Quick Reads Nov. 2, 2005

Seasonal stories

Northern Arizona University’s Dept. of Applied Indigenous Studies Resident Elder Program presents Seasonal Stories by Bob Lomadafkie. All lectures are from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Hogan Building located south of the Southwest Forest Science Complex Bldg #32 (NAU South Campus). Nov. 3—The “Art” Vessel: Symbolism in utilitarian to ceremonial applications. Nov. 17— Past Lifestyles to the Present: Village pathways and border town sidewalks. For more information, call Lomadafkie at 928-523-6993.

Film festival

On Nov. 5, Grand Canyon Youth, a nonprofit organization for youth will be hosting their 6th Annual River Runner Film Festival and Auction. This event will include food, a silent auction, a raffle and river themed films. Grand Canyon Youth will show highlights of their programs from 2005. There will also be information for signing up for 2006 river education programs. The event, held at the Museum of Northern Arizona, will take place from 5 to 10 p.m. All proceeds will benefit Grand Canyon Youth’s river education programs for middle and high school students. Tickets are $10 per person. For more information, contact Grand Canyon Youth at 928-773-7921.

Public meeting

On Sunday, November 6 at 1 p.m, Shonto Community Governance will host a public information meeting at the Shonto Chapter Facility to discuss the upcoming Referendum Election. Shonto is the first chapter to vote on empowering the people by restructuring local government into a Council of Nat’aa and Atsilasdai executive. All chapter members are invited to ask questions and give input about this historic stage in Navajo Nation governance. The special election will be held on Nov. 8, in the Shonto Chapter facility. Polls are open from 6 a.m. through 7 p.m. It is very important that over half of the voters registered in Shonto Chapter turn out to vote. For information, call Shonto Chapter, 928-672-2910; go to the website at www.shonto.org; or e-mail shonto@navajochapters.org.

American Indian day

American Indian high school seniors from across New Mexico and northeast Ariz. will learn more about higher education at the University of New Mexico’s “American Indian Student Day” on Nov. 9, from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. For more information, visit http://www.unm.edu/news/OctoberReleases/05-10-28americanindian.htm

Veteran’s weekend

The Sloan family is celebrating its second annual“Sloan’s Veterans Appreciation Weekend” to honor “all who served.” All veterans of the Armed Forces and their families are invited. The Azee Bee Nahagha’ Convention starts the evening of Nov. 11. The flag raising will take place at 6 a.m. on Nov. 12, with an 11 a.m. luncheon. Contact Daniel Jr. or Louise at 602/692-9581 for more information.

James and Ernie

Live, from Flagstaff, it’s Saturday Night at MNA! The Museum of Northern Arizona’s third annual fall “friendraiser” on Nov. 19 at 6 p.m. will showcase “James & Ernie,” the first Navajo stand-up comedy duo from the Navajo Nation, who have been featured around the Four Corners region of the Southwest. Hopi comedian “EJ the DJ” from KUYI Hopi Radio is the master of ceremonies.

Also planned are an elegant dinner by Thornager’s Catering, and live and silent auctions of unique items and exclusive, once-in-a-lifetime trips around the Colorado Plateau.

To buy tickets or donate an item, reply by Nov. 4 to Liz Gumerman at 928/774-5213, ext. 219 or by e-mail at friendraiser@mna.mus.az.us. An updated list of auction items will be posted on the Museum’s website at www.musnaz.org, as well as a downloadable ticket order form. MNA is located three miles north of historic downtown Flagstaff on Highway 180 and is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Hill Tribe Silver

The Bead Museum Presents the Hill Tribe Silver Trunk Show by special guest Somerset Silver. The featured silver beads and pendants are handmade by the Karen hill tribe in northern Thailand using traditional tribal methods passed down from generation to generation. The sale of these items helps sustain traditional crafts and provide the Karen people with a reliable source of income. A members-only preview night runs from 5 to 8 p.m. on Nov. 10, the show is open to the public on Nov. 11 and 12 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. By buying these items, you are helping sustain traditional crafts and provide the Karen people with a reliable source of income. The Bead Museum is located at 5754 W. Glenn Drive in Glendale, Ariz. For more information see www.beadmuseumaz.org

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