The next 12-week Basic Business Empowerment (BBE) business plan program will begin on Jan. 10. Basic Business Empowerment is a business development plan training program for Coconino County residents designed to help them gain confidence and information from trainers and…
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KNAU update for Nov. 4
Daylight Savings Time Early Sunday morning, most of the country returns to Standard Time, resulting in some minor program changes at KNAU. During Morning Edition from NPR, the Marketplace Morning Report will be heard at 6:50 and 8:50. The 9…
Coconino County announces job opportunities as of Nov. 3
Click here for Coconino County Job Opportunities as of Thursday, Nov. 3, 2016 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…
NAU update for Nov. 3
NAU researchers make their mark with new DNA testing tool NAU celebrates Native American Heritage Month NAU scientists develop a novel strategy for restoring sagebrush habitat Veterans Day recognized all week long at NAU NAU Lyric Theater produces loved classics,…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Nov. 3
Click here to see the latest newsletter. Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates November, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events November, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events November, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events November, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming…
Guest commentary: Flagstaff City Council — Adam Shimoni
By Adam Shimoni Each one of us has the potential to shape our cities, states, nations and world. The first step is engaging locally, and voting is the most simple and powerful way we can make our voices heard. Although…
AmigosNAZ November-December print edition at a location near you
The November-December print edition of AmigosNAZ is at a location near you. In it you will find: Places to go, gifts to buy this holiday On the lookout for last-minute Día de los Muertos items for your ofrenda? Maybe a road…
Flag Tech Talk to hold a ‘Search Engine Roundtable’ group discussion on Nov. 16
FLAGSTAFF — Flag Tech Talk will hold a “Search Engine Roundtable” group discussion at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 16 at Bookmans, Flagstaff. Presented by Joe Bodin of Reliable Web Designs and Bret Carprenter of the Coconino SBDC. We will be talking about Search…
City of Flagstaff, Coconino County announce parking restrictions through April 1
FLAGSTAFF — Parking restrictions effective November 1 through April 1. There is no parking on city streets or alleyways from midnight to 7:00 a.m. This allows Street Section crews to thoroughly plow streets for your safety. The parking restriction remains in effect…
Bilingual position available at Kinsey Elementary’s Parent Resource Center
FLAGSTAFF — Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. | Parenting Arizona is seeking an employee bilingual in Spanish/English to facilitate parenting classes and maintain the Parent Resource Center at Kinsey Elementary, Flagstaff. “This position will facilitate a school-based family resource center, empowering…
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…
Indigenous Circle of Flagstaff and City of Flagstaff Invites Community to Indigenous Forum on Homelessness on Nov. 30
FLAGSTAFF — An Indigenous Community Forum will be held from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 30 at Flagstaff High School to learn more about the important issue of homelessness that impacts many Indigenous People in Flagstaff. The entire Flagstaff community is invited…
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 —…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Nov. 1
COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Arizona @ Work November Calendar Girls on the Run of Northern Arizona will Host Annual 5k at…
Sunnyside Market of Dreams to present business evaluation event on Nov. 30
FLAGSTAFF — The Sunnyside Market of Dreams / Mercado de Sueños will present a business evaluation program with the Small Business Development Center from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3 at 2304 N. 3rd St., Flagstaff. Come join us at The Market of Dreams where…
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…
Flagstaff Regional Transportation Plan into the home stretch: Weigh in Now
Your input is needed as we near completion of Blueprint 2040, the next iteration of the 20-year regional transportation plan. The last 20-years have seen great gains in transit, pedestrian and bicycle facilities and services, but virtually no expansion of…
Public Invited to Attend High Occupancy Housing Plan Open Houses
FLAGSTAFF — In November the City of Flagstaff is hosting two open houses (Nov. 14, 17) to discuss the High Occupancy Housing (HOH) Plan. High occupancy housing is generally buildings that house more than 75 persons per acre or have more…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Oct. 25
Victory for Open Space at Ft. Tuthill! Council to Continue Discussion on Paying for Lone Tree Traffic Interchange High Occupancy Housing Plan Open Houses Set for November Early Ballots Are Here! Check Out Our Local Voter Guide We’re Moving! Can…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Oct. 25
COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Donation Drive for Runaway & Homeless Youth Encouraging pretend play in Flagstaff’s young children builds their brains…
Basic Business Empowerment entrepreneurship course continues through Nov. 22
FLAGSTAFF — The next Basic Business Empowerment (BBE) program, a classroom-based business development course, will begin at 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 6, at the Coconino County Health and Community Services Building, 2625 N. King St., Flagstaff (1 block East of 4th St.,…
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…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Oct. 20
Click here to see the latest newsletter. Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates October, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events October, East Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events October, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events October, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events October, Tuba…
NAU update for Oct. 19
President Cheng highlights NAU’s successes, future of possibilities Hundreds gathered for the campus forum held Tuesday, Oct. 18, at the High Country Conference Center NAU’s choral department welcomes the changing season with fall concert NAU Bookstore to host several author…
Coconino County announces job opportunities as of Oct. 19
Click here for Coconino County Job Opportunities as of Thursday, Oct. 6, 2016 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…
ECONA: A Labor Force on the Move
A century ago, the economic corridor in Northern Arizona was primarily made up of smaller economies – very separate and very different. Flagstaff was all about forestry; cattle dominated in Williams; and Winslow was created for the railroad (in fact,…
Goodwill: The Fresh Start Re-Entry Program
Click here for the entire newsletter Greetings! The process of leaving jail or prison can be difficult – particularly for those who have completed a lengthy sentence. They face challenges in obtaining a job, a place to live, or even…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Oct. 18
COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter October Family Movie Night: October 25th CAA’s Annual Through the Eyes of a Child Luncheon Upcoming Election…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Oct. 17
In This Issue Support Open Space at Ft. Tuthill this Wednesday, 10/19 Timber Sky Development Approved by Planning & Zoning Commission – Could Mean More Workforce Housing for Flagstaff! Early Ballots Are Here! Check Out Our Local Voter Guide We’re Moving!…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Oct. 17
FLAGSTAFF — Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update. Click here to see the latest newsletter. Greetings! Our 5th annual “Mustang Roundup” fundraising event will be happening this week. Students get pledges from family and friends and then get to choose from several physical…
KNAU update for Oct. 14
News: Final Presidential Debate October 19th Earth Notes: Reconciliation Ecology Brain Implant Restores Sense Of Touch To Paralyzed Man Tiny Fitness Trackers Reveal ‘Secret Life’ of Arctic Squirrels Bob Dylan, Titan Of American Music, Wins 2016 Nobel Prize In Literature…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Oct. 13
Click here to see the latest newsletter. Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates October, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events October, East Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events October, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events October, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events October, Tuba…
NAU update for Oct. 13
NAU Homecoming festivities continue NAU joins Lowell Observatory to honor the legacy of its founder NAU Theatre begins 2016-17 season Spotlight: Steve Burrell, Ricky Roberts, Don Carter, Larry MacPhee, Lori Rubino-Hare and Jo’el Kaye • Todd Welch • Jonathan Pringle • Jerry Anderfuren, Alexander Thomas, Lucas…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Oct. 11
COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Arizona @ Work October Calendar Creative Aging Workshop LOCKs: Preschool – The Planets in Our Solar System:…
City of Flagstaff announces new library hours
FLAGSTAFF – The main Downtown Library announces new Sunday hours starting October 16, 2016. The Downtown Library will open on Sundays from 10am-2pm and the East Flagstaff Community Library will continue their current Sunday hours of 1:00pm – 5:00pm. Refer to schedule and…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Oct. 10
Thank you Tory! In honor of Tory Syracuse’s first year as Executive Director, we’ve collected a few quotes from current and past F3 Board Members: Tory has been an incredible Executive Director this first year at F3! Her heart, work…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Oct. 10
FLAGSTAFF — Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update. Click here to see the latest newsletter. Greetings! Did you know if you eat at Coco’s Restaurant, 10% goes back to Sinagua? Just have your server put a copy of your receipt in…
City of Flagstaff reports on City Council final agenda for meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 18. More City of Flagstaff news here
FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff has announced the City Council agenda for next City Council meeting at 4 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 18 Click here for the final agenda. Other City of Flagstaff news: New Issue of Flagstaff’s CityScape Proposition 412: The Municipal Court…
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…
Coconino County announces job opportunities as of Oct. 6
Click here for Coconino County Job Opportunities as of Thursday, Oct. 6, 2016 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…
Deadline nears to get your advertising orders in for the November-December AmigosNAZ print edition
Hello everyone, Time to reserve your advertising space for the November-December AmigosNAZ print edition. We are accepting advertisements for full-page, half-page, quarter-page and business card-size advertisements, all in color, with advertisements appearing in our e-newsletter and daily on our website,…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Oct. 6
Click here to see the latest newsletter. Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates October, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events October, East Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events October, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events October, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events October, Tuba…
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…
CCC brings Adult Education to Havasupai Tribe
FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College will begin offering Adult Education courses to the Havasupai Tribe in the Grand Canyon so tribal members can receive GEDs. The CCC District Governing Board unanimously approved an agreement with the tribe Wednesday, Sept. 28, during…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Oct. 4
COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter New Census Data Finds Drop in Uninsured Children in Arizona Upcoming Election Information Live2Lead: October 7th Saturday…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future: Thank you to everyone who attended our Fundraising Gala
Thank you to everyone who attended our Fundraising Gala on October 1st at the Museum of Northern Arizona! A special thanks to our sponsors: Grand Canyon Trust, Hufford & Horstman, Flagstaff Bikes, Rooftop Solar, Communicating with Heart, dawnKISHphoto+motion, Noah Stalvey Allstate Insurance, and…
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…
Flag Tech Talk to present: ‘Our Favorite Computer Tips’ on Oct. 19
FLAGSTAFF — Flag Tech Talk will present a discussion on “Our Favorite Computer Tips” at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 19 at Bookmans, Flagstaff. Presented by Joe Bodin of Reliable Web Designs and Bret Carprenter of the Coconino SBDC. We all use computers a lot in our…
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…
City of Flagstaff to present open house schedule Nov. 4 for Prop. 411 and Prop. 412
Flagstaff, AZ (October 5, 2016) – Attend an upcoming open house and learn more about the Mountain Line Continuation Proposition 411 and Municipal Courthouse Proposition 412. Friday, November 4 from 6 – 8 p.m. During First Friday Artwalk at the Flagstaff Municipal…
Flagstaff Communicators to present ‘Your Social U’ on Oct. 13
It’s time to get your business on social media! with the Flagstaff Communicators Boost your business! One lucky participant will be chosen to receive a LIVE profile set-up/review on social media from our team of experts. Flagstaff Communicators luncheon presentation from…
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.…
Flagstaff Communicators to present ‘Meet the Board’ event on Nov. 10
Meet The Board This Thursday! Meet the Flagstaff Communicators Board and learn about our positions, duties, mission and more. The end of the year is approaching fast and we’re looking to add to our great panel of local business owners…
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…
Want a free link to your business’ or organization’s website? Sign up to be a distribution point for AmigosNAZ
The Hispanic Heritage Month special newsprint edition of AmigosNAZ is now available in a growing number of locations throughout Northern Arizona. Want a free link to your business’ or organization’s website? Sign up to be a distribution point for AmigosNAZ…
Willow Bend: Frances Short Pond Bioblitz a HUGE success!
FLAGSTAFF — On September 27th Rocky Mountain Research Station, Willow Bend Environmental Education Center, Friends of the Rio de Flag, and multiple other partners organized a Bioblitz at Frances Short Pond. Stations were set up around the pond that collected information…