Category: Youth

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for May 15 — Flagstaff Festivals have begun. Find all your recreation, music and art events with Flagstaff 365 Happenings

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…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for May 15 — 2019 Sara Morley Girls on the Run Spirit Scholarship awarded to Samantha Hampton

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, May 15, 2019 Connections Spotlight 2019 Sara Morley Girls on the Run Spirit Scholarship awarded to Samantha Hampton Girls on the Run of Northern Arizona is proud to announce Samantha…

Northern Arizona’s Got Talent preliminary competition to be held May 15

FLAGSTAFF — The city of Flagstaff presents “Northern Arizona’s Got Talent” a singing competition for talent throughout northern Arizona. The preliminary competition will be May 15, 2019, with registration opening at 6 p.m. and the competition beginning at 7 p.m. Contestants…

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for May 13 — Teacher Appreciation Week was a HIT!

“Like” SMS PTO on Facebook If you have any more questions feel free to reply to this email and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can. -Your SMS PTO This Week’s Newsletter Sponsored by… Your Business Can…

NAU celebrates 2019 NAU Hispanic/Latinx Convocation

  Photos by Frank X. Moraga / ©2019 AmigosNAZ FLAGSTAFF — Hundreds of NAU students and their families filled the Ardrey Memorial Auditorium during the 2019 Hispanic/Latinx Convocation on May 9 The 2019 Hispanic/Latinx Convocation is a celebration to honor…

Grant creates Center for Student Success to support all AZ community colleges

PHOENIX – The Office of the Governor, Helios Education Foundation, Pima Community College Foundation, and the Arizona Community Foundation have jointly awarded a $1,350,000 grant to create the Arizona Center for Student Success at the ten community colleges in the…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for May 9 — Flagstaff Shakespeare Festival presents, Paula Vogel’s ‘Indecent,’ Riordan Mansion State Historic Park through May 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 May 8 — Summer Kids Camp: The Art of Filmmaking June 3 – 14, 2019 (Monday – Friday, 9am – 4pm)

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Coming up at Sedona Arts Center… Special Event at L’Auberge de Sedona Creekside Community Paint Out Sponsored by L’Auberge de Sedona, Goldenstein Gallery, Sedona Arts Center and Red Rock Magic Trolley Thursday, May…

JKC creates scholarship for CCC construction students

FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff-based JKC Inc. General Contractor has established a $1,000 scholarship at Coconino Community College for students wanting a career in the construction trades. “I think CCC is an integral part to the community,” said Jeff Knorr, president of JKC…

FHS senior receives certificates from CCC before graduation

FLAGSTAFF — Her mother and grandmother constantly told her education is important. She took those words to heart. Flagstaff High School senior Nevaeh Nez, 18, will be receiving two certifications from Coconino Community College on May 10 during Commencement. She will…

United Way of Northern Arizona update for May 3 — Getting Ready for KinderCamp 2019

Click here for the entire e-newsletter FLAGSTAFF — In about a month, hundreds of Pre-K children will be participating in one of United Way of Northern Arizona’s signature initiatives, a program that ensures that youngsters entering kindergarten this fall are academically,…

Sedona Arts Center update for May 2 — New Exhibitions, Call to Artists, Special events. Plus, visit Sedona Arts Center on Friday, May 3 from 5 to 8 pm for a First Friday artist reception!

FINE ART GALLERY Patricia Caldwell, Bill Cramer, Chikako Myers, and Dennis Ott Artists Reception May 3, from 5 to 8pm Visit Sedona Arts Center this May and indulge in the creative wonders of featured artists Patricia Caldwell, Bill Cramer, Chikako…

Fiesta de Mayo set for May 18 & 19th. After-party to be held at old Arizona Roadhouse location

FLAGSTAFF — The 24th annual Fiesta de Mayo will be held May 18 and 19th at the Coconino Community College campus on 4th Street, Flagstaff. Presented by the Sunnyside Neighborhood Association — music, food, dancing, carnival rides. Join us after…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for May 1 — First Friday Artwalk on May 3

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…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for May 1 — Time to check out 2019 summer camps in region

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, May 1, 2019 Connections Spotlight Time to check out 2019 summer camps in region With the end of the school year and summer rapidly approaching, time is running short for…

Flagstaff Police Department Citizens Liaison Committee to present Drug Awareness event on May 15

FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff Police Department Citizens Liaison Committee will present a Drug Awareness event at 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 15 at Mt. Elden Middle School, Music Room, 3223 N. Fourth St., Flagstaff. The event will include information on what to…

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for April 29 — A HUGE Thank You to everyone who has already signed up to help with the Teacher Appreciation Luncheon

“Like” SMS PTO on Facebook If you have any more questions feel free to reply to this email and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can. -Your SMS PTO Your Business Can Advertise with Us! Each week…

Spoken word focus of World Languages Day at CCC

FLAGSTAFF — Tori Ramos studies Japanese at Coconino Community College. So it was only fitting that she attend World Languages Day at CCC on April 5, 2019 at the Lone Tree campus. World Languages Day was an information session on the four…

KNAU update for April 26

Click here for the latest KNAU news KNAU Insider – April 26th, 2019 Earth Notes: Non-wired Electricity For many years the tiny town of Punkin Center, south of Payson, Arizona, has been best known for the prominent jack-o’-lantern sign. Now it’s…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for April 25 — Spring has sprung. Find all your recreation, music and art events with Flagstaff 365 Happenings

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 Aquaplex repairs and temporary closure

FLAGSTAFF — The Aquaplex (1702 N Fourth St.), pool, locker rooms and cabana area will be closed for a scheduled remodel starting May 1 and ending May 24, 2019. Other facility amenities including community rooms, fitness floor and gym will remain…

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for April 22 — Teacher Appreciation Luncheon Wednesday, May 8

“Like” SMS PTO on Facebook SMS is getting a digital sign! Last week the Site Counsel awarded some of your tax dollars to the PTO to be used to purchase a digital sign for the school. Those funds, combined with…

LAUNCH Flagstaff update for April 19 — LAUNCH Updates: Educational Leadership; Preschool Expansion; Literacy Coordination

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   THREE STEPS FORWARD Educational Leadership Academy Launches Starting this summer, 25 educational leaders and aspiring leaders in the Flagstaff area will participate in a 14-month cohort of professional development in executive leadership. The…

Superintendent seeking applicants for multiple Governing Board Seats

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Risha VanderWey is seeking applicants for appointment to five school districts. One seat is vacant in the Coconino Association for Vocations, Industry, and Technology (CAVIAT) Education District in Fredonia, Fredonia-Moccasin Unified…

Coconino County Parks & Recreation update for April 19 — Join us for an Earth Day Cleanup at Fort Tuthill

  CONNECTING PEOPLE, CULTURES & COMMUNITIES APRIL 2019 Volunteer Event at Fort Tuthill County Park APRIL 20 – VOLUNTEER EVENT Join us on Saturday, April 20, from 9-11 a.m. at Fort Tuthill County Park for an Earth Day cleanup! We’ll…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for April 18 — Spring has sprung. Find all your recreation, music and art event

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…

Museum of Northern Arizona update for April 18 — MNA to present ‘An Unnatural Wonder’ on April 28

Gazing into the vastness of the Grand Canyon, one can have the false sense that we are looking at something so ancient and expansive that it must be impervious to humans. While the Grand Canyon has been a natural wonder…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for April 17 — CCC&Y recognized in top three of NAU’s Civic Service Institute 2019 GEMS awards

CLICK HERE for the entire e-newsletter Weekly NewsletterWednesday, April 17, 2019  Connections Spotlight CCC&Y recognized in top three of NAU’s Civic Service Institute 2019 GEMS awards The Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth received 3rd place in the non-profit category…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for April 10 — 2019 Flagstaff Field of Hope Ceremony puts spotlight on April as Child Abuse Prevention Month

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, April 10, 2019 Connections Spotlight 2019 Flagstaff Field of Hope Ceremony puts spotlight on April as Child Abuse Prevention Month The always moving Field of Hope Dedication put a poignant focus on annual…

Williams honors 2019 Child Abuse Prevention Month with placement of 79 pinwheels at city’s pocket park

Photos by Frank X. Moraga ©2019 By the Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth Pinwheels twirled in the breeze as guest speakers spoke of the significance of April as Child Abuse Prevention Month during a ceremony held Saturday, April 6 at…

2019 Field of Hope Ceremony puts spotlight on April as Child Abuse Prevention Month

  Photos by Frank X. Moraga ©2019 Flagstaff, Coconino County proclamations, upcoming events in Williams and Flagstaff keep focus on child abuse prevention efforts By the Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth The always-moving Field of Hope Dedication put a poignant focus…

At CCC: Exploring how ‘She Belongs’

FLAGTAFF — “Those of you who think you can’t make a change will not know if you can’t try,” said Harriet Young, board member of American Association of University Women. Coconino Community College hosted an event called She Belongs, Celebrating Herstory, on…

Maya Lanzetta: Sharing the wonder of math

FLAGSTAFF — From beginning algebra to calculus – math is the language she’s most passionate about. And Maya Lanzetta teaches it all at Coconino Community College. “It’s a beautiful language,” Lanzetta said. “I want to share that passion with my…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for April 3 — NAU Starts a New Climate Action Plan

In This Issue -NAU Climate Action Plan -Flagstaff Climate Action and Adaptation Plan Update -Council Upholds P&Z Veto of new Cell Tower on Eastside -Community Involvement this Week Donate Now NAU Starts a New Climate Action Plan NAU held a…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for April 3 — Child Abuse Prevention Month (April 2019) kicks off with official City of Flagstaff proclamation

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, April 3, 2019 Connections Spotlight Child Abuse Prevention Month (April 2019) kicks off with official City of Flagstaff proclamation Variety of events planned throughout region including walk in Tuba City…

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for April 1 — Next PTO meeting is April 17

Mustang Roundup – April 1, 2019 “Like” SMS PTO on Facebook Thanks for sharing your feedback and ideas with us at the popcorn event a few weeks ago. Here’s a few updates on some of the requests: a NASA speaker…

CHAC honors Purple Heart recipients, community and student leaders at 2019 César E. Chávez Community Recognition Breakfast

  Photos by Frank X. Moraga & Richard Eaton ©2019 AmigosNAZ FLAGSTAFF— Area Purple Heart recipients and their family members received a well-deserved community recognition, while a representative from the Cesar Chavez Foundation recounted the organization’s past while outlining the…

NAU Mariachi Mar y Sol to represent Flagstaff at the International Mariachi Conference in Tucson

FLAGSTAFF — NAU Mariachi Mar y Sol had a great performance on March 29th at the CHAC Cesar Chavez Recognition Breakfast. They donated their time and they brought joy to many with beautiful music early in the morning. The group will…

United Way of Northern Arizona update for March 29 — VITA Volunteer Spotlight: Cynthia Mackin

Click here for the entire e-newsletter VITA Volunteer Spotlight: Cynthia Mackin The story that sticks out for VITA volunteer Cynthia Mackin this year happened a couple of weeks ago, when a brother and sister in their early 20s came in…

NAU News update for March 29 — Flinn Foundation funds NAU microbiologist’s study to address health disparities through novel therapeutic for asthma

NAU   Friday, March 29 Flinn Foundation funds NAU microbiologist’s study to address health disparities through novel therapeutic for asthma Although there is no cure, Emily Cope launched a two-year clinical study to determine whether adding low-cost prebiotic soluble fiber…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for March 28 — Arizona Snowbowl’s World’s Best Spring Break

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 storefronts, and also available at the Flagstaff…

Antelope Point Marina continues to grow scholarships at CCC

FLAGSTAFF —  Antelope Point Marina has donated another $20,000 to the Coconino Community College Foundation to support scholarships for CCC students. “Our workforce is primarily from the Navajo Nation, and Coconino Community College is beneficial to help creating opportunities for that…