Category: Education

Oct. 24 — Laura St. John to present information on legal challenges facing Latin American immigrants and refugees in the U.S. and Arizona

FLAGSTAFF — On Tuesday Oct. 24 at 4 pm in LA 120, Northern Arizona University, Laura St. John, director of the Florence Immigrant and Refugee Rights Project, will give a presentation about the legal challenges facing Latin American immigrants and refugees…

Oct. 25 — Historian Andrés Reséndez, author of ‘The Other Slavery,’ to speak on history of the enslavement and forced labor of indigenous peoples

FLAGSTAFF — On Wednesday Oct. 25 at 6:30 pm in SBS West 200, Northern Arizona University, historian Andrés Reséndez from UC Davis, will be speak about his ground-breaking work, which traces the history of the enslavement and forced labor of indigenous peoples…

NAU update for Oct. 13

Click here for the latest NAU News   Friday, Oct. 13 NAU’s director of shuttle services named 2017 Homecoming Dedicatee Judy Manor started working for shuttle services as a bus driver nearly 20 years ago. Since then, she has led to…

Oct. 14 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Medicare’s ABCDs and the Triple As’

Dear friend, happy Friday! The subject on Saturday’s radio program will be MEDICARE’S ABCDs AND THE TRIPLE As. We will explain each part of Medicare, Medicare Original versus Medicare Advantage, Medicare’s Savings Programs, Enrollment Periods, and the Area Agencies on Aging.…

KNAU update for Oct. 13

Click here for the latest KNAU news   Thank you for your support! 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 – October 13th, 2017…

Nov. 14 — NAU No More Deaths, Latin American Studies to screen ‘award-winning documentary film, ‘Forbidden: Undocumented and Queer in Rural America’

FLAGSTAFF — On Tuesday Nov 14 at 7 pm in LA 136, NAU No More Deaths and NAU Latin American Studies will screen the award-winning documentary film, Forbidden: Undocumented and Queer in Rural America as part of the Immigration Awareness Series. You can view…

Local First ARIZONA update for Oct. 12

Check out some upcoming fun things to do! Fall Fest! A Celebration of AZ It doesn’t get any more Arizona than this! Saturday, November 4, 10 – 4 Hance Park, Phoenix, AZ Find Out More Taste Flagstaff! Come and join…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Oct. 12

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth October 12, 2017 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates October — Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events October — Page Public Library announces…

Market of Dreams announces the Sunnyside Book Store

FLAGSTAFF — Looking for a good book? Welcome to the Sunnyside Book Store, located inside the Market of Dreams at 2532 E. 7th Ave., Flagstaff. The book store featured books from local self-published and small press authors from a variety…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Oct. 10

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Get You Tickets! The annual F3 Gala is this weekend and it’s going to be more fun and more substantive than ever! Entertainment from FlagShakes and Tiny Punches Exciting live auction featuring for once-in-a-lifetime experiences! An…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Oct. 10

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   October 10, 2017 Edition Check Out the Latest News Masquerade Ball Anti-Bullying Event Pumpkin Walk and Fall Fest Boys & Girls Club of Flagstaff Halloween Festival Make a Difference Day Storybook Fun with Curious…

Oct. 10 — Coconino Community College to present Flagstaff Hispanic Pioneers with Breann Velasco

FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College to present Flagstaff Hispanic Pioneers with Breann Velasco from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 10 at the Lone Tree Campus. Velasco will share her research on the on the experience of Latinos in Flagstaff and the…

Oct. 6 — Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces to present annual Sugar Skull-making workshop

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

NAU update for Oct. 6

Click here for the latest NAU News   Friday, Oct. 6 Washington Center honors NAU with prestigious civic engagement award The award recognizes NAU’s partnership with Northern Arizona Healthcare to reduce health disparities among Arizona’s Latino, Native American and rural populations.…

Inside Coconino update for Oct. 6

        Greetings Coconino County!   I am Rashida Suminski, the Public Fiduciary Director for Coconino County. I recently joined the County on May 30, 2017, where I have the pleasure to continue my role as the Public Fiduciary…

Flagstaff Watershed Protection Project five-year anniversary celebration to be held Oct. 13

FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff Watershed Protection Project (FWPP) is celebrating its five-year anniversary with a special community event on Oct. 13, from 6-7 p.m. at Mother Road Brewery, located at 7 S. Mikes Pike. The FWPP was approved by city voters…

Oct. 7 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘My Fraud Prevention Strategy’

Dear friend, happy Friday! The subject on Saturday’s radio program will be MY FRAUD PREVENTION STRATEGY. With the help of our guests, we will address common scams and fraud (including the Equifax breach), describe con artists’ tactics, and offer a fraud…

KNAU update for Oct. 6

Click here for the latest KNAU news   Thank you for your support! 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 – October 6th, 2017…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Oct. 5

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth October 5, 2017 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates October — Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events October — Page Public Library announces…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Oct. 4

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Donate Now In This Issue 2017 Livable Community Award Nominees Indigenous Circle of Flagstaff presents at Oct. 10th Council Meeting F3 Gala is just around the corner – exciting entertainment, good food, and great…

Local First ARIZONA: Free Webinar: Holiday Marketing for Rural Businesses, plus upcoming events

The Arizona Rural Development Council (AZRDC) and Local First Arizona Foundation offer a monthly webinar series, Solutions for Rural Development,stemming from discussions at the annual Rural Policy Forum. This free webinar rotates topics that address various issues and solutions surrounding the development process specifically to rural areas. Solutions For…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Oct. 3

Click here for the entire e-newsletter October 3, 2017 Edition Check Out the Latest News Halloween Harvest & 2nd Locals’ Night Become a Foster Parent! Evening Halloween Tours End of Season Celebration Pumpkin Walk and Fall Fest Fall Festival Super…

Oct. 7 — CCC to present Career & Tech Round-Up 2017

FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College is hosting a free Career and Tech Round-Up on Saturday, Oct. 7, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The curriculum includes engineering, science, technology, hospitality and other educational opportunities. “The CTE Round-Up is one of the premier events in…

NAU update for Sept. 29

Click here for the latest NAU News   Friday, Sept. 29 NAU’s strengths, solutions to challenges focus of President Cheng’s speech to ABOR  President Rita Cheng addressed NAU’s efforts to meet students’ needs in terms of location, educational offerings, financial help…

Sept. 30 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Finances in Order’

Dear friend, happy Friday!   The subject for Saturday’s radio program will be FINANCES IN ORDER. We will have a conversation on budgeting, managing credit and debt, and saving and protecting assets. If you have not seen the video ad, here…

KNAU update for Sept. 29

Click here for the latest KNAU news   Thank you for your support! 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 29th, 2017…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Sept. 28

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   September 28, 2017 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates Sept. 28, LAUNCH Flagstaff to present ‘American Teacher’ at The Orpheum Oct., Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events Oct.., Page Public Library announces upcoming events…

Supervisors pass DACA Resolution

The Coconino County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously in favor of congressional action on the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program at the regular board meeting Tuesday night. DACA was an executive action that allowed children under the age…

Oct. 4 — Coconino County Tri-Diversity Council to meet

FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Tri-Diversity Council (agenda here) meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 4 in the Board of Supervisors meeting room. The council consists of the African American Advisory Council, the Coconino Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) and…

Oct. 4 — Coconino Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) to meet

FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) will hold its next meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 4 at the Coconino County Administration Building, Second Floor Conference Room, 219 E. Cherry Ave., Flagstaff, Arizona. CHAC AGENDA HERE * Time,…

NAU update for Sept. 22

Click here for the latest NAU News   Friday, Sept. 22 NAU’s Personalized Learning program highlighted on PBS (VIDEO) Watch how two long-distance Lumberjacks are obtaining their degrees thanks to this highly-acclaimed competency-based program. NAU students, researchers discover way to harvest…

KNAU update for Sept. 22

Click here for the latest KNAU news   Thank you for your support! 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 22nd, 2017…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Sept. 21

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth September 21, 2017 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates Sept., Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events Sept., Page Public Library announces upcoming events…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Sept. 19

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Donate Now In This Issue Flagstaff Open Space, Parks, and Recreation Meeting City Council Votes on a Resolution to Support Congress extending DACA Events Around Town YOU ARE INVITED TO THE 3rd FLAGSTAFF…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Sept. 19

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   September 19, 2017 Edition Check Out the Latest News Evening Halloween Tours Camp Mourning Star Pumpkin Walk and Fall Fest Young Readers’ Fest East Flagstaff Community Library Fall 2017 Programs Halloween Harvest &…

Flagstaff Festival of Science continues with ‘Science in the Park’ on Sept. 23

FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff Festival of Science continues with “Science in the Park” from 10 a.m. to  2 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 23 at Wheeler Park, downtown Flagstaff. Other events on Saturday include: Joy Cone Tours: The Engineering Behind High Altitude Cooking…

Coconino County announces Seasonal Flu Shot appointments

COCONINO COUNTY — The Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) is offering seasonal flu shots at the CCPHSD Clinic in Flagstaff. To schedule an appointment, call the Clinic at 928-679-7222 or toll-free at 1-877-679-7272. The Centers for Disease Control and…

Sept. 24 — DACA Renewal Clinic to be held in Flagstaff

FLAGSTAFF — Do you want help completing the DACA renewal paperwork? Come to the free DACA Renewal Clinic on September 24, 2017 at the East Flagstaff Public Library. Trained volunteers will be available to help complete DACA paperwork. Bring your social…

Sept. 27 — Sunnyside Market of Dreams to hold special information session for Flagstaff, surrounding area self-published authors, artists

FLAGSTAFF — The Sunnyside Market of Dreams will hold a special information session for Flagstaff, surrounding area self-published authors, artists for a special project from 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 2532 E. 7th Ave., Flagstaff. Also, signed copies…

Flagstaff Gathers on Oct. 1 to Suggest Opportunities for Funding K-12 Education for a Successful Economic Future

FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff area residents will gather to examine the complex funding process for K-12 Education in the state and give input on what could be a comprehensive plan to ensure the state supports a robust education system.  At the core…

CCC gets grant for veteran tutoring services

FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College veterans will be receiving additional tutoring and financial services as a result of a $10,000 grant from a nonprofit organization that serves veterans. The grant was made possible through Support Education and Employment for Vets…

Seasonal Flu Shot appointments

The Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) is offering seasonal flu shots at the CCPHSD Clinic in Flagstaff. To schedule an appointment, call the Clinic at 928-679-7222 or toll-free at 1-877-679-7272. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)…

NAU update for Sept. 15

Click here for the latest NAU News Friday, Sept. 15 Wildfire and invasive species driving increased size, cost of public land restoration efforts  NAU and USGS researchers recently published a paper that reveals goals for land management decisions and provides new…

KNAU update for Sept. 15

Click here for the latest KNAU news Thank you for your support! 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 15th, 2017 KNAU’s…

Sept. 16 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Latinos in Health Professions’

Dear friend, saludos! The subject of Saturday’s radio program will be LATINOS IN HEALTH PROFESSIONS. With the expertise of Dr. Adriana Perez, Dr. Martin Hernandez and three other guests we will discuss the importance of having Latino representation in health professions;…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Sept. 14

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   September 14, 2017 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates Sept., Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events Sept., Page Public Library announces upcoming events Sept., Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming events Sept. 14,…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Sept. 12

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   September 12, 2017 Edition Check Out the Latest News Project WET Water Audit STEM Events East Flagstaff Community Library Fall 2017 Programs Training for Parents of Children with Special Needs School’s Out, Make It…

Fourth Graders learn from community members at the Flagstaff Water Festival on September 14, 2017

FLAGSTAFF —On September 14, 2017, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., over 900 fourth graders from Flagstaff will gather at the Flagstaff Water Festival at Foxglenn Park located at 4200 E. Butler Avenue, to learn about Arizona’s water resources and…

NAU update for Sept. 8

Click here for the latest NAU News   NAU researchers determine adverse effects of Houston flooding will be felt throughout the globe Using FEWSion, a new mapping system, the team was able to see how Hurricane Harvey will impact food and…

Sept. 9 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Rights of People with Disabilities’

Dear friend, Happy Friday! Our radio program tomorrow will be on RIGHTS OF PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES. With the help of our guests, we will explain the Americans with Disabilities Act (in the context of the Civil Rights Movement). Several guests will…