Gazing into the vastness of the Grand Canyon, one can have the false sense that we are looking at something so ancient and expansive that it must be impervious to humans. While the Grand Canyon has been a natural wonder…
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Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for April 17 — CCC&Y recognized in top three of NAU’s Civic Service Institute 2019 GEMS awards
CLICK HERE for the entire e-newsletter Weekly NewsletterWednesday, April 17, 2019 Connections Spotlight CCC&Y recognized in top three of NAU’s Civic Service Institute 2019 GEMS awards The Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth received 3rd place in the non-profit category…
United Way of Northern Arizona update for April 12 — Q&A with Carol Dykes
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Q&A with Carol Dykes Carol Dykes is a 20-year veteran of United Way of Northern Arizona and has served as Vice President of the organization for several years. Last month, with the departure…
Sedona Arts Center update for April 11 — Final Call to Artists: Deadline April 15
Click here for the entire e-newsletter FINAL CALL TO ARTISTS : DEADLINE 4/15/19 15th Annual Sedona Plein Air Festival Announcing $10,000 in cash prizes! $5000 1st Prize! FINAL CALL TO ARTISTS DEADLINE 4/15/19 CLICK HERE TO APPLY – 2019 SPAF…
Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for April 11 — Arizona Snowbowl’s World’s Best Spring Break
Click here for the entire e-newsletter This Week’s Happening Highlights The Flagstaff CVB publishes Flagstaff 365 Happenings on a weekly basis to highlight local events happening in and around Flagstaff. It is distributed throughout Downtown Flagstaff, displayed in kiosks and storefronts,…
Sedona Arts Center update for April 11 — Art as Healer: A Unique Workshop with Jeanne Bessette
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Art as Healer: A Unique Workshop with Jeanne Bessette 4 days – May 14 – 17, 2019 “Everything is energy. We are made of energy…so it stands to reason that The art we…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for April 10 — 2019 Flagstaff Field of Hope Ceremony puts spotlight on April as Child Abuse Prevention Month
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, April 10, 2019 Connections Spotlight 2019 Flagstaff Field of Hope Ceremony puts spotlight on April as Child Abuse Prevention Month The always moving Field of Hope Dedication put a poignant focus on annual…
Williams honors 2019 Child Abuse Prevention Month with placement of 79 pinwheels at city’s pocket park
Photos by Frank X. Moraga ©2019 By the Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth Pinwheels twirled in the breeze as guest speakers spoke of the significance of April as Child Abuse Prevention Month during a ceremony held Saturday, April 6 at…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for April 8 — Testing This Week!
“Like” SMS PTO on Facebook Just a reminder – make sure your student gets a good night’s sleep and a good breakfast before testing this week! If you have any more questions feel free to reply to this email and…
2019 Field of Hope Ceremony puts spotlight on April as Child Abuse Prevention Month
Photos by Frank X. Moraga ©2019 Flagstaff, Coconino County proclamations, upcoming events in Williams and Flagstaff keep focus on child abuse prevention efforts By the Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth The always-moving Field of Hope Dedication put a poignant focus…
U.S. Rep. Tom O’Halleran update for March 4 — Bipartisan Violence Against Women Act Passed
Click here for the entire e-newsletter WEBSITE | MEET TOM | CONTACT | ISSUES | NEWSROOM | HELPING YOU Dear Friend, The first call I responded to as a young police officer involved domestic violence, and I will never…
Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for April 4 — First Friday ArtWalk, Downtown Flagstaff on April 5
Click here for the entire e-newsletter This Week’s Happening Highlights The Flagstaff CVB publishes Flagstaff 365 Happenings on a weekly basis to highlight local events happening in and around Flagstaff. It is distributed throughout Downtown Flagstaff, displayed in kiosks and…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for April 3 — NAU Starts a New Climate Action Plan
In This Issue -NAU Climate Action Plan -Flagstaff Climate Action and Adaptation Plan Update -Council Upholds P&Z Veto of new Cell Tower on Eastside -Community Involvement this Week Donate Now NAU Starts a New Climate Action Plan NAU held a…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for April 1 — Next PTO meeting is April 17
Mustang Roundup – April 1, 2019 “Like” SMS PTO on Facebook Thanks for sharing your feedback and ideas with us at the popcorn event a few weeks ago. Here’s a few updates on some of the requests: a NASA speaker…
CHAC honors Purple Heart recipients, community and student leaders at 2019 César E. Chávez Community Recognition Breakfast
Photos by Frank X. Moraga & Richard Eaton ©2019 AmigosNAZ FLAGSTAFF— Area Purple Heart recipients and their family members received a well-deserved community recognition, while a representative from the Cesar Chavez Foundation recounted the organization’s past while outlining the…
United Way of Northern Arizona update for March 29 — VITA Volunteer Spotlight: Cynthia Mackin
Click here for the entire e-newsletter VITA Volunteer Spotlight: Cynthia Mackin The story that sticks out for VITA volunteer Cynthia Mackin this year happened a couple of weeks ago, when a brother and sister in their early 20s came in…
NAU News update for March 29 — Flinn Foundation funds NAU microbiologist’s study to address health disparities through novel therapeutic for asthma
NAU Friday, March 29 Flinn Foundation funds NAU microbiologist’s study to address health disparities through novel therapeutic for asthma Although there is no cure, Emily Cope launched a two-year clinical study to determine whether adding low-cost prebiotic soluble fiber…
KNAU update for March 29 — Arizona Opera This Sunday
Click here for the latest KNAU news KNAU Insider – March 29th, 2019 This week’s eNews is brought to you by: Pledge Drive Lite! We’ve had a strong start to the first week of Pledge Drive Lite! We are 62%…
Museum of Northern Arizona update for March 29 — The Story of Tim’s Cave
March comes to an end this weekend, and with it the exhibition Pivot: Skateboard Deck Art. If you, or someone you know, hasn’t seen it, or if you want to get one last look at all that vibrant and diverse…
Sedona Arts Center participating in #AZGivesDay on April 2
Click here for the entire e-newsletter April 2, 2019 is the big day! #AZGivesDay April 2, 2019 is a big day — save the date! We’ll be participating in #AZGivesDay, a 24-hour day of statewide giving, and would appreciate…
Antelope Point Marina continues to grow scholarships at CCC
FLAGSTAFF — Antelope Point Marina has donated another $20,000 to the Coconino Community College Foundation to support scholarships for CCC students. “Our workforce is primarily from the Navajo Nation, and Coconino Community College is beneficial to help creating opportunities for that…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for March 27 — Coconino County proclaims April 2019 as Child Abuse Prevention Month
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, March 27, 2019Connections Spotlight Coconino County proclaims April 2019 as Child Abuse Prevention Month Variety of events planned throughout region in recognition of April as Child Abuse Prevention Month. Spaces…
District 2 Supervisor Elizabeth ‘Liz’ Archuleta update for March 25 — APS Flagstaff Open House on March 28
Coconino County Government ELIZABETH “LIZ” ARCHULETA Supervisor, District 2 larchuleta@coconino.az.gov Phone: (928) 679-7162 Special Notice APS – 100 Days of Helping Dear Residents, I am sending this Special Notice to you and so you can help me share the news.…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for March 25 — Taking Nominations fo the 2019-2020 PTO Board
“Like” SMS PTO on Facebook If you have any more questions feel free to reply to this email and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can. Your SMS PTO This Week’s Newsletter Sponsored By… Your Business Can…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for March 20 — Spaces filling fast so RSVP soon for 2019 Child Abuse Prevention Conference and Luncheon on April 18
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, March 20, 2019 Connections Spotlight More events planned in recognition of April as Child Abuse Prevention Month Spaces filling fast so RSVP soon for 2019 Child Abuse Prevention Conference…
District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler’s update for March 19 — 2019 Colorado Plateau Economic Development Symposium
March 19, 2019 Please take a moment to read some of the latest news and upcoming events within Coconino County and it’s surrounding areas. Feel free to share this e-newsletter and encourage others to sign up! Share Forward District 5 Highlights 2019 Colorado…
Sedona Arts Center update for March 19 — A Conversation with Deanne McKeown Thursday, March 21
Click here for the entire e-newsletter IN THE GALLERY: A Conversation with Deanne McKeown Thursday, March 21, 2019 : 5 – 6:30pm Known for her unique sense of playful narrative and the impeccable quality of her artwork Deanne joins…
Cheshire Park playground construction
FLAGSTAFF — The city of Flagstaff Parks and Recreation department will replace the playground structure at Cheshire Park next month. The park will be closed from April 1 – 29 for this work. Beginning April 1, Parks and Recreation will remove…
Coconino County Parks & Recreation update — Master Plan Survey Closes March 17
CONNECTING PEOPLE, CULTURES & COMMUNITIES MARCH, 2019 Master Plan Survey Closes Mar. 17 Master Plan Survey Have you filled out the Parks & Recreation Master Plan Survey yet? Go to http://www.ccprsurvey.org/open. It only takes a few minutes. These are Your…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for March 18 — Spring Break This Week — March 18-22
“Like” SMS PTO on Facebook If you have any more questions feel free to reply to this email and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can. Your SMS PTO This Week’s Newsletter Sponsored By… Your Business…
District 2 Supervisor Elizabeth ‘Liz’ Archuleta update for March 15 — Spring, National Women’s History Month
Coconino County Government ELIZABETH C. ARCHULETA Supervisor, District 2 District 2 News & Updates HAPPY SPRING! The official first day of Spring is March 20, 2019 and it is is coming in like a Lion with the record breaking snow…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for March 13 — Variety of events scheduled in recognition of April as Child Abuse Prevention Month
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, March 13, 2019 Connections Spotlight Variety of events scheduled in recognition of April as Child Abuse Prevention Month In recognition of April as Child Abuse Prevention Month, the following…
Coconino Community College update for March 8 — A quick word from the President
Coconino Community College’s Stellar Newsletter Sharing the news throughout northern Arizona about what’s happening at your Community College. Coconino Community College: Education that works for you. Visit our website A quick word from the President “Diverse” is a powerful word to…
KNAU update for March 8 — Daylight Savings and a New Season of Symphony Night
Click here for the latest KNAU news Support Your Public Radio! Popular KNAU Links Like us on Facebook On-Air Schedule Follow us on Twitter Local Events Calendar Current News Stories Support KNAU! KNAU Insider prEview – March 8th, 2019 Daylight…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for March 6 — Apollo 16 astronaut will be keynote speaker for 10-day Flagstaff Festival of Science celebration Sept. 20-29
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, March 6, 2019 Connections Spotlight Apollo 16 astronaut will be keynote speaker for 10-day Flagstaff Festival of Science celebration Sept. 20-29. Applications are open to host a program for the…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for March 6 — Fracking with our Water Supply, City Planning Goals for 2019
In This Issue -Update on Fracking Near City Water Supplies -Downtown Master Plan is Being Proposed -Planning and Zoning Goals for 2019 -Community Involvement this Week Donate Now Update on Fracking Near City Water Supplies Last evening, F3 showed…
First Things First March Parenting Newsletter
March 2019 Children’s books open a world of words and ideas Read Across America celebrates the birthday of Dr. Seuss and encourages everyone to pick up a book and read with a child. No one knows more about children’s books…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for March 5 — Congrats to our Contest Winners
“Like” SMS PTO on Facebook School Dance March 8th 5:30 to 7, dance ends *promptly* so please be ready to pick up your child. Don’t forget your lanyards! If you have any more questions feel free to reply to this…
KNAU update for March 1 — Possible Solar Outages
Click here for the latest KNAU news Support Your Public Radio! Popular KNAU Links Like us on Facebook On-Air Schedule Follow us on Twitter Local Events Calendar Current News Stories Support KNAU! KNAU Insider prEview – March 1st, 2019 Possible…
Community asked to take Coconino County Parks & Recreation Online Survey
Master Plan Update February 27, 2019 Take the survey Shape Your Parks, Your Future We need your input! The Master Plan Survey is now available online. Earlier this month, a random sample of Coconino County households received a survey through…
District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler’s update for Feb. 25 — Supervisors unveil of the Grand Canyon Centennial Protection Act of 2019
February 26, 2019 Please take a moment to read some of the latest news and upcoming events within Coconino County and it’s surrounding areas. Feel free to share this e-newsletter and encourage others to sign up! Share Forward District 5 Highlights A Big…
Sedona Arts Center update for Feb. 26 — Two Expansive Exhibitions
Sedona Arts Center Hosts Two Expansive Exhibitions Artists Receptions March 1, from 5 to 8pm Sedona Arts Center proudly presents two brilliant exhibitions this spring. The March collection of artists in the Fine Art Gallery features bronze sculptures by Deanne…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Feb. 25 — PTO meeting this Wednesday
“Like” SMS PTO on Facebook PTO MEETING THIS WEDNESDAY! Hope to see many of you at the PTO meeting this week! If you have any more questions feel free to reply to this email and we’ll get back to you…
Coconino County, Flagstaff declare State of Emergency for record setting storm. See related regional snow storm information here
Most County Offices close through the weekend in response COCONINO COUNTY — The Coconino County Board of Supervisors are expected to affirm a State of Emergency Declaration on Tuesday, Feb. 26. due to the major snow storm that started late…
The Literacy Center update for Feb. 20 — Mountain Spelling Bee Bash, Arizona Tax Credits, and Volunteer Opportunities!!
It’s that time of year… Mountain Spelling Bee Bash, Arizona Tax Credits, and Volunteer Opportunities!! 23rd Annual Mountain Spelling Bee Bash Save the Date and get ready for the F-U-N! The 23rd Annual Mountain Spelling Bee Bash will be April 25th…
First Things First update for Feb. 20 — Veteran FTF Board members lauded for their expertise, insight and visionary leadership
News and happenings about First Things First February 2019 Veteran FTF Board members lauded for their expertise, insight and visionary leadership This year, three long-serving FTF Board members will complete their terms of service: Ruth Solomon, Gayle Burns and Nadine Mathis…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for Feb. 20 — CAA opinion: Arizona Needs to Break Down Barriers Blocking Support for Kinship Families. See related stories here
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019 Connections Spotlight CAA opinion: Arizona Needs to Break Down Barriers Blocking Support for Kinship Families. See related stories here All children who live in foster care…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Feb. 18 — We want to See You at This Month’s PTO Meeting on Feb. 27
“Like” SMS PTO on Facebook Hope to see many of you at the PTO meeting this week! If you have any more questions feel free to reply to this email and we’ll get back to you as soon as we…
Expect More Arizona — A Big Win For Arizona’s Multilingual Students
A Big Win For Arizona’s Multilingual Students Aside from Arizona’s 107th Birthday, we have something big to celebrate – Senate Bill 1014 (and House Bill 2184) passed unanimously and was officially signed into law by Governor Ducey (Feb. 14). This…
Summer ramada reservations available for County Parks
Coconino County Parks and Recreation will begin accepting summer ramada reservations on Feb. 19, 2019. There are 11 ramadas at four County parks available for rent. Ramadas are for hosting parties, reunions and get-togethers. They are available for rent seven…
KNAU update for Feb. 15 — States Weigh Bills Addressing Native Deaths, Disappearances
Click here for the latest KNAU news Support Your Public Radio! Popular KNAU Links Like us on Facebook On-Air Schedule Follow us on Twitter Local Events Calendar Current News Stories Support KNAU! KNAU Insider prEview – February 15th, 2019 States Weigh…
Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for Feb. 13 — Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra’s Masterworks IV, Ardrey Auditorium Feb. 15
Click here for the entire e-newsletter This Week’s Happening Highlights The Flagstaff CVB publishes Flagstaff 365 Happenings on a weekly basis to highlight local events happening in and around Flagstaff. It is distributed throughout Downtown Flagstaff, displayed in kiosks and…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for Feb. 13 — Registration now open for Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth’s 2019 Annual Child Abuse Prevention Conference on April 18
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2019 Connections Spotlight Registration now open for Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth’s 2019 Annual Child Abuse Prevention Conference on April 18 FLAGSTAFF— In recognition of…
United Way of Northern Arizona update for Feb. 12 — 2019 Recognition Event
Click here for the entire e-newsletter You are cordially invited to the United Way of Northern Arizona Recognition Event. We’ll be gathering at the Little America Hotel on Wednesday, March 6 at 11:30 am to celebrate YOU, our wonderful…
LAUNCH Flagstaff report recommends expanding preschool in Flagstaff
FLAGSTAFF — When her son Demitrius was 3 years old, Kate Maragos felt guilty. As a mom of three, a Sunday school teacher, a volunteer and a long-term placement foster mom, Maragos was stretched thin. “Honestly I didn’t have much left…
Museum of Northern Arizona update for Feb. 8 — Last Chance to See Transcending Duality. Ends Feb. 10
Bring the kids or grandkids to MNA at 2 pm Saturday for some fishy fun. While you’re at it, sign them up for a week of fun at spring break camp. And if you haven’t seen the exhibition of Santa…
Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for Feb. 7 — GORE-TEX Kahtoola Uphill, Arizona Snowbowl Fremont Restaurant & Bar on Feb. 9
Click here for the entire e-newsletter This Week’s Happening Highlights The Flagstaff CVB publishes Flagstaff 365 Happenings on a weekly basis to highlight local events happening in and around Flagstaff. It is distributed throughout Downtown Flagstaff, displayed in kiosks and…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for Feb. 6 — Nominations now open for 18th Annual Arizona Out-of-School Time Awards of Excellence
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2019 Connections Spotlight Nominations now open for 18th Annual Arizona Out-of-School Time Awards of Excellence The Arizona Center for Afterschool Excellence is seeking nominations for the “2019 Arizona…
Sedona Arts Center update for Feb. 6 — Art Workshops at Sedona Arts Center
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Art Workshops at Sedona Arts Center Workshops offer an intensive experience that will provide inspiration and information to distill and practice for months and even years afterwards. A wide variety of disciplines and…
District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler’s update for Feb. 5 — Registration is open for Colorado Plateau Economic Development Symposium on March 7
February 5, 2019 Please take a moment to read some of the latest news and upcoming events within Coconino County and it’s surrounding areas. Feel free to share this e-newsletter and encourage others to sign up! Share Forward District 5 Highlights Registration is…