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By AnneCherise Jensen, Tulalip Tribes SNAP-Ed Nutritionist Kenn Johnson, member of the Colville Tribe and Tulalip Police officer for 11 ½ years, has spent the last year transforming himself into a happier and healthier version of himself. Also a member of the Tulalip Walking Club, Kenn has made a huge transformation in lifestyle change … Continue reading ““A Journey to a Healthier You,” Featuring Kenn Johnson”
By Kalvin Valdillez, Tulalip News The Karen I. Fryberg Health Clinic hosted their Annual Health Fair on July 28 in the Chinook Ballroom of the Tulalip Resort and Casino. Numerous departments from the Health Clinic and the Tulalip Tribes had interactive information booths stationed at the event including the Diabetes and Wellness programs, SNAP-Ed, Child … Continue reading “Tulalip Health Fair and Career Expo”
Article and photos by Kalvin Valdillez The National Basketry Organization (NBO) is a non-profit organization consisting of basket-makers, collectors, art gallery owners, students, schools and museums. Members from the organization recently traveled to the Northwest for a basketry conference held in Tacoma. Fiber Artist, Jan Hopkins, wanted to host a Native American art gala at … Continue reading “Schack Art Center Features Haida Art”
By Micheal Rios, Tulalip News On Friday, May 19, nineteen Native students were honored with a graduation banquet at the Kenny Moses Building for their commitment to training for a better tomorrow. The nineteen students, nine of whom are Tulalip tribal members, were the latest cohort to complete an intensive fourteen-week pre-apprenticeship construction trades program … Continue reading “Learning skills to last a lifetime”
By Micheal Rios, Tulalip News; photos by Lynne Bansemer The latest cohort of TERO Vocational Training Center (TVTC) students made some pretty cool memories with their family and friends during the spring session’s ‘Family Day’. “We set aside a day every session to bring families together, allowing for the children of students to visit the … Continue reading “Petting Zoo and Story Time Enhance Family Day”
By Micheal Rios, Tulalip News Stephanie Fryberg, Associate Professor and Tulalip tribal member, is currently teaching a class at the University of Washington under the department of American Indian Studies. Introduction to American Indian Contemporary Issues and Social Issues is a 50-student class that discusses topics like identification, child welfare, government relations, treaty rights, and … Continue reading “General Manager provides insight to Tulalip government for UW class”
Article and photo by Kalvin Valdillez The word about Wellness Wednesday is spreading throughout the Tulalip community. Hosted by SNAP-ED every Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. at the Tulalip Administration Building, the event alternates weekly between live-cooking demonstrations and quick and effective workout regimens to promote healthy lifestyle choices for the busy workaholics with full schedules. … Continue reading “In the Kitchen with Quinoa”
By Micheal Rios, Tulalip News Whether you are a busy professional, student, or a stay at home parent, a 15-minute bodyweight workout can be the perfect solution for your exercise needs. Designed to be done pretty much anywhere with no fitness equipment and in enough time to squeeze into a customary work break, super short but … Continue reading “15-minute bodyweight workout for the win”
By Michael Greene, Tulalip News On a crisp morning in March, people gathered at the Karen I. Fryberg Tulalip Health Clinic to honor the Spring Equinox of 2017, with a blessing of the Medicine Wheel Garden by Father Pat Twohy, longtime friend of the Tulalip Tribes. Song, drumming, and thoughtful stories were shared by families, friends, … Continue reading “Medicine Wheel Garden Celebrates the Spring Equinox”
By Micheal Rios, Tulalip News Early detection is key for the treatment of heart disease, diabetes, prostate cancer, and many other diseases that disproportionately affect men. However, men are less likely to seek preventative care than women. Despite growing awareness, men usually take a back seat approach to maintaining their health. We will shy … Continue reading “Promoting Men’s Health”
