Sweet 16!

Happy Sweet 16 to our daughter, Miss Charli Rae “Ganöndi:ye’s” Hill! Sixteen years ago, you changed our world, and watching you grow into the amazing young woman you are today has been our greatest joy. Your dedication and determination have earned you every opportunity, and we’re so proud of everything you’ve accomplished. We love you more than words can say and can’t wait to cheer you on in this next chapter. Submitted by her loving parents, Chad Hill Sr. and Barbara Lynn Hill, proud brothers, Chad Jr., Clinton & Cypress.

Congratulations Hailie!

Hailie Jayde is a 2026 Silver Creek graduate. She is the daughter of Ashley and Michael D’Amico, proud member of the deer clan. Hailie’s been on the Indigenous Honor Society since 10th grade, a member of Knights Against Cancer Club, and also has received The Seal of Civics for Seneca Language. Hailie received an early acceptance into Syracuse University to minor in Psychology, and major in Forensic Science. We wish you the best of luck, and we are proud of you! Ja:göh!Mom, Dad, Dylan, and Gianni[Submitted by Ashley D’Amico]

Special Event: 43rd Annual Iroquois Arts Festival

Howes Cave, NY:  Saturday and Sunday, Sept 5th and 6th, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Celebrate Haudenosaunee creativity at this vibrant event featuring an all-Iroquois Art Market showcasing both traditional and contemporary arts and fine crafts. Highlights include: Sky Dancers from Six Nations Reserve (Ontario) performing traditional Iroquois social dances, with opportunities for the public to join in. Special Guest: Singer/Songwriter Darryl Tonemah will perform his “Native Americana” music. Onondaga storyteller Perry Ground, captivating audiences with dramatic tales of daring feats and adventures A family activity area with hands-on crafts. Wildlife rehabilitator Kelly Martin, discussing regional conservation and presenting native animals, including birds of prey. The Museum’s archaeology department, offering

Allegany River Dancers to Perform at the Iroquois Museum in Howes Cave

Social Dancers:  Allegany River Indian Dancers - Saturday, August 22, dances at 11am/2pm Howes Cave, NY:  Founded in 1979, the Allegany River Indian Dancers have become one of the best-known Native dance groups in the United States and Canada today. The group has traveled throughout North America, sharing traditional Iroquois social dances. The group is also well known for its repertoire of Intertribal "Pow wow" style dances. Their performances often feature Bill Crouse's hoop dance. This style of dance involves 30 hoops used to make various formations or designs representing things from nature. Through group performances (which often include audience participation)

Designer Announcement

Reposted from Seeing Red Media | July 28, 2026 Introducing Karlene Familo to the 2026 Runway of Rezilience designer lineup. Emerging Seneca fashion designer from the Allegany Territory. She made her runway debut at the Seneca Niagara Indigenous Fashion Show in November 2024. She has since showcased her collections at fashion events in New York City and Canada, with one of her designs now featured in an exhibition at the Burchfield Penney Art Center in Buffalo. The “Evolution” Collection embodies her self-expression and the artistic growth of her design career. This collection seamlessly combines contemporary Iroquois beadwork designs while showcasing elements such as

Aiyana Jacy Martin Raising Awareness on MMIWG2S

While Reclaiming Indigenous Visibility Through Fashion Reposted from Aiyana Jacy’s Facebook | July 30, 2026 Check out this year’s promo video for the Walk in Her Shoes Fashion Show By using fashion we aim to bring more awareness and visibility to the Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women Epidemic and start conversations that will one day bring about much needed change. Walk in Her Shoes 2026 – Aiyana Jacy on Youtube: https://youtu.be/wIMq9kfSvLc?si=dbC4Ysjm7JQtDpZ Special thanks to everyone who made this video possible. I am thankful to have a team who supports this cause and who helps bring my vision to life. Collectively we work at being the

Salamanca City Central School District Back to School Picnics

For Prospect, Seneca Intermediate & High School The SCCSD Welcome Back to School Picnics will be held on the following dates: Prospect: Tuesday, August 25th at 5pm Seneca Intermediate: Wednesday, August 26th from 5-6:30pm High School: Wednesday, August 26th from 5-6:30pm

Who will share the next generation of Native American stories?

[Submitted by Chris Kelly] Vision Maker Media (VMM), the premier source of media by and about Native Americans since 1976, is funding story development and media production training for Native young people to ensure that their stories are prominent on all media platforms in the future. Funding support of up to $25,000 is now available for independent producers or Native youth organizations who are interested in training Native youth in short-format media story development and production. “Native heritage and Native perspectives must be prominent on all of today’s media platforms. For that reason, the Native Youth Media Project is one of the most

Turtle Island Tunes | Full Moon Radio

Information Gathered from Home | Turtle Island Tunes/Full Moon Radio Turtle Island Tunes/Full Moon Radio is a radio production company founded by Brett Maybee (Onönöndowa’ga’ ayë’ näh),.Specializing in creating captivating music and programming across various genres, with a focus on delivering tracks that deeply resonate with our audience. Utilizing cutting edge technology and experimental techniques, we can help bring your project to life. MAINSTREAM WITH BRETT MAYBEEAIRING ON OVER 100 AM/FM SIGNALS ACROSS NORTH AMERICA! You’ve likely never even considered it but let’s face it, without Indigenous representation there’s never been a true mainstream. This exciting offering through Native Voice One is

Seneca Youth Selected for Two Prestigious Environmental Leadership Programs

[Submitted by Rodney C. Haring, PhD, MSW] Cordelia Haring, a citizen of the Seneca Nation (Onödowá’ga:’) and a member of the Wolf Clan, has been accepted into two distinguished environmental education programs that are preparing the next generation of Indigenous leaders in conservation, fish and wildlife management, and environmental stewardship. This summer, Cordelia was selected for the National Summer Youth Practicum hosted by the Native American Fish and Wildlife Society (NAFWS) in Estes Park, Colorado. This nationally recognized program brings together Native American and Alaska Native high school students from across the United States for an immersive week of experiential learning focused

57th Annual NIEA Convention & Trade Show

Strength in Community: Building the Future Together Join us in Buffalo, New York, at the Buffalo Convention Center for the 57th Annual NIEA Convention & Trade Show, taking place October 7–10, 2026. Each year, this gathering brings together Native educators, students, Tribal leaders, and advocates from across the country to connect, learn, and move Native education forward together. The 2026 theme, “Strength in Community: Building the Future Together,” reflects the collective responsibility we carry to support one another, uplift our students, and shape education systems that honor sovereignty, language, and identity. Educator Day (October 7)A dedicated day for educators working in Native-serving schools and

Documentary Screening at NACS

Reposted from NACS Our IHAWP program presents “Native American Cultural Competency: Examining Historical Trauma, Residual Consequences, and Opportunities to Move Beyond Continuing Dynamics” in person on Friday, August 21, 2026, in Syracuse. Register in advance for this full-day session, with the screening of the documentary The Doctrine of Discovery and lunch included.

Homes For Sale

Allegany Territory - 10 Homes for Sale in the City of Salamanca. Rentals: 7 – One Family Homes 3 – Doubles Contact Ross @ (716) 378-4342 for more information. Looking to Sell all of them at once.

Pleasant Valley Baptist Church

12557 Route 438, Irving, NY Come and hear our guest speakers! Both men are Seneca and will share from the Word of God that will leave you refreshed and encouraged! Mike Gates on Sunday, August 16th Mark Jonathan on Sunday, August 23rd Service times are 10:00 for adult & teen Sunday School and 11:00 for morning worship! For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. John 3:16

WISPC 2026

World Indigenous Suicide Prevention General Registration Fees Registrations are now open for the World Indigenous Suicide Prevention Conference 2026, hosted by Te Rau Ora at Tuurangawaewae Marae, Ngaaruawaahia, 4–6 November. In 2016, 450 of us stood together in Rotorua and endorsed the Tūramarama Declaration. A commitment that all our peoples can live well, into old age. A decade on, that kaupapa has travelled the world. In November, we gather again under the theme drawing on the enduring strength and life-giving nature of our awa. Toku awa koiora me ona pikonga he kura tangihia o te mataamuri My river of life, each curve more beautiful than