Category: Family

Museum of Northern Arizona — Your Donation, Doubled!

by Community Contributor • November 24, 2025 • Comments Off

We have exciting news to share! Thanks to an anonymous group of donors, your donation to MNA between now and December 31 will be doubled – doubling your impact as we prepare for big things in 2026.

With your help, MNA is poised to share our mission with more people than ever, expanding our work to create new exhibitions and educational programs, plus increasing access so that more people can visit the museum. The impact of your gift today will be doubled as you support:

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New exhibitions in the coming year, including an expansion of MNA’s katsina doll display, plus three new exhibitions in our rotating galleries.
Programs to encourage more visitors to MNA, such as discounted admission of $10 on Sundays for Northern Arizona residents; subsidies for school field trips; and free admission for local college students.
Longstanding MNA traditions such as the Heritage Festival of Art & Culture, plus new initiatives including Indigenous demonstrations, interactive activities, and tours and talks related to rotating exhibitions.

Discover Flagstaff — Gasolina at The Orpheum Theater on Nov. 21, more events

by Community Contributor • November 21, 2025 • Comments Off

Serving as both a legendary perreo and a platform to showcase up-and-coming talent in the reggaetón and Latinx scenes, the collective is determined to break the boundaries of latin music and push the culture forward. 9 p.m

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Grand Canyon Weekly Wrap-up: November 17-21, 2025

by Community Contributor • November 21, 2025 • Comments Off

Together Through the Shutdown
A message from Superintendent Ed Keable

As Grand Canyon National Park resumes normal operations following the lapse of appropriations, I want to extend my sincere gratitude to the entire Grand Canyon community—residents, partners, and local organizations—who stood together during an exceptionally difficult time.

This government shutdown placed real strain on families, employees, and businesses here at the Grand Canyon. Yet even in the most challenging moments, the strength of our community was unmistakable.

Grand Canyon Conservancy (GCC) played an extraordinary role throughout the shutdown, offering steady support when it was most needed. Their generosity provided community dinners, essential funding to sustain key park projects, and donations that directly supported local services relied on by many during this period. GCC’s commitment to this community is deeply appreciated, and we thank them for continuing to show up for Grand Canyon residents.

City of Flagstaff accepting applications for Technology Privacy Task Force

by Community Contributor • November 21, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff is now accepting applications from community members who are interested in serving on the City’s Technology Privacy Task Force. This 10-member task force will be responsible for reviewing the City’s current technology policies, examining proposals for new technology, and providing critical input and recommendations. This work will help shape the rules that govern how the City collects, uses, and protects resident data.

The NAU Review — Puppy love at NAU

by Community Contributor • November 20, 2025 • Comments Off

Paws in training

Karen Sealander, a professor in the Department of Educational Specialties, brings her dog to work every day, though not strictly for puppy snuggles. For more than 20 years, she has helped raise service dogs in training as a volunteer puppy raiser for the national nonprofit Canine Companions. From teaching them how to sit in a classroom full of people to training them to stay when an NAU food bot blocks their path, her work has infused NAU with a happy helping of puppy love.

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Coalition provides listing of upcoming Health and Welfare Resource Meetings

by Community Contributor • November 19, 2025 • Comments Off

By the Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth

With a variety of program service changes affecting nonprofit and governmental agencies, it is vital that organizations maintain communications and partner with each other to better serve families and youth at this time of uncertain funding support.

To aid in that effort, the Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth maintains this listing of virtual and in-person health and welfare resource networking meetings held each month in Coconino County and Northern Arizona.

The meetings offer health professionals and representatives from a variety groups the opportunity to share information on upcoming programs and events that benefit the educational, health and welfare needs of children, youth and families throughout the region.

The following is a listing of some of those meetings. Please check with individual meeting group coordinators for updated times, dates and meeting links. Please send any updates to frank@coconinokids.org

Theatrikos Theatre Co. — Coming Soon: Black Friday deals and single tickets on sale!

by Community Contributor • November 19, 2025 • Comments Off

Theatrikos is delighted to present its upcoming holiday production, the heartwarming true story The Man Who Saved Christmas. Written by Ron Lytle and directed by Joe Maniglia, this captivating, family-friendly production will run from November 26 to December 21, 2025.

This delightful, family-friendly play tells the incredible true story of A.C. Gilbert, the inventor of the beloved Erector Set. The year is 1917, and the U.S. Council of National Defense is calling for a nationwide ban on all Christmas toys to conserve resources for the war effort. While others in the toy industry reluctantly agree, Gilbert stands up for what he believes in. This inspiring tale follows his journey to Washington D.C. to defend Christmas itself, proving that the magic of the holiday is worth fighting for.

STEM City Newsletter – November 2025 Edition

by Community Contributor • November 19, 2025 • Comments Off

We’re excited to bring you the latest highlights, updates, and opportunities from across our vibrant STEM community. Each month, you’ll receive a newsletter that celebrates local innovation, showcases upcoming events, and connects Flagstaff to the broader national STEM landscape.

From hands-on activities and inspiring student projects to professional development and community partnerships, our goal is to keep you informed and engaged in the many ways STEM continues to shape our schools, city, and future.

Thank you for being part of our mission to make Flagstaff a hub for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Together, we’re building curiosity, creativity, and opportunity for learners of all ages.

Coconino High School students celebrate el Día de los Muertos with fourth annual shoebox ofrenda competition

by Community Contributor • November 14, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — Spanish language and English learning students at Coconino High School celebrated el Día de los Muertos/Day of the Dead with their fourth annual shoebox ofrenda / altar competition.

Parents and students had the opportunity to view the ofrenda, ceramic sugar skulls, La Catrina images and other artworks during a celebration on Nov. 3, 2025. The winners were selected recently with students and others voting throughout the month, said teacher Francy Solarte

The event included a performance by Ballet Folklorico de Colores — Flagstaff and food prepared by students from the CHS Culinary Arts Level III and Baking and Pastry class.

Winners from the 2024 competition were recently at a special ofrenda by Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces at the recent Celebraciones de la Gente at the Museum of Northern Arizona.

Discover Flagstaff — Discover Fall Events

by Community Contributor • November 14, 2025 • Comments Off

The Showgirl Era: A Swiftie Takeover (Nov. 14)

The Orpheum Theater

SWIFTIES UNITE! It’s time to Shake it off and celebrate Taylor Swift’s new album ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ with a night of dancing through the eras, one drag queen at a time. 8:30 p.m.

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City of Flagstaff launches short term rental map with emergency contact information

by Community Contributor • November 14, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff has launched aninteractive map showing the location of short-term rentals throughout the City and the emergency contact information for each rental. This information allows members of the public to easily locate contact information for the owners of a short-term rental property in the event of a concern or emergency. The map and other information about the regulation of short-term rentals in Flagstaff can be viewed at Flagstaff.az.gov/STR.

Discover what’s next at Sedona Arts Center!

by Community Contributor • November 14, 2025 • Comments Off

WORKSHOPS & CLASSES
✨ Create. Learn. Connect.

From painting and ceramics to photography and mixed media, Sedona Arts Center offers workshops for every skill level — both in-person and online. Join us and be part of Sedona’s creative heartbeat.

Festival of Science Auction – Don’t Forget to Support a Good Cause!

by Community Contributor • November 14, 2025 • Comments Off

The Festival Fête auction will remain open for just 36 more hours, so register, place your bids and support a good cause!

Your participation helps fund STEM education opportunities in Flagstaff through the development of science programming for youth in Flagstaff! Make an impact today and at the same time, win some amazing items such as unique experiences, valuable services, gift cards, body treatments, local art, and cool products!

Grand Canyon National Park’s North Rim to Close for the Season on Nov. 14

by Community Contributor • November 13, 2025 • Comments Off

GRAND CANYON, Ariz. — Grand Canyon National Park will close the North Rim to all visitor access on Friday, Nov. 14, 2025, at 5:20 p.m. Sections of the North Rim are tentatively expected to reopen to visitors for the 2026 season on May 15, pending weather, trail conditions, infrastructure readiness, and completion of hazard mitigation efforts.

The North Rim reopened to visitors with limited access to eastern viewpoints this autumn following an extended closure caused by the Dragon Bravo Fire. The area was tentatively scheduled to remain open through November 30. However, forecasts call for winter weather and snowfall beginning this weekend. These conditions are expected to create unsafe travel and work environments in an area still recovering from post-fire hazards.

Sedona Arts Center — SAVE THE DATE! Community and Partner Event on Nov. 14-16

by Community Contributor • November 13, 2025 • Comments Off

The Verde Valley Pottery Festival returns this weekend at beautiful D.A. Ranch in Cornville!

Join us Saturday, November 15, from 10 am – 5 pm, and Sunday, November 16, from 10 am – 3 pm for a weekend celebrating clay, creativity, and community.

Discover the work of 14 exceptional ceramic artists from across the region — each presenting a distinctive collection of handmade pottery available for purchase. Enjoy live demonstrations, fun clay activities for kids, and a welcoming atmosphere surrounded by the scenic vineyard backdrop.

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Coalition board member examines role employers play in promoting employees’ mental health

by Community Contributor • November 12, 2025 • Comments Off

FREDONIA — At the recent Grow Together Fredonia, participants provided the following links to families who may be affected by the ongoing government shutdown.

WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) families in Coconino County will continue to receive benefits without interruption through December 31, 2025, due to the approval of emergency funding by the Coconino County Board of Supervisors. …

Food Resources:

DES updates on SNAP benefits https://des.az.gov/na

Additional DES food resources https://des.az.gov/food-assistance

DES emergency food boxes https://des.az.gov/emergency-food

Double up Food Bucks location finder for Farmer’s Markets https://doubleupaz.org/locations/

Food banks https://azfoodbanks.org/get-food/#find

City of Flagstaff Regional Plan 2025 now available

by Community Contributor • November 12, 2025 • Comments Off

The updated Flagstaff Regional Land Use Plan 2045 is now available! Read the plan at www.flagstaff.az.gov/RegionalPlan2045.

Hard copies of the Regional Plan will be available shortly. Reference copies will be available for review at the City Hall Community Development counter, the Downtown Library Information Desk, and the East Flagstaff Library Information Desk. To request a take-home hard copy of the plan, please email Elsa Erling at elsa.erling@flagstaffaz.gov.

The Regional Plan was adopted by the Flagstaff City Council on Thursday, October 9th. Council directed staff to revise the draft based on Conditions of Approval and an Errata document. The plan has now been updated to incorporate these revisions. Find more information about the public hearings and adoption at the project website linked above.

Coconino National Forest to sell Christmas tree permits online

by Community Contributor • November 12, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — Coconino National Forest will begin selling a limited number of Christmas tree permits online starting Nov. 14 at 8 a.m., and permit owners will be allowed to begin cutting Nov. 14 through Dec. 31.

A total of 2,200 permits will be available for purchase on the Coconino NF Christmas tree permit site online through Recreation.gov, which also lists details about designated cutting areas, maps, dates, and types of trees that may be cut.

Seven hundred permits will be designated for cutting areas within the Flagstaff Ranger District, while 1,500 permits will be designated for the cutting areas within the Mogollon Rim Ranger District.

Coconino County Parks & Recreation — Parks & Recreation Newsletter: November 2025

by Community Contributor • November 12, 2025 • Comments Off

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, we want to express our heartfelt thanks to the volunteers, staff and community who make our parks thrive. Your time, energy and passion help create spaces where people can connect, play and enjoy the beauty of the outdoors. As we look ahead to the holiday season, we are especially grateful for each of you and the difference you make.

U.S. Sen. Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) — Statement on Veterans Day

by Community Contributor • November 11, 2025 • Comments Off

WASHINGTON – Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ), a Marine combat veteran and member of the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, released the following statement on Veterans Day:

“Generations of Arizonans have stepped up to defend our democracy, our freedoms, and our way of life. Veterans Day is a chance to reflect on that service and honor our soldiers, sailors, airmen, Marines, and all those who have served, especially those who never made it home.

“As we remember their service, we must recommit ourselves to serving our veterans and servicemembers with the same respect and honor as they have served us. That means protecting the benefits and care our veterans have rightfully earned, ensuring access to high-quality health care, and strengthening the Department of Veterans Affairs, not cutting it.

“As a Marine and combat veteran, I had the honor of serving alongside some of the most dedicated men I’ve ever known. We owe it to them, and to everyone who has ever worn the uniform, to make sure no veteran ever falls through the cracks. I’ll never stop working to fulfill that promise to our veterans and their families.”

United Way of Northern Arizona — Join Us in Narrowing the SNAP Gap

by Community Contributor • November 10, 2025 • Comments Off

When federal SNAP benefits lapsed this month due to the government shutdown, tens of thousands of northern Arizonans faced uncertainty about how they would feed their families.

While legal challenges may eventually restore those funds, delays mean too many children and families are going hungry today.

Once again, our community is showing its heart. Restaurants are donating food. Businesses and government entities are organizing food drives. And individuals across the region are stepping up in countless ways to make sure families have what they need.

Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library Weekly Happenings 11/10/25

by Community Contributor • November 10, 2025 • Comments Off

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Marketplace of Dreams celebrates inaugural Día de los Muertos Festival. Other events held in region

by Community Contributor • November 7, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — Visitors to the Market of Dreams were greeted with music, flower-making workshops, games, face painting and a live performance in front of a colorful ofrenda / Altar at the inaugural Día de los Muertos Festival on Nov. 2.

Celebrated appropriately on All Souls Day, the event was presented by Chicanos por la Causa (CPLC).

A variety of other events celebrating Día de los Muertos were held in the region this past week. They included:

Coconino County Treasurer Sarah Benatar participates in national food insecurity call

by Community Contributor • November 6, 2025 • Comments Off

Coconino County Treasurer Sarah Benatar joined Illinois State Treasurer Mike Frerichs and Flagstaff Family Food Center Food Bank and Kitchen CEO Ethan Amos to discuss the impacts of the federal government shutdown on SNAP recipients in Coconino County.

“In Coconino County, where 18 percent of residents live in poverty, SNAP-authorized stores redeem more than $500,000 in benefits annually, making the stakes significant for local economies and small businesses,” said Treasurer Benatar.

Flagstaff Family Food Center Food Bank and Kitchen CEO, Ethan Amos, expressed that the situation is unprecedented. Food banks are already stretched and cannot fill the gap left by SNAP’s suspension.

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Food resource weblinks available for Arizona families

by Community Contributor • November 5, 2025 • Comments Off

COCONINO COUNTY — At the recent Grow Together Fredonia meeting, participants provided the following links to families who may be affected by the ongoing government shutdown.

Food Resources:

DES updates on SNAP benefits https://des.az.gov/na

Additional DES food resources https://des.az.gov/food-assistance

DES emergency food boxes https://des.az.gov/emergency-food

Double up Food Bucks location finder for Farmer’s Markets https://doubleupaz.org/locations/

Food banks https://azfoodbanks.org/get-food/#find

Also see other local food resources here

City of Flagstaff hosts food drive for community members in need

by Community Contributor • November 5, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff is hosting a food drive at City facilities around town to help provide food and other essential items to community members in need this holiday season. Demand is especially high this year due to the federal government shutdown and disruption of federal food and nutrition benefits.

To participate, drop off non-perishable items from now until Dec. 31 at one of the following locations:

Coconino County food drive supports families in need

by Community Contributor • November 5, 2025 • Comments Off

COCONINO COUNTY — Due to the shutdown, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits will end for more than 8,000 Coconino County families on Nov. 1, 2025. The loss of these benefits will result in families losing access to critical monthly food assistance, leaving food banks and nonprofits to fill the gap.

With household budgets stretched thin, food pantries and community programs are anticipating continued increased demand. To help address these needs, Coconino County is mobilizing resources to sponsor a community food drive. Those with the ability to help are asked to donate.

Sedona Arts Center — Discover What’s Next — New Art Workshops & Creative Classes Await!

by Community Contributor • November 5, 2025 • Comments Off

Coconino National Forest, Flagstaff Ranger District prescribed fire continuing through Nov. 6

by Community Contributor • November 5, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — Coconino National Forest is planning prescribed fire operations through Nov. 6, pending all required approvals. Coconino National Forest estimates this work to begin Tuesday and continue throughout the week as weather conditions allow. Coconino National Forest uses prescribed fires to help reduce overgrown vegetation to help protect local communities, infrastructure and natural resources from wildfires.

The NAU Review — Celebrating National STEM Day at NAU

by Community Contributor • November 4, 2025 • Comments Off

For National STEM Day on Nov. 8, hear from four students in each of the four areas—science, technology, math and engineering—about what drew them to their majors and what they hope to do once they enter the workforce.

Coconino County Parks & Recreation Newsletter November 2025

by Community Contributor • November 3, 2025 • Comments Off

Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library for week of 11/3/25

by Community Contributor • November 3, 2025 • Comments Off

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City of Page Happenings — November 2025

by Community Contributor • November 3, 2025 • Comments Off

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Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces, Museum of Northern Arizona celebrate 22nd annual Celebraciones de la Gente. Also see link to Arizona Daily Sun gallery

by Community Contributor • October 31, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — From a daily Parade de los Muertos in the courtyard featuring members of Ballet Folkloric de Colores — Flagstaff, to large colorful canvas murals created by students throughout Northern Arizona, the 22nd annual Celebraciones de la Gente (Celebrations of the People) offered several new features during its presentation on Oct. 25, 26 at the Museum of Northern Arizona.

Sponsored by the Museum in partnership with Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces, the annual Día de los Muertos celebration of course included its traditional display of altars / ofrendas, approaching nearly two dozen this year, cultural lectures on the Latino impact in Flagstaff and the art of creating these meaningful ofrendas.

The event opened with a private blessing by Nuestras members to the four directions of the compass, followed by the lighting of the ofrendas.

There were plenty of activities for young people including five completely sold out sugar skull decorating workshops for students, face painting, Día de los Muertos crafts and calaveritas (short poetry).

Adults and young people were also entertained with a Mexican loteria (lottery) game, a variety of Arizona food vendors.

Performances included Ballet Folklórico de Colores of Flagstaff, with the dance group concluding their daily performance by parading through the museum’s Jaime Major Golightly Courtyard dressed in their colorful Día de los Muertos-themed costumes.

A special annual treat is the Courtyard After Dark celebration, where the lights are dimmed with the candlelight ofrendas offering a moving display. The evening included the performance by Mariachi Agave from Tucson, which also provided daily performances in the museum’s Branigar/Chase Discovery Center.

Bilingual report — Chicanos por la Causa (CPLC) presenting Día de los Muertos Festival on Nov. 2 at Market of Dreams. Also see other regional events

by Community Contributor • October 31, 2025 • Comments Off

Also see:

• Arizona Daily Sun — Flag’s Día de los Muertos celebrations invite the community to honor traditions
• Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village in Sedona — Marigold Mural project to be held on Oct. 30-Nov. 1
• Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village in Sedona — Day of the Dead celebration to be held on Nov. 1

Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library Weekly Happenings 10/27/25

by Community Contributor • October 27, 2025 • Comments Off

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UPDATED PHOTOS, Links: Protesters pack downtown Flagstaff on Oct. 18 for nationwide ‘No Kings Day of Action’

by AmigosNAZ.com • October 23, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — With a crowd easily exceeding the 3,000 protesters on the previous No Kings Day protest in June, northern Arizona residents and visitors loudly shared their emotions about the state of the nation’s Democracy during the “No Kings Day of Action” rally on Oct. 18 in front of Flagstaff City Hall.

Organized locally by Indivisible Northern Arizona and supported by a variety of local groups, opponents of the Trump administration crowded the sidewalks from Wheeler Park and Humphreys Street along Route 66 around the curve to Milton Road, filling the grassy area up to the Flagstaff City Hall sign.

CCC&Y Spotlight — Families gather information at Flagstaff Mall’s 2025 Health and Wellness Fair

by Community Contributor • October 22, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — With more than two dozen community health providers, children and family services and other nonprofits signed up to attend, the Flagstaff Mall provided families with a variety of information during its annual Health and Wellness Fair on Oct. 18, 2025 held on the westside of the mall.

A variety of organizations arrived early to set up information tables at the mall, before parents and children arrived for the opening at 10 a.m.

City and County residents invited to share feedback through library community survey

by Community Contributor • October 22, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF —The Flagstaff City – Coconino County Public Library invites residents of Flagstaff and Coconino County to share their thoughts, feedback and ideas on library services by participating in a community survey. The survey is open now through Dec. 31, 2025.

Library staff are soliciting feedback from residents about how they use, find out about, and feel about the Library’s services and collection. Data from this survey will convey what the public values most about the Library and help us identify areas for improvement.

Flagstaff City – Coconino County Public Library — Book distributor closure likely to cause delays

by Community Contributor • October 22, 2025 • Comments Off

We would like to keep you informed about a recent development impacting the Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library. Baker & Taylor, a U.S. – based company that supplies books to schools, libraries, and bookstores – including the Flagstaff Public Libraries – has gone unexpectedly out of business after a failed merger. Baker & Taylor plans to fully cease operations by January 2026.

22nd annual Celebraciones de la Gente returns to the Museum of Northern Arizona

by Community Contributor • October 20, 2025 • Comments Off

Tickets sold out for popular Celebraciones de la Gente Sugar Skull Decorating workshops Oct. 25, 26.

Also see:

Arizona Daily Sun — Flag’s Día de los Muertos celebrations invite the community to honor traditions

Arizona Daily Sun — Celebraciones de la Gente returning to Museum of Northern Arizona this month

FLAGSTAFF — Experience the vibrant traditions of Mexican heritage during the 22nd annual Celebraciones de la Gente (Celebrations of the People) at the Museum of Northern Arizona Oct. 25-26.

Held in partnership with Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces, Celebraciones honors the spirit of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) with heartfelt remembrances and joyful festivities.

Festival highlights include colorful ofrendas (altars) set in honor of departed family and friends, traditional dances, live music, and cultural presentations. Visitors can enjoy sugar skull decorating, face painting, Día de los Muertos crafts, calaveritas (short poetry), Mexican loteria (lottery) and authentic food from Arizona vendors. Mariachi Agave of Tucson and Ballet Folklórico de Colores of Flagstaff will fill the festival with vibrant sound and movement.

Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library Weekly Happenings 10/20/25

by Community Contributor • October 20, 2025 • Comments Off

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City hosts ‘Voices Unheard: Breaking the Silence’ event on Oct. 22

by Community Contributor • October 17, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff is hosting an event entitled “Voices Unheard: Breaking the Silence – a Community Gathering for Prevention, Strength, and Healing” on Wednesday, Oct. 22 from 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. at the Coconino Center for the Arts (2300 N Fort Valley Rd). This event seeks to educate Northern Arizona residents on the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives crisis and raise awareness of the possible precursors of violence, stalking and harassment.

Discover Flagstaff — It’s Spooky Season! – Flagstaff Happenings

by Community Contributor • October 17, 2025 • Comments Off

Autumn Elevated Eats & Music Series

Arizona Snowbowl

Autumn Elevated Eats & Music Series brings golden aspens, mountain dining, and live country music to Arizona Snowbowl this fall. 3:30 p.m.

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County fills gap in WIC from federal government shutdown

by Community Contributor • October 17, 2025 • Comments Off

COCONINO COUNTY — WIC recipients that rely on the Arizona Department of Health Services WIC (Women, Infants and Children) program will not go hungry in Coconino County due to the federal government shutdown.

“Good nutrition in the first years of life provides the foundation for a lifetime of health and learning,” said Patrice Hortsman, District 1 Supervisor and Board Chair. “The WIC program is vital for our most vulnerable residents and I’m proud that Coconino County can offer this temporary assistance.”

WIC is a federal program that provides healthy food for low-income pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers and young children. About 1,900 children in Coconino County count on WIC for daily nutrition.

The NAU Review — A stylish way to give back + recognizing Breast Cancer Awareness Month

by Community Contributor • October 16, 2025 • Comments Off

Give back at Sharon’s Attic

Looking to use some of your NAU volunteer hours this fall? Check out Sharon’s Attic Thrift Store, a nonprofit whose proceeds support transitional housing for people and families experiencing homelessness. Whether you’d like to exercise your creative muscles setting up a display or channel your inner Marie Kondo by helping to organize the store, your Axe of Service are appreciated at Sharon’s Attic.

Reservation still available for popular Celebraciones de la Gente Sugar Skull Decorating workshops Oct. 25, 26

by Community Contributor • October 15, 2025 • Comments Off

Workshops fill quickly. Get your reservations in now!

FLAGSTAFF — Join us for Sugar Skull Decorating during Celebraciones de la Gente (Oct. 25-26) and take part in a cherished Día de los Muertos tradition. Sugar skulls (calaveras de azúcar) are colorful, whimsical confections that celebrate the lives of loved ones who have passed. Made from sugar and decorated with bright designs, they symbolize the sweetness of life and are often placed on ofrendas (altars) or shared as gifts. Far from somber, these joyful creations bring warmth, memory, and celebration to the season.

Master decorators will be on hand to help you adorn your own sugar skull to take home. The Sugar Skull Decorating workshops are perfect for kids and adults. You must purchase a $10 ticket in advance for each participant.

Admission to Celebraciones de la Gente is an additional fee.

Coconino Community College to present course on ‘Exploring Flagstaff’s Latino Heritage and Community’ with Eva Barraza on Oct. 23 and 30

by Community Contributor • October 15, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — Dive into the rich and diverse stories of the Latino communities — Mexican, Basque, Spanish, Chicano — that have shaped the vibrant tapestry of Flagstaff. This interactive course offers a dynamic introduction to the people, traditions, industries, and historic sites that have played a vital role in the city’s development.

This course meets on four Thursdays from 3:30 to 5 p.m.: Oct. 9, 16, 23, 30. $40 registration fee.

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future (F3) — City Council rejects harmful last minute changes to Flagstaff’s Final Regional Plan

by Community Contributor • October 15, 2025 • Comments Off

F3 is happy to report that on October 9 City Council unanimously chose to reject two Conditions of Approval that would have had negative impacts on the Core Priorities of the Regional Plan and render the Plan out of compliance with Flagstaff’s 2021 Carbon Neutrality Plan.

Your action in response to F3’s October 5th Action Alert resulted in the City receiving 80 letters of concern from the public about these two issues! Many thanks to NAZCCA and Dara Marks Marino for sending alerts to their contacts as well.

New Art Classes and Workshops at Sedona Arts Center

by Community Contributor • October 15, 2025 • Comments Off

From ceramics and painting to photography, encaustics, and more — our upcoming classes and workshops offer something for every artist. Whether you’re just starting out or ready to expand your skills, join us in the studio or online and be part of Sedona’s creative community.

Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library Weekly Happenings 10/13/25

by Community Contributor • October 13, 2025 • Comments Off

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Discover Flagstaff — Science Day & Open House at the Museum of Northern Arizona on Sept. 27

by Community Contributor • September 26, 2025 • Comments Off

Join us at the Museum for Science Day. FREE admission all day! 10 a.m. Free.

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Grand Canyon National Park announces partial reopening of North Rim on Oct. 1 Following Dragon Bravo Fire

by Community Contributor • September 25, 2025 • Comments Off

The partial reopening will include Highway 67 to the W1 road, (approximately at mile marker 11), and the Cape Royal Road, providing access to both Point Imperial and Cape Royal. Additionally, Fire Point and Swamp Ridge will reopen. These areas will be open daily from official sunrise to official sunset. No overnight use is permitted on the North Rim with the exception of Swamp Point and Fire Point. Open areas will remain accessible through Nov. 30, 2025, or until the first major snowfall, whichever occurs first.

Grand Canyon Weekly Wrap-up: September 22-26, 2025

by Community Contributor • September 25, 2025 • Comments Off

In 2024, 4.9 million visitors to Grand Canyon National Park spent an estimated $905 million in local gateway regions while visiting the park. These expenditures supported a total of 8,780 jobs, $393 million in labor income, $698 million in value added, and $1.1 billion in economic output in local gateway economies surrounding Grand Canyon National Park.

Flagstaff Festival of Science — The Festival of Science – Thursday Offerings!

by Community Contributor • September 25, 2025 • Comments Off

Just a snapshot of Thurs, September 25th:

Check out this presentation offered both in person and online! ” Following the Sun and Moon on a Petroglyph Calendar Panel” explores a unique site where shadow lines and light daggers interacting with certain petroglyph elements mark significant cultural events in the Hopi calendar. Attend in person at the East Flagstaff Community Library, 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Attendee favorite, “The Flagstaff Star Party” returns for 3 nights, starting today! Enjoy twilight talks–short, engaging presentations by astronomers who share fascinating facts about the night sky and look through powerful telescopes! 6:00 – 10:00 p.m. at Buffalo Park.

Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra’s Season 76 opens with Fanfares & Fireworks on Sept. 26

by Community Contributor • September 25, 2025 • Comments Off

September 26, marks the first notes of a new season for Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra—and we’d love to see you there! Fanfares & Fireworks opens a year of music that celebrates beauty, bold journeys, and thrilling triumphs. Tomorrow night’s concert begins at 7:30 PM in Ardrey Memorial Auditorium.

Reserve your seats today, and share the excitement of Season 76’s opening night with us. We can’t wait to see you there!

Coalition joins partners at 2025 Science in the Park. More events to come

by Community Contributor • September 24, 2025 • Comments Off

By the Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth

FLAGSTAFF — From geology to rocket science and everything in between, young people had a wide variety of hand-on activities to enjoy and learn from at the 2025 Snook Science in the Park presented on Sept. 20 by the Flagstaff Festival of Science.

More than 50 exhibitor booths crowded Wheeler Park in downtown Flagstaff as children had a wide variety of activities to choose from.

Some of them ranged from Arizona Science Center, Arizona State Parks and Trails, CCC&Y, Coconino Community College, the Coconino Astronomical Society, Coconino High School’s CocoNuts Robotics, Flagstaff Fire Dept., Flagstaff Model Railroad Club, Momentum Aerial, the Museum of Northern Arizona, Northern Arizona University, Tynkertopia, to the U.S. Geological Survey.

Sedona Arts Center — The Ceramics Department at SAC

by Community Contributor • September 24, 2025 • Comments Off

Discover the joy of working with clay at Sedona Arts Center!
Our ceramics program welcomes all levels to explore, experiment, and create in a supportive community. With guidance from studio manager Ben Roti, instructors Lolo Howe and John Post, plus visiting guest artists, you’ll gain hands-on experience in both traditional and contemporary techniques. Join us for a class or workshop and see where your creativity takes you!

The NAU Review — Relive a tree-rific Family Weekend at NAU!

by Community Contributor • September 23, 2025 • Comments Off

Building bikes for local children, a fun-filled block party and casino night and a record-making football game that included a Hail Mary pass in the final seconds of the first half—Lumberjacks know how to do Family Weekend right! NAU Social was out over the weekend to capture all the fun.

Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library Happenings 9/22/25

by Community Contributor • September 22, 2025 • Comments Off

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