Seneca IV students worked on beading ornaments to spread holiday cheer to the elderly at the Cattaraugus Territory Office of the Aging on the Seneca Nation. Ms. Tahamont showed the students her own examples, and they chose their designs, including trees, ornaments, gingerbread men, and turtles. The class headed out to sing “Jingle Bells” in Seneca and present their hand-beaded ornaments to the Elders on December 18!

“Nya:wëh to the Silver Creek Seneca Language High School Class for coming to the Wini Kettle Sr. Center on Monday, December 18, 2023 and hanging out for some Bingo, LCR, shuffleboard, pool, some laughing, singing and dancing, and a delicious lunch too! The Elders loved the visit and appreciate the hand made gifts. Come back soon!” ~ Cattaraugus AOA

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Submitted by Stephanie John & Dorsie Bluesky

Stop down to the Allegany Elder/Senior Center and enjoy daily activities throughout the month of January. For more information call Stephanie or Dorsie at (716) 945-8990.

Schedule of events listed below:

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Sign-up sheets for shows will be available 1 MONTH prior to the event. Numbers are turned into the Casino 1 week prior, if you have a change in plans please cancel before then. Please arrive 2 hours prior to the show for the buffet at the casinos.

• Buffalo Bills game (Lottery): Sunday, December 31st at 1 pm, Highmark Stadium
• Kool & the Gang: Saturday, January 27th at 8pm, Seneca Niagara Event Center
• Brantley Gilbert: Saturday, February 10th at 7pm, Seneca Allegany Event Center
• Legacy Fighting Alliance: Friday, February 23rd at 7pm, Seneca Niagara Event Center
• +LIVE+: Saturday, March 2nd at 7pm, Seneca Allegany Event Center
• STYX: Saturday, March 23rd at 8pm, Seneca Niagara Event Center

Allegany AOA Office: (716) 945-8414

Cattaraugus AOA Office: (716) 532-5777

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Park was honored to welcome Carson Waterman and Leeora White, members of the Seneca Nation, to our recent Upper School community gathering as part of the school’s celebration of Native American Heritage Month. Students were treated to a telling of the Haudenosaunee Creation Story, saw a live drawing of a ceremonial headdress, and heard our visitors reflect on the importance of art in our lives. We are deeply grateful to both for their time and sharing their stories!

The Park School of Buffalo is WNY’s only co-ed, PreK – Grade 12 and Montessori school. Park students are academically and socially prepared problem solvers equipped with confidence, critical thinking skills, and a desire to make the world a better place.

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The Indigenous Spirit Dancers were on hand to share some Haudenosaunee songs & dances at the Buffalo Sabres Native American Heritage Night game on December 5th. Nya:wëh to the singers & dancers & for the invite back. Great time was had by all.

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On November 30th, the students at Olean Intermediate Middle School closed out Native American Heritage Month with a performance by the Old Bridge Singers and Dancers. The members are of the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, most coming from Salamanca. They taught students about their social dances, regalia, and heritage. Staff members joined in on several social dances with the members and had a lot of fun!

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Thank you to the Indigenous Spirit Dancers led by Marty Jimerson, Jr. from the Seneca Nation of Indians of Cattaraugus Territory for visiting our schools today! It was a privilege to celebrate Native American Heritage Month by learning about Native American culture through song and dance.

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On Saturday, December 9, 2023, Jillian Rea (Seneca, Allegany Territory) was recognized during the December Regular Session of Council by President Armstrong for her contribution as a team member on the winning of the Women’s Small College Rugby National Championship with w/St. Bonaventure University Bonnies! President Armstrong highlighted her accomplishments, presented her with a Certificate of Achievement and monetary gift. Jillian was accompanied by her family to accept this award. She is the daughter of Angela Jimerson Rea. Ja:göh, Jillian!

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Thank you for being there! Nya:wëh.

~From the Abrams Family
Submitted by Thom Abrams

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