Leech Lake News

Fall Feast- Onigum
2025-09-28 12:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | 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.

Makwa Teaching – Rendering Bear Grease
2025-11-14 09:30 - 16:00 | LL Behavioral Health, 16123 Grant Utley Avenue North, Cass Lake, MN, 56633, United States
Date & Time: Friday, November 14, 2025 • 9:30 AM – 4:00 PMLocation: Leech Lake Behavioral Health16123 Grant Utley Ave. NE, Cass Lake, MNDetails:Join instructor Bonita Desjarlais for this cultural teaching on rendering bear grease. The session will include both indoor and outdoor activities — dress accordingly.Extras: Lunch provided. Space is limited.Contact: Bonnie Fairbanks, (218) 407-1496.

WISDOM STEPS FUNDRAISER
2025-11-14 10:00 - 13:00
WISDOM STEPS FUNDRAISER
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2025
@ HERTIAGE MANOR BUILDING 521 7TH ST NW – CASS LAKE
10 AM – GONE
MENU
CHILI OR WILDRICE SOUP
CORN BREAD
ASSORTED DESSERTS
WATER
50/50 RAFFLE | WISDOM STEPS CARDS AVAILABLE
QUESTIONS? PLEASE CALL
CAROL 218-308-3256
OR EVA 218-252-3373

JO Volleyball Fundraiser
2025-11-14 11:00 - 15:00 | Leech Lake Market, 604 Lyle Chisholm Dr, Cass Lake, 56633, United States

Turkey Distribution: District III
2025-11-18 10:00 - 18:00
District 3 (D3)
📅 November 18 — 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM📍 Cedar Lakes📍 Onigum Center📍 Bemidji (NWICDC Building)
For more information, contact your Local Indian Council

Diabetes Clinic – Ball Club
2025-11-19 | Ball Club Community Center, 30975 Arctic Rd, Deer River, MN, 56636, United States
Date: Wednesday, November 19, 2025Location: LL Ball Club Clinic
Details:The Leech Lake Diabetes Center will offer a one-stop diabetes care clinic with:

Appointments available with Duane Malterud, DNP

Diabetes education

Immunizations

Retinopathy screening

Lab work

Foot and nail care

Contact: Schedule your appointment at 218-335-4511.

Duluth Office – Tribal ID Cards
2025-11-19 10:00 - 17:30 | Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe Duluth Office, 205 W 2nd Street, Ste 320, Duluth, MN, 55802, United States
Hosted by: Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe Duluth Office
Date & Time:Wednesday, November 19, 2025 • 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Location:AICHO/Gimaajii Building202 W 2nd Street, Duluth, MN 55802
Details:Tribal ID services will be available for enrolled members of the Leech Lake Band (age 14+).Applicants must provide one of the following:

Minnesota Identification Card

Valid Driver’s License

Social Security Card

Certified Birth Certificate

Fees:

First card is free

Duplicate cards are $15

Cards are valid for four (4) years

Payment Methods: Cash, Check, or Money Order
Contact:

LLBO Duluth Office: (218) 481-7412

Tribal Enrollment: Bobbi (218) 335-3601 or Joe (218) 335-3602

Thanksgiving Giveaway: Duluth
2025-11-19 10:00 - 17:30 | Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe Duluth Office, 205 W 2nd Street, Ste 320, Duluth, MN, 55802, United States
Duluth
📅 November 19 — 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM
For more information, contact your Local Indian Council

Turkey Distribution: District 1
2025-11-19 12:00 - 18:00
District 1 (D1)
📅 November 19 — 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM📍 Inger & Ball Club
For more information, contact your Local Indian Council

Turkey Distribution: District II
2025-11-19 14:00 - 18:00
District 2 (D2)
📅 November 19 — 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM📍 Kego: Pickup at Sugar Point Center📍 Bena
For more information, contact your Local Indian Council

Leech Lake Twin Cities Office – Tribal Identification Cards
2025-11-20 10:00 - 18:00 | Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe Twin Cities Office, 2438 27th Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN, 55406, United States
Dates & Times:

Thursday, November 20, 2025 • 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday, November 21, 2025 • 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM(Lunch break from 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM)

Location:Leech Lake Twin Cities Office (LLTCO)2438 27th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN
Details:Tribal ID services will be available for Leech Lake Band members.Applicants must provide one of the following forms of identification:

Minnesota Identification Card

Valid Driver’s License

Social Security Card

Certified Birth Certificate

Fees:

First-time and expired IDs: Free

Replacement IDs: $15.00 cash

Name changes: Bring documentation of proof

Note:Issued IDs are valid for four (4) years.

Thanksgiving Giveaway: Twin Cities
2025-11-20 10:00 - 18:00 | Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe Twin Cities Office, 2438 27th Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN, 55406, United States
Twin Cities Office (TCO)
📅 November 20 — 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
For more information, contact your Local Indian Council
