Category: Local

Sedona Arts Center update for Oct. 14 — Free presentations Oct. 16

The 14th Annual Sedona Plein Air Festival, taking place NOW—is a week-long celebration of extraordinary landscape painting by nationally known artists featuring educational events and demonstrations, public paint-outs (where all the artists paint at a specific location) all leading to…

CCC donates computers to The Literacy Center

FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College donated six computers to The Literacy Center to help the organization continue its mission of “literacy for all.” Doug King, CCC’s Assistant Director of Client Services, said that over the past six years, CCC has…

CCC Associated Student Body gaining momentum

FLAGSTAFF — The Associated Student Body at Coconino Community College, after being inactive for a number of years, is up and running and gaining momentum. And the new officers are looking for all students to become aware of the ASB and…

Sedona Arts Center update for Oct. 12 — 14th Annual Sedona Plein Air Festival October 13–20

14th Annual Sedona Plein Air Festival October 13–20, 2018 Saturday, October 13, 7 pm Opening Reception Join us for a special reception, where each artist will exhibit select works from their home terrain—creating a diverse opening to the Festival that represents…

KNAU update for Oct. 12

Click here for the latest KNAU news Support Your Public Radio! 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 12th, 2018 Earth Notes:…

Comments sought on Coconino County Subdivision Ordinance

FLAGSTAFF — Coconino County Community Development is seeking public comment on the draft County Subdivision Ordinance. The draft has had input from a citizen advisory group, local design professionals, the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Board of Supervisors. The…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Oct. 11

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth October 11, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Expect More Arizona Vote4Education resources Candidates address youth education, child welfare issues with…

Sedona Arts Center update for Oct. 11 — Don’t miss the Fall Open Studio Tour Oct. 26-28

Attend the Fall Artist Open Studios Tour In Sedona on October 26, 27 & 28 The Sedona Visual Artists’ Coalition (SVAC) Studio Tour has experienced significant growth over the last several years, becoming one of Sedona’s “Can’t Miss” events.  In…

Coconino County Treasurer offers remote office hours

FLAGSTAFF — Coconino County Treasurer Sarah Benatar is offering remote office hours for taxpayers seeking help with their property tax bills. From Oct. 1 – Oct. 30, the Treasurer’s Office will be providing services at the Flagstaff Mall in partnership…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for Oct. 10 — Night at the Museum: Skylight City String Quartet, Pioneer Museum on Oct. 12

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…

Flagstaff Metropolitan Planning Organization trip diary survey during week of Oct. 15-19

FLAGSTAFF — During the week of October 15-19, 2018, the Flagstaff Metropolitan Planning Organization (FMPO) will conduct a trip diary survey of community travel patterns in the Flagstaff area. A total of 4,000 randomly-selected households in the Flagstaff area, including students…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Oct. 9

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   October 9, 2018 Edition Check Out the Latest News FREE Suicide prevention Workshops in Flagstaff – SafeTALK Celebraciones De La Gente Trick Or Treat Monster Meet Warner’s Fall Festival Free Cosmic Bowling Free…

ECoNA update for Oct. 9 — Film on Oct. 17 illustrates teaching challenge in AZ

  For many years, Arizona has been in the grips of a severe teacher shortage. A recent survey of school personnel administrators shows that 1 in 4 teaching vacancies remain unfilled. Meanwhile, an August report in the Arizona Republic noted that since…

Gina Santi Photography Images of the Month – October 2018

Gina Santi Photography Fine Ethnographic Images  Images of the Month – October 2018 En Español          In English           2019 Calendars        Valuable Coupon Tucked among the verdant hills of Colombia’s Coffee Triangle or Eje Cafeteroregion, Salento is a colorful, peaceful town with multihued buildings…

March For Our Lives Arizona Launches Month-Long Get Out The Vote Effort in Flagstaff, Phoenix, Tucson

PHOENIX, TUCSON, AND FLAGSTAFF — March For Our Lives Arizona will kick off a month-long get out the vote effort. This Month of Action consists of voter registration, phone-banking, canvassing, and volunteering for local candidates. March For Our Lives Arizona is…

KNAU update for Oct. 5

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Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Oct. 4

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth October 4, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Expect More Arizona Vote4Education resources Candidates address youth education, child welfare issues with…

Sedona Arts Center update for Oct. 4

In the Art Barn Annual Members’ Meeting October 5, 4–5pm 60th Annual Member’s Meeting We had a great year! Join us on First Friday at 4:00 pm as we celebrate the memories, say thank you to those who made it…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for Oct. 4

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…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Oct. 4 — The Candidates on Props 419 & 421

Click here for more information   In This Issue The Candidates on Props 419 & 421 F3’s Position on 419 F3’s Position on 421 F3 Fundraising at Trail Crest Community Involvement this Week Donate Now The Candidates Discuss Propositions 419 &…

Local First Arizona update for Oct. 3 — Flagstaff Plans for a Changing Climate

Climate change is bringing changes in temperature, snowpack, water availability, and wildfire risk to Flagstaff. These changes threaten Flagstaff’s natural resources, economy, infrastructure, and quality of life. This Climate Action and Adaptation Plan is a strategic roadmap to guide the…

First Things First update for Oct. 3 — Not just a theory: Block play helps build STEM skills

October 2018 Not just a theory: Block play helps build STEM skills Young Albert Einstein spent a lot of time playing with blocks. It sparked his imagination and helped develop his scientific mind. While there’s no guarantee your little one…

City of Flagstaff: Sandbag distribution locations

FLAGSTAFF — Due to expected rainfall from Hurricane Rose, sandbags are available for residents to fill and take away at the following locations in Flagstaff: The east and west ends of East Elder Drive in Siler Homes 1701 Ponderosa Parkway (past…

United Way of Northern Arizona update for Oct. 2: How the Community Impact Fund is Changing Lives

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   DONATE HERE  At the heart of the United Way of Northern Arizona’s annual campaign is the Community Impact Fund, a volunteer-driven process that invests your donations into the proven programs, partnerships and initiatives that are…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Oct. 2

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   October 2, 2018 Edition Check Out the Latest News Stitching by the Books LEGO Club A Taste of Flagstaff FREE Suicide prevention Workshops in Flagstaff – SafeTALK Steps for Becoming a Foster Parent…

Oct. 30 — Coconino County Board of Supervisors to regular session, executive session and work session in Flagstaff

COCONINO COUNTY — The Coconino County Board of Supervisors and the Boards of Directors of the Coconino County Jail District, the Coconino County Flood District and the Coconino County Public Health Services District will hold a special session, executive session and…

Oct. 31 — City of Flagstaff to celebrate Halloween Harvest

FLAGSTAFF — The city of Flagstaff Parks and Recreation department and the Downtown Business Alliance are hosting the annual Halloween Harvest on Oct. 31 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Heritage Square. Halloween Harvest was voted “Most Outstanding Community Event”…

Nov. 3 — City of Cottonwood, Cottonwood Historic Preservation Commission, hosts Cottonwood Historic Home and Building Tour

COTTONWOOD — The City of Cottonwood and the Cottonwood Historic Preservation Commission are hosting the 5th Annual Cottonwood Historic Home & Building Tour on Saturday, November 3, 2018, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (last ticket sale). The Tour will showcase…

Nov. 7 — Coconino Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) to meet in Flagstaff

FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) will hold its next meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2018 at the Coconino County Administration Building, 219 E. Cherry Ave., Flagstaff, Arizona. * Time, location subject to change. Notice of changes will…

Nov. 9 — Bilingual report: Coconino County Legal Library present first Family Court 101 Legal Talk in Spanish

FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Legal Library will hold its first Family Court 101 Legal Talk in Spanish from noon to 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8 at 300 W. Aspen Ave., Flagstaff. Phoenix attorney Daniel Ortega III will provide information, in…

Nov. 13 — Dr. Alyshia Gálvez will speak about, present her new book, Eating NAFTA: Trade, Food Policies and the Destruction of Mexico at NAU

FLAGSTAFF — Dr. Alyshia Gálvez will speak about and present her new book, Eating NAFTA: Trade, Food Policies and the Destruction of Mexico (U of CA P, 2018), Tuesday Nov 13 at 7:00 pm, LA 136, Northern Arizona University. Mexican cuisine has emerged as…

Nov. 15 — Sunnyside Market of Dreams to present CommUnity ‘Stone Soup’ Dinner’

FLAGSTAFF — Sunnyside Market of Dreams to present “CommUnity ‘Stone Soup’ Dinner’” from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 15 at 2532 N. Third Ave. Flagstaff. This is a FREE event. Please join us in celebrating CommUnity! Soup (Posole,Chili, Beef Stew, etc.),…

Nov. 20 — Coconino County Board of Supervisors to regular session, executive session and work session in Flagstaff

COCONINO COUNTY — The Coconino County Board of Supervisors and the Boards of Directors of the Coconino County Jail District, the Coconino County Flood District and the Coconino County Public Health Services District will hold a special session, executive session and…

Through Nov. 20 — Next 12-week Basic Business Empowerment class to be held in Flagstaff

Individual Development Accounts (IDA) matching grants for business, college education also available FLAGSTAFF — Coconino County Community Services’ (CCCS) 12-week (36-hour) Basic Business Empowerment (BBE) training is offered for Coconino County residents 18-years of age and older. Its purpose is…

Oct. 25 — Coconino Community College to present ‘Ofrenda 101’ with Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces

FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College will present “Ofrenda 101,” featuring a display and discussion of an altar as part of upcoming Día de los Muertos celebrations, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 25 at the Lone Tree campus Commons…

Oct. 26 — Katia and Nina Cardenal will play a free concert of Nicaraguan ‘New Song’ (Nueva canción) music (in Spanish) at NAU

FLAGSTAFF — Katia and Nina Cardenal will play a free concert of Nicaraguan “New Song” (Nueva canción) music (in Spanish!), Friday October 26 at 7:30, Ashurst Auditorium, Northern Arizona University. Katia Cardenal, an incredibly talented singer, was one half of the world-famous Dúo…

Oct. 24 — Sinagua Middle School PTO meeting

TOMORROW NIGHT – Don’t Forget! Hope to see many of you tomorrow night! As always, let us know if you have any questions! Your SMS PTO Key Links: SMS School Website School Apparel Store FUSD Newsletter Tutoring and Club Schedule…

Oct. 25 — Robert Neustadt’s new album release ‘Voluntary Return: Songs of Solidarity with Migrants and Refugees’ at the Coconino Center for the Arts

FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff Arts Council is pleased to present a CD release and benefit concert, Voluntary Return: Songs of Solidarity with Migrants and Refugees on October 25, 2018, at 7:30p.m. at the Coconino Center for the Arts.  The doors will open at…

Local First Arizona Releases First Edition of Greater Flagstaff Small Wonders Map

FLAGSTAFF — Local First Arizona has just released the first edition of the Flagstaff Small Wonders map, a pocket-sized guide featuring over 25 local restaurants, galleries, boutiques, venues, and experiences located in Flagstaff, Williams, and Winslow. All of the businesses included…

Sedona Arts Center update for Sept. 28 — The 14th Annual Sedona Plein Air Festival takes place October 13–20! See what’s new this year, explore our schedule of events, take a workshop!

14th Annual Sedona Plein Air Festival October 13–20, 2018 Our community’s iconic creative event—Sedona Plein Air Festival—is a week-long celebration of extraordinary landscapes, world-renowned artists, unique workshops, and wonderful free events from October 13 to 20, 2018. Sedona Arts Center…

KNAU update for Sept. 28

Click here for the latest KNAU news   Support Your Public Radio! 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 28th, 2018 Pledge…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth provides opportunities for candidates to address youth education and child welfare issues

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth September 27, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents  CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Expect More Arizona Vote4Education resources Candidates address youth education, child welfare issues with…

Shimoni Campaign offers Transparency through Live Donation Tweets

Editor’s Note: AmigosNAZ does not endorse particular candidates running for political office. AmigosNAZ reserves the right to refuse paid political advertisement. FLAGSTAFF — The Shimoni Campaign is excited to announce a revolutionary full transparency program that tweets incoming donations in real time!…

LAUNCH Flagstaff update for September

ADVANCING WORLD-CLASS EDUCATION   This month I am pleased to share with you the amazing work of our partners, the renewal of broad community support for the infrastructure of LAUNCH Flagstaff, and a sneak peak of the Flagstaff premier screening of the documentary film Teaching in…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for Sept. 27

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…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Sept. 26 — Candidates Discuss Prop. 420 (Lone Tree Bridge)

Click here for more information   In This Issue The Candidates Discuss Proposition 420 (the Lone Tree Bridge) Our Position on 420 F3 Transitions Fundraising at Trail Crest Community Involvement this Week Donate Now The Candidates Discuss Proposition 420 (the Lone…

ECoNA update for Sept. 25

Click here for more information   In recent years, Flagstaff has made a name for itself as a pioneer of responsible, earth-friendly building practices, particularly the construction of large-scale “green” projects designed to ensure energy efficiency.   One of the leaders…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Sept. 25

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   September 25, 2018 Edition Check Out the Latest News Service organizations play important role in supporting early learning Flagstaff Foster, Kinship & Adoption Support Group to meet on Oct. 14 Arizona’s Children Association…

Coconino County Parks & Recreation update for Sept. 21 — Master Plan Update, Forest Health Tour, and Bike Park Construction

Click here for the entire e-newsletter September 2018 Update Fall is in the air and it’s a great time to explore your county parks and recreation areas. We are updating the Parks & Recreation Master Plan and we want to…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth provides opportunities for candidates to address youth education and child welfare issues

Questionnaire webpage provides voters opportunity for one-stop information COCONINO COUNTY — Candidates running for elected office throughout Coconino County are encouraged to take advantage of an opportunity to get their message out to potential voters on youth education and child welfare…