Category: Education

Sedona Arts Center update for July 12 — Come see artists painting in the Shangri-La of the Southwest during the 15th Annual Sedona Plein Air Festival and take a plein air painting workshop!

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   15th Annual Sedona Plein Air Festival October 12–19, 2019 Come see artists painting in the Shangri-La of the Southwest! Sedona is a sublime environment with stunning beauty and the Sedona Arts Center has…

Siren system test in Oak Creek Canyon on July 16

SEDONA — Coconino County Emergency Management, Yavapai County Emergency Management, the Coconino County Sheriff’s Office and the Sedona Fire District will test the emergency siren system in Oak Creek Canyon at approximately 10 a.m., Tuesday July 16. The system notifies…

National Park Traverses Club to hold 17th annual convention July 18 through 21

The National Park Travelers Club (NPTC), a diverse group of over 2,500 National Parks enthusiasts representing almost every state and multiple foreign countries, will hold its 17thannual convention from July 18th through 21st, 2019, in Flagstaff, Arizona, with the Flagstaff…

ADOT update for July 11 — Nighttime lane restrictions scheduled on northbound Interstate 17 near Flagstaff through July

  The Arizona Department of Transportation advises drivers to plan for lane restrictions on northbound Interstate 17 between mileposts 334 and 340, from Kachina Village to the Interstate 40 junction, in Coconino County while a pavement-repair project is completed. Work…

District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler’s update for July 11 — Coconino County Board of Supervisors receives the State Bar of Arizona Appreciation Award

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   July 11, 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!…

ECoNA update for July 11 — Educators Learning to Beat the Odds

School may be out for summer, but a group of 23 educators in Flagstaff recently embarked on a 14-month program designed to foster strong learning environments and provide executive leadership training to current administrators and aspiring educational leaders.   The first unit of the…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for July 10 — United Way of Northern Arizona’s KinderCamp receives major contribution from Wells Fargo

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, July 10, 2019 Connections Spotlight   United Way of Northern Arizona’s KinderCamp receives major contribution from Wells Fargo This year’s KinderCamp™ classes have just wrapped up, and the program got…

Sedona Arts Center update for July 10 — Arts Center Gallery Call to Artists! Plus Sign up for New Classes and Crash Courses at Sedona Arts Center!

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   CALL TO ARTISTS Fine Art Gallery – Submission of Art July 1–31 Artists are invited to submit a portfolio and application to be juried into the Members Fine Arts Gallery. Submissions are accepted…

Flagstaff Festival of Science Special Event: Lunar Legacy July Lecture (July 10th)

Lunar Legacy Calendar Video: Moon Mapping Lecture  Gene Shoemaker and Flagstaff in History Rich Kozak, Historian July 10th, 6:00 pm Coconino Community College, Lone Tree Campus Flagstaff is known around the world as the ‘home of astrogeology’, and its name…

United Way of Northern Arizona — Wells Fargo Makes Major Contribution to KinderCamp

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   KinderCamp™ Supply Drive This year’s KinderCamp™ classes have just wrapped up, and the program got a terrific graduation present – a $20,000 donation from Wells Fargo. “We understand the importance of investing in…

KNAU update for July 5 — KNAU eNews: Emergency BBQ, Rattlesnake Venom, and More

Click here for the latest KNAU news   KNAU Insider – July 5th, 2019 Earth Notes: Mohave Rattlesnake Venom Mohave rattlesnakes are armed with a powerful weapon—venom that can immobilize or kill their prey. People have believed the Mohave’s venom held…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for July 3 — Page Back to School Health Fair to be held July 24 at Page High School

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, July 3, 2019 Connections Spotlight   Page Back to School Health Fair to be held July 24 at Page High School The Page Back to School Health Fair will be held from…

CCC Summer Learning begins July 8

FLAGSTAFF — CCC Summer Learning begins July 8. CCC Summer Learning begins July 8. The registration fee, $300 for individuals and $500 four couples, covers all talks. For more information and details about the CCC Summer Learning Enrichment Series to…

Aug. 14 — Northern Arizona Region Re-Employment Center Grand Opening

PAGE — Coconino County Health and Human Services (CCHHS) Career Services, in partnership with the Salt River Project, the Navajo Generating Station (NGS) PERA Club and other community organizations, will provide re-employment services at the Northern Arizona Region Re-Employment Center. The center…

Aug. 15-16 — Missing and Murdered Diné Relatives Forum #2 to be held at NAU’s du Bois Center

This forum is a collective effort among stakeholders across the Navajo Nation to develop an inclusive framework for data collection. FLAGSTAFF — Missing and Murdered Diné Relatives Forum #2 will be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, Aug.…

Aug. 31 — ‘Chillin’ N Grllin’ Community Welcome Back BBQ to be held at the Murdoch Center

FLAGSTAFF — A “Chillin’ N Grllin” Community Welcome Back BBQ will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 31 at the Murdoch Center, 203 E. Brannen Ave., Flagstaff. The purpose of this Community BBQ is to open up…

LAUNCH Flagstaff update for June 28 — June Monthly Progress

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   THREE STEPS FORWARD Internship Coordination Strengthens The community efforts of the Flagstaff Internship Network will be strengthened this fall with the addition of two staff positions at Coconino Community College and Flagstaff Unified…

Sedona Arts Center update for July 28 — Sign up for New Summer Classes at Sedona Arts Center!

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Summer Art Classes  at Sedona Arts Center Taking classes on our campus in Uptown Sedona affords the opportunity not only to explore the arts, but also to meet new neighbors and immerse yourself…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for June 28 — Flagstaff is your place for theater, history, outdoor events and more. Find all your recreation, art and music events with Flagstaff 365 Happenings

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…

Noncredit topics growing at CCC

FLAGSTAFF — Telling stories with iPhone photography. Separating facts from myths about the planets in our solar system. Cracking a cold murder case from northern Arizona’s past. Learning about Native American art and culture. These topics and many more are part…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for June 26 — Families brave weather to gather information at Page’s ‘Fishin’ After Dark’ wellness fair

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, June 26, 2019 Connections Spotlight Families brave weather to gather information at Page’s ‘Fishin’ After Dark’ wellness fair Strong gusty winds didn’t deter families and wellness providers from attending the…

Coconino County African American Advisory Council, Southside Community Association Celebrate Juneteenth

Photos by Frank X. Moraga / ©2019 AmigosNAZ FLAGSTAFF — Performers, information booths, food and a climbing wall highlighted the annual Juneteenth Celebration held June 15, 2019 at the Murdoch Community Center in Flagstaff. Flagstaff Mayor Coral Evans provided opening…

KNAU update for June 21 — KNAU eNews: Prescribed Burns, California Condor, and More

Click here for the latest KNAU news   KNAU Insider – June 21st, 2019 Strange Reception? From time to time, especially as the weather warms up in Northern Arizona, we receive calls from listeners alerting us that “another station has taken…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for June 20 — Flagstaff is your place for theater, outdoor events and more. Find all your recreation, art and music events with Flagstaff 365 Happenings

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 June 20 — Check out these creative Summer Classes at Sedona Arts Center

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Summer Art Classes  at Sedona Arts Center Taking classes on our campus in Uptown Sedona affords the opportunity not only to explore the arts, but also to meet new neighbors and immerse yourself…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for June 19 — Save the Date: Kevin Campbell returns to Northern Arizona on Oct. 29

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, June 19, 2019 Connections Spotlight Save the Date: Kevin Campbell returns to Northern Arizona on Oct. 29 FLAGSTAFF — Kevin Campbell, an internationally known youth permanency expert, founder of the…

District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler’s update for June 18 — Supervisor Lena Fowler selected into the 2019 NACo County Leadership Institute

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   June 18, 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!…

AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection update for June 14 — Mary Rabago: Una Pueblerina Soñadora

Dear friend and partner, below please find information on the issues addressed this week. Please help us share links with family and friends. Programs can be accessed on Facebook, YouTube and Podcast [Stitcher in Android and Podcast in IPhone]; all…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for June 13 — Celebrate Father’s Day weekend in Flagstaff. Find all your recreation, art and music events with Flagstaff 365 Happenings

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 June 13 — The Ceramics Department at Sedona Arts Center

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   The Ceramics Department  at Sedona Arts Center The Ceramics Department is headed by Dennis Ott, winner of the 2018 Governor’s Arts Award of Arizona for Arts Education and the City of Sedona Mayor’s…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for June 12 — Vendors can now sign up to participate in CCC&Y’s 9th Annual Flagstaff Early Childhood Fair

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, June 12, 2019 Connections Spotlight Vendors can now sign up to participate in CCC&Y’s 9th Annual Flagstaff Early Childhood Fair Dear Fellow Early Childhood Community Member: In celebration of young…

District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler’s update for June 11 — Supervisor Fowler meets with BLM on The Wave

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   June 11, 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!…

Sedona Arts Center update for June 10 — The Importance of Experimental Learning by Elizabeth St. Hilaire

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   One of the Art’s Center’s most popular instructors shares her love of learning. See links to workshops with Elizabeth and some of the artists she has chosen to study with following the article.…

UPDATE: Drivers should plan for ramp closures on Interstate 40 in Williams through June

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Expect delays and allow extra travel time Northern Arizona drivers on Interstate 40 west of Flagstaff should plan for travel delays due to construction work between Parks and Williams. Crews have scheduled ramp closures and…

AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection update for June 7 — ‘It’s the Economy, Stupid’

Dear friend and partner, There is still room to register for our Lunch & Learn in Tolleson on Wednesday, June 12. Register today: https://aarp.cvent.com/d/9yqnl6/ Additionally, below please find information on the issues addressed this week. Please help us share links…

Sedona Arts Center update for June 7 — Sedona Photofest FREE Talks, Lowell Observatory Star Party, Workshops and more!

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Sedona Arts Center: Partner Event SEDONA PHOTOFEST June 14–16, 2019 with Free Talks and Presentations at Mary D Fisher Theatre, Courtyard by Marriott, and Sedona Arts Center Sedona PhotoFest 2019 will educate and…

Multiple Governing Board Seats seeking applicants

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino County Superintendent of Schools Risha VanderWey is seeking applicants for appointment to four school districts. One seat is open in Coconino Community College District 5 in Page, Coconino Association for Vocations, Industry, and Technology (CAVIAT) Education…

KNAU update for June 7 — Summer Construction Season Underway in Northern Arizona Highways

Click here for the latest KNAU news   KNAU Insider – June 7th, 2019 Earth Notes: Clear Creek Vineyard and Winery In the late 1960s 20-something Ignacio Mesa dreamed of producing his own wine. Three decades later he began planting grapevines…

Coconino Community College update for June 6 — Coconino Community College’s Stellar Newsletter

June 1, 2019 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 Although the Arizona…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for June 5 — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth invites you to the 9th Annual Flagstaff Early Childhood Fair

Click here for the entire e-newsletter Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, June 5, 2019 Connections Spotlight Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth invites you to the 9th Annual Flagstaff Early Childhood Fair Dear Fellow Early Childhood Community Member: In celebration of young…

Sedona Arts Center update for June 5 — New Exhibitions, Call to Artists, Special events. Plus, visit Sedona Arts Center on Friday, June 7 from 5 to 8 pm for a First Friday artist reception!

FINE ART GALLERY Patricia Caldwell, Bill Cramer, Chikako Myers, and Dennis Ott Artists Reception June 7, from 5 to 8pm Visit Sedona Arts Center this June and indulge in the creative wonders of featured artists Patricia Caldwell, Bill Cramer, Chikako…

CCC seeks nominations for Distinguished Service Award 2019

FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College is seeking nominations for its prestigious Distinguished Service Award. The award recognizes outstanding service, leadership and support to the College and to the educational enrichment of Coconino County. Nominees must be a resident of Coconino County…

District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler’s update for June 5 — Coconino County Board of Supervisors donates Computer Center to Western Navajo Veterans Administration

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   June 4, 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!…

City of Flagstaff names Jared Tolman as Library Director

FLAGSTAFF — The city of Flagstaff has named Jared Tolman as the new Library Director. Tolman and several other applicants participated in a recruitment process that included an extensive in-person interview process with internal and external stakeholders, as well as a…

Coconino County African American Advisory Council, Southside Community Association to present annual Juneteenth Celebration on June 15

FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County African American Advisory Council (AAAC) and the Southside Community Association are proud to present the annual Juneteenth celebration. The event will be from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 15 at the Murdoch Community…

Through July 25 — Coconino Community College announces seven art workshops

FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College has announced the following art workshops for this summer: Introduction to Figure Drawing Jeff Roth June 3-13 Mondays- Thursdays 9 am -12 pm $325 Learning the essential figure drawing techniques and human anatomy to create…

LAUNCH Flagstaff update for May 31 — Initial Investment for Preschool Expansion Secured

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   THREE STEPS FORWARD Initial Investment for Preschool Expansion Secured This month the City of Flagstaff pledged an initial investment in the Flagstaff preschool expansion three-year pilot project, as part of their budget allocation…

United Way of Northern Arizona update for May 31 — Please help – KinderCamp Supply Drive

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   KinderCamp™ – the one-month “boot camp” that ensures that every child is academically, emotionally and socially ready for kindergarten – begins next week in Flagstaff. These classrooms of eager young learners at Thomas,…

Sedona Arts Center update for May 31 — New Workshops Added! Summer Sale! 10% off all these new workshops when you pay in full!

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Summer Sale! ALL WORKSHOPS ARE ON SALE! 10% OFF THROUGH JUNE 14 ONLY! Coupon applies to new registrations that elect to pay in full at the time of registration. To take advantage of…