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Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for Feb. 20 — CAA opinion: Arizona Needs to Break Down Barriers Blocking Support for Kinship Families. See related stories here
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019 Connections Spotlight CAA opinion: Arizona Needs to Break Down Barriers Blocking Support for Kinship Families. See related stories here All children who live in foster care…
U.S. Rep. Tom O’Halleran update for Feb. 19 — U.S. is now $22 TRILLION in debt
Click here for the entire e-newsletter WEBSITE | MEET TOM | CONTACT | ISSUES | NEWSROOM | HELPING YOU Dear Friend, NPR: U.S. National Debt Hits Record $22 Trillion This week, our nation hit that incredibly troubling milestone. Our…
Sedona Arts Center update for Feb. 19 — Free Demos, Talks, Presentations and so much more…
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Talks, Demos, Workshops, & More! Sedona’s Deep Connection to Modern Art February 22 / 4 to 5pm Free Talk Presented by Mark Rownd Sedona holds a significant but little known place in the…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Feb. 18 — We want to See You at This Month’s PTO Meeting on Feb. 27
“Like” SMS PTO on Facebook Hope to see many of you at the PTO meeting this week! If you have any more questions feel free to reply to this email and we’ll get back to you as soon as we…
‘Todos Dignos’ immigration panel to be held at Firecreek Coffee Company as part of Flagstaff Mountain Film Festival on Feb. 17
FLAGSTAFF — As part of the Flagstaff Mountain Film Festival, a special (Un)Documented event featuring Professor Judith Costello, NAU, two DACA students, Alexandra Samarron from Repeal Coalition and members of our undocumented community will be held from 11 a.m. to…
Expect More Arizona — A Big Win For Arizona’s Multilingual Students
A Big Win For Arizona’s Multilingual Students Aside from Arizona’s 107th Birthday, we have something big to celebrate – Senate Bill 1014 (and House Bill 2184) passed unanimously and was officially signed into law by Governor Ducey (Feb. 14). This…
Consulado General de México en Phoenix: Eventos de Interés Para La Comunidad
Información de Interés para la Comunidad Conoce la Guía Paisano – Invierno 2018: Consulta los materiales aquí No te pierdas el trabajo de la fotógrafa y bióloga mexicana Cristina Mittermeier en el Mesa Arts Center! Descubre la importancia de trabajar…
Coconino County, City of Flagstaff offices closed in observance of Presidents Day
COCONINO COUNTY — All Coconino County administrative offices will be closed Monday, Feb. 18 in observance of Presidents Day. While the administrative offices at the Sheriff’s Office will be closed, Dispatch, Patrol and Detention will be open. Records will be open…
Summer ramada reservations available for County Parks
Coconino County Parks and Recreation will begin accepting summer ramada reservations on Feb. 19, 2019. There are 11 ramadas at four County parks available for rent. Ramadas are for hosting parties, reunions and get-togethers. They are available for rent seven…
KNAU update for Feb. 15 — States Weigh Bills Addressing Native Deaths, Disappearances
Click here for the latest KNAU news Support Your Public Radio! Popular KNAU Links Like us on Facebook On-Air Schedule Follow us on Twitter Local Events Calendar Current News Stories Support KNAU! KNAU Insider prEview – February 15th, 2019 States Weigh…
Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for Feb. 13 — Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra’s Masterworks IV, Ardrey Auditorium Feb. 15
Click here for the entire e-newsletter This Week’s Happening Highlights The Flagstaff CVB publishes Flagstaff 365 Happenings on a weekly basis to highlight local events happening in and around Flagstaff. It is distributed throughout Downtown Flagstaff, displayed in kiosks and…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for Feb. 13 — Registration now open for Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth’s 2019 Annual Child Abuse Prevention Conference on April 18
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2019 Connections Spotlight Registration now open for Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth’s 2019 Annual Child Abuse Prevention Conference on April 18 FLAGSTAFF— In recognition of…
District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler’s update for Feb. 12 — County offices CLOSED in observance of Presidents’ Day
February 12, 2019 Please take a moment to read some of the latest news and upcoming events within Coconino County and it’s surrounding areas. Feel free to share this e-newsletter and encourage others to sign up! Share Forward District 5 Highlights County offices…
United Way of Northern Arizona update for Feb. 12 — 2019 Recognition Event
Click here for the entire e-newsletter You are cordially invited to the United Way of Northern Arizona Recognition Event. We’ll be gathering at the Little America Hotel on Wednesday, March 6 at 11:30 am to celebrate YOU, our wonderful…
Patrice Horstman Launches her Candidacy for Coconino County Board of Supervisors
Editor’s Note: AmigosNAZ does not endorse particular candidates running for political office. AmigosNAZ reserves the right to refuse paid political advertisement. FLAGSTAFF — Patrice Horstman, a 40-year resident of Flagstaff, announces she will be seeking the District 1 Coconino County Board…
ECoNA update for Feb. 12 — TGen Working to Unravel AFM Mystery
The bioscience sector, a continually growing part of the economy in northern Arizona, often brings our region national and even international acclaim. It is likely to happen again. One of our local bioscience powerhouses recently released a study that…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Feb. 11 — Final Call for Flagstaff Mall Receipts
“Like” SMS PTO on Facebook Mark Your Calendars! If you have any more questions feel free to reply to this email and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can. Your SMS PTO This Week’s Newsletter Sponsored By……
LAUNCH Flagstaff report recommends expanding preschool in Flagstaff
FLAGSTAFF — When her son Demitrius was 3 years old, Kate Maragos felt guilty. As a mom of three, a Sunday school teacher, a volunteer and a long-term placement foster mom, Maragos was stretched thin. “Honestly I didn’t have much left…
Coconino County releases Grand Canyon North Rim Economic Impact Study
COCONINO COUNTY — The purpose of the study, funded and requested by the County, was to examine the economic impact of keeping the North Rim open to visitors from May 1 – Oct. 30, which would add two weeks on…
United Way of Northern Arizona update for Feb. 8 — Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program in several communities
Click here for the entire e-newsletter VITA Dates Announced United Way of Northern Arizona is again offering the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program in several communities to provide FREE help with filing 2018 income tax returns. IRS-certified volunteers…
KNAU update for Feb. 8 — Love of Public Radio Week Begins Sunday
Click here for the latest KNAU news Support Your Public Radio! Popular KNAU Links Like us on Facebook On-Air Schedule Follow us on Twitter Local Events Calendar Current News Stories Support KNAU! KNAU Insider prEview – February 8th, 2019 Earth Notes:…
Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for Feb. 7 — GORE-TEX Kahtoola Uphill, Arizona Snowbowl Fremont Restaurant & Bar on Feb. 9
Click here for the entire e-newsletter This Week’s Happening Highlights The Flagstaff CVB publishes Flagstaff 365 Happenings on a weekly basis to highlight local events happening in and around Flagstaff. It is distributed throughout Downtown Flagstaff, displayed in kiosks and…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for Feb. 6 — Nominations now open for 18th Annual Arizona Out-of-School Time Awards of Excellence
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2019 Connections Spotlight Nominations now open for 18th Annual Arizona Out-of-School Time Awards of Excellence The Arizona Center for Afterschool Excellence is seeking nominations for the “2019 Arizona…
Flagstaff joins the Global Covenant of Mayors in commitment to climate action
FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff City Council adopted Resolution 2019-04, authorizing the Mayor to sign the Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate & Energy Pledge at the City Council meeting on Feb. 5, 2019. By joining the Covenant, Flagstaff pledges to…
Sedona Arts Center update for Feb. 6 — Art Workshops at Sedona Arts Center
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Art Workshops at Sedona Arts Center Workshops offer an intensive experience that will provide inspiration and information to distill and practice for months and even years afterwards. A wide variety of disciplines and…
District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler’s update for Feb. 5 — Registration is open for Colorado Plateau Economic Development Symposium on March 7
February 5, 2019 Please take a moment to read some of the latest news and upcoming events within Coconino County and it’s surrounding areas. Feel free to share this e-newsletter and encourage others to sign up! Share Forward District 5 Highlights Registration is…
Coconino Community College’s Stellar Newsletter Feb. 5 update
Coconino Community College’s Stellar Newsletter Sharing the news throughout northern Arizona about what’s happening at your Community College. Coconino Community College: Education that works for you. Visit our website A quick word from the President Why do we use the term…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Feb. 4 — Receipt Contest Deadline Extended
“Like” SMS PTO on Facebook Mark Your Calendars! If you have any more questions feel free to reply to this email and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can. Your SMS PTO This Week’s Newsletter Sponsored By……
NAU’s Mariachi Mar y Sol to hold fundraising concert in Flagstaff on March 2
FLAGSTAFF — NAU’s Mariachi May y Sol will hold a fundraising concert from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, March 2 at the Hurley Theater, 400 W. Elm Ave., Flagstaff. The funds will be used for the group’s trajes de charro traditional costumes…
Rook takes knight for science at CCC
FLAGSTAFF — Shantia Nez, 12, seventh-grader from Kaibeto Boarding School, concentrated on her opponent’s move. Bishop overpowered pawn. “I like the curiosity of what’s going to happen next,” Nez said. Nez was one of more than 70 players at the…
Coconino County seeking bilingual Community Services Case Worker
COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino County is seeking a bilingual Community Services Case Worker. Click here for the full job description and to apply. The deadline for submission is 5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 15, 2019.
Consulado General de México en Phoenix: Eventos de Interés Para La Comunidad
Información de Interés para la Comunidad El Consulado General de México en Phoenix te invita a la sesión de Diagnósticos Migratorios ¿Imaginas un #SuperBowl sin aguacate mexicano? Naaaaa…. Participa en el #GuacaBowl, compártenos tu diseño en redes sociales👇 Conoce la…
Sedona Arts Center update for Feb. 1 — Join us (Feb. 1): Raffle Drawing at 7:00pm!
Join us tonight: Raffle Drawing at 7:00pm! Artists Reception February 1, from 5 to 8pm Sedona Arts Center is hosting an extraordinary legacy art exhibition in their Fine Art Gallery from February 1 through February 26, 2019. Featured artists include:…
2019 Coconino County Spelling BEE on Feb. 9
Coconino County students will vie for top spelling honors during the 2019 Coconino County Spelling BEE. The 21 spellers will begin competing at 10 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 9, at Coconino High School located at 2801 N. Izabel St. in Flagstaff.…
KNAU update for Feb. 1 — State of the Union
Click here for the latest KNAU news Support Your Public Radio! Popular KNAU Links Like us on Facebook On-Air Schedule Follow us on Twitter Local Events Calendar Current News Stories Support KNAU! KNAU Insider prEview – February 1st, 2019 State…
Flagstaff Festival of Science update for Feb. 1 — From the Mountain to the Moon lecture on Feb. 13
Lunar Legacy Calendar Video: Moon Mapping Lecture From the Mountain to the Moon Dr. Ivo Lucchitta and Dr. Baerbel Lucchitta February 13th, 6:00 Coconino Community College, Lone Tree Campus Scientists with the US Geological Survey throughout the Apollo missions, Drs.…
March 2 — City of Flagstaff to hold Schultz Creek Open House
FLAGSTAFF — The city of Flagstaff’s Open Space program will hold an open house event to solicit public comment on the development of a plan for the parcel of land located at 3620 Schultz Pass Road. This development plan will identify…
March 8 — Coconino County hosts Colorado Plateau Economic Development Symposium
COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino County is hosting and invites the public to participate in the 2019 Colorado Plateau Economic Development Symposium which brings together the communities along the Arizona Strip, southern Utah and the Navajo Nation. The Symposium will be…
8 de marzo — El Club de cine presenta Ocho apellidos catalanes (España)
FLAGSTAFF — El Club de cine este viernes 8 de marzo a la 1:30pm en LA 120 presenta Ocho apellidos catalanes (España). Esta película de comedia trata los estereotipos de las diferentes regiones españolas a través de un triángulo amoroso entre el…
March 9 — Sunnyside Longevity Project to present ‘How to Relax When the Going Gets Tough’ workshop
FLAGSTAFF — The Sunnyside Longevity Project will present a FREE “How to Relax When the Going Gets Tough” workshop from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday, March 9 at The PEAK School, first classroom through the door, 2016 N. 1st St., Flagstaff.…
March 12 — NAU’s Latin American Studies Program presents !Fiesta de Marzo!
FLAGSTAFF — NAU Latin American Studies is throwing a party!, at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 12 at the International Pavilion, Room 101A. Join us for a fun night of free food and live music by Mariachi Mar y Sol. We will…
March 13-14 — Flagstaff City Manager candidate meet and greet opportunities
FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff City Council invites the public to participate and provide feedback on candidates in the search for a new City Manager. The City Council received 100 applications for the position and have narrowed it to four finalists for…
March 29 — Reservations now open for César E. Chávez Community Celebration
FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) will present its fifth annual César E. Chávez Community Recognition Breakfast from 7:30 to 9 a.m. Friday, March 29, 2019 at American Legion Post 3, 204 W. Birch Ave., Flagstaff. “Join us…
March 30 — Flagstaff to host public open house for Southside Community Plan
FLAGSTAFF — The city of Flagstaff will host a public open house for the community evaluation and creation of possible policies for the Southside Community Plan. The meeting will be held from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. on March 30 at…
April 8 — Coconino Community College FREE ED Talks Series: Flagstaff Economic Vitality Division Update
FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino Community College FREE ED Talks Series: Flagstaff Economic Vitality Division Update, will feature Trace Ward, Heidi Hansen, Dave McIntire, Barney Helmick and Gail Jackson at 6 p.m., Monday, April 8, 2019 in room B34 at the CCC…
April 11 — Lunar Dreams exhibit at CCC part of Flagstaff Lunar Legacy celebration
Public reception set for 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 10 FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff resident Delmy Payne, a student at Coconino Community College, is studying graphic and web design. As part of the requirements for an art class she took last semester,…
Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for Jan. 31 — “Exit Laughing,” Theatrikos Theater Company Feb. 1-3
Click here for the entire e-newsletter This Week’s Happening Highlights The Flagstaff CVB publishes Flagstaff 365 Happenings on a weekly basis to highlight local events happening in and around Flagstaff. It is distributed throughout Downtown Flagstaff, displayed in kiosks and…
U.S. Rep. Tom O’Halleran update for Jan. 31 — The shutdown cost our nation how much?
Click here for the entire e-newsletter WEBSITE | MEET TOM | CONTACT | ISSUES | NEWSROOM | HELPING YOU Dear Friend, Last week, before the reckless 35-day government shutdown ended, I wanted to get a full picture of how…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for Jan. 30 — ASU Nina Mason Pulliam Legacy Scholars Accepting Fall 2019 Applications
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, Jan. 30, 2019Connections Spotlight ASU Nina Mason Pulliam Legacy Scholars Accepting Fall 2019 Applications The Nina Scholars program at Arizona State University is now accepting applications for students admitted for…
City of Flagstaff to hold building, fire codes update open houses on Feb. 5, 7
FLAGSTAFF — The city of Flagstaff is conducting regulary planned updates to its building and fire codes. This effort allows the city to update the 2012 codes that are currently used to the recommended 2018 code. There will be two public…
District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler’s update for Jan. 29 — Registration is OPEN for the Colorado Plateau Economic Development Symposium
January 29, 2019 Please take a moment to read some of the latest news and upcoming events within Coconino County and it’s surrounding areas. Feel free to share this e-newsletter and encourage others to sign up! Share Forward District 5 Highlights…
Sedona Arts Center update for Jan. 29 — February Features Renowned Sedona Artists in Special Exhibition
February Features Renowned Sedona Artists in Special Exhibition February 1–February 26, 2019 Artists Reception February 1, from 5 to 8pm Sedona Arts Center is hosting an extraordinary legacy art exhibition in their Fine Art Gallery from February 1 through February…
Coconino County Parks & Recreation update for Jan. 29 — Step into Winter
CONNECTING PEOPLE, CULTURES & COMMUNITIES JANUARY, 2019 STEP INTO WINTER Water Harvesting A big Thank You to Lowell Observatory for donating a 30,000-gallon water tank that will be used for rainwater harvesting at Fort Tuthill County Park, and to BEC…
Museum of Northern Arizona update for Jan. 28 — Introducing our interim director
Click here for more information There’s lots to love at MNA this February, with talks, storytelling workshops and the opening of an exhibition of live honeypot ants. We’re also pleased to introduce our interim director, Dr.…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Jan. 28 — New Grading System
Mustang Roundup – January 28, 2019 “Like” SMS PTO on Facebook Thanks to everyone who came out to the PTO meeting last week! Principal Popham spent some time walking everyone through the new grading system and clarifying questions. You can…
CCC receives $1 million grant from Del E. Webb Foundation to upgrade construction facility, programs
FLAGSTAFF — Thanks to a $1 million grant awarded last week from the Del E. Webb Foundation, Coconino Community College’s Construction Technology Management program will be getting a makeover to help the College meet construction industry demands in the county for…
A statement from Mayor Coral Evans on the impacts of the Federal shutdown
“A deal to reopen the government for three weeks is not the solution our community or our country needs. After 34 days of shutdown, the negative impacts to our community are undeniable. The federal government withholding paychecks from furloughed and…
United Way of Northern Arizona Establishes Fund to Benefit Workers Impacted by Government Shutdown
Click here for the entire e-newsletter UWNA Establishes Fund to Benefit Workers Impacted by Government Shutdown United Way of Northern Arizona has established a special fund to benefit federal workers, contractors and others being impacted by the ongoing partial shutdown…
Consulado General de México en Phoenix: Eventos de Interés Para La Comunidad
Información de Interés para la Comunidad Conoce la Guía Paisano – Invierno 2018: Consulta los materiales aquí: https://bit.ly/2SGDkVOhttps://bit.ly/2SGDkVO Lazos es un servicio del IME que contiene información de interés para la población mexicana y latina en EE.UU. y Canadá. Contacto:…