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TRIBAL PROGRAM NEWS Elders Continue Fun Activities Elder of the Month The elder of the month is selected at random. I have had such a wonderful experience becoming acquainted with our tribal elders that I think everyone should know a little something about each of them, recognize them, and get to know them. Portland State University is offering the following fall 2000 courses for the Tribal Administration Program (TAP). Classes begin Sept. 25. September Eider of the Month Name: Sister Francella Griggs of Portland, Ore., was born on Feb. 5,1920. Tribal band: Tootootney Family: Father - Lloyd Griggs; Mother - Amanda West (tribal); Siblings - Mildred (Griggs) Bueno Interest/hobbies: Loves to help children (tutoring, etc.), enjoys reading, walking, and crocheting. Advice to younger generation: “Learn who you are and be yourself.” Sister Francella Griggs PA 582 Instructor Tuesdays Public Budgeting Dan O’ Toole 4-6:30 p.m. PA 511 Instructor Friday, 9/29 Public Administration Theresa Rapida 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at PSU (the only class at the PSU campus) and 4-6:30 p.m. (Oct. 12,19,26; Nov. 2, 9, and 30) Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians Beverly Youngman 1 -800-922-1399, ext. 290, or 541 -444-8290 bevy@ctsi.nsn.us Happy Birthday Sept. 9 @ 2 p.m. - Elders Council meeting at Chinook Winds (transportation provided from each area office) Sept. 15-16-2 nights at Gold Beach, Ore., for the Run to the Rogue celebration Communication Mgt. Tom Hampson 4-6:30 p.m. Classes originate from the PSU campus and are broadcast to distant sites for community access. Tribal members may contact their tribal Education Department for details and classroom locations. We had a great time visiting and feasting. Maria Westervelt was the grand prizewinner, winning the one-time draw for a beautiful Pendleton blanket. Upcoming Events PA 510 Instructor Mondays Thursdays Grand Ronde Elders Honor Day Wayne Case, 9/30 Vincent Delgado, 9/3 Earl Edmonds, 9/4 Alice Eggersgluss, 9/26 Oscar Hatfield, 9/17 Robert John, 9/29 Thomas LaChance, 9/13 Gladys Muschamp, 9/3 Lorna Scott, 9/25 Lavera Simmons, 9/9 Juanita Smith, 9/27 Louise Street, 9/20 Peter Wertin, 9/28 Maria Westervelt, 9/12 Tribal Administration Program Courses Offered at PSU Maria Westervelt Notices Monthly Shopping - Once a month from each tribal office, we will provide transportation to a shopping center that offers grocery shopping, a variety store, and hair salon. Please call the area office nearest you to participate. Transportation - If you need transportation to appointments such as energy assistance, housing, Social Security, or others of this nature, call your local area office for details. Concert Tickets - These are available at Chinook Winds for tribal elders. Call 1 -888-244-6665 and ask for the “box office.” Tell the box office you are a tribal elder and Students interested in these classes must be admitted to PSU at the post baccalaureate level and have permission to enroll from the TAP director, Theresa Julnes Rapida, Ph.D., toll-free 1-800-547-8887, ext. 5155, or 503-725-5155, rapidat@pdx.edu. would like “comp tickets.” They will ask for your name, phone number, concert you wish to attend, and the time. You can get up to two tickets if they are available. When you pick up your tickets, you will need to sign for them. Remember, the sooner you call, the better chance you have of getting the tickets you want. If you have any questions or need additional information, please call Marci at 541 -444-8261 or 1 -800-922-1399, ext. 261. 9
