The NATIVE Project

Make sure to wear a life jacket while boating and make sure you know the surroundings in which you are swimming in. Never leave children or those who don't know how to swim alone. Be safe!

Today, on World Drowning Prevention Day, we remember the lives of people lost to drowning and raise awareness about water safety.

Knowing how to swim, wearing a life jacket, and using the buddy system around water can save lives. Learn more ways to stay safe in and around water with our drowning prevention tips: https://bit.ly/3nQ7E4O

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Reminder: Free yourself from the guilt of past mistakes; they do not define your whole character.

The City of Spokane has added a free evening swim option at three pools for this Saturday only and will again expand library hours at some locations this weekend as high temperatures remain in the National Weather Service forecast.

Expanded Spokane Public Library hours will be at Shadle Park until 7 p.m. on Saturday, and Liberty Park, Indian Trail and Central until 7 p.m. on Sunday.

Spokane Parks pools host free open swimming Monday – Saturday, 1 – 4 p.m. at all six aquatic centers. Free evening swim sessions from 6 - 8:30 p.m. rotate by day/location. This Saturday an additional free evening swim will be added at A.M. Cannon, Comstock, and Shadle pools.

Details: https://my.spokanecity.org/news/releases/2024/07/19/city-adds-evening-swim-to-cooling-resources-library-hours-expanding/

Breezy winds and dry conditions will bring critical fire weather conditions to central Washington on Wednesday and to central and eastern Washington on Thursday. Fires will be capable of spreading rapidly and will be difficult to contain. Please be smart!

Indian Youth Summer Program field trip with the Eagle clan to the Coeur d’Alene lake with Toni (CEO), Jalen (BH Aide and clan leader), and summer interns (Solana, Samantha and Andy).
A great opportunity to explore where so many of our ancestors lived and took care of the environment. Looked like a good time!
Thank you Coeur d’Alene tribe for sharing your accustomed territory.

You’re killing me smalls!!! Come this weekend to catch the classic sandlot sponsored by for free and a $3 throwback popcorn!! Saturday and Sunday at 2pm

Friendly Reminder!
Join us at the NATIVE Project for the WA State Attorney General's Office (AGO) MMIW Task Force round table discussion on Monday, July 22 from 9am-12pm. What you have to say is important.
See you there.

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Jules Edwards advocated for her autistic kids — then learned she’s autistic, too She became committed to making the world a better place for generations to come

Don't forget to check in with friends, family, and neighbors this week as we prepare for more extreme heat! See if you can run errands or grab groceries for older relatives who might be more vulnerable to heat and check in with those who have health conditions too.

Keeping an eye out for those most vulnerable can help prevent heat-related illnesses and keep everyone in our community safe and healthy! For extreme heat resources, visit: https://shorturl.at/PafvN

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People seeking relief from the heat can visit Spokane Public Library locations or the Trent Resource and Assistance Center (TRAC). The Spokane Public Library Shadle Park will have extended hours from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, and the Spokane Public Library Indian Trail and Central Library will be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday. https://my.spokanecity.org/news/releases/2024/07/12/city-continues-to-offer-cooling-resources/

Did the summer heatwave get you crying the blues? We are, too! That's why the Spokane Parks Foundation wants to give Numerica Credit Union credit where credit is due for providing Free Swim Fridays.

Thanks to Numerica Credit Union, people of all ages can swim free every Friday at three Spokane Valley pools, covering the admission fees at Park Road, Terrace View, and Valley Mission pools.

Free Swim Fridays happen during open swims from 1:30-3 PM and 3:30-5 PM. Park Road Pool has an additional evening session from 5:30 to 7 PM.

Thank you, Numerica Credit Union. Our ongoing partnership ensures every family can have access to area pools.

Click here for more information: https://www.spokanevalleywa.gov/225/Spokane-Valley-Aquatics.

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Necklaces and loom work with teacher Lacey at Indian Youth Summer Program!

RoundtableThe Washington State Attorney General’s Office (AGO) MMIWP Task Force and The Native Project are hosting a roundtable for Tribes, MMIWP organizations, and community service providers. The roundtable is an opportunity for you to connect with and learn about programs in your area and share what you would like lawmakers to know about MMIWP.
Please come with your ideas about how to address the MMIWP crisis, and ready to share about your program and the services you provide. The AGO and MMIWP Task Force will gather recommendations shared at this and other roundtables held around the state to include in future Task Force reports.
For more information about the AGO MMIWP Task Force Website:
https://www.atg.wa.gov/

Make sure you take care of yourself this summer and everyday. As the temperature rises, we need to stay healthy. Below are a few tips to outdoor and summer safety.

Stay hydrated, protect your skin, and avoid drugs and alcohol!

We had a successful first day of Summer Program with the staff and students. We are a community and we appreciate you all for letting your children participate in the 2024 Indian Youth Summer Program!

Is your ancestor listed in the new boarding school database? The National Native American Boarding School Healing Coalition launches an ever-growing public archive that includes listings of students who attended boarding schools

We are so proud of our team members Joe (Director of Human Resources) and Maureen (Chief Operations Officer) who successfully completed the Certificate in Healthcare Leadership at Gonzaga University.

Summer break meals information.

SUMMER MEALS UPDATE: Free summer meals will open at the following sites on Monday, June 17:

🥪 Joel E. Ferris High School
🥪 Flett Middle School
🥪 John R. Rogers High School
🥪 Lewis and Clark High School
🥪 NEWTech Prep
🥪 North Central High School

Visit spokaneschools.org/summermeals a complete list of schedules and locations this summer.

The Summer Meal Program is a federally funded child nutrition program that ensures children continue to receive nutritious meals during the summer break, so they have the energy to learn, play, and grow. If you have questions about this program, please reach out at bit.ly/LetsTalkMeals.

Hey there! Just a gentle reminder for you today: You are enough, exactly as you are. ❤️