Chalon Indian Council of Bakersfield

Hello Family, It’s that time again for the youth to get together. We have some new family members that may be joining the clan. Please get everyone on line to meet and greet. With everything going on, we really want the young and teenage cousins to stay connected. Not many people can say their lineage goes back before 1793 and we are all family.

A message from the family. Update for friends and family of Louise Appodaca: funeral arrangements are limited to her children and grandchildren due to covid-19. Anyone who would like to pay their respects can do so by sending flowers to her services. We will be setting up info to attend via zoom for anyone who would like to see her lay to rest. Please inbox me for any further details. Services will be held Friday, January 29th at 3pm at Historic Union Cemetery.

It is with heavy hearts for the Chalon Indian Council of Bakersfield to announce the passing of our Elder Louise Appodaca on December 28, 2020. Louise was one of the founding mothers of our tribe ancestral history. Louise always led the way for traditional ceremonies, dancing, and natural medicine/smudging for our people. A true warrior woman with fierce power and ability to stand and fight for her beliefs without hesitation. Her dedication to our family was like no oth...er. Louise’s involvement with the youth was always a priority. She served on both the Chalon board and the Elders board for many generations. She shared her whole heart and knowledge to everyone who needed extra love and teachings. Louise will forever be remembered and truly missed by many people she touched. Please say a prayer and make your offerings for her next journey in the heavens. Our deepest condolences to her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Sincerely, Chalon family

OVCDC’s Kern Language Program is having a Bugle Earrings workshop December 2, 2020 via zoom. Everyone is welcome to sign up and learn how to make these beautiful earrings! For more information contact Julian at (760) 920-0978

September Newsletter is here! Thank you to Monique Simmer and everyone that contributed to our newsletter. https://chalontribe.com/newsletter

OVCDC’s Nüümü Yadoha Language Program Kern and Tulare County are having a Youth Logo Challenge. Please see flyer for more information.

Thank You to all those who have served! Especially all our Chalon Veterans!

https://youtu.be/XHhbeRJudY4 Now more than ever is the time. Great song! Give it a listen.

https://www.facebook.com/NativeWellnessInstitute/videos/398047771389601/

Thanks for sharing Kenneth Hansen.

Save the date! This drive-thru is being held by the Bakersfield American Indian Health Project. They are given free Narcan/Naloxone training provided by the Bakersfield Recovery Services. Everyone is welcome! For more information contact BAIHP at 661.327.4030

Have a blessed and beautiful day to all our relations!! We are strong and resilient people. Share kindness and love .

Final video of 2020 California Native American Day!

Yesterday was day 2 of the California Native American Day celebration!

Wanted to share these videos with you all. Since we are not able to be in person at the State Capitol they did a virtual celebration!

Happy California Indian Day! We hope you all have a great day!

For all our Native families! This will be at the OVCDC site in Visalia! Please stay safe everyone!

Standing Bear Pow Wow possible 2008 Aunt Irene Castro Soto, Amarisa (LeAnn Miranda's daughter) and Aunt Betty Castro.

This week the Chalon Tribe would like to recognize Samantha Estrada for her accomplishments. Please take a moment to read her essay. Congratulations Samantha! Samantha is the Grandaughter of Sal & Carmelita Estrada and the daughter of Rene & Celeste Estrada.