Steven Peters
Wunahtyâôk Cultural Program to Host Beading ...

The Wunahtyâôk Cultural Program is inviting Tribal members to come together this April for weekly Beading Classes focused on strengthening cultural connection and wellness through traditional art. Classes will be held every Tuesday in April 2026 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Madeket Place, 766 Falmouth Road, Unit 4A, Mashpee. Community members will have the chance to learn beading techniques from some of our best beaders in a welcoming space centered on culture, creativity, and connection. Dinner will be provided by CCDF. All Tribal members are welcome, and children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. For questions, contact Victoria Miranda, Shani Turner, or Crystal Maddox.

Steven Peters
Tapua Tribal Scholars to Host Community Talking ...

Tapua Tribal Scholars invites the community to gather for a Community Talking Circle on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Council Chambers, 483 Great Neck Road South, Mashpee.

This special gathering will mark the 50th anniversary of the Mashpee land suit case and create space for community reflection, remembrance, and conversation. The roundtable discussion is an opportunity to come together, share thoughts, and honor the importance of this history and its lasting impact on our people and our community.

Steven Peters
Mashpee Wampanoag Police Department Hiring Law ...

The Mashpee Wampanoag Police Department is currently seeking applicants for full-time Law Enforcement Officer positions. This is an opportunity to serve and protect the community while helping safeguard Tribal members, employees, visitors, and Tribal assets across Mashpee Wampanoag properties and jurisdiction. The position includes full-time benefits and a salary of $70,001 per year. Applications must be submitted by April 19, 2026, and the physical test is scheduled for April 25 in Mashpee, with a rain/snow date of April 26.

Steven Peters
Wampanoag Nation Singers & Dancers to Host ...

Wampanoag Nation Singers & Dancers is inviting Tribal members to take part in a special two-day New Song Creation Workshop in Mashpee with Emmy-nominated composer and singer Jennifer Kreisberg (Tuscarora, NC).

Steven Peters
Healing Fire to Bring Community Together for an ...

The Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe’s Substance Use Disorder/Tribal Opioid Response Program invites community members to gather for the first Healing Fire of 2026 on Friday, April 24, from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at 483 Great Neck Road South in Mashpee.

Open to the public, Healing Fire is an opportunity to come together in community for an evening centered on connection, healing, and hope. The event will include Mashpee Traditional Drummers, recovery testimonies, recovery resource tables, and light food and refreshments.

Indian Education Grant Public Hearing Set for April 14

The Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Education Department invites parents, educators, tribal members, and interested community members to attend the Indian Education Grant Public Hearing on Thursday, April 14, 2026, from 6 to 7 p.m. via Zoom. The hearing will provide an opportunity for parents of Native American students attending school in Barnstable, Falmouth, Sandwich, Wareham, New Bedford, Bourne, and The Weetumuw School to receive information and share input on programs and services that support the academic and cultural needs of Native students and their families. For more information, contact Gertrude “Kitty” Hendricks Miller at 508-477-0208 ext. 143 or Gertrude.hendricks@mwtribe-nsn.gov.

Third Massachusetts Tribal & Indigenous Health Summit

Tribal members and community partners are encouraged to save the date for the Third Massachusetts Tribal & Indigenous Health Summit, taking place on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

This year’s theme—“Stronger Together: Growing Inclusive State-Tribal Partnerships”—will focus on strengthening collaboration and improving systems that support Indigenous health and wellness across the Commonwealth.

Honor the Earth Fair April 18

The Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe, in partnership with the Native Land Conservancy and the Tribe’s Natural Resources Department, invites the community to attend the 2026 Honor the Earth Fair on Saturday, April 18, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Community Center, 483 Great Neck Road South in Mashpee.

Share Your Stories in the Mittark

The Mittark has always been a place for the Mashpee Wampanoag community to stay connected — by sharing news, celebrating milestones, and honoring the people who make our Tribe strong. We invite Tribal members and families to help keep that spirit alive by submitting stories, updates, and announcements to be included in future issues.

Whether it’s a family milestone, a child’s achievement, an elder you would like to recognize, or a community event you want others to know about, your stories help strengthen the bonds that connect us as a people.

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