Apr 18 Thursday
NACA's Reach Ur Life and Behavioral Health teams hold a virtual bereavement support group, one for adults, and one for youth and adolescents, for individuals wanting gentle support in a group setting, with a focus on healing through grief.
These support groups are FREE for all who are interested in participating. The Healing Circle groups will be hosted via Zoom, but meetings can be changed to in-person, once there is consistent participation
To sign up for the Healing Circle groups, please contact Shoshana James at sjames@nacainc.org or by phone at (928) 526-2968 ext.168
Apr 20 Saturday
Do you like sauerkraut, kimchi, ginger beer, or chocolate? One thing they all have in common is that they are products of fermentation. Whether you are looking to preserve your garden harvest or learn new ways to make healthy and flavorful food, this workshop is perfect for learning about basic fermentation techniques and the scientific basis behind the process. Join Mike Dechter for a morning of learning, tasting homemade fermented foods, and getting some hands on experience making your very own creation to take home. This class will show you everything you need to know to confidently ferment your own food at home.
Cost: $30/participant or $25/Willow Bend members
Click here to register.
Apr 21 Sunday
“Positive Knowledge” is a performance duo that features multi-instrumentalist Oluyemi Thomas (bass clarinet, saxophones and percussion) and Ijeoma Thomas (voice and percussion).Their compositions emerge from a long, intense, and ongoing involvement with American improvisational and jazz traditions, as reconfigured through their participation in the musical life of other cultures. Both performers have undertaken extended musical travels, in sub-Saharan and northern Africa, the Middle East, and South America (particularly Brazil), as well as Europe and North America. For many listeners, their performances themselves resemble a journey, though not to any known places. The works of “Positive Knowledge” undertake an ecstatic quest of the spirit, seeking the uncommon sounds of sense, correspondence, and borderless harmony. While in Flagstaff, the duo will collaborate with NAU students and Flagstaff community members in various events, including this featured concert at Coconino Center for the Arts. This residency is supported by a generous contribution from John and Lynn Schiek.
This program usually begins with a presentation in the theater on the prehistoric Sinagua Culture of the Verde Valley followed by a guided walk pointing out various archaeological features visible from park trails. This program is included in park entrance fees but space is limited and reservations are REQUIRED. Reservations can be made starting the first day of the month by calling the park at 928-282-6907. Participants must bring water and wear suitable footwear.
Apr 22 Monday
Join us for a rare opportunity to enjoy the moonrise and sunset from an overlook and return by the light of the moon while learning about the natural world and the Sedona area. The program is 2 1/2 hours and covers a distance up to 2 1/2 miles. A $15 registration fee is required per person for this after-hours program. Participants must arrive at least 30 minutes before the hike start time to ensure participation. Bring suitable clothing (prepare for cool nights), closed toe shoes, water, and a flashlight. Reservations must be made prior to the date of the event by calling (928) 282-6907. Participants must be at least 12 years old.
Apr 25 Thursday
Join us on a tour of the Coconino County Elections Center!
We'll guide you through the entire election process, starting with ballot design, election equipment, and the role of Election Board workers in the process. We'll also explain how tabulation works. The tour will take you through the Elections Center, where you'll experience the process firsthand. Come with your questions and enthusiasm for democracy!
Register to have the tour address emailed to you the day before the event. Registration is required. Register at tiny.cc/electiontour
To request a reasonable accommodation for any type of disability, please call 928-213-2330. Three days prior notice is requested.
Apr 26 Friday
Want to learn to knit? Need help with a knitting project?
Starting March 22nd, members of the Fiber Artists of Northern Arizona Guild (FANA) will be available at the Downtown Library's Northwest Corner to teach beginners how to knit and help knitters who are stuck on a project.
Bring any supplies you have. We’ll also have extra supplies to get you started.
All skill levels welcome!
*Please note that in April, The Knitting Hour will be meeting at the East Flagstaff Community Library.*
Members of the Fiber Artists of Northern Arizona Guild (FANA) will be available to teach beginners how to knit and help knitters who are stuck on a project.
Apr 27 Saturday
Learning more about the native plants in the area is a great way to enhance any hike. Our volunteer naturalist explains how plant life is interconnected with indigenous cultures, pioneer settlers, and wildlife. This interpretive experience is approximately 2 hours long. Please bring water and wear suitable footwear. Reservations are encouraged. Reservations can be made starting the first day of the month by calling the park at 928-282-6907.
Apr 30 Tuesday
Join us for a captivating journey through time as we celebrate 75 years of the Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra.
From its humble beginnings in 1899 when a group of women, led by Emma Babbitt, sponsored programs in the opera house on the second floor of the Babbitt building, to becoming a cornerstone of cultural heritage in Northern Arizona, this talk explores the rich history, transformative performances, and enduring impact of the FSO. Delve into the stories behind the music, the visionaries who shaped its legacy, and the community that has cherished its music-making for generations. Though the orchestra changed its name several times over the past seventy-five years, its vision has remained the same: to share beauty and inspire joy; to create meaningful experiences for families, friends, and neighbors; and to help cultivate generations of artists, educators, and leaders through its music education programs.
About the Presenter:
Stephanie Stallings has dedicated over twenty years to crafting initiatives that foster community involvement, with a focus on creating enriching experiences involving art and music. Her professional journey includes notable roles with the Los Angeles County Arts Commission, Emerging Arts Leaders/Los Angeles, and the Folger Shakespeare Library. Stephanie assumed the role of Executive Director at the Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra in February 2022, leading the organization through a transformative period marked by a strategic plan aimed at revitalizing audience and community engagement after Covid-19.