WINDOW ROCK — The 25th Navajo Nation Council’s Law and Order Committee will host a series of public hearings pertaining to the confirmation of Chief Justice JoAnn Jayne. Feb. 19: Tuba City Judicial District (240 Main St., Building 7173), 9 a.m. Feb. 20: Chinle District Court, 9 a.m. Feb. 21: Kayenta Public Safety Building/Correctional Facility […]
WINDOW ROCK - The Navajo Nation Youth Advisory Council has 12 open positions for passionate and driven Navajo youth. Youth must meet the following criteria: Ages 14-24 years old One male and female from each of the five agencies on the Navajo Nation One male and female representative living off the Navajo Nation Applications are […]
WINDOW ROCK - Applications for the Navajo Nation Veterans Princess Pageant are available. Contestant eligibility are as follows: • Enrolled member of the Navajo Nation • Must have military in the family • 15-21 years of age • Knowledge in military and Navajo culture • High school graduate or GED certificate Application deadline is May […]
CROWNPOINT – The Office of Diné Youth-Crownpoint will host the following April activities: • Mondays: Open gym volleyball (not a volleyball league), 5:30-7:45 p.m. Information: Juanita Martin, 505-786-2000. • Tuesdays: Future Hoopers Workshop, 5:30-7 p.m. Information: Karlishia Craig, 505-786-2000. • Wednesdays (April 9, 23, 30): Basics of Baseball/Softball Camp, bring own gloves, 5:30-7 p.m. Information: […]
FORT DEFIANCE - The Tséhootsooí Medical Center Mobile Health Clinic announces its April schedule. • April 3: Covid/Flu Vaccine Clinic, Red Lake Chapter. • April 7: Teen Clinic, Window Rock High School (students only). • April 8: Family Practice Clinic, Crystal Chapter. • April 9: Family Practice Clinic, Cornfields Chapter. • April 10: Family Practice […]
THOREAU, N.M. — Narcotics Anonymous meetings “We Do Recover” are held every Thursday from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Day Spring Baptist Church (41 First Ave.) in Thoreau. No dues or fees. Open to all who want to recover from addiction. Zoom attendance is available. Information: Jared, 760-819-5637.
FLAGSTAFF — Christian Bible Academy (10240 Aurora Road) will host bible classes on April 7-11 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Textbooks, tuition, meals, and rooms are free. Certificates will be presented to students completing four semesters. Native students who attend all classes will receive a $100 reimbursement for transportation expenses. Information: Sunny, 408-849-8017 or […]
SHOW LOW, Ariz. - Northland Pioneer College’s Fine Arts department announces a visit and demonstration by ceramist, José Martinez, on Tuesday, April 8, at the NPC Show Low campus, Aspen Center, room 104, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The demonstration will involve Martinez’s ceramic building and decorating techniques. Refreshments and a reception will follow. […]
SNOWFLAKE, Ariz. - Northland Pioneer College invites the public to the Spring Eagle Fest on Wednesday, April 9, at the NPC Silver Creek campus from 2-6 p.m. The festival will include entertainment for all ages, interactive booths, demonstrations, and a live performance by country artist, Ashley Westcott. Refreshments to the first 200 attendees. Information: Samuel […]
ST. MICHAELS, Ariz. - The Navajo Nation Human Rights Commission will meet Thursday, April 10, at 10 a.m. (MDT), at the NNHRC conference room, located in the Karigan Professional Building, Suite 111 (100 Mount Taylor Road on Highway 264) in St. Michaels, Arizona. Information: 928-871-7436 or www.nnhrc.navajo-nsn.gov.
GALLUP - Discover the joys of gardening and learn how to cultivate a thriving harvest with a hands-on gardening workshop series, hosted by Octavia Fellin Public library in partnership with master gardeners from Tumbleweed Farms, at the Main Library on the following dates: April 11: Frost Protection, 4-6 p.m. April 25: High Altitude Short Season Produce, […]
PHOENIX – The 21st Annual American Indian Disability Summit “Gathering Native Voices to Nurture Wellness”, presented by BMO, is Friday, April 11, at the Desert Willow Conference Center (4340 E. Cotton Center Blvd.) from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information and to register, visit https://ability360.org/american-indian-disability-summit or call Rosalie Perry at 602-980-0286.
BLANDING, Utah – Utah Navajo Health System announces the “Diné Power Up: Prevention Starts Here” Sexual Assault Prevention Summit on Friday, April 11, at the Utah State University-Blanding, Arts and Events Center, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The free, all-ages summit will focus on raising awareness and providing resources for sexual assault prevention. Includes […]
LEUPP, Ariz. - Christian Native Network will meet at Leupp First Presbyterian Church on Saturday, April 12, at 10 a.m. The gathering will include a continental breakfast and lunch. Young people will serve dinner in the youth hall at 5 p.m. The church is located 2.5 miles north of Navajo Route 15 and 2 junction. Easter […]
SHIPROCK — Shiprock Chapter announces an in-person and virtual regular meeting on Sunday, April 13, at 12 p.m. Chapter meetings will take place at the Central Consolidated School District Office in the school boardroom. Email or call for an agenda at shiprock@navajochapters.org or 505-368-1081.
ST. MICHAELS, Ariz. - St. Michaels Chapter announces a planning meeting on Sunday, April 13, at the St. Michaels Senior Center at 1:30 p.m.
GALLUP - The University of New Mexico-Gallup Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences Division presents a public lecture featuring Indigenous graphic novelist, Dale Deforest, on Tuesday, April 15, in Room SSTC 200 at 11 a.m. Deforest will discuss the relationship between visual art and written narrative in his work. A public Zoom lecture will be […]
CROWNPOINT - Crownpoint Chapter announces a regular meeting on Tuesday, April 15, at 12 p.m. Information: 505-786-2130 or 505-786-2131.
CHINLE - The Chinle Unified School District No. 24, Title VI Parent Advisory Committee, will hold a public hearing on the FY 2025-2026 Title VI Formula Grant application on Tuesday, April 15, at the CUSD Administration Boardroom at 4:15 p.m. Information: 928-674-9780 or 928-674-9742.
MANY FARMS, Ariz. - New Life will be offering a CPR, First Aid, and AED training class on Wednesday, April 16, at the Many Farms Chapter House at 8:30 a.m. Information: 928-349-3577.
LEUPP, Ariz. - Ranch Hands Ministry will celebrate Easter on April 17-20 at 6 p.m. (MST). Speaker will be Pastor Robert Nargo with musicians Eugene Platero, Robert and Sharon Yazzie, and others. Easter Sunday service is Sunday, April 20, at 5 a.m., followed by breakfast and regular service at 9 a.m. Lunch will be served. […]
PHOENIX - Dr. Brian D. Haley will speak about his book, “Hopis and the Counterculture: Traditionalism, Appropriation, and the Birth of a Social Field,” as part of the State of Arizona Research Library’s 2025 Arizona Author Series. The talk will be held virtually on Zoom on Thursday, April 17, at 12 p.m. (MST). Attendees are […]
FORT DEFIANCE - The Diné Youth-Fort Defiance Easter Extravaganza will be held Thursday, April 17, from 3:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Children, ages 3-8, are invited to participate in activity stations and an egg hunt at 5:30 p.m. Information: 928-729-4336.
WINDOW ROCK - The St. Michael Housing Neighborhood Watch Group will meet on Thursday, April 17, at the Quality Inn conference room in Window Rock, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Members and residents of St. Michaels Housing are welcome. Information: 480-710-4211 or 623-313-5516.
PHOENIX – Treasurer Kimberly Yee will share tips to help children be smart with their money as part of her work with the AZ529 Education Savings Plan. Topics include “Disappearing Expenses to Savings,” “5 Tips for Families to Save,” “5 Ways to Involve Kids in Savings,” and “Candy vs. Careers Easter Baskets” (visuals would be […]
DILKON, Ariz. – The Up and Out group will show an Easter drama movie “The Thief” on Friday, April 18, at the Navajo Christian Foundation building (near the police department) at 6 p.m. Information: 928-326-5386.
CHINLE - Jones Field Rhythm Wild and Tim Holiday will be playing in Chinle on Friday, April 18, from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Admission is $10 per person.
KIN DAH ŁICHÍ’Í, Ariz. – The Kin Dah Łichí’í Veterans Organization announces a trash pickup event on Saturday, April 19, at the Summit on Highway 264 at mile marker 465-466. Meet at Summit at 8 a.m. to sign in and to pick up trash bags and water. Wear sturdy shoes, warm clothes and jacket. No […]
ANETH, Utah - Animal Rez-Q will be providing equine services on the following dates: • April 21: Dahozy Stampede Arena, Fort Defiance. • April 22-23: McElmo Creek Harvey Arena, Aneth. • April 24-25: Upper Fruitland rodeo grounds, Upper Fruitland, New Mexico. • April 26: Moore Rodeo Arena, Tohatchi, New Mexico. Services include dentistry, castrations, and […]
GALLUP – Join Octavia Fellin Public Library for a food and nutrition class on Monday, April 21, at the Main Library from 4-6 p.m. Explore the cuisine of the Mediterranean and how its focus on fresh ingredients, healthy fats, and balanced meals can improve your health. Advance registration is required at https://ofpl.online/. Information: 505-863-1291.
FLAGSTAFF – Diné Community Development Corporation will host an informative session on Tuesday, April 22, during the Navajo Nation Economic Summit, at the Twin Arrows Navajo Casino and Resort. The summit will feature Power Pack, a Houston-based energy company, which will present Project Shandiin, an energy initiative, with solutions to enhance energy resiliency and energy […]
SANDERS, Ariz. - The Office of Diné Youth-Fort Defiance presents a Chapter Youth Outreach for all ages on Tuesday, April 22, at the Nahata Dziil Chapter House from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Events will feature prevention activities, character/life skills, team building, and arts/crafts. Children need to be accompanied by adult during event. Information: 928-729-4336.
SANTA FE - In recognition of Financial Literacy Month, the New Mexico State Treasurer’s Office has invited JP Morgan Chase to provide New Mexicans a series of free virtual workshops on Wednesday, April 23. To register for the webinars, click on the registration link. • No. 1, Chase Money Skills Understanding and Building Credit Workshop, […]
ALBUQUERQUE - The Calvary Church Indigenous Outreach Ministry invites the public to “The Gathering” on Thursday, April 24, at the Calvary Westside Campus (6051 Winter Haven Rd NW) from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Enjoy a powerful time of worship, spiritual awakening, and fellowship before the Gathering of Nations Powwow. Doors open at 5:45 p.m. […]
FORT DEFIANCE - The Fort Defiance Indian Hospital Board, Inc., will conduct its regular meeting on Friday, April 25, at 9 a.m. (MDT), in the executive conference room (second floor) at Tséhootsooí Medical Center.
GALLUP – Octavia Fellin Public Library and Diné weaver, Lois Becenti, will offer a weaving workshop on Friday, April 25, at the Main Library at 10 a.m. Learn the fundamentals and techniques of rug weaving in the traditional Diné style, including warping, carding, and spinning. Looms will be available. Bring supplies and a project to […]
FORT DEFIANCE - Nihi Dine’é Bá Wellness Center, Wellness Department, will be closed on Saturday, April 26, and Monday, April 28, for gym members due to a Fort Defiance Indian Health Board Inc., observed holiday. Information: 928-729-8063.
CROWNPOINT – Burgers weekend food sale will be held April 26-27 at the Sunny Side Housing North Loop. Menu includes: • Hamburger, $6.50. • Cheeseburger, $7. • Regular fries, $5. • Green chili cheese fries, $6/$11. • 7-piece wings, $8. • 6-piece chicken tenders, $8. • Chicken sandwich, $7. • Nachos, $4.50. • Nacho grande, […]
SAWMILL, Ariz. - The Navajo Nation Special Diabetes Program presents the Spring Health and Fitness Day 8K and 3-mile fun walk and run on Saturday, April 26, at Sawmill Chapter. Registration opens at 6 a.m., walk/run begins at 6:30 a.m. Information: 928-871-7870.
ALBUQUERQUE - Rodeo De Rio Grande is Saturday, April 26, at the Bernalillo Sheriff’s Posse at 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Entry fee (all events) is $100 with $200 added money for each event. Vehicle fee is $20. Entries open Monday, April 14, at 6 p.m., closing on Wednesday, April 16, at 9 p.m. Rodeo […]
GALLUP – Celebrate Earth Day and discover the artistic potential of recycled materials on Saturday, April 26, at the Rio West Mall from noon to 4 p.m. Transform recycled objects like egg cartons into unique pictures. All ages are welcome. Information: 505-863-1291.
KIN DAH ŁICHÍ’Í, Ariz. — Kin Dah Łichí’í Chapter announces a regular meeting on Sunday, April 27, at 10 a.m. Need quorum of 25 for in-person meeting. Information: 928-755-3821.
WINDOW ROCK - The Intermountain Family Reunion Committee will meet Sunday, April 27, at 10 a.m., at the Quality Inn restaurant in Window Rock. Former staff, alumni, and families are invited.
SHIPROCK – Harrison Mann Ministry will host a praise and worship banquet on Sunday, April 27, at the Restoration Outreach Worship Center (Mesa Farm Road) at 1 p.m. The event will honor the late Ralph Dee Jr. and wife Gina with a musical singspiration. Among singers invited are Thomas Arviso, Eugene and Murphy Platero, Eddie […]
GALLUP – The public is invited to attend the Library Advisory Board meeting on Monday, April 28, at the Octavia Fellin Public Library meeting room or via Zoom at 4 p.m. Meetings are scheduled quarterly on the fourth Monday of the month at 4 p.m. Information: 505-863-1291.
GALLUP – Join Octavia Fellin Public Library for a free community Narcan Training at the Main Library on Tuesday, April 29, at noon. Presented by the City of Gallup Behavioral Health Department, this training will teach attendees how to use Narcan effectively to respond to opioid overdoses and provide valuable resources with life-saving skills. Training […]
BLACK HAT, N.M. – A cancer support group will meet at the PTC (State Highway 264) on the last Tuesday of each month beginning April 29 at 6:30 p.m. Understand what cancer is and what it does, foods that fight cancer or trigger it, networking resources, and finding support from others who understand. Group is […]
FORT DEFIANCE - Diné Youth-Fort Defiance presents Reading Adventure and Crafts for ages 6-17 on Wednesday, April 30, from 5:45-6:45 p.m. Information: Tasha, 928-729-4336.
WINDOW ROCK - The 73rd Observance of National Day of Prayer is Thursday, May 1, to pray for all federal, state, county, city, and tribal leaders who face many issues and challenges daily while in office. A 90-minute live broadcast with celebrities will air on some radio and television outlets at 8 p.m. (EST) hosted […]
WINDOW ROCK - The Navajo Division for Children and Family Services (formerly Division of Social Services) personnel will be attending the Division-Wide Staff Symposium from April 28 to May 2. Offices will be closed or have limited services during this time. Normal services will resume on May 5. For further information, call the following for […]
WHIPPOORWILL, Ariz. – The Navajo Nation Office of the Auditor General invites the public to a formal presentation of findings from the recent internal audit of Whippoorwill Chapter on Friday, May 2, at 1 p.m. (DST). Topics to be covered include: 15 audit findings (financial mismanagement, missing documentation, use of public funds), required corrective actions, […]
PHOENIX - The Cinco de Mayo basketball tournament is May 3-4 at the American Sports Center, Kroc Center, and local high schools. Boys divisions include grades 2-8, Gold and Silver, Freshman, JV, and Varsity. Girls divisions include grades 3rd/4th, 5th/6th, 7th/8th, JV, and Varsity. Entry fee is $325. For information, visit www.quickscores.com/cincodemayobasketball or call Gene […]
LEUPP, Ariz. - The Rezline Singspiration will be held Saturday, May 3, at 9 a.m., at the the Church of God Holiness (north of Leupp Road). The event will include the Leupp First Presbyterian Church choir, Hope Resurrected, Nu Creation, and other gospel musicians. Food will be available with a bible message at 12 p.m.
SHIPROCK - As part of the Fourth Annual VFW National Day of Service, VFW Post 9517, in partnership with Shiprock Chapter, will clean veteran graves on Saturday, May 3, at the Shiprock Veterans Cemetery (Highway 491) at 12 p.m. Volunteers will strip old paint from the perimeter fence and clean over 2,000 graves, ensuring the […]
KIN DAH ŁICHÍ’Í, Ariz. – Kin Dah Łichí’í Chapter announces the following May events and meetings: • May 4-5: Chapter trash clean-up. Trash bin available at chapter house. • May 4: Kin Dah Łichí’í Veterans Organization meeting, 9 a.m. • May 5: KCRDC (CLUPC) meeting, 9:30 a.m. • May 7: Planning meeting, 10 a.m. Draft […]
ST. MICHAELS, Ariz. - St. Michaels Chapter announces a planning meeting on Sunday, May 4, at 1:30 p.m. The meeting will take place at the St. Michaels Senior Center.
CROWNPOINT – Crownpoint Chapter will host Bingo on Sunday, May 4, at 2 p.m. Includes 50 cent games, $1, $2, $3 games, and grand prizes (winner takes all and more). Mini concession will be available. Sponsored by Thomas and Ramone.
GALLUP – The Ups and Downs team of the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life of Gallup will hold its 16th Annual Live Auction of Birdhouses (painted/decorated/reimagined) by local artists and craftsperson on Sunday, May 4, at the St. Francis Parish (212 W. Wilson). Doors will open at 5 p.m., followed by the auction at […]