Honoring heritage, tradition, and unity during Historic Milestone
Corning, Calif. – (July 29, 2024) – The Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians celebrated a historic milestone with the successful completion of their first-ever Big Time Event, on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at the Equestrian Center at the Rolling Hills Casino & Resort. This daylong event served as a vibrant testament to the Tribe’s commitment to preserving and sharing its rich cultural heritage.
Attendees were immersed in the traditions and customs of the Paskenta Tribe through ceremonial dances, vibrant displays of traditional regalia, and the rhythmic pulse of traditional music. The event offered an array of experiences, including traditional dances and ceremonies, unique native jewelry, information booths from local organizations and non-profits, a variety of delicious food, and a performance from special guest Eric Michael Hernandez, a renowned Native American Hoop Dancer and Storyteller from the Lumbee Tribe.
“This inaugural Big Time Event was a resounding success, filling our hearts with immense pride,” said Tribal Chairman Andrew “Dru” Alejandre. This marks a historic moment for my people and pays respects to our ancestors. I know they’re proud of how we are honoring and sharing our heritage. It was moving to witness the community come together to celebrate our Tribe’s culture and traditions and build bridges of understanding.”
The Big Time Event served as a way for the Paskenta Tribe to remember who they are as California Indian people, reminding members of their historical traditions that will live on forever. The event provides a purpose to gather with brothers and sisters of other nations and showcase the strength of the Paskenta Tribe’s ancestors, that have been passed down through many generations. The Paskenta Nomlaki Band of Indians believes this will remain one of the many ways they will continue to build and revitalize their way of life and, more importantly, share with their community with those in the region.
The Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians extends its deepest gratitude to the event sponsors for their generous support, especially to Drummond Woodsum Attorneys at Law, JE Photography & Production, and Shasta College Foundation for their unwavering commitment to promoting cultural exchange and community enrichment. Their contributions were instrumental in making this event a resounding success.
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ABOUT THE PASKENTA BAND OF NOMLAKI INDIANS
The Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians owns Rolling Hills Casino & Resort, which includes the Casino, three restaurants, two conference centers, a Brewery & Distillery, RV Park and Travel Center, The Equestrian Center at Rolling Hills and The Links at Rolling Hills Golf Course. They employ over 500 team members, most of whom work full time with health care benefits and 401k options. Each year, hundreds of thousands of guests visit Rolling Hills Casino, bringing with them tourist dollars that benefit the local economy. The Casino and the Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians are strong community partners supporting local programs through generous grants and sponsorships. The Paskenta Nomlaki Foundation donates hundreds of thousands of dollars to community organizations each year, with over $9 million donated to benefit local health, safety and education programs.