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A message from President J.C. Seneca

Heyhey Nya:wëh Sgë:nö’, I hope everyone had a great time at our recent Fall Festival in Cattaraugus. It is always great to see so many friends and families gathering together to celebrate our culture and the spirit of community that keeps our Nation strong. As we close out September, we have a few important observances […]

Sports

Newtown Golden Eagles Senior B Lacrosse took on President’s Cup

The 2026 President’s Cup took place in Edmonton, Alberta at the Silent Ice Centre. The tournament began on Sunday August 30, 2026, and went through Saturday September 5, 2026. The tournament started with 8 teams split into two pools. Pool A consisted of Edmonton Miners, Ladner Pioneers, Newtown Golden Eagles, Winnipeg Blizzard. Pool B was […]

Sports

Haudenosaunee International Lacrosse U16 & U18 Compete in Brantford, Ontario

Submitted by Woodsmen Youth Lacrosse Pictured above: 2026 IIJL World U16 Lacrosse Champs! On August 27th – 29th, The Haudenosaunee International Lacrosse U16 and U18 teams travelled to Brantford, Ontario. There the teams competed in the International Indoor Junior Lacrosse World Championships. Both teams qualified for and then competed in the gold medal games. The […]

Luanne Redeye Exhibition on Display at Burchfield Penney Art Center

Reposted from Burchfield Penney Art Center | September 1, 2026 Luanne Redeye, Under The Same Sky. Langley H. Kenzie Award Winner Exhibition will be on display from September 11, 2026 — June 27, 2027 Luanne Redeye is a portrait and figurative artist whose work explores representation, visual storytelling, and personal archive through painting and craft-based practices. Drawing from the land, kinship, and familial histories of her home community, her work reflects themes of memory, identity, and cultural continuity. Luanne Redeye, a citizen of the Seneca Nation and member of the Hawk Clan, Redeye grew up on the Allegany territory in Western New York.

Walk In Her Shoes Runway Show

This event is put on by Aiyana Jacy Martin with the goal of raising awareness on MMIWG2S (Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two Spirits) Reclaiming Indigenous visibility through fashion Location: Buffalo State University – 1300 Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14222 Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Did you know since 2019 there have been over 5,712 MMIW cases reported and only 116 have been logged in the Department of Justice database? Wanna learn more? Come to Buffalo State University on October 3rd. Tickets are sold on Eventbrite for $25 and the link is in the bio. Tickets Available at

Langworthy Honors Dozens of Local Heroes For Service In Their Communities

By Kellen Quigley, Salamanca Press Seneca artist Carson Waterman (left) is congratulated by Congressman Nick Langworthy for his recognition during the America 250 Community Heroes Award Ceremony Friday at Olean High School. From civic duties to supporting friends and neighbors in need, and from service in law enforcement and the military to being role models for the youth, dozens of residents from Cattaraugus and Allegany counties were honored Friday for heroism in their communities. Hosted by Congressman Nicholas Langworthy in the Olean High School Auditorium, the America 250 Community Heroes Award Ceremony saw friends, family and colleagues of 52 gather to celebrate those

Myles Locke of Team Wheel Strong is our 2026 Top Youth Fundraiser

Reposted from Ride for Roswell | September 8, 2026 Myles Locke of Team Wheel Strong is our 2026 Top Youth Fundraiser, raising an incredible $4,470 for Roswell Park! After first earning the Top Youth Fundraiser honor in 2024, Myles returned this year to claim the title once again — just days after celebrating his 15th birthday! Myles, your dedication to Ride and commitment to helping end cancer continue to inspire us. Thank you for showing us just how big of a difference one young rider can make. Congratulations, Myles!

Haring Lacrosse Art Website Is Live!

Rodney Haring recently shared “I’m excited to open a new space for my—our—evolving contemporary art practice. From the box, to the field, and now the canvas, lacrosse has always been part of my life. Through carving, steaming, bending, design, dream-storming, and abstraction, the work explores the sculptural possibilities of wood alongside rawhide and an evolving array of materials and mediums. The work moves between Indigeneity and contemporary expression—a space where story, wood, movement, thought, scholarship, fashion, and design intersect. Where familiar forms can be reshaped and imagined differently. I hope this new virtual space creates connections among community, collectors, curators, galleries, and museums—and

Indigenous New York Fashion Week

Karlene Familo showcases at Indigenous New York Fashion Week’s Runway 5, LUXURY, at the American Indian Community House in Manhattan’s Garment District. See Karlene’s fashions at 4th Indigenous Fashion Show Saturday, November 21 • 7 PM - Seneca Niagara Event Center

Salamanca Seneca Falling Leaves Festival

Allegany Territory The wait is over: the 2026 Salamanca Seneca Falling Leaves Festival schedule is finally here, and carnival rides are back thanks to the generous sponsorship of the Seneca Nation Council! Join us October 2–4 at Jefferson Park. Check out the schedule and start planning your weekend!

Rematriation Highlights Summer Intern, Lylla Schindler

Reposted from Rematriation | September 1st This summer, we were grateful to welcome Lylla Schindler, a Seneca Nation Wolf Clan member from the Cattaraugus Reservation, to the Rematriation team as an intern. As a senior at Syracuse University studying Public Policy, Law, and Native American Studies, Lylla brought her passion for Indigenous community, leadership, and advocacy into her work with us. As her time with Rematriation came to a close, we asked Lylla what this experience has meant to her and what she will carry forward. We are grateful for the time, care, and perspective Lylla brought to our work this summer. Thank you,

Buffalo International Film Festival to Honor Gary Farmer With 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award

A special night in Buffalo, NY. Visit, hang, and support! Saturday, October 10 at 6 PM at North Park Theatre as BIFF (Buffalo International Film Festival) honors our legendary friend and colleague Gary Farmer with its 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award, followed by the film Dead Man- featuring Gary and Johnny Depp. A well-deserved celebration of an incredible Indigenous artist, actor, and storyteller. Hope to see you there!

Hodinöšyö:nih Continuity Festival

Join us at the RMSC for the Hodinöšyö:nih Continuity Festival! Celebrate Indigenous creativity and cultures with demonstrations from incredible Hodinöšyö:nih artists. Rochester Museum & Science Center: 657 East Avenue Rochester, NY 14607October 10 & 1111am–3pm Admission to this event is included with your general admission purchase! Programs and Activites: Grandmother Pots: Get a hands-on opportunity to touch 3D-printed Grandmother pots, just like the ones in Hodinöšyö:nih Continuity | Innovation | Resilience, and then color your own pottery! Beading Perler: Check out some of the incredible beaded work from our Teaching Collection, then design your own beading pattern and add it to our community beading project!Presenter

4th Indigenous Peoples’ Day Festival on Onondaga Nation Land

Follow HERE for more information. FREE, OPEN TO ALL, and INDOORS SATURDAY, October 10th, 10 AM-5 PM-Indigenous Peoples' Day Festival on Onondaga Land at Tsha' Thon'nhes (Where They Play Ball) We are excited to be together with you for our 4th Indigenous Peoples' Day Festival on sovereign Onondaga Nation land, Saturday, October 10th, 10 am - 5 pm, at Tsha' Thon'nhes (The Onondaga Nation Lacrosse Fieldhouse at 3370 State Route 11A, Nedrow). Our celebration is free, open to the public, and fun for everyone. Bring your family for children's activities and use our relaxation/nursery room for a quiet space all day long. Make sure

NIEA Convention & Trade Show

Every year, the NIEA Convention brings together educators, Tribal leaders, students, researchers, partners, and advocates from across Indian Country with one shared purpose: strengthening Native education. It’s a place to learn from one another, build lasting relationships, celebrate Native cultures, and discover new ideas that can make a difference in your classrooms, schools, and communities. Whether you’re attending for the first time or returning to reconnect with colleagues and friends, you’ll find a community that welcomes you. Join us October 7-10, 2026, in Buffalo, New York, for the 2026 NIEA Convention. Strength in Community: Building the Future Together Learn more and register at

Third Annual Medicine Gathering Symposium

Reposted from Onkwe | August 21 at 1:00 PM We set our dates for our 3rd annual Medicine Gathering Symposium October 10 & 11 at Tsionkwanatiio. This year it will be at our community garden! The symposium is held to bring together anyone who wants to learn about healing, wellness and herbal medicines and remedies. Please keep an eye out for the event page and click that “going” option if you decide to attend! This is a public event, that means everyone is welcome. For now, there is no need to register as we only wanted to post the dates so that

Photos from Nya:wëh Village at Erie County Fair & Expo 2026!

Reposted from Nya:wëh Village Facebook | August 13 at 2:07 PM Photos from the Nya:wëh Village. List of artists and crafters at work! Perry Ground, Emcee, Onondaga. Gaëni:yo’s Singers & Dancers performed on the Turtle Mound throughout the 12 days at Erie County Fair & Expo! Maurice John, Sr., jewelry/beads, Seneca Allyson Brown, beadworker/moccasins, Seneca Kimberly Cook, beadworker, Seneca Cami Jones, Potter, Seneca Suzanne Sanford, beadworker, Seneca Debbie Cooper, beadworker, Seneca Kristina Tomë, custom painter/jewelry, Seneca Kaitlynn Miller, beader/candlemaker, Seneca Cheryl Tomë, beadworker, Seneca Valerie Abrams, corn husk flowers/dolls/arrangements, Seneca Juanita Stevens, beadworker. Seneca

SWAIA Sante Fe Indian Market 2026

Shout out to the Seneca Artists who were featured at this year’s 104th SWAIA Santa Fe Indian Market. Mary Jacobs – Beadwork / Quillwork | Diverse Arts Samantha Jacobs – Beadwork / Quillwork | Diverse Arts | Textiles. Received 1st Place in VIIB: Category 3202 – Boundary Kitty Hopkins – Beadwork / Quillwork | Diverse Arts Clifford C. Redeye III – Diverse Arts. Received 1st Place for VIIA 2909 Category – Non-beaded attire (not woven) for his Rez Ones. Cliff said “It was an honor to be part of the 104th Santa Fe Indian Market and to be recognized for my work was unexpected and