Announcements & Events

Meeting
Thu, 06/20/2024 - 10:00am
The Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, in accordance with the Constitution, Article XVI, Section 3, “Executive Committee Meetings” here by calls and declares public notice that the REGULAR meeting of the Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma has been scheduled for Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 10:00 AM at the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Complex in Shawnee, Oklahoma. Misty McGirt, Tribal Secretary Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma Dated this 4th day of June 2024.
Event
Fri, 06/28/2024 - 10:00am to 1:00pm
Protecting Ancestral Legacy Elder Abuse Awareness Event Bringing the community together for our Elders. Cook-off Raffle Launch of transit campaign June 28, 2024 10 am - 1 pm Absentee Shawnee Tribe, 2025 S Gordon Cooper Drive, Shawnee, OK Please RSVP by calling 405.273.2888.
Event
Fri, 05/31/2024 - 9:00am to 5:00pm
AST Agriculture Department Tribal members join us for our 3rd Annual Starter Plant Distribution! Friday May 31, 2024 9 am - 5 pm. (while supplies last) 43406 Benson Park Road, Shawnee, OK  For questions, call 405.827.6545
Event
Fri, 06/21/2024 - 9:00am to 3:00pm
Absentee Shawnee Tribe Agriculture Department presents 3rd Annual Fishin for Nutrition Friday, June 21, 2024 9 am to 3 pm  AST Farm, Exit 192,  SW corner of I-40 and Valleyview Rd off Earlsboro exit  AST youth invited 18 and under (13 & under accompanied by an adult)    Lunch provided by 477 Program For questions, call 405.827.6545
Announcement
PLEASE NOTE - Due to a water main break, the Absentee Shawnee Tribal complex is closing at 4 pm today, May 28, 2024. The complex will be opening later Wednesday May 29 pending repairs.
Announcement
The Absentee Shawnee Tribe will be closed Monday May 27, 2024 for Memorial Day.
Obituary
David William Powell, 88, of Mount Pleasant, SC, passed away March 29, 2024. He was the husband of Joan Bennett Powell of Mount Pleasant. A private service will be held for the family. Dave was born October 26, 1935, in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late David Kelso Powell and Rachel Alford Powell. He attended the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, before serving in the United States Army. He worked as Production Print Manager at the Medical University of South Carolina for 25 years. He was a member of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe, and Lifetime Member of the East Cooper Outboard Motor Club. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Joan Bennett Powell; four sons, David K. "Kelly" Powell II (Tracy), of Mt. Pleasant, SC, Phillip M. Powell (Rhonda) of Kingsland, GA, Robert E. Powell (Karen) of Mt. Pleasant, SC, and Scott Powell (Jill), of Charleston, SC; his grandsons, David K. Powell III (Mary Beth), William Drew Powell (Meghan), Reece Avery Powell and Hunter Powell; and his granddaughters, Caroline Ann Drennon (Daniel) and Megan Elizabeth Powell; his great-grandchildren, Addison, Olivia, Reece, Ford, and Maverick. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Thomas Edward Powell and Robert Morgan Powell; and his sister, Mary Rachel Cole. 
Event
Thu, 05/30/2024 - 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Start the summer off with a smash! May 30 from 6-9 pm at the AST Multi-Purpose Blvd, 2029 James L Edwards Lane, Shawnee, OK 74801 Best of 3, double elimination on tournament maps, no items with 7 minute matches. Come through, show out, take the trophy. Must be checked in by 5:30 pm! This is a free event for 6th-12th grade enrolled AST members and 477 participants. To register, contact Deric Spoon at DericS@astribe.com Registration ends May 30.
Meeting
Wed, 05/22/2024 - 10:00am
The Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, in accordance with the Constitution, Article XVI, Section 3, “Executive Committee Meetings” here by calls and declares public notice that the REGULAR meeting of the Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma has been scheduled for Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 10:00 AM at the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Complex in Shawnee, Oklahoma. Misty McGirt, Tribal Secretary Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma Dated this 9th day of May 2024.
Announcement
PLEASE NOTE - Due to the incoming weather the AST campus will be closing at 3:00pm today, Monday May 6.
Event
Sat, 05/11/2024 - 10:00am to 2:00pm
Job Fair Meet with HR representatives from Thunderbird Casino, Absentee Shawnee Tribe & AST Health Systems Saturday, May 11 10 am - 2 pm Thunderbird Casino, Event Center Dress to impress Interviews on the spot
Announcement
Check out the following testimonial from ADPI Dementia Care Services Testimony (2024) by Tina Ontiveros The Music & Memory program is funded by the Administration for Community Living (ACL) though the Alzheimer’s Disease Program Initiative (ADPI) grant. Click here to watch the video, https://www.asthealth.org/seeking-hope
Event
Sat, 06/01/2024 - 1:00pm to 4:00pm
AST 477 & Education Class of 2024 Graduation Banquet JOIN US FOR AN AFTERNOON OF CELEBRATION AT OUR GRADUATION BANQUET  SATURDAY JUNE 1, 2024  1:00PM TO 4:00PM  AST MULTl-PURPOSE BUILDING  2029 JAMES L EDWARDS LANE  SHAWNEE, OK 74801  Banquet is ONLY for AST & Active 477 Participants that Graduated from High School, College or Vocational School. Graduate will be allowed to bring ONLY two guests. (Please RSVP, must have tickets to attend) Please dress in business or traditional attire. Please RSVP before May 20, 2024 405.275.4030 Ext. 3639 or Ext. 3536 Submit a photo of your graduate to 477program@astribe.com to include in slideshow! 
Event
Wed, 04/24/2024 - 11:00am to 3:00pm
You are cordially invited to attend the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony & Open House for The AST Public Safety Center   Wednesday, April 24, 2024 11 am - 3 pm 2025 S Gordon Cooper Drive Shawnee, OK 74801
Announcement
AST 477 Summer Youth Employment Program 8-week program starting June 3rd, 2024 Monday-Friday 8am-5pm •    On the job training •    Resume help •    Job application help •    Interview skills •    Customer service *    For ages 14-24 only *    Must have a current Tribal Enrollment Card *    Must be a 477 participant Applications will be accepted until  May 10th, 2024  *Limited spots available* https://www.astribe.com/forms/pl-102-477-program-application-assistance Contact Us  Please call the 477 office at  405.275.4030 ext. 3640 or ext. 3650 
Announcement
AST High School Seniors College Scholarship Entry Form AllNations Bank is providing one (1) $500 scholarship to an AST high school senior. The bank’s president, Steve Smith, is providing one (1) $500 scholarship to an AST high school senior. These scholarships are to assist in furthering their education after high school. The information you provide below will be used to contact you regarding your entry. You will be notified if your name has been selected and we will schedule a time for you to take a photo to be placed in the AST Newsletter and on the Tribe’s media outlets. The scholarship check will be issued directly to the school the student attends. Name:                                                                                                                   Address: Phone:                                                                                                                  Email:                                                                                                                   Required documents: Tribal Enrollment Card Copy (must be the updated card) Submit forms via fax, email, mail, or at the Education drop box on the AST Shawnee Complex. DEADLINE: RECEIVED BY MAY 15, 2024 AT 5:00 PM CDT Education Department 2025 S Gordon Cooper Drive Shawnee, OK 74801 405.275.4030 Ext 3533 405.273.7938 (fax) tresham@astribe.com
Announcement
PLEASE NOTE - Due to the incoming weather the AST campus will be closing at 4:00pm today, Monday April 1.
Meeting
Wed, 04/24/2024 - 10:00am
The Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, in accordance with the Constitution, Article XVI, Section 3, “Executive Committee Meetings” here by calls and declares public notice that the REGULAR meeting of the Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma has been scheduled for Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at 10:00 AM at the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Complex in Shawnee, Oklahoma. Misty McGirt, Tribal Secretary Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma Dated this 1st day of April 2024.
Announcement
The Absentee Shawnee Tribe will be closed Friday, March 29, 2024 for Good Friday.
Event
Thu, 05/30/2024 - 10:00am to 3:00pm
PACT ACT: Bringing VA Benefits Home Event!   Thursday, May 30th, 2024 10AM- 3PM  AST Multi-Purpose Building (2029 James L. Edwards Lane, Shawnee, OK) We welcome everyone at this event to: • Speak with representatives • Get answers to VA Benefits & Claims questions • File Your VA benefit claim • Get same-day decisions (when sharing complete information) • Receive VHA Toxic Health Screens and more! Questions?  Please contact Mary Culley  405.626.3426 or mary.culley@va.gov or Connie Bottaro  405.701.7629 or  cbottaro@astribe.com!

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