Scotts Valley Band of Pomo Indians

06/12/2026

For our Scotts Valley Band of Pomo Indians Tribal members!!!

We are already planning our Back to School Celebration being held on Friday, July 17, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Ye-Mah-Bax Land Conservation, located at 8220 Scotts Valley Road in Upper Lake, CA, 95485.

There will be a water slide, taco bar, haircuts, lawn games, Scholastic Book Fair, and SVBPI Program/Information booths! SVBPI Tribal members enrolled in K-12 will receive a backpack filled with school supplies and a clothing incentive.

Virtual Scholastic Book Fair will be open from July 17-30, 2026, check it out here: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/scottsvalleypomoindians

For more information, contact: Nasbah Ben at (707) 530-5366 and for transportation, contact Julian Big Bear at (707) 671-5114.

06/11/2026

Community connection matters.

The Scotts Valley Band of Pomo Indians are grateful for Councilmember Helen-Marie Gordon continued commitment to the Vallejo community and the meaningful relationships she builds through her service. We appreciate her partnership and the positive impact she continues to make throughout the community.

Thank you, Councilmember Gordon, for your leadership and service.

06/11/2026

Chairman Shawn Davis, Council Member Gabriel Ray, and tribal staff had a fun time attending Pista Sa Nayon 2026 in Vallejo this weekend!

We enjoyed connecting with community members, supporting local vendors, and exploring the many incredible craft booths that made the event so special. Thank you to the awesome organizers, volunteers, vendors, and everyone who helped make this year's celebration such a success.

We are grateful for the opportunity to be part of such a vibrant community event and look forward to attending again next year!

06/10/2026

Our Environmental day camps start in 2 weeks! Make sure to get registered and share this opportunity for Tribal youth and their families!

Please spread the word and have youth register by scanning the QR code on the flyer or clicking here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/uEuqynQbYG

SVBPI is hosting this event to promote Traditional Ecological Knowledge and Land stewardship education with train the trainer opportunities for youth to engage in. We will spend three days at each camp promoting multi-generational learning/teaching covering cultural, environmental, math, art, plants, navigation, safety, and food!

We will have three sessions, to accommodate different grade levels:
• High School - Friday to Sunday, June 26-28, 2026
• Middle School - Thursday to Saturday, July 9-11, 2026
• Elementary School - Monday to Wednesday, July 13-15, 2026

All camps will be from 9:00am - 3:00 PM, on the days listed, at the Ye-Mah-Bax Land Conservation, located at 8220 Scotts Valley Road, Upper Lake, CA 95485. Lunch, snacks, and transportation will be provided.

Please spread the word and have youth register by scanning the QR code on the flyer or clicking here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/uEuqynQbYG

For more information, contact Nasbah Ben at (707) 245-5843 or Patricia Franklin at (707) 272-1614.

06/03/2026

Sharing the attached flyer and encouraging all SVBPI Staff (anyone working under the SVBPI umbrella) and all SVBPI Tribal members attend the CPR class!

Class will be from 10am-4pm at the SVBPI Tribal Office: 804 11th Street Lakeport, CA, 95453 on Saturday, June 13, 2026.

CPR is a lifesaving skill, allowing us to help our community in times of need. Lunch will be provided and you will earn a certificate that is valid for 2 years. You can register by using the qr code on the flyer or by using this link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/WBgH9z4Zab

For information and Transportation, contact: Timara Ray : (707) 533-3613 or [email protected]

06/03/2026

Last night, SVBPI Council Members Gabriel Ray and Crista Ray, along with Environmental Director Patricia Franklin, joined Vallejo City Unified School District's Teacher Appreciation Assembly, an evening dedicated to recognizing the educators and staff who help shape the next generation.

As a proud sponsor of the event, Scotts Valley was pleased to celebrate alongside the teachers, administrators, and school employees whose commitment extends far beyond the classroom.

Congratulations & Thank you to all of the award recipients, retirees, and years-of-service honorees recognized throughout the evening.

Thank you for welcoming us to be part of the celebration.

05/29/2026

Chairman Davis proudly represented the Scotts Valley Band of Pomo Indians at Leadership Vallejo's 18th Annual Open House.

Thank you to Leadership Vallejo for the warm welcome and for your continued commitment to developing community leaders and strengthening Vallejo. We appreciate the opportunity to connect, learn, and support the important work being done throughout the region.

05/22/2026

Reminder of the Elders dinner this coming Thursday, May 28, 2026, from 5:30 - 8:00 pm. Please share info with your SVBPI Elder and join us!

We are inviting our SVBPI Elder members to join us for an Elders Council Dinner being held on May 28, 2026, from 5:30 - 8:00 pm at the Tribal Office, located at 804 11th Street, Lakeport, CA 95453.

For information and Transportation, please contact: Timara Ray : (707) 533-3613.

05/22/2026

We have three more sessions for this round of Traditional Resiliency Gathering, join us on Tuesdays evenings from 5:00 - 8:00 pm

2nd Round of Riggins Building Schedule:
5 pm- 8pm
Thursdays.
Dinner @ 5 pm

April 16 and 23; May 7, 14, 21, and 28 - Necklaces, Earrings, Belts, Breechcloth's, Back Pieces, and Top Knots
June 4 and 11 - Necklaces, Earrings, Back Pieces, Top knots, Eye pieces and Yellowhammers

Facilitators:
Tim Snow - Habematolel Pomo of Upper Lake - Back pieces and topknots
Alycia Ford- Yurok Tribe - Beading Eye pieces, and earrings

For more information, contact Jennifer L. Ray @ (707) 349-9846 or [email protected]

05/22/2026

Sharing the flyer for the monthly SVBPI Youth Council meetings, please share with our SVBPI youth!

This is a monthly meeting space for SVBPI youth, ages 12-26, to plan activities, cultural events, and a future for the Tribe.

These meetings are now on the last Wednesday of every month, from 6:00-7:00 pm. SVBPI youth can attend in person at 804 11th Street, Lakeport CA, 95453 or virtually at: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/2706637166034...

For more information, contact Heather Armstrong @ 707-530-5566 or [email protected].