Leech Lake News

3rd Annual Joe “Dbl J” Jackson Scholarship Golf Tournament
2025-09-10 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Tianna Country Club, 7470 State Highway 34 NW, Walker, MN, 56484, United States
3rd Annual Joe “Dbl J” Jackson Scholarship Golf Tournament🏌️‍♂️ Hosted by Northern Lights Casino📅 September 10, 2025📍 Tianna Country Club
Join us for a day of golf, fun, and giving back — all net proceeds support the Leech Lake Scholarship Fund.
Event Highlights:

$50,000 Hole-in-One Contest 💰

Cash Prizes for Top 3 Teams

Casino on the Course 🎰

4-Person Scramble | Masters Skins Game | Prize Raffle

Longest Drive & Putt | Closest to the Pin | Chipping Contest

Details:

$500 per team

Registration: 8:30 AM | Shotgun Start: 10:00 AM

32 team limit – Registration closes September 8, 2025

📌 Register & Learn More: northernlightscasino.com📧 Questions: DBLJGOLF@leechlakegaming.com

Suicide Prevention Awareness Walk/Run
2025-09-10 08:30 - 11:00
🕊️ Suicide Prevention Awareness Walk/Run 🕊️
📅 September 10, 2025📍 Migizi Trail🕣 Registration starts at 8:30 AM
✨ Event Highlights:

Opening prayer & drum

Free T-shirt for participants 👕

Light refreshments provided

📞 For more information, call 218-335-4556

Twin Cities Office Annual Picnic
2025-09-11 16:00 - 19:00 | Veteran’s Memorial Park- Richfield, 6400 Portland Avenue, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States

Annual Fall Harvest Feast
2025-09-17 08:00 - 17:00
Annual Fall Harvest Feast📍 Park Rapids Armory📅 October 19, 2025🕔 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Join us for our annual community dinner featuring specially prepared, local Indigenous courses in honor of Anishinaabe culture and knowledge. This year’s feast will feature the acclaimed cuisine of Owamni’s Chef Lee.
Ticket Prices:

🎟️ Single: $50

🎟️ Couple: $85

🎟️ Table: $260

Reserve your tickets online: giiwedinong.org/store/p/event2025
Come together to celebrate food, culture, and community!

Battle Point Powwow
2025-09-19 - 2025-09-21 | Battle Point Community Center, 10051 Battle Point Trail NW, Federal Dam, MN, 56641, United States
Battle Point Powwow, Federal Dam, MN Sept. 19, 20, 21

Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe Annual Spirit Run
2025-09-20 11:00 - 19:30 | Veterans Memorial Grounds, 16601 69th Ave NW, Cass Lake, MN, 56633, United States
Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe Annual Spirit Run📅 September 20, 2025🕒 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM
Wii-Shaawendaagoziyaang Wenji-Bimitooyaang“Asking for help while we are running”
The run will begin at the Leech Lake Veterans Memorial Pow Wow Grounds and end at the Annual Battle Point Pow Wow.
Everyone is welcome to participate.
📞 For questions, contact Gary Charwood at 218-760-7955 or gary.charwood@llojibwe.net.

Unity Day Potluck Celebration
2025-09-21 16:00 - 18:30 | Onigum Community Center, 8825 Onigum Rd NW, Walker, MN, 56484, United States
Unity Day Potluck Celebration📍 Onigum Community Center, 8826 Onigum Road NW📅 Sunday, September 21, 2025🕓 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM (Round Dance 6:00 – 6:30 PM)
The Leech Lake Culture Alliance invites the Akeley, Hackensack, Onigum, and Walker communities to the 6th Annual Autumn Equinox Unity Day Celebration.
✨ Enjoy food, fellowship, and cultural sharing.✨ Potluck-style meal — bring your favorite dish to share!✨ Round Dance to close the evening.
This event celebrates cultural differences and shared values, building bridges between Native and non-Native communities.
🌐 More info: llculturealliance.org
All are welcome!

Community Outreach & Parenting Circle
2025-09-23 13:00 - 14:30 | Ball Club Community Center, 30975 Arctic Rd, Deer River, MN, 56636, United States
Community Outreach & Parenting Circle🕐 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Join the Leech Lake Family Preservation Program for discussions on positive parenting and to learn more about available programming.
Upcoming Dates & Locations:

📅 Tuesday, September 9 & 23 – Ball Club

📅 Wednesday, September 10 & 24 – Bena

📅 Thursday, September 25 – Onigum

All are welcome to attend!

Community Outreach & Parenting Circle
2025-09-24 13:00 - 14:30 | Bena Community Center, 15032 Old Housing Dr., Bena, MN, 56626, United States

Community Outreach & Parenting Circle
2025-09-25 13:00 - 14:30 | Onigum Community Center, 8825 Onigum Rd NW, Walker, MN, 56484, United States

Ball Club Wellness Center Groundbreaking Ceremony
2025-09-26 10:00 - 13:00 | Ball Club Community Center, 30975 Arctic Rd, Deer River, MN, 56636, United States
Ball Club Wellness Center Groundbreaking Ceremony📍 Ball Club Community Center, 30975 Arctic Rd, Ball Club, MN 56636📅 September 26, 2025🕒 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Join us as we break ground on the new Ball Club Wellness Center. This event marks an important step in supporting the health and wellness of the Leech Lake community.
Everyone is welcome to attend.

Fall Feast- Onigum
2025-09-28 12:00 - 15:00 | Onigum Community Center, 8825 Onigum Rd NW, Walker, MN, 56484, United States
Fall Feast📍 Onigum Center📅 Sunday, September 28, 2025 (Back-up day: October 5)
Hosted by WHA AIPAC Committee & OLIC
Schedule:

🌿 Healing Walk: 12:00 – 1:00 PM (From Onigum Beach to Onigum Community Center)

🍲 Feast: 1:00 – 3:00 PM (Ambe Bi-wiising!)

🚗 Please plan for rideshare/carpool.
📞 For more info, contact Gina Dahmen at (218) 547-4248 or ginadahmen@whaschools.org.
All are welcome!

Healthy Eating & Nutrition for Life: “What Can I Eat?”
2025-09-29 12:00 - 13:00 | Red Cedar Assisted Living Center, 533 7th St. NW, Cass Lake, MN, 56633, United States
Healthy Eating & Nutrition for Life: “What Can I Eat?”📍 ENP Commons🕛 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Join the Leech Lake Diabetes Program for monthly sessions on healthy eating and nutrition.
Upcoming Dates & Topics:

📅 September 29 – Carbohydrates

📅 October 27 – Proteins

📅 November 24 – Vegetables

📅 December 29 – Fats

These sessions are free and open to the community.

Food Sovereignty Program: Food Giveaway Event
2025-10-10 10:00 - 14:00 | Leech Lake Food Distribution, 16051 65th Ave. NW, Cass Lake, MN, 56633, United States
🍅🥕 FOOD GIVEAWAY – OCT 10 🥬🥔
The Leech Lake Dept. of Agriculture’s Food Sovereignty Program will hold a Food Giveaway on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025, starting at 10 AM and running until supplies are gone!
📍 Leech Lake Food Distribution Site
👤 1 person per household must be present to pick up
📞 Questions? Call 218-335-2676 or Julian at 218-760-3869
🥚 Expect items like chicken, eggs, pickles, beets, jelly/jams, potatoes, carrots, peppers, kale, tomatoes, rutabagas, and more!

Oktoberfest Cass Lake
2025-10-11 12:00 - 20:00
🎉 Oktoberfest Cass Lake 🍂
📅 Date: Saturday, October 11th
🕛 Time: 12 PM – 8 PM
📍 Location: Downtown Cass Lake (219 Cedar Ave, Cass Lake, MN 56633)
Hosted by DJ Shine with live performances from Karlaaa, ZanoSquad, Tae Supreme, Hailey Raye, Cappin4noreason, LuvBenzii, and PWill plus live bands Pullstring, The Winter Sloths, Argyle Gargoyle, and KC and the Windjammers!
Free and open to all ages!
Enjoy bounce houses, wagon rides, petting zoo, free family photos, a free pumpkin patch, free food, a side dish contest, and the Sweetest Grass Beer Tent.
Sponsors: Leech Lake Cannabis Co. (Sweetest Grass), Chase Creations, Hypothermic Entertainment, Western Bank, Leech Lake Market, ASM, Kolt Gang, Enbridge, PotlatchDeltic, Cass Lake Senior Center, Leech Lake Lions Club, Boys & Girls Club, and more.

Anishinaabe Culture Skills Camp
2025-10-16 - 2025-10-19
Anishinaabe Culture Skills Camp📍 Pigeon Dam | Lake Winnie, MN📅 October 16 – 19, 2025
Join us for an overnight 4-day youth camp focused on cultural and outdoor skills.✅ Meals and gear provided✅ Limit of 20 youth✅ Must register by October 3 at llojibwe.org/drm
Requirements:

Youth must complete a firearm safety course.

In-person course: Oct. 6–9 with mandatory range day on Oct. 11.

Online course option available (must still attend Oct. 11 range day).

Ages: 12 – High School Seniors

Girls are encouraged to apply — female mentors will be present.

📞 For more info, contact LLBO DRM at leechlakewildlife@llojibwe.net or call 218-513-3312 / 218-838-0025.
Application and Waiver for Anishinaabe Youth Skills Camp 2025

Listening to the Wisdom of Our Elders
2025-10-17 09:00 - 13:00 | Cedar Lakes Casino & Hotel, 6268 Upper Cass Frontage Rd NW, Cass Lake, MN, 56633, United States
Listening to the Wisdom of Our Elders – Series Continues📅 Friday, October 17, 2025🕘 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM📍 Cedar Lakes, 6268 Upper Cass Frontage Rd NW, Cass Lake, MN
Join us for another installment of the Listening to the Wisdom of Our Elders series featuring Pebaam (Dennis Jones). This gathering celebrates our teachings, stories, and shared wisdom from those who guide us with experience and heart.
🍽 Lunch will be served.📞 To register, contact Bonnie Fairbanks at (218) 335-3638.
Sponsored by The TH Grant and LLBH.

Quarterly Meeting- Onigum
2025-10-17 10:00 - 14:00 | Onigum Community Center, 8825 Onigum Rd NW, Walker, MN, 56484, United States
Please join us at 10:00 AM on Friday, October 17, 2025 at the Onigum Community Center for the Quarterly Meeting of the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe. All Band Members and employees are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Watch live or view the recorded version at https://vimeo.com/event/5372878

Breast Cancer Awareness Walk/Run
2025-10-21 08:30 - 11:00
🎀 Breast Cancer Awareness Walk/Run 🎀
📅 October 21, 2025📍 Migizi Trail🕣 Registration starts at 8:30 AM
✨ Event Highlights:

Opening prayer & drum

Free T-shirt for participants 👕

Light refreshments provided

📞 For more information, call 218-335-4556

MN Chippewa Tribe: Tribal Executive Committee Meeting
2025-10-21 08:30 - 16:30 | Shooting Star Casino, 777 SE Casino Rd, Mahnomen, MN, 56557, United States
The Minnesota Chippewa Tribe has scheduled a quarterly meeting of the Tribal Executive Committee on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 beginning at 8:30 AM. The meeting will be held on the White Earth Reservation at the Shooting Star Hotel & Casino Event Center. The meeting will be available via zoom with further information posted on mnchippewatribe.org

School Aged Care Center Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
2025-10-22 11:00 - 13:00 | Leech Lake School Aged Care Center, 201 4th St NW, Cass Lake, MN, 56633, United States
🎀 Ribbon Cutting CeremonyHosted by the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe
📍 Location: 201 4th St. NW, Cass Lake📆 Date: Wednesday, October 22nd⏰ Time: 11:00 AM
Come tour the new facility, meet the staff, and enjoy this exciting milestone for our community!

Wisdom Steps Elder Wellness Expo 2025
2025-10-23 10:00 - 14:00 | Onigum Community Center, 8825 Onigum Rd NW, Walker, MN, 56484, United States
Wisdom Steps Elder Wellness Expo 2025
🗓 Thursday, October 23, 2025
📍 Onigum Community Center
⏰ 10 AM – 2 PM
🥗 Lunch Provided
🚐 Transportation Provided – Call 218-508-7155
Activities & Info:

Information Booths
Virtual Dementia Tour – Northwood Caregivers
Adult Day Service Building

📞 Questions?

Eva W: 218-252-3373
Carol J: 218-308-3256
Dolly B: 218-368-1240

RBC Meeting
2025-10-23 13:00 - 15:00 | Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe, 190 Sailstar Dr NW, Cass Lake, MN, 56484, United States
Special Meeting Agenda

Trunk or Treat
2025-10-30 17:00 - 19:00 | Leech Lake Child Welfare, 6035 161st St NW, Cass Lake, MN, 56633, United States
🎃 Trunk or Treat! 👻Join us for an evening of fun with music, games, food, candy, snacks, and photo ops!
🗓 Thursday, October 30th🕔 5 PM – 7 PM📍 Leech Lake Child Welfare Parking Lot6035 161st St NW, Cass Lake, MN
Sponsored by Leech Lake Child Welfare, Leech Lake Family Preservation, and the Youth Living Skills Program.Bring the family and come celebrate Halloween in a safe and fun way! 🎃

Public Hearing: LLBO Cannabis Code Amendments & Recommendation for Adoption
2025-10-30 17:00 - 19:00 | Cedar Lakes Casino & Hotel, 6268 Upper Cass Frontage Rd NW, Cass Lake, MN, 56633, United States
📅 Date: Thursday, October 30, 2025🕔 Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM📍 Location: Cedar Lakes Casino & Event Center🎯 Hosted by: Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe Cannabis Regulatory Commission👥 Open to the Public☕ Coffee and water will be available

Basketball Workouts
2025-11-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Mission Community Center, 2326 Finch Lane SE, cass lake, MN, 56633, United States
🏀 Leech Lake Happy, Healthy, Safe Youth – Basketball Workouts
📅 Dates:

November 3, 2025

November 10, 2025

November 24, 2025(More dates to be announced!)

🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM📍 Location: Mission Community Center
👧🏽 Ages: Open to youth ages 10 and up
Join the Leech Lake Happy, Healthy, Safe Youth program for basketball workouts focused on player development and conditioning. These sessions are a great way to build skills, improve fitness, and get ready for the upcoming basketball season!
🥤 Snacks and beverages provided.🚌 Transportation available for Cass Lake/Bemidji area youth.
📞 Contact:Brent Fowler, Community CoordinatorPhone: 218-368-8706

FEMA Assistance
2025-11-05 - 2025-11-19 | Facility Center- Cass lake, 16126 John Moose Drive, Cass Lake, MN, 56633, United States
Enrolled Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe members and descendants are eligible to apply.

Fastest way to apply is online at DisasterAssistance.gov
Call the FEMA Helpline at 1.800.621.3362
Or visit a Disaster Recovery Center

Twin Cities Area Food Giveaway
2025-11-06 12:00 - 15:00 | Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe Twin Cities Office, 2438 27th Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN, 55406, United States
Hosted by: Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe Department of AgricultureDate: Thursday, November 6, 2025Time: 12:00 PM – until goneLocation: 2438 27th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55406
Details:Join the Leech Lake Department of Agriculture and the Twin Cities Local Indian Council for a community food giveaway. Groceries will be distributed to Leech Lake households and Twin Cities residents.

1 person per Leech Lake household must be present to pick up

Bring your own box or bag

LIC requests participants bring ID

Contact: Twin Cities Office — 612-729-0554Note: Event will run until supplies are gone.

Veterans Day Powwow
2025-11-08 12:00 - 21:00 | Boys & Girls Club- Cass Lake, 208 Central Ave, Cass Lake, MN, 56633, United States

Diabetes Expo
2025-11-13 09:00 - 15:00 | Cass Lake Diabetes Center, 119 Aspen Ave NW, Cass Lake, MN, 56633, United States
Date & Time: Thursday, November 13, 2025 • 9:00 AM – 3:00 PMLocation: Leech Lake Diabetes CenterDetails:Join the Diabetes Center for a community health day with screenings (risk assessments, blood sugar testing) and diabetes management services, including eye exams, foot exams, labs, and vaccines.Extras: Healthy snacks and a free T-shirt for participants.Contact: Call 218-335-4511 to schedule an appointment — walk-ins welcome.
