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March 30, 2017 - In This Issue:
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MIISANIINAWIND
This Is Who We Are!
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A weekly publication of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians
"The Hub of the Ojibwe Nation"
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Boozhoo (Hello)
The month of April for the Ojibwe people is called Iskigamizige Giizis or the Maple Sugar Moon.
A very long time ago, when the world was new, Gichii Manidoo made things so that life was very easy for the people. There was plenty of game and the weather was always good. The maple trees were filled with thick sweet syrup. Whenever anyone wanted to get maple syrup from the trees, all they had to do was break off a twig and collect it as it dripped out.
One day, Wynaboozhoo went walking around. "I think I'll go see how my friends the Anishinabe are doing," he said. So, he went to a village of Indian people. But, there was no one around. So, Wynaboozhoo looked for the people. They were not fishing in the streams or the lake. They were not working in the fields hoeing their crops. They were not gathering berries. Finally, he found them. They were in the grove of maple trees near the village. They were just lying on their backs with their mouths open, letting maple syrup drip into their mouths.
"This will NOT do!" Wynaboozhoo said. "My people are all going to be fat and lazy if they keep on living this way."
So, Wynaboozhoo went down to the river. He took with him a big basket he had made of birch bark. With this basket, he brought back many buckets of water. He went to the top of the maple trees and poured water in, so that it thinned out the syrup. Now, thick maple syrup no longer dripped out of the broken twigs. Now what came out was thin and watery and just barely sweet to the taste.
"This is how it will be from now on," Wynaboozhoo said. "No longer will syrup drip from the maple trees. Now there will only be this watery sap. When people want to make maple syrup they will have to gather many buckets full of the sap in a birch bark basket like mine. They will have to gather wood and make fires so they can heat stones to drop into the baskets. They will have to boil the water with the heated stones for a long time to make even a little maple syrup. Then my people will no longer grow fat and lazy. Then they will appreciate this maple syrup Gichii Manidoo made available to them. Not only that, this sap will drip only from the trees at a certain time of the year. Then it will not keep people from hunting and fishing and gathering and hoeing in the fields. This is how it is going to be," Wynaboozhoo said.
And, that is how it is to this day.
Scroll down to see all that's happening in Miskwabekang!
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Council passes resolution addressing epidemic
Seeing Red Cliff, other communities in crisis leads to measure
 This past Tuesday, March 28 the Red Cliff Tribal Council took a significant and decisive step in throwing down the gauntlet to potential drug traffickers and users. The Re d Cliff Tribal Council unanimously
passed a strongly worded resolution that acknowledges a growing and potentially destructive drug epidemic on the Red Cliff Indian Reservation.
You can
click here
to view the resolution in its entiret
y.
The resolution comes as the first piece in an ever evolving strategy aimed at countering and protecting Red Cliff tribal members from the ravages of methamphetamine, heroin and other substances.
Red Cliff Tribal Chairman Bryan Bainbridge says he thought for some time about how he and the tribal government could help the tribe's membership combat the coming plague, but became concerned when he couldn't figure out a solution to the issue.
"I could see it happening on other reservations and throughout the region, and knew it was coming here, but now I see it throughout our own community," said Bainbridge.
"That's when I knew this was going to be a long, drawn out fight - when I saw the extent of the physical, emotional, psychological effects these drugs were having on people in other communities, I said to myself, 'We need to make sure our members have all the resources we can possibly offer them.'"
The drugs Bainbridge speaks of are now common knowledge throughout the south shore and in every community, no matter the size or population.
Law enforcement sources say meth and heroin are now displacing the prescription drug trade as the main drugs of choice - especially with school-aged and younger children.
What's more, Red Cliff's Chairman says no one is immune from this epidemic.
"It doesn't matter your level of education, your current income, job, position, social status - anyone can get hooked on these chemicals - all it takes is that small little window to be opened. And before you know it, the floodgates are bursting," he says, referring to the short period of time it takes to become addicted.
A sensitive yet firm man, Bainbridge says it began to wear on him as he thought of children, elders and those in need of protection being exposed to the dark side of addiction.
"Almost on a daily basis, there was someone that was being affected: friends, relatives, community members, hearing of deaths - and knowing that if we didn't get control it would began happening here," said Bainbridge, his voice thick with emotion.
It was that concern and the frustration from lack of potential solutions, which drove the tribe's chairman to spearhead an effort to begin a dialogue surrounding elicit drugs.
"As we move forward, we talk about it, we know people - family and friends that are addicted or involved in something that's negatively affecting their lives - we need to be honest with ourselves and each other," says Bainbridge. "We can't be in denial."
The chairman says once individuals can acknowledge there's a problem or issue they (tribal council) "can then begin the process of providing opportunities for people to reach out if they're struggling and get help - or at least be guided in a direction towards that - towards becoming well."
"We want our elders, children, young adults and individuals with special needs to always feel safe," said Bainbridge. "At the same time, we need our adults and individuals that are using these illegal substances to look at getting healthy and living life like it was meant to be," he adds.
"We know we have many things stacked against us as Indian people but those circumstances and situations do not have to define us. If you have a clear mind, you can achieve anything and even help other people, which is our way as Anishinabe."
Bainbridge is hopeful this is the first step in heading off a potential tragedy.
He's also grounded in reality and says in his own words that, "the tribal council doesn't have the power - that's one thing we're limited in - we don't have the power of doing it ourselves. It takes the community." He's also confident that the tribal government does have the power and authority to gather up programs and effectuate initiatives in that help people in the community.
"That's within our power - to gather up the feds and the state authorities and say 'Hey, this is what we need help with.'" The chairman says that includes gathering spiritual help however, is optimistic individuals will take this warning and move their intentions toward healing themselves, their families and the community."
It takes a whole community to combat this," adds the Chairman.
If you or someone you know and care about is suffering from addiction of any kind, please call the Mishomis Wellness Center at (715) 779-3741.
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 Annual State of the Tribes Address
The 11 federally recognized tribes within the state of Wisconsin will again gather next week, Tuesday, April 4 in Madison, WI, for the annual State of the Tribes Address at the state Capitol. The address is set to begin at 1:00 pm.
This year, Shannon Holsey, Chairwoman of the Stockbridge-Munsee Band of Mohican Indians will deliver the address before a joint session of the Wisconsin State Legislature.
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Congratulations to James Buckholtz 3rd place State Wrestler
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James Buckholtz
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James Buckholtz, a Lac du Flambeau tribal member and Red Cliff descendant, attends school in Lac Courte Orielles at the Waadookodaading Ojibwe Language School. James wrestles for the Hayward Youth Wrestling Club. James qualified for the Wisconsin Youth State Wrestling Tournament in Madison, WI on March 18th. He was one of sixteen kids in his age and weight bracket to qualify for the state tournament.
While at the state tournament James went 5-1 with three pins to take 3rd place.
Earning a 3rd place at the state tournament made him the first Hayward youth wrestler to ever place at state and the highest place winner out of all Hayward wrestlers including the High School.
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Moccasin Making Class at Guyaushk's
Here are just a few highlights from the Moccasin Session gathering held on Saturday, March 25th.
Guyaushk, James Pete, said the class provide some memorable moments and helped to hone some sewing skills.
"There was lots of fun, stories, teachings, visiting, good food, good music," said Pete.
The Moccasin Making Session was sponsored in part by Jim Pete and co-hosted by the Red Cliff Zaagichigaazowin Home Visiting Program.
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NIEA Seeking Artwork for the 48th Annual Convention and Trade Show
NIEA is seeking local, Native artists to provide the artwork to illustrate the theme for this year's Convention in Orlando, Florida-
"Building Education Nations by Amplifying Innovative Voices."
Within the scope of the theme, we will recognize the role educators and communities play in shaping the future leaders of Native education.
The selected artwork will be featured in marketing materials including website banners, member announcements, advertising, on-site signage, and other related marketing materials. The winning artist will be provided a complimentary vendor booth space at the 2017 Trade Show. With the artwork featured in the Convention's marketing materials there will be broad exposure of the winning submission
Submission Guidelines and Requirements:
All 2D and 3D artwork accepted
All submissions must be in digital format, saved in .jpg file format at 300 dpi
All submissions should include the title of the work, the year of production, and a brief description of the piece that ties in the Convention's theme.
Submission Deadline is Friday, April 7th.
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Upcoming Meetings and Events
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- Brighter Futures meeting from 4 - 5 pm at the Red Cliff Youth Center.
- Brighter Futures meeting from 4 - 7 at the old Admin Building Upstairs.
- BINGO!
Weekly Bingo at the Elderly Nutrition Feeding Site from 6 - 9 pm.
Wednesdays
- Brighter Futures meeting from 4 - 5 pm at the Red Cliff Youth Center.
- Women's Empowerment Group at the Family Services Building from 5 - 7 pm.
- Weight loss with TOPS (Real People. Real Weight Loss) 5:00 to 6:30 pm in the Red Cliff Community Health
Center. Questions contact 715-779-3707 Butch Bresette ext. 2250 or Heidi Livingston ex. 2261
Thursday
- Volley Ball Night at the Red Cliff Youth Center every Thursday from 5:30 to 8:00 pm.
Saturdays
- N.A. Meeting Open to anyone struggling with addiction. 12:00 - 2:00 pm at the Mishomis Wellness
Center. Bring a dish to share after meeting. For more information call 715-913-0202.
- Cribbage Every Saturday at 2:30 at New Hope. All Community Members Invited!
Thursday, March 30
- First Net Tribal Broadband listening session from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Legendary Waters Event Center.
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MEETING NOTICE
Tribal Board of Education at 3:00 pm followed by Johnson O'Malley (JOM) at 4:00 pm in the T
ribal Administration Conference Room on April 5th.
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Spring into Wellness - Ziigwan Festival
April 14th
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Tribal Primary Election
May 5th
Share the Care 2017 Cancer Conference
May 10th - 12th
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Red Cliff's 39th Annual Pow-wow
June 30th, July 1st and July 2nd
Tribal General Election
July 4th
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2nd Annual Red Cliff Days
September 1st, 2nd and 3rd
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Election Board applications now being accepted
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Peer Specialist Igniting Recovery
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Volley Ball Night Every Thursday
Red Cliff Youth Center
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Relationships Matter Class
April 12 - May 24, 2017
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Save the Date - Ziigwan Festival
April 14th
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Construction Essentials
April 17 - June 23, 2017
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Red Cliff Education Career Fair
Friday, April 28th
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Financial Empowerment One-Day Workshops
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Indianpreneurship
2017 Workshop Dates
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21st Annual Wisconsin American Indian Studies Summer Institue
July 31 - August 4, 2017
21st Annual Wisconsin American Indian Studies Summer Institute
Monday, July 31, 2017 12:00 PM -
Friday, August 04, 2017 2:00 PM
(Central Time)
School District of Crandon (High School)
9750 US Hwy. 8 West
Crandon, Wisconsin 54520
United States
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Native Youth Community Adaptation on Leadership Congress
July 9 - 15, 2017
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Apostle Island Historic Preservation Benefit
Friday, July 28, 2017
Mark your calendars for Friday, July 28, 2017 where we hope you can join us at the beautiful Apostle Highlands Golf Course in our annual FunRaiser for the Apostle Islands Historic Preservation Conservancy and the Bayfield Maritime Museum.
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Superior Talent
Chequamegon Bay Recruitment Event
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"Click Here to read the latest edition of the TNR Division's quarterly newsletter."
"Click Here BUILDING BLOCKS FOR SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES"
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| Marten and Fisher footage |
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| Awesome Echo Valley Wolf footage with special appearance by crows |
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Lots of Good Healthy Happenings at Red Cliff Food Distribution
Low Impact Aerobics with Peg, Theresa and Carol
On Monday, Wednesday and Friday from
8:30 am - 9:00 am in the Food Distribution Center.
Treadmill, Elliptical and Exercise Bike are available for public use. Anyone is welcome to
Come and use any time during our hours of operation, Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm at Food Distribution.
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Cooking Classes
will be held every Tuesday and Thursday
From 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Food Distribution Center.
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After School Program
For school students is offered Monday through Thursday from 3:30 - 4:00 pm.
Activities include: Homework help, tutoring, physical activities and a healthy snacks is available.
For more information on any of these healthy activities please call Red Cliff Food Distribution at 715-779-3740.
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Red Cliff Youth Center April Events
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Elder Events and Activities
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Red Cliff Education Department
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Early Childhood Center
Spring Break March 27th - March 31th
Classes resume on April 4th
After very careful consideration we will be extending center-based services
TO ALL CLASSROOMS
*INCLUDING ALL HEAD START CLASSROOMS*
All classrooms: Waabooz, Amik, Makwa, Esiban, Mashkodebizhiki,
Migizii and Ma'iingan will have school
Monday through Thursday from 7:45am-3:15pm
Extended services will start January 30th, 2017 and will go through this school year which is scheduled until July 20th, 2017.
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Mitig - tree
Ininaatig - maple tree
Negwaak waan - tap tree
Nagamo - sing
Ziigwan - spring
Aabinoojiiyens - Baby
Gisinaa - cold (weather)
Aagime - S/he snowshoes
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School District of Bayfield Daily Bulletin Highlights
ELEMENTARY, MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENT
CLICK HERE FOR THE BAYFIELD SCHOOL DISTRICT NEWS WEBPAGE
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Youth Conservation Corps Opportunity!
If you are between the ages of 15 and 18 years old, and are interested in working on a National Wildlife Refuge and a U.S. Forest Service facility, consider applying for the Youth Conservation Corp. You will primarily be working outside, doing physically demanding and challenging natural resources and maintenance tasks. For more information or to pick up an applications stop in to the HS office. Applications will be accepted until Friday, April 14th.
Applications for the 2017 Native Youth Community Adaptation and Leadership Congress (formerly known as the Intertribal Youth Climate Leaders Congress) are available in the HS office. This program will run from July 9th - 15th and is open to Native American, Alaskan Native, and Pacific Islander 10-12th grade high school students. Applications will be accepted until Friday, April 7th.
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GED/HSED Classes Offered at the Red Cliff Library
WITC 2016 Classes will be on Tuesday's from 12:00 to 3:00 pm
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LCO Community College Spring 2017 Course Offering
LCO North Spring Schedule
LCOCC TrANS Training Program
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WIEA Scholarship Opportunities
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2017 WIEA Board of Directors and Alternates |
In keeping with its continuing commitment to higher education, the Wisconsin Indian Education Association is pleased to provide scholarship assistance to American Indian students attending institutes of higher education for the 2017- 2018 academic year. This scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship, not based on financial need.
The scholarship is open to the following:
- 2017 Graduating high school seniors
- One (1) to two (2) year program students
- Four-year college students (second semester freshman, sophomore, junior or senior)
- Graduate or PhD student
These are merit-based scholarships requiring the students to write an essay and be above average academically. To date, 35 Wisconsin Indians have been awarded W.I.E.A. Scholarships.
Applications and required documents are due May 1, 2017.
Visit
www.wiea.org for more information and to learn about the upcoming Legislative Breakfast in Madison!
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Second Call for Presenter Proposals!
The Wisconsin Indian Education Association is currently seeking presenter for their 2017 conference! If you are interested in facilitating a workshop or presenting on a topic, you are encouraged to submit your proposal.
Click here to view the presenter proposal webpage.
Click here to download the presenter proposal form.
The deadline for presenter proposals has been extended to April 1, 2017.
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2017 WIEA Conference - Just Added: Tito Ybarra Comedy Show!
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Divisional Newsletters and Website Links
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Upcoming Committee Meetings
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REGULAR AND SPECIAL Tribal Council Meeting Dates
(Subject to change)
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Monday: 03-06-17
Tuesday: 03-21-17
April 2017
Monday: 04-03-17
Tuesday: 04-18-17
May 2017
Monday: 05-01-17
Tuesday: 05-23-17
June 2017
Monday: 06-05-17
Tuesday: 06-20-17
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July 2017
Monday: 07-03-17
Tuesday: 07-18-17
August 2017
Monday: 08-04-17
Tuesday: 08-22-17
September 2017
Monday: 09-04-17
Tuesday: 09-19-17
October 2017
Monday: 10-02-17
Tuesday: 10-17-17
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Primary and General Election Information
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2017 Election Timeframes
Monday, April 3, 2017
Wednesday, April 5, 2017
Tuesday, April 18, 2017
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Friday, May 5, 2017
Monday, June 19, 2017
Tuesday, June 20, 2017
Friday, June 23, 2017
Tuesday, July 4, 2017
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Regular Council Meeting, appoint Election Board
(No later than 30 days prior to election, RCCL 32.2.3)
Deadline for candidates for Tribal Chair and Treasurer
30 days prior to Primary Election, Art. IV, Sec 2)
Certification of candidates for Primary Election at regularly scheduled Special Council Meeting. (See note 1.)
Posting for Primary Election Officer Candidates. (10 days prior to Primary Election, Art. IV, Sec 2)
Primary Election. (60 days prior to General Election, Art. III, Sec 3)
Deadline for At-Large candidates to announce candidacy. (3 seats open) (15 days prior to General Election, Art. IV, Sec 2)
Certification of candidates for General Election at Special Council Meeting. (See note 1)
Posting of candidates for General Election. (10 days prior to General Election, Art. IV, Sec 2)
General Election (1st Tuesday after the 1st Monday in July, Art. IV, Sec 1)
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Note 1: There is no time requirement for certification of candidates prior to primary or general election contained within the Tribe's Constitution. As a result, this simply should be done sometime prior to the posting requirement (10 days before the election).
Note 2: The remarks in parentheses (day) are the requirements contained within the Tribe's Constitution.
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Red Cliff Tribal Holidays
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Holidays
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New Year's Day
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Jan. 1, 2017
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Jan. 2, 2017
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Martin Luther King Day
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Jan. 16, 2017
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Jan. 16, 2017
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Easter
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Apr. 16, 2017
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Apr. 17, 2017
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Indian Day
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May 13, 2017
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May 12, 2017
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Memorial Day
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May 29, 2017
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May 29, 2017
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Independence Day
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July 4, 2017
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July 4, 2017
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Labor Day
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Sept. 4, 2017
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Sept. 4, 2017
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Treaty Day
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Sept. 30, 2017
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Sept. 29, 2017
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Veterans Day
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Nov. 11, 2017
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Nov. 10, 2017
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Thanksgiving Day
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Nov. 23, 2017
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Nov. 23, 2017
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Christmas Eve
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Dec. 24, 2017
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Dec. 24, 2017
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Christmas Day
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Dec. 25, 2017
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Dec. 25, 2017
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New Year's Day
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Jan. 1, 2018
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Jan. 1, 2018
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Career and Employment Opportunities
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