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April 4 — NAU Latin American Studies to present ‘Samba Dreamers: The Making of a Brazilian American Novel’
On Tuesday, April 4 at 4 pm in the International Pavilion, NAU Latin American Studies presents . . . Brazilian-American author, Kathleen Azevedo will present “Samba Dreamers: The Making of a Brazilian American Novel.” Azevedo will discuss her novel Samba Dreamers (University of…
April 5 — Indigenous Community Forum to focus on Police & Criminal Justice
FLAGSTAFF — The next Indigenous Community Forum will focus on Police & Criminal Justice from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 5 at Flagstaff High School, in the Common Area. Organizers report this will be an opportunity for dialog and collaboration.…
April 6 — NAU Immigration Awareness Series presents Susan Harbage Page: ‘Objects from the Borderlands and [Non] Belonging’
On Thursday April 6 at 7:30 pm in LA 120, No más muertes / No More Death & Latin American Studies presents as part of the Immigration Awareness Series . . . Artist and professor Susan Harbage Page — “Objects from the Borderlands and NonBelonging.” For…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for March 2
Click here to see the latest newsletter. Upcoming Dates March, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events March, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events March, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events March, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming events March 6, Flagstaff Community STEM Celebration…
NAU — Do You Want to Study Abroad in Costa Rica?
FLAGSTAFF — NAU — Do You Want to Study Abroad in Costa Rica? Lamm Scholarship for study abroad in Costa Rica during Fall 2017 Click here for more information.
March 23 — NAU Immigration Awareness Series: ‘Separate and Unequal: Deadly Neglect in Private Immigrant-Only Prisons’
FLAGSTAFF — No más muertes NAU / NAU No More Deaths, Student Activity Council and Latin American studies will present the next Immigration Awareness Series event, where Seth Freed Wessler, will speak on “Separate and Unequal: Deadly Neglect in Private Immigrant-only Prisons” at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 23…
March 9 — NAU’s Latin American Studies and the NAU student club No More Deaths / No más murexes to present ‘Dan Millis: From Border Walls to Borderlands’
FLAGSTAFF — NAU’s Latin American Studies and the NAU student club No More Deaths / No más muertas to present “Dan Millis: From Border Walls to Borderlands” at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 9 at NAU’s Liberal Arts, Room 120. Millis is…
March 11 — Keeping Flagstaff Together to hold full-day training session
FLAGSTAFF — Keeping Flagstaff Together will hold full-day training session on Saturday, March 11 at Killip Elementary School, 2300 E. 6th Ave., Flagstaff. The group held its first meeting at Killip on Feb. 18 with Tucson attorney Cowan talking about the successful…
March 18 — Keep Flagstaff Together Planning Meeting to be held at Killip Elementary School
FLAGSTAFF — Keeping Flagstaff Together will hold a planning meeting at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 18 at Killip Elementary School, 2300 E. 6th Ave., Flagstaff. The group held its first meeting at Killip on Feb. 18 with Tucson attorney Cowan talking about the successful model that…
March 12 — Latino Genealogy and Preservation Workshop to be held at East Flagstaff Library
FLAGSTAFF — A Latino Genealogy and Preservation Workshop will be held from 1:30 to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 12 at the East Flagstaff Library, 3000 N. 4th St., Suite 5, Flagstaff. Join us and learn how to be a “Community Archivist” by…
March 9 — Flagstaff Communicators to present ‘Speed Networking’
View this email in your browser Speed Networking Identify new business alliances, synergies, career opportunities and more. Join us this Thursday at Thursday, March 9th from 11:15 to 1:00pm Attend a fun, organized event with a guaranteed method of meeting new…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Feb. 28
COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News Donate to the Child Abuse Prevention Fund on your Taxes!…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Feb. 27
FLAGSTAFF — Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update. Click here to see the latest newsletter. Greetings, Monday, March 6th from 5:30-7PM is Flagstaff Community STEM night @ NAU Walkup SkyDome!!! All Free event, hands on activities, hundreds of displays and FREE…
NAU update for Feb. 24
NAU part of national program to improve, share formula for student success Making Oscar picks? NAU film instructor opines on likely winners NAU.EDU gets a facelift! Horizon Concert Series brings Shakespearean music to NAU Researcher to speak at NAU symposium…
Flagstaff Police Department responds to concerns about immigration
By the Flagstaff Police Department The Flagstaff Police Department has seen an increase in questions relating to a person’s immigration status and coverage by the media. The Flagstaff Police Department’s policy has not changed regarding this issue. This policy has…
STEM City has a half-time Executive Director position available
FLAGSTAFF — STEM City has a half-time Executive Director position available Please distribute this application widely. The application is due February 27th by 5 pm. Please download the application information here.
KNAU update for Feb. 24
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Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Feb. 23
Click here to see the latest newsletter. Upcoming Dates February, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events February, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events February, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events February, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming events March 6, Flagstaff Community STEM Celebration…
CCC governing board members sworn in during ceremony Feb. 17
FLAGSTAFF — After a snowstorm that dropped 3 feet of snow on Flagstaff delayed the ceremony, two newly elected Coconino Community College District Governing Board Members were sworn into office during a ceremony at the Lone Tree campus on Friday, Feb. 17.…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Feb. 21
Click here for the latest newsletter. Get Involved: F3 Social Justice Committee Meeting, 2/23 “This Community” Page Launched: Find Social Justice, Environmental, and Activism Events All in One Place Get Informed City Council Rejects Special Election Request Inside F3: Seeking New…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Feb. 21
COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News Wild Child Kids Books Free Tax Prep! AZ GIS Education…
Registration open for annual CCC&Y Child Abuse Prevention Conference on March 30
FLAGSTAFF — Registration is now open for annual Child Abuse Prevention Conference from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, March 30. The conference is presented by the Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth. Individual registration is $95, or $75 for CCC&Y…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Feb. 13
FLAGSTAFF — Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update. Click here to see the latest newsletter. Greetings, Please join us for the Site Council Meeting and/or the PTO meeting which will both be held on Wednesday, February 15th. Site Council starts at…
NAU update for Feb. 10
NAU doctoral student focuses research on Navajo Nation Spring is in the air: NAU Horizons Concert Series lineup announced NAU ethnic studies professor discusses complex history of Malcolm X Spotlight: Nicole Hampton, Martin D. Sommerness, Amy Hitt, Dorothy Wu Nelson,…
City of Flagstaff Reports Zero Winter Exposure Deaths in Flagstaff Reported in 2017
FLAGSTAFF — Thank you northern Arizona! In January 2017 there were zero winter exposure deaths reported in the City of Flagstaff despite the series of three significant winter storms that ranked in the top ten winter storm events in Flagstaff…
Fosterclub Accepting Applications for 2017 for All-Star Internship Program
Fosterclub Accepting Applications for 2017 for All-Star Internship Program. Click on flyer for more information.
KNAU update for Feb. 10
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Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Feb. 9
Click here to see the latest newsletter. Upcoming Dates February, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events February, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events February, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events February, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming events Feb. 2, Page Unified School District…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Feb. 7
COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News Don’t Forget your Flu Shot! 4 Tips to Help Prevent…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Feb. 6
FLAGSTAFF — Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update. Click here to see the latest newsletter. Greetings, We want to give a big shout out of thanks to Fratellis! Our fundraiser back in December earned the PTO over $600! Thank you Fratellis and families…
Latino News Notes: American Immigration Council
New Immigration Court Directive Could Weaken Due Process The Trump administration released a memorandum this week–effective immediately–which orders the Department of Justice Executive Office for Immigration Review (which manages the immigration courts) to prioritize deportation hearings for certain groups, including…
NAU update for Feb. 2
NAU president invites Lumberjack community to celebrate Black History Month San Manuel Band of Mission Indians donates $1 million to NAU NAU scientist uses remote sensing technologies to detect groundwater in drought-stricken East Africa NAU Athletics honors girls and women…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Feb. 2
Click here to see the latest newsletter. Upcoming Dates February, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events February, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events February, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events February, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming events Feb. 2, Page Unified School District Health…
March 3 — The 5th Annual STEM Awards
You are Invited! The red carpet will unroll for the STEMmy’s on Friday, March 3rd at the Museum of Northern Arizona from 5 – 7 pm. Appetizers will be served. Last year’s STEM Teacher of the Year, Ted Komada, will reprise his inspirational “SciTalk” from the Festival of Science; Awards will…
March 6 — 4th Annual Flagstaff Community STEM Celebration to be held at NAU Skydome
By Flagstaff STEM City FLAGSTAFF — The 4th Annual Flagstaff Community STEM Celebration will take place from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, March 6 at the Northern Arizona University J. Walkup Skydome. This event is a Celebration of all things STEM in Flagstaff! All…
Feb. 14 — Information event at NAU to focus on bill to restrict on campus living students ability from registering to vote
FLAGSTAFF — An information event at NAU to focus on bill to restrict on campus living students ability from registering to vote will be held from noon to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 14 at the NAU University Union. “Our Rep. Bob…
KNAU update for Jan. 27
Earth Notes: Western Explorer Almon Thompson Heavy Snow Creates High Avalanche Danger on the San Francisco Peaks Elevated Uranium Levels Near Grand Canyon Likely Due To Natural Source Brain Food: Mass Extinction Theory Lacks Support Mary Tyler Moore: On Her…
Consulado General de México en Phoenix eventos de interés para la comunidad
Consulado General de México en Phoenix eventos de interés para la comunidad. ConsuladoMóvil/Flagstaff 29 de abril ConsuladoMóvil/Prescott
NAU update for Jan. 27
NAU researcher discovers key to fighting autism may lie not in the mind, but in the gut New online tool provides clear pathway for NAU transfer students NAU’s unique study abroad program wins international award NAU Lyric Theatre presents ‘Dido…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Jan. 26
Click here to see the latest newsletter. Upcoming Dates January, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events January, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events January, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events January, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming events Feb. 2, Page Unified School District…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Jan. 25
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Seminars help CCC students apply for scholarships
FLAGSTAFF — It’s time for Coconino Community College future and current students to apply for scholarships for the 2017-18 academic year, and to get students ready, there will be two seminars to help. Learn about scholarship opportunities at CCC from Financial…
FUSD Governing Board meeting canceled for Jan. 24, district schools closed Jan. 25
FLAGSTAFF — Due to current road conditions the Flagstaff Unified School District Governing Board Meeting scheduled for tonight, January 24, 2017 is rescheduled for Tuesday January 31, 2017. Because of drifting snow, ice and impassable roadways & walkways, all FUSD schools…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Jan. 24
COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News Save the Date! Child Abuse Prevention Conference! Holiday Star Fest…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Jan. 23
FLAGSTAFF — Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update. Click here to see the latest newsletter. Greetings, On February 1-13th, the Oceanography Club will be selling Valentine’s Day Pops during lunch and after school. Parents and students can also pre-order…
Winter storms: CCC District Governing Board swearing-in ceremony canceled. City, County take precautions
FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino Community College District Governing Board swearing-in ceremony planned for 4 p.m. Friday, Jan. 20, on the Lone Tree Campus, has been canceled because of the possibility of heavy snow later. #CCC will be rescheduling the event and will send a…
Coconino County: Backcountry Avalanche Potential Awareness
FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Sheriff’s Office and the Coconino National Forest are warning backcountry mountain travelers to be alert for potential avalanche hazards on the San Francisco Peaks. The existing snowpack, recent wind events, and a large amount of…
Winter Exposure: Risks and Awareness — Do Something
FLAGSTAFF — When temperatures drop significantly below normal, staying warm and safe can be a challenge and during the cold winter months people are susceptible to exposure to the elements. City Manager, Josh Copley said “one exposure death is too many in…
‘Understanding this Moment: An Inauguration Day Teach-In’ at NAU, other events on Jan. 20
FLAGSTAFF — “Understanding this Moment: An Inauguration Day Teach-In” to be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 20 at Northern Arizona University, Havasupai Room A/B. Presented by NAU’s College of Arts & Lecture, “Examine the Past, Imagine the Future —…
NAU update for Jan. 20
Lumberjack love: NAU student-athletes work with area elementary school children Faculty perspective: “Why I wanted to teach at NAU” Stay in the know for snow Spotlight: President Rita Cheng and Daniel Palm • Alexandra A. Carpino • Science and Health Building • Army ROTC program • Bill Carter • James…
KNAU update for Jan. 20
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Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Jan. 19
Click here to see the latest newsletter. Upcoming Dates January, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events January, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events January, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events January, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming events Education Spotlight 6 ways…
NAU update for Jan. 12
NAU invites public to join MLK day festivities Spring events blossom at NAU College of Arts and Letters NAU collaboration earns grant to provide care for substance abuse patients Spotlight: Joanne Keene • Hospitality Management • Margot Saltonstall • Eric O’Connell • Flower Darby NAU NEWS
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Jan. 10
COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News CCC&Y to keep you informed during 2017 legislative session Arizona…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Jan. 9
FLAGSTAFF — Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update. Click here to see the latest newsletter. Greetings, Do you have any old gaming stations like Playstations, Nintendos, or Wiis that you’re looking to get rid of? PTO would happily take any donations for…
Flagstaff Police Department Citizens Liaison Committee to hold next public meeting on Jan. 11
FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff Police Department Citizens Liaison Committee will hold its next quarterly public meeting at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 11 at The Flagstaff Aquaplex, 1702 N. Fourth St., Flagstaff. Marianne Sullivan, Senior Assistant City Attorney with the Flagstaff City Attorney’s Office,…
Feb. 17 — CCC to host guest ceramics artist
FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College will host a guest ceramics artist who will give a free public presentation and lecture on Friday, Feb. 17. Joseph Bennion is a distinguished potter who will be traveling from Spring City, Utah to visit CCC.…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Jan. 5
Click here to see the latest newsletter. Upcoming Dates December, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events December, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events December, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events December, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming events Education Spotlight…
Coconino County: ASHLine tops list of best ways to quit tobacco in 2017
Many residents of Coconino County welcomed the new year by taking a vow to start living a healthier lifestyle and quit smoking tobacco. The Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) and the Arizona Department of Health Services are teaming…