Bozho! We at NHBP hope you’re all staying cool as cucumbers in this mid-summer heat wave. Check out events, talking groups, classes and other information curated just for you! 

 

1. Kwe 2 Kwe {Woman to Woman} 

Aug. 3
Woman to Woman is a safe, empowering and supportive group for all women. From 5:30 to 7: 30 p.m., we will share hope, experiences, recipes, skills, childcare ideas and, most importantly, provide each other with emotional strength and connections for a better life!

For Zoom information, please contact Indian Preference Coordinator Mariesha Keith at mariesha.keith@nhbp-nsn.gov or Domestic Violence Victim Advocate Patti McClure at 269.704.8396 or patricia.mcclure@nhbp-nsn.gov .

2. Mnomen {Wild Rice} Wednesday 

Aug. 11
Pine Creek Community Center from 11:45 a.m. – 1 p.m.

NHBP Tribal Members, Members of other federally recognized Tribes, NHBP staff and community members are welcome to attend. A traditional meal will be provided and served to go. Please visit the Members Only website to view a Wild Rice video presentation. 

Sponsored by the Environmental Department and co-sponsored by the Culture Department.

For more Information, please contact Environmental Office Manager Angela Shine at 269.704.8493.

3. Hotel Tower II Grand Opening 

Aug. 12-14
A special VIP event for Tribal Members ONLY! 

•    August 12:  Tribal Elders + 1 guest
•    August 13 & 14:  Tribal Members + 1 guest

Each Tribal Member can stay one night FREE in the new hotel tower during this special VIP weekend. Each reservation includes dinner at Nibi, breakfast at Gapi the next morning and a special gift.

To RSVP, please contact Membership Services Executive Administrative Assistant Grace Chivis at 269.704.8419.

Room availability is limited. Reservations will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis and include one room per eligible Tribal Member. Check-in will begin at 2 p.m. 
Tribal Members must be present and show Tribal ID to check in and to pick up the special gifts. Tribal Members who are not able to stay during this weekend will be sent a voucher for a free night’s stay and dinner at Nibi. The vouchers are good for one year. Gifts that are distributed during this event will be mailed to those unable to attend.

4. Tribal Member Appreciation Day 

Aug. 19
NHBP Tribal Members and immediate family, join us for a day of fun at the Calhoun County Fair!

Calhoun County Fairgrounds | Wristband hours: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

You must present your Tribal ID at the gate for free parking. For questions or additional information, contact Membership Services Executive Administrative Assistant Grace Chivis at 269.704.8419 or grace.chivis@nhbp-nsn.gov .

5. Virtual Cooking Classes 

Aug. 27

Please join us for a virtual cooking class from noon to 2 p.m. to brush up on your culinary skills while staying in the comfort of your own home! This virtual cooking class is open to NHBP Tribal Members, employees and health clinic patients, but will be limited to 10 participants – so be sure to register before Aug. 20.

 

For more information or to register for any cooking classes, please contact NHBP Registered Dietitian Erin Stark at 269.312.4337 or  erin.stark@nhbp-nsn.gov .

6. Fall Ceremony 

Aug. 27

Join us for a day of floating Pine Creek and gathering Mnomen {Wild Rice}!

8 a.m. – 5 p.m. | 1210 V Drive South, Athens, MI 49011 

We’ll be spending the day sharing ceremonies and teachings. A take-out style lunch will be provided from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. by Food Sovereignty Coordinator Nickole Keith, followed by a float on the zibe {river} in our 10-person canoe led by special guest Lee Sprague. Have your own canoe? You’re welcome to bring it out as we scout the creek. 

To reserve your spot in the canoe or for more information, call or text Culture Specialist Kevin Harris II at 269.832.8331. 

Curious Caregivers Series 

Whether you’re preparing to become a caregiver for the first time or you’re a seasoned, snack-wielding pro, NHBP Social Services has a series to enhance your caregiving skills. Through three sessions – offered online and in person – an NHBP Social Services Specialist will provide practical information and proven parenting strategies to any parent or caregiver of NHBP Tribal youth. Attend a total of three classes in the monthly series through the end of 2021 to earn a $25 Meijer or Target gift card. Please note: Topics in the series will change monthly. Space is limited to 10 participants for in-person classes. Open to parents or caregivers of NHBP Tribal youth.

For more information and to register, please contact Prevention Specialist Heather Kozar at heather.kozar@nhbp-nsn.gov or 269.704.8510.

Sept. 14 | 3 — 4 p.m. | Pine Creek Conference Room 121

Sept. 21 | 3 — 4 p.m. | Grand Rapids Health Facility Conference Room

Sept. 28 | 3 — 4 p.m. | via Zoom

FireKeepers Casino 400 Tickets Available Now

All NHBP Tribal Members receive a ticket to the FireKeepers Casino 400 being held on Aug. 22. To receive your ticket, please visit

MIS

and fill out the online request form by Monday, Aug. 16. Tickets will be sent electronically.

If you are interested in purchasing tickets for the ARCA race on Aug. 20 or the Xfinity race on Aug. 21 or purchasing additional tickets for the FireKeepers Casino 400 on Aug. 22, please contact Felicia Vega at 305.230.5211 or fvega@nascar.com . Orders will be taken Monday – Friday, 8:30 am to 5 pm. All NHBP Tribal Members and Tribal Member guests receive a discounted rate.

Discounted rates for additional tickets for NHBP Tribal Members and team members:

Friday, Aug. 20
Henry Ford Health System 200
ARCA Menards Series
$15

Saturday, Aug. 21
New Holland 250
NASCAR Xfinity Series
$20

Sunday, Aug. 22
FireKeepers Casino 400
NASCAR Cup Series
SEC 21-41, Rows 8-14                     $45
SEC 50-56, Rows 15-30                   $65
AYCE TURN 1, SEC 43-57               $75

Access for All Training Program

NHBP Tribal Members are encouraged to sign up for the Access for All Apprenticeship Training program! This program is developed by the Construction Trades and the Workforce Development Institute.

This 9-week training program is PAID and Tribal Members are encouraged to sign up if they are interested in receiving training or certifications in the following areas:

 

OSHA 30

Work Keys

CPR/First Aid

Lead

Asbestos and Silica Awareness

North American Building Trades Union Certification

 

For more information, please contact NHBP Preference Coordinator Mariesha Keith at mariesha.keith@nhbp-nsn.gov or 269.223.0867.

Fitness Centers Now Open Without Restrictions

Both the Pine Creek and Grand Rapids Fitness Centers are now open without mask restrictions! While masks are no longer required, please continue to wipe down your equipment, socially distance, and practice proper hand washing. Please stay home if you have any symptoms of COVID-19. Hours will be as follows:

Pine Creek:

Monday – Friday: 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Saturday – Sunday: 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

 

Grand Rapids:

Daily: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

 

If you have any questions about the fitness centers or would like to gain access to either of the facilities, contact us at 616.249.0159 for Grand Rapids or 269.729.4422 for Pine Creek.

 

Behavioral Health Support

If the recent discoveries at North American Indian boarding schools are causing difficult feelings for you or someone you know, NHBP’s Behavioral Health Team is available to provide support to anyone experiencing an emotional response to this disturbing news. If you are having trouble sleeping or eating, experiencing increased depression or anxiety, having intrusive thoughts or feeling suicidal, please contact Behavioral Health Administrative Assistant Sherri Lockard at 269.275.1324 to be connected to a counselor. 

Native Americans may also text the Native crisis line for free, 24/7, confidential crisis support. Text NATIVE to 741741. A resource list for trauma responses from the National Native American Boarding School Healing Coalition in the US is available here: https://bit.ly/3dchqWM .

Read NHBP Tribal Council’s full statement here: https://bit.ly/3jm9N3N .

Turkey Time Gift Check Opt Out

NHBP Tribal Members who are also the head of household now have the option to opt out of receiving the Turkey Time gift check. Members must opt out before 5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 3.

You may opt out via:

Test-IT-5-21-2021

OR by contacting Membership Services Executive Administrative Assistant Grace Chivis at 269.704.8419 or grace.chivis@nhbp-nsn.gov .

Still want your Turkey Time gift check? Make sure that the correct mailing address is on file with NHBP’s Enrollment Office. One Turkey Time gift check will be distributed per household beginning the first week of November.