Triple threat: NAU teams bring home three conference championships Virtual reality, actual learning: NAU lab using new technology for education NAU’s Cline library upgrading its service platforms Spotlight: Eric Meeks • Camp Kesem • Michael Amundson • Early Childhood Education Student Spotlight: Brandon Zimheld and Samantha…
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City of Flagstaff Council announces 2017-2019 goals
FLAGSTAFF — At the Flagstaff City Council retreats in January 2017, the Council created new goals for the 2017-2019 calendar years. The goals ranged in categories from Economic Development, to Personnel, to Social Justice and Climate Change, these goals create…
Sunnyside Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños announces upcoming events
FLAGSTAFF — The Sunnyside Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños has announced a series of upcoming events including: March 8 — Farm Fresh Produce the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month from 2 to 5 p.m. March 9 — Sunnyside Neighborhood…
KNAU update for March 3
Current News Stories Earth Notes: Porcupines Return to the Colorado Plateau Arizona Opera “Arizona Lady” Brain Food: Rebirth and the Spring Equinox Scientists Renew Debate over Pluto’s Planet Status
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 County announces job opportunities as of March 2
Click here for the latest Coconino County Job Opportunities. You can also view current job opportunities on the county’s jobs website HERE You may now apply online by clicking on the job title you are interested in and then clicking “Apply”. You may also…
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.
April 28 — Palette To Palate 2017
The 15th Annual Coconino Community College Foundation Fundraiser for the Fine Arts Department consists of great food from some of the best restaurants in northern Arizona, silent and live art auctions and entertainment. Funds from Palette to Palate events assist…
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…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Feb. 28
Click here for the latest newsletter. In This Issue Take Action: Support “Ban the Box” – Fair Chances for Workers with Records (Council Discussion Tonight, 2/28) Get Informed Council to Discuss Water Rates Tonight (2/28) Council Scheduled to Vote on Minimum…
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!…
Flagstaff City Council to receive legal advice on Feb. 28 to a potential amendment to Chapter 15-01 minimum wage
FLAGSTAFF — On November 8, 2016 the Minimum Wage Act also known as Prop 414 was approved by the voters. On November 28, 2016 Prop 414 was proclaimed law by the Mayor and became Chapter 15-01 of the Flagstaff City Code.…
City of Flagstaff reports on agendas for Flagstaff City Council meetings on Feb. 28
FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff has announced the City Council agenda for upcoming Flagstaff City Council meetings. Feb. 28, 2017 — City Council Special Meeting (Executive Session), 4 p.m. Feb. 28, 2017 —City Council Work Session, 6 p.m. More City of…
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.
Coconino County Weekly update
Board of Supervisors At the Board meeting this past week: At the BOS meeting this past week, the Board approved a proclamation in support of Achieve 60, a program to support the state achieving 60 percent of high school graduates…
KNAU update for Feb. 24
Earth Notes: Spotted Bats National Symphony Orchestra on All Things Considered Next Monday Plan Introduced to Fix Troubled Navajo Veterans’ Housing Program Senate Requires Intervention In Abortion With Signs Of Life Legislation Would Dissolve Arizona State Parks Board Arizona Opera…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future: The Hub Case Heard in Superior Court at 2:30 p.m. Feb. 23
Click here for the entire e-mail Dear Friends and Supporters, This is a reminder that the first court case in the appeal of The Hub is scheduled for tomorrow, Thursday, February 23 from 2:30 – 4:00 pm. Please see the…
Coconino County announces job opportunities as of Feb. 23
Click here for the latest Coconino County Job Opportunities. You can also view current job opportunities on the county’s jobs website HERE You may now apply online by clicking on the job title you are interested in and then clicking “Apply”. You may also…
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…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Feb. 16
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…
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…
Flagstaff City Hall Closed Feb. 20 in honor of President’s Day
FLAGSTAFF — City Hall offices at 211 W. Aspen Ave. will be closed on Monday, Feb. 20, 2017 in honor of President’s Day. City Hall offices will reopen on Tuesday, Feb. 21 with regular hours of 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.…
Feb. 26 — Flagstaff Residents Invited to Learn How to Become an Education Advocate
WHAT: On Sunday, Feb. 26, Expect More Arizona will host a free workshop for anyone interested in becoming an education advocate. This informative training will provide attendees with an overview on the legislative process and the tools that can be…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Feb. 14
Click here for the latest newsletter. Take Action: Tonight at Council: Oppose a Special Election (2/14) Get Involved Social Justice Committee Meeting, 2/23 Inside F3: Seeking New Board Members
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Feb. 14
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 Spring Break Circus Camp Flagstaff’s Early Childhood Fair 2017 Child…
Keeping Flagstaff Together organizing meeting set for Feb. 18 at Killip Elementary School. Please see related information
FLAGSTAFF — On Sat Feb 18th at 9:00 am in the Killip Elementary Library we will be forming a new collective, “Keeping Flagstaff Together,” with the expressed purpose of working to keep members of our community from being deported. Tucson attorney…
City of Flagstaff reports on agendas for Flagstaff City Council meetings on Feb. 14, 16
FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff has announced the City Council agenda for upcoming Flagstaff City Council meetings. February 16, 2017 City Council Budget Retreat February 14, 2017 City Council Special Meeting February 14, 2017 City Council Special Meeting (Executive Session) More…
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
Brain Food: Teaching Kids Climate Change Through Biocrust Earth Notes: Vermilion Flycatchers Seasonal Firefighters Exempt From Federal Hiring Freeze Family of Slain AZ Aid Worker Make Donation in Daughter’s Name ADOT Says Give Snowplows Space Current News Stories
Guest commentary: Four tips to help prevent tooth decay in Arizona’s young kids
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month Flagstaff — Parents and caregivers are the first defense in helping prevent tooth decay in Arizona’s youngest children. February is National Children’s Dental Health month, which promotes the benefits of good oral health. Left…
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…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Feb. 7
Click here for the latest newsletter. Take Action: Weigh In On a Special Election to Amend Prop 414 Get Involved: Beer & Gear to Benefit F3, 2/10 “We Are Them and They Are Us: Taking the High Road to Social…
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…
City Council Minimum Wage Special Meeting Scheduled Tuesday, February 14
FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff City Council will meet on Tuesday, February 14, 2017 at 6pm for a Special Meeting to consider potential options regarding the minimum wage. The public is invited to attend this, and all City Council meetings, and are…
KNAU update for Feb. 3
Earth Notes: Controlling Kochia in the West Study: Managed Wildfires a Mixed Success for Ponderosa Pine Forests Application Period Set For GC River Trip Permits Arizona Sends Out 580,000 Incorrect Tax Forms Satellites Reveal Shrinking Water, Bare Shorelines in Lower…
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…
City of Flagstaff reports on agenda for Flagstaff City Council meeting on Feb. 7
FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff has announced the City Council agenda for Flagstaff City Council meeting at 4:30 and 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 7. City Council Regular Meeting More City of Flagstaff News: City Council Minimum Wage Special Meeting Scheduled Tuesday,…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Jan. 31
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 Federal Child Abuse Numbers Climb Again Can Understanding…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Jan. 31
Click here for the latest newsletter. Take Action: Tell City Council You Support a Resolution Against the DAPL (Discussion Today, 1/31) Get Involved: “We Are Them and They Are Us: Taking the High Road to Social Change” Workshop, 2/15 Social Justice…