Category: Family

North Rim of Grand Canyon to reopen May 15 for 2022 season

by Community Contributor • May 3, 2022 • Comments Off

The North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park will open on Sunday, May 15 at 6 a.m. to mark the official start of the 2022 season. Grand Canyon Lodge and Grand Canyon Trail Rides will also commence their 2022 seasonal operations on this date.

Visitor services, including the campground, Grand Canyon Conservancy bookstore and the Backcountry Information Office will open at 8 a.m. Information on daily Park Ranger programs will be available at the Roaring Springs Overlook Kiosk through October 15. Grand Canyon Lodge North Rim operations, including lodging, groceries, retail, food and beverage services, shower and laundry and the gas station, will also open May 15. The lodge dining room will be open for breakfast, lunch and dinner with reservations required for dinner service. The last day of the 2022 season for most commercial services will be October 15, 2022.

United Way of Northern Arizona — TUNNEL FIRE: Crisis Response Fund Update

by Community Contributor • May 2, 2022 • Comments Off

Northern Arizona University, Nestle Purina, Suddenlink and OneAZ Credit Union are leading the way in providing funds to help those who have been impacted by the Tunnel Fire. Together they have contributed $45,000 to the United Way of Northern Arizona Crisis Response Fund.

These funds will be used to help people impacted by the fire meet immediate needs and offer assistance as they rebuild and recover. The blaze, which as of last night was 89% contained, has destroyed more than 100 structures, including 30 homes northeast of Flagstaff.

City of Flagstaff to enter Stage 1 Fire Restrictions on May 5

by Community Contributor • May 2, 2022 • Comments Off

The City of Flagstaff will enter Stage 1 Fire Restrictions at 8 a.m. on May 5, 2022.

Under Stage 1 Fire Restrictions,

The sale or use of consumer-grade fireworks is prohibited.
The use of charcoal and wood-fired BBQs are prohibited in City parks and open spaces.
Charcoal and wood-fired BBQs are still allowed at private residences and private campgrounds within city limits.

Fire restrictions to begin May 5 on Kaibab and Coconino National Forests

by Community Contributor • May 2, 2022 • Comments Off

Beginning Thursday, May 5 at 8:00 a.m., Stage 1 fire and smoking restrictions will be in effect on the Williams and Tusayan Districts (aka “South Zone”) of the Kaibab National Forest and the entirety of the Coconino National Forest.

Under Stage 1 restrictions, fires, campfires, charcoal, coal, and wood stoves are prohibited, except within a developed recreation site. Smoking is also prohibited, except within an enclosed vehicle, building or a developed recreation site. Fireworks are always prohibited on all national forest and state lands.

Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library — Happening at Your Library Week of May 2, 2022

by Community Contributor • May 2, 2022 • Comments Off

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Flagstaff STEM City — 2022 STEM Celebration to be held at Ft. Tuthill on April 30

by Community Contributor • April 28, 2022 • Comments Off

The 9th Annual Community STEM Celebration is an opportunity for the greater Flagstaff region

to engage with the STEM community– K-12, college and university educational institutions, businesses, government agencies, non-profits, and others.

Hands-on activities, demonstrations and conversations excite participants, expose the community to STEM educational and career opportunities in Flagstaff and celebrate Flagstaff’s designation as “America’s First STEM Community”

NEW workshops at Sedona Arts Center!

by Community Contributor • April 28, 2022 • Comments Off

Painting For All Levels: ONLINE!
with Gretchen Lopez
May 6, 2022

From the beginning to the experienced student, this one-day class in oil or acrylic will guide and teach students how to approach the painting process with confidence, while exploring the basics of value-pattern, composition and color. Students may work from life and/or photos. Instructor demonstrations and lots of individual attention provided.

Discover Flagstaff — The NAU 2022 Film Festival on April 29 and more events

by Community Contributor • April 27, 2022 • Comments Off

The Orpheum Theater.NAU’s student-led UTV Studios presents the NAU 2022 Film Festival LIVE at the historic Orpheum Theater in downtown Flagstaff. 5 p.m.

Theatrikos Theatre Company — Vaccine requirement (mostly) dropped, summer theatre camps and other theatre news

by Community Contributor • April 27, 2022 • Comments Off

In April, Broadway League dropped their vaccine mandate for audiences. At their April meeting, Theatrikos’ board of directors decided to follow Broadway’s lead. So, effective with Foreigner, Theatrikos will no longer require vaccination for audience on Friday and Saturday night performances.

All of our cautious safety protocols will remain in effect for Sunday matinees: proof of vaccination requirement, masks, social distancing, closed concessions.

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — CCC&Y providing free training as part of Child Abuse Prevention Month

by Community Contributor • April 27, 2022 • Comments Off

The Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth has unveiled a free training webinar for parents, caregivers and all community members as part of Child Abuse Prevention Month in April.

This quick overview video is a great starting place for parents, caregivers and community members brand new to topics such as brain development, adverse childhood experiences, resilience and mindfulness. It is a great jumping off place to go deeper in knowledge and support through the rest of our library of webinars.

With thousands of views across our various topics, we are sure there is something for all community members and professionals. Whether you are seeking the best info for your family, your community or a program you work for, get a taste for our research supported prevention and community work.

A very special thank you to all of our partners who help get this information out to our community!

For more information, contact: coalition@coconinokids.org

Museum of Northern Arizona — Two new exhibitions, many May events

by Community Contributor • April 26, 2022 • Comments Off

At MNA we look at the land through many lenses. Some are literal lenses – microscopes, binoculars, and telescopes. Many are figurative – mapping data to reveal an otherwise unseen pattern or reconstructing a place in time from remnants that remain.

Art can be another lens to bring the world into focus. The Great Unknown: Artists at Glen Canyon and Lake Powell opens in May, exploring that area through the artistic lens of the photographer. The starting point is Eliot Porter’s striking, nearly abstracted images. Porter’s book The Place No One Knew established the genre of photobooks for environmental causes. Among the other works in the exhibition are the black and white photos by Martin Stupich, where the dam itself dominates the frame, as well as more recent images by Peter Goin that bring attention to what the receding waters of Lake Powell reveal. The Great Unknownhas been drawn from an exhibition of the same name previously on show at the New Mexico Museum of Art, and curated by Katherine Ware, MoA’s Curator of Photography.

City of Flagstaff hosts Drop-off Day event on April 30

by Community Contributor • April 26, 2022 • Comments Off

The City of Flagstaff’s Sustainability Office invites members of the public to participate in Drop-off Day 2022. The event is scheduled for Saturday, April 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Flagstaff Police Department (911 E. Sawmill Rd, Flagstaff, AZ 86001).

The Sustainability Office is excited to partner with the Flagstaff Police Department, Flagstaff Hazardous Products Center, Coconino County, Coconino County Sheriff’s Office, Ponderosa Medical Waste Services, and R3Ewaste Computer & Electronics Recycling to put waste in the right place.

Tunnel Fire Morning Update – Monday April 25, 2022

by Community Contributor • April 25, 2022 • Comments Off

Fire crews’ diligence and hard work have resulted in an increase in containment to 15% on the Tunnel Fire. Yesterday residents were able to re-enter the previously evacuated neighborhoods. US Hwy 89 was re-opened yesterday afternoon.

Tunnel Fire Damage Assessments Start Today, April 25

by Community Contributor • April 25, 2022 • Comments Off

Coconino County Community Development, in coordination with the Arizona Department of Emergency Management will be in the Tunnel Fire burn area to conduct property damage assessments beginning April 25.

This is an important process that is necessary for recovery services and for emergency declaration documentation purposes. If they approach you or your residence, then you can request to receive proper identification and they will explain their activity to you in conducting property damage assessments for official documentation purposes.

Creative Flagstaff — Don’t Miss Out – Get Your Tickets for the Viola Awards NOW

by Community Contributor • April 25, 2022 • Comments Off

The 14th Annual Viola Awards are happening THIS Saturday, April 30th! This year’s event will be one to remember. A limited number of tickets for the event are still available. Don’t wait — get yours today!

This year’s Viola Awards are recognizing 41 finalists across 10 categories. See the full list of finalists on our website. Winners will be announced during the main ceremony on April 30th.

Purchasing a ticket to the main ceremony includes admission to the afterparty which will feature our four Excellence in Music finalists: iiwaa, Tré Orona & Tsoh Tso, WinterHaven, & Tha ‘Yoties.

Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library — Happening at Your Library Week of April 25, 2022

by Community Contributor • April 25, 2022 • Comments Off

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Tunnel Fire Community Meeting on Saturday, April 23 at Sinagua Middle School

by Community Contributor • April 22, 2022 • Comments Off

A Tunnel Fire Community Meeting will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday, April 23, at Sinagua Middle School, 3950 E. Butler Avenue, Flagstaff (parking information below).

This meeting is to provide an update regarding the fire conditions, potential flood risk, and evacuation status.

Representatives from the County, Sheriff’s Office, U.S. Forest Service, U.S. Weather Service, and Tunnel Fire Type 1 Incident Management Team will provide information on these topics and be available to answer questions. American Sign Language interpretation will be available at the meeting.

Coconino School Superintendent Cheryl Mango-Paget Announces Nominations for 2023 Teacher of the Year

by Community Contributor • April 22, 2022 • Comments Off

The Coconino County Education Service Agency (CCESA) is proud to announce a request for nominations for the 10th Annual Teacher of the Year, 5th Annual Rookie Teacher of the Year, and 2nd Annual Lifetime Achievement Award.

The awards are a distinguished countywide event created to celebrate, honor, and recognize full-time teachers from pre-kindergarten to 12th grade. Even the simple act of nominating a teacher can mean the world to them. Nominating a teacher recognizes them for their hard-work and efforts throughout the academic year.

Grand Canyon Weekly Wrap-up — April 18-22, 2022

by Community Contributor • April 21, 2022 • Comments Off

When emergencies happen, be the first to know.

The Coconino County Emergency Notification System uses Alerts powered by Rave Mobile Safety’s Smart911 to send official, real-time alerts to the public with information about potentially life-saving actions you may need to take to keep you and your family safe.

This service allows you to receive voice, text, and email emergency notifications generated by Grand Canyon Dispatch and public safety officials. More information on this program can be found on the county’s website and a link to sign up can be found here.

First-year student finds his path at CCC

by Community Contributor • April 21, 2022 • Comments Off

He wants to apply himself to something bigger.

Horizon Gillson, a freshman at Coconino Community College, plans to get his associates at CCC and then transfer to Northern Arizona University. He hopes to get his bachelor’s degree in Physics and is considering a minor in Disability Studies.

Gillson finished high school in Gallup, New Mexico, and decided to give CCC a shot to “see if I was cut out for this,” Gillson said, adding that everything is going well with classes and that CCC has helped him figure out where “I want to go and where I want to be.”

Gillson chose CCC to continue his education because of the affordability, how close it is to home, and CCC’s relationship with NAU. He plans to join the CCC2NAU program next semester, which helps students save money while reaching their educational goals both at CCC and NAU.

Latino Outdoors — Yo Cuento: somos semillitas of the Earth

by Community Contributor • April 21, 2022 • Comments Off

This week, we are joining communities around the country and across the world to celebrate día de la Tierra.

The environmental movement has grown, evolved, and become more diverse since the first Earth Day over fifty years ago, and people everywhere are growing to better understand our intimate relationship with our beautiful planet. Somos semillitas and the earth can nourish us in awe-inspiring ways if we honor that relationship. These are hopeful signs and reasons to continue working towards a healthier, more sustainable, and balanced environment for ourselves, for our children, and for our children’s children.

Starting this weekend, join us in celebrating youth and familias outdoors, the spirit of conservation, and the promise of the future us.

Supervisor Jeronimo Vasquez District 2 Newsletter — 11th Edition

by Community Contributor • April 21, 2022 • Comments Off

In this edition…

Message from Jeronimo
Redistricting Supervisor Districts
Museum Fire Flood Project
Event Highlights
Service Positions Open in District 2
Services and Programs
And more!

Tunnel Fire Update — Crews continue to focus on key areas to protect structures, keep the fire from moving up steep slopes

by Community Contributor • April 21, 2022 • Comments Off

April 21, 2022 — Residences, buildings, and watersheds that drain near them are currently the main emphasis for firefighters battling the now 20,511 acre Tunnel Fire 14 miles northeast of Flagstaff.

Overnight crews continued cooling hotspots in the Timberline Estates and Wupatki Trail subdivisions, as well as worked to contain multiple spot fires on the fire’s western flank near Forest Road 420 (Schultz Pass Road). These efforts were instrumental in keeping the fire from burning up steep slopes toward Schultz Peak and may help to minimize post-fire flood impacts.

United Way of Northern Arizona — TUNNEL FIRE: ‘A Time for Neighbors to Help Neighbors’

by Community Contributor • April 21, 2022 • Comments Off

During last night’s informative community meeting on the Tunnel Fire, it was the words of Coconino County Board of Supervisors Chair Patrice Horstman that stood out to us:

“This is a time for neighbors to help neighbors.”

United Way of Northern Arizona is currently raising money to help those impacted by the Tunnel Fire through the UWNA Crisis Response Fund. You can donate to the fund by texting UWNAZresponse to 41444. Donations can also be processed on our website here.

The NAU Review — Celebrating Earth Day, Notes from the President and an NAU grad

by Community Contributor • April 21, 2022 • Comments Off

10 ways to celebrate Mother Earth

Taking care of this planet means potentially reducing the impacts of climate change, including catastrophic wildfires like the one outside Flagstaff today. Earth Day is tomorrow, and one of the best ways to make sure you are celebrating all year long is by adopting small, consistent changes that can become a part of your everyday life. From learning the ins and outs of recycling and how to conserve energy, here is a list of small, easy ways to give back to the world that gives us so much.

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Still time to register for CCC&Y’s ‘Mindful Positioning’ workshop

by Community Contributor • April 20, 2022 • Comments Off

There is still time to register for CCC&Y’s “Mindful Positioning — Seeking Change & Healing” virtual workshop from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 27.

International child welfare expert Kevin Campbell will host the event. Register here.

More than ever- we need to unite with diverse community members in a process designed to gain answers and input. A step in our Self-Healing Communities work.

With funding support by Vitalyst Health Foundation and the Department of Child Safety Prevention Councils

For more information, contact: coalition@coconinokids.org

Discover Flagstaff — Earth Day Celebration 2022, Bushmaster Park on April 23 and more events

by Community Contributor • April 20, 2022 • Comments Off

Celebrate Earth Day with City of Flagstaff Sustainability Office. 11 a.m.

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future — Prop. 438, Local Elections, Thorpe Park Annex, and More!

by Community Contributor • April 20, 2022 • Comments Off

In This Issue:
F3 Supports Prop 438: Special Election May 17
Mayor and Council Elections
Join F3’s Election Committee
Coconino County Redistricting
Become an Election Poll Worker
Thorpe Park Annex Design Meeting
Earth Day: April 23rd

Mask mandate lifted at Flagstaff Pulliam Airport

by Community Contributor • April 20, 2022 • Comments Off

Effective immediately, the City of Flagstaff has lifted the mask mandate at the Flagstaff Pulliam Airport following an announcement from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). The TSA announced that it will no longer be enforcing masking on public transportation due to a recent federal court ruling.

Flying patrons or visitors to the Flagstaff Pulliam Airport will have the choice to wear or not wear a mask.

NEW Art workshops at Sedona Arts Center

by Community Contributor • April 20, 2022 • Comments Off

Flagstaff Youth Riders (FLYRS) — FLYRS Summer Camps 2022

by Community Contributor • April 20, 2022 • Comments Off

We just kicked off our biggest season yet with kids hitting the trails for the spring session. We still have some open spots in these groups: High School, Middle School girls, and 3-5th grade advanced skills. This is the last week to register before it closes for the season.

Click here to register

City of Flagstaff hosts Earth Day celebration on April 23

by Community Contributor • April 19, 2022 • Comments Off

The City of Flagstaff’s Sustainability Office invites community members to a celebration of Earth Day 2022. The festivities are scheduled for Saturday, April 23 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Bushmaster Park (3150 N Alta Vista Dr).

This year’s Earth Day event will be one to remember, featuring informational booths, food vendors, live bands, do it yourself activities, a sustainability scavenger hunt and free workshops on home electrification, rainwater harvesting and composting in Flagstaff. For detailed event information please visit https://flagstaff.az.gov/1439/Earth-Day.

Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library — Happening at Your Library Week of April 18, 2022

by Community Contributor • April 18, 2022 • Comments Off

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Earth Day 2022: Invest in Your Planet, Invest in Your Community

by Community Contributor • April 15, 2022 • Comments Off

On Friday, April 22nd, communities around the world will celebrate the 52nd anniversary of Earth Day. This year’s theme is “Invest In Our Planet.” Coconino County, in partnership with Friends of Coconino County Parks, the City of Flagstaff, Flagstaff Parks, Recreation, and Open Space, and the U.S. Forest Service are partnering to facilitate three cleanup events throughout the community.

Patrice Horstman — April 2022 District One Newsletter

by Community Contributor • April 15, 2022 • Comments Off

We certainly are hoping for April showers to bring May flowers and provide much needed moisture to Coconino County. April is also the month we celebrate Earth Day. Since 1970, April 22nd marks the day that is referred to as the birth of the modern environmental movement. This year’s theme is “Invest in our Planet” and in keeping with that theme and the importance of us all working together to build a healthier and more sustainable planet, Coconino County has a number of “Earth Month” events including litter cleanups, climate action and renewable energy programs. Go to http://www.coconino.az.gov/2884/Earth-Day-Schedule for more information.

Aramark Announces Acquisition of Forever Resorts Properties (including Grand Canyon Lodge – North Rim), Rebrands Leisure Division as Aramark Destinations

by Community Contributor • April 15, 2022 • Comments Off

Aramark (NYSE: ARMK), a global hospitality, facilities management, and uniforms leader, announced today that it has signed an agreement to acquire a collection of premier Forever Resorts destination properties providing hospitality services throughout North America, in conjunction with the company’s rebrand of its Leisure division to Aramark Destinations.

The acquisition substantially strengthens the position of the newly branded Aramark Destinations business in North America and supports the company’s strategy to grow its portfolio of destinations and cultural attractions across the country.

April Updates from Creative Flagstaff — Get your tickets for the 14th Annual Viola Awards before they sell out!

by Community Contributor • April 15, 2022 • Comments Off

Tickets for the 14th Annual Viola Awards are now on sale & moving fast. Don’t miss this celebration of art, science, & culture in our community. This year’s ceremony will honor 41 finalists. Learn more about this year’s finalists on our website.

Get your tickets here

CCC student sees future at Phoenix Children’s Hospital

by Community Contributor • April 15, 2022 • Comments Off

She wants to help others with the same experience

Coconino Community College student Anna Gottschling has lived in Flagstaff all of her life. At the age of two, she suffered from an injury known as a subdural hematoma, which is a bleed in your brain. She was saved by Dr. Nathan Avery in Flagstaff and then transferred to Phoenix Children’s Hospital for additional surgeries, physical therapy, and her recovery.

Sediment Reduction Project Breaks Ground in Museum Flood Area

by Community Contributor • April 15, 2022 • Comments Off

A Coconino County Flood Control District project to reduce sediment production and transport on private lands below the Museum Fire burn scar is underway in Lockett Ranches & Mt. Elden Estates.

The Natural Resources Conservation Service and District-funded Emergency Watershed Protection Project will reduce erosion and sediment transport downstream.

Coconino County Parks & Recreation — Celebrate Earth Day and more news

by Community Contributor • April 14, 2022 • Comments Off

Earth Day is next week and there’s no better way to celebrate than participating in a local event. Join Coconino County, the City of Flagstaff, Friends of Coconino County Parks, and the U.S. Forest Service for a volunteer cleanup and an activity afterwards in honor of Earth Day 2022. All cleanups start at 10 a.m. and include a fun outdoor activity. Register at the Sign-Up Genius Links below.

Can’t make it? Invest in yourself and your community by getting outside and making a difference on your own. Tag a picture with #NAZEarthDay22 to be a part of the celebration.

Wed., April 20 cleanup at Highway 180 (Peak View) https://tinyurl.com/et7jdajj
Thurs., April 21 cleanup at Fort Tuthill County Park https://tinyurl.com/yc7t6ykn
Fri., April 22 cleanup at Ashurst Lake
https://tinyurl.com/2s4pmk5v

Flagstaff Festival of Science — It’s not too late to make a difference! Help us reach our goal!

by Community Contributor • April 14, 2022 • Comments Off

This is your opportunity to make a difference with the Flagstaff Festival of Science! Your ongoing support as a meaningful friend to the Festival has helped us develop compelling and powerful events each year! This year, our keynote speaker will bring the fascinating world of pharaohs and Egyptian gods, right here to our mountain town!

Dr. Zahi Hawass, world renowned Egyptologist and presenter, typically charges $50- $150 for ticketed events, but here in Flagstaff audiences can attend for FREE as we promise to make science accessible to all! But we need the help of our donors today, to make a difference in science education!

The Festival has a goal to raise $3,000 in this campaign!

(We are one third of the way there with one day to go!)

United Way 0f Northern Arizona — Ventura Land Trust Presents April Environmental Speaker Series: Women in Conservation

by Community Contributor • April 14, 2022 • Comments Off

In 2001, Alice’s Place in Winslow opened, providing services for those facing domestic and sexual violence. It was founded by the late Dr. Kenneth Mackey Ogilvie, a local OB/GYN, who named it to honor his grandmother, Alice Hurley Mackey, a Choctaw woman who escaped domestic violence. She went on to become a writer and enjoyed a circle of friends that included prominent historians and artists.

“Her story exemplifies what we want to do,” said Theresa Warren, executive director of the shelter. “First, get people out of a crisis. But that’s not enough; that just stabilizes the situation. Where do you go from there? Our job is to empower the individuals we work with.”

Discover Flagstaff — Enjoy what the art scene has to offer this weekend with Flagstaff 365

by Community Contributor • April 13, 2022 • Comments Off

Earth Day Celebration, Ardrey Auditorium. A unique concert focused on the importance of everyone’s role in protecting our environment. 7:30 p.m.

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — CCC&Y providing free training as part of Child Abuse Prevention Month

by Community Contributor • April 13, 2022 • Comments Off

The Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth has unveiled a free training webinar for parents, caregivers and all community members as part of Child Abuse Prevention Month in April.

Comments from those who have already seen the training.

“loved the acknowledgment that we can all recognize stressors are high right now”
“realized this was my first mindful breath of the day”
“feels supportive and a great jump off point to learn more”

For more information, contact: coalition@coconinokids.org

Bilingual report — Registration now open for Ballet Folklórico de Colores Summer Camp

by Community Contributor • April 8, 2022 • Comments Off

Registration for Ballet Folklórico de Colores’ super fun Latin American Culture and Dance Camp is open!! This year, we will be learning about México, Perú, Chile, Panamá and Nicaragua. Register here: https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MTQ2NDIx

A limited number of partial scholarships are available at

https://www.balletfolkloricoflagstaff.org/summer-camp.html

City of Flagstaff enters Phase 4 of COVID-19 Reentry Plan

by Community Contributor • April 8, 2022 • Comments Off

The City of Flagstaff will move to Phase 4 of its COVID-19 Reentry Plan on April 11. This move is due to the downward trajectory in the number of new cases, hospitalizations and COVID-related deaths in Flagstaff. The City will continue to monitor conditions and take steps it deems necessary to mitigate the risk of COVID-19 exposure and spread within City facilities.

CCC2NAU student to become a health psychologist

by Community Contributor • April 8, 2022 • Comments Off

Coconino Community College student Kayla Witzig moved to Flagstaff from Scottsdale to continue her education and achieve her goal of getting her associate degree in psychology. She chose CCC because of the beautiful weather in Flagstaff and because she was not sure what she wanted to do after high school graduation. She wanted to start slow at a community college.

Witzig is a CCC2NAU student, and she said that “I have my own CCC2NAU advisor,” adding that they help her figure out the courses she needs to complete at CCC to receive her associate degree and transfer to NAU.

The CCC2NAU program helps students save money and accomplish their educational goals both at CCC and NAU. The program offers a seamless transition process that will help transferring students.

Community engagement sought during survey in April for the Thorpe Park Annex

by Community Contributor • April 8, 2022 • Comments Off

Southwest Decision Resources, the City of Flagstaff (Parks Recreation Open Space and Events Division), and Wheat Design Group have announced it is conducting a survey through April for the Thorpe Park Annex.

The community survey will continue generating great ideas and continue problem solving.

Click here to take part in the survey.

AZMOM NORTH (Arizona Dental Mission of Mercy) is calling for volunteers for its Summer 2022 Patient Dental Clinic on June 17-18, 2022 at Fort Tuthill, Flagstaff

by Community Contributor • April 8, 2022 • Comments Off

AZMOM NORTH (Arizona Dental Mission of Mercy) is calling for volunteers for its Summer 2022 Patient Dental Clinic on June 17-18, 2022 at Fort Tuthill Commercial Building, Flagstaff.

Join us this summer with hundreds of other volunteers helping treat patients in under-served populations that need our help in providing dental care.

This is your chance to participate in the largest dental charity in Arizona.

Grand Canyon National Park — Grand Canyon Weekly Wrap-up: April 4-8, 2022

by Community Contributor • April 7, 2022 • Comments Off

Grand Canyon Visitor Center changes in operations

Due to low staffing levels, there will be modified operations to Grand Canyon Visitor Center information desk hours this spring.

From April 8-23, the outdoor GCVC Information Desk will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Thursday to Monday. Please note, the building is still closed to the public and the GCVC Theater is under construction. Ranger programs will continue at 11 a.m. at the Yavapai Geology Museum Amphitheater, Thursday to Monday through April 23

The NAU Review — Strokes, Alzheimer’s disease and NAU’s student service day

by Community Contributor • April 7, 2022 • Comments Off

A new study, co-authored by Pamela Bosch, Indrakshi Roy and Amit Kumar, found that people with lower socioeconomic status and people from ethnic minority populations have a greater likelihood of severe stroke than white Americans or those of a higher socioeconomic status. But it’s not just that—those groups also are more likely to have a more severe stroke incident at the time they are admitted to the hospital.

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Child Abuse Prevention Month Planning Meeting on April 7— Hope you can attend!

by Community Contributor • April 6, 2022 • Comments Off

April is child abuse prevention month. The Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth, along with the help of many partners will be unveiling our coordinated prevention plan at our April 7th meeting at 10 a.m. (zoom)

If you are already a part of the Coconino Prevention Council- just attend the meeting as usual. If you would like to be added to the calendar invite to hear about this project, the planned rollout and how you can easily help spread awareness- please let us know so we can add you to the invite.

We will also screen our brand new 30 min ACES/Mindfulness/ Protective Factors training that is meant to feed community members into all of our other work.

Please join us in support of Prevention efforts in Coconino County- your help and support is needed!

For more information, contact: coalition@coconinokids.org

Creative Flagstaff — Join the Board

by Community Contributor • April 6, 2022 • Comments Off

Creative Flagstaff, formerly Flagstaff Arts Council, the City’s nonprofit art, science, and culture agency seeks applicants to serve as board members. Applicants will fill seats previously filled by long-time board members that have terms ending June 30, 2022.

Diversifying stakeholders, community groups, experience, and expertise represented by the Board of Directors is an important part of Creative Flagstaff’s strategic plan adopted in June 2021.

Over the coming couple of years, the Board anticipates recruiting members that provide leadership experience in nonprofit governance, philanthropy, arts, education, sciences, public policy, and programming from diverse lived experiences including BIPOC and creative professionals.

United Way of Northern Arizona — AZ Gives Starts Today

by Community Contributor • April 5, 2022 • Comments Off

We hope that you’ll join us for Arizona Gives Day, a 24-hour, statewide celebration of charitable organizations that starts at noon today. It’s a special time that unites supporters of big and small nonprofits to increase philanthropy in Arizona through online giving.

Many thanks to those of you who have already donated to United Way of Northern Arizona as part of this year’s #AZGIves campaign. If you haven’t had a chance to give yet, you can do so by clicking HERE.

Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library — Happening at Your Library 4/4/22

by Community Contributor • April 4, 2022 • Comments Off

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Latino Outdoors — Semillitas Outdoors: Para Los Niños

by Community Contributor • April 1, 2022 • Comments Off

Did you know? Providing Latinx youth with increased opportunities to connect with the outdoors and access to leadership spaces can help them develop their own leadership abilities. This year, we are introducing a new initiative called Semillitas Outdoors, a weeklong celebration of Latinx children in the outdoors

From April 23 through May 1, Latino Outdoors will offer virtual and in-person activities that center the experience of Latinx children and their families.

Join us as we support and celebrate children’s access to the outdoors and leadership spaces, and build positive connections to the process of getting outside!

United Way of Northern Arizona — A Very Successful Workplace Campaign

by Community Contributor • March 31, 2022 • Comments Off

Emphasizing how local programs supported by United Way of Northern Arizona dovetail with their work as educators, the team at Flagstaff Unified School District doubled the number of participants and donations to this year’s workplace campaign.

Almost 60 school district employees raised $10,572 in the most recent workplace drive for UWNA, compared to $5,259 the prior year and well in excess of the stated goal of $6,600.

The two-week campaign was largely accomplished through emails and posters urging FUSD employees to “Step Up for Our Community,” said Kurt F. Steele, Executive Assistant to Superintendent Mike Penca.

HECHO March Newsletter

by Community Contributor • March 31, 2022 • Comments Off

Spring is here and the HECHO team is blooming! We hope that you and your family take the time to enjoy the sounds of songbirds, the woodpeckers drumming, the flowers budding, and that unforgettable smell of Spring.

We couldn’t be more excited for the progress we’ve made so far this year, and we are excited to share what we’ve been working on with you in this month’s newsletter.

In late March, Interior Secretary Haaland visited the border community of El Paso, where she met with community members and Monumental SHIFT coalition members to discuss the designation of Castner Range as a National Monument, an effort that HECHO has supported that will conserve wildlife and provide access to public lands to a majority Hispanic community.

Coconino County Issues a Request for Information (RFI) to Help Inform ARPA Allocations

by Community Contributor • March 31, 2022 • Comments Off

Coconino County has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to community partners to gather information on services and projects needed as the Board of Supervisors allocates American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to address COVID-19 pandemic impacts.

Please note that this is a Request for Information, NOT a Request for Proposals. Click here to access and download the Request for Information (RFI).

Willard Springs Green Waste Station Reopens Friday, April 1 for Free Green Waste-Only Disposal

by Community Contributor • March 31, 2022 • Comments Off

Coconino County will reopen the Willard Springs Green Waste Station on Friday, April 1, for free green waste-only disposal all season long to support residents’ efforts to clean up their properties for wildfire season.

Residents will be allowed to dump acceptable green waste such as pine needles, branches, leaves, and brush free of charge with no load limits on Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. through the end of the season on Saturday, October 29, 2022.

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