Category: Cultural

Arizona Center for Afterschool Excellence update for Sept. 17

Click here for the entire e-newsletter STEM in OST Program Directory Resources Events Are you hungry for new ideas and resources to use in your Out-of-School Time program?   Announcing the Professional Development Workshops for the School’s Out, Make it Count…

Hispanic Heritage Month (through Oct. 15) in Coconino County. Variety of events planned in region

By Coconino County In 1968 the United States Congress passed a resolution to celebrate Hispanic heritage at the national level and in 1988, the President of the United States formalized an annual month of Hispanic heritage recognition from September 15…

Flagstaff Festival of Science update for Sept. 14

The 2018 Flagstaff Festival of Science, Accelerating into the Future, will explore the astounding changes our lives may take in the next few years. The FREE, award-winning 10-day Festival, Sept. 21 – 30, 2018, will showcase signature events such as Science…

Flagstaff Commission on Diversity Awareness announces public forum on Sept. 20 to set agenda and goals

FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff Commission on Diversity Awareness announces a public forum for community input on September 20, 2018 at 6 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall (211 W. Aspen). The city of Flagstaff appointed the City Commission on…

KNAU update for Sept. 14

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 – September 14th, 2018 Pledge…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Sept. 13

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth September 13, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Expect More Arizona Vote4Education resources Upcoming Dates September — Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for Sept. 12

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…

Sedona Arts Center update for Sept. 12

14th Annual Sedona Plein Air Festival October 13–20, 2018 Our community’s iconic creative event—Sedona Plein Air Festival—is a week-long celebration of extraordinary landscapes, world-renowned artists, unique workshops, and wonderful free events from October 13 to 20, 2018. Sedona Arts Center…

Science Happens Here Expands to Verde Valley to Teach Kids about Science Happening in Our Everyday Lives

COTTONWOOD — Local First Arizona Foundation and the Arizona SciTech Festival are bringing Science Happens Here to the Verde Valley this school year. Science Happens Here is a program designed to advance STEM education in rural Arizona, launching first in Safford…

District 2 Supervisor Elizabeth ‘Liz’ Archuleta update for Sept. 7

‌ Coconino County Government ELIZABETH “LIZ” ARCHULETA Supervisor, District 2 larchuleta@coconino.az.gov Phone: (928) 679-7162  ‌ September 7, 2018 Upcoming Events & Updates Thanks to United Way of Northern Arizona & Generous Volunteers for the Day of Caring in North Schultz…

Sunnyside Neighborhood Association to celebrate 14th annual Fiesta de Independencia on Sept. 16

FLAGSTAFF — The Sunnyside Neighborhood Association to celebrate 14th annual Fiesta de Independencia from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 16 at the Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños, 2532 E. 7th St., Flagstaff. The free event features live…

KNAU update for Sept. 7

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 – September 7th, 2018 San…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for Sept. 6

Click here for the entire e-newsletter       September 6-12, 2018 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,…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Sept. 6

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth September 6, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Expect More Arizona Vote4Education resources Upcoming Dates September — Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events…

STEM City update for Sept. 5

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   September 5, 2018 Resource Library for Educators Did you know that the Coconino County Education Service Agency (CCESA) has a resource library for educators? Educators are able to check-out professional reading materials, science equipment, STEM…

First Things First update for Sept. 5

September 2018 Givers of a bright future Our new awareness campaign highlights that babies, toddlers and preschoolers learn and grow through their relationships with the caring adults in their lives. That’s parents, of course, and also grandparents, friends, family and child…

Sedona Arts Center update for Sept. 5

First Friday in the Gallery Sedona Arts Center Features New Artists Highlighting Fall Colors First Friday Reception September 7, from 5 to 8 pm  Sedona Arts Center is celebrating the beginning of fall by featuring six fine artists in their…

Northern Arizona Interfaith Council update for Sept. 5

Good Morning NAIC Leaders, We are almost exactly two months away from our Midterm Elections 2018 and much must be done to ensure everyone powerfully flexes their voting muscles at the local, state, and national level. Those same muscles need to be…

LAUNCH Flagstaff update for Sept. 4

 ADVANCING WORLD-CLASS EDUCATION Summer 2018 has drawn to an “official” close so this is a wonderful opportunity to recap the work the partners of LAUNCH have accomplished during the summer break.  I’ve recapped some of those highlight below. I’ve also…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Sept. 4

Click here for the entire e-newsletter September 4, 2018 Edition Check Out the Latest News Call for Submissions: Fall 2018 Navajo Nation Early Childhood Newsletter Back-To-School Night Walk to Fight Suicide Early Childhood Fair FREE Suicide prevention Workshops in Flagstaff…

Putting hands-on into online at CCC

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Community College Biology Faculty Melinda McKinney checks off the items she puts into the cardboard box. There is a scale, a microscope, pH test strips, seeds, rulers, soil and more. After the boxes are packed, many of…

Oct. 3 — Coconino Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) to meet in Flagstaff

FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) will hold its next meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2018 at the Coconino County Administration Building, 219 E. Cherry Ave., Flagstaff, Arizona. * Time, location subject to change. Notice of changes will…

Oct. 5 — Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces presents annual Sugar Skull Workshop at Our Lady of Guadalupe Cultural Center ‘The Basement’

FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces will present its annual Sugar Skull-making workshop from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 5 at the Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church Cultural Arts Center “The Basement,” 224 S. Kendrick St., Flagstaff. Come learn the…

Oct. 8 — Walnut Canyon National Monument will offer a Guided Hike to the First Fort Archaeological Site

FLAGSTAFF — Walnut Canyon National Monument will offer a guided hike to First Fort on Monday, October 8, 2018. The First Fort Hike is a Ranger-guided program to an archaeological site in the Walnut Canyon backcountry. The hike will begin at 9:00…

Oct. 9 — Coconino County Board of Supervisors to special session, executive session and work session in Flagstaff

COCONINO COUNTY — The Coconino County Board of Supervisors and the Boards of Directors of the Coconino County Jail District, the Coconino County Flood District and the Coconino County Public Health Services District will hold a special session, executive session and…

Oct. 12-13 — Navajo Bridge Star Party

NAVAJO BRIDGE Star Party FRIDAY & SATURDAY OCTOBER 12 & 13, 2018 6 PM to 10 PM Nightly Join us this Friday and Saturday at this amazing star gazing event for the whole family on the historic Navajo Bridge over the…

Through Oct. 19 — NAU Latin American Film Series

FLAGSTAFF — The NAU Latin American Film Series will take place through Oct. 19 in Liberal Arts (Bldg. 18), Room, Northern Arizona University. This film series is presented by Latin American Studies and is funded by a grant from Spanish Film Club and…

NAU update for Aug. 31

Friday, Aug. 31 NAU and the city offer warm welcome to neighbors surrounding campus (VIDEO) President Cheng and city officials went door to door to talk with residents, encourage neighbors to build positive relationships and distribute information. NAU’s Honors Residential…

KNAU update for Aug. 31

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 – August 31st, 2018 Special: John…

Sedona Arts Center update for Aug. 31

Call to Artists! Labor Day Weekend Sale! New Website! Labor Day Weekend Sale! 10% gallery-wide discount  Sedona Arts Center Members receive an additional 5% off! This weekend we are extending our member’s discount to all customers in the gallery, offering…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Aug. 30

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth August 30, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Expect More Arizona Vote4Education resources Upcoming Dates Aug. — Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for Aug. 30

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…

AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection ‘Disabilities: Awareness & Event’ update for Aug. 30

Dear friend and partner, greetings! Please know that our radio program no longer airs on Saturdays; it now take place on Thursdays from 1 to 2 pm (at KNUV 1190-am and 107.5-fm; station has Spanish programing but our show is in English).…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Aug. 28

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   August 28, 2018 Edition Check Out the Latest News Super Service Saturdays Back-To-School Night Call for Submissions: Fall 2018 Navajo Nation Early Childhood Newsletter NACA Reach UR Life 2018 Northern Arizona Suicide Prevention…

NAU update for Aug. 24

Friday, Aug. 24 Jacks are back! A look at the facts and stats of the incoming class, and campus move in (PHOTOS/VIDEO)  NAU athletes, members of student organizations, sororities and fraternities all joined President Cheng in helping thousands of new…

KNAU update for Aug. 24

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 – August 24th, 2018 Proposal…

AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection ‘Legislation: How Bills Become Law’ update for Aug. 23

Dear friend and partner, greetings! Please know that our radio program no longer airs on Saturdays; it now take place on Thursdays from 1 to 2 pm (at KNUV 1190-am and 107.5-fm; station has Spanish programing but our show is in English).…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Aug. 23

Click here for more information   In This Issue F3 asks the Candidates about Water Snow Making at Ft. Tuthill Water Infrastructure and Workforce Housing Candidate Forum August 30th Donate Now F3 asks the Candidates About Water The human body is about…

Sedona Arts Center update for Aug. 20

School of the Arts Select Workshops and Classes Alok Hsu Kwan-han September 29 – 30, 2018 A Brush with Emptiness: Zen Creativity and the Art of Life This is the workshop Alok gives on his 80th birthday! He welcomes you…

CCC alum Richard Ramirez reaches for goal of impacting lives

FLAGSTAFF — Richard Ramirez had a good career with a structural engineering group, making good money and having room for advancement. Still, he wasn’t satisfied. “Looking toward my future, I didn’t see a personal satisfaction in that job,” Ramirez said, adding…

KNAU update for Aug. 17

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 – August 17th, 2018 This…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for Aug. 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…

KNAU update for Aug. 10

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 – August 10th, 2018 This…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for Aug. 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…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Aug. 8

Click here for more information   In This Issue What are the Candidates Top Three Priorities? Dawn steps down as Executive Director Candidate Forum August 30th Donate Now What are the Candidates Top Three Priorities? In an ideal world, our City…

Sedona Arts Center update for Aug. 8

School of the Arts Select Fall Workshops… Robert Burridge September 17–19 Loosen Up with Aquamedia Painting Burridge’s new three-day format brings his most popular workshops into a new focus. “Loosen Up” workshops nurture individual success and personal enrichment with a…

AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection moves to Thursdays. Next program on Aug. 9 focuses on ‘Veterans — Community Support Training’

Dear friend and partner, saludos! Please know that our radio program will no longer air on Saturdays; it will now take place on Thursdays from 1 to 2 pm. The subject on Thursday’s show will be: VETERANS – Community Support Training. Catch the programs also…

NAU update for Aug. 3

Friday, Aug. 3 Think twice before moving to Mars—NAU planetary scientist refutes terraforming in NASA study Christopher Edwards and his team found that making Mars more like Earth, so astronauts can explore without spacesuits, is unlikely to be successful even…

Washington Youth Leadership Seminar Student Application Available Now

Deadline: August 27, 2018 The LNESC National Office would like your help identifying outstanding Latino high school juniors and seniors for the 2018 Washington Youth Leadership Seminar (WLYS). This year’s seminar will be held from September 26, 2018 to September 30, 2018 in Washington,…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for Aug. 3

Click here for the entire e-newsletter       August 2-9, 2018 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,…

KNAU update for Aug. 3

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 – August 3rd, 2018 Police:…

Sedona Arts Center update for Aug. 2

First Friday in the Gallery Exhibition Features 5 Local Artists First Friday Reception August 3, from 5 to 8 pm  Join us for a spectacular First Friday, August 3 from 5 to 8pm, where you can explore mulitple shows on…

Sept. 5 — Coconino Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) to meet in Flagstaff

FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) will hold its next meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2018 at the Coconino County Administration Building, 219 E. Cherry Ave., Flagstaff, Arizona. * Time, location subject to change. Notice of changes will…

Sept. 5 — Coconino County Tri-Diversity Council meeting to be held in Flagstaff

FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Tri-Diversity Councils will meet from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 5 at the Board of Supervisors Chambers, 219 E. Cherry Ave., Flagstaff. Download agendas, minutes HERE The councils include: The African American Advisory Council The Coconino Hispanic Advisory…

Sept. 19 — Coconino County Parks & Recreation Master Plan meetings to be held in Williams, Parks

COCONINO COUNTY — SHAPE YOUR PARKS, YOUR FUTURE Coconino County Parks and Recreation is updating its Master Plan and we want to hear fromYOU! What is a master plan? This master plan will shape the future of Coconino County’s parks,…

Aug. 16 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection to focus on ‘Adam Diaz: A Latino Historymaker’

Dear friend and partner, greetings!   Please know that our radio program no longer airs on Saturdays; it now take place on Thursdays from 1 to 2 pm (at KNUV 1190-am and 107.5-fm; station has Spanish programing but our show is in…