The Tetuwan Oyate, Teton Sioux Nation Treaty Council, established in 1893 by Chief He Dog, will present a Commemoration of the Fort Laramie Treaty of 1851.

The gathering begins at 9 a.m. today at the Mother Butler Center in Rapid City. An honoring ceremony for Janice Badhorse Larson from the Lower Brule Treaty Office will be held in the morning session. This will be followed by a film, "The River that Harms," which shows what happened in the Southwest to the Navajo people when the Puerco River was contaminated with uranium and radioactivity.

Items for discussion in the afternoon include: What to do about the uranium and radioactive pollution in the Treaty Territory, the Keystone XL Oil Pipeline to be built in the Treaty Territory, and the Air Force plans to expand their training areas. Other items may be brought to the floor for discussion and solutions.

A noon meal will be provided. Donations of salads, breads, desserts and drinks are welcome. All monetary donations are tax-exempt. Call 605-399-1868.

The event is sponsored by Defenders of the Black Hills on behalf of the Teton Sioux Nation Treaty Council.

For information, e-mail bhdefenders@msn.com or call 605-399-1868.