Vendors

Milissa Cerio Crafts – Milissa creates some of the finest beadwork jewelry around. She owes her love of
bead work to her teacher and dear friend, Rose Harley (Mohawk). She hopes to keep Rose’s memory
alive with the beadwork that she creates. Rose taught Milissa, to put love into each bead and never
bead when she is upset or impatient. Robert George (Seneca) shares her love of creating and is self
taught bone, wood and stone carver. He creates pieces that are inspired by the natural elements he
works with. Milissa has been a friend of SGS and NNF since before its inception and now holds the title
of Treasurer on our board.

Vincent Cruz Native Crafts – Vincent offers many crafts and outer wear. His shop also offers reasonably
priced gifts for children making his a must stop for the kids.

Native Spirit Shop – Jassier Cabrera offers many crafts and outer wear. His shop also offers reasonably
priced gifts for children making his a must stop for the kids.

Inca Maki – Jose Cabascango Cabrera offers many crafts and outer wear. His shop also offers reasonably
priced gifts for children making his a must stop for adults and kids alike.

Talking Hands Native Crafts and Porcupine Quill Creations – Al “Talking Hands” creates beautiful
porcupine quill based items, generally on leather. His creations are all one of a kind and very unique. Al
has been an NNF vendor and educator since its inception in 2018 when he educated thousands of school
aged children during the NNF Student day in 2018 and 2019.

Luis and Rose Salinas Nahui Ollin Aztec crafts – Luis and Rose have been NNF performers and vendors
since its inception in 2018. While not performing, you can stop by to talk to them and purchase their
amazing Aztec jewelry and other crafts.

Diosa Organics – Diosa Organics Superfoods was born out of necessity for healthy
lifestyle options when Brett moved to Playa del Carmen, Mexico. There were little to no
options available along the lines of superfoods and functional beverages, specifically
Kombucha. Brewing Kombucha was not in the business plan, but after a scoby
babysitting gig turned into an adoption, I was hooked. I realized then that there was an
unspoken responsibility to share this medicine of antiquity with the community.

Bonnie’s Bits and Historically Speaking – Bonnie and Paul have unique style. Bonnie sells Native
American things that she picks up over time. These can include deer toes, bones, and stones while Paul
is the talker of the two. Paul has been performing his historic characterizations of Ben Franklin, Teddy
Roosevellt, A Seneca Indian Elder, a Civil War solder and many more for over 32 years throughout New
York, Pennsylvania, across New England and the Eastern Seaboard.

Cleveland Flutes – Al is of Mohawk/Cree decent and has been a flutemaker and player for the past 40+
years.   His flutes are made many different kinds of wood and are made in the Native American way. 
They have been played by well-known native artists such as Joann Shenandoah, Mary Youngblood,

Joseph Firecrow (a past NNF performer and educator), Curtis Waterman to name a few.  Stop by his
booth for a demo. (Note: One of the founders of SGS, Melissa Zajicek received her first Native flute for
her 16 th birthday, from her parents who purchased the flute from Al Cleveland. Over ten years have
passed and it is still her favorite flute. One of our current board members, Gael Orr also purchased a
flute from Al in 2022 and loves it!)

Laura Chee Native Crafts – Laura Chee offers fine silversmith jewelry and beadwork.
Kevin Sorenson Flint and Glass Napping – Kevin creates amazing knifes and other items by napping
glass or flint into arrow heads and knife points. Kevin has been an NNF vendor and educator since its
inception in 2018 when he educated thousands of school aged children during the NNF Student day in
2018 and 2019.

The Healing Nature Store – Healing Nature is a family owned business located in Port Jefferson, Long
Island. We offer a large variety of alkaline herbal products and services.
Our mission is to heal the world, one person at a time. We pride ourselves on educating our customers
resulting in the best healing experience from start to finish. Our products are authentic showcasing our
personal touch.
Our clients are our main priority and satisfaction is guaranteed! Healing begins with you. We look
forward to meeting you and your future business.

Mud Creek Bison – Mud Creek Bison Ranch and Restaurant located in Savona, NY is
“The Frontier of the Southern Tier”. Offering educational, narrated tours of the ranch
where you can safely view the Bison and enjoy the views. Visit the retail center
offering fresh Bison Meat and gift shop including Mud Creek Bison Ranch souvenirs.
And now, our new restaurant offers an ever changing menu of bison based products.
You won’t leave hungry!

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ARTIST VENDOR – Eli Thomas Arts

Native American Indian Art, Limited edition art prints , Gifts with Meaning . Holiday day gifts ! Native American Wisdom Keeper/Artist/Teacher. Sharing the Wisdom of the Ancestors and Respect for the Natural World. ” Everything is connected and related , nothing stands alone Eli Thomas I express the knowledge of my culture ,the Onondaga Nation thru my artwork. The images form a panorama of earth, sky, fire and water. To experience my paintings is to discover the oral traditions and cultural symbols of the Onondaga Nation. Stories and symbols of my heritage blended with and connected with the natural world encourage and elevate the human spirit to embrace that which is positive in life. Felling appreciation, giving thanks, seeking peace, and showing respect for all living things are values innate in my visual representations. The prevalent image of the wolf is a personal symbol of my clan relationship. The wolf is a teacher, a four-legged brother, a relative worthy of respect. My artistic expression is attributed to the wisdom and example of my father. Grant Thomas. ” I learned to observe and to be a good listener because of my father”. I gathered information by listening to the stories and wisdom of the elders. I give thanks every day for that. My brother the wolf, is a teacher, I love sharing personal experiences and storytelling. I also teaches on all levels, from elementary school to the university. Good teaching inspires students to consider new concepts, it provokes their curiosity so they may venture beyond their familiar neighborhood into a larger more dynamic world.” ” Students of diverse backgrounds fix their eyes on Eli’s art and travel the path of Haudenosaunee cultural experiences to find universal truths. In the process , they learn something of their own inner-beauty and open their eyes to the beauty and value of all living things.” The students feel positive about themselves, others, and the world around them because Eli Thomas has shared his ideas with the stroke of his brush.” I am grateful to Joanie my life partner.. I had been in severe emotional despair and near death with medical problems when we met.. and not able to do my art … taking all just to keep alive and was not sure I even wanted to be… I have with her now still healing from allot of trauma , but with her support I am able to create again. New Eli Thomas Art stories on YouTube ! Okwaho, Traveling Together, and Turtle Island FOLLOW ON FACEBOOK Eli Thomas Art Information

FOOD VENDORS
PDR Catering – Doug Walborn whips up the best sausage and French fries this side
of California. He and his crew are always eager to please the customer with some of
the best tasting food in the area.

Four Feathers Eatery – SGS has teamed with PDR Catering to offer Native American
foods inspired by the SGS staff and our performance groups. Foods offered include
Fry bread, three sisters soup, Bison Burgers and more!