Community Calendar

A morning walk through the gardens learning about the plants that call the Colorado Plateau home.

Join our knowledgeable Arboretum staff on a morning walk through the gardens and explore the colorful varieties of native Northern Arizona wildflowers. Please bring water, a camera, and a comfortable walking shoes. Limited to 15 participants.

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/

We invite you to volunteer at Riordan Mansion State Historic Park!

The duplex-style Riordan Mansion remains one of the finest examples of American Arts and Crafts-
style architecture open to the public today. Designed by the architect of the impressive El Tovar Hotel
at the Grand Canyon, Charles Whittlesey, the homes were built in 1904 with indoor plumbing, hot
and cold running water, central heat, and electric lights, reflecting the most modern technology and
design of the time.
Seen by guided tour only, the interiors of the Riordan family homes look essentially as they did in 1904.
The homes showcase original family belongings including fine examples of early Stickley furniture.

Volunteer opportunities available include Front Desk, Interpretive Tours, Grounds and Maintenance services.

Help us preserve history, learn and share the story of Flagstaff.

Contact the Park at 928-779-4395 for more information.

Improvised theater! This one-hour show consists of 6 Mainstage castmembers. The audience will experience games, scenes and stories all made up moment to moment - the stakes are high, but the humor is... high-larious. Please don't use that as a barometer.

Find us across from Rito's Restaurant at the Mesa Riverview shopping center:

1061 N Dobson Rd Ste 114, Mesa AZ

For more information, please visit www.bridgeimprovtheater.com

*Please bring a copy of your email confirmation and/or a copy of your ID upon arrival to the show. All event tickets are non-refundable. You may be able to transfer your ticket to another event, subject to availability.

Join us for our 28th year! "See your neighbors. Meet your farmers. Know your food." The Prescott Farmers Market takes place Saturdays from 7:30am to 12:00pm at 900 Iron Springs Road (Dignity Health, YRMC Miller Valley lot at Iron Springs/Miller Valley) from April 5, 2025 through October 25, 2025. This market hosts local farmers, ranchers and food and craft vendors each week. Customers can find fresh specialty produce, meat, eggs, bread, baked goods, delicious ready-to-eat foods and more. As a vital part of the economy, the mission of Prescott Farmers Market is to support and expand local agriculture, cultivate a healthy community and increase access to affordable local food. We accept cash, credit, debit and DOUBLE EBT/SNAP benefits and issue coupons for WIC/CSFP! *Pets/support dogs are not allowed at the market. ADA service animals specifically trained to aid a person with a disability are always welcome. For more information visit www.prescottfarmersmarket.org.

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.

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.