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Local First ARIZONA Foundation update for Sept. 17

Pinetop-Lakeside Weekendzona: Escape to the White Mountains If you are in need of an Autumn getaway, you should join us in Pinetop-Lakeside for an exclusive weekend trip and leave the planning to us! You will be horseback riding, attending the…

First Things First update for Sept. 17 — 2018 Annual Report

Click here for more information   News and happenings about First Things First September 2018 Annual Report Details Impact of Arizona’s Early Childhood Investments The number of children with access to quality early learning has doubled. Thousands of families have…

Arizona Center for Afterschool Excellence update for Sept. 17

Click here for the entire e-newsletter STEM in OST Program Directory Resources Events Are you hungry for new ideas and resources to use in your Out-of-School Time program?   Announcing the Professional Development Workshops for the School’s Out, Make it Count…

Hispanic Heritage Month (through Oct. 15) in Coconino County. Variety of events planned in region

By Coconino County In 1968 the United States Congress passed a resolution to celebrate Hispanic heritage at the national level and in 1988, the President of the United States formalized an annual month of Hispanic heritage recognition from September 15…

District 2 Supervisor Elizabeth ‘Liz’Archuleta: Be A Part of Shaping The Future of Parks And Recreation

‌ Coconino County Government ELIZABETH “LIZ” ARCHULETA Supervisor, District 2 larchuleta@coconino.az.gov Phone: (928) 679-7162  ‌ September 14, 2018 Be A Part of Shaping The Future of Parks And Recreation Coconino Parks and Recreation Needs Your Input Coconino County Parks and…

Flagstaff Festival of Science update for Sept. 14

The 2018 Flagstaff Festival of Science, Accelerating into the Future, will explore the astounding changes our lives may take in the next few years. The FREE, award-winning 10-day Festival, Sept. 21 – 30, 2018, will showcase signature events such as Science…

Flagstaff Commission on Diversity Awareness announces public forum on Sept. 20 to set agenda and goals

FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff Commission on Diversity Awareness announces a public forum for community input on September 20, 2018 at 6 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall (211 W. Aspen). The city of Flagstaff appointed the City Commission on…

KNAU update for Sept. 14

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 14th, 2018 Pledge…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Sept. 13

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth September 13, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Expect More Arizona Vote4Education resources Upcoming Dates September — Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Sept. 13

Click here for more information   In This Issue The Candidates Discuss 418 and Cost of Living Issues F3’s Position on 418 F3 Fundraising at Chipotle this Saturday Living Off Tips event Tonight and More Community Events Donate Now The Candidates…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for Sept. 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…

Sedona Arts Center update for Sept. 12

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…

AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection Sept. 12 update — ‘EDUCATION – Student Loan Debt, FAFSA, Scholarships’

Dear friend and partner, greetings! The subject of our radio program on Sept. 12 is: “EDUCATION – Student Loan Debt, FAFSA, Scholarships” You can can here the program on Facebook HERE Programs of all our radio shows can be accessed on Facebook,…

Science Happens Here Expands to Verde Valley to Teach Kids about Science Happening in Our Everyday Lives

COTTONWOOD — Local First Arizona Foundation and the Arizona SciTech Festival are bringing Science Happens Here to the Verde Valley this school year. Science Happens Here is a program designed to advance STEM education in rural Arizona, launching first in Safford…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Sept. 11

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   September 11, 2018 Edition Check Out the Latest News A Taste of Flagstaff LEGO Club Stitching by the Books Unplugged Cosmic Family Time Early Childhood Fair Neurosequential Model of Caregiving Training Unleashing the…

Coconino County Board of Supervisors Sept. 11 meeting includes reading of board proclamation declaring Sept. 15-Oct. 15 to be Hispanic Heritage Month

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 Districtwill hold a regular and work session starting at…

District 2 Supervisor Elizabeth ‘Liz’ Archuleta update for Sept. 7

‌ Coconino County Government ELIZABETH “LIZ” ARCHULETA Supervisor, District 2 larchuleta@coconino.az.gov Phone: (928) 679-7162  ‌ September 7, 2018 Upcoming Events & Updates Thanks to United Way of Northern Arizona & Generous Volunteers for the Day of Caring in North Schultz…

LAUNCH Flagstaff Selected for Read On Arizona Acceleration Zone Project

 Advancing World-Class Education LAUNCH Flagstaff Selected for Read On Arizona Acceleration Zone Project FLAGSTAFF September 6, 2018 Read On Arizona, thanks to partial funding and support provided by the Arizona Community Foundation and the Arizona Department of Education Early Childhood…

Sunnyside Neighborhood Association to celebrate 14th annual Fiesta de Independencia on Sept. 16

FLAGSTAFF — The Sunnyside Neighborhood Association to celebrate 14th annual Fiesta de Independencia from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 16 at the Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños, 2532 E. 7th St., Flagstaff. The free event features live…

City launches campaign to reduce vehicle idling in Flagstaff

FLAGSTAFF — The city of Flagstaff is launching a campaign to reduce vehicle idling in the city. The Sustainability Section recently received a grant from the Urban Sustainability Director’s Network to promote sustainable behavior change. The section is utilizing these funds…

KNAU update for Sept. 7

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 7th, 2018 San…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for Sept. 6

Click here for the entire e-newsletter       September 6-12, 2018 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,…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Sept. 6

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth September 6, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Expect More Arizona Vote4Education resources Upcoming Dates September — Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events…

STEM City update for Sept. 5

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   September 5, 2018 Resource Library for Educators Did you know that the Coconino County Education Service Agency (CCESA) has a resource library for educators? Educators are able to check-out professional reading materials, science equipment, STEM…

First Things First update for Sept. 5

September 2018 Givers of a bright future Our new awareness campaign highlights that babies, toddlers and preschoolers learn and grow through their relationships with the caring adults in their lives. That’s parents, of course, and also grandparents, friends, family and child…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Sept. 5

Click here for more information   In This Issue The Candidates Discuss NAU F3 Fundraising at Chipotle Many Opportunities to Get Involved Donate Now The Candidates Discuss NAU NAU is almost as old as Flagstaff.  And the relationship between these two…

Sedona Arts Center update for Sept. 5

First Friday in the Gallery Sedona Arts Center Features New Artists Highlighting Fall Colors First Friday Reception September 7, from 5 to 8 pm  Sedona Arts Center is celebrating the beginning of fall by featuring six fine artists in their…

Northern Arizona Interfaith Council update for Sept. 5

Good Morning NAIC Leaders, We are almost exactly two months away from our Midterm Elections 2018 and much must be done to ensure everyone powerfully flexes their voting muscles at the local, state, and national level. Those same muscles need to be…

CCC students get 4-1-1 on resources

FLAGSTAFF — Starting college for the first time, or returning to college after a long break can be a daunting prospect for students. Coconino Community College helps to relieve some of that anxiety by getting students familiar with the resources available…

LAUNCH Flagstaff update for Sept. 4

 ADVANCING WORLD-CLASS EDUCATION Summer 2018 has drawn to an “official” close so this is a wonderful opportunity to recap the work the partners of LAUNCH have accomplished during the summer break.  I’ve recapped some of those highlight below. I’ve also…

ECoNA update for Sept. 4

Click here for more information   The Town of Tusayan would be the perfect place to call home for those who work at the Grand Canyon National Park or the many tourism enterprises in the area.   It’s in a picturesque…

Putting hands-on into online at CCC

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Community College Biology Faculty Melinda McKinney checks off the items she puts into the cardboard box. There is a scale, a microscope, pH test strips, seeds, rulers, soil and more. After the boxes are packed, many of…

Oct. 5 — Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces presents annual Sugar Skull Workshop at Our Lady of Guadalupe Cultural Center ‘The Basement’

FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces will present its annual Sugar Skull-making workshop from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 5 at the Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church Cultural Arts Center “The Basement,” 224 S. Kendrick St., Flagstaff. Come learn the…

Oct. 8 — Walnut Canyon National Monument will offer a Guided Hike to the First Fort Archaeological Site

FLAGSTAFF — Walnut Canyon National Monument will offer a guided hike to First Fort on Monday, October 8, 2018. The First Fort Hike is a Ranger-guided program to an archaeological site in the Walnut Canyon backcountry. The hike will begin at 9:00…

Oct. 9 — Coconino County Board of Supervisors to special 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. 12-13 — Navajo Bridge Star Party

NAVAJO BRIDGE Star Party FRIDAY & SATURDAY OCTOBER 12 & 13, 2018 6 PM to 10 PM Nightly Join us this Friday and Saturday at this amazing star gazing event for the whole family on the historic Navajo Bridge over the…

Oct. 16 — 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 Oct. 19 — NAU Latin American Film Series

FLAGSTAFF — The NAU Latin American Film Series will take place through Oct. 19 in Liberal Arts (Bldg. 18), Room, Northern Arizona University. This film series is presented by Latin American Studies and is funded by a grant from Spanish Film Club and…

Sept. 26 — Flagstaff Police Department Citizen’s Liaison Committee to hold public meeting on Mental Health Crises

“How local law enforcement & community behavioral health agencies work together” FLAGSTAFF — Community members often are faced with the following questions: “Who do I call when I have serious concerns about a family member or a friend’s mental health or…

City of Flagstaff, Coconino County Labor Day Closures

FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff’s City Hall offices at 211 W. Aspen Ave. will be closed Sept. 3, 2018 in observance of Labor Day. City Hall offices will reopen Sept. 4, 2018. City of Flagstaff facilities that are also closed Labor Day include: East…

NAU update for Aug. 31

Friday, Aug. 31 NAU and the city offer warm welcome to neighbors surrounding campus (VIDEO) President Cheng and city officials went door to door to talk with residents, encourage neighbors to build positive relationships and distribute information. NAU’s Honors Residential…

Grant funds Bike Park construction

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino County Parks and Recreation was awarded a Land and Water Conservation Fund grant from the Arizona State Parks and Trails for infrastructure improvements and visitor amenities, including a restroom, at Fort Tuthill County Park.  The grant award…

Putting hands-on into online at CCC

FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College Biology Faculty Melinda McKinney checks off the items she puts into the cardboard box. There is a scale, a microscope, pH test strips, seeds, rulers, soil and more. After the boxes are packed, many of them…

KNAU update for Aug. 31

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 – August 31st, 2018 Special: John…

Sedona Arts Center update for Aug. 31

Call to Artists! Labor Day Weekend Sale! New Website! Labor Day Weekend Sale! 10% gallery-wide discount  Sedona Arts Center Members receive an additional 5% off! This weekend we are extending our member’s discount to all customers in the gallery, offering…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Aug. 30

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth August 30, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Expect More Arizona Vote4Education resources Upcoming Dates Aug. — Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for Aug. 30

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…

Expect More Arizona update for Aug. 30

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   These programs are improving outcomes for students in Arizona  We believe it is possible for every student to receive an excellent education every step of the way. In order to get there, it…