American Indian Family Center

Indigenous Youth Empowerment Series Presents A Night with Mishaila Bowman
2021-02-18 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | MN
Bring the whole family to this event to hear teachings about Wakáŋ Tipi and find out about a special in-person activity and a chance to win a big prize! Presented by our Waaban Ogimaawag (Tomorrow’s Leaders) Youth Team. Register at the website link below.

[Virtual Event] AIFC: Khunsi Onikan - Well-Anon (Native American Al-Anon) Meeting
2021-02-16 19:00 - 20:00, 2021-02-09 19:00 - 20:00, 2021-02-02 19:00 - 20:00, 2021-01-26 19:00 - 20:00, 2021-01-19 19:00 - 20:00, 2021-01-12 19:00 - 20:00, 2021-01-05 19:00 - 20:00, 2020-12-29 19:00 - 20:00 and 4 more dates
Open to anyone wanting to learn to have healthy boundaries and healthy relationships with the other addicts/alcoholics in their lives.
Join us every Tuesday at 7 PM CST for help and hope.
Suppose you have a loved one dealing with addiction. In that case, our Khunsi Onikan Program sponsors these weekly Native American culturally-based, one-hour meetings to help you establish healthy boundaries and relationships.
Join the meeting here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89255163167?pwd=[REDACTED]

[Virtual Event] AIFC: Khunsi Onikan - Wellbriety/Medicine Wheel 12 Steps Meeting
2021-02-11 19:00 - 20:00, 2021-02-04 19:00 - 20:00, 2021-01-28 19:00 - 20:00, 2021-01-21 19:00 - 20:00, 2021-01-14 19:00 - 20:00, 2021-01-07 19:00 - 20:00, 2020-12-31 19:00 - 20:00, 2020-12-24 19:00 - 20:00 and 3 more dates
Open to anyone wanting to work on recovery from any addiction.
Every Thursday at 7 pm CST, AIFC’s Khunsi Onikan program will sponsor a culturally based recovery support Wellbriety/Medicine Wheel 12-step meeting for the community; anyone wanting to work on recovery from any addictions is welcome to attend.
No need to register in advance.
Click here to join the meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89255163167?pwd=[REDACTED]

Right Track Youth Summer Employment Information Session hosted by SPPS Indian Education
2021-02-11 13:00 - 14:00 | MN
SPPS American Indian high school students are invited to attend a virtual session to learn about Right Track. If you are considering summer employment and would like support in the process, Right Track can help. Interested students will need to pre-register at https://forms.gle/zyfY3TaBSiCkoQiPA. Students will receive a meeting link upon registration.
Participants in the session will learn about Right Track employment opportunities, receive an application, and meet supports to assist with the process. We will also be drawing for a $25 Visa Gift Card.
For more information on Right Track, please visit https://www.stpaul.gov/departments/parks-recreation/right-track.

Housing Support Talking Circle
2021-02-04 19:00 - 20:30 | MN
We would like to invite you to participate in our Housing Support Talking Circle led by Housing Services Manager Alexis Dauenhauer. If you are an American Indian who has experienced homelessness, we want you to be able to share your opinions about services you received or challenges you faced. What would have helped you and what would you change about the programs or services you encountered?
We will also share more info about the Housing Services offered at AIFC. Please be prepared to share with the group and participate during this virtual event.
Please register at the website link below. First 10 registrants will receive a gift card after attending the event.

Mugs & Moccs Youth Talking Circle
2021-01-17 13:00 - 14:00 | MN
Bring your favorite moccasins (baby, powwow, whatever you want) to share and grab your favorite cozy mug to drink a hot chocolate or coffee. We want to hear from you about what types of activities and topics you’re interested in this year. All attendees will get a Waaban Ogimaawag t-shirt! Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIldu6trD0vHdTtcXBsSmDP6R2kyITHa5RI

SPPS Indian Education Virtual Families of Tradition
2021-01-14 18:00 - 19:30 | MN
Reclaiming our traditions through cultural activities. Meet with other families, and connect with your community.
St. Paul Public Schools Indian Education Program will be holding Virtual Families of Tradition events on the second Thursday each month. Families will virtually gather using Zoom to meet each other and some of our Indian Education Program staff. Zoom information will be available on the Facebook event.
We will be raffling 4 gift sets during our January Virtual Families of Tradition. You must participate in the event to be eligible for the raffle.
We are looking forward to meeting will everyone virtually. If you have any questions, please contact Kerri Rosebear-Channer at kerri.rosebear-channer@spps.org or (612) 751-0571.

Traditional Teachings with Hope Flanagan
2020-12-04 16:00 - 17:00 | MN
You’re invited to join our Waaban Ogimaawag youth program for a virtual event featuring teachings on traditional medicines with Community Elder Hope Flanagan (Seneca). This event is limited to 15 registrants and the first 5 registrants will get materials to make tea so sign up now! We are also asking attendees to participate with their cameras on (if possible) so this can be a more interactive experience. Register here: https://bit.ly/2J3G27M

Yazzie the Chef Cooking Demo for Men's Group
2020-11-30 18:00 - 20:00
On Monday, Nov. 30, the AIFC Men’s Group will have a cooking demo from special guest Brian Yazzie “Yazzie the Chef”. Join American Indian Family Center’s Father & Men’s Outreach Specialist Rich Antell every Monday for a virtual men’s group. This group will be meeting on Zoom for now and planning future men’s group activities. Don’t miss this chance to gather with other American Indian men to explore your identity, participate in your culture and support each other. Register at the website link below.
