Dee-Ne Gifts celebrates 2 nd anniversary of promoting Native, local artists
Dee-Ne Gifts, owned by Tribal mem-
ber Tina Retasket, is celebrating its sec-
ond anniversary of operations in August.
The gift shop opened on pow-wow
weekend in 2011 and is located at 146 S.
Gaither St. in Siletz, Ore.
It offers a variety of gift items for
sale. In addition to American Indian and
community-made gift items, Dee-Ne
Gifts offers custom-made regalia for chil-
dren and adults, craft supplies for the do-
it-yourselfers and specialty gift baskets.
Dee-Ne Gifts offers many items for
sale under consignment.
“We have grown from just a few art-
ists to over 50 artists in our gift shop,”
said Retasket. “We have items ranging
from beadwork, beaded necklaces and
much more.”
Retasket noted that they have received
a few orders from Chinook Winds Casino
Resort for numerous table runners.
“Initially, their order was for 75 table
runners. Each table runner is nine feet
long, much longer than the usual length.
Additionally, we have created table run-
ners with our basket design and they have
become very popular,” said Retasket.
“Last year, they ordered an additional
10 units and this year they have ordered
an additional 20 units. We are working
with other departments on some custom
items and have developed some proto-
type. Those orders are winding through
their regular purchasing system, but we
hope to be able to provide other items to
the casino.”
This year, Dee-Ne Gifts added an
espresso machine and hopes to provide
box lunches and light pastries as well as
espresso and Italian sodas beginning in
August. This should be a welcome addi-
tion to the gift shop and staff and residents
of Siletz and their many visitors.
It’s become quite a family affair to
keep things running. It’s not unusual to
see other family members – even grand-
kids – helping out with special projects.
Gift items from Dee-Ne Gifts have
been sent to Germany and Uganda, and
they have welcomed visitors from differ-
ent parts of the world, including Taiwan.
“We’ve gone international!” said
Retasket.
To celebrate, Dee-Ne Gifts has put
together a gift basket and each person
who makes a purchase during August will
receive a drawing ticket, one ticket per
Butler Family Reunion
Aug.30,2013•5-9p.m.•SiletzTribalCommunityCenter
Potluck
Bring your hand drums and stickgame sticks. We will play a few games for fun.
This is an alcohol-, drug- and fighting-free event.
Butler T-shirts are $10. You must pay by Aug. 13.
Contact Tiffany Stuart at 541-961-3408 for questions or to order a T-shirt.
USDA distribution dates for August
Siletz
Salem
Thursday
Friday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Aug. 1
Aug. 2
Aug. 5
Aug. 6
Aug. 7
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Monday
Aug. 19 1:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday
Aug. 20 9 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday Aug. 21 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Lisa Paul
FDP Warehouseman/Clerk
541-444-8279
easy Apple Crisp with Oatmeal Streusel
*Adjust the sugar in this recipe to the
sweetness of the apples, using 2 table-
spoons for exceptionally sweet ones
and 3 if the apples are on the tart side.
2½ pounds medium Granny Smith and
Golden Delicious apples (peeled,
cored and sliced ¼” thick)
2-3 tablespoons granulated sugar
¾ teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup packed light brown sugar
½ cup uncooked rolled oats
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter
(½ stick), cut into small pieces plus
more for coating the dish
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Dee-Ne Gifts owner Tina Retasket stands among the jewelry for sale at the store.
In addition to stocking items made by Native and local artists, Dee-Ne Gifts has
started serving espresso drinks and Italian sodas.
person per day. A name will be drawn at
the end of August and the basket will be
given to the lucky winner.
“We are grateful that we have been
able to stay in business over these tough
economic times. We are happy to help
support so many families through the
consignment process,” said Retasket. “We
appreciate each and every purchase, no
matter how large or small. Give us a call
at 541-444-2144 if we can assist you with
any of your gift-giving needs.”
election News - Unregistered tribal members
to receive signature cards
The Election Board will mail out signature cards to eligible – not registered
– Tribal members in early August.
Every Tribal member eligible to vote and those youth who will be age 18
on or before Feb. 1, 2014, will receive a card requesting that they register to
vote in Tribal elections. We currently have more than 1,100 eligible members
who are not registered to vote.
If your signature has changed or if you had a name change recently, please
contact the Election Board to update your signature card. It is important to
update your card as this may cause a rejection of your ballot or you may become
unregistered as a voter.
If you have any questions regarding the signature card process, contact the
Election Board at 800 922-1399, ext. 1256, or 541-444-8256; or elections@
ctsi.nsn.us.
Siletz Tribal Behavioral Health Programs
Hope you all get to try this recipe we made for our nutrition education demo.
Joyce Retherford
FDP Director
541-444-8393
Photo by Tiffany Stuart
Heat the oven to 350° and arrange a
rack in the middle. Lightly coat an 8”x8”
baking dish with butter.
Combine the apples, granulated sugar,
cinnamon and 1/8 teaspoon of the salt in
a large bowl and toss to coat. Place apple
mixture in the prepared dish and set aside.
Using the same bowl, mix together the
brown sugar, oats, flour and remaining 1/8
teaspoon salt until evenly combined. With
your fingertips, blend in the butter pieces
until small clumps form and the butter is
well-incorporated, about 2 minutes.
Sprinkle the topping evenly over the
apples and bake until the streusel is crispy
and the apples are tender, about 50-60
minutes. Let cool on a rack at least 30
minutes before serving.
August 2013
Prevention, Outpatient Treatment, and women’s and Men’s Transitional
Siletz: 800-600-5599 or
541-444-8286
Eugene: 541-484-4234
Salem: 503-390-9494
Portland: 503-238-1512
Narcotics Anonymous Toll-Free
Help Line – 877-233-4287
For information on Alcoholics
Anonymous: aa-oregon.org
CeDARR
Community efforts Demonstrating the Ability to Rebuild and Restore
Mission Statement: We will utilize resources to prevent the use of alcohol
and other drugs, delinquency and violence; we will seek to reduce the barriers
to treatment and support those who choose abstinance.
Aug. 7
Noon
Siletz Public Library
255 Se Gaither, Siletz