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The Seminole Tribune 20 April 7, 2006 RezDogContinued from page 1Native American women facingbreast cancer.A portion of the proceedsfrom calendar sales will go towardthe Native American CancerResearch Corporation.Being the first and only all-Indian swimsuit calendar of its kindproduced, there are obstacles,according to RezDog owners andcalendar producers, Mary and KeithDeHaas.“Were trying to breakdownsome of those stereotypical barriersstill out there,” said Mary DeHaas.“We are not just buckskin wearingmaidens.”As the first American Indianfamily owned and operated federallytrademarkedcompany in the U.S.,making a difference is important.“As an Indian owned andoperated venture, we feel it is timefor us to step up and take care of ourown…”said Keith DeHaas.The financial issuesinvolved are another obstacle, aswell. At a cost of $40,000 annuallyfor expenses, raising the funds todevelop such a project each year canbe difficult. The Seminole Tribe of Florida has made adifference as one this year’s sponsors.The final outcome is worth it in the endthough, according to Mary DeHaas.“I really enjoy the creative process, of startingout by finding, and selecting the 12 girls, it’s soexciting… There is an absolute joy in featuring Indianwomen in a mainstream way.”The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino was selectedas this year’s location for its great appeal and popularity.“It showcases the girls in an interesting setting,”Mary DeHaas said. “We chose places whichhave a significant Indian quality to them.”Chris JenkinsKeyah Osceola gives a smile for the cameras as she models herfather’s custom chopperFelix DoBoszThe 12 calendar models pose together outside the Seminole HardRock Hotel and Casino in Hollywood.One of the chosen 12 who debuted in her firstprofessional shoot was Seminole member andHollywood native, Keyah Osceola, 19. She says she isglad to be representing her reservation and the community.“I feel really, really lucky,” Osceola said.“It’s actually a big honor to be doing this, I am actuallythe first Seminole, and I’m especially proud.”Having the support of her family and friendsis a high priority from a tradition standpoint as well.“My grandparents are big on tradition andthey’re proud of me.”Osceola is of the Panther clan and was discoveredby Mary DeHaas at a pow-wow at the HardRock. Her plans are to attend FloridaState University and major in architectureor clothing and design of weddingdresses.The idea and emotions behindthe calendar come from overcomingpersonal misfortune and tragedy in theDeHaas household. The mother ofMary DeHaas, Edna Boardman, is acancer survivor. RezDog co-owner andhusband, Keith DeHaas lost his mother,Rita Ann McLaughlin, the 1955 MissIndian America, to cancer in 1987.With these hardships, alongwith constant requests for a calendar,and the desire to help and sponsorNative American women interested inmodeling and entertainment careers,the calendar was born. Each year’s editionhas since then been dedicated inRita’s honor and memory.Beginning in May, fans andsupporters can pick up their copy of thecalendar or video at any NativeAmerican gift shop nationwide or atwww.RezDog.com.
The Seminole Tribune 21 April 7, 2006NAMMYs Launches National Voting, InvitesMedia to Participate in Nomination ProcessAwards Show Presented By Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & CasinoNominees to be Announced April 15Submitted by NAMMYsThe Eighth Annual Native American MusicAwards, or NAMMYS, has commenced the nominationselection process with the launch of its nationalvoting campaign. More than 150 national recordingswere submitted for nomination consideration and arenow featured on the NAMMYS’ website, www.nammys.com,where registered advisory board memberscan listen to select music tracks from each recordingbefore casting their vote.The NAMMYS, in cooperation with DigitalEndeavors, are issuing complimentary memberships tonational and local media interested in participating inthe nomination selection process. For further information,contact Nammys@aol.com.With native roots from Alaska to NewZealand, more than 30 awards categories display thedepth and diversity of this year’s growing NativeAmerican music scene. Awards categories include:Best Rock/Pop Recording, Jazz/Blues Recording,Gospel/Christian Recording, Instrumental Recording,Traditional Recording, Pow Wow Recording, Rap/HipHop Recording, and Spoken Word among others.The voting deadline, for both paper ballotsand website votes is April 1. Nominees will beannounced by April 15. An estimated one million peopleare expected to participate in the national votingprocess upon its completion in June.The NAMMYS, which USA Today urged, “totake seriously” and Indian Country Today has called“Awesome & Incredible” promises to deliver anothermagical evening of pride and musical excellence thisyear. The Native American Music Awards has beenacclaimed for having “all the professionalism and productionvalues of much larger events like the GrammyAwards and the American Music Awards,” accordingto the American Federation of Radio TelevisionArtists.The Eighth Annual Native American MusicAwards is scheduled to return to the Seminole HardRock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Fla. on June 8.Visit www.seminolehardrockhollywood.com orwww.Nammys.com for more information.
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