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Training will take place in Shgag̱wéi, traditional land of the Lḵoot Kwáan (Chilkoot Tlingit People). Jaime Bricker is an Alaska Native, more specifically, Alutiiq/Sugpiaq. Bricker is a Skagway Traditional Council member and lifelong resident of Skagway recently certified to teach content compiled by Alaska Travel Industry Association Cultural Enrichment Committee. Certified instructors must be Alaska Native, and training must be hosted by a federally recognized tribal government or Alaska Native Corporation. We will meet at Skagway Traditional Council's Building on 11th and Broadway.

The Alaska Native Cultural Host Seminar is a comprehensive training program designed to provide participants with an increased awareness and knowledge of the Indigenous People of Alaska. Content includes First People of Alaska by Region, Land Acknowledgements, Alaska Native Values, Importance of Storytelling, Song & Dance, Subsistence Living, Traditional foods, Alaska Native Languages, Games of Agility & Mobility, Celebrations by Season, Museums, Cultural Sites, and Traveler's Etiquette. In addition, we will cover information specific to Skagway History and the Skagway Traditional Council. This event is interactive and will include group activities, icebreakers, and opportunities to share stories and ask questions in a safe place.

Participation is limited to the first 25 registrants. Participants will receive a Cultural Host Certificate upon completion of this class. Register and pay here: https://www.skagwaytraditional.org/stc-store/cultural-host-classes

STC is hosting a virtual event on Tuesday December 15th at 7 pm to discuss air quality in Skagway and results from our summer 2020 air quality study. This webinar will be hosted on the Zoom platform, and a recording from the event will be available on the STC YouTube page (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcwE82MSxAwUS3MrOFkMZsw?) if you are unable to attend.

To join the event, please use the link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84232974864?pwd=OGRtcm1ncXNteklyR0kyaThzZE1vUT09

Meeting ID: 842 3297 4864
Passcode: 99840

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Join us at STC on Saturday April 11, 2020 at 6pm for a documentary film screening of “Keep Talking.” “Keep Talking” reveals the ultimate impact of language and culture revitalization; joy & hope.

This event is free of charge! Popcorn & drinks will be available for purchase.

Watch the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8rHm4X8cpXs&feature=emb_title

Two time slots available 

1:00 to 3:30 PM or 5:30 to 8:00 PM

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Glacial Naturals & STC will be holding a beginner’s soap making DIY class. This will be a hands-on introduction to melt and pour soap making where students will get to make their own soap bar set and create a realistic geode soap bar. Annemarie will also be doing a demonstration on lye soap making.

Spaces are limited. Sign up ahead with Annemarie by phone, text or email

 (907) 612-0267

glacialnaturals@hotmail.com

Class fee : $10.00

Join us at STC on Saturday March 14, 2020 at 6pm for a screening of “Sgaawaay K’uuna” which translates to “Edge of the Knife.” This is the first feature film spoken only in dialects of the Haida language.

Watch the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DnbOw5Nuq2U

This event is free of charge! Popcorn & drinks will be available for purchase.

Join us at STC on Saturday February 8, 2020 at 6pm for a documentary film screening of “May I Be Happy”

“May I Be Happy” reveals the significance of mindfulness practice in transforming the lives of young people. Covering varying approaches to mindfulness by a range of San Francisco Bay Area programs, “May I Be Happy” reminds us of children’s natural capacity for well being, resilience and happiness.

Watch the trailer here: https://vimeo.com/210924780

This event is free of charge! Popcorn & drinks will be available for purchase.

The Dahl Memorial Clinic & Skagway Traditional Council would like to invite all adults 65 & older to come together & enjoy a free movie, popcorn & beverages. Senior Movie night will be held on the last Wednesday of every month!

The January Movie Clue Quote:

“Of all the gin joints in all the towns in all the world, she walks into mine.”

Join us for the Taiya Inlet Watershed Council Annual Meeting! There will be a screening of The Memory of Fish as well as short documentaries about South East Alaska salmon restoration. There will also be presentations from SAWC & STC! Can’t wait to see you there!

Where: Skagway Brewing Company - 250 4th Ave.

When: Thursday December 12th from 6pm-8pm

This meeting is FREE to attend!

On Friday December 6th, stop by STC for a Holiday Open House from 12pm-2pm! Join us for food, friends, raffles and more! This event is FREE! We can’t wait to see you there!

Glacial Naturals & STC will be holding a DIY Night all about fermentation! Learn to make your own fermented onion relish, carrot confetti, blueberry ketchup, and more!

Please bring a favorite knife & cutting board.
Two pint jars & one 1/2 pint jar with lids are required (bring your own or STC can provide)

Class Fee: $15
When: Wednesday November 13, 2019. There will be two classes available: 1pm-3pm & 6pm-8pm
Where: STC Tribal Center (11th & Broadway)

RSVP: SPACE IS LIMITED! Please sign up with Annemarie via phone, text or email: (907)612-0267, glacialnaturals@hotmail.com

Want to learn more about the Eulachon Study that STC participates in? Stop by the Tribal Center on 9/5/2019 at 6pm for a presentation by Meredith Pochardt & Teddy Hart summarizing the findings of Chilkoot Indian Association's Eulachon Population Monitoring Program!
*This presentation is free to attend! There will be smoked hooligan & grease samples!*

Back to school is just around the corner! Join us at STC for a DIY night dedicated to making your own healthy snacks while also reducing your packaging waste!

When: Tuesday August 27, 2019 from 6-7:30pm

Where: STC Tribal Center - 11th & Broadway

Cost: $10.00

What to bring: a tupperware, beeswax wrap or other container

What you take home: heirloom yogurt culture, reusable gummy trays, recipes, samples, and know-how.

SPACE IS LIMITED!! To reserve your spot, sign up with Reuben: 983-4068 X4 or email reuben@skagwaytraditional.org

Children are welcome!

Skagway Traditional Council will be hosting a realty & wills workshop presented by the Central Council Realty Department for tribal members to ask questions regarding their native allotment or to create a will.

Eligibility Restrictions:

• Will be applying for Native Vets Allotment

• Or will be an owner of restricted native trust land

To Make an Appointment:

• Please call the office at (907)983-4068 and speak to either Melissa or Sara to secure an appointment slot. Appointments are set first come, first serve; however we will attempt to accommodate as many members as possible.

• Please arrive 5-10 minutes before your appointment time.

What to Bring to your Appointment:

• ID’s

• Land Information - Trust information if it’s available

• All children’s information such as SSN, DOB, full legal name etc.

• DD214 for Veterans

Are you an Alaska Native Vietnam era Veteran who served between August 5, 1964 and December 31, 1971 or a descendant of one?

The John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act (Public Law 116-9) passed on March 12, 2019. This act provided for Alaska Native Vietnam era veterans who served between 8/5/1964-12/31/1971 to receive a land allotment.

STC will be hosting a Q&A session with Desiree Duncan of the Central Council Realty Department to answer any questions that Veterans my have on 7/9/2019 at 1pm in the Tribal Hall (11th & Boradway).

Please give us a call if you have any questions (907)983-4068

We can’t wait to see you there!!

Parents’ words matter most! Attend this parent workshop for conversations, resources and strategies that aim to help parents of teens have important conversations.

This workshop is provided FREE of cost

Located in the Skagway School Library on Wednesday April 24, 2019 from 6:30-8:00pm

Please RSVP to:

Katherine Huffman (katherine.huffman@ppgnhi.org, or text 907-342-9890) or Melissa (melissa@skagwaytraditional.org, 907-983-4068 ext. 1)

*FREE* Tlingit Language Workshop

Join us for a beginner class on Tlingit Language instructed by Lance Twitchell, Professor of Tlingit Language at UAS.

*SOLD OUT*

Please give us a call at 907-983-4068 if you would like to be put on the waiting list!

Join instructor Mary Turner & the Skagway Traditional Council for a fresh start with food this winter! Mary will be teaching three classes:

• January 12, 2019

• February 9, 2019

• March 9, 2019

Sign up for one or all three - learn a new dish at each class!

Send Stephanie an email at stephanie@skagwaytraditional.org to sign up!

SPACE IS LIMITED

Price: $15/person, per class

Class time: 10:00am-12:30pm

*RESCHEDULED* 2/25/2019