Monday August 15, 2011

Johnny Depp: No Tonto

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Jay Silverheels, Six Nations of the Grand River First NationJay Silverheels
Grand River First Nation

HOLLYWOOD - According to Deadlinehollywood.com, Walt Disney Studios has pulled the plug on the big-screen adaptation of "The Lone Ranger." Johnny Depp had been cast to be the Lone Ranger's sidekick Tonto. Read More »

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Chicago Bears Levi Horn Plays All of Second-Half in Win Against Buffalo Bills

Levi Rickert, editor-in-chief in Entertainment »

Chicago Bears, No. 79, Levi Horn, who is a tribal member of the Northern CheyenneLevi Horn - Cheyenne

CHICAGO - Chicago Bears, No. 79, Levi Horn, who is a tribal member of the Northern Cheyenne, played all of the second half the Bears exhibition game on Saturday night 10 - 3 victory over the Buffalo Bills. Read More »

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Over 100 Tribes Represented during Indian Market Week in Santa Fe

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Santa Fe Indian MarketVisual Arts

While the actual Santa Fe Indian Market is slated for this upcoming weekend in the heart of Santa Fe, Indian Market Week was developed to present a series of events in Native film, literature, music, fashion and visual art. Read More »

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Book Review

"The Earth Shall Weep" May Make Some Readers Weep

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The Earth Shall Weep: A History of Native AmericaMore Balance

Much like the video series produced by Turner Broadcasting, "How the West Was Lost," British author James Wilson uses testimony from American Indians to present a more balanced approach to American history that was far from pretty in "The Earth Shall Weep: A History of Native America." Read More »

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'A Good Day to Die' Part of Lineup for 11th Annual Native Cinema Showcase

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A Good Day to Die, Dennis BanksAugust 15-21

SANTA FE - The National Museum of the American Indian and Southwestern Association for American Indian Arts are presenting the "11th Annual Native Cinema Showcase" in Santa Fe. The week-long film festival is being held during Indian Market in Santa Fe, beginning on Monday, August 15 and ending on Sunday, August 21. Read More »

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Book Review

The Comanches: Strong Warriors

Levi Rickert, editor-in-chief in Entertainment »

Empire of the Summer Moon: Quanah Park and the Rise and Fall of ComanchesTwo-Track Story

The "New York Times" bestseller, "Empire of the Summer Moon: Quanah Parker and the Rise and Fall of Comanches, the Most Powerful Indian Tribe in American History" was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize in 2010. Read More »

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Gameplay

Power to the Native Player

Monica Whitepigeon in Entertainment »

From Dust by UbisoftNative Hero

The gaming industry today is constantly evolving and exploring new types of gameplay and story concepts. Sometimes in order to move forward, a step backwards is required.

"From Dust" is a new innovative game from Ubisoft (the producers of Prince of Persia and Assassin's Creed) Read More »

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Book Review

The Underrated and Sly 'Trickster'

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Trickster, Native American TalesFables

For centuries, American Indians throughout the United States have relied on oral storytelling in order to pass down history and fables. Today, it is not surprising that so many American Indians do not know the most basic fables of their tribes since so many have either urbanized or just lost touch with their roots. Read More »

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Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian August Events

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Smithsonian National Museum of the American IndianAugust Events

WASHINGTON DC - The Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian has scheduled the following events for the month of August:

What's Doing Read More »

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Cherokee Nation Seeking Native Artisans for National Holiday

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Cherokee National Holiday September 2-4

TAHLEQUAH, OKLAHOMA - The Cherokee National Holiday, held annually over Labor Day weekend since 1953, commemorates the anniversary of the signing of the 1839 Cherokee Nation Constitution. With its exciting array of entertainment, cultural and athletic events, it has grown into one of the largest festivals in Oklahoma, attracting more than 90,000 visitors from across the world. Read More »

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Book Review

Leonard Peltier: A Private Man who Only Wants to Go Home

Levi Rickert, editor-in-chief in Entertainment »

Prison Writings: My Life is My Sun DanceThe Private Man

"For too long, both Leonard's supporters and detractors have seen him as a metaphor, as a public figure worthy of political rallies and bumper stickers, but very rarely as a private man who only wants to go home. I pray this book will bring Leonard home." --SHERMAN ALEXIE Read More »

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Film

"First Allies" Tells True Story of Oneidas' Alliance with Colonists

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"Forgotten Allies" The Oneida Indians and the American RevolutionBook to Film

ONEIDA NATION HOMELANDS - The history of how American Indians are portrayed in the mainstream culture is about to change. The Oneida Indian Nation has green lighted its first theatrical feature film; it was announced Tuesday by Ray Halbritter, Oneida Indian Nation Representative and CEO of Nation Enterprises. Read More »

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Book Review

Indigenous Women Guidance is Prevalent throughout Book

Levi Rickert, editor-in-chief in Entertainment »

Every Day is a Good Day: Reflections by Contemporary Indigenous Women by Wlima MankillerWilma Mankiller-Cherokee

American Indians know our grandmothers, mothers and aunts provide guidance in our lives full of indigenous wisdom. They have done so down through the generations. Within Indian communities, women have played key roles by providing guidance to administration and programming.
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2nd Annual Celebrate Lumber River Day Tomorrow

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2nd Annual Celebrate Lumber River DayCelebrate Lumber
River Day

LUMBERTON, NORTH CAROLINA - On Saturday, July 16, the 2nd Annual Celebrate Lumber River Day will be held at the Lumber River State Park, 2819 Prince Ann Road in Orrum. Read More »

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Pocahontas: Covering Up the Truth

Monica Whitepigeon in Entertainment »

The True Story of PocahontasA True History

People often tell lies to hide truths. Some truths are much harsher and disappoint more so than lies. Storytellers do this all the time. They create hero protagonists-an ideal figure that can do no wrong and puts everyone else's wellbeing before his/herself-and they spread their peaceful ways and save civilizations. Read More »

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National Museum of the American Indian' July Schedule

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Conversations with the Earth: Indigenous Voices on Climate ChangeConversations with the Earth

WASHINGTON - The Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Indian announces the following schedule for the month of July: Read More »

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Book Review

Rare Documents Provide Added Value to Book

Levi Rickert, editor-in-chief in Entertainment »

The Native American Experience"Must Have"

When I opened "The Native American Experience" that I received for a Father's Day gift, it was a pleasant surprise because of the thirty facsimile documents contained within the coffee-table type book. The rare documents - that are in waxed-paper pockets throughout the book - contain maps, letters, newspaper clippings and other documents that provide the reader with a close look at history of American Indians. Read More »

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Book Review

Wonder and Delight Contained "Native American Stories"

Levi Rickert, editor-in-chief in Entertainment »

Native American StoriesMasterful Storytelling

Historically American Indians have long been storytellers. Prior to the written word, traditional stories were passed down from one generation to the next through oral storytelling. Read More »

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Crow Native Days 2011 Being Celebrated

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Crow Native DaysCrow Native Days

CROW AGENCY, MONTANA - Crow Country is home to many historical sites and scenic country. Crow Native Days take place right in Crow Agency, Montana - in the Heart of Crow Country. Read More »

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Choctaw Days: Happening Now at the National Museum of the American Indian

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Young Choctaw DancersYoung Choctaw Dancers

WASHINGTON - The Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Indian presents Choctaw Days, a free four-day festival featuring music, dance, food, art and storytelling from the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma June 22-25 from 10 am to 5:30 pm Read More »

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"Teachings of the Tree People" Reviewed Tuesday Night

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The International Institute for Indigenous Resource ManagementFilm Series

DENVER - The International Institute for Indigenous Resource Management's monthly film series called "Indigenous Film at the Garden" features "Teachings of the Tree People" on Tuesday night. Read More »

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Book Review

I Found Myself Wanting to Defend Sherman Alexie

Levi Rickert, editor-in-chief in Entertainment »

The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time IndianTeen Must Read?

Sherman Alexie's June 9 essay "Why the Best Kids Books are Written in Blood" that was published in "The Wall Street Journal" caught my attention. Here was Sherman Alexie defending Sherman Alexie for writing "The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian," which just happened to become a "New York Times" bestseller and win the National Book Award. Read More »

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'Nme Feast

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 A Gift

Black Lake, Michigan - Before starting this article, I would like to thank Gil Archambo. Without his expertise, help and knowledge of sturgeon, it would have been an incredibly more difficult task. I would also like to thank Jimmie Mitchell, Marty Holtgren and the staff of the Natural Resources Department for their help and guidance in making this special and honorable moment occur. I would also like to thank Victoria for letting me go fishing on our wedding night. You are certainly one in a million. I would like to thank the spirit of the 'nme and the Creator for bringing this wonderful gift to our tribe. Read More »

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Book Review

"God is Red" Still Challenges

Levi Rickert, editor-in-chief in Entertainment »

"God is Red" Still Challenges - Book ReviewIt's Personal

What we believe about religion is a personal matter. While we may want our loved ones to all believe what we believe about the Supreme Being - who we may refer to as God, Jesus or the Creator - they ultimately still have to make their own choice about what to believe. Read More »

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NMAI Indian Summer Showcase Series Kicks Off This Weekend
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Academy Award Winner Buffy Sainte-Marie Receives Honorary Doctorate
Levi Rickert, editor-in-chief in Entertainment »

A Different Look at Indian Schools
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Academy Award Winner Buffy Sainte-Marie Receives Honorary Doctorate
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Martha Redbone to Sing at NYC's Largest American Indian Gathering
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New American Indian Plays at the Autry
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National Museum of the American Indian June 12 Performance Postponed
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Time for American Indians to Tell Our Own Stories in Film
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