In a typical year, the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community celebrates with a large number of fun and active events that bring everyone together to enjoy the holidays. The O’odham and Piipaash are known to be very social people, and our annual holidays are a time to be in each other’s presence, catch up, enjoy […]
The Pavilions at Talking Stick continues to welcome new businesses. One special event is also very popular: the annual Native Art Market, located near Discount Tire. The open-air market, held during the winter months of November through March, offers all types of authentic Native American jewelry and art, as well as American Indian chefs hosting […]
The Salt River Tribal Library is hosting an art exhibition, the Giving Thanks Art Showcase, for Thanksgiving this year. Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community members, employees and families get to be creative about what they are thankful for. Librarian Melissa Rave and Library Assistant Latiesha Guy shared some information regarding the event. “The Giving Thanks […]
Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community President Martin Harvier, Vice-President Ricardo Leonard and Administrative staff met with federal officials on Thursday, October 28, at the Council Chambers for a health policy meeting and tour of the new River People Health Center. President Harvier welcomed the guests, who included White House domestic policy staff and Indian Health […]
Q: What made you want to start your own business, and why did you choose this type of business? A: Party decorating has been one of our passions for many years. It began when our kids were very young and we would decorate for every birthday. So, starting our own business came naturally. Q: How […]
On Indigenous Peoples Day, Monday, October 12, O’odham Action News reported on the violence perpetrated by Arizona Department of Public Safety troopers in riot gear against O’odham land and water protectors who were holding a peaceful demonstration in prayer and a spiritual ceremony on unceded Hia-Ced land north of Lukeville, Arizona. Videos shared on Vimeo, […]
The members of the Young River People’s Council have been staying active since COVID-19 began earlier in 2020. Weekly meetings are held through Zoom sessions and everyone is welcome to attend. Recently, YRPC member Caleb Dash introduced Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community member Savannah Aguila, a new YRPC member from El Paso, Texas. “[Savannah is] […]