COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Aug. 9 Click here to see the latest newsletter 2016 Voting Records Coming Soon Preparing your child for kindergarten success starts early Family Game Day Thunder…
Category: Cultural
Radio Sunnyside to present ‘Soul y Jazz de Bario’ on Aug. 11
FLAGSTAFF — Radio Sunnyside (KSZN-LP 101.5 FM) to present “Soul y Jazz de Bario “from 3 to 5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 11, with “Septimo Millenio con Gabriel Rodriguez” scheduled for 3 to 5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 12. Click here for the…
Gina Santi Photography Images of the Month – August 2016
The International Monetary Fund has projected that inflation in Venezuela will hit 720% in 2017, which may be a buoyant evaluation according to some experts. A big part of the…
Latino Outdoors in Flagstaff holds outdoor events like recent Sunset Crater Volcano Solar & Star Party
FLAGSTAFF — Latino Outdoors in Flagstaff has been busy promoting its efforts to get Latinos off the couch and into the great outdoors. The organization was scheduled to hold a free Sunset Crater Volcano Solar & Star Party on Aug. 6 where…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Aug. 2
Click here to see the latest newsletter. F3 Candidate Forum a Great Success! Miss the Forum? Check Out Our Election Website with Information on the Candidates Meet Candidates for NAU “Community Liaison” Position – Thursday, 8/4 Participate in High Occupancy Housing Conversation…
Radio Sunnyside announces schedule for week of Aug. 15
FLAGSTAFF — Radio Sunnyside (KSZN-LP 101.5 FM) to present “Soul y Jazz de Bario “from 3 to 5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 18, with “Septimo Millenio con Gabriel Rodriguez” scheduled for 3 to 5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 19. Radio Sunnyside will then present “La…
Community Invited to Meet the Final Candidates for the Assistant Director for Off Campus Life and Community Liaison Programs on Aug. 4
FLAGSTAFF — Meet the finalists for the Assistant Director for Off Campus Life and Community Liaison Programs, also known as the “Neighborhood Liaison,” on August 4, 2016. The meet and greet will be held at the High Country Conference Center (201…
Pre-Screening of Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños Documentary to be held on Aug. 11
FLAGSTAFF —The pre-screening of the Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños documentary to be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 11 at the Market of Dreams, 2532 E.7th Ave., Flagstaff. The event also includes the presentation of…
Consulado Móvil en Prescott el 20 de agosto
PRESCOTT — The Mexican Consulate in Phoenix will present its next Consulado Móvil from9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 20 at Sacred Heart Parish, 131 Summit Ave., Prescott in the gym. Visit http://consulmex.sre.gob.mx/phoenix/ for more information.
Flagstaff Sunnyside Neighborhood Longevity Project Survey
Dear Resident, Organizational Partner or Supporter. After working in Sunnyside for several years, to create a safer and more prosperous community, the Sunnyside Neighborhood Association of Flagstaff, Inc. (Sunnyside Neighborhood Association) have made steps to launch a new program, the Sunnyside…
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…
Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños to present ‘Community Basket Weaving Class’ on July 9
FLAGSTAFF — The Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños will present a “Community Basket Weaving Class” from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 9 at 2532 E. 7th Ave., Flagstaff. $10 supply fee. Preregistration is REQUIRED by July 5 at 6 pm. Contact…
Soul in the Afternoon is back for the summer- every 3rd Saturday on the Sunnyside Market of Dreams Patio
FLAGSTAFF — Soul in the Afternoon is back for the summer- every 3rd Saturday on the Market Patio 4-6 PM. Visit https://www.facebook.com/MarketofDreams for more information.
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…
Gina Santi Photography: Images of the Month – June 2016
Dress is a central component of our daily lives and has been an significant part of the research about material culture in anthropology. Through clothing, individuals authenticate their sense of self and identity as well as their position in society.…
Final reminder: Sunnyside Neighborhood Association of Flagstaff to present meeting with Flagstaff Police Department’s Citizen’s Liaison Committee on June 22
FLAGSTAFF — The Sunnyside Neighborhood Association of Flagstaff will present a meeting with Flagstaff Police Department’s Citizen’s Liaison Committee from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 22 at the Sunnyside Neighborhood Association, 2304 N. Third St., Flagstaff. The entire community is…
Sunnyside Drug-Free Awareness & Education Steering Committee to present ‘Youth Prevention Workshop’ on June 9
Come learn about the Arizona Youth Survey, learn about Parent360 and talk about specific community strategies that address youth substance use. Everyone who is interested is welcome! Lunch will be provided. Thursday, June 9th 11:30 AM – 1PM @ the…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for May 19
Click here to see the latest newsletter. Resources for Parents, CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Updated — Summer (camps) Almost Here Upcoming Dates May Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events May, Page Public Library announces upcoming events May, Page Public Library announces upcoming events for teens,…
Sunnyside Neighborhood Association Inc. to present 21st annual Fiesta de Mayo on May 19-22
FLAGSTAFF — The Sunnyside Neighborhood Association Inc. will present its 21st annual Fiesta de Mayo on May 19-22 at 2532 E. 7th Ave. at the Sunnyside Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños. The Carnival will be held Thursday and…
KNAU update for May 13
Earth Notes: Around Chaco Canyon, a Different Kind of Energy Boom Valley Fever Originated in Arizona Is America Engaged In A ‘Vicious Circle’ Of Jailing The Poor? Care Packages: How The U.S. Won Hearts Through Stomachs After WWII Elon Musk’s…
NAU update for May 4
Northern Arizona University update for May 4: NAU brightens sustainable outlook with major solar panel agreement Celebrating the class of 2016 NAU signs MOU with CETYS for educational opportunities across the border NAU Fulbright student scholars awarded opportunities abroad Chief…
Bilingual report — Civic Academy: ‘I am an Immigrant and I Want to Go to College’ program to be held May 4
FLAGSTAFF — The Northern Arizona Interfaith Council will present the Civic Academy: “I am an Immigrant and I Want to Go to College” program at 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 4 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 224 S. Kendrick St.,…
NAU update for April 27
Northern Arizona University update for April 27: Outstanding seniors earn top honors Humanities professor recognized for scholarship Two Flinn Scholars to call NAU Flagstaff ‘home’ Public Affairs seeks input on NAU News Student-athletes exceed NCAA academic standards NAU researchers, computers…
Recipients honored at second annual César E. Chavez Community Recognition Awards
FLAGSTAFF — With a guest speaker and attendees remembering their personal connection to César E. Chávez, guests applauding the sacrifices of local World War II-era Latino veterans, the accomplishments of a local educational leader and the promising start of…
Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces to present youth art class on May 6
FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces will present a youth art class led by Gabe Schmadel at 6:15 p.m. Friday, May 6 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church Cultural Center, 224 S. Kendrick St., Flagstaff. Open to children ages 5 to 12.…
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Jarabe Mexicano on May 6
FLAGSTAFF — Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Jarabe Mexicano at 7 p.m. Friday, May 6 at the Center for Indigenous Music and Culture, 213 S. San Francisco St., Flagstaff. Taking their name from the Spanish term for the mixture of regional…
‘Migrant Lives and Leadership’ photography exhibit to continue at Firecreek Coffee Company on May 6
FLAGSTAFF — The photo exhibit “Migrant Lives and Leadership” will continue with a First Friday Showcase from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, May 6 at the Firecreek Coffee Company, 22 Historic Route 66, Flagstaff. “Join us as we celebrate migrant leadership…
AZ Gives Day: Local Festival Donates a Portion of Proceeds to Support Environmental Education
FLAGSTAFF — To celebrate Arizona Gives Day, a beautiful local partnership between Firefly Gathering Festival and The Flagstaff Music Festival charity has chosen to donate a portion of their Festival proceeds to Willow Bend Environmental Education Center. AZ Gives Day…
Consulado Móvil en Flagstaff el 23 de abril
FLAGSTAFF — Consulado Móvil in Flagstaff el 23 de abril a 9:30 am hasta 1:30 pm en Sinagua Middle School, 3950 E. Butler Ave. Programa tu cita a través de Mexitel: 1.877.639.4835. Internet: http://consulmex.sre.gob.mx/phoenix App: MiConsulmex
Read and Rise Radio Forum to be held on KTNN 660 AM/KWRK 96.1 FM on April 12
In honor of the Week of the Young Child™ sponsored by the NAEYC*, the Navajo Nation Regional Partnership Council of First Things First in partnership with Save the Children and Reach Out and Read will be hosting the Read and Rise…
Raices: Afro-Mexican Identities Across Borders presents Son Jarocho April 1, 2 in Flagstaff
FLAGSTAFF — Raices: Afro-Mexican Identities Across Borders to present “Gilberto Guitierrez of Son Jarocho group Mono Blanco” April 1, 2 in Flagstaff. Son Jarocho is a participatory music and dance practice native to the state of Veracruz, Mexico that blends indigenous Mexican, African…
CHAC to present second annual César E. Chávez Community Recognition Breakfast on April 1
FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino Hispanic Advisory Council will present the second annual César E. Chávez Community Recognition Breakfast from 7:30 to 9 a.m. Friday, April 1 at Tacos Los Altos Westside, 2500 S. Woodlands Village, Flagstaff. The event will honor Hispanic veterans,…
MEChA de NAU to present César Chávez Week March 30 through April 5
FLAGSTAFF — MEChA de NAU to present César Chávez Week March 30 through April 5. **Events free to NAU Students and Flagstaff Community** Wednesday March 30th: Gallery Day 1 Time: 6-8pm Location: LEADS Center (NAU Campus) Thursday March 31st: Gallery…
Market of Dreams / Mercado de Sueños to hold 1st year anniversary celebration on March 26
FLAGSTAFF — The Market of Dreams / Mercado de Sueños will hold its 1st year anniversary celebration from noon to 6 p.m. Saturday, March 26 at 2532 E. 7th Ave., Flagstaff. The event includes: Live performances throughout the day with…
Sunnyside Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños to present ‘Ms. Gloria’s Sweet Box Pary Tea & Old School Jams on March 20
FLAGSTAFF — Ladies, grab your girlfriends, come gab and relax at Ms. Gloria’s Sweet Box Party on Sunday, March 20 anytime between 12:30 and 3:00 p.m. at the Sunnyside Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños. Enjoy your favorite tea and…
Market of Dreams / Mercado de Sueños Market of Dreams to present ‘Festival of Dreams’ on Feb. 21
FLAGSTAFF — The Market of Dreams / Mercado de Sueños Market of Dreams will present its “Festival of Dreams” featuring live music, local artisans, crafters and food vendors from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 21 at 2532 E. 7th…
Sunnyside Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños announces February calendar of events
FLAGSTAFF — The Sunnyside Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños has announced its February calendar of business classes, workshops and community events. Click here to see the entire calendar.
Paint and Wine in the Pines scheduled for Our Lady of Guadalupe on March 4
FLAGSTAFF — “Paint and Wine in the Pines” is scheduled to return to the Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church Cultural Center “The Basement” from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday March 4 at 224 N. Kendrick St., Flagstaff. Click here to…
Film screening of ‘Latino Americans — 500 Years of History’ to be held in Flagstaff on March 9
FLAGSTAFF — The free film screening of “Latino Americans — 500 Years of History” will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 Wednesday, March 9 at The Murdoch Community Center, 203 E. Brannen Ave., Flagstaff. Presented by the Mudoch Center and…
Flagstaff Police Department Citizens Liaison Committee to hold next quarterly meeting at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church Cultural Center on March 10
FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff Police Department Citizens Liaison Committee will hold its next quarterly meeting at 6 p.m. Thursday, March 10 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church Cultural Center (The Basement), 224 S. Kendrick St., Flagstaff. Participants will: Receive feedback from…
Art Auction supporting NAU Austrian Refugee Integration Project set for Jan. 30
FLAGSTAFF — This summer, faculty and students from Northern Arizona University plan on taking a trip to Austria to study and film what is happening with various refugee groups as they learn to integrate into Austrian society. To get there, the…
Inter-Tribal, African American and Coconino Hispanic Advisory Councils Seek Members. Next joint meeting is Feb. 3
FLAGSTAFF —The public is invited to a meeting at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 3 to learn more about serving on the County’s three diversity councils. The councils invite individuals from all backgrounds to attend a meeting and/or apply to be…
Market of Dreams offers Christmas Eve Special
The Sunnyside Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños is presenting a “Christmas Eve Special” with 20 percent off on every item in the store through 3 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 24. The market is a great place to find…
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…
In Tlanextli Tlacopan Aztec Fire Dancers return to Flagstaff for performance at NAU’s ‘Indigenous Bash’
FLAGSTAFF — The In Tlanextli Tlacopan Aztec Fire Dancers returned to Flagstaff for performance at NAU’s “Indigenous Bash” on Nov. 7 at the University Union Fieldhouse. The group recently performed at the 12th annual Celebraciones de la Gente at the Museum…
MEChA de NAU celebrates Día de Los Muertos with procession, dance performance
FLAGSTAFF — MEChA de NAU celebrated Día de Los Muertos on Nov. 7 with a procession from the Student Union to the Murdock Center. Ballet Folklorico de Colores de Flagstaff then entertained the audience. Photos by Frank X. Moraga /…
Museum of Northern Arizona to present Niños Celebration on Nov. 14
FLAGSTAFF — The Day of the Dead celebration continues at the Museum of Northern Arizona, museum officials reported. Learn the traditional dances of Mexico in a lesson with Ballet Folklorico de Colores de Flagstaff and create Day of the Dead…
Flagstaff celebrates third annual Day of the Dead procession
FLAGSTAFF — The community honored Day of the Dead / Día de los Muertos with a procession in downtown Flagstaff to the Shrine at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church on Nov. 2, 2015. The Arizona Daily Sun estimated that…
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…
MEChA de NAU to celebrate Día de Los Muertos on Nov. 7
FLAGSTAFF — MEChA de NAU will present its annual Día de Los Muertos procession and celebration starting at 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7 at the NAU Union Amphitheatre. The procession will then proceed to the Murdock Center, 205 E. Brannen Ave.,…
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…
Celebraciones de la Gente 2015 comes to a festive conclusion
FLAGSTAFF — The 12th annual Celebraciones de la Gente came to a festive and fitting conclusion on Sunday Oct. 25 with the traditional blessing of the ofrendas / altars by In Tlanextli Tlacopan Aztec Fire Dancers, music by Mariachi Mexico Antiguo and the…
12th annual Celebraciones de la Gente opens to the public on Oct. 24 for two-day celebration of Día de los Muertos
FLAGSTAFF — Final preparations were completed by Friday afternoon with the hanging of strings of papel picado and the adornment of nearly two dozen altars at the Museum of Northern Arizona as Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces prepared for the 12th annual Celebraciones de…
Sunset Magazine lists Celebraciones as one its its ‘“The West’s best Day of the Dead celebrations’
Sunset Magazine included Celebraciones de la Gente in Flagstaff as one of its “The West’s best Day of the Dead celebrations.” “The festival features the usual handicrafts, altars, and music, but with a hint of the Old West, thanks to the…
Plaza Vieja residents urged to attend Plaza Vieja Neighborhood Specific Plan public hearing on Oct. 20 at the Flagstaff City Council
FLAGSTAFF — Plaza Vieja residents are urged to attend the Plaza Vieja Neighborhood Specific Plan public hearing at 6 p.m. Tuesday Oct. 20 at the Flagstaff city council. Click here for the Oct. 20 Flagstaff City Council draft agenda. Several city commissions have…
Plaza Vieja Neighborhood Specific Plan public hearing set for Oct. 13, 20
FLAGSTAFF — The Plaza Vieja Neighborhood Specific Plan is up for review by various City Commissions and Advisory Committees and public hearings with the Planning & Zoning Commission and City Council this Fall. Several City Commissions have offered feedback on the La Plaza Vieja Neighborhood Plan, which…
Guest commentary: An Attempt to Dispel Myths About Immigration Law
By Elliot Alford / Alford Law PLLC There are many commonly-held misconceptions concerning the US immigration world. Below I will list some of these and attempt to explain-away their influence. It is possible for a lawyer or document-preparer to have a “connection”…
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…