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 The American Indian Center of Indiana
will be closed June 25th
In observance of the Battle of the Little Bighorn, AICI will be closed on Thursday, June 25th. The office will re-open at 9:00am on Friday, June 26th.
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The American Indian Center of Indiana
Welcomes You!
We hope you find this newsletter informative. Your input is always welcome, whether it's event information, stories or poems you've written, photos, or suggestions for something we should cover. Send them to [email protected]
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Volunteers Needed
The American Indian Center of Indiana has two full-time staff to cover 86 of the 92 counties in Indiana so we rely heavily on Volunteers.
If you can share an hour or two a month to assist us at powwows, gatherings or in the office, please contact us at:
(317) 917-8000
(800) 745-5872
[email protected]
THANK YOU!
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Buffalo Calf Road:
Warrior woman who fought in the
Battle of the Little Bighorn
(Battle of the Little Bighorn June 25-26, 1876)
By Rosemary Agonito
The remarkable story of a young Cheyenne warrior woman in her early twenties, Buffalo Calf Road, spans a period of 3 years from 1876 until her death in 1879. During this time the Cheyenne were caught in the westward expansion of pioneers, miners and the army, all determined to colonize the land on the great plains occupied by native peoples. The Cheyenne and other native tribes endured attacks, massacres and forced removals to reservations.
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This drawing, from the Spotted Wolf-Yellow Nose Ledger, shows Buffalo Calf Road Woman rescuing her brother through a hail of bullets. Buffalo Calf Road Woman wears an elk tooth dress. Her brother, Comes in Sight, wears a war bonnet. According to the book We, The Northern Cheyenne People, the horse's split ears indicates that it is a fast one. Smithsonian Institution, National Anthropological Archives, Bureau of American Ethnology, ms. 166.032.
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It is not known how she acquired her skill with a gun, but Buffalo Calf Road first rose to prominence among her people at the Battle of the Rosebud. Since General Crook and his men were seen advancing toward their village, warriors
prepared to...Read more
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Free admission to powwows
Those willing to volunteer for a few hours at our booth get FREE admission to the events we attend! There are only two paid staff in our office so we rely on volunteers to help cover events around the state. If you're interested in helping
at the gatherings below, please click on the event to find a shift that works for your schedule. Thank you in advance for helping us serve Indiana's Indian community!
June 6 - 7
9th Annual Miami All Nations Gathering
Event info here
Volunteer sign-up click here
June 13 - 14
12th Annual Gathering of Great Lakes Nations
Event info here
Volunteer sign-up click here
June 13 - 14
1st Annual Carlisle Powwow
Event info here
Volunteer sign-up here
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Indiana Native American Indian Affairs Commission
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Some of the things your Indiana Native American Indian Affairs Commission is working on:
~ Improving curriculum in the schools to more accurately portray Indian history and culture
~ Teach the teachers so they know truth from myth
~ Renaming geographical features in Indiana that contain the word 'squaw'
~ Ridding Indiana schools of the "R word" (redskin) and Native American mascots
~ Enhancing/ creating spiritual ceremony for those who are incarcerated in Indiana prisons
~ Assisting homeless veterans
~ Creating or contributing to a scholarship for Native students who are Indiana residents attending Indiana colleges and universities
~ Building a directory of Indiana Native American owned businesses
~ Working to serve the Native people in Indiana!
The next meeting is:
August 19, 2015
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Eiteljorg Museum (in the Clowes Sculpture Court)
500 W. Washington Street
Indianapolis, Ind.
Map link: http://goo.gl/maps/hJMCm
www.INAIAC.in.gov
INAIAC's programs, services and events are made possible through funds generated from the sale of Indiana's Native American license plate. More information can be found
here.
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"Indian Boyhood"
by Ohiyesa a/k/a Charles A. Eastman
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Ohiyesa / Charles Eastman
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Ohiyesa (Sioux), was an author, doctor and reformer who helped establish the Boy Scouts of America. His autobiographical, Indian Boyhood, is a 1902 recollection of life growing up among the Sioux. This book is available for free viewing online since the copyright has expired. We will publish it in its entirety in the coming issues.
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My Plays and Playmates 
I: Games and Sports
The Indian boy was a prince of the wilderness. He had but very little work to do during the period of his boyhood. His principal occupation was the practice of a few simple arts in warfare and the chase. Aside from this, he was master of his time.
Whatever was required of us boys was quickly performed: then the field was clear for our games and...Read more
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| IUPUI seeking focus group and survey participants 
Over the last several years Mounds State Park and Strawtown
Koteewi Park have become the focus of debates that reveal a variety of perspectives on the value of heritage sites among different groups of community stakeholders. To explore how different groups perceive the physical remains of the past, IUPUI faculty wants to determine what these sites mean to different people.
Information will be gathered two ways, first in a focus group and then in a survey, both of which are voluntary. The focus group is scheduled for Wednesday, June 10th from 12:30-2:00 on the IUPUI campus.If you are not available for a focus group they can also arrange a short telephone interview.
If you have any questions, would like to participate in the study, or are interested in learning more about the project, please contact Elizabeth Kryder-Reid by email ([email protected]) or phone (317-274-1406).
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On the 3rd Monday of each month we gather for an informal pot luck dinner and share in a Talking Circle. This gathering is for Native Americans to socialize and do cultural and spiritual activities. This is an inter-tribal function and everyone is welcome. Please bring a dish to share.
The next Talking Circle is scheduled for:
June 15, 2015
6:30 - 8:30pm
The Church Within
1125 Spruce Street (Fountain Square)
Indianapolis, Ind.
~ The Church Within is located behind the Kentucky Fried Chicken restaurant at the corner of Prospect and Spruce Streets. For more information call Doug Poe at (317) 917-8000.
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| Native American Medal of Honor Recipients  In the 19th and 20th centuries, a number of Indigenous men have been among the military service members to be distinguished recipients of the United States' highest military honor, the Medal of Honor. Given for military heroism "above and beyond the call of duty," these warriors exhibited extraordinary bravery in the face of the enemy and, in two cases, made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. We will honor these men in the upcoming issues of this newsletter.
Kelsay
 White Mountain Apache, Indian Scout. Place and date: Winter of 1872-73. Entry of service date: Unknown. Birth: Arizona. Date of issue: 12 April 1875. Citation: Gallant conduct during campaigns and engagements with Apaches.
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| World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
World Elder Abuse AwarenessDay (WEAAD) began in 2006 and has been recognized annually in June. It is a day that gives
communities the opportunity to raise awareness of elder abuse by
sharing information about abuse, neglect, and exploitation that
victimizes elders. On this day, we are able to promote and share
information about resources and services that assist in protecting
victims and ensuring offenders are held accountable.
Elder Abuse refers to intentional or negligent acts by a caregiver or "trusted" individual that causes (or potentially causes) harm to
an older adult. It is estimated that five million elders are victims of
abuse every year.
The types of abuse include:
1) Physical Abuse, 2) Sexual Abuse, 3) Emotional/Psychological Abuse, 4) Neglect, 5) Financial Exploitation, and 6) Self-Neglect.
Ways to Prevent Elder Abuse include:
? Learn the signs of elder abuse and neglect
? Call or visit an elderly loved one
? Provide a respite break for a caregiver
? Display purple ribbons around your community on June 15 in honor of WEAAD
? Ask your bank manager to train tellers on how to detect elder financial abuse
? Ask your doctor to ask you and all other senior patients about possible family violence in their lives
? Give a presentation about elder abuse
? Volunteer to be a friendly visitor
? Contact local paper, radio, or TV station suggesting they cover World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (June 15) or Grandparents Day
(September)
? Dedicate your bike-a-thon/ marathon/other event to elder
mistreatment awareness and prevention
? Host a public awareness event geared toward seniors
? Create posters to display in your community to raise awareness of WEAAD
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| Learn the Miami language on your iPhone
Niiki will bring the Myaamia (Miami) language to your fingertips. "Niiki" means "my home" in Myaamia, the language of Myaamia people. Works on all iOS and Android devices! For advanced users, turn off English text and test your Myaamia language knowledge!
Sound recordings by Daryl Baldwin, Director of the Myaamia Center. Photographs included in the app are by Andrew J. Strack and Karen Baldwin. For more info click
here.
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| Potawatomi adult language classes offered
The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi offers adult language classes from 6:00 - 8:00pm each Tuesday at their Community Center. For more information, contact Rhonda Purcell, Potawatomi Language Coordinator at
(269) 462-4255 or
[email protected].
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| Learn to speak Tsalagi (Cherokee)
If you are interested in learning to speak Tsalagi, there's an ongoing class the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month near Fountain Square (Indianapolis). A one-time fee of $15 includes the handout and a CD; join in anytime and catch up with practice. Here's a link to the details posted on our calendar.
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| Aboriginal language resource center
The University of Toronto Libraries website offers a large selection of language resources to include
Iroquoian, Ojibwe, Cree, Lenape and Mi'kmaq.
Among these resources you'll find talking dictionaries, the alphabet, stories and translation links. For more information visit the University of Toronto Libraries.
Submitted by Gina Boltz, Native Village
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Battle of the Little Bighorn presentation
Editor's note: This is by far the best presentation I've seen on this battle.
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| "Darkness Calls"
 From the Healthy Aboriginal Network)
This comic book is of a teenager, Kyle, who faces social problems and constant criticism from authority figures at school. He finds himself too overwhelmed one day at school and considers taking his own life, but his grandfather gives him hope with a traditional story - a story of the struggle between good and evil over the spirits of youth. For the story, click here.
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Job Connection
The American Indian Center of Indiana is a WIA 166 Federal Grant recipient. These funds can assist with continuing education, job preparation and employment. We have created an extensive list of potential employers for the Indianapolis area, and will happily add employer information for other locations around Indiana. Please send to: [email protected].
Click
HERE for the Job Connection list
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Recurring Events
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Talking Circle ~
3rd Monday/ month
(please bring a dish to share)
AICI hosts a monthly Talking Circle, an informal pot luck gathering to socialize and promote Native American culture. The next gathering is
June 15, 2015.
6:30 - 8:30 pm The Church Within* 1125 Spruce Indianapolis, Ind.
For info: Call AICI at (317) 917-8000 or (800) 745-5872
* The Church Within is located just behind the KFC on the corner of Prospect and Spruce.
Craft Night and Pot Luck ~ Days & times vary (When school is in session~Please check to confirm) Join the community in a pot luck and craft session. Children are always welcome at the FNECC! Details Native Storytelling ~ Every Saturday Indianapolis, Ind. Details Flute Circle ~ 3rd Saturday/ month Terre Haute, Ind. Bring your flute and/or drum and enjoy time with others making music. The group is free and open to the public. Details Urban NDN League Craft Circle ~ 3rd Saturday/ month Free admission only if attending the circle. Indianapolis, Ind. Details
Indiana Flute Circle ~
3rd Sunday/ month
Indianapolis, Ind. The group is free and open to the public. Details American Indian Council Meeting ~ 3rd Sunday/ Month Lebanon, Ind. Details Native Spirit Radio ~ Every Sunday Worldwide online. Free. Details
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Your Pictures and Stories
AICI creates both the print and electronic newsletters to inform and reflect the Indigenous community of Indiana. If you have event pictures you'd like to have published, please email them to the address below.
We also welcome videos, stories, poems or articles that have a connection to Indiana's Indigenous people. All written material will be edited for grammar and spelling, and shall not include profanity or slander towards another person. We reserve the right to accept and edit submissions based on space and appropriateness.
If you know of an event or topic that might be of interest to our readers, let us know and we'll do our best to cover it.
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American Indian Center of Indiana, Inc.
AICI is a 501(c)3 Not-For-Profit organization with a mission to promote unity and well being among Indiana's American Indians, Alaska Natives, and other people indigenous to the United States through personal, economic, social and cultural development.
American Indian Center of Indiana, Inc.
2236 E. 10th Street
Indianapolis, Indiana 46201
(317) 917-8000
(800) 745-5872
Fax: (317) 808-2390
Hours: 9:00am -5:00pm
Walk-ins welcome, appointments preferred
[email protected]
Staff:
Executive Director/ CEO - Doug Poe
Case Manager - Mark Bush
Contractors:
Grant Coordinator - Ross Davis, PhD
IT Professional - Andrew Nelson
Accountant - Jim Simpson, CPA
Volunteer Staff:
Newsletter Editor - Kerry Steiner
Contributing Editor - Gina Boltz,
Native Village
Social Media/ Website - Sally Tuttle
VOLUNTEERS are always welcome!
If you would like to help a little, or a lot, please call:
(317) 917-8000 or (800) 745-5872
or email [email protected]
American Indian Center of Indiana Service Area includes all Indiana counties with the exception of Elkhart, Kosciusko, LaPorte, Marshall, Starke and St. Joseph Counties. American Indians, Alaska Natives and Native Hawaiians living in those six counties should contact the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians in Dowagiac, Mich., at (800) 517-0777, or contact Traci Henslee directly at (269) 782-0887, or by email to [email protected].
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