The public is invited to meet the Tribal Court Judge and Appellate Court Justices at an open house celebrating their swearing in. This event is open to the public, and everyone is welcome. A virtual option will also be available for those who are unable to join us in person.
For more information, or to request the virtual link, please contact
Ruthanne or Michelle at tribalcourt@poncatribe-ne.gov.
Archives: Events
Obesity Prevention Program
Starting in October
Ralston Transit Building | 5805 S 86th Circle | Ralston, NE
To register, call Ava Steadman
402-315-2760 Ext. 4142 or email at:
asteadman@poncatribe-ne.gov
Join us for a 6-week Obesity Prevention
Program designed to help you make simple,
realistic changes that can improve your health
and fit into everyday life. The program includes
two interactive classes each week focused on
movement, nutrition, hydration, cooking,
wellness, and building healthy habits.
Participants will take part in hands-on activities,
demonstrations, helpful resources, and practical
tips they can use at home. Together, we’ll focus
on setting realistic goals, making small changes,
and building healthy habits that can last beyond
the program.
Topics Include: Movement & Strength, Healthy
Smoothies, Hydration & Sugary Drinks, Cooking
& Nutrition, Oral Health, Balance & Core
Strength, Healthy Habits & Goal Setting,
Staying Consistent & Managing Setbacks
and more!
This is a 6-week course,2 classes per week
12 total classes, 80% attendance required to
qualify for the program incentive.
(Must attend at least 10 of 12 classes.)
Come learn, move, participate, and take
small steps toward a healthier you!
WEEK 1
Ralston Transit Building
Monday, October 19 | 9 – 11 am
Friday, October 23 | 9 – 11 am
Getting to know the program,
realistic changes, movement,
and setting goals.
WEEK 2
Ralston Transit Building
Monday, October 26 | 9 – 11 am
Thursday, October 29 | 9 – 11 am
Strength, beginner-friendly exercise,
hydration, and sugary drink swaps.
WEEK 3
Ralston Transit Building
Monday, November 2 | 9 – 11 am
Friday, November 6 | 9 – 11 am
Cooking, balanced meals, nutrition,
and oral health.
WEEK 4
**Ponca Heights Comm. Room
8401 White Eagle Ct. Omaha NE
Monday, November 9 | 9 – 11 am
Friday, November 13 | 9 – 11 am
Balance, core strength, stability,
and movement using equipment.
WEEK 5
Ralston Transit Building
Monday, November 16 | 9 – 11 am
Friday, November 20 | 9 – 11 am
Healthy habits, barriers, realistic
goals, stress, setbacks, and
consistency.
WEEK 6
Ralston Transit Building
Monday, November 30 | 9 – 11 am
Friday, December 4 | 9 – 11 am
Program recap, reflection, goal
review, celebrating progress,and
creating a plan to continue healthy
habits.
Fred LeRoy Health & Wellness Center | 2602 J Street | Omaha, NE
Join Ponca Health Services, Behavioral Health Program for a 8-week outpatient group designed for adults seeking support with emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. Drawing from evidence-based practices such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), the group provides practical tools for managing intense emotions, improving relationships, and enhancing overall mental well-being.
Open to all adults experiencing mood instability, impulsivity, interpersonal difficulties, high stress and/or substance use concerns.
For more information, please contact Jasmine Stephens at 402.658.4924 or at jstephens@poncatribe-ne.gov.
2nd Annual Behavioral Health
Smudge Walk
October 18 | 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Fred LeRoy Health & Wellness Center
2602 J Street | Omaha, NE
Join us as we walk to support those impacted
by addiction and celebrate the strength of recovery in our community.
This year, we are honored to welcome Dc Miller, who will share
his personal story of recovery, strength, and hope.
Through connection and shared strength, we come together to remind one another that:
Recovery is Possible.
For more information, please contact
Jessica Upton at 402.979.4440
or at jupton@poncatribe-ne.gov.
Join the Ponca Tribe of Nebraska for our Restoration Powwow, held October 24 in Norfolk Nebraska. Come early for the Cornhole Tournament and stay late for the Chili and Frybread contest, or join us the night before, on Friday, October 23 for a meal and Hand Game!
Ralston Transit Facility | 5701 South 85th Circle | Omaha, NE
September 30 | 5 – 6:30 pm
Sessions for youth ages 10-18, include beginner-friendly fitness and movement videos, stretching, yoga-inspired movement, balance and coordination activities, outdoor movement, team challenges, breathing exercises, grounding activities, mindfulness, guided relaxation, sensory-based coping activities, journaling or reflection prompts, and other practical techniques youth can use to move, calm, focus, and reset.
Some sessions may also include age-appropriate wellness handouts, activity cards, or take-home resources that reinforce skills youth can practice outside of class.
For more information contact Autumn Brownlee at 402.288.0219 or at abrownlee@poncatribe-ne.gov.
Norfolk Cafeteria | 1800 Syracuse Dr. | Norfolk, NE
All community members are invited to our weekly Talking Circle.
For questions or more information, please contact Tara Stahly at 402.928.0746 or at tstahly@poncatribe-ne.gov
Fred LeRoy 3rd Floor Conference Room | 2602 J Street | Omaha, NE
Join the Environmental Department for a hands-on science activity and discover how everyday items can impact our waterways.
The activity will help visualize the effects pollution has in our waterways. The goal is to demonstrate how everyday materials can add up to larger environmental problems and emphasize that education and awareness are important first steps toward protecting our water resources.
A small visual presentation or poster will be used throughout the activity to help participants understand the real-world effects of pollution on our waterways.
Each item below represents a real pollutant:
• Coffee grounds – Soil erosion
• Vegetable oil- Oil spill
• Pony beads- Trash
• Kool aid- Chemicals
📿Beads and Belonging:
🌟August 26th | 5 – 7 pm
🌟September 16th & 23rd | 5 – 7 pm
🌟October 21st & 28th | 5 – 7 pm
Ralston Transit Facility
5701 South 85th Circle | Omaha, NE
Project Venture will be presenting new beading projects each week. These classes are for youth ages 10–18, and all experience levels are welcome!
Participants will learn beginner-friendly beadwork techniques and create their own beadwork projects such as earrings, keychains, or necklaces.
Snacks will be provided. For more information or to register for the class, contact Autumn Brownlee at 402.288.0219 or at abrownlee@poncatribe-ne.gov.
☀️Rays of Renewal ☀️
DIY Hanging Stained-Glass Window
August 25, 2026 | 5 – 7 pm
Ralston Transit Bldg. 5701 S 85th Circle | Omaha, NE
Join the Ponca Tribe Domestic Violence Program for a Talking Circle and crafts. DV staff and participants will be crafting hanging stained-glass windows. For more information, please contact Marissa Hernandez-Corona at mhernandezcorona@poncatribe-ne.gov.