A | Delaware Nation https://www.delawarenation-nsn.gov Official Website Tue, 13 Jun 2023 16:16:27 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://www.delawarenation-nsn.gov/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/cropped-Delaware-Nation-Seal-Vector-Logo-Black-Text-32x32.gif A | Delaware Nation https://www.delawarenation-nsn.gov 32 32 General Welfare Program: Grocery Stipend https://www.delawarenation-nsn.gov/general-welfare-program-grocery-stipend/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=general-welfare-program-grocery-stipend Tue, 13 Jun 2023 16:16:27 +0000 https://www.delawarenation-nsn.gov/?p=43352 This one-time submission per Tribal Citizen ages 18 years old and older nation-wide, is to provide a General Welfare Grocery Stipend of $200.00 while funding is available.

]]> Native Drum & Song Classes Were A Success https://www.delawarenation-nsn.gov/native-drum-song-classes-were-a-success/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=native-drum-song-classes-were-a-success Fri, 17 Mar 2023 15:37:52 +0000 https://www.delawarenation-nsn.gov/?p=42299

ANADARKO, OK — Delaware Nation Cultural Preservation Department hosted Native Song & Dance Classes during October – December 2022, from 6:00 – 8:00 PM (CST), with the class concluding on the evening of December 15, 2022, instructed by Michael Meeks II & Jimmy Reeder.

The instructors practiced and sang the same song selections to get the group familiar with the music. The class provided the history of the songs, the etiquette of the drum, and some native teachings concerning the value of the drum and its significance.

The goal was to teach the different sounds and words of the songs, beats, etc., to determine the type of song and dance that would be appropriate, i.e., round dance, traditional, inter-tribal, northern, grass.
During the classes, the Cultural Preservation staff served various meals of traditional foods.

Cultural Preservation would like to thank all those that attended and supported this class!

 

Story & Photos By Wesley Boone Public Relations Officer 12/15/2023

]]> The Elders Turkey Giveaway Was A Success https://www.delawarenation-nsn.gov/the-elders-turkey-giveaway-was-a-success/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-elders-turkey-giveaway-was-a-success Wed, 21 Dec 2022 17:25:05 +0000 https://www.delawarenation-nsn.gov/?p=40928

ANADARKO, OK — Delaware Nation hosted an elder’s turkey giveaway event in the Administration on Aging building within the Tribal Complex. Social Services & Maintenance staff served all the participating Tribal elders, 60 years and older on a first come, first serve basis without holds or deliveries. Elders filled out a small survey and then were assisted in transporting their 20lb Butterball Premium turkeys to their vehicles. Participants were asked to present a copy of their tribal enrollment card. If participants were picking up for an elder, they were limited to picking up 2 turkeys and were required to have a copy of the enrollment verification for the elder(s) they were picking up for, including submitting a completed survey by the elder. A General Welfare Elder Thanksgiving Supplement Assistance Program fund also assists in the amount of $35.00 to Delaware Nation enrolled elders (60+) with the purchase of a Thanksgiving turkey or groceries. This funding made available to Delaware Nation elders Nationwide until November 30, 2022. Wanìshi to all the elders that participated in receiving their free turkey!

By Wesley Boone Public Relations 11/10/2022 | Photos by Wesley Boone

Tribal Elders: Clinton Cobb Jr., Patricia Schoenmaker, & Stephanie Keller

Ivy Smith – Grant Manager, Nicole Jones – Social Services Administrative Assistant & Keli Ballou – Enrollment Assistant

]]> Delaware Nation Hosted A Job Fair With On-Spot Interviews https://www.delawarenation-nsn.gov/delaware-nation-hosted-a-job-fair-with-on-spot-interviews/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=delaware-nation-hosted-a-job-fair-with-on-spot-interviews Wed, 21 Dec 2022 15:38:56 +0000 https://www.delawarenation-nsn.gov/?p=40841

ANADARKO, OK — Delaware Nation hosted a job fair in the Courtroom, that included Directors from departments that were needing to fill vacant positions. Several applicants arrived, eager to fill out their paperwork, present their resumes and conduct one-on-one interviews with Directors and Human Resources. The event was a tremendous success and the Departments were able to gather many qualified applicants and make their hiring decisions. Wanìshi to all the applicants that participated in making this event a success!

By Wesley Boone Public Relations 9/8/2022 | Photo by Wesley Boone

]]> A Proclamation on Indigenous Peoples’ Day, 2022 https://www.delawarenation-nsn.gov/a-proclamation-on-indigenous-peoples-day-2022/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-proclamation-on-indigenous-peoples-day-2022 Wed, 23 Nov 2022 15:11:23 +0000 https://www.delawarenation-nsn.gov/?p=40648

     ‘On Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we honor the sovereignty, resilience, and immense contributions that Native Americans have made to the world; and we recommit to upholding our solemn trust and treaty responsibilities to Tribal Nations, strengthening our Nation-to-Nation ties.

For centuries, Indigenous Peoples were forcibly removed from ancestral lands, displaced, assimilated, and banned from worshiping or performing many sacred ceremonies.  Yet today, they remain some of our greatest environmental stewards.  They maintain strong religious beliefs that still feed the soul of our Nation.  And they have chosen to serve in the United States Armed Forces at a higher rate than any other group.  Native peoples challenge us to confront our past and do better, and their contributions to scholarship, law, the arts, public service, and more continue to guide us forward.

I learned long ago that Tribal Nations do better when they make their own decisions.  That is why my Administration has made respect for Tribal sovereignty and meaningful consultation with Tribal Nations the cornerstone of our engagement and why I was proud to restore the White House Council on Native American Affairs.  To elevate Indigenous voices across our Government, I appointed Deb Haaland as Secretary of the Interior, the first Native American to serve as a cabinet secretary, along with more than 50 other Native Americans now in significant roles across the executive branch.

My Administration is also directly delivering for Native communities — creating jobs, providing critical services, and restoring and preserving sacred Tribal lands.  We have made the biggest investment in Indian Country in history, securing billions for pandemic recovery, infrastructural improvements, and climate change resilience, and we are working together with Tribal Nations to end the scourge of violence against Indigenous women and girls.

These efforts are a matter of dignity, justice, and good faith.  But we have more to do to help lift Tribal communities from the shadow of our broken promises, to protect their right to vote, and to help them access other opportunities that their ancestors were long denied.  On Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we celebrate indigenous history and our new beginning together, honoring Native Americans for shaping the contours of this country since time immemorial.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim October 10, 2022, as Indigenous Peoples’ Day.  I call upon the people of the United States to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.  I also direct that the flag of the United States be displayed on all public buildings on the appointed day in honor of our diverse history and the Indigenous peoples who contribute to shaping this Nation.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this
seventh day of October, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-seventh.

                               JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR. –

Source: https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2022/10/07/a-proclamation-on-indigenous-peoples-day-2022/

Delaware Nation offices will be CLOSING at 3:00 PM on Wednesday, November 23, and CLOSED Thursday, November 24, & Friday, November 25, 2022, in observance of National Native American Recognition Day.

]]> Bigfoot Storytelling Event Reunites Local Communities In Anadarko After A Couple Of Years Off https://www.delawarenation-nsn.gov/after-a-couple-years-off-bigfoot-storytelling-event-reunites-local-communities-in-anadarko/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=after-a-couple-years-off-bigfoot-storytelling-event-reunites-local-communities-in-anadarko https://www.delawarenation-nsn.gov/after-a-couple-years-off-bigfoot-storytelling-event-reunites-local-communities-in-anadarko/#comments Mon, 07 Nov 2022 22:46:43 +0000 https://www.delawarenation-nsn.gov/?p=40564 ANADARKO, OK — Local guests of Anadarko and the surrounding area joined together to celebrate the 2022 Bigfoot Storytelling Event at the beautiful Randlett Park. A massive turnout of Bigfoot believers arrived with smiles and good cheer! Guests even got to see Bigfoot in person! The event began at 3:00 PM on a mild Friday afternoon with Delaware Nation staff and vendors ready to serve.

Families and friends gathered and posed for photos with the giant-footed legend. If guests weren’t snapping photos with Bigfoot, they were probably enjoying one of the many great activities, such as bounce houses, pumpkin painting, t-shirts, face painting, cake walk, cornhole, hayrides, Bigfoot calling contest, health walk, costume contests, kettle corn, scavenger hunt, refreshments, macro fishing, and much more, along with many booths filled with beautiful jewelry, artifacts, and useful information! Congratulations to all the winners of the Bigfoot Calling Contest and to the winners of the Kids Costume Contests. The costumes were amazing! Their hard work and attention to detail paid off.

Delaware Nation Departments in Attendance:

  • Cultural Preservation Organization of Event
  • CHR’s Health Walk: Ambrea Marshall, Seretta Gonzales, Wyndi Caraker, and Abbie Spence
  • Dirt Road Graphics: Provided t-shirts for the event
  • ECLC Inflatables for Young Children: Brenda Lisenbery, Skylar Miller, Haley Williams, Nicole Valenzuela, Jace Gonzales, and Zoie Cogburn
  • EPA Inflatables for Older Children: Jaclyn McCasland, Alec Marshall, David Komalty, Justin Pendarvis, Regina McCarty, Shannon Wetselline, Kayla Tate, Ereca Camaro, Josh Farley and Corinna RedElk
  • Facilities’ Zombie Hay Ride: Jamie Beaver, Eric Lopez, Damon Teart, Delos Chavez, Jarius Smith and Roger Birch
  • Finance’s Big Foot Corn Hole Game: Deb Emhoolah, Eydie Silago, Janet Curley and Shelby Quetone
  • Gaming Commission’s Ring Toss/Bean Bag Bucket Toss Game: Christie White, Angela McGhghy, Paula Pewo, and Alix Hubbard
  • HPO Costume Contest: Carissa Speck, Billie Anderson, and Gina Smith
  • Housing’s Sand Scavenger Hunt: Jacquelyn Smith and Summer Dutton
  • Social Services/Enrollment’s Registration Booth: Kelly Line, Sue Obe, Sylvia Pitner, Brenda Villalba, Nicole Jones and Keli Ballou
  • Tax Commission Pumpkin Painting: Jaycee Mickle, Diane Butler, Ivy Smith, Sydney Samaniego, and Dana Sauceda
  • Voc Rehab Cake Walk (Basketball Court area): Rachel Allen, Shellean Garcia, Shay Castillo, and Ashton Pewenofkit
  • DN Fundraising Committee Concession Stand: Kandess Botone, Billie Anderson, Dee Dee Whitfield, and Chelsey Farley
  • Public Relations (photos/videos): Wesley Boone
  • Golf Cart Driver: Alex Rodriguez
  • Event Monitors: Janice Maddox and Security

Outside Vendors:

  • Bobby Plumbers Food Truck
  • Sugar Shane’s Kettle Corn/ Pork rinds
  • OU Health Services
  • Liz Stephens Face painting and Craft Booth
  • OKTEP (Nutrition Program)
  • Martha Negron’s Bigfoot arts and Crafts Booth
  • Holly’s Crafts and T-shirts
  • Cricket Wireless Booth
  • Caddo Nation EPA-Educational Booth
  • Martha Niedo’s Bigfoot-Shaped Meat Pie Booth
  • Cadillac Ranch Boutique
  • Comanche Nation EPA – Educational Booth
  • Kiowa Tribe EPA-Education Booth
  • Thomas Crabtree-Native American Bigfoot
  • Holly’s Crafts and T-shirts
  • Native Oklahoma Bigfoot Research Organization
  • Casting Booth
    • DJ Kenneth Boynton – Sound Booth
    • Bigfoot Mascot- Tanner Kopepassah

In the finale, Troy Hudson & Pete Buffalohead of the Native Oklahoma Bigfoot Research Organization and the other speakers delivered stories of the big, hairy legend.

Many thanks to all the staff and vendors for setting up and helping make this event great! Delaware Nation hopes everyone had a great time, and we look forward to next year’s event!

View photos from the event at https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.648607653342828&type=3!

– By Wesley Boone Public Relations 10/21/2022 | *Updated 11/8/2022*

]]> https://www.delawarenation-nsn.gov/after-a-couple-years-off-bigfoot-storytelling-event-reunites-local-communities-in-anadarko/feed/ 1 Tribal Citizens: Join Us For A Flannel & Frost Christmas Party https://www.delawarenation-nsn.gov/events/tribal-citizens-join-us-for-a-flannel-frost-christmas-party/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tribal-citizens-join-us-for-a-flannel-frost-christmas-party Wed, 02 Nov 2022 21:14:02 +0000 https://www.delawarenation-nsn.gov/?p=40519 Tribal Citizens:

Join Us For A Flannel & Frost Christmas Party

When: Saturday, December 3, 2022, from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM (CST)

Where: Grady County Fairgrounds – 500 East Choctaw Ave., Chickasha, Oklahoma

Gifts for Children! Gift card raffle for adults!

Catered Christmas meal!

]]> Delaware Nation & CCDF Schools Supplies Giveaway Events Were A Success https://www.delawarenation-nsn.gov/delaware-nation-ccdf-schools-supplies-giveaway-events-were-a-success/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=delaware-nation-ccdf-schools-supplies-giveaway-events-were-a-success Wed, 17 Aug 2022 15:19:11 +0000 https://www.delawarenation-nsn.gov/?p=39951

ANADARKO, OK — Delaware Nation’s Social Services department hosted park-and-pick-up school supplies giveaway events on Monday, August 8, for enrolled tribal students only, from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM and Tuesday, August 9, at the downtown Cultural Preservation Office. Social Services Director Sylvia Pitner & CCDF Coordinator Ivy Smith greeted students and parents as they arrived to pick up colorful backpacks full of school supplies. Wanìshi to all who participated and Delaware Nation would like to wish students a great year!

-By Wesley Boone Public Relations 8/9/2022

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