Community Calendar

This event, known as parkrun, takes place every Saturday morning - same time, same place, same 5K distance. Run, walk, jog, walk the dog, push the grandchildren in a stroller, or volunteer - this event is free, for everyone, forever. It is an opportunity to get outside into the fresh air with a bunch of like-minded folks. It’s is worldwide. Every Saturday about 350,000 people all around the world are doing their own local parkrun. Visit our website and complete a one-time registration so your parkrun efforts can be recorded. Please JOIN US! See you on Saturday - we start at 7:30am.

Stop by the NACA Oak Creek Overlook Vista for beautiful & authentic Native American crafts! Our Artisans can also be found at the Grand Canyon Tusayan Museum!

The Overlook Vista is open daily from 8 AM to 4 PM, depending on the weather. Crafts that can be found at our Artisans' tables include jewelry, ornaments, pottery, sculptures and much more! Check out the Oak Creek Overlook Facebook and Yelp pages for more info and up-to-date hours.

If you have questions or would like general information, please contact Pearl Tsosie at (928) 526-2968 ext.135 or email her at ptsosie@nacainc.org

The Verde Valley Farmers’ Market is held on Saturdays from 8 to 11 in downtown Camp Verde. You can find the best local produce, baked goods, preserves, meat, nuts, and honey that the Verde Valley has to offer. This community market also has live music weekly and various events during the season. For more information, please visit the Verde Valley Farmers’ Market Facebook page. Buy local, eat fresh!
https://www.facebook.com/verdevalleyfarmersmarket/

Bird enthusiasts join a naturalist for a guided walk appropriate for beginner and advanced birders. The Audubon Society has designated Red Rock State Park as part of the Lower Oak Creek Important Birding Area (IBA) because of the many species that live or visit here. Please meet up with the leader on the viewing deck above the visitor center. This walk is included with your park entry fee.

Every morning, a volunteer naturalist leads a guided nature walk informing visitors about the different life zones of Red Rock State Park. The subjects discussed on this walk may include geology, wildlife, history, archeology, and plant life. The naturalists welcome questions during the walk, enhancing the learning experience. This walk is included with your park entry fee.

The Sharlot Hall Museum proudly announces the 27th Annual Prescott Indian Art Market (PIAM), a premier celebration of Native American art and culture, to be held on September 20–21, 2025. The event, located at 415 W. Gurley Street in downtown Prescott, will bring together over 60 top Native American artists, presenting a weekend rich with culture, creativity, and community.

Visitors will have the opportunity to view and purchase authentic, handmade artwork, including oil paintings, beadwork, pottery, and weaving, all rigorously juried to meet the high standards of the Indian Arts and Crafts Act of 1990. Each piece is a testament to the talent, skill, and cultural heritage of Native American artists.

The weekend will also include live music and dance performances, allowing guests to immerse themselves in the rich traditions of Native American culture. Art demonstrations and community art experiences will further engage visitors of all ages, promising an enriching experience on the museum’s historic grounds.

PIAM is the Sharlot Hall Museum’s Native American fine arts market, featuring Indigenous art, music, performances, demonstrations, and more. Over 80 top Native artists exhibit artwork in this juried show, showcasing art media ranging from oil painting and beadwork to pottery and weaving. The cost to get into the market is $10 and is free to members.

This year’s featured artist is Mona Laughin, a master weaver and a third-generation Navajo artist from Crystal, New Mexico. She is renowned for her stunning rugs that honor traditional weaving techniques while incorporating innovative designs and vibrant colors. Her work is inspired by her hometown’s well-known Crystal weaving style, but it also embraces regional and contemporary influences.

Mona’s artistry is deeply rooted in sustainability, as she uses wool that she raises and dyes herself from her family’s sheep farm. Her finely woven creations have earned her numerous awards, including the Zefren-M Textile Award and the Museum of Northern Arizona Spirit Award. Her rugs have been displayed at prestigious events such as the Smithsonian Native Art Market and the Santa Fe Indian Market, showcasing her exceptional craftsmanship.

In addition to her artistic accomplishments, Mona is a dedicated mentor and educator, committed to ensuring that the art of Navajo weaving thrives across generations. She has taught her six children and twelve grandchildren to weave, several of whom have become accomplished artists. Mona continues to nurture young talent through programs like the Reunion of the Masters Art Scholarship.

Learn more at laughingweavers.com.

On September 20th, the annual Science in the Park takes place at Wheeler Park in downtown Flagstaff. The fun is endless at our popular family science fair, where YOU are the scientist for the day! An ideal event for families, all booths will have hands-on activities for youth of all ages. Discover something new and interact with over 50 vendors from a variety of Flagstaff scientific institutions! 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. FREE!

The Artists' Coalition of Flagstaff FREE U.S. Military Veterans Art Program and Classes are available to ALL U. S. Military Veterans. Classes are led by long time professional local Flagstaff artists in many disciplines. For more information email acfexdir@gmail.com or visit flagstaff-arts.org/