Inside Motahkomikuk

08/05/2026

The July edition of Inside Motahkomikuk is here!

"This month features repairs to the community birchbark canoe by Masqewuloq founder Eric Bacon and Penobscot councilmember Jason Pardilla, who shared photographs and knowledge about canoe building and restoration. The Passamaquoddy Youth Wellness Court hosts an ash pounding demonstration with Passamaquoddy Forester Thomas Newell, passing down traditional wisdom of how to process brown ash for basketry. The Rec building makes a huge transition to the Boys & Girls Club network, opening up substantial resources to the community youth. The Sabattus Family needs our help – please think about donating to their family fund, or at the very least keep them in your thoughts. "

08/05/2026

The June edition of Inside Motahkomikuk is here!

"This month features a day exclusive to Shenna Bellows, where she, as the Secretary of State of Maine, presents the original Maine Constitution that includes the Wabanaki nations. shortly after she concludes her gubernatorial run for the Maine primaries here at Motahkomikuk, where she began. The Annual “Remember Me” Softball Tournament reigns in its third successful year, which honors and celebrates the life of Jack RT Downing. Passamaquoddy Health Center welcomes back Kelsey LaCoote for the summer and shares a brief Patient Reminder. The Passamaquoddy Youth Wellness Court hosts some incredible events that further indigenous crafts and teach valuable historical context to the younger generations. Skye from Wabanaki Public Health and Wellness hosts a Pride Walk at Motahkomikuk in celebration of Pride Month."

07/01/2026

The July edition of Inside Motahkomikuk is here!

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"This month features a day exclusive to Shenna Bellows, where she, as the Secretary of State of Maine, presents the original Maine Constitution that includes the Wabanaki nations. shortly after she concludes her gubernatorial run for the Maine primaries here at Motahkomikuk, where she began. The Annual “Remember Me” Softball Tournament reigns in its third successful year, which honors and celebrates the life of Jack RT Downing. Passamaquoddy Health Center welcomes back Kelsey LaCoote for the summer and shares a brief Patient Reminder. The Passamaquoddy Youth Wellness Court hosts some incredible events that further indigenous crafts and teach valuable historical context to the younger generations. Skye from Wabanaki Public Health and Wellness hosts a Pride Walk at Motahkomikuk in celebration of Pride Month."

06/02/2026

06/02/2026

The May 2026 edition of Inside Motahkomikuk is here!

"This month features the Motahkomikuk 8th-grade graduating class, some great updates from ITS and Maine Indian Education, and celebrates Passamaquoddy High School Graduates. Red Dress Day continues to shine a guiding light on the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women’s movement, as our very own Domestic & Sexual Violence Advocacy Center hosts its annual walk to raise local awareness. A new initiative at the Picture Rocks petroglyphs posts a major employment listing. Passamaquoddy students from both Sipayik & Motahkomikuk visit the Pennamaquan River with Tribal Historian Donald Soctomah to learn all things waterways, fisheries, and friendships. As warm weather begins to roll into the Dawnlands, so do all of the summer events – look out for everything going on in June and beyond.
IM turns one year – we look forward to continuing to capture moments, highlight history, and share our stories!"

05/06/2026

The April 2026 edition of Inside Motahkomikuk is here!

"This month features a visit from gubernatorial candidate Hannah Pingree; she shares her stance on tribal sovereignty among other topics. Elders were able to get in contact with local resources at the annual Elder Expo, hosted by the Indian Township Health Center and Wabanaki Public Health & Wellness. The Bingo Hall reached its capacity at the last High Stakes Bingo and is hoping for an expansion before May's High Stakes dates. The serene Bear Lodge & Cabins down the New Pit Road have made some worthy upgrades and are taking bookings throughout the year.
Starting on page 8, May has a handful of upcoming events to look forward to with some that may pop up with shorter notices."

05/04/2026

The April 2026 edition of is here!

"This month features a visit from gubernatorial candidate Hannah Pingree; she shares her stance on tribal sovereignty among other topics. Elders were able to get in contact with local resources at the annual Elder Expo, hosted by the Indian Township Health Center and Wabanaki Public Health & Wellness. The Bingo Hall reached its capacity at the last High Stakes Bingo and is hoping for an expansion before May's High Stakes dates. The serene Bear Lodge & Cabins down the New Pit Road have made some worthy upgrades and are taking bookings throughout the year.

Starting on page 8, May has a handful of upcoming events to look forward to with some that may pop up with shorter notices."

04/03/2026

The March edition of Inside Motahkomikuk is here! ☀️🦅