Navajo Generating Station’s Owners Weigh Options Earth Notes: The Epic Migrations of Snow Geese ADOT: Snow Play Led To Traffic Problems In Flagstaff Area Citizen Scientists Invited To Document Biodiversity on Kaibab National Forest The Next Generation Of Farmers Is…
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Feb. 4 — Build Bridges, Not Walls! A Rally for Compassionate Immigration Policies
FLAGSTAFF — The Immigration Awareness Series invites you to “Build Bridges, Not Walls! A Rally for Compassionate Immigration Policies.” In the politically divisive atmosphere in our state and nation, immigrants, both documented and undocumented, are bearing the brunt of nationalistic…
Flagstaff holds Virgin of Guadalupe Celebration
FLAGSTAFF — The annual Virgin of Guadalupe Celebration was held Dec. 11 and 12 in Flagstaff. The event included a procession from Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church to San Francisco de Asis Catholic Church, followed by a mass…
NAU update for Dec. 9
NAU program expands science education opportunities to Flagstaff families Longtime NAU employees recognized during Years of Service Reception NAU scientist pioneers novel ways to study endangered baleen whales Take note of special hours during NAU’s winter closure Spotlight: Northern Arizona…
KNAU update for Dec. 9
Earth Notes: The Mirage Phenomenon Proposed Fossil Creek Management Plan Open for Public Comment NAU Approves Resolution Supporting DREAMers VA Didn’t Properly Care for Suicidal Patients Not For You, Cindy Lou! These Tasty Holiday Treats Are For Grownups Current News…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Dec. 7
Click here for the latest newsletter. F3 Social Justice Committee Kick-Off Meeting, 12/15 at 6 pm Your Help Needed: Our Year-End Fundraising Campaign is Underway! December is Buy Local Month Weigh in on F3’s Priorities for 2017 Flagstaff City Council…
KNAU update for Dec. 2
Navajo President Calls for Obama to Intervene on Dakota Access Pipeline Flagstaff Scientist Detects Water on Rare Metal Asteroid Earth Notes: Ship Rock’s Iconic Presence Arizona Highway To North Rim Of Grand Canyon Closed as of Thursday Electric Car Factory…
Sunnyside Market of Dreams to present annual Holiday Mingle on Dec. 8
FLAGSTAFF — The Sunnyside Market of Dreams / Mercado de Sueños will present its annual Holiday Mingle from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 8 at 2304 N. 3rd St., Flagstaff. Please join us in celebrating the holiday season and of this year’s accomplishments at…
KNAU update for Nov. 18
Earth Notes: Vibes at Rainbow Bridge Uncertainty for National Monument Declarations as Obama Presidency Winds Down Thanksgiving Dinner Costs Drop In Arizona Game And Fish Department: 3 Elk Killed In Eastern Arizona DOI Issues New Rule to Curb Methane Emissions…
Indigenous Circle of Flagstaff and City of Flagstaff Announce Indigenous Community Forum on Nov. 30
FLAGSTAFF — On Monday, November 14, 2016 at 9:00 a.m., Indigenous Circle of Flagstaff and City of Flagstaff held a press conference at City Hall to announce the commencement of a months-long process to address important issues impacting Indigenous People in…
NAU students get hands-on lesson on making tamales
FLAGSTAFF — It’s not only the aroma of roasting turkey that will soon be in the air. Tamales of all kinds will soon be cooking in large metal pots across Northern Arizona. Hoping to get a head start…
NAU students present inaugural Día de los Muertos celebration at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church & Cultural Center
FLAGSTAFF — With dancers from Ballet Folklorico de Colores de Flagstaff, music by Mariachi de NAU and a surprise procession to conclude the evening, student club members from Northern Arizona University celebrated their inaugural Día de los Muertos / Day…
Sunnyside Market of Dreams to present business evaluation event on Nov. 18
FLAGSTAFF — The Sunnyside Market of Dreams / Mercado de Sueños will present a business evaluation program with the Small Business Development Center from 1 to 3 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18 at 2304 N. 3rd St., Flagstaff. Come join us at The Market of…
Sunnyside Market of Dreams to present next ‘Farm Fresh Produce’ on Nov. 23
FLAGSTAFF — The Sunnyside Market of Dreams / Mercado de Sueños will present its next ‘Farm Fresh Produce’ event from 2 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 23 at 2304 N. 3rd St., Flagstaff. The market is partnering with the Church for the Nations —…
The lighting of the ofrendas greet museum members during 2016 Celebraciones de la Gente reception
From AmigosNAZ staff reports FLAGSTAFF — It is always a special feeling when Museum of Northern Arizona members walk in the Jaime Major Golightly Historic Courtyard to view the flickering of hundreds of candles during the opening night reception of Celebraciones de la…
Cultural performances, lectures and activities greet visitors on first day of 2016 Celebraciones de la Gente
From AmigosNAZ staff reports FLAGSTAFF — Amid unseasonable warm weather, the 2016 Celebraciones de la Gente got to an auspicious start with families lining up to take part in a sugar skull workshop before heading to attend dance and…
Region celebrates second day of 2016 Celebraciones de la Gente
From AmigosNAZ staff reports FLAGSTAFF — Children, and their parents, began the day decorating sugar skulls with activities progressing to musical and dance performances and educational programs during the second day of the 2016 Celebraciones de la Gente. The sugar…
Northern Arizona community honors memories of families with closing ceremony at 2016 Celebraciones de la Gente
From AmigosNAZ staff reports FLAGSTAFF — All good things must come to an end and so it was for the 13th annual Celebraciones de la Gente, presented on Oct. 23, 2016 by the Museum of Northern Arizona and Flagstaff Nuestras…
Participants create sugar skulls ahead of Día de los Muertos / Day of the Dead celebrations
Photos by Frank X. Moraga / AmigosNAZ©2016 Workshop held at basement of Our Lady of Guadalupe FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces presented a sugar skull-making workshop Oct. 7 at the Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church & Cultural Center in Flagstaff. Community members…
KNAU update for Oct. 7
PLEDGE DRIVE LITE. WE DID IT! Thanks to the generous and timely support of YOU – our listeners – we not only met our fall fundraising goal without interrupting programming, we hit it early AND exceeded it, again! We’re grateful to everyone who…
NAU update for Oct. 6
Homecoming 2016: Once Upon a Time at NAU Phoenix Suns wrap up NAU training camp NAU’s new exhibit celebrates 50 years as a university NAU celebrates Disability Heritage Month Spotlight: NAU Health Professions and NAU Social Work • Christopher Lanterman •Annette McGivney • Lanita Collette • Rebecca…
ECONA: Sunnyside’s Market of Dreams
Entrepreneurship is rarely easy, and the challenges multiply for micro-business ventures that often don’t have access to traditional capital or a storefront where they can offer their goods and services. That’s why ECONA has always been supportive of those organizations…
Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces to present sugar skull-making workshop on Oct. 7
FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces will present a sugar skull-making workshop from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 7 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church & Cultural Center, 224 S. Kendrick St., Flagstaff. Come learn the secrets of turning water and…
Día de los Muertos / Day of the Dead Celebration to be held Nov. 2 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church
FLAGSTAFF — A free Día de los Muertos / Day of the Dead Celebration will be held from 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church & Cultural Center (The Basement), 224 S. Kendrick…
Day of the Dead Procession to begin Nov. 2 at Dark Sky Brewing Co.
The fourth annual Day of the Dead Procession with additions to the Community Ofrenda and face painting will be held at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2 at Dark Sky Brewing Co., 117 N. Beaver St., Flagstaff The Procession to the Shrine of Our…
Celebraciones de la Gente returns for lively Day of the Dead celebration on Oct. 22, 23
Member preview to be held Oct. 21, with inaugural evening showing of altars starting at 5 p.m. Oct. 22. FLAGSTAFF — It’s Lucky 13 for Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces, which presents its 13th annual Celebraciones de la Gente from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.…
Gina Santi Photography Images of the Month – October 2016
I am going to tell you a story about a recent boat journey I took through the maze-like canals of Xochimilco in Mexico City. It was a gorgeous day and at first we were encircled by thriving vegetation and stunning singing…
Flagstaff Public Library to present Día de los Muertos Spanish Storytime on Oct. 29
FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff Public Library will present a Día de los Muertos Spanish Storytime at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 29 at 300 W. Aspen Ave., Flagstaff. Call 928-213-2381 or vist www.flagstaffpubliclibrary.org
LULAC Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month by Urging Latinos to Register to Vote
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Hispanic Heritage Month is a time when our nation reflects on the contributions Hispanics have made to our history and culture. For the third year, LULAC joins the Hispanic Heritage Month of Action campaign in an effort to encourage the…
Gina Santi Photography Images of the Month – September 2016
The Navajos (in Navajo language, Diné or Naabeehó), the second largest federally recognized tribe in the United States with 300,460 enrolled tribal members as of 2015, are Native American peoples that moved into the country’s southwestern area from the Subarctic about…
KNAU update for Sept. 2
NAU Archaeologist Jaime Awe Describes ‘Unbelievable’ Find in Belize Earth Notes: The Birdseye Expedition NAU Scientist: Mysterious Mars Streaks Aren’t Liquid Water Brain Food: First All-Electric Raft Launches On Colorado River Georgetown Will Offer An Edge In Admissions To Descendants…
You are invited to Friends of Flagstaff’s Future Annual Gala on Oct. 1
FLAGSTAFF — You are invited to Friends of Flagstaff’s Future Annual Gala from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 1 at the Branigar-Chase Auditorium Museum of Northern Arizona. Come and join the fun-filled celebration, and support 21 years of F3 working to…
KNAU update for Aug. 26
Minimum Wage Initiative Qualifies For Ballot Earth Notes: The White Mountains’ Jaguar 13 Ex-Navajo Nation Lawmakers Scheduled To Be Sentenced NAU Team Finds Endangered Jumping Mouse in Arizona and New Mexico Bald Eagle Population In Arizona On The Upswing Discounts…
Four days of fun at the Coconino County Fair. Fito Olivares to perform Sept. 4
FLAGSTAFF – Experience four days of fun at the annual Coconino County Fair this Labor Day weekend. Ft. Tuthill County Park, Flagstaff, AZ will again host the Fair featuring live entertainment, exhibits, livestock shows and auction, carnival rides, interactive activities…
Radio Sunnyside announces schedule for week of Aug. 22
FLAGSTAFF — Radio Sunnyside (KSZN-LP 101.5 FM) will present “La Voz del Pueblo con Laura Rafaela Giacobbe” from 4 to 6 p.m. Monday, Aug. 22,” with “Soul y Jazz de Bario” from 3 to 5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 25 and “Septimo Millenio con Gabriel…
KNAU update for Aug. 19
Hopi VS Flagstaff Snowmaking Lawsuit Dismissed Earth Notes: The Thick-Billed Parrots of Northern Arizona Flagstaff Demonstrators Protest Police Violence Against Native Americans Brain Food: Strengthening Cells To Prevent Or Reverse Hearing Loss In Nevada, Tribes Push To Protect Land At…
City of Flagstaff reports Hopi Tribe Lawsuit dismissed
FLAGSTAFF — The lawsuit involving snowmaking filed by the Hopi Tribe against the City of Flagstaff was dismissed by the Coconino County Superior Court on Friday, August 12, 2016. Originally filed in 2011, all three claims in the Hopi Tribe’s…
Sunnyside Neighborhood Association announces 14th annual ‘La Joya de Sunnyside Fiesta de Independencia’ on Sept. 18
FLAGSTAFF — The Sunnyside Neighborhood Association Inc. has announced 14th annual “La Joya de Sunnyside Fiesta de Independencia” from noon to 7 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 18 at the Sunnyside Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños, 2532 E. 7th Ave.,…
NAU update for Aug. 11
Northern Arizona University update for Aug. 11: Agreement strengthens NAU ties with Tohono O’odham Nation NAU ranked No. 1 in the nation for social media engagement in higher education Unlocking the mysteries of plant root function, from Alaska to South…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Aug. 9
COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Aug. 9 Click here to see the latest newsletter 2016 Voting Records Coming Soon Preparing your child for kindergarten success starts early Family Game Day Thunder…
Radio Sunnyside to present ‘Soul y Jazz de Bario’ on Aug. 11
FLAGSTAFF — Radio Sunnyside (KSZN-LP 101.5 FM) to present “Soul y Jazz de Bario “from 3 to 5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 11, with “Septimo Millenio con Gabriel Rodriguez” scheduled for 3 to 5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 12. Click here for the…
Gina Santi Photography Images of the Month – August 2016
The International Monetary Fund has projected that inflation in Venezuela will hit 720% in 2017, which may be a buoyant evaluation according to some experts. A big part of the…
Latino Outdoors in Flagstaff holds outdoor events like recent Sunset Crater Volcano Solar & Star Party
FLAGSTAFF — Latino Outdoors in Flagstaff has been busy promoting its efforts to get Latinos off the couch and into the great outdoors. The organization was scheduled to hold a free Sunset Crater Volcano Solar & Star Party on Aug. 6 where…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Aug. 2
Click here to see the latest newsletter. F3 Candidate Forum a Great Success! Miss the Forum? Check Out Our Election Website with Information on the Candidates Meet Candidates for NAU “Community Liaison” Position – Thursday, 8/4 Participate in High Occupancy Housing Conversation…
Radio Sunnyside announces schedule for week of Aug. 15
FLAGSTAFF — Radio Sunnyside (KSZN-LP 101.5 FM) to present “Soul y Jazz de Bario “from 3 to 5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 18, with “Septimo Millenio con Gabriel Rodriguez” scheduled for 3 to 5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 19. Radio Sunnyside will then present “La…
Community Invited to Meet the Final Candidates for the Assistant Director for Off Campus Life and Community Liaison Programs on Aug. 4
FLAGSTAFF — Meet the finalists for the Assistant Director for Off Campus Life and Community Liaison Programs, also known as the “Neighborhood Liaison,” on August 4, 2016. The meet and greet will be held at the High Country Conference Center (201…
Pre-Screening of Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños Documentary to be held on Aug. 11
FLAGSTAFF —The pre-screening of the Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños documentary to be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 11 at the Market of Dreams, 2532 E.7th Ave., Flagstaff. The event also includes the presentation of…
Consulado Móvil en Prescott el 20 de agosto
PRESCOTT — The Mexican Consulate in Phoenix will present its next Consulado Móvil from9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 20 at Sacred Heart Parish, 131 Summit Ave., Prescott in the gym. Visit http://consulmex.sre.gob.mx/phoenix/ for more information.
Flagstaff Sunnyside Neighborhood Longevity Project Survey
Dear Resident, Organizational Partner or Supporter. After working in Sunnyside for several years, to create a safer and more prosperous community, the Sunnyside Neighborhood Association of Flagstaff, Inc. (Sunnyside Neighborhood Association) have made steps to launch a new program, the Sunnyside…
Tardeada’s Mariachi Mass returns to Flagstaff
FLAGSTAFF — The spirits soared in keeping with the inspiring voices and music when Mariachi Sol Azteca from Tucson performed a Mariachi Mass on Sunday, June 26 at San Francisco de Asis Catholic Church in Flagstaff. Presented by Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces, the group…
Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces celebrates ‘2016 Summertime Tardeada’
FLAGSTAFF — Even a little rain could not deter the celebrants and entertainers at the third annual “Flagstaff Summertime Tardeada — Mariachi and Folklorico Festival” held Saturday, June 25 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Presented by Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces, the event…
Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños to present ‘Community Basket Weaving Class’ on July 9
FLAGSTAFF — The Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños will present a “Community Basket Weaving Class” from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 9 at 2532 E. 7th Ave., Flagstaff. $10 supply fee. Preregistration is REQUIRED by July 5 at 6 pm. Contact…
Soul in the Afternoon is back for the summer- every 3rd Saturday on the Sunnyside Market of Dreams Patio
FLAGSTAFF — Soul in the Afternoon is back for the summer- every 3rd Saturday on the Market Patio 4-6 PM. Visit https://www.facebook.com/MarketofDreams for more information.
Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces to present 2016 Flagstaff Summertime Tardeada Mariachi & Folklorico Festival on June 25
Mariachi Mass to be held Sunday, June 26 at San Francisco de Asis Catholic Church FLAGSTAFF — To celebrate and recognize Flagstaff’s Hispanic roots, Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church and Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces invite the public to attend its third…
Gina Santi Photography: Images of the Month – June 2016
Dress is a central component of our daily lives and has been an significant part of the research about material culture in anthropology. Through clothing, individuals authenticate their sense of self and identity as well as their position in society.…
Final reminder: Sunnyside Neighborhood Association of Flagstaff to present meeting with Flagstaff Police Department’s Citizen’s Liaison Committee on June 22
FLAGSTAFF — The Sunnyside Neighborhood Association of Flagstaff will present a meeting with Flagstaff Police Department’s Citizen’s Liaison Committee from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 22 at the Sunnyside Neighborhood Association, 2304 N. Third St., Flagstaff. The entire community is…
Sunnyside Drug-Free Awareness & Education Steering Committee to present ‘Youth Prevention Workshop’ on June 9
Come learn about the Arizona Youth Survey, learn about Parent360 and talk about specific community strategies that address youth substance use. Everyone who is interested is welcome! Lunch will be provided. Thursday, June 9th 11:30 AM – 1PM @ the…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for May 19
Click here to see the latest newsletter. Resources for Parents, CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Updated — Summer (camps) Almost Here Upcoming Dates May Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events May, Page Public Library announces upcoming events May, Page Public Library announces upcoming events for teens,…
Sunnyside Neighborhood Association Inc. to present 21st annual Fiesta de Mayo on May 19-22
FLAGSTAFF — The Sunnyside Neighborhood Association Inc. will present its 21st annual Fiesta de Mayo on May 19-22 at 2532 E. 7th Ave. at the Sunnyside Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños. The Carnival will be held Thursday and…
KNAU update for May 13
Earth Notes: Around Chaco Canyon, a Different Kind of Energy Boom Valley Fever Originated in Arizona Is America Engaged In A ‘Vicious Circle’ Of Jailing The Poor? Care Packages: How The U.S. Won Hearts Through Stomachs After WWII Elon Musk’s…