Native American Center Tri-Valley CA

09/29/2026

October event in San Jose!!

🌟 Join us for American Indian Cultural Projects during the American Indian Heritage Celebration! 🌟

Create your own abalone necklace and earrings with Ohlone Culture Bearers & Language Keepers Louise Ramirez and Monica V. Arellano.

Saturday, 10/24 starting at 3 pm
@ Yerba Buena High School Gym

Free and open to all—come learn, create, and celebrate culture!

09/14/2026

- Monday September 21st! 4:30-7 pm TVNAC will be open and teaching the importance of respecting nature's jewelry.

For many years Native Americans have been using Tule, Abalone, Obsidian, Pine Nuts, and more to positively enhance their way of life. Stop by the classroom to learn more.

Snacks and water will be provided - Veggies with Dip & Granola Bars!

2451 Portola Ave. Classroom 25 Livermore CA
(Westside of Campus) Please park in the SMALL drop off circle!

09/08/2026

Upcoming California Powwows!! Save the dates!!

08/18/2026

Upcoming September event!!

9/11/2026 - Last update before we get to see everyone! Sunday's Handgames Tournament is moved from 8220 Scotts Valley Road Upper Lake, CA 95485 to 7130 Red Hills Road, Kelseyville, CA 95451, the same location as our Big Time. Our Scotts Valley property is in the evacuation warning area for the Lucas Fire and this is the safest option to still enjoy handgames. Get a good nights rest and we will see you this weekend!

9/4/26 - We are cancelling the Butchering and In-ground cooking class, scheduled for September 11, 2026. Don't worry, we will still have meat cooking all night and ready to serve at the Big Time! Also, registration for vendors is closed, we have reached our capacity!

We have one more week and are counting down to seeing you there!

Clappers clapping please...

The Ye-Mah-Bax dancers have been busy planning this year's Big Time and invite our community to join us for three (3) days of activities! Please support the dancers by sharing our flyer and joining us for one , two, or all activities as we celebrate the theme: Passing the torch and following the youth leadership!

September 12, 2026 - Big Time Celebration - 7130 Red Hills Road, Kelseyville, CA 95451
10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Dancing
Food
Horseshoe Tournament
In-ground cooked foods
Art & Food Vendors

September 13, 2026 - Handgames Tournament - 7130 Red Hills Road, Kelseyville, CA 95451
Sign-ups: 10:00 am - noon
$10/player buy-in
CA Rules
2-5 players
No drums
Bring chairs
All ages welcome
Limited cell phone service on site
Prizes: 1st - $4,000, 2nd - $2,200, & 3rd - $1,000

Contact: Patricia Franklin @ (707)272-1614 or [email protected]

08/10/2026

The Tri-Valley Native American Center invites you to make this school year a year of connection, culture, learning, and community.

🌿 Meet new families
🪶 Reconnect with community
🏞️ Explore culture & traditions
📚 Access educational resources
❤️ Join family activities & events
🌟 Share your voice and family histories

New to TVNAC? Welcome!
Been with us before? We’re glad you’re back!
There’s a place for every family in our circle. Come be part of the community!

Monday August 31st 4:30-7 pm Stop by & learn more!
2451 Portola Ave. Classroom 25 Livermore CA 94551
Be sure to look for the yellow sign with balloons!
(Small drop off circle, NOT the Main Parking lot)

08/10/2026

Star Quilt Patchwork was such a fun class over the summer. Thank you to the Livermore Public Library for hosting this class at all three locations.

*Reminder to the student's who participated, please email your finished quilt square to [email protected]!!

Next Library event will be Nov. 22nd at Civic Center location. Stay tuned for more information as the date approaches.

06/23/2026

Collaborations with the public library have been such a meaningful connection to TVNAC!!
Thank you for continuing to provide time & community space for Indigenous heritage and history! 🤎

06/22/2026

Today at Rincon Library 6 pm!!
Tuesday at Springtown Library 6 pm!!
Thursday at Civic Center Library 6 pm!!

Call 925-373-5505 to register to make a Star Quilt Craft with Tri-Valley Native American Center. Teens and adults are invited to join Tina Henson from TVNAC who will guide you in making a star quilt patch. Registration is required.

Also, it's Summer Learning time through August 4, 2026. All ages will receive a free book just for signing up! Register at Livermore.beanstack.org or on the Beanstack app. Paper gameboards are also available at all Livermore Library locations. Participants who track their reading and activities will earn raffle tickets towards drawings for prizes. Thanks to Friends of the Livermore Library and our other partners for making the Summer Learning program and events possible.

06/15/2026

🎆July 3rd, 4th & 5th Three Rivers Powwow in Manteca, Ca

COME OUT FOR OUR 46TH ANNUAL POW WOW FOR THREE RIVERS INDIAN LODGE JULY 3RD-5TH, 2026 for more information call the office at 209-858-2421
See you there!!
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06/15/2026

⭐️ Friendly Reminders for this upcoming week 6/15-6/19 ⭐️
Monday 6/15 Beading Class - Intro class working with pony beads to get comfortable with the supplies. The first step to any great project is learning patience with your needle, thread, and beads no matter the size. In July we will integrate smaller beads.
RSVP to [email protected] to schedule a time to drop by the classroom any time between 11-6 pm. RSVP is necessary for supplies and for special parking instructions.

Tuesday 6/16 - Beading & Sewing Day!!
This is a day for any one with an unfinished project, Beading or Sewing. Classroom 25 is a creative space to help motivate those who need help starting or finishing a project!!
RSVP to [email protected] to schedule a time to drop by the classroom any time between 11-6 pm. RSVP is necessary for parking instructions.

⭐️ TVNAC will be CLOSED 6/17-6/21!! ⭐️