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Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces / Museum of Northern Arizona among finalists named for 2024 Viola Awards by Creative Flagstaff

FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff Nuestras Raices & the Museum of Northern Arizona: 20th Annual Celebraciones de la Gente has been selected as a 2024 Viola Awards Finalists for the Excellence in Collaboration category by Creative Flagstaff.

The winners of the category will be announced on March 23, 2024 at the Orpheum Theatre in downtown Flagstaff.

The 20th anniversary annual Celebraciones de la Gente — Día de los Muertos / Day of the Dead festival was held Oct. 21, 22 at the Museum of Northern Arizona.

The event, a partnership between Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces and the Museum of Northern Arizona, featured the return of the the ever-popular InTlanextli Tlacopan Aztec Fire Dancers, Ballet Folklorico de Colores — Flagstaff, El Charro Bohemia, sugar skull and other workshops, and the display of nearly two dozen ofrendas/altars in the historic Jaime Golightly Courtyard.

Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces says ‘Thank You’ to everyone who supported and attended the 20th Annual Anniversary of Celebraciones de la Gente on Oct. 21-22, 2023 at the Museum of Northern Arizona

FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces this week offered a big THANK YOU to everyone who supported and attended the 20th anniversary annual Celebraciones de la Gente — Día de los Muertos / Day of the Dead festival at the Museum of Northern Arizona on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 21 and 22.

This year’s event featured the return of the ever-popular InTlanextli Tlacopan Aztec Fire Dancers and Ballet Folklorico de Colores — Flagstaff performing on both days of the festival in the Branigar/Chase Discovery Center, along with daily performances in the historic Jaime Golightly Courtyard by El Charro Bohemia.

The 2023 Celebraciones de la Gente was supported in part by the Arizona Commission on the Arts which receives support from the State of Arizona and the National Endowment for the Arts. Additional Premier Sponsors include Coconino County District 2 Supervisor Jeronimo Vasquez and the Coconino County Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) and APS. Celebraciones presented in partnership with the Museum of Northern Arizona.

The event celebrated the history and culture of Mexican, Mexican American and Latin@ communities in Northern Arizona at this annual fall event, which will include music, dance, food and heartfelt remembrances.

Community members learn about Dia de Los Muertos ofrendas, customs during ‘Ofrenda 101’ and ‘Halloween vs. Día de los Muertos’ presentations at the Flagstaff Public Library

FLAGSTAFF — Library patrons had the opportunity to learn about Dia de Los Muertos ofrendas, the meaning behind items on a family altar and other cultural customs honoring the dearly departed during a session presented by Flagstaff Nuestras Raices at the Flagstaff Public Library on Oct. 5.

In preparation for its 20th annual Celebraciones de la Gente at the Museum of Northern Arizona on Oct. 21-22, Flagstaff Nuestras Raices has been presenting a series of information lectures for Coconino County employees and patrons at the Camp Verde Public Library.

Flagstaff Nuestras Raices President Lydia Anaya and treasurer Becca DeLapp presented the “Ofrenda 101” session, creating a temporary ofrenda in the library’s Community Room.
They presented information about the meaning behind the use of colored candles, marigold flowers, water, salt, and your loved ones favorite foods.

Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces will present ‘Ofrenda 101’ and ‘Halloween vs. Día de los Muertos’ workshops at the Flagstaff Public Library on Oct. 5

FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces will present a “Ofrenda 101” workshop on from 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday Oct. 5 at the Flagstaff Public Library, 300 W. Aspen Ave., Flagstaff.

Join us for two back-to-back presentations by Flagstaff Nuestras Raices:

OFRENDAS 101

Join us as we learn about the history of creating your own family ofrenda / altar and about the meaning behind the use of colored candles, marigold flowers, water, salt, and your loved ones favorite foods. The presentation will include the creation of an ofrenda!

HALLOWEEN vs DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS

Día de los Muertos is celebrated in México and many Latin America countries on November 2nd. Given that Halloween (October 31st), All Saints Day (November 1st) and All Souls Day (November 2nd) tumble into each other, the confusion between the celebrations is understandable. Come hear a brief history of these cultural traditions.

Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces takes trip south to teach Ofrenda 101 lesson at Camp Verde Community Library — Presentation reported in the Camp Verde Journal. Click here to see the entire story

FLAGSTAFF — In preparation for upcoming Dia de Los Muertos celebrations in the region, members of Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces took a road trip south to teach an “Ofrenda 101” workshop at the Camp Verde Community Library on Sept. 15.

Community parents and children learned the basics of creating an ofrenda / altar, the placement of colored candles, family photos, favorite foods and other items on an ofrenda.

The library, which created its own ofrenda, is presenting a series of workshops and programs ahead of the annual Dia de Los Muertos Celebration from 1:30 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 5 at the Phillip England Community Arts Center, 210 Camp Lincoln Road, Camp Verde

Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces to celebrate 8th annual Flagstaff Summertime Tardeada on Aug. 12

Mariachi de Nuevo Mexico, Soul Persuasion and Ballet Folklorico de Colores — Flagstaff to headline FREE event. Veterans are encouraged to attend so they can participate in the traditional group photo

FLAGSTAFF — To celebrate and recognize Flagstaff’s Hispanic roots, Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces invites the public to attend its 8th annual “Flagstaff Summertime Tardeada — Mariachi and Folklórico Festival” from noon to 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 224 S. Kendrick St., Flagstaff.

The event is FREE, open to the public and has drawn upwards of 400 visitors in past years. This year’s Premier Sponsors are the Cococnino County Board of Supervisors and the Coconino County Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC).

Flagstaff annual Cinco de Mayo celebration to be held May 5 at the American Legion

The Flagstaff annual Cinco de Mayo celebration will be held from 5:30 to 11 p.m. Friday, May 5 at the American Legion — Mark A Moore Post 3, 204 W. Birch Ave., Flagstaff.

Hosted by the Auxiliary and Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces, the event includes a dinner ($12) from 5 to 6:30 p.m., and the dance from 7 to 11 p.m.

Flagstaff community holds 2022 Our Lady of Guadalupe Celebration

The Flagstaff community enjoyed the return of the Our Lady of Guadalupe Celebration to the Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Chapel with the procession from the chapel to St. Francis de Asia Catholic Church on Dec. 11. Once arriving at the church, worshippers attended a Rosary and a play on the origins of Our Lady of Guadalupe.

The next day, nearly 200 luminarias lighted the way for worshipers who came to the chapel for the 6 a.m. Rosary, followed by the performance of Mañanitas and a Mass.

Following the mass, worshipers were invited downstairs to the Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church Cultural Center (The Basement) for coffee, hot chocolate and Mexican sweet bread, presented by members of Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces.

Preparations at the chapel began earlier in the week when members of Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces gathered in the basement for the creation of the nearly 200 bags of sand and the placement of the candles.

Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces celebrates its 2022 Tardeada Festival, Mariachi Mass

Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces honored the region’s Hispanic roots by celebrating the seventh annual “Flagstaff Summertime Tardeada — Mariachi and Folklorico Festival” on Saturday, Aug. 20, 2022 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church south of downtown Flagstaff

The free event drew more than 250 people with the entertainment stage featuring El Mariachi Tapatio de Tucson, dance music by La Banda Las Catrinas from Tucson, Ballet Folklorico de Colores de Flagstaff.

The highlight of the event included the presentation of certificates honoring the service of all veterans who attended the celebration.

Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces to present 7th annual Flagstaff Summertime Tardeada on Aug. 20

Free event, which has drawn upwards of 400 guests, provides cultural education to community, honors all veterans in region. Mariachi Mass to be held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church on Aug. 21.

FLAGSTAFF — To celebrate and recognize Flagstaff’s Hispanic roots, Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces will present its 7th annual “Flagstaff Summertime Tardeada — Mariachi and Folklorico Festival” from noon to 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 20 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 224 S. Kendrick St., Flagstaff.

Community celebrates in-person return of Celebraciones de la Gente

Celebraciones de la Gente, the annual Día de los Muertos / Day of the Dead celebration, returned to the Museum of Northern Arizona on Oct. 23-24 with an appreciative crowd who strolled around the historic Jaime Golightly Courtyard to view family ofrendas / altars, view workshops on creating ofrendas, a presentation honoring the more than 400 people who died due to COVID-19 in Coconino County, dance performances by Ballet Folklorico de Colores — Flagstaff and music by Mariachi Tradición de México from Tucson and Los Alambrados Flagstaff.

The 18th annual event, which was hosted by the Museum of Northern Arizona, in partnership with Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces, was presented virtually in 2020 due the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

In-person 18th Annual Celebraciones de la Gente returns to the Museum of Northern Arizona

Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces celebrates the in-person return of Día de los Muertos / Day of the Dead when the 18th Annual Celebraciones de la Gente is presented at the Museum of Northern Arizona on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 23 and 24.

Celebrate the history and culture of Mexican, Mexican American and Latin@ communities in Northern Arizona at this annual fall event, which will include music, dance, food and heartfelt remembrances.

In partnership with Flagstaff’s Nuestras Raíces, the museum’s Jaime Golightly Courtyard will be transformed into a beautiful lit setting, with intricately cut papel picado (pierced paper) and lovely arrange ofrendas (altars) to welcome past loved ones to the party.

Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces celebrates 2021 Summertime Tardeada

Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces honored the region’s Hispanic roots by celebrating the return of the sixth annual “Flagstaff Summertime Tardeada — Mariachi and Folklorico Festival” on Saturday, Aug. 21 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church south of downtown Flagstaff

The free event drew a record crowd, according to event organizers, with the entertainment stage featuring Mariachi Herencia de Cuco Del Cid and Nueva Vibra, both from Tucson, Ballet Folklorico de Colores and Alena Chavez from Flagstaff.

Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces announces schedule for 2021 Flagstaff Summertime Tardeada on Aug. 21, 2021

To celebrate and recognize Flagstaff’s Hispanic roots, Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces invites the public to attend its sixth annual “Flagstaff Summertime Tardeada — Mariachi and Folklorico Festival” from noon to 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 21 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 224 S. Kendrick St., Flagstaff.

The event is FREE, open to the public and has drawn upwards of 400 visitors in past years. See image below for the full schedule.

What is a Tardeada? It’s a vibrant afternoon festival and social dance celebrating Flagstaff’s Hispanic culture and community history. The Coconino County Board of Supervisors is the premier sponsor.

Museum of Northern Arizona / Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces / Coconino County partner to present variety of virtual Day of the Dead / Día de los Muertos events

Museum of Northern Arizona presents recordings of Sugar Skull livestream workshop, “Day of the Dead Decoded: Ofrendas  101” and virtual view of ofrenda / altar in the Colton Community Garden

While we can’t enjoy a traditional Celebraciones de la Gente, members of Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces, the Museum of Northern Arizona and Coconino County have been busy with a number of virtual Día de los Muertos projects.

Turning of the seasons at the Museum of Northern Arizona

Message from Mary –

Fall is in the air and the oak and aspen trees around the museum are turning gorgeous colors. This is the time of year when we would normally be preparing for Celebraciones, but of course we are not able to have such a large gathering this year. Instead, we’re celebrating Dia de los Muertos with two beautiful community ofrendas. One is in the museum building courtesy of Flagstaff Nuestras Raices and the other in our Colton Community Garden. I hope you’ll come see them.

As the colder weather and shorter days bring us inside, the museum offers many experiences to enjoy indoors, whether by signing up for the Docent Training program, embarking on a virtual trip through the Grand Canyon with geologist Wayne Ranney, or coming to visit the museum. The staff and I look forward to seeing you at MNA, online or in person.

Mary Kershaw
Executive Director & CEO
Museum of Northern Arizona

Celebraciones de la Gente postponed until 2021

The 17th Annual Celebraciones de la Gente at the Museum of Northern Arizona has been postponed until 2021. Originally scheduled for Oct. 24-25, 2020, the Day of the Dead festival was rescheduled for the health and safety of all of our artists, visitors and staff.

Rooted in community, this weekend-long event has been presented at the museum in partnership with Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces. It features fine art and unique crafts, music and dancing, colorful and elaborate ofrendas (altars), insightful heritage programs and Day of the Dead inspired crafts for the kids.

Members of Nuestras Raices and the Museum of Northern Arizona are currently working on virtual Celebraciones de la Gente programming for this year. Details to come shortly.

Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces wins big at CCC’s virtual 2020 4th of July Parade

Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces joined other major nonprofits such the United Way of Northern Arizona, The Literacy Center and the Flagstaff Community Band to secure 1st place in the non-profit category at Cococnino Community College’s virtual 2020 4th of July Parade.

“Thank you again for your participation in the first ever Shoebox Fourth of July Parade.  As of right now, the video for the parade (with nearly 60 entries) has been viewed almost 1,500 times,” said April Sandoval, assistant to the CCC president.  “We are so appreciative for the many community partners across the county that took the time to make a float.  You all made the parade something really special, and we were astounded by your creativity and community spirit.  The parade is on our YouTube channel and can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mkwFQq_RrZg&t=6s.

Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces celebrates successful First Friday Sugar Skull workshop

Photos by Frank X. Moraga / ©2019 AmigosNAZ FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces celebrated a successful First Friday Sugar Skull workshop at Banderas Craft Tacos in downtown Flagstaff on Oct. 4, 2019. Nearly three dozen sugar skulls were decorated by…

Nov. 1 — Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces to present Día de Los Muertos / Day of the Dead Sugar Skull Sale at Flagstaff First Friday Artwalk

FLAGSTAFF — To help you get ready for upcoming Día de Los Muertos / Day of the Dead celebrations, Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces will sell decorated Sugar Skulls ($20 each) at the Flagstaff First Friday Artwalk from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1…

Oct. 4 — Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces presents annual Sugar Skull Workshop at Banderas Craft Tacos in downtown Flagstaff

FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces will present its annual Sugar Skull-making workshop from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 4 at Banderas Craft Tacos, 11 E. Aspen Ave., downtown Flagstaff. Come learn the secrets of turning water and sugar into skulls…

Mariachi Sol Azteca, Mariachi Tradición de Mexico to perform at Flagstaff Summertime Tardeada on June 29, 2019

Veterans are encouraged to arrive by 11:30 a.m. so they can participate in the traditional group photo and receive their veterans recognition certificates. FLAGSTAFF, AZ (June 21, 2019) — To celebrate and recognize Flagstaff’s Hispanic roots, Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces invites the public…

June 29 — Flagstaff Summertime Tardeada, featuring mariachi and folklórico performers, returns to Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church

The celebration also includes a tribute to veterans in the region. All veterans are encouraged to attend for the traditional group photo and the presentation of veteran recognition certificates at 11:30 a.m. FLAGSTAFF — To celebrate and recognize Flagstaff’s Hispanic roots,…

American Legion Auxiliary, Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces to present Cinco de Mayo Celebration — Dinner, Dance on May 4

FLAGSTAFF — The American Legion Auxiliary and Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces will present a “Cinco de Mayo Celebration — Dinner, Dance,” on Saturday, May 4 at American Legion Post No. 3, 204 W. Birch St., Flagstaff. Open to the public. The…

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…

Flagstaff celebrates 2018 Armed Forces Day Parade

  Photos by Frank X. Moraga / AmigosNAZ ©2018 FLAGSTAFF — The community celebrated the annual Armed Forces Day Parade held Saturday, May 19, 2018 in downtown Flagstaff. The parade theme was “Freedom is Not Free.” The event honored local veterans…

Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces to participate in 12th Annual Flagstaff Armed Forces Day Parade on May 19

FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces will participate in the 12th Annual Flagstaff Armed Forces Day Parade at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 19, 2018 in downtown Flagstaff. The parade theme is “Freedom is Not Free.” During the parade, Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces will…

Remembering Christina Anaya

  File photos by AmigosNAZ / ©2018 FLAGSTAFF — Members of Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces and the wider community of Flagstaff were sadden this week to hear of the passing of Christina Anaya, a life-long community advocate in the region. Christina was…

May 5 — American Legion Auxiliary, Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces to present Cinco de Mayo Celebration — Dinner, Dance

FLAGSTAFF — The American Legion Auxiliary and Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces will present a “Cinco de Mayo Celebration — Dinner, Dance,” on Saturday, May 5 at American Legion Post No. 3, 204 W. Birch St., Flagstaff. The Dinner will be held…

Ticket available at the door for Cinco de Mayo Celebration — Dinner, Dance in Flagstaff

FLAGSTAFF — Tickets will be available at the door for the “Cinco de Mayo Celebration — Dinner, Dance” on Saturday, May 5 at American Legion Post No. 3, 204 W. Birch St., Flagstaff. The event is presented by the American Legion Auxiliary…

Lighting of the ofrendas greet museum members during 2017 Celebraciones de la Gente reception

  Photos by Frank X. Moraga / AmigosNAZ ©2017 From AmigosNAZ staff reports FLAGSTAFF — The Jaime Major Golightly Historic Courtyard was aglow with the flickering of hundreds of candles during the opening night reception of the 2017 Celebraciones de la Gente. The…

Visitors enjoy cultural performances, lectures on first day of 2017 Celebraciones de la Gente

  Photos by Frank X. Moraga / AmigosNAZ ©2017 From AmigosNAZ staff reports FLAGSTAFF — A record number of families lined up to take part in a sugar skull workshop before heading to attend dance, musical performances and cultural lectures during…

Community honors memories of families, friends with inspiring closing ceremony at 2017 Celebraciones de la Gente

  Photos by Frank X. Moraga / AmigosNAZ ©2017 From AmigosNAZ staff reports FLAGSTAFF — A rousing performance by NAU Mar y Sol and the always moving blessing of the ofrendas closing ceremony highlighted the final day of the 14th annual…

Celebraciones de la Gente returns to the Museum of Northern Arizona on Oct. 21-22

Member Preview will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 20 FLAGSTAFF — Celebrate Mexican cultural traditions at the 14th Annual Celebraciones de la Gente, a lively Day of the Dead festival. Rooted in community, this weekend-long event is presented…

Oct. 6 — Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces to present annual Sugar Skull-making workshop

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

Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces celebrates 2017 Summertime Tardeada Mariachi & Folklorico Festival

  Photos by Frank X. Moraga / AmigosNAZ ©2017 FLAGSTAFF — While local festival goers sought shelter under canopies during the heart of the 90-degree day, members of Mariachi Herencia Musica said it felt like winter to them as their hometown…

Fourth Annual Flagstaff Summertime Tardeada Festival to be held June 24 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Mariachi Mass set for June 25

FLAGSTAFF — To celebrate and recognize Flagstaff’s Hispanic roots, Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces invites the public to attend its fourth annual “Flagstaff Summertime Tardeada — Mariachi and Folklorico Festival” from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, June 24 at Our Lady of…

NAU students present inaugural Día de los Muertos celebration at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church & Cultural Center

  FLAGSTAFF — With dancers from Ballet Folklorico de Colores de Flagstaff, music by Mariachi de NAU and a surprise procession to conclude the evening, student club members from Northern Arizona University celebrated their inaugural Día de los Muertos / Day…

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…

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…

Tardeada’s Mariachi Mass returns to Flagstaff

  FLAGSTAFF — The spirits soared in keeping with the inspiring voices and music when Mariachi Sol Azteca from Tucson performed a Mariachi Mass on Sunday, June 26 at San Francisco de Asis Catholic Church in Flagstaff. Presented by Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces, the group…

Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces celebrates ‘2016 Summertime Tardeada’

FLAGSTAFF — Even a little rain could not deter the celebrants and entertainers at the third annual “Flagstaff Summertime Tardeada — Mariachi and Folklorico Festival” held Saturday, June 25 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Presented by Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces, the event…

Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces to present 2016 Flagstaff Summertime Tardeada Mariachi & Folklorico Festival on June 25

Mariachi Mass to be held Sunday, June 26 at San Francisco de Asis Catholic Church FLAGSTAFF — To celebrate and recognize Flagstaff’s Hispanic roots, Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church and Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces invite the public to attend its third…

Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces to participate again in the ‘Celebration of Our Lady of Guadalupe’

FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces will join with other groups in the annual “Celebration of Our Lady of Guadalupe,” with activities scheduled for Friday and Saturday, Dec. 11 and 12. The event traditionally includes a procession starting at 5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 11 at Our…

Winslow community comes out to support Día de los Muertos

WINSLOW — Día de los Muertos returned to Winslow with a display of altars / ofrendas, sugar skull and paper flower-making workshops and performances by Winslow Ballet Folklorico on Nov. 1, 2015 at the Snowdrift Art Space. The third annual celebration…

Snowdrift Art Space to present 2015 Día de los Muertos Celebration in Winslow on Nov. 1

WINSLOW — The Snowdrift Art Space, Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces and the Winslow Arts Trust will present the annual Día de los Muertos Celebration from 1 to 9 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 1 at 120 W. Second Street on Historic Route 66/Second Street in the heart…

Tickets available for annual Celebraciones de la Gente raffle

  Tickets ($10 each) are now available for the annual Celebraciones de la Gente raffle presented by Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces. The raffle will be held on Sunday, Oct. 25 during the 12th annual Celebraciones de la Gente / Día de los…

Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces prepares for Sugar Skull workshops

FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces has begun preparations for its annual Sugar Skull workshops on Oct. 24-25 at the Museum of Northern Arizona and Nov. 1 at the Snowdrift Art Space in Winslow. The group has already created an estimated 100…

Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces to present sugar skull-making workshop on Oct. 2 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church Cultural Center

Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces will present a sugar skull-making workshop as part of its monthly First Friday art event at 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church Cultural Center, 224 S. Kendrick St., Flagstaff. Participants will learn…

Record crowd attends 2nd annual ‘Flagstaff Summertime Tardeada and Oldies Car Show’

AmigosNAZ staff reports Several hundred visitors flocked to the parking lot of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church throughout the day to attend the second annual “Flagstaff Summertime Tardeada and Oldies Car Show” fiesta on Saturday, June 27. The free event…

Northern Arizona veteranos honored at Tardeada 2015

AmigosNAZ staff report Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces continued its tradition of honoring Hispanic veteranos in Northern Arizona at the “Flagstaff Summertime Tardeada 2015” on Saturday, June 27 in the parking lot of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Veteranos were awarded certificates with…