GALLUP—Artists are invited to donate their talents in creating, decorating, or redesigning birdhouses for the 16th Annual Birdhouse Auction, which will be held on May 5 at Sammy C’s Rockin’ Sports Pub & Grille. The auction will benefit the American Cancer Society’s Gallup-McKinley Relay For Life. You can build your birdhouse or pick up a […]
Fort Defiance Chapter announces the following April meetings: April 1, Community Land Use Planning Committee regular meeting, 9 a.m. CLUPC Special meeting, 1 p.m. April 2, District Grazing meeting, Red Lake Chapter, 9 a.m. April 2, Veterans of Foreign Wars meeting, 10 a.m. April 2, planning meeting, 5:30 p.m. April 3, Twin Warriors Veterans Group […]
KIN DAH LICHII, Ariz. — Kin Dah Łichí’í Chapter announces the following meetings: April 1, Community Land Use Planning Committee meeting (KCRDC), 9:30 a.m. April 3, planning meeting, 10 a.m. April 14, veterans organization meeting, 10 a.m.
WINDOW ROCK - The Native Book Drop Tour will ignite a passion for reading, celebrate Indigenous authors, and inspire the next generation of Native writers and poets by delivering 10,000 books to Navajo homes in five days during the week of April 1-5 at the following locations: April 1: Navajo Nation Library, Window Rock, 3-7 […]
TOHATCHI, N.M. — The Tohatchi Chapter announces an in-person planning meeting on Monday, April 1, at 10 a.m. For information, call 505-733-2845.
The Tséhootsooí Medical Center Mobile Health Clinic announces its April schedule: April 2, Family Practice Clinic, Burnside, Lowe's store. April 3, Family Practice Clinic, Lupton Chapter. April 4, no clinic. April 8, no clinic. April 9, Family Practice Clinic, Klagetoh Chapter. April 10, Family Practice Clinic, St. Michaels Association For Special Education (students only). April […]
CORNFIELDS, Ariz. — The Cornfields Farm Board will meet Tuesday, April 2, at Cornfields Chapter from 9 a.m. to noon. Update of the Cornfields Irrigation Projects Permittees, Cornfields Farm Plots, Land Use Permits Transfers, and reports from the Fort Defiance BIA Natural Resources and Navajo Department of Agriculture will be discussed. Community members are welcome […]
BECENTI, N.M. - Becenti Chapter announces a planning meeting on Tuesday, April 2, at 10 a.m. Information: 505-786-2283 or www.becenti.navajochapters.org.
CROWNPOINT — Crownpoint Chapter announces a planning meeting on Tuesday, April 2, at noon.
VANDERWAGEN, N.M. - Bááháálí Chapter announces a Community Land Use Planning Committee meeting on Thursday, April 4, at 9 a.m. Information: 505-778-5788 or 505-778-5796.
SHIPROCK—The Shiprock Chapter announces an in-person regular meeting on Thursday, April 4, at 4:30 p.m. For an agenda, email or call shiprock@navajochapters.org or 505-368-1081.
ST. MICHAELS, Ariz. - The Navajo Nation Human Rights Commission will meet regularly on Friday, April 5, at 10 a.m., at the NNHRC conference room in the Karigan Professional Building, Suite 111 (100 Mount Taylor Road on Highway 264) in St. Michaels, Ariz. Information: 928-871-7436 or www.nnhrc.navajo-nsn.gov.
NASCHITTI, N.M. - The Diné Youth Chapter Outreach event will be held Friday, April 5, at Naschitti Chapter from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. The event will feature prevention activities, character/life skills, team-building, and arts/crafts. Free and open to all ages. Child(ren) need to be accompanied by adult during event. Mask are required. Information: 928-729-4336.
VANDERWAGEN, N.M. — Bááháálí Chapter will be closed Tuesday, April 9, beginning at noon to Thursday, April 11, at 5 p.m. Regular business hours will resume on Friday, April 12. Information: 505-778-5788 or http://baahaali.navajochapters.org.
GANADO, Ariz. — Friends of Hubbell announces its Native American scholarships to college juniors, seniors and graduate students. For student qualifications and application, visit https://friendsofhubbell.org/ Application deadline is June 15.
CORNFIELDS, Ariz. — Cornfields Chapter will host the Cornfields Land Use Permittee Training on Thursday, April 11, from 9 a.m. to noon. The training will discuss an introduction to gardening designs presentation, preparation of gardening beds, different types of crops, selection of agricultural seeds, and other topics of agricultural farming. Community members are welcome to […]
BECENTI, N.M. - The Becenti Chapter Veterans Organization will meet Thursday, April 11, at 10 a.m. Information: 505-786-2283/2284 or becenti.navajochapters.org.
KEAMS CANYON, Ariz. — Northland Pioneer College will host free writing workshops on April 12 at the NPC Hopi Center and June 21 at the NPC Kayenta location from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Workshops will cover ideas and concepts unique to Indigenous peoples. Lunch provided and attendees will receive complimentary copies of the books. […]
GALLUP — The 9th Annual Community Spring Job Fair is Friday, April 12, at the Rio West Mall Center Court from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Employers may reserve a spot (no fee, tables/chairs provided). Open to everyone (no Wi-Fi available). Registration forms are available on the Rio West Mall Facebook page. To register or […]
GALLUP — The Northwest New Mexico Council of Governments is seeking public input on the Corridor Management Plan for the Trail of the Ancients Scenic Byway by tabling at the following locations: April 13, Wings’ n Wheels, Grants-Milan Municipal Airport, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 13, Gallup Arts Crawl, Downtown Gallup, 7-9 p.m. April […]
LEUPP, Ariz. — Leupp Nazarene Church announces Youth Night every Saturday evening for April and May. Youth leadership class is from 4-6 p.m. (MST) for youth leaders, pastors, teachers, church board members, and adults. For other events, Youth Night is from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Church is located west of Leupp at milepost 13 on Navajo Route […]
NASCHITTI, N.M. - The Naschitti Veterans Organization will meet Saturday, April 13, at the Naschitti Community Governance Center at 10 a.m.
WINSLOW, Ariz. — Skylight Ministries presents the annual Gospel Jam on Saturday, April 13, at the Winslow High School Performance Arts Center (600 E. Cherry Ave.) from 2-10 p.m. Church bands and singers are welcome. Leupp Presbyterian Church youth groups, Hope Resurrected and Nu Creation, will serve a light meal.
SWEETWATER, Ariz. — Revival with the Electrifying Gospel Ministry will be held April 15-21 at Susie Hanley’s residence (three miles south of Immanuel Mission School) in the Sweetwater community. Evangelist Ted Etsitty will be ministering nightly at 6:30 p.m. Ministers, gospel bands and church groups are invited. A memorial for the late Susie Hanley is […]
VANDERWAGEN, N.M. - Bááháálí Chapter announces a regular meeting on Monday, April 15, at 10 a.m. Information: 505-778-5788 or http://baahaali.navajochapters.org.
FORT DEFIANCE - Diné Youth-Fort Defiance presents World Art Day, a free arts and crafts activity for ages 5-17, on Monday, April 15, at the DY classroom from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Information: Tasha, 928-729-4336.
FORT DEFIANCE - The BIA Wildland Fire and Aviation Management reminds the public that strong winds and changes in temperature occur during spring. Be careful with cooking fires, debris burning, and never leave fire unattended. Check the weather for cold fronts, Red Flag Warning, or high heat warnings. Register burns at 928-729-4096/4246. To report a […]
CHINLE — The Federal Aviation Administration and the National Park Service announces a public input session on the Draft Air Tour Management Plan and Draft Environmental Assessment on Tuesday, April 16, at Chinle Chapter from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (MDT). A virtual Zoom meeting covering the same content as the in-person meeting is Wednesday, […]
CROWNPOINT — Crownpoint Chapter announces a regular meeting on Tuesday, April 16, at noon.
CHINLE — The Chinle Unified School District No. 24 Title VI Parent Advisory Committee will hold a public hearing on the FY 2024-2025 Title VI Formula Grant application on Tuesday, April 16, in the administration boardroom at 3 p.m. Information: 928-674-9780 or 928-674-9742.
BECENTI, N.M. - Becenti Chapter announces a regular meeting on Tuesday, April 16, at 5 p.m. Information: 505-786-2283/2284 or becenti.navajochapters.org.
MARIANO LAKE, N.M. - Mariano Lake Chapter announces a veterans meeting on Wednesday, April 17, at 9 a.m. Information: 505-786-2180.
TOHATCHI, N.M. - Tohatchi Chapter announces an in-person regular meeting on Wednesday, April 17, at 10 a.m. Information: 505-733-2845.
MARIANO LAKE, N.M. - Mariano Lake Chapter staff will be conducting a homesite lease/residential lease service on April 18-19. Residents and members of Mariano Lake are welcome to attend and receive information on residential lease with the BIA Office, homesite lease process with the Navajo Nation Land Department, and transferring a residential lease who was […]
TSAILE, Ariz. — Diné College presents "Still Sacred: First-Year Writing at the Tribal College" on April 18-19 from 1-4 p.m. daily. The event, spotlighting Dr. Pedersen and Dr. McBride, will delve into innovative writing pedagogies for the digital age, emphasizing Indigenous student perspectives. Open to educators and scholars, with Facebook streaming.
CAMERON, Ariz. — Nazarene Churches in Cameron and Leupp will unite for a community outreach revival on April 18-20 at 1.5 miles southeast of Speedy’s gas station. Revival begins Thursday and Friday at 6 p.m. (MST). Saturday’s revival meeting begins at 8 a.m., followed by a grief recovery seminar by Raymond Long at 1 p.m. […]
ALBUQUERQUE — The Atrisco Heritage Academy Native Club presents a powwow on Thursday, April 18, at the high school (10800 Dennis Chavez Blvd. SW) in Albuquerque. Gourd dancing begins at 4:40 p.m. to 6 p.m., followed by grand entry at 6:20 p.m., and closing at 10 p.m. Vendors are welcome (spots available, tables and chairs […]
GALLUP — The University of New Mexico-Gallup will host free workshops on “Business of Art Bootcamp” to empower local artists and students by providing essential tools to kickstart their art business, on April 19-20 at the Calvin Hall Center Auditorium from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. First 50 participants to register will receive a $50 […]
KLAGETOH, Ariz. — Klagetoh Chapter will host the Diné Youth Chapter Outreach event on Friday, April 19, from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. There will be arts and crafts, prevention activities, character/life skills, and team building. Free and open to all ages. Child(ren) need to be accompanied by adult during event. Masks are required. Information: […]
PINON, Ariz. — The Piñon High School Student Council will host a powwow on Saturday, April 20, on the football field at 9 a.m. The event will include a bazaar. For information about bazaar tables, call Amy Dudley at 928-725-2446.
WINDOW ROCK - The Intermountain Family Reunion Committee meeting will be held Sunday, April 21, at 10 a.m., at the Quality Inn restaurant in Window Rock. Former staff, alumni and families are invited.
BECENTI, N.M. - The Becenti Community Clean Up Week is April 22-25 from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Walk the Tloo' di' Tsin Trail and pick up trash. Refreshments and trash bags will be provided. Prizes for the most trash picked up during the week. Information: 505-786-2283.
FLAGSTAFF — Indian Bible College of Northern Arizona (2237 E. Cedar Ave.) welcomes potential students to its Preview Days on April 23-24. There will be a campus tour, overnight dormitory stay, meals, and a frybread contest. The accredited college offers online courses, certificates, associate degrees, and bachelor’s degree in biblical studies. Information: 928-774-3890.
KAYENTA — Kayenta Township Earth Week clean-up is April 23-26 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Bag pick-up location is at the Township office and recreation park. Trash drop-off site is at the recreation park. Incentives will be given and a raffle will be held to win a charcoal grill. Visit Kayenta Township Facebook page […]
MARIANO LAKE, N.M. — Mariano Lake Chapter announces the following meetings: April 23, planning meeting, 1 p.m. April 24, regular meeting, 10 a.m. April 24, Community Land Use Planning Committee meeting, 1 p.m. Meetings will take place at the Mariano Lake Chapter administrative building (former preschool building). Information: 505-786-2180.
BECENTI, N.M. — Becenti Chapter announces Special Election Day on Tuesday, April 23, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. April 8, mail-in absentee ballot application deadline, 5 p.m. April 19, las day for walk-in voting. April 22, poll official training. April 23, special referendum election voting hours, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Becenti Chapter voters […]
WINDOW ROCK - Disa, a company specializing in remediating abandoned uranium mines, invites the public to a special presentation on Tuesday, April 23, from 8-10:30 a.m., at the Quality Inn in Window Rock. Meet Disa’s CEO and founder for a discussion on Disa’s safe and efficient approach to treat abandoned uranium mine waste. Food and […]
CROWNPOINT - Crownpoint Chapter will host updates on the Baa Hani Chapter Project on Tuesday, April 23, at 9 a.m.
TUBA CITY — Greyhills Academy High School will host a public hearing for the Title VI Indian Education Formula Grant on April 24 in the library at 1 p.m. and April 25 at 6 p.m. The public hearing will provide an opportunity for community and parents of Native American students to become more informed and […]
SANDERS, Ariz. — The Nahata’ Dziil Health Center Dental Clinic will be closed on Wednesday, April 24. For dental emergencies, call Tséhootsooí Medical Center Dental Clinic at 928-729-8885 or 8911. For information regarding NDHC appointments and services, call 928-688-5639.
MARIANO LAKE, N.M. - The BIA Eastern Navajo Agency will be providing a presentation on Wednesday, April 24, to inform grazing permittees and the public on the 2025 Grazing Permit Renewal Project at Mariano Lake Chapter at 1 p.m. Information: 505-786-2180.
TSAILE, Ariz. — Ned Hatathli Museum presents “Between Worlds”, a Diné College BFA Student Exhibition, featuring Charquita Begay, Samantha Begay, Dawn Smith, Dustin Lopez, and McRay Sampson. An opening reception will take place Wednesday, April 24, on the 4th floor (1 Circle Drive, Route 12) from 3:30-6:30 p.m. Drinks and food will be served. Information: […]
FORT DEFIANCE - Fort Defiance Chapter will have no trash service beginning Thursday, April 25, through Monday, April 29. Trash service will resume Tuesday, April 30. Information: 928-729-4352.
WINDOW ROCK - The Navajo Board of Election Supervisors will meet Thursday, April 25, at 9 a.m., at the Navajo Election Administration, Quality Inn-Office Complex, Room 107, in Window Rock. Information: 928-871-7270.
FORT DEFIANCE - The Window Rock Unified School District No. 8 Title VI Indian Education Committee will convene a public hearing on Thursday, April 25, at 5:30 p.m., followed by a regular meeting at 6 p.m. in the administrative governing boardroom in Fort Defiance. Agenda items may be reviewed in the district administration building. Disabled […]
TSAILE, Ariz. — Diné College invites the public to learn from students, the Nits’áá dóó ídahwiil’aah Fellow, Office of Government Development, Department of Justice, and book authors during the Diné Landback Symposium on Friday, April 26, at the Diné College-Tsaile campus at 8 a.m. Information: Kayla Jackson, kjackson@dinecollege.edu.
GALLUP — A free Diné rug weaving work session is set for Friday, April 26, at the Gallup Public Library from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bring own tools and materials. Please be on time. Information: Lois Becenti, 505-863-1291 or 505-870-3832.
SAWMILL, Ariz. – Sawmill Chapter will host the Diné Youth Chapter Outreach event on Friday, April 26, from 3-4 p.m. There will be arts and crafts, prevention activities, character/life skills, and team building. Free and open to all ages. Adult must accompany the child(ren) during the event. Information: 928-729-4336.
GRANTS, N.M. — The City of Grants will sponsor Global Youth Service Day, a community clean-up project, on Saturday, April 27, in front of City Hall (600 Santa Fe Ave.) from 8 a.m. to noon. Bring gloves and water. Trash bags and dumpsters will be provided. Information: Robert Windhorst, 505-876-7365.
GALLUP — Global Youth Service Day, an annual clean-up project, is Saturday, April 27, from 10 a.m. to noon. Community clean-up will take place at the following locations: Sports Complex parking lot (925 Park Ave.) Playground of Dreams parking lot (302 E. Wilson Ave.) Bring gloves and water. The city will provide trash bags, bark, […]
LEUPP, Ariz. — Leupp First Presbyterian Church will join Phoenix Desert Hills Presbyterian Church for the annual Clan of Christ Fellowship on Saturday, April 27, at 10 a.m. Presenters will speak on how the Navajo clan system works and the meaning of Ké (kinship). The men’s group will be roasting shish kabobs and veggies for […]
KIN DAH LICHII, Ariz. — Kin Dah Łichí’í Chapter announces the following meetings: April 28, public hearing on meeting quorum reduction, 1 p.m. May 1, planning meeting, 10 a.m. May 6, Community Land Use Planning Committee (KCRDC) meeting, 9:30 a.m.
ST. MICHAELS, Ariz. - The Navajo Nation Human Rights Commission will have a special meeting on Tuesday, April 30, at 10 a.m., at the NNHRC conference room, located in the Karigan Professional Building, Suite 111 (100 Mount Taylor Road, Highway 264) in St. Michaels, Arizona. Information: 928-871-7436 or www.nnhrc.navajo-nsn.gov.
Fort Defiance Chapter announces the following May meetings: May 1, Tséhootsooí Twin Warriors meeting, 1 p.m. May 1, planning meeting, 5:30 p.m. May 6, Community Land Use Planning Committee meeting, 9 a.m. May 8, Business Resource Committee meeting, 9 a.m. May 13, regular meeting, 5:30 p.m. Information: 928-729-4352.
FRUITLAND, N.M. - The Navajo Nation Human Rights Commission will have a joint special meeting on Thursday, May 2, at 4 p.m., and a regular meeting on Friday, May 3, at 10 a.m. Meetings will take place at the Upper Fruitland Chapter House (N36 N562) in Fruitland, New Mexico. Information: 928-871-7436 or www.nnhrc.navajo-nsn.gov.
FARMINGTON — The regular meeting of the City of Farmington Community Relations Commission scheduled for Thursday, May 2, has been cancelled. The Commission has been invited to attend the Navajo Nation Human Rights Commission meeting on Thursday, May 2, at Upper Fruitland Chapter (N36 N562) at 4 p.m. Information: 505-599-1470.
NASCHITTI, N.M. — Diné Youth-Fort Defiance will be traveling to Naschitti Chapter to implement and coordinate youth prevention and recreational activities on Friday, May 3, from 3-4 p.m. There will be arts and crafts, prevention activities, character/life skills, and team building. Free and open to all ages. Adult must accompany the child(ren) during the event. […]
LEUPP, Ariz. — The annual Grand Falls Singspiration has been rescheduled from April 6 to Saturday, May 4, featuring bands from across the Southwest at the Church of God Holiness (Leupp Road, milepost 443). Includes a noon lunch and a gospel message. Information: asmallcanyon@fusd1.org.
GALLUP — The Friends of Hubbell Native American Arts Auction is Saturday, May 4, at the Gallup Community Service Center (410 Bataan Veterans St.). View 400 vintage and contemporary Navajo weavings, Katsina dolls, jewelry, baskets, and silversmith work. Auction preview begins at 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. (MST), followed by the auction at noon to […]
PIÑON, Ariz. — The 19th Annual Jinnity’s Bull Riding Challenge NNJBRA Membership Drive No. 2 (AZ) is Saturday, May 4, at the Piñon community rodeo grounds at 6 p.m. Buckles to first place. Entries are taken by NNJBRA CES at 505-387-9700. Administration and stock fees included. Age as of Jan. 1 (proof of age required). […]