For Nostalgia Day on Sept. 11, Niwot extended an invitation to the Northern Arapaho Language and Culture Commission for the dedication of the second tree sculpture carved by Eddie Running Wolf. The response was an overwhelming “yes.”

Among others, commission co-chairs Alonzo Moss Sr. and William C’Hair will be attending. Moss was instrumental in preserving the Arapaho language and was recently recognized in Oklahoma for his work with Arapaho education and culture.

As part of the dedication, a plaque will be presented in honor of peace and understanding for future generations.

Liz Darling, who has been involved in coordinating the attendance of the Northern Arapaho representatives, said that two Arapaho Dance Troups from the Wind River Reservation are coming to dance as part of Nostalgia Day following the parade on Sept 11.

Darling noted the relationship between the Arapahos at Wind River and Niwot is unique. What started as a coat drive for the reservation is now blossoming into a capital campaign for an endowment and scholarship to fund Arapaho children in continued educational efforts.

Darling is passionate about helping the Arapaho. With high juvenile crime rates on the reservation, she believes assisting the younger generation is imperative. The project is an effort to “gain higher understanding and tolerance of cultures,” said Darling.