Iron 7 Sports Simulator

Located in Salamanca on 29 West Race St. Iron 7 is a family owned business that Josh Becker & Keely Watt opened at the end of November 2023. The system includes multi-sports such lacrosse, baseball, football, soccer, hockey, and zombie dodgeball. The system features golf and has over 40+ PGA Courses. The simulator is ideal for parties, get togethers, or those looking to work on their golf game rain or shine. Iron 7, provides a local, fun and family friendly environment with options available to people of all ages and skill levels! You can book the simulator for groups up to 6 by the

From Auxiliary Unit 1587:

Repost from Iroquois Post 1587 American Legion FB President Kathryn Button, elected officers and members we would like to thank Iroquois Post 1587 American Legion, and community for supporting our Auxiliary Fundraiser during the Seneca Nation Community Fair 2024 held April 5th at the Cattaraugus Community Center. Without a doubt it was a great day to be among the community, Veterans, vendors and SNI Departments. Thank you to the SNI Councillors that stopped by with great words of encouragement and support. Thank you to the event organizers that kept everything running smoothly while in the arena. Thank you to Auxiliary members,

2024 Marvin “Joe” Curry Veterans Pow Wow

Updated Head Staff, Specials, and Prize Money for 2024! Reminder that vendor applications are available AND live on our website, follow this link: https://senecapowwow.org/vendor-application-rules/ The Vendor application deadline is May 1, 2024. Applications that are incomplete or received beyond the deadline will not be considered. For any questions regarding Vendors, please email: Vendors@senecapowwow.org.

Lake Shore Seniors visit Sully Huff Heritage Center

Repost from Lake Shore Schools Native American Programs FB Senior High students visited the Sully Huff Heritage center earlier this year for a pottery workshop with Brennen Johns while immersed in lots of exposure to our Seneca language. They also enjoyed fun games and activities and were treated to taco in a bag for lunch! Fun fact: Lake Shore alumni are working at the Sully teaching language and taking part in the Seneca Language Immersion program. We are so proud of you!

Jack Warrior Selected for ECMEA All County Chorus Festival

Gowanda High School musician Jack Warrior III was selected by the Erie County Music Educators Association to participate in the ECMEA All County Chorus Festival which was held this past weekend at the University at Buffalo. March was Music in our Schools Month at Gowanda Central. Jack is the son of Kim and Jack Warrior Jr. and grandson of Arlene and Jack Warrior Sr. Jack is actively involved in the Arts of music and theatre. He has been self-taught on the guitar and piano since 10 years old. He also played with “The Modern Band Project” at the GCS 3rd Annual

SSS+ Receives Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) Certification

April 2, 2024 | senecascientificsolutions.com Pictured: Dean S. Seneca, SSS+ Executive Director Big Breaking News! Through a lot of hard work and overcoming many barriers, SSS+ has received the New York State Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) Certification from the NYS Division of Minority and Women’s Business Development! Becoming certified presents a wealth of opportunities and resources toward the company's goals of sustainable development and health equity. Primarily, we are hoping this opens up new opportunities with the state/federal governments and private sector agencies that align with the core public health and urban planning services we deliver. We wanted to extend a special thank you

Ja:göh Rory Wheeler!

Elected as 2024 National NALSA Area 4 Representative Rory Wheeler was also recognized as the National Native American Law Students Association’s “Indian Country Scholar”. Congratulations, Rory!

Seneca Nation Elder Reflects on a 51-year Child Welfare Career

February 2024 | By Nancy Marie Spears | imprintnews.org Seneca Nation member Terry Cross is widely known as the founding executive director of the National Indian Child Welfare Association, launched in the early 1980s, and continues to serve as a senior adviser to the organization assisting tribes with preventing child abuse and neglect. These days, Cross, 71, spends time taking long walks on the Nedonna Beach with his wife, Kristin, he said in a lengthy interview with The Imprint. But he admitted that he’s “not very good” at staying retired, and so his work with Indigenous children and

Live Conversation w/Artist G. Peter Jemison

Listen to the Live Conversation between Artist G. Peter Jemison & Curator/VoCA Board Member Andrea R. Hanley - VoCA – Voices in Contemporary Art Repost from VoCA Newsletter – February 2024 Through his art, G. Peter Jemison has explored various topics, from creating political works that portray contemporary social commentary to those that reflect his relationship with the natural world. Lauren Shadford, Executive Director of VoCA shares “Today, I am so pleased to share the recording of our VoCA Talk with artist G. Peter Jemison (Seneca, Heron Clan). This interview was beautifully co-created with VoCA Board Member Andrea R. Hanley (Navajo) and hosted

Notes from Red House Memorial Chapel

8077 East Loop, Jimersontown Submitted by Winfield Bowen Join us on Sunday, April 28th, 10:30am, as Glenn and Kathy Bloom, from the Pleasant Valley Baptist Church on the Cattaraugus Territory, bring us hope and encouragement centered on our Lord Jesus Christ. It's Jesus who said, "Peace I leave with you. My peace I give to you, not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled. Neither let it be afraid (John 14:27)." The Word also says to "Cast all your care upon Him, for He cares for you (1 Peter 5:7)." We encourage all to attend our

News from Pleasant Valley Baptist Church

12557 Route 438, Irving, NY Submitted by Kathy Bloom Happy spring! Proof of God’s existence is everywhere! May we not be too busy to notice the blooming flowers and budding trees, the chirping of the birds, and the warm, gentle breezes. Our Heavenly Father continues to show us His undying love through His marvelous creations. For since the creation of the world God’s invisible qualities – his eternal power and divine nature – have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made, so that people are without excuse. Romans 1:20 “Food Sunday” is every third Sunday of each month. This special

Harpo Foundation Impact Award for Native American Art

Apply by April 29, 2024 Starting in 2024, Harpo Foundation will offer an annual $25,000 fellowship to amplify the contributions of under-recognized native American contemporary visual artists. The Impact Award for Native American Art aims to further the foundation’s mission to expand creative inquiry through inclusivity and equitable representation in the visual arts. To be considered for the Impact Award, artists must submit a Grants for Visual Artists application online by April 29, 2024, to join the pool of artists who are considered for this annual grant. Required materials include an artist’s resume, artist statement, and work samples (up to 10). To

Hodinöhšö:ni:h Language Conference Call for Presenters

Attn: Hodinöhšö:ni:h Language Teachers, Content Creators, and Educators By Damian Webster (Director Honöta:önih Hënödeyësdahgwa') Nya:wëh sgë:nö' swagwe:göh, Honöta:önih Hënödeyësdahgwa', in collaboration with Seneca Nation Language departments of Cattaraugus and Allegany, RIT Native American Future Stewards Program, Ganondagan State Historic Site, and Friends of Ganondagan, would like to host our second annual language conference. This event will take place Monday and Tuesday June 10th and 11th at Ganondagan State Historic Site. This conference is open to all Hodinöhšö:ni:h language communities, and this year's call for presenters includes all Hodinöhšö:ni:h language teachers, content creators, and language advocates. This will be a two-day conference. Day 1 will

Marie Watt: LAND STITCHES WATER SKY

Forum Gallery Apr. 13–Sept. 22, 2024 at Carnegie Museum of Art | carnegieart.org Pictured above: Marie Watt, Placeholder (Horizon), 2024, courtesy of the artist, © Marie Watt Marie Watt: LAND STITCHES WATER SKY explores steel and glass—materials deeply tied to Western Pennsylvania’s industrial history—from Watt’s Indigenous perspective as a member of the Seneca Nation with German-Scot ancestry. This exhibition presents sculptures informed by the artist’s community collaboration and invites visitors to consider the layered histories and personal memories of familiar materials. For over a decade, Marie Watt has been working with steel I beams, drawn to their interwoven history with generations of Haudenosaunee

Celebrating Women’s History Month with Marie Watt!

Repost from Trickster Cultural Center FB We celebrated Women's History Month with Marie Watt, a member of the Seneca Nation of Indians. Watt is known for her work with textile arts and community collaboration. She became the 1st Native American student to receive a Masters of Fine Arts from the Yale School of Art.

2024 Native Forward Alumni Convening

Native Forward Scholars Fund Alumnus Dave Kimelberg (Seneca Nation) selected as keynote speaker The Native Forward Scholars Fund held their annual Alumni Convening for a one-day event in Las Vegas, Nevada on March 13, 2024. Native Forward's Alumni Convening took place during The National Center For American Indian Enterprise Development's Reservation Economic Summit. We are proud to announce that Native Forward Scholars Fund Alumnus Dave Kimelberg (Seneca Nation) as the keynote speaker. Dave is also the Founding Partner of Kimelberg PLLC, the former General Counsel for SoftBank Capital and SoftBank Holdings, and the former founding CEO of Seneca Holdings. He received

Get a Gift for Mom Vendor Day

Hosted by the Catt Rez Beaders Stop down to the Stanley Huff Heritage Center on Saturday, April 27th for their Get a Gift for Mom Vendor Day. Stop by for the gifts, stay for the laughs and enjoy some good food! To reserve a vendor space, call Mary or Sam at 716-532-8162.

SAVE THE DATE:

Raymond & Ella Jimerson Family Reunion The Raymond & Ella Jimerson Family Reunion will be held August 3, 2024 this year. The NEXT planning meeting is scheduled for May 2, 2024 at the CCC, at 6pm. For more information or if you have questions, contact Treat Montour at 716-984-6784

Donate Blood In Memory of Robin Crouse

....or your Mom, Gram, coworker or someone else special! Robin knew that donating blood is vital to our community's health. She selflessly donated over 6 gallons and coordinated many health center blood drives. She was dedicated to this life-saving mission. Come donated in Robin's honor & help ensure blood is there for others in need on Friday, April 26, 2024 from Noon-5pm at the Allegany Community Center (ACC). Open to the public ~ ID required ~ Hydrate & eat prior To make an appointment, visit: www.redcrossblood.org/give See flyer for details:

Lily Gladstone’s Oscars 2024 Dress Paid Homage to Her Native American Roots With 216 Quilled Petals

It took a whole team to complete this look, including our very own Aryien Stevens! Ja:göh March 11, 2024 | By Donya Momenian | teenvogue.com Lily Gladstone might not have taken home the Best Actress trophy, but they made history at the Oscars 2024 in more than one way. It all started when she became the first Native American to be nominated for the Best Actress category for their performance in Killers of the Flower Moon and continued with their statement on the Oscars 2024 red carpet. Last night, Gladstone, who is Siksikaitsitapi and of Nimíipuu heritage, walked the red carpet wearing a

WNY Lax Fest: Calling All Indigenous Vendors!

We are excited to host some amazing and cultural talent! Participate in our heritage festival over the WNY Lax Fest weekend! Join us at the heart of a vibrant celebration of culture and community at the Western New York lacrosse festival, happening May 4-5, 2024! We are calling on traditional artists and craftspeople to showcase their beadwork, paintings, pottery, and other traditional arts. This is a unique opportunity to display your work to a diverse and engaged audience, eager to connect with and support indigenous narratives through art. Your creations will not only adorn our festival but also deepen the