Category: Family

Cinco de Mayo in Northern Arizona

By Frank X. Moraga • AmigosNAZ It’s Cinco de Mayo weekend and folks are getting ready to celebrate and recognize the holiday in their own way. For some, the holiday is just another reason to head to the local bar and…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for May 2

COCONINO COUNTY— Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News Science Saturday: Rio de Flag Bubble Palooza! Star Wars Team…

May 20-21 — Sunnyside Neighborhood Association of Flagstaff to present 22nd annual Fiesta de Mayo Celebration

This year marks the 22nd Anniversary of the Fiesta de Mayo Celebration! The annual Fiesta del Mayo Celebration is one of Northern Arizona’s premier cultural attractions honoring and promoting the importance of history, diversity and cultural harmony. The Fiesta de…

May 15 — CCC&Y to present annual board and member meeting at the Flagstaff Aquaplex

Honorable Judge McCullough to speak about Coconino Juvenile Court Hon. Judge Margaret McCullough. Courtesy photo The Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth Annual Board and Member meeting will be held from noon to 1:30 p.m. Monday, May 15 at the…

May 6 — Flagstaff Main Library Celebrates 30th Anniversary

FLAGSTAFF — On May 9, 1987, Flagstaff celebrated the grand opening of the new library building located at 300 W. Aspen Avenue. The Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library is inviting the community to commemorate the 30th Anniversary this Saturday, May 6, 2017 from 10:30 a.m. to…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for May 23

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News CCC&Y’s Williams Child Abuse Council Awarded its First…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for April 27

Click here to see the latest newsletter.   Resources for Parents 2017 Summer Youth Camps CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates April, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events April, Page Public Library announces upcoming events April, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming events April 28, Deadline…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for April 25

COCONINO COUNTY— Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News   Miss Cleo’s Tea Party Do you have a candidate…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for April 20

Click here to see the latest newsletter.   Resources for Parents 2017 Summer Youth Camps CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates April, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events April, Page Public Library announces upcoming events April, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming events April 28, Deadline…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for April 13

Click here to see the latest newsletter.   Resources for Parents 2017 Summer Youth Camps CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates April, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events April, Page Public Library announces upcoming events April, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming events April 28, Deadline…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for April 11

COCONINO COUNTY— Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News Scenic Chairlift Rides at Arizona Snowbowl Finding Dory Family Movie…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for April 4

Click here for the latest newsletter.   In This Issue Support F3’s Social Justice Work on Arizona Gives Day Tomorrow, 4/4 Get Involved Nominations Being Accepted for F3 Social Justice Advocate Award Join the Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation

Sunnyside Market of Dreams to present next ‘Farm Fresh Produce’ on April 26

FLAGSTAFF — The Sunnyside Market of Dreams / Mercado de Sueños will present its next ‘Farm Fresh Produce’ event from 2 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 26 at 2304 N. 3rd St., Flagstaff. The market is partnering with the Church for the Nations — Flagstaff…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for March 28

COCONINO COUNTY— Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News Foster Parent Orientation Full STEAM Ahead! Diabetes Gourmet Tasting and…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for March 23

Click here to see the latest newsletter.   Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates March, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events March, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events March, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events March, Tuba City Public Library announces…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for March 30

Click here to see the latest newsletter.   Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates April, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events April, Page Public Library announces upcoming events April, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming events April 2 — State Budget hearing concerning…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for March 14

COCONINO COUNTY— Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News Kids Bowl Free! Meet with a Doula Hullabaloo Beauty and…

Register Now for the March 30th “2017 Child Abuse Prevention Luncheon and Conference”

 Purchase 2017 Child Abuse Prevention Conference or Luncheon Tickets In recognition of April as Child Abuse Prevention Month, CCC&Y will present the 2017 Annual Child Abuse Prevention Conference and Luncheon — “Strengthening Ourselves, Families and Communities,” at the Little America, Flagstaff March 30th, 2017.Claire Louge, of Prevent…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for March 9

Click here to see the latest newsletter.   Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates March, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events March, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events March, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events March, Tuba City Public Library announces…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for March 7

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News Night at the Museum: Meteor Crater–The People Behind the Attraction…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for April 4

COCONINO COUNTY— Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News Registration open for Page Early Childhood Fair on April 8…

March 11 — Keeping Flagstaff Together to hold full-day training session

FLAGSTAFF — Keeping Flagstaff Together will hold full-day training session on Saturday, March 11 at Killip Elementary School, 2300 E. 6th Ave., Flagstaff. The group held its first meeting at Killip on Feb. 18 with Tucson attorney Cowan talking about the successful…

March 12 — Latino Genealogy and Preservation Workshop to be held at East Flagstaff Library

FLAGSTAFF — A Latino Genealogy and Preservation Workshop will be held from 1:30 to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 12 at the East Flagstaff Library, 3000 N. 4th St., Suite 5, Flagstaff. Join us and learn how to be a “Community Archivist” by…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Feb. 28

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News Donate to the Child Abuse Prevention Fund on your Taxes!…

Latino News Notes: Latinos divided about their place in America after Trump’s election

By the Pew Research Center Click here for the entire newsletter Hispanics are divided about their place in America after Trump’s election. A growing share says the situation of U.S. Latinos is worsening, and about half worry they or someone they know might be…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Feb. 21

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News Wild Child Kids Books Free Tax Prep! AZ GIS Education…

Registration open for annual CCC&Y Child Abuse Prevention Conference on March 30

FLAGSTAFF — Registration is now open for annual Child Abuse Prevention Conference from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, March 30. The conference is presented by the Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth. Individual registration is $95, or $75 for CCC&Y…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Feb. 14

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News Spring Break Circus Camp Flagstaff’s Early Childhood Fair 2017 Child…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Feb. 9

Click here to see the latest newsletter.   Upcoming Dates February, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events February, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events February, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events February, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming events Feb. 2, Page Unified School District…

Guest commentary: Four tips to help prevent tooth decay in Arizona’s young kids

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month Flagstaff  — Parents and caregivers are the first defense in helping prevent tooth decay in Arizona’s youngest children. February is National Children’s Dental Health month, which promotes the benefits of good oral health. Left…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Feb. 7

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News Don’t Forget your Flu Shot! 4 Tips to Help Prevent…

Latino News Notes: American Immigration Council

New Immigration Court Directive Could Weaken Due Process The Trump administration released a memorandum this week–effective immediately–which orders the Department of Justice Executive Office for Immigration Review (which manages the immigration courts) to prioritize deportation hearings for certain groups, including…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Feb. 2

Click here to see the latest newsletter. Upcoming Dates February, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events February, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events February, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events February, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming events Feb. 2, Page Unified School District Health…

March 3 — The 5th Annual STEM Awards

You are Invited! The red carpet will unroll for the STEMmy’s on Friday, March 3rd at the Museum of Northern Arizona from 5 – 7 pm. Appetizers will be served. Last year’s STEM Teacher of the Year, Ted Komada, will reprise his inspirational “SciTalk” from the Festival of Science; Awards will…

March 6 — 4th Annual Flagstaff Community STEM Celebration to be held at NAU Skydome

By Flagstaff STEM City FLAGSTAFF — The 4th Annual Flagstaff Community STEM Celebration will take place from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, March 6 at the Northern Arizona University J. Walkup Skydome. This event is a Celebration of all things STEM in Flagstaff! All…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Jan. 31

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News Federal Child Abuse Numbers Climb Again Can Understanding…

It’s not too late to get a flu vaccination

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is reporting increased flu activity in many areas of the United States. According to the Arizona Department of Health Services, influenza activity is elevated in Arizona with nearly 1,800 cases reported across…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Jan. 26

Click here to see the latest newsletter.   Upcoming Dates January, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events January, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events January, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events January, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming events Feb. 2, Page Unified School District…

LULAC Statement on New Executive Orders on Border Wall and Sanctuary Cities

WASHINGTON, D.C. – President Trump (on Jan. 25) signed two controversial executive orders regarding the construction of a wall along the U.S.-Mexico border and penalties for sanctuary cities. The proposed wall would extend along the southern border and would cost as…

Seminars help CCC students apply for scholarships

FLAGSTAFF — It’s time for Coconino Community College future and current students to apply for scholarships for the 2017-18 academic year, and to get students ready, there will be two seminars to help. Learn about scholarship opportunities at CCC from Financial…

FUSD Governing Board meeting canceled for Jan. 24, district schools closed Jan. 25

FLAGSTAFF — Due to current road conditions the Flagstaff Unified School District Governing Board Meeting scheduled for tonight, January 24, 2017 is rescheduled for Tuesday January 31, 2017. Because of drifting snow, ice and impassable roadways & walkways, all FUSD schools…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Jan. 24

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News Save the Date! Child Abuse Prevention Conference! Holiday Star Fest…

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Jan. 23

FLAGSTAFF — Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update. Click here to see the latest newsletter. Greetings, On February 1-13th, the Oceanography Club will be selling Valentine’s Day Pops during lunch and after school.  Parents and students can also pre-order…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Jan. 19

Click here to see the latest newsletter.   Upcoming Dates January, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events January, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events January, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events January, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming events   Education Spotlight 6 ways…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Jan. 17

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News Foster Community, Kindness in the New Year Crazy 8s Club…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Jan. 12

Click here to see the latest newsletter. Upcoming Dates January, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events January, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events January, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events January, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming events   Education Spotlight   FUSD January…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Jan. 10

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News CCC&Y to keep you informed during 2017 legislative session Arizona…