Category: Cultural

KNAU update for Oct. 20

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Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Oct. 18

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   In This Issue Take a survey to tell the city where you think High Occupancy Housing belongs in Flagstaff Indigenous issues highlighted at October 10th council meeting Gala round-up TONIGHT: Transect-Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) meeting…

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. 24 — Laura St. John to present information on legal challenges facing Latin American immigrants and refugees in the U.S. and Arizona

FLAGSTAFF — On Tuesday Oct. 24 at 4 pm in LA 120, Northern Arizona University, Laura St. John, director of the Florence Immigrant and Refugee Rights Project, will give a presentation about the legal challenges facing Latin American immigrants and refugees…

Oct. 25 — Historian Andrés Reséndez, author of ‘The Other Slavery,’ to speak on history of the enslavement and forced labor of indigenous peoples

FLAGSTAFF — On Wednesday Oct. 25 at 6:30 pm in SBS West 200, Northern Arizona University, historian Andrés Reséndez from UC Davis, will be speak about his ground-breaking work, which traces the history of the enslavement and forced labor of indigenous peoples…

Oct. 14 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Medicare’s ABCDs and the Triple As’

Dear friend, happy Friday! The subject on Saturday’s radio program will be MEDICARE’S ABCDs AND THE TRIPLE As. We will explain each part of Medicare, Medicare Original versus Medicare Advantage, Medicare’s Savings Programs, Enrollment Periods, and the Area Agencies on Aging.…

KNAU update for Oct. 13

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Nov. 14 — NAU No More Deaths, Latin American Studies to screen ‘award-winning documentary film, ‘Forbidden: Undocumented and Queer in Rural America’

FLAGSTAFF — On Tuesday Nov 14 at 7 pm in LA 136, NAU No More Deaths and NAU Latin American Studies will screen the award-winning documentary film, Forbidden: Undocumented and Queer in Rural America as part of the Immigration Awareness Series. You can view…

Oct. 10 — Coconino Community College to present Flagstaff Hispanic Pioneers with Breann Velasco

FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College to present Flagstaff Hispanic Pioneers with Breann Velasco from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 10 at the Lone Tree Campus. Velasco will share her research on the on the experience of Latinos in Flagstaff and the…

Oct. 10 — Indigenous Circle of Flagstaff Presents findings, recommendations from six indigenous community forums

FLAGSTAFF —  The Indigenous Circle of Flagstaff presents findings, recommendations from six indigenous community forums at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 10 at the Flagstaff City Council Chambers, 211 W. Aspen Ave., Flagstaff. Call 928-607-8848 or send an email to indigenouscf@gmail.com for…

Oct. 10-11 — NAU to screen, hold discussion on documentary ‘No Más Bebés’

FLAGSTAFF — Northern Arizona University’s Ethnic Studies will present the film screening and discussion with with Renee Tajima-Peña and Dr. Virginia Espino, producers of the Emmy-Award nominated documentary “No Más Bebés (2015).” The producers will host the first film in the…

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…

NAU update for Oct. 6

Click here for the latest NAU News   Friday, Oct. 6 Washington Center honors NAU with prestigious civic engagement award The award recognizes NAU’s partnership with Northern Arizona Healthcare to reduce health disparities among Arizona’s Latino, Native American and rural populations.…

Inside Coconino update for Oct. 6

        Greetings Coconino County!   I am Rashida Suminski, the Public Fiduciary Director for Coconino County. I recently joined the County on May 30, 2017, where I have the pleasure to continue my role as the Public Fiduciary…

Oct. 7 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘My Fraud Prevention Strategy’

Dear friend, happy Friday! The subject on Saturday’s radio program will be MY FRAUD PREVENTION STRATEGY. With the help of our guests, we will address common scams and fraud (including the Equifax breach), describe con artists’ tactics, and offer a fraud…

KNAU update for Oct. 6

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Sept. 30 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Finances in Order’

Dear friend, happy Friday!   The subject for Saturday’s radio program will be FINANCES IN ORDER. We will have a conversation on budgeting, managing credit and debt, and saving and protecting assets. If you have not seen the video ad, here…

KNAU update for Sept. 29

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Supervisors pass DACA Resolution

The Coconino County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously in favor of congressional action on the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program at the regular board meeting Tuesday night. DACA was an executive action that allowed children under the age…

Oct. 4 — Coconino County Tri-Diversity Council to meet

FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Tri-Diversity Council (agenda here) meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 4 in the Board of Supervisors meeting room. The council consists of the African American Advisory Council, the Coconino Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) and…

NAU update for Sept. 22

Click here for the latest NAU News   Friday, Sept. 22 NAU’s Personalized Learning program highlighted on PBS (VIDEO) Watch how two long-distance Lumberjacks are obtaining their degrees thanks to this highly-acclaimed competency-based program. NAU students, researchers discover way to harvest…

KNAU update for Sept. 22

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City Council passes resolution supporting an extension of the Deferred Action for Child Arrivals program

FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff’s City Council adopted Resolution 2017-34 at their meeting on Sept. 19 in support of an extension of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program and called for Congress to permanently address the legal status of these…

Sept. 24 — DACA Renewal Clinic to be held in Flagstaff

FLAGSTAFF — Do you want help completing the DACA renewal paperwork? Come to the free DACA Renewal Clinic on September 24, 2017 at the East Flagstaff Public Library. Trained volunteers will be available to help complete DACA paperwork. Bring your social…

Colombian American singer-songwriter La Muna to perform at NAU on Sept. 26

FLAGSTAFF — Colombian American singer-songwriter La Muna (aka Natalie Serna Geitz) to perform at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 26 at Northern Arizona University, Liberal Arts 136. Sponsored by Comparative Cultural Studies and Latin American Studies. Call 928-523-2411 for more information.

Sept. 27 — Sunnyside Market of Dreams to hold special information session for Flagstaff, surrounding area self-published authors, artists

FLAGSTAFF — The Sunnyside Market of Dreams will hold a special information session for Flagstaff, surrounding area self-published authors, artists for a special project from 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 2532 E. 7th Ave., Flagstaff. Also, signed copies…

KNAU update for Sept. 15

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Sept. 16 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Latinos in Health Professions’

Dear friend, saludos! The subject of Saturday’s radio program will be LATINOS IN HEALTH PROFESSIONS. With the expertise of Dr. Adriana Perez, Dr. Martin Hernandez and three other guests we will discuss the importance of having Latino representation in health professions;…

Sept. 9 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Rights of People with Disabilities’

Dear friend, Happy Friday! Our radio program tomorrow will be on RIGHTS OF PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES. With the help of our guests, we will explain the Americans with Disabilities Act (in the context of the Civil Rights Movement). Several guests will…

KNAU update for Sept. 8

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Sept. 13 — Flagstaff Police Dept. Citizens Liaison Committee to present ‘Implicit Bias’ training

FLAGSTAFF — Are You Biased?  Each and every one of us has an Implicit Bias. How can we recognize those biases and improve communications between law enforcement and the community? Hear a presentation by Dr. Frederick Gooding Jr., PhD, on his “Implicit Bias” training…

Sept. 17 — Sunnyside Neighborhood Association of Flagstaff to present 15th annual Fiesta de Independencia

Click here for the entire e-newsletter FLAGSTAFF — The Sunnyside Neighborhood Association of Flagstaff Inc. will present the 15th annual Fiesta de Independencia from noon to 7 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 17 at the Market of Dreams, 2532 E. 7th Ave.,…

Latino News Notes: Pew Research Center reports on DACA, immigrant moms, views of Trump

Click here on the entire e-newsletter   September 01, 2017 DACA has shielded nearly 790,000 young unauthorized immigrants from deportation Nearly 790,000 young unauthorized immigrants have received work permits and deportation relief through the federal government’s Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program since…

Coconino County Fair kicks off Labor Day weekend

The annual Coconino County Fair is this Labor Day weekend at Ft. Tuthill County Park, Flagstaff. The four-day event features live entertainment, exhibits, livestock shows and auction, carnival rides, interactive activities for youth and adults, and over 100 food and…

Grant helps CCC aim minority students to STEM fields

FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College, in alliance with three other educational institutions, will be working to steer minority students into Science Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) careers. According to information from the University of Nevada Las Vegas, the National Science Foundation…

CCC Adult Education program receives $1.3 million grant

FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino Community College Adult Education program received a three-year grant worth over $1.3 million from the State of Arizona Department of Education. “It means we’re alive, and we get to keep doing what we’re doing and more,”…

Coconino County Supervisors pass anti-hate resolution

The Coconino County Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted Resolution 2017 – 50, condemning hate and racial supremacy while promoting tolerance, at their regular meeting Tuesday night. The Board considered the resolution due to recent white supremacy rallies and other displays…

KNAU update for Aug. 25

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Aug. 26 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘HEALTH: ACA EXPLAINED’

Dear partner and friend, greetings! Our radio program tomorrow will be on “Health: ACA EXPLAINED”. With the help of our guests we will explain the different components of this law (consumer protections, essential benefits, Medicaid expansion, subsidies, penalties, taxes, etc.). Join…

Sunnyside Market of Dreams update for Aug. 21

Click here for the entire e-newsletter Got an Idea? The Market of Dreams is OPEN to individuals who are interested in starting a business. August/September 2017 Informational Sessions Wednesdays & Fridays Noon to 1 p.m. 5 to 6 p.m. 2532…

Through Aug. 27 — Special offer: Free admission for DACA/”Dreamers” – ‘1070 (We Were Strangers Once, Too)’ at New Carpa Theater, Phoenix

Special offer: Free admission for DACA/”Dreamers” Please share: If you are DACA-mented or eligible for DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals), New Carpa Theater invites you to attend our remaining performances of “1070” for free. (This weekend’s performances are dedicated to…

Aug. 30 — FUSD Indian Education 2017-18 Back-to-School Night coming to Mount Elden Middle School

FLAGSTAFF — Exhibitors are being sought for the FUSD Indian Education Support Program annual Back to School Night to be held from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 30 at Mount Elden Middle School, 3223 N 4th St. “We are requesting…

Aug. 19 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Health: Let YOUR WILL Be Known’

Dear partner and friend, greetings! Our radio program tomorrow will be on HEALTH: let YOUR WILL be known. Our guests will explain the concepts of Power of Attorney, Living Wills, and Estate Planning. Having this conversation and making advanced directives is…

KNAU update for Aug. 18

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