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2 Week Beginner Immersion Language Course
2026-05-20 08:30 - 16:30, 2026-05-21 08:30 - 16:30, 2026-05-22 08:30 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | Citizen Potawatomi Nation Cultural Heritage Center, 1899 S Gordon Cooper Dr., Shawnee, OK, 74081, United States
This two-week course will take place in person at the CPN Cultural Heritage Center. Class will run from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily. Please RSVP to language@potawatomi.org if you plan on attending.

Bead and Tea
2026-05-20 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-27 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-03 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-10 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-17 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-24 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-01 13:00 - 16:00 | Citizen Potawatomi Nation Cultural Heritage Center, 1899 S Gordon Cooper Dr., Shawnee, OK, 74081, United States
This is a class for all levels, join us to drink tea and share your knowledge or learn from others. Tools are provided and we encourage you to bring your own projects and cup for seasonal tea tasting.
During the month of May, the tea of the month is Dandelion, and there will be instruction focused on porcupine quills from 1-2 p.m. each session:
May 6: Edging (bags and panels)
May 13: Applique Panels
May 20: Barrettes and earrings
May 27: Fur Hair Ties (real or faux)
For more info, email chcculturalactivities@potawatomi.org

Picking in a Good Way
2026-05-29 12:00 - 16:00 | Citizen Potawatomi Nation Cultural Heritage Center, 1899 S Gordon Cooper Dr., Shawnee, OK, 74081, United States
A community gathering and teaching with Minisa Crumbo and Czarina Thompson. Food and refreshments provided!

2 Week Intermediate Immersion Language Course
2026-06-01 08:30 - 16:30, 2026-06-02 08:30 - 16:30, 2026-06-03 08:30 - 16:30, 2026-06-04 08:30 - 16:30, 2026-06-05 08:30 - 16:30, 2026-06-08 08:30 - 16:30, 2026-06-09 08:30 - 16:30, 2026-06-10 08:30 - 16:30 and 2 more dates | Citizen Potawatomi Nation Cultural Heritage Center, 1899 S Gordon Cooper Dr., Shawnee, OK, 74081, United States

Open Sew with Skills Instruction
2026-06-01 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-08 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-15 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-22 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-29 09:00 - 16:00 | Citizen Potawatomi Nation Cultural Heritage Center, 1899 S Gordon Cooper Dr., Shawnee, OK, 74081, United States
This is a class for all levels, join us to share your knowledge or learn from others. Tools are provided and we encourage you to bring your own project to work on. This month, there will be a two-hour skill session at the beginning of each class as follows:
May Skills: Regalia Accessories
May 4: Shawls
May 11: Applique Pattern (Shawl/Skirt Panel)
May 18: Fringing
May 25: NO CLASS – CHC closed (Memorial Day)
For more info, email chcculturalactivities@potawatomi.org

District 3 Meet & Greet
2026-06-13 10:30 - 13:30 | San Marcos Activity Center, 501 E Hopkins St, San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
Tribal members are invited to a District 3 Meet & Greet on Saturday, June 13, in San Marcos, TX. The meeting will cover regalia and dancing.
District meetings are for Tribal members, their spouses, and immediate family. Bring your Tribal ID to sign in. For more information, or to RSVP, contact brenda.trevino@potawatomi.org or 281-466-7427.

Family Reunion Festival
2026-06-26 08:00 - 2026-06-28 14:00 | Citizen Potawatomi Nation Festival Grounds, 1702 S Gordon Cooper Dr, Shawnee, OK, 74801, United States
The annual Family Reunion Festival of Citizen Potawatomi Nation is a celebration of Native culture for the Potawatomi. Festival is for CPN members and their immediate households (spouses and those dependents living in the home of the Tribal member).
Activities include Grand Entry, cultural classes, a dance contest, and General Council. Tribal elections are decided during the Family Reunion Festival.
Learn more here: Family Reunion Festival – Potawatomi.org

Retirement Reception Honoring Linda Capps - Open to the Community
2026-06-30 16:00 - 19:00 | Grand Ballroom, 777 Grand Casino Blvd, Shawnee, OK, 74804, United States
Please join us as we honor CPN Vice-Chairman Linda Capps on the occasion of her retirement with a come-and-go reception on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, between 4 and 7 p.m. at the Grand Ballroom.
This reception is open to the community.

Youth Culture & Language Camp
2026-07-06 08:30 - 16:00 | Citizen Potawatomi Nation Cultural Heritage Center, 1899 S Gordon Cooper Dr., Shawnee, OK, 74081, United States
This youth camp is open to children ages 6-13. Camp will run from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily July 6-10, 2026, at the CPN Cultural Heritage Center. Please RSVP to language@potawatomi.org.
