was held Tuesday deeply missed by all. November 8 followed by the traditional Doris Bradley, Agent Saubel was an inspiration to many feeding of the people at the Morongo Lic # 0B73377 and her absence will be felt by all of us Community Center. in Indian Country. Her beautiful smile Naturally, we respectfully request [email protected] and gentle spirit has left a lasting prayers for the family.

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Library SAN DIEGO, CA – As part of its proud to feature these honorees in our Dedication ongoing commitment to cultural diversi- programming as they inspire us and was solidified ty and in celebration of Native American make a positive difference in our neigh- with a brief Heritage Month, Union Bank, N.A., has borhoods and the world.” ceremony that partnered with KPBS to celebrate local included a heroes who are making a difference to The 2011 honorees for Native American presentation enrich the lives of others. The honorees Heritage Month: from the local are announced as part of the ongoing Boy Scout Michelle M. Parada is the co-founder 2011 Cultural Diversity Partnership, color guard and lead teacher of All Tribes American which recognizes and pays tribute to 16 and a per- Indian Charter School. Ms.Parada grew local heroes from eight diverse commu- formance by up on the Rincon Reservation and was nities who are making a difference by “Birdsingers” one of only three students to graduate More than 50 people attended a dedi- improving their workplace, profession, four men and a from Orange Glen High School’s class of cation ceremony honoring Dorothy neighborhood, community, region and boy who sung in harmony while shaking 1984. She was also the first Native Tavui, a woman who spent her life edu- the world. The 2011 Native American festive gourd rattles. American student to graduate from Cal cating people on the Kumeyaay culture. Heritage Month honorees are: Michelle Friends of the Kumeyaay president Poly San Luis Obispo with an agricultur- Sage smoke filled the air as more than M. Parada and Brandie Taylor. Mike Horan shared stories of Tavui and al education degree. It was her educa- 50 people gathered out- “Union Bank is honored to partner her impact on the center and the chil- tion that helped shape her life’s mission Photos: Annie Lane with KPBS to celebrate the contributions dren she taught, saying they “wouldn’t of making sure students receive the nec- of these exceptional community leaders,” be where we are today if it weren’t for essary resources to ensure their success. said Senior Executive Vice President Dorothy.” Since 2001, All Tribes Charter School Pierre Habis, head of Community “She got things done when the cen- has provided culturally focused assis- Banking at Union Bank. “The Local ter couldn’t get things done?even with tance to reduce the dropout rates among Heroes program reflects the diversity of the city,” Horan said of Tavui, who Native American students in San Diego San Diego, and we are thrilled to honor died nearly two years ago. by graduating 46 high school seniors to these individuals who have contributed A close friend also offered a few date. Ms. Parada has been a recipient of so much to their community.” words just before the ceremony numerous honors and awards, including “KPBS has the pleasure of partnering ended. the 2010 Educator of the Year from the with Union Bank to celebrate these out- “She had a lot of love for the lan- National Indian Education Association standing local heroes,” said KPBS guage, the people and the land,” said General Manager Tom Karlo. “KPBS is side the Kumeyaay-Ipai Interpretive Jane Dumas of Jamul. “I didn’t expect SEE Local Heros, page 12 Center to honor the life and work of her to leave me.” Dorothy Tavui former chairwoman of The ceremony was attended Tavui’s the San Pasqual band of Kumeyaay husband, Logo, and son, Michael Big Brothers Big Sisters American/Alaska Native mentors and Indians who was dedicated to furthering Gemmell of Valley Center, as well as Continued from page 4 mentees who are already enrolled in Big her tribe’s culture. Deputy Mayor Jim Cunningham and Brothers Big Sisters’ mentoring pro- The Dorothy M. Tavui Memorial Councilman Dave Grosch. national leadership skills,” Wright-Bryan grams. said. “Ultimately these mentoring servic- The U.S. has recognized November es will help improve overall wellness, has National American Indian Heritage including the avoidance of substance month since 1990 under variations of American Indian Girls Softball Team abuse and suicide.” the name, including Native American Starting in January 2012, Big Brothers Heritage Month and National American Brings Home the Gold Big Sisters affiliates serving Native Indian and Alaska Native Heritage American youth will work local televi- Month. TEAM Cali 16-U, a team of American ing events for the Indian Communities. sion stations and social media friends to Indian girls returned home to their San Someday, she would like to see the share the PSA featuring Robinson. About Big Brothers Big Sisters Diego and Riverside County reservations games held in California. Robinson, who grew up on Wind River For more than 100 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters has richer than they left. The athletes from Team Cali 16-U, competed against Reservation in Fort Washakie, Wyoming, operated under the belief that inherent in every child is one of the only Native American ath- is the ability to succeed and thrive in life. As the nine local tribes won the Gold Medal in nine teams, winning the best out of five nation’s largest donor and volunteer supported men- baseball, and a first time victory for games, the final playoff was against a letes drafted to the WNBA and is now toring network, Big Brothers Big Sisters’ mission is to California, in the 2011 United States highly favored Wisconsin team, which playing abroad in Israel. provide children facing adversity with strong and Indigenous Games, held in Milwaukee, was defeated by the Cali 16-U team. “Mentoring is about putting a child enduring, professionally supported one-to-one rela- Wisconsin. on a path to success and giving kids the tionships that change their lives for the better, forever. The organizers and girls raised Partnering with parents/guardians, schools, corpora- The 15 member team competed in $8,000 to travel to the games with a power to believe that they can achieve their dreams,” said Robinson. “While I tions and others in the community, Big Brothers Big the combined Under 16-and 19-catego- number of tribes and individuals con- Sisters carefully pairs children (“Littles”) with ry, and represented the Rincon, Sycuan, tributing. Nelson praised her tribe for was fortunate enough to count my par- screened volunteer mentors (“Bigs”) and monitors ents as my true mentors, I will always and supports them in one-to-one mentoring match- Soboba, Pala, Viejas Pauma, La Jolla, their support in helping to fulfill the do whatever it takes to make sure kids es throughout their course. The organization holds Barona and Torres Martinez tribes in the girls’ dream of taking part in the 2011 have the mentorship and tools they itself accountable for children in the program to games, which are held every two years. Indigenous Games. She added that achieve measurable outcomes, such as higher aspira- deserve, and the Big Brothers Big Sisters Manny Boyle, of the San Pasqual Band, tions; greater confidence and better relationships; “without the support of local Tribal organization does that better than any- also earned the title of Gold Medal Chairman Robert Smith of the Pala educational success; and avoidance of delinquency Champion in the wrestling weight 130- one.” and other risky behaviors. Most children served by Band, we would have had to work even In addition to the PSA, in January, Big Big Brothers Big Sisters are in single-parent and low- 135 pound competition. harder for the additional funds to pay Brothers Big Sisters affiliates will begin income families or households where a parent is “This was the first time we entered a for airfare.” Nelson also thanked the placing in local print and web media incarcerated. Headquartered in Philadelphia with a team,” stated Michelle Nelson, the network of about 370 agencies across the country, numerous individual community mem- new advertising to engage more families, organizer and general manager. “The Big Brothers Big Sisters serves nearly 250,000 chil- bers that contributed to the cause as volunteers, partners and donor support. girls were great, they went there to win dren. Learn how you can positively impact a child’s well. Designed by Native American marketing life, donate or volunteer at BigBrothersBigSisters.org. and they did.” Nelson works for the firm G&G, the ads feature Native Learn more about Big Brothers Big Sisters Native Rincon Recreation Department, organiz- SEE Girls Softball, page 12 American Mentoring Initiative. 6 Indian Voices • November/December 2011 Update on Black/Indian Survey Bureau Of Black Indian Affairs by Dr. Bruce Twyman trend is a clear rejection of the Gates by Phil Fixico /Rose Davis Gates they had practically no Indian research and naturally reflects opposition The July/August issue of Indian Voices DNA in their blood and that they should on some other survey questions. Only The Bureau of Black Indian Affairs “Seek The White Man”. He made a point featured a survey which sought to get 17% of respondents believe the study can continues to evolve. Since the concept some general public response to the accurately determine the extent to which of saying that: “Not only did Indians rolled out a few months ago it has have slaves, they didn’t even release nationally publicized, DNA studies of Blacks may be of Indian ancestry. In caught the attention of several individu- Harvard scholar, Henry Louis Gates. The their slaves after the Civil War was August 30% felt the study was accurate. als and groups. As many loyal Indian Gates study essentially concludes that As oppossed to 50% in August, over”. The BBIA provides the platform Voices readers my remember, African Americans have little to no 60% believe the study is to bring to the academic forum open Native American Blood. Indian Voices wrong. When asked, if LACK IN Phil Fixico, Dr. William dialogue and unbiased discourse to reviewed the survey reactions in it’s there could be an B D Katz and Rose Davis examine and perhaps resolve some of September issue. The following is an effort to misrepre- I have come together these critical cultural issues. The growth sent the true F A to forge the Bureau overall response to the survey up to this N and development of the BBIA is dynam- date. ancestry of O of Black Indian ic and evolving holistically. American Affairs. To There has been greater awareness of A The working BBIA Mission the survey, yet respondents maintain a Blacks,if U anchor the con- Statement: Mission is to improve the level of scepticism about Gates’ DNA there is a F cept the BBIA quality of life of those who recognize need for A

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ed. Up to this time 55% of respondents to 74% S to take positive wish to celebrate this culture. classify themselves as Native American. responded yes. B steps to re-build When the term Black Indian is no Since Indian Voices has focused on Gates, So far the good vibes and longer needed to identify the group that perhaps many Native Americans have survey indicates a healthy relation- was marginalized by the Dawes Census responded who might have otherwise growing awareness ships between Black Rolls and the outdated policies that still kept their views private. African FO of the Gates study, but UNDED 6-23-11 © and Indians and the continue to this day, which are enforced American respondents, 20% of the total, that increased familiarity 3world at large. The BBIA by the BIA are discontinued, or when have decreased since August by 8%. is paired with a growing scepti- offers the opportunity to reframe the descendants of Black Indians tran- These statistics on participation reflect cism about the validity of conclusions and counter academic positions such as scend their marginalization and create the current extent of survey distribution drawn by Gates. Indian Voices will contin- those promoted by Dr. Henry Louis their own “Indigenous Peoples of and may change in the future. ue to expand the distribution base of the Gates Jr. who’s using DNA results blind- Color” groups. Then the name could be Perhaps the dominant trend in the sur- survey and report the results. sided many beloved Black icons who, all replaced. As interested parties involve Further explanation and instructions vey is that 90% of participants believe the their lives had voiced bragging rights themselves with the BBIA decisions can regarding this survey will be described in Black Americans have from 10% to more about their Indian Ancestry. They were be made by a consensus. This communi- than 50% Native American ancestry. This the next issue of Indian Voices. crushed with the news that, according to ty is slowly building.

Carla Tourville Native Regalia Custom Design (Yokut Tule River Tribe)

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Geechee culture and the formation of Escaping to Destinations South: The Underground Railroad, Black Seminole cultural identity. The 2012 Conference will include Cultural Identity, and Freedom Along the Southern Borderlands participation by independent and aca- demic scholars at all levels, educators, June 20-23, 2012 River (the River Jordan) constructed as and freedom. To this end, the conference community activists, public historians the primary beacons of freedom. This will explore how southern freedom seek- and preservationists, and multi-media St. Augustine, Florida conception reduces the complexity of the ers seized opportunities to escape slavery and performance artists. The conference Underground Railroad by ignoring the into Spanish Florida and the Seminole seeks to create a cultural, historical, and by Derek Hankerson, Indian Voices Public Relations Coordinator many freedom seekers that sought to Nation, to the Caribbean Islands, and interpretive exchange between domestic obtain their freedom in southern destina- into the western borderlands of Indian and international descendent communi- The 2012 Conference theme is the tions. Territory, Texas, and Mexico. ties of southern freedom seekers. resistance to slavery through escape and Likewise, borders and the movement Escape from enslavement was not just Gullah Geechee and Black Seminole flight to and from the South, including across them by southern freedom seekers about physical freedom, but also about descendents are particularly welcome at through international flight, from the are also very crucial to our understanding the search for cultural autonomy. The the conference. 16th century to the end of the Civil War. of the complexities of the Underground conference will explore the transforma- Traditional views of the Underground Railroad. Freedom seekers often sought tion and creation of new cultural identi- For more information on how to participate in the out political and geographical border- ties among southern freedom seekers that 2012 Conference as an organizational partner or Railroad focus on Northern destinations presenter, contact Turkiya L. Lowe, Ph.D, of freedom seekers, with symbols such as lands, as crossing these locations usually occurred as a result of their journeys to Southeast Region, National Park Service, the North Star, Canada, and the Ohio represented the divide between slavery freedom, such as the dispersal of Gullah [email protected], 404-507-5830.

Another woman’s sign demanded, “No A Saturday at “Occupy Wall Street” more photographs!” One sign Sycuan Casino announced specific times for “nonviolent Celebrates 28th New York City training” and another told when and where in Zuccotti park people would Anniversary Saturday, A photo of Occupy gather to celebrate the upcoming Jewish Wall Street protest- holiday. November 19th! ers, taken on In several corners, circular groups Saturday, October 22, were engaged in earnest debate about 2011. new models of thought, political strate- gies, and public policies—or how to keep the park policed, neat and livable. victimhood from Here in a one block park ringed by what I could see. towering skyscrapers and a nearby quiet, These mainly unsettling, and largely ignored police young people quick- presence, was a community trying to ly found they are plant peaceful roots. It was Full Tilt Boogie Party time at hardly alone or Perhaps if we can demonstrate a Sycuan November 19. uncared for. warm, neighborly model, they seemed to Not only did the lucky guests have Restaurant donations say, the world will know there is a better the opportunity to enjoy the $19.95 led to an extended way than overseas wars and feeding Fat Steak and Lobster Special in the food counter of Cat capitalism. Society, their presence Wachena Restaurant and the offerings at Photo: William Loren Katz by William Loren Katz gourmet and ethnic said, needs to control the corporations the all new Game Day Sports Bar and choices including a that now own it and get to select the Grill but they also got to party with On Saturday October 22nd, my wife fancy Greek spinach pie and a classy wrecking crew that runs it. Voters need Chairman Danny Tucker. and I visited Occupy Wall Street to see Bavarian fudge cake. Men and women to take government back. Maybe a new The affair got started at 10am with history in the making—and to donate periodically arrived to donate home- system is required. free cup cakes. There were custom T- two of my relevant books to the OWS made muffins and other baked goods. If President Bush suddenly appeared a shirt and coffee mugs $56,000 in cash library. The entrance point on Broadway Casually dressed OWS residents and few might rush to arrest him for war prizes during hourly drawings from of Zuccotti Park, formerly called Liberty better dressed visitors crowded the chow crimes, but I felt many more would 10:00am to 8:00pm. Five winners split Plaza, stops one cold. You face a dozen line. If “class warfare” was on anyone’s parade them proudly into their models $28,000 at the end of the day. or so men and women of various ages mind it was absent at ground level. of peaceful living. A Tahrir Square The highlight of the celebration was holding large, hand-written signs telling Nobody seemed to mind the presence of courage and tenacity laced by youthful the cake cutting which took place at how job loss, lack of decent pay or no visitors who looked like the 1%. American optimism marks this occupa- 5:00pm complete with Bird Singers and affordable health care brought poverty Good cheer ruled. An energetic trom- tion. It may not get where it wants, but Dancers. and/or tragedy to their door. Only one bone and tuba band blared catchy tunes not for lack of effort, and neither is it The newly renovated casino has or two signs are overtly political. as a few young men and women impro- leaving its new home. something to offer for everyone one. Entering the encampment reminded vised a dance of sorts. Hoping their time The OWS failure to issue specific Seniors are given special attention. Every this historian of the 1930s Great had come, representatives of traditional demands does not signal a lack of basic Wednesday at Sycuan Casino, it Senior Depression “Hoovervilles”—but with an socialist groups handed out printed agreement. They agree current U.S. wars Wednesday and to take advantage of energetic, intellectual, eager to talk clien- screeds. Far more numerous and impres- should end, the rich should pay their bonus offers! Claim your FREE conti- tele. It was an odd mix as international sive were the young people handing out share, jobs must be created. They insist nental breakfast and $5 slot FREE play from 7AM - 11AM, then stick around for and American tourists pushed into the personally scribbled Xeroxed statements Wall Street greed has not only produced $5.55 lunch specials ‘til 2PM! OWS crowd of young and old, men and detailing their political complaints — poverty, militarism and income inequali- This holiday season bring family visits women of all classes and races. pointing to those responsible for the ty, but has blocked the march to a just from out of town. Treat them to a night Jostling together were jobless work- financial disaster, or decrying war. Many and democratic society. And they are out ... and where might that be? ... to the ers, union members, students with large people pleaded for a new and loving ready and eager to march. Sycuan Casino of course. Just 30 min- college repayment loans and others of community. Words were soft-spoken and My wife and I began to leave pushing various ages who either landed at the utes from Downtown. Enjoy 2000 slots, politeness was common. our way through residents, visitors and table games, poker, bingo, dining and bottom of a sinking economy, or thought People of all ages and both sexes those clearing and cleaning the park. they were headed that way. Establishing entertainment. All new, completely reno- swept the grounds and cleaned up for One middle age man paused, looked up vated in 2011. a beachhead to challenge Wall Street the live-ins and tourists. One sign point- from his broom and thanked me for seemed to cancel any morbid sense of The 28th Anniversary is just the edly said “Take care of your own stuff!” coming. I thanked him for being there. beginning. 8 Indian Voices • November/December 2011

Friends of the San Diego Malcolm X Library Hold Community Forum Inspiring Cultural Movement

In observance of 2011 International Year For People of and cultural contributions from their diverse heritage African Descent, a festive, educational and entertaining and culture.” Activists, leaders, educators and cultural program was held November 19th at the Malcolm X craftivists offered inspiration and encouragement to Library Performance Arts Center, 5143 Market Street. the assembled community stakeholders to get educat- The library which is the only public library named in ed and avoid the information vacuum encouraged by honor of Malcolm X was wall to wall with community corporate media's IQ lowering, diluted, flaccid version members eager to share information about African his- of world affairs and to make a difference one person tory and current affairs. Utilizing their constitutional at a time. rights of freedom of speech and assembly, attention was drawn to world affairs especially related to the The strong community outpouring gathered for this economy. In keeping with the United Nations (UN) free event enjoying African Cuisine, poetry, art, and General Assembly Declaration, “the year aims to music from the African Diaspora. Dr. Carrol Waymon strengthen international, national and regional cooper- was supported by the Malcolm X Friends Committee ation to benefit the people of African descent, and to Members in organizing the event which suggested a recognize and promote their political economic, social refreshing air of online e-revolution. It's Time!

The Council of American Indian Organizations of San Diego The American Indian Community came together for the festive and joyful event at the Barrio Station, 2175 Newton Avenue. The community celebration included games, entertainment and a traditional feast with all of the trimmings including favorite dish- es offered by the community. Paula Brim's networking expertise assembled an army of volunteers from the corporate and non-profit communities and even included vol- unteers from the U.S. Navy who joyfully pitched in with serving and clean up. Randy Edmonds made sure that everyone worked off some calories with a fun filled and spirited Round Dance. The diverse gathering demonstrated an important display of cultural tradition and sustainability as well as a dress rehearsal for the upcoming December 10th Winter Gathering. Harvest Dinner Indian Voices • November/December 2011 9 Los Angeles American Indian Heritage Month Celebration Makes Antonio Ramón Villaraigosa a Friend of the First and the Forced

Mayor Villaraigosa, Coordinator, Brenda Anderson and the city of Los Angeles, the nation's largest laboratory of democracy, made a great contribution toward cultur- al inclusion at the “American Indian Heritage Month Celebration”, held at City Hall October 28th, 2011 by making sure that the African-Native American community Phil Wilkes Fixico First Black Indian Heritage Month Honored Guest was invited.

While navigating a world of intercultural /interracial alliances,with its many chal- lenges and dealing honorably and in solidarity with Occupy L.A encampment outside the door of City Hall Mayor Villaraigosa has earned the title of Friend of the First and Brenda Anderson, MBA, Area Director: Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa shares the spotlight with some hon- Neighborhood & Community Services the Forced. ored guests. Left to right: Mikal Kamil, Phil Wilkes Fixico and smiling L.A. City employee enjoying Occupy Wall Street LA participants. (Seminole Maroon Descendant) Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa and this years American Indian Heritage David Hoff Grindstone, Lakota Fine Artist. Month Celebration at City Hall. CCaliforniaalifornia IIndianndian CCultureulture andand SSovereigntyovereignty CCenterenter

Community and Cultural worker. Kathy Wallace, mother of Brandon Margaret Fields SDSU Dept. American Wallace. Indian Studies, Linda Locklear Indian Studies Palomar College.

Chris Devers Pauma Band offered support and bless- ings.

Shelia Dasher Student and See story on page 1 Cultural worker. Future undergraduate CSUSM. Natives and supporters affiliated with AISA (American Indian Student Alliance). 10 Indian Voices • November/December 2011

To whom it held their annual Fall Festival. As part Nyemii, la Fiera, Gato California may concern: of the festival, students were encourage My name is to create their own costumes which presentaciones Tribales de canción Ramona Sims honored any real person or fictitious and I am writ- character of African and/or African por Roy Cook ciones de Pájaro y Paul Cuero con Louis ing to let you descent. The school was flooded with Guassic cantaron Tukuk canciones de know that the the likes of Obama, Oprah, Muhammed Jon Meza Cuero es orador de El Unico Pájaro. Esta ocasión fue una vista general Buffalo Ali, Egyptian Kings, Prince, Rosa Parks Nativo Kumeyaay en California que espléndida de la California del sur Estilos Soliders have and so on. mantiene el Carannza tradicional ciclo tradicionales de Canción. not been for- After some research, my son Joshua Arriesgado familiar de canción vivo. Es el El final de Jon empezó con una canción gotten. proudly dressed as a “Buffalo Soldier”. líder de canción del Tres Aukas y un can- apropiada asociada con San Diego y bailó a My son We created the costume mostly from tante de Campeonato en Baja California. El través del sendero, giró a los cantantes y attends a char- thrift store items and items we had at también enseña juventud en el idioma y siguió baile delante del Coyote desvelado ter school in home. He won first place in the cos- canciones del Kumeyaay. Canta regular- dedicado Rastrea el trabajo del Arte. Jon the tume contest for his grade level. He was mente en EEUU y comunidad de BAJA trajo su conjunto de canciones a un fin Westchester so proud. Tipai acontecimientos sociales y tradi- con la canción de fin de círculo y un floreo area of Los Angeles that strongly pro- I am glad he had the chance to pay cionales. dramático de la matraca de calabaza. Esta motes the learning of African and tribute the brave Buffalo Soldiers. Jon Meza Cuero es un cantante de presentación fue un tiempo bueno para los African-American history. This past I have attached a picture of him in Nyemii y tiene experiencia extensa con visitantes, los organizadores y el Jacob October (in place of traditional his “uniform”. muchos de los otros estilos de canción de Centran. Halloween celebrations), the school Enjoy! Ramona Sims Tipai. Por su experiencia de la vida y por También, recientemente, Jon Meza circunstancia y política, él es un obser- Cuero, Tipai Maestro Magistral y líder de vador de participante de la dinámica en el canción, hablaban con otros miembros de trabajo que define estilo tradicional de can- los cantantes de Auka. Hablábamos de ción en el Kumeyaay, Ipai, Tipai y el terri- canciones e historias acerca de canciones. In the Spirit of service torio prolongado de Baja. Jon a menudo nos ha dicho de tiempos Este fin de semana, el 11/4/11, él pre- más temprano y un viaje al norte y el Este Clando Brownlee Founder & duce Famers Market & The San Diego sentó Tipai canciones Arriesgadas en el San de una comunidad tribal al luego. Este President of The San Diego Brotherhood Brotherhood Communities of Excellence Diego Universidad Pública Homenaje 35 viaje de la canción fue tomado y fue com- Lions Club a newly chartered club of Group this project will assist and schol- de año del indio norteamericano Estudia el puesto los antepasados de Jon: Alfonso Lions Clubs International and the first arship certifications for local food grow- Departamento. Una fila fina de cantantes Meza, el padre de Jon y su tío Benito African American club in the State of ers so they’ll be able to sale their pro- reunió para la presentación: Henry Carranza y también por un cantante tradi- California (Lions Clubs International is duce at the farmers markets, creating Mendibles, Ben Nance, Stan Rodriguez, cional y muy conocido Tribal de can- the world’s largest service club organiza- jobs and a positive impact on local Cocinero de Roy, Alan Lachuza y Ral ciones: Amaay Ta Qwas, el de Pinta Cielo tion. We have 1.35 million members in neighborhoods. The first phase of the Christman. Jon fue muy generoso con la Amarillo o Cielo Amarillo, en inglés. El more than 45,000 clubs worldwide. funding will be raised from an E-waste oportunidad de cantar en el público y él Cielo amarillo compuso estas dos can- Lions are everywhere. We’re active men event we’re hosting at the Jacobs center permitió nuevos y a cantantes consumados ciones que empiezan en San Jose de and women in more than 206 countries. in early January, recycle your electronics participar. Cantó una sesión larga con Tecate. Primero, como miraba hacia la ruta Our motto is “We Serve.”) The club is for FREE! Support healthy foods & clean entusiasmo y propósito en la selección de adelante él fue inspirado a componer una just one year four months old but has air for kids and their families. canción. canción para empezar su viaje. Viajó de la focused its energy on serving low- Made up from a group of organizers Después de que un poco de referencia aldea a canciones aldea-componendo que income & communities of color, one of & partners dedicated to Community histórica para mejor apreciación del describen las ubicaciones. Las inspira- the ways they serve is by educating peo- service Communities of Excellence momento compartido de compartir cultur- ciones fueron de vistas vistas y las emo- ple on environmentally friendly and sus- Group is forming a steering committee al que fuera saludado con aplauso y ciones experimentaron. tainable lifestyle choices. which will be assembled of members reconocimientos apasionado hablado son- Como un compositor de maestro y can- from San Diego’s under privileged com- rientes y calenta apretones de manos. ción, Jon acentúa totalmente la necesidad Will MR. Brownlee make history munities & service organizations, they Al día siguiente Jon otra vez cantaba en de aprender la melodía primero. El a again? will identify the strengths & resources of la recepción que honora y desvela del tra- menudo ha dicho, “Primero la canción, a community or neighborhood. bajo de la Arte hecho por Bancos de entonces las palabras, y entonces lo que las Introducing: The San Diego Assessing what is easiest to change fist, Kenneth de la Banda de Santa Ysabel del palabras significan”. Nos sentimos que Brotherhood Communities of Excellence the team will work together with com- Diegueno. Este acontecimiento fue tenido ofrece su instrucción en una manera tradi- Group munity leaders to develop projects & en el Centro de Jacobs en el Sur San Diego cional y a menudo habla con nosotros del Launched November 14th-16th 2011 events that resonates with the communi- Oriental a través del Riachuelo de Chollas corazón en una manera tradicional. Their first Community project began ty’s needs, addressing the local economic y por la vía navegable tradicional de los ¡Mehan! early November in a joint collaboration & environmental issues. Whether they sitios de la banda de residencia de Nación Para más información y acontecimien- between the Community of Encanto, the plan to do a neighborhood clean up, E- de Kumeyaay. tos pasados ve: Jacobs Center sponsored peoples pro- Otros cantantes fueron también en asis- http://americanindiansource.com/wild- SEE Clando Browlee, page 13 tencia: Stan Rodriguez cantó Tipai can- catpresents.html

“Anpetu wast’e wagi yuha po” which means in Lakota “Have a good day”. Indian Voices • November/December 2011 11

Seneca Niagara Casino Celebrates Grand Multi-Cultural Festivities Opening of Watson’s Chocolates Boutique According to www.shopmcp.com, the fest is a New outlet is the latest addition just any chocolate – it has to be quality. celebration designed to foster in dramatically-transformed We’ve carried Watson’s for a few years at appreciation and understanding our 24-hour NewsStand store, and it’s between and amond individual retail corridor consistently one of the first products to cultures. The fusion of authentic sell out. Now, instead of a small shelf, cultural expression with goods NIAGARA FALLS, NY – A trip to we have a whole outlet dedicated to and services has made the Fest Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel just got Watson’s.” one of San Diego County’s major a little bit sweeter. Casino officials today According to Cathy Walker, president officially welcomed Watson’s Chocolates and CEO of Seneca Gaming

Photos and Story by TJ Dunnivant

The 6th Annual Arts & Culture Fest was held Saturday, October 15 at the Market Creek Plaza. Cultures such as the Phillipines, Sudanese, Somoan, Mexican and many others were repre- sented with food, fun and informa- tion. Each ethnecity presented entertain- cross-cultural events. A team of ment in multicultural residents living in the form the Diamond Neighborhoods of of dance Southeastern San Diego was represent- responsible of planning the event. ing their For more information on upcom- heritage ing events call 619-527-6161 or visit on the floating dock over hanging the the previously stated website above. Boutique as the latest addition to the Corporation, retail sales at Seneca creek. property’s growing retail corridor along Niagara have increased dramatically the 4th Street side. The store will be since 2010, and the three boutiques that open seven days a week and adds a full- were all added since late November time and part-time job for the company. 2010 – Swarovski, Yankee Candle and Explore the seven For Tonawanda-based Watson’s now Watson’s Chocolates – will generate reasons to consume an Chocolates, the boutique marks the additional growth. company’s ninth location in Western ounce in the morning “With minimal overhead costs and New York since its beginnings in 1946 and in the evening! smart planning, we’ve brought a once- and first addition in nearly a decade – as empty space to life and created jobs dur- 1. GAC - Native of Southeast Asia. it has recently focused its efforts on 2. ACAI - The Jewel of Amazon rainforest. ing what some consider a down econo- web-based, catalog and mail order busi- 3. GOJI - Native to Asia. my,” Walker said. “We’re continuing to 4- NONI - Found in the Pacific Rim and West Indies. ness. Watson’s is especially known for its explore additional quality retailers for all 5. FUCODIDAN - A brown seaweed. sponge candy, Buffalo Bites, and choco- 6 - MANGOSTEEN - Native to the Sundra Islands and Southeast Asia. late-covered pretzels and popcorn. Seneca Casino properties, and our guests 7. SEABUCKTHORN - Native to the Sundra Islands and Southeast Asia “We are thrilled to be opening this will play a major role with influencing particularly in the mountains of China and Russia. beautiful new boutique at Seneca what comes next. The latest addition eXfuse itself literally means extracts fused together. An extract is a small particle that is the result of a sophisticated process that extracts all the Niagara Casino,” said Whitney Watson with such an outstanding regional chocolatier is, indeed, a sweet one.” beneficial components of the botanicals, leaving behind the indigestible Beecher, president and owner of parts of the plants. These statements have not been evaluated by FDA. This product is not intended Watson’s Chocolates. “While we are very Watson’s hours will coincide with its to diagnose, treat , cure or prevent any disease. well-known locally, this is a unique neighboring boutiques – noon to 8 p.m. Vandana Chima opportunity for us to increase our expo- on Sundays through Thursdays and 702-401-1404 ¥ [email protected] ¥ www.teamchima.com sure to the huge number of tourists that noon to midnight on Fridays and visit the Niagara Falls region and to pro- Saturdays. Items range from around $2 mote our business and products to a to $20 and up for gift baskets, and may much broader market.” be purchased with cash, credit cards or AFFORDABLE Watson’s Chocolates Boutique joins Seneca Players Club Points. For more NEON & Yankee Candle Boutique, Swarovski information, please visit www.watson- Crystal Boutique, the co-branded Tim schocolates.com or www.senecaniagara- REPAIR Hortons Café and Bake Shop / Cold casino.com/retail_watsons.cfm. Discount Sign Stone Creamery dining outlet and the About Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel Repair TEN store as new additions since 2010. Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel is located just min- Custom Neon Combined, the outlets created more utes from the world-famous Niagara Falls in and Sign Work than 30 new jobs. Western New York, near the Canadian border. The “The new boutique came to fruition property is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week and 365 days a year, and self- and valet- because we listened to our guests,” said parking are always free. Guests can enjoy 619 - 408-7015 • [email protected] Karen Karsten, chairman, Seneca 147,000 square feet of gaming space with 4,000 Gaming Corporation. “In a [AAA] Four- slot machines and 100 table games, 10 restau- See “RON” Diamond resort as action-packed as rants, live entertainment and a AAA Four Seneca Niagara Casino with great gam- Diamond Award-winning, 26-story hotel with 594 deluxe rooms, a spa and salon, fitness center and and SAVE ing, dining and entertainment, chocolate indoor pool. Please visit www.senecaniagaracasi- adds to the excitement. But it can’t be no.com for more information. BIG! 12 Indian Voices • November/December 2011 California To Charge Prisoners $142 Per Day Of Their Stay Local Heros Heritage Month (September/October); Continued from page 5 and Disability Awareness Month NEW YORK – In the latest case of But he added that his estimate of up (October). The year-long celebration of government belt-tightening, a Southern to $5 million in savings is a conservative diversity will culminate in February and San Diego’s 10News Leadership California county is charging prisoners one, recognizing that not everyone who 2012, at an event where recipients will Award. for the daily cost of their stay. can afford to pay will pay. be formally recognized as part of the Brandie Taylor is the vice chair- The Riverside County board of super- Still, while many criminals are broke, 14th Annual Local Heroes Awards, woman of the Iipay Nation of Santa visors approved a measure on Tuesday Stone said that many of those arrested which Union Bank sponsors. Ysabel, an Indian tribe in Northern San that allows the county to charge prison- for crimes like drunk driving have jobs Throughout the respective commem- Diego County. Ms. Taylor has dedicated ers $142.42 per day. and should be able to pay. orative heritage months, KPBS airs video her life to advocating for tribal rights, County supervisor Jeff Stone pro- “We believe that 25% of the people profiles of the honorees, highlighting preservation of tribal culture, improve- posed the idea because he believes the who go through our jail systems can how they made a difference in their ment of health and safety of native peo- county could save between $3 million afford to pay for their jail stay,” he said. community. The spots can also be ples, and she is an avid supporter of and $5 million annually by charging at “If we just grab 25% of those, that viewed on the Web at higher education for youth. Ms. Taylor’s least some of the 60,000 prisoners that would save the county or the city $6.7 www.kpbs.org/heroes. For more infor- many accomplishments include securing pass through Riverside’s jails every year. million.” mation on the Local Heroes Awards, funding for Iipay Nation’s Tribal Social please also visit unionbank.com/heroes. Services, which handles child dependen- Senior Olympics Report on the Senior cy cases and culturally focused assis- About UnionBanCal Corporation & Union Bank, tance for family preservation. She is also N.A. - Headquartered in San Francisco, a member of many tribal, local, state and UnionBanCal Corporation is a financial holding Games for September 2011. company with assets of $84 billion at September national groups that promote tribal self- 30, 2011. Its primary subsidiary, Union Bank, N.A., by Danny Propp something unique and personalized to determination, education, and health is a full-service commercial bank providing an issues, among them the Kumeyaay array of financial services to individuals, small busi- remind them of those who respected and nesses, middle-market companies, and major cor- I am delighted to appreciated them - something “for them” Diegueno Land Conservancy, Inter-tribal porations. The bank operated 404 full-service announce that we have had from the people that “were there, in the Court of Southern California, and the branches in California, Washington, Oregon and a record year for 2011. trenches, with them.” “With Esteem” Cal State San Marcos Native Advisory Texas, as well as two international offices, on Council. Ms. Taylor has been recognized September 30, 2011. UnionBanCal Corporation is Through the unselfish gen- takes great pleasure in offering canvas a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Bank of Tokyo- with the 2010 Community Leader of the Danny Propp erosity of such companies prints of photographs, organizational Mitsubishi UFJ, Ltd., which is a subsidiary of as TV Ears, Sycuan awards, collage-style gifts, caricatures and Year Award and the 2004 Tribal Leader Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc. Union Bank is Casino, Union Tribune Award for Indian Child Welfare. a proud member of the Mitsubishi UFJ Financial many other items that are “one of a kind” Group (MUFG, NYSE:MTU), one of the world’s and sign on San Diego, while keeping your organization under Honorees were also identified during largest financial organizations. Visit www.union- Western Home Health budget. Mark has created team shirts for Black History Month (February); bank.com for more information. Care, Dr. Suess the San Diego Beachcombers, a para- Women’s History Month (March); Jewish Foundation, Silver American Heritage Month (May); Asian About KPBS - KPBS is a public service of San plegic Veteran athletic team, sponsored Diego State University, serving the region with TV, Sneakers, Humana the La Mesa Chamber of Commerce’s Pacific American Heritage Month (May); Radio and Internet content that is educational as Insurance, Wells Fargo Bank, San Diego “Oktoberfest” by creating awards for all Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender well as entertaining and free of commercial inter- Padres just to mention a few that stepped of the events’ sponsors and is helping the (LGBT) Pride Month (June); Hispanic ruption. up and made this a fantastic year. San Diego Senior Olympics. Western Health Home Care is a family “And much more, they met other of caring professionals working to Girls Softball Continued from page 5 tribal youth from throughout the United enhance our patients’ total well being and THE MAGIC OF SEBASTIAN States and participated in Native cultur- to improve the health of our diverse com- Sebastian has been performing magic munities. they have been providing home for 20 years in San Diego. What started Modeled after the Olympic Games, al, arts, entertainment and spiritual care services since 1969 in San Diego as a childhood past time soon became a thousands of athletes and more than activities associated with the games,” she County and are licensed by the State of passion and a great way to earn some 500 American Indian tribes participated. noted. California, operating as a full service extra money. He has travelled to Japan It is the largest sports competition for Assisting Nelson, were Richard Lavato Home Health agency and Private Home and Argentina to perform as well as American native youth, and attracts of the Pala Band; Ashley Skaggs, and Care agency. numerous destinations here in the states. thousands of spectators and supporters. Marilyn Arres from the Soboba Band; They have been awarded as a Top Sebastian is the owner and a headliner at In addition to baseball, competitions and Michele Parada from Rincon. Home Care Elite agency three years in a the Red Spade Theater in Old Town that included archery, boys and girls basket- Nelson had praise for the assistance. “All row and their services are consistently specializes in Sleight of Hand and parlor ball, cross county, boys and girls’ golf, the adults volunteered our time, and I rated above the state and national average style magic shows. shotgun shooting, softball, track and am so grateful and appreciative of their in the quality measures by the U.S. Currently there are three different field and wrestling. sacrifices and what they helped the girls Department of Health and Human magic shows offered in which he per- “It was a ton of work, but seeing our accomplish,” she added. Services. For Home Health comparisons forms in two of them. The theater has girls in the Procession of Champions visit www.medicare.gov and click on the shows on Thursday, Friday and Saturday and standing on the platform with their “This experience will stay with the Home Health Comparison link. Take a nights. His plans for the theater are to gold medal, we were so proud,” stated girls throughout their life and inspire minute to check out their website at continue building the buzz about the Nelson. them to always set high goals and fulfill http://www.westernhealthhomecare.com only place in San Diego where you can “In that moment, we didn’t even their dreams, stated Nelson, who added come and see a live magic show. He has remember all that went into training, a special thanks to Richard Lavato, the a great working relationship with the San getting to the event and winning. We team coach, “for the exhausting hours Diego Senior Games Association ARE YOU OR YOUR ORGANIZATION were just happy for them that they were he spent with the girls and the impor- (SDSGA) and donates to the Senior a part of this event.” IN THE MARKET FOR AWARDS? Olympics. When asked why he works tant work of teaching them the funda- According to Nelson, it was a four I would like to introduce the commu- with the SDSGA he says “The director is mentals of softball.” month process of try outs and screen- nity to a new company in the East a great guy and has worked really hard to Members of Team Cali 16-U were: County area. make the SDSGA what it is today and ings to pick the team. Then, there are Martina Calac Catcher “With Esteem” was created by Mark providing some magic and entertainment the practices, requiring a real commit- Victoria Smith Second Base Daemon in July of 2011 to make person- ment. The multiple tryouts and screen- for our seniors is enriching their lives Mariah Bentiste First Base alized awards, presentos and gifts for which in turn enriches my life.” ings were to ensure that anyone who those individuals that truly deserve to be wanted to participate had a fair shake to Kateri Rodriguez Pitcher We are excited to have these new Shania Lopez Right Field recognized. After seeing many of his sponsors on board – I hope to feature a qualify for the team. Rendy Bow Pitcher Marines receiving store bought plaques few of our sponsors each month, - If you “In addition to honing their softball and going-away gifts, he wanted to are interested in becoming a sponsor call skills, the girls learned discipline, Shane Hyde First Base ensure that those individuals who have 619.226.1324 acquired leadership skills, and bonded Andrea Torres Short Stop gone “above and beyond” would have as friends. Feather Trujillo Center Field Indian Voices • November/December 2011 13 Gray Whale Season Surfaces at Birch Aquarium at Scripps Poway Center for the Scripps Institution of from Flagship Cruises & Events, a char- their curious visitors. Hop aboard small Performing Arts Oceanography/UC San Diego ter cruise and touring company present- boats for encounters with these magnifi- ed by San Diego Harbor Excursion. cent mammals. In addition to the BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet Dec. 26, 2011—April 15, 2012 Learn about gray whale baleen, barnacles lagoons, highlights include authentic and prey from aquarium naturalists dur- cuisine, scenic views of Baja’s desert and January 21, 2012 at 8 pm - Celebrate Live a whale tale this winter and ing this memorable whale-watching memorable stops along the way. Mardi Gras with Grammy Award-winning experience the annual epic journey of experience, leaving daily from San Diego Cajun band, BeauSoleil! 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fall include: Contemporary Arts and Crafts from the Powwow Tradition, an exhibit organ- ized by the Nevada Arts Council, will be on display Nov. 4 through Dec. 21 at the Charleston Heights Art Center, 800 S. NEWS Brush St. in Las Vegas. A public recep- tion for the exhibit, with a performance NEVADAFor Nevada Information: 619-234-4753 • 619-534-2435 by the Las Vegas Native Dancers from the Las Vegas Paiute Tribe, runs from 6 American Indian to 8 p.m. Nov. 4. The exhibit, part of the The 2011 Nevada Governor’s NAC’s Traveling Exhibition Program, will Crafts Events move to the Clark County Museum in Conference on Tourism Henderson from Jan. 6 to May 6, 2012, Scheduled for and then to the Marjorie Barrick The Tourist tourists. The tourist industry is one of Holiday Season Museum on the University of Nevada, Industry came the largest employers in the nation Las Vegas campus from May 16 to Sept. together in Las The Industry is lobbying legislators to CARSON CITY, NV. — Learn about 13, 2012. Details: 702-229-1012. Vegas at the Rio get the government involved in bringing Nevada’s American Indian culture at one Annual Holiday Faire, 9 a.m. to 5 Convention those visitors back. of several events showcasing native art- p.m. Nov. 12 and from 10 a.m. to 2 Center, Sponsored in part by the Las Vegas work scheduled this fall. Beadwork, bas- p.m. Nov. 13 at the Stewart Community December 29 - Convention Authority the conference kets, jewelry, quilts, paintings and other Center, 465 Clear Creek Ave. in Carson 30 to explore featured had many Breakout sessions items made by American Indian artisans City. Items crafted by Washoe tribal strategies and focused on learning more about interna- will be displayed — and in some cases members and others, including bead- initiatives being tional sales initiatives, meet NCOT’s new sold —at in November and December. work, jewelry, lamps, quilts, blankets implemented at partners from Cultural and Indian Affairs “Nevada is home to 27 federally rec- and ceramics, will be for sale. Admission the national and or find out what health & wellness ognized American Indian tribes, each to event, which will feature 20-25 ven- local levels to tourism is all about and why it is one of with a distinctive culture and history,” dors, is free. Details: Debi Jones, 775- effectively reach the fastest growing niche markets in the Larry Friedman, interim director of the 313-4871. Bethany Drysdale Nevada targeted interna- industry. Nevada Commission on Tourism, said. Tommo Craft Fair, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Commission on Tourism, tional and Opening Remarks: Brian Sandoval, “Artwork made by tribal members often Dec. 16-17 at the Reno-Sparks Indian Director of Public regional mar- Colony, 34 Reservation Road in Reno. Relations facilitated a Governor; Brian K. Krolicki, Lieutenant reflects unique traditions of the various kets. Governor; Carolyn Goodman, Mayor, groups.” Around 25 American Indian artisans will energetic and productive offer beaded items, quilts, paintings, conference. Particular City of Las Vegas; and Claudia Vecchio, American Indian tribes throughout attention was Director, Nevada Department of Tourism Nevada share information about crafts jewelry, baked goods and more. Admission into the sale is free. Details: focused on ways to recoup the loss of and Cultural Affairs shows, powwows and other cultural Henrietta Tobey, 775-336-8896 (after 5 revenue and jobs due to the stringent An in depth presentation on The Next events open to the public through p.m.) or Joanne Bill, 775-560-9965. and burdensome security regulations Frontier in Social Media was presented Indian Territory, a nonprofit organiza- Learn about American Indian events placed on potential visitors to the United by: William Bakker, Chief Strategist, tion that promotes and markets tribal throughout the state at the Indian States. Think! Social Media. activities and enterprises. Territory website, www.nevadaindianter- The travel and tourism industry in Sherry L. Rupert, Executive Director, American Indian arts events scheduled this ritory.com. the United States was among the first Nevada Indian Commission participated commercial casualties of the September in a panel exploring American Indian 11, 2001 attacks, involvement in tourism. Sandoval names Hualapai Tribe member to his Cabinet The United States has lost billions of A grand luncheon sponsored by the dollars and an immeasurable amount of Chicago Sun Times brought the gathering CARSON CITY, NV – Nevada Indian lives in Henderson. good will since the Sept. 11 terrorism together in unity. tribes now have a seat at the governor’s Quasula spent 26 years in law attacks because of a decline in foreign Cabinet table. enforcement with the Bureau of Indian Gov. Brian Sandoval on Tuesday Affairs. He holds degrees in police sci- announced his appointment of Ted ence and administration from Northern Quasula as a member of his Cabinet. Arizona University, and also attended the Quasula is chairman of the Nevada Kennedy School of Government Program Indian Commission and a member of the at Harvard and the FBI National Hualapai Tribe of northern Arizona. He Academy..

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gas and timber, on their lands in ment in the Senate last year, Elouise exchange for what turned out to be mere worked even harder and she immeasur- pennies on the dollar. The federal govern- ably improved the lives of many ment’s gross mismanagement of their American Indians, including thousands accounts left them and multiple genera- living in Nevada. One of those Nevadans tions in poverty. Elouise, however, was a is our mutal friend Mervin Wright, the trained banker and she recognized just outstanding former chairman, and cur- Elouise Cobell was inspiring leader how much Native Americans had lost and rent vice chairman of the Pyramid Lake the detrimental effects it had. Paiute Tribe. in pursuit of justice I met with Elouise many times as she I was saddened to hear Elouise lost her fought for justice. I was struck by her no last battle in life with cancer. She was an For 15 years, Elouise Cobell sought required grit, perseverance and courage. nonsense, pointed, yet gracious demeanor extraordinary American who made count- justice for hundreds of thousands of Yellow Bird Woman – as Elouise was as she presented her case. When it came less contributions to our country, which is Native Americans whose trust accounts known by her Indian name – demonstrat- time for Congress to fulfill its role in the why I believe she deserves the highest were mismanaged by the United States ed each of those qualities on her way to settlement, she still would not rest until honor Congress can bestow upon a civil- government. To lead a class action law- reaching an historic settlement. these last steps towards justice were ian, the Congressional Gold Medal. suit on behalf of those who have been Generations of Native Americans gave taken. Indian Country – and the entire country wronged by the federal government up valuable natural resources, such as oil, While I worked hard to pass the settle- – has lost an inspiring leader.?

Elouise Pepion Cobell, the U.S. Dept. of Interior for the tribe and day, as our elders die and are forever pre- fight as her ancestors have shown her by for individual tribal land owners. Along vented from receiving their just compen- their examples. The fight continues as Yellow Bird Woman with serving as President of the Intertribal sation.” Native Americans continue to stand for Monitoring Association, she attempted to Ms. Eloise Cobell passed on Sunday their rights as landowners and as U.S. citi- (November 5, 1945 – October 16, 2011) seek reform in Washington, DC from the evening, October 16, 2011, in Great Falls, zens and tribal members. She will be mid-1980s to the mid-1990s unsuccess- by David Grindstone-Hoff Montana after a brief battle with cancer. remembered as one of the strongest female fully. At this time she collectively asked She will be remembered for her persever- Native Americans honoring all of Women Ms. Eloise Pepion Cobell was a banking lawyer Mr. Dennis, Mr. Thaddeus ance and persistence to never give up the Nation. Blackfeet elder and activist, banker, ranch- Holt and the Native American Rights er, American Indian leader, and lead Fund that included Mr. John Echohawk plaintiff in the groundbreaking litigation and Mr. Keith Harper to bring a federal of Cobell v. Salazar lawsuit, which chal- lawsuit forcing reform and an retroactive lenged the United States’ Department of accounting of the trust funds belonging to Interior’s mismanagement of trust funds individual Indians. The case became belonging to more than 500,000 individ- known as Cobell v. Salazar and in 2010 ual Native Americans. the President Obama administration Ms. Cobell was a member of the offered a settlement of $3.4 billion of the Blackfeet Indian Tribe of Montana and a longstanding class action suit. As of July great-granddaughter of Mountain Chief, a 2011, notices are going out to the hun- legendary Blackfeet Chief. She was a grad- dreds of thousands of individual Native uate of Great Falls Business College and Americans affected. Most will receive set- attended Montana State University tlements of about $1800, but some may She was the Executive Director of the receive more. In 2009, when the award and settle- PRE-PAID LEGAL SERVICES Native American Community Contact Rose Davis • Indian Voices • (619) 534-2435 • rdavis4973 @aol.com Development Corporation, a non-profit ment was reached, Eloise Cobell said: affiliate of Native American Bank. She also “Although we have reached a settlement served as Chairperson for the Blackfeet totaling more than $3.4 billion, there is Native National Bank, the first national bank little doubt this is significantly less than located on an Indian reservation and the full accounting to which individual American owned by a Native American tribe. Her Indians are entitled. Yes, we could prolong Community professional, civic experience and expert- our struggle and fight longer, and perhaps ise includes serving as Co-Chair of Native one day we would know, down to the Services American Bank, NA.; a Board Member for penny, how much individual Indians are First Interstate Bank; a Trustee of the owed. Perhaps we could even litigate long 3909 S Maryland National Museum of the American Indian. enough to increase the settlement amount. Pkwy #205 She served for 13 years as the Treasurer But we are compelled to settle now by the Las Vegas, NV for the Blackfeet Indian Nation in sobering realization that our class grows smaller each year, each month and every 89119-7500 Montana. As Treasurer of the Blackfeet Call Francisa Rosales 4676 Market St. Ste. A-3, San Diego tribe, she established the Blackfeet National Bank and was an active member of the board. , This was the first national bank to be located on an Indian reserva- tion and to be owned by a Native American tribe. In addition to operating a working ranch with her husband, who produces cattle and crops, she was active in local agriculture and environmental issues. She founded the first “land trust” in Indian Country and served as a Trustee for the Nature Conservancy of the state of Montana. As the Treasurer of the Blackfeet Tribe, Ms. Cobell discovered many irregularities and malfeasances within the management of lease and land funds held in trust by 16 Indian Voices • November/December 2011

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