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CITYSCAPE A COMPLETE GUIDE TO CITY OF FLAGSTAFF PROGRAMS, EVENTS & INFORMATION

Planning for an Efficient Transportation Network A complete guide to City of Flagstaff PROGRAMS, EVENTS & INFORMATION

FLAGSTAFF COMMUNITY FORUM

2016 BULK TRASH SCHEDULE

CITY CODE COMPLIANCE

Flagstaff City Council Mayor: Jerry Nabours Vice-Mayor: Celia Barotz Councilmembers: Karla Brewster Coral Evans Jeff Oravits Scott Overton Eva Putzova City Manager: Josh Copley Deputy City Managers: Barbara Goodrich Jerene Watson Send comments or suggestions to: Cityscape – City of Flagstaff 211 W. Aspen Ave. Flagstaff, AZ 86001 (928) 213-2061 kott@flagstaffaz.gov

Mayor Jerry Nabours

Councilmember Jeff Oravits

Vice-Mayor Celia Barotz

Councilmember Scott Overton

Councilmember Karla Brewster

Councilmember Eva Putzova

Councilmember Coral Evans

You may also contact the Executive Assistant to the Mayor & City Council, Meg Roederer at mroederer@flagstaffaz.gov

Elected to a two-year term in 2012 and reelected in 2014 jnabours@flagstaffaz.gov (928) 213-2015

Elected to a four-year City Council term in 2010 and reelected in 2014 cbarotz@flagstaffaz.gov (928) 213-2015

Elected to a four-year City Council term in 2008 and reelected in 2012 kbrewster@flagstaffaz.gov (928) 213-2015

Elected to a four-year City Council term in 2008 and reelected in 2012 cevans@flagstaffaz.gov (928) 213-2015

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Elected to a four-year City Council term in 2012 joravits@flagstaffaz.gov (928) 213-2015

Elected to a four-year City Council term in 2006 and reelected in 2010 and 2014 soverton@flagstaffaz.gov (928) 213-2015

Elected to a four-year City Council term in 2014 eputzova@flagstaffaz.gov (928) 213-2015

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Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation

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Is the El Niño winter giving you higher than normal energy bills? If your furnace is more than 15 years old its efficiency may be less that 70% and may actually be a hazard.

Insulation in most 10-15 year old houses is ½ of what it should be putting a strain on your heater trying to keep your home warm and comfortable. Does your house have

electrical or plumbing problems?

The City of Flagstaff operates an Owner Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Program funded by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development and the Arizona Department of Housing through which low-income and fixed-income homeowners can receive assistance with repairs to their homes. Projects are typically on older homes and generally address health and safety issues, but may also address accessibility and home efficiency. Costs for the projects range from a few thousand dollars up to $50,000 depending on the condition of the home and the available funding sources.

City Council Election Information Candidate packets are now available for anyone interested in running for Mayor or Councilmember in the Fall 2016 City of Flagstaff election. Completed documents must be filed with the City Clerk’s Office between May 2, 2016, and June 1, 2016.

Petitions will require a minimum of 771 signatures from registered voters.

Further information is available by contacting the City Clerk’s Office at 928.213.2076 or 213.2077 or visiting the City’s website at: www.flagstaffaz.gov/Election2016.

Goodbye & Happy Retirement!

We will miss you - but you’ll always be part of Team Flagstaff

Assistance is provided through a grant and zero interest deferred loans. Typical repairs include roofing, plumbing, heating and electrical systems that may pose a health or safety hazard to the occupant. Additional considerations are given for disability access and aging in place modifications, as well as energy efficiency items that may result in lower utility costs to homeowners. The program is also available to County residents.

For information on how you may qualify or how the program works, contact Housing Rehabilitation Specialist Rick Emry at 213-2747 or remry@flagstaffaz.gov

Deputy City Manager

Public Works Director

Jerene Watson

Erik Solberg

Thank you for sharing the vision, culture and leadership you attained through decades of commitment to public service.

Thank you for more than 35 years of service to this community and our organization.

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Vitality

New Convention & Visitors Bureau Director

Trace Ward recently joined the Economic Vitality Division in the position of Convention and Visitors Bureau Director to oversee the city’s tourism marketing and visitor services program.

Trace brings more than 25 years experience in the hospitality and destination marketing arena. His career includes senior level sales and marketing positions with iconic brands such as Starwood, Hilton and Marriott. In his last position he served as the Interim Executive Director for Experience Kissimmee, the destination marketing organization for Osceola County, Florida.

When he is not spending time strategizing on tourism development, Ward can be found playing tennis, hiking, skiing, traveling to new and exciting places or spending time with some of his 30 nieces and nephews.

Trace can be reached at tward@flagstaffaz.gov or 928-213-2921.

Flagstaff proclaimed Arizona’s Winter Wonderland

Arizona Governor, Doug Ducey, recently proclaimed Flagstaff to be Arizona’s Official Winter Wonderland. The Flagstaff Convention and Visitors Bureau worked with the Governor to obtain this recognition for the city and bring recognition of Flagstaff’s unique winter offerings which add to the diverse Arizona tourism experience. The proclamation states, “Flagstaff provides a unique experience within the state, receiving more than 100 inches of snowfall each winter providing a range of activities for residents and visitors.” This winter season follow #AZWinterWonderland to see stunning images of Flagstaff’s winter scenery and get up to date information for enjoying the winter season in the high country.

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2016 Flagstaff Visitor Guide Released

The Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) is pleased to announce the release of the 2016 Flagstaff Visitor Guide.

Each year the CVB staff works through the fall to design and produce a new updated version of the guide for distribution in January. This comprehensive travel resource is distributed at the Flagstaff Visitor Center and other visitor centers around the state, as well as at domestic and international trade shows and through tour operators and travel agents. To request a copy of the 2016 Visitor Guide, call 928-213-2951, visit www. flagstaffarizona.org or stop by the Flagstaff Visitor Center in the historic train station at One East Route 66.

A lway s Fly FLAGSTAFF F i rst

The Mother Road turns 90

2016 marks the 90th anniversary of the commissioning of Route 66. The Flagstaff CVB is spearheading local celebration efforts and has created special anniversary information at flagstaffarizona.org/route66. On the site visitors will find a list of “66 Kicks on Route 66” or 66 different things they can do on Route 66 in and around Flagstaff. Plans are also underway for a special event on November 11, 2016.

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Regional Plan Flagstaff Community Forum Launches

The City of Flagstaff has launched Flagstaff Community Forum (FCF), an online platform designed to engage citizens in a conversation about important local projects and issues.

City officials will use that public input to help guide their decision-making process.

The City aims to involve resident by using FCF to educate them about topics, so they can provide well-informed feedback and ideas.

"We want the public to be part of the process and large numbers of the public can be reached online," said Sara Dechter, Comprehensive Planning Manager for the city. "This is an incredibly effective way to engage residents to participate in the City’s decisions from the privacy and convenience of their own home."

Celebrating 37 Years!

AnnivErsAry Promotion Initiation Fees rolled back to opening day rates in 1979!*

Free guest daY: FebruarY 20, 2016 Membership includes: • 2 Clubs, 3 Pools, 4 Steamrooms, 6 Jacuzzis, 2 Kids Clubs, 9 Courts, State of the art weight and cardio equipment, plus much more!

• Personal Training, Massage Therapy, Physical Therapy and Tanning on site, small Group training

over 110 Group Fitness Classes a week including: • We offer 20 Yoga classes per week (included in your membership)

Recent topics on the Forum range from transportation planning to a prioritization of long range plans for the City. You can learn about current topics, read others’ responses, and share your own opinion at www.flagstaff.az.gov/fcf.

Registration is required before a response is made visible to the public. Any member of the public can see how a community conversation is taking shape and review participation results, which ensures transparency. Residents may also subscribe to receive updates every time a new topic is posted, or when there are updates about open topics.

The City encourages residents to take a few minutes to visit FCF, and be a part of the online conversation that will help shape the future of Flagstaff.

Peak Democracy, a non-partisan company based in California, developed the online platform. Its mission is to broaden civic engagement and build public trust in government. More than 100 other government agencies in the US, Canada and Australia are using the product, including Ann Arbor, MI; Palo Alto, CA; Saint Paul, MN; Salt Lake City, UT; Avondale, AZ and Tempe, AZ.

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AN EFFICIENT REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION NETWORK BENEFITS ALL OF US

Transportation touches every one of us on a daily basis. When it works efficiently you don’t give it a second thought. But when traffic backs up due to congestion or the time it takes to get across town increases or transit doesn’t go where or when you need it to, our everyday quality of life is impacted. The regional transportation system can also directly impact the local economy when goods cannot be delivered in a timely manner or customers find it too difficult to get to stores.

As the greater Flagstaff area continues to mature, how people and goods move throughout the region is critical.

The City is experiencing tremendous growth in the high-density residential and mixed use sectors. Northern Arizona University continues to grow and the tourist sector, especially winter tourism adds more traffic annually. One city councilmember observed last year, “We are rapidly changing from a small

town to a large town to a small city.” How can we grow and evolve our transportation system to align with this reality?

The Flagstaff Metropolitan Planning Organization (FMPO) has embarked on an update to the Regional Transportation Plan (RTP). The planning effort called Blueprint 2040 is intended to identify the transportation investments needed to support land use and economic development goals set forth in the Flagstaff Regional Plan 2030 (FRP30). The RTP will address a multimodal transportation system: roads, transit, bicycle facilities, the pedestrian realm, and freight movement. It will add details to the regional transportation system at the plan and policy level, bridging the gap between the aspirational policies of FRP30 and the transportation facility details contained in city and county engineering standards. Blueprint 2040, with input from the public and stakeholders, will determine how the various transportation modes work together to create a comprehensive regional transportation system in support of the region’s goals for land use, economic development, recreation, and the environment.

Get involved by visiting the project website called – MoveMeFLG www. movemeflg.com to learn about project activities or interim results and how to get involved. The website is the single portal for regional transportation interests. Specifically, the FMPO Blueprint 2040 Regional Transportation Plan and the NAIPTA Flagstaff Transit Spine Study can be found there and links to the Arizona Department of Transportation’s long range planning effort will be coming soon. The public recently completed a survey that linked the principals identified in the Flagstaff Regional Plan 2030 and Blueprint 2040 that will assist in developing the measures by which transportation projects will be prioritized.

Over the next year, there will be additional opportunities for the public to provide input on regional transportation studies as well as the state’s long range transportation plan. MoveMeFLG will be the website to find up-todate information about transportation within the greater Flagstaff region. For more information, contact David Wessel at FMPO 928-213-2650; dwessel@ flagstaffaz.gov.

City Procurement Recognized For the fifth consecutive year the National Procurement Institute has recognized the City’s procurement team with the 2015 Annual Achievement of Excellence in Procurement Award.

The City is one of only 14 agencies in the State and one of only 65 in the United States and Canada to receive the award.

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Changing the Sign Code Again!

In October 2014 the City Council adopted updated sign standards that made it easier for local businesses to use temporary signs to promote special sales or seasonal events. After a long process with lots of public input, we thought we were done and had found the right balance between promoting local businesses and preserving Flagstaff’s unique local character. But that was not to be because the US Supreme Court, in a landmark decision rendered in June 2015, fundamentally changed the way cities and towns should approach sign regulation. Here is a short summery of the case: Mr. Reed is the pastor of a small church, the Good News Community Church, whose Sunday services are held at various temporary locations within the Town of Gilbert, Arizona. As they do not have a fixed location, on Saturday mornings Pastor Reed posted signs bearing the name of the church and the time (typically 9:00 am) and location of the next day’s service. The signs were removed shortly after the church service.

directional, or advertising signs are all regulated in the same manner. Some key points from the Council’s December 8, 2015 work session in which some preliminary direction was provided to staff include: • No portable signs will be permitted in public right-of-way (both City and ADOT).

• No permit will be required for portable signs, except for wall banner signs.

• All portable signs may be displayed for an unlimited period of time and will not be required to be removed at the close of business. An exception is that wall banner signs may only be displayed for 30 days.

• An area limitation will be established to determine the maximum area of portable signs permitted in residential zones (16 sq. ft.) and non-residential zones (24 sq. ft.), which excludes the area of temporary window signs and wall banners (max. 24 sq. ft.).

• A Flagstaff Sign Free Zone as authorized under ARS § 16.1019 will be included in the Code within which no political signs may be placed.

Please contact Roger E. Eastman, AICP, at 928-213-2640, or via e-mail at reastman@FlagstaffAz.gov if you have questions on the proposed revisions to the Sign Code. A schedule of upcoming public meetings with the Planning and Zoning Commission and a draft of the Sign Code amendments is posted to the Zoning Code webpage – www.flagstaff.az.gov/zoningcode

The Town of Gilbert’s sign code prohibited the display of outdoor signs without a permit, except that 23 categories of signs were exempted. These included ideological signs, political signs and “temporary directional signs to direct the public to a church or other qualifying event”. In addition, each of these sign types had unique area limitations and time and placement restrictions, which meant that each sign type was regulated differently.

The church was cited by the Town of Gilbert for placing temporary directional signs in violation of the Town’s sign code standards. Specifically, the church was cited for exceeding the time limits for displaying its temporary directional signs and for failing to include an event date on the signs. Unable to reach an accommodation with the Town, the church filed suit claiming that the sign code abridged their freedom of speech. After losing his case in front of the Arizona District Court, and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, Pastor Reed sought review by the U.S. Supreme Court, which ruled in Mr. Reed's favor.

So what does this mean for the City of Flagstaff? The most important point is that all temporary signs (in future to be called “portable signs”) must be treated in the same way regardless of the message on the sign. In other words, the code must be content neutral so that, for example, political, ideological, 8

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Sustainability

Confused about recycling in Flagstaff?

The City of Flagstaff Sustainability Program is happy to introduce MyWaste to Flagstaff! MyWaste is an online interface and free smartphone app that will help answer all of your questions about recycling and waste collection in Flagstaff. Residents will be able to look up requirements for recycling, garbage, bulky trash, green and wood waste and subscription glass collection, all as it specifically applies to them. MyWaste quickly provides users with personalized collection calendars and can send email or phone reminders before scheduled pick-ups. Residents can sign up to receive notifications about changes in pickup days due to holidays or weather; and receive special notifications about upcoming City events.

Questions about what can and cannot be recycled in Flagstaff? MyWaste offers a “What Goes Where?” feature where residents can type in any household item and learn how to dispose of it. This section explains whether the item should be placed in the trash or recycling and what condition it needs to be in. “What Goes Where” also outlines bulk pickup, scheduled pick-up and drop off locations for each specific item.

Visit www.flagstaff.az.gov/ recycle to check out MyWaste or download the free app to your smartphone.

We’re Expanding our Hours!

Beginning February 1st, 2016, the Hazardous Products Center (HPC) will be expanding its residential hazardous waste drop-off hours. The HPC will now be accepting resident waste Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday 8:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. Business waste will continue to be accepted on Tuesdays and Thursdays by appointment only.

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Don’t throw it away - Get it fixed for free at the Fix-It-Clinic

On Saturday, April 2nd, 2016, the City of Flagstaff Sustainability Program will be hosting a Fix-it Clinic from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at Local Works. If you have a household item in need of repair, don’t trash it, fix it! Bring your small household appliances, clothing, electronics, and more to the Fix-it Clinic and a volunteer will help you repair it, extend its life and keep it out of the landfill. In past Fix-It Clinics, volunteers have helped repair 80% of all the items brought in including toys, lamps, electronics and clothing. Just bring your broken item to Local Works and we will provide the volunteers, tools and knowledge!

Local Works is located behind Hunan East at 1926 N. 4th St. Local Works is a workshop where people can design, build and create their ideas. This community workshop provides local craftsman, inventors, engineers, artists, and entrepreneurs with access to affordable design space.

If you're good at soldering, electronics repair, electrical repair, sewing, woodworking or general tinkering and you’d like to volunteer at the Fixit Clinic, please contact Libby Champagne at 928-213-2152. For more information, visit www. flagstaff.az.gov/fixit.

Lights Out Flagstaff Returns for a Third Year

The City of Flagstaff has begun planning efforts for the third year of Lights Out Flagstaff. This special event is a weekend celebration of Flagstaff's incredible night sky heritage and commitment to responsible energy consumption. The event offers an opportunity to celebrate our community’s dark sky character, to provide information about proper compliance with the lighting ordinance, and to encourage wise consumption of natural resources.

The event has been held the past two years during the same weekend as Earth Hour, an international event held annually to encourage individuals, communities, households, and businesses to turn off their non-essential lights for one hour as a symbol of their commitment to the planet. In Flagstaff, we commit to two full evenings of light reduction since we are a community with a special relationship to dark night skies. During these nights, community members and visitors also have opportunities to engage in astronomy activities, including telescope sin Heritage Square and an evening of fun at Lowell Observatory. Find out more at www.flagstaff.az.gov/lightsout.

How Much Energy Does it Take to Run the City?

The City operates and maintains more than 606,000 square feet of building space. It takes a lot of energy to keep these spaces warm, cool and lighted. Add in electronic devices and equipment and we're using a lot of electricity and natural gas. In 2014 our buildings used 50,218 megawatt hours of energy. That's 15% below our 2009 levels! This milestone was one of our Municipal Sustainability Plan goals, but we're not finished. We continue to identify ways to bring on more efficiencies and reduce consumption. For example, we recently upgraded the chiller at Jay Lively Ice Rink, replaced fluorescent lighting with LEDs, upgraded emergency lighting to LEDs, replaced pumps at the water treatment plants, and are conducting employee education.

We also offset our combined energy use use with renewable energy, which offsets nearly 10% of the City's annual energy consumption.

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Open Space Updates

Open Space staff are working on a number of projects to improve access and orientation throughout the City’s open space system, including Picture Canyon Natural and Cultural Preserve and Observatory Mesa Natural Area. Open Space staff has been working closely with the Arizona Game and Fish Department to update boundary signage at Observatory Mesa Natural Area to improve visitor experiences on the Mesa. Staff also plans to develop a Trail System Plan for the Mesa that utilizes existing trails and “social” trails. Open Space staff has also been working extensively with Pilkington Advertising Design to develop interpretive signage for Picture Canyon’s Outdoor Classroom, which provide information about ecology, archaeology, and wildlife biology specific to the area. The collection of signs will be unveiled in Spring 2016.

To stay updated on open space efforts in our community, follow our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/FlagstaffOpenSpace.

Residential Waste Limits at the Hazardous Products Center

Effective February 1st, 2016, a 40 gallon (400 pound) residential waste limit will be instituted at the Hazardous Products Center (HPC). In an effort to provide timelier customer service, HPC staff will only accept 40 gallons of waste per customer per day. Customers greatly exceeding the 40 gallon limit will be asked to schedule a waste drop-off appointment.

When disposing of hazardous waste at the HPC, please remember to package waste appropriately: All products should be in their original container or accurately labeled.

Containers should be leak-free with a secure cap or lid.

For more information regarding the newly instituted 40 gallon waste limit, or to view a complete list of accepted waste at the HPC, please visit www.flagstaff.az.gov/hpc or contact us at 928-213-2159. www.flagstaff.az.gov • WINTER 2016

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UTILITIES: Investing in our Community $4 million for Water and Sewer Improvements in the Historic Brannen Homes Area

periods, from the 1880’s into the 1930’s. Now referred to as the Southside Neighborhood, Brannen homes lies in the heart of Flagstaff and is among the very first settlements developed, originating over 100 years ago when the town was centered principally on the railroad line. A merchant from Prescott, P.J. Brannen, is recognized for developing the second town center, called “New Town”, as well as several other areas of Flagstaff. New Town was centered around Brannen’s merchant store that he built in 1883 across from the depot.

This is the building that came to be Joe’s Place and is now Majerle’s Sports Grill. About 10 years later, in 1894, Brannen recorded the “Brannen Addition”. Residences were built beginning in 1887 with many lots built up by 1935. The City has water and sewer lines in this area that date back to 1906 and 1919, respectively!

"O'leary Street in the Brannen Homes subdivision"

City Council recognizes that the Utilities Division’s highest priority is the public health and safety of our community. Council has approved funding towards replacement of aging water and sewer infrastructure in critical areas throughout the City. One of these areas is the historic Brannen homes area south of downtown (see map). Utilities plans to implement a multi-year, $4 million project with Phase I starting in Spring of 2016. Phase 1 will begin to make improvements to the water and sewer infrastructure and the reconstruction of the roadways and limited sidewalk, curb, gutter and driveways within the neighborhood.

The Utilities Division utilizes numerous criteria to determine when our infrastructure is in need of replacement. First, we hire engineering experts to help determine the current condition of our city-wide infrastructure and remaining useful life of each asset. Next, Utilities staff use a sophisticated hydraulic computer model to help find solutions to known operational problems and how best to redesign the underground water and sewer systems to ensure the quality service to our customers.

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"Streets outlined in black are included in the aging water and sewer infrastructure replacement project."

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THIS PROJECT VISIT: www.flagstaff. az.gov/utilitiesprojects. The National Register of Historic Places for Flagstaff dated March 19, 1986 provided the historical information for this article.

WINTER2016 Water Awareness Challenge

Did you know that April is Arizona’s Water Awareness month? April is less than two months away but it is a great month to be reminded about best practices both indoors and outdoors prior to the hot summer months.

The Utilities Water Conservation Program challenges your school, business or residence to take action and participate in the Water Awareness Challenge! Utilities will highlight the school, business, and residence that demonstrates the most creative implementation of the Arizona Water Awareness Month calendar of ideas, tips, resources and events into your daily routine. The Water Awareness Month calendar is available at www. waterawarenessmonth.com. Please visit our website at www.flagstaff.az.gov/water or call Robin Harrington at (928) 213-2116 for information on how to participate.

Leaks Can Run, but They Can’t Hide – EPA WaterSense Partnership Program

Are you ready to chase down leaks? Mark your calendars for Fix a Leak Week 2016, March 14–20, 2016, but remember that you can quickly assess your plumbing fixtures and irrigation systems, fix the leaks, and save valuable water and money all year long. The EPA WaterSense website http://www3.epa.gov/watersense/our_ water/fix_a_leak.html offers numerous ideas for fixing leaks, or for teachers that wish to teach students about water use and leaks in the home.

Flagstaff Leak Week Events: RSVP with Robin Harrington at rharrington@ flagstaffaz.gov or (928) 213-2116 to schedule a free consultation of how to conduct a water audit. Visit www.flagstaff.az.gov/waterconservation for more information on the City of Flagstaff’s water conservation program.

March 6-12 is National Groundwater Awareness Week, and Utilities welcomes you to visit our website for specific information on groundwater and our water supplies, and any scheduled events, at www.flagstaff.az.gov/ water. The Utilities Division understands that management of our groundwater supplies and planning for the future are essential to maintaining the economic vitality and sustainability of our community. As we plan for the future, the Utilities Division is taking steps to ensure the City has a sustainable groundwater supply.

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Offsetting groundwater pumping with reclaimed water and surface water supplies when available

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Monitoring water levels from wells in the deep aquifer

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Conducting sophisticated computer modeling studies that help us assess the sustainability of the groundwater supply, considering climate, regional groundwater withdrawals and regional spring flow, looking out more than 100 years.

In years when our surface water supplies are limited nearly all of the City’s water supply comes from groundwater. The neighboring communities rely solely on groundwater from the same regional aquifer, including Doney Park, Kachina Village, Mountainaire, Forest Highlands, and Flagstaff Ranch. For questions regarding groundwater and water supply, please contact Erin Young, Water Resources Manager, at (928) 213-2405 or eyoung@flagstaffaz.gov

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Recreation

Welcome!

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he City of Flagstaff’s Recreation Department is your community connection for swimming lessons, leisure classes, programs, entertainment, and special events. You can always count on us to do our very best to serve the recreation and leisure needs of the community. We take pride in knowing we offer everything you like to do.

You’ll find just what you need at more than 24 developed parks, one pool, tennis courts, basketball courts, two disc golf courses, 17 ball fields, 50 miles of the Flagstaff Urban Trail System, two skate parks, a BMX park, three recreation centers, and an ice rink, providing year-round programs and activities. It’s all here for you come out and enjoy it! www.flagstaffaz.gov

Recreation Services Administrative Staff:

Rebecca Sayers, Interim Recreation Services Director rsayers@flagtaffaz.gov Kathy Drummond, Administrative Specialist kdrummond@flagstaffaz.gov (928) 213-2302

Park Ramadas

Park ramadas (or pavilions) are the covered picnic areas available for reservation at City parks.

Ramadas can accommodate groups for birthday parties, wedding receptions, family reunions, company picnics, and barbecues. Reservations can be made at any of our Recreation Centers.

Applicants must complete a Facility Use Permit and pay the required fees (hourly) at the time of reservation. If you have any questions please call the Aquaplex at (928) 213-2300.

Arroyo Park Buffalo Park Bushmaster Park - South Bushmaster Park - North Foxglenn Park - #1 Foxglenn Park - #2 14

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$9.50 hr. $6.25 hr. $12.50 hr. $9.50 hr. $12.50 hr. $9.50 hr.

Foxglenn Park - #3 Mobile Haven Park Old Town Springs Park Ponderosa Park Ponderosa Trails Park Thorpe Park

$9.50 hr. $6.25 hr. $6.25 hr. $9.50 hr. $6.25 hr. $12.50 hr

Flagstaff Tennis Program

The Flagstaff Tennis Program, run by Rick Goldwasser, is entering its ninth year of operation at the Thorpe Park tennis courts. Rick has over 30 years of teaching experience, working with juniors and adults of all ages and experience levels. Classes are targeted to specific ages or ability levels and cover a variety of subjects; from basic stroke technique to advanced match play strategies.

Rick is on the court teaching all of the classes in the program and is assisted by players and coaches from the NAU team for larger classes. All classes utilize a variety of fun and fast paced drills and games that are designed to make the learning experience enjoyable while giving the participants a good cardio workout.

The classes are broken into three sessions: spring, summer and fall. Adult classes meet on weekdays or weekends and there are classes both in the morning and the evening. Junior classes meet after school and weekends during the spring and fall sessions and throughout the day in the summer session. There is a flexible attendance option during the summer session which makes it possible

for participants to go on vacations without missing days that you are paying for.

To find out specific class times for your age or ability level, please contact Rick Goldwasser at (928) 225-1438 flag.tennis@yahoo.com flagtennis.com

Baseball Camps

Learn proper hitting, pitching, and defensive techniques and drills to make you a better player.

Registration: Begins June 1 (open until filledl) Camp Dates: Hitting Camp - July 20-July 23, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon

Defensive Cam

July 27-July 30, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon Price: $40 per person, per camp Ages: 7-14

Athletics

Tyrone Johnson/ Dan Carrick (928) 213-2310/928-213-2309 tjohnson@flagstaffaz.gov dcarrick@flagstaffaz.gov www.flagstaff.az.gov

Spring Adult Volleyball League Six-person indoor volleyball leagues include men’s, women’s, and co-ed teams with a 14 game schedule.

Registration: January 11 - February 12 League Play: February 21 - April 17 Nights: Sundays - Coed B,E,G Mondays, Women’s B,C Tuesdays, Coed F Wednesdays, Women’s A Thursdays, Coed D Fridays, Coed C Price: Early Bird $275/Team ($300/Team after February 12) Mandatory manager’s meeting February 17 at 6:00 p.m. at The Flagstaff Aquaplex (1702 N. 4th St.).

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BASHAS 2700 S Woodlands Village Blvd

The UPS Store

in the Walmart Shopping Center 2700 S Woodlands Village Blvd #300

Catholic Charity Services 460 N. Switzer Canyon Suite 400

Flagstaff Farmers Market 1901 N 4th St.

EASTSIDE FAMILY MEDICINE 4308 Rte 66 E / 634 Rte 66 E

FLAGSTAFF SOAP COMPANY 21 N San Francisco St

Flagstaff VISTOR CENTER 1 Histortic Route 66

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Summer Adult Slow-Pitch Softball League: 1st Session Don’t miss your opportunity to play at the spectacular Thorpe Park Softball Complex!

We anticipate having all of our sessions filling up, so be sure to sign-up early!

Registration: March 7 - April 15th League Dates: Nights: May 1 - June 24 Nights: Sunday - Friday Price:$350 per team ($375 after April 15) Mandatory manager’s meeting April 27 at 6:00 p.m. at The Flagstaff Aquaplex (1702 N. 4th St.).

Summer Adult Slow-Pitch Softball League (2nd Session) Don’t miss your opportunity to play at the spectacular Thorpe Park Softball Complex! We anticipate having all of our sessions filling up, so be sure to sign-up early!

Registration: May 9 -June 20 League Dates: July 3rd - September 16 Nights: Sunday - Friday Price: $350 per team ($375 after June 20) Mandatory manager’s meeting June 29 at 6:00 p.m. at The Flagstaff Aquaplex (1702 N. 4th St.).

Adult Coed Hockey League (Summer) Don’t miss your opportunity to play in this Beginner/Intermediate Adult Hockey League! We anticipate having a great turnout of players, so keep your eyes and ears open for league information!

Registration: April 4th - May 27th League Dates: June 5th - October 2nd Nights: Sundays 5-8pm Price: $200 Mandatory Skills & Drills before the season begins to evaluate every player Sunday, April 29th @ 5p.m.

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Flagstaff Aquaplex

Join us at the Aquaplex for family fun and fitness.

Year round swimming, climbing wall, group exercise classes, and fitness floor! Meeting spaces and party room for rent.

3, 6, and 12 month memberships or daily admission available.

See our website for class schedules and area specific hours. www.flagstaffaz.gov

NEW! Fitness Classes We recently added several classes to our regular schedule. These classes include: Zumba, Core Fitness, Adult Fitness, Adult Bootcamp, Will, Power & Grace, Group Spin, Aqua Zumba, Aqua Yoga, Kid’s Yoga, Kid’s Fit and Kid’s Climbing lessons.

NEW Member of the Month Program Monthly winners announced based on nominations of how the Aquaplex has helped them accomplish wellness goals, or enhanced their quality of life.

Private Swim Lessons Program All ages and skill levels welcome. Multiple days and times available for lessons.

American Red Cross Lifeguarding Class Participants must be 15 years or older and be able to pass pre-course swimming skills to participate.

Next class scheduled for end of March. Contact Flagstaff Aquaplex for dates and prices.

Mission Implastable Come on in and enjoy the all new renovated pool. Improvements include: Remove and Install new commercial grade white mini pebble surface, New tile where needed, and LED lights. Scheduled re-opening is March 4.

Personal Training Take your workouts to the next level through Personal Training with Travis. Discounts for members and bulk session purchases. Don’t suffer through another mediocre workout—Commit to be fit today!

Community Events Glorice Pavey Recreation Supervisor 928-213-2312 gpavey@flagstaffaz.gov

Claire Harper Recreation Coordinator 928-213-2311 charper@flagstaffaz.gov Are you planning a wedding or special event?

Flagstaff Recreation Services rents many beautiful parks and facilities. Our revamped permit makes the process both easy and will prove to be the best deal in town! Give us a call at 928-213-2311 or 928-213-2312 to discuss your many options. www.flagstaffaz.gov

Special Events If you or your organizations are planning to conduct one of the following activities in a City park, you need to contact Community Events at (928) 213-2311 or (928) 213-2312 to complete a Special Event Permit.

• Community events, celebrations, or observances • Dances accompanied by amplified music • Amplified Music or the use of a public address device • Dramatic productions • Athletic tournaments • Amusements, festivals or carnivals • Sale of merchandise, food or alcohol • Parades; organized walks, bicycle rides, runs or races • Distribution of food or alcohol to the public The following prohibitions shall apply to those activities requiring a special event permit:

WINTER2016 • It is unlawful for any person to stage, present, or conduct any special event without first obtaining a permit • It is unlawful for any person to participate in a special event for which the person knows a special event permit has not been issued • It is unlawful for any person in charge of, or responsible for the conduct of, a duly permitted special event to knowingly fail to comply with any term or condition of the special event permit

Soar Into Spring Saturday, May 21 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Foxglenn Park, 4200 E. Butler Ave. Soar into Spring with Flagstaff Recreation Services 16th annual Kite Festival on Saturday, May 16 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 a.m. at Foxglenn Park (4200 East Butler Avenue). Entry is FREE! Voted AZ Parks and Recreation’s Most Outstanding Community Event, the day includes kite flying, arts and crafts, carnival games, a bounce house, yummy carnival food, face painting, and the kiddie caboose train. Lots of fun prizes and giveaways. Most activities are free. A $4.00 wristband for unlimited rides on the train and admittance into the bounce house.

Parking at Sinagua High School and Knoles Elementary School.

Downtown Newsletter Visit flagstaff.az.gov/downtown for the latest event information including event relevant Council meetings, street closures and event dates.

Special Event Feedback Line: There are now two ways to give event feedback to the City.

Phone: 928-213-2318 Flagstaff.az.gov (click on “Report a Concern”)

Hal Jensen Recreation Center 779-1468 | 2403 N. Izabel St.

Danny Neal, Recreation Supervisor dneal@flagstaffaz.gov Crystal Warden-Gant, Recreation Program Coordinator cwarden@flagstaffaz.gov

Open Hours

April-October Monday.-Friday: 1:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. (18+) Monday-Friday: 2:15 p.m.-8:00 p.m. (17 and under) Saturday: 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.

May 29- August 5 (summer hours) Monday-Friday 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. (Age 6+) Saturday: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Contract Instructor Classes Register for these programs by calling the instructors:

Basic/Technique Class

of the Roma (Gypsies) of Turkey, the harems of the sultans, and the turn of the century theaters of Istanbul continues to thrive in the United States. Basics include grounding, muscles strengthening, and joint flexibility increased for dancing success. Proper alignment for transverse, frontal, and sagittal planes of the body.

Instructor: Karen Custer Thurston,773-7824 Thursdays, 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Ages 18+

Advanced Choreography Class You will learn longer and more challenging choreography in this class, including Zill/Sagat patterns (movements), overlay techniques, and sword, stick, and drum rhythms will be mastered.

Instructor: Karen Custer Thurston, 773-7824 Thursdays, 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Ages 18+

Drop-in Programming For ALL abilities and ages 5+ (please contact the center if you or your child may need special accommodations)

Friday Night Nails Join us for an afternoon of fun every Friday!

Fancy finger nail designs for youth of ages.

Fridays, 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Free

Game Room Pool tables, ping-pong, air hockey, foos –ball, and racquetball courts, board games galore! Free everyday!

Gymnasium Full size basketball court to help you stay in shape and enjoy friendly competition!

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FRC Special Events: Spring Break Bash Don’t miss out on the fun! Join us for a fun-filled week of activities including: cooking class, arts and crafts, and games galore! Please call the center for more information.

Monday-Friday, March 14- March 18, times and activities will vary Free - ages 5-17

Daddy- Daughter Ball We cordially invite all fathers, grandfathers, uncles, and even big brothers to treat that special little girl in your life to an amazing night out! Join us for our annual Daddy Daughter Ball at the Joe C. Montoya Community and Senior Center (245 N. Thorpe Rd.) The evening will be complete with a catered dinner, dessert, crafts, dancing and the opportunity to purchase pictures to remember this special occasion. Semi-formal attire suggested. There will be no onsite registrations, so please register in advance.

Saturday, April 9, 7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. $50/couple $20/additional guest All ages

“Northern Arizona’s Got Talent” Singing Competition!

This premier talent competition is taking people places! Shake off the nerves and come try out for your shot at becoming a “Northern Arizona’s Got Talent” winner. Participants will compete in three age categories: 12 and under, 13-17, and 18 and up! For more information please call the center. (928)779-1468.

Preliminaries held at the Coconino Center for the Arts and semi-finals held at the Orpheum Theatre.

For more information please call the center at (928)779-1468

Center Hours Monday-Thursday, 7:00 a.m.- 8:00 p.m.

Fridays, 7:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. www.flagstaffaz.gov

Children’s Classes: Dancin with Miss Cori Creative dance and technique classes to enhance motorskill development designed for children ages 2-5 featuring various music techniques. Call for questions or more information: Cori 530-680-2018 Thursday, Ongoing, 9:30 - 10:15a.m., 2-5p.m.

Adults of All Ages & Teens Welcome

Guitar with Marc

Learn to play songs in many styles and genres including folk, classical, country, rock and more.

Multilevel class allows students to join in at any time and learn together. Contact Marc Worthington at 505-6146706.

Thu., 3-4 p.m., 4-5 p.m., $30/5 classes, $4 for materials.,13+.

Beginning Bridge

Learn the basics of this world wide game in a fun and relaxing environment.

Tue., 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., $20/One-time fee

Art & Drawing Class

When you have finished the projects in this class, you’ll be able to express yourself as an artist. Instructor Dee Brewer, 286-9088.

Tues., Jan 5 - 26, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., $47.95, 16+ Tues., Feb 2 - 23 ,9:30 - 11:30 a.m., $47.95, 16+ Tues., Mar 1 - 22, 9:30-11:30 a.m., $47.95, 16+ Tues. , Apr 5 - 26, 9:30-11:30 a.m., $47.95, 16+

Joe C. Montoya Community Dance & Health Classes: & Senior Center 774-1068 | 245 N. Thorpe Rd.

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Folk Dance

Learn a variety of folk dances from around the world!

This volunteer run group also offers you the opportunity to teach your favorite dance!

Mon.,1, 2, & 3 weeks/mo, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Free, 16+

Tai Chi

Create mental and physical balance in your life with the ancient art of T’ai Chi Ch’uan. Call instructor James Brand, 6373149, for more information or to register. First class is FREE! Tues., Ongoing, 3:15 - 4:15 p.m., $20/month, 16+

Therapeutic Stretch & Laugh Yoga Gentle Iyengar Hatha Yoga with good body alignment, core strength building and safety techniques taught in each class. Contact Melinda De Boer Ayrey, 928-527-8604.

Wed., Ongoing, 9:00 - 10:15 a.m., $13/class or $42/4 classes, $69/8 classes, 16+

Mixed Levels Stretch & Laugh Yoga Gentle Iyengar Hatha Yoga with good body alignment, Call Melinda De Boer Ayrey, 928-527-8604.

Tues., Ongoing, 5:15-6:30 p.m., $13/class or $42/4 classes

Jay Lively Activity Center (Ice Arena) (928)213-2340 | 1650 N. Turquoise Drive

Mike Abeyta, Recreation Supervisor (928)213-2343 / mabeyta@flagstaffaz.gov Katherine Suhr, Recreation Program Coordinator (928)213-2345 / ksuhr@flagstaffaz.gov Mark Stento, Recreation Program Coordinator (928)213-2346 / mstento@flagstaffaz.gov The Jay Lively Activity Center is an exciting environment for all ages. We offer a variety of skating programs for all levels and ages!

Recreational Ice Skating Prices: General Admission Preschool (4 & under) - free w/ paid Adult Child (5-11) $3.50 Youth (12 - 17) $3.50 Adults (18+) $6.75 Senior (55+) $5.00 Active Military $5.00

WINTER2016 Pass (20 Admissions) Youth $49.00 (you save $21.00) Adult $98.00 (you save $32.00) Senior (55+) $75.00 (you save $25.00) Active Military $75.00 (you save $25.00)

Hockey Admission Prices Hockey Admission $13.50 Sticks and Pucks $6.75 Hockey Pass (10 Admissions) $98.00 ($37.00 savings)

Skate Rental Skate Rental All Ages $4.00 Skate Rental Pass (20 rentals) $59.00 ($21.00 savings)

Group Youth Discounts

Please call ahead to schedule your group for an exciting experience at the Jay Lively Activity Center. To receive the discount for children the group must call a minimum of 48 hours in advance and pay as a group. Groups must be a minimum of 15 participants; the cost is $3.00 per youth and does not include skate rental ($4.00 per person).

Public Skating Sessions Tuesday , 2:30 - 4:00 p.m.

Wednesday, 11:00 - 2:00 p.m., 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.

Thursday, 2:30 - 4:00 p.m.

Friday, 11:00 - 2:00p.m., 5:30 - 8:00p.m.

Saturday, 1:00 - 4:30p.m.

Sticks and Pucks

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Sticks and Pucks is a great opportunity for adults 18 and older to practice their stick handling skills and improve their skating technique.

Wednesdays, 9:00 to 10:45a.m.

Fridays, 9:00 to 10:45a.m.

Adult Skating

Adult Skating sessions are held twice a week. Must be 18 years and older.

Tuesdays and Thursdays 10:00 -11:45a.m.

Commuter Vanpools to and from Flagstaff in vehicles supplied by the MOUNTAIN LINE public transit system.

Party Room Rental To ensure a time is available, please reserve your party room early. Room rental cost is $21.25 per hour plus tax and deposit. A 25% refundable cleaning deposit is required. Please call for more information.

Special Events: March: Spring Break at the Ice Rink Youth, Art & Ice - Come on in to the ice rink and there will be activities such as drawing, coloring and sketching all week long.

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• Helmets will be provided.

• Sketching supplies will be provided or participants can bring their own.

Spring Break Student Special - NAU students bring your NAU student ID and receive $1.75 off one adult admission, all week long!

Open Hockey We offer Open Hockey game sessions.

These sessions allow adults 18 and older to enjoy pick up hockey games.

Tuesday and Thursdays 12:00 to 2:00 p.m.

Sunday evenings when available, see online schedule.

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Libraries Flagstaff City – Coconino County Public Library The mission of the Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library is to inspire learning, enrich lives, and strengthen community.

Arizona Library Volunteer of the Year

Technology & Computer Instruction The Downtown and East Flagstaff Community Libraries offer free, one-on-one Computer & Technology Instruction. Sessions are 30- to 45-minutes long and are tailored to your needs: basic computer instruction, Microsoft Office applications, Internet, job help/resume/cover letter writing, downloading eBooks and e-Audiobooks. Sign up in person or call 213-2330 for Downtown and 213-2348 for EFCL.

Tablet Technology Fridays: eBook & eAudiobook Clinic Drop-in from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. with your e-reader (Kindle, all types of tablets, and smartphones) to learn how to download free eBooks and eAudiobooks from the library. No appointment necessary. Inquire at the Information Desk, at the Downtown Library.

Displays at the Library

The Flagstaff City-Coconino County Library proudly announces that long-time library volunteer Harriet Brown has been named the 2015 Arizona Library Volunteer of the Year. Ms. Brown has logged more than 4500 hours of volunteer service over the past decade. Ms. Brown is pictured receiving her award during the Arizona State Library Association conference on Friday November 20th at the High Country Conference Center in Flagstaff. Congratulations Harriet!

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Each month the Downtown library has two cases available for the public to exhibit their displays, which may include: artwork, information about upcoming festivals and events, general information about community organizations and/or groups, special anniversaries or remembrances, or anything that might add to civic enlightenment.

Some of the upcoming displays include: information about the First Things First Program, the Flagstaff Assistance League, and the AZ Breastfeeding Coalition; local authors Will Ascarza (one of the library’s own and author of a new book In Search of Fortunes: A Look at the History of Arizona Mining) and Julie MacDonald (local gardener, historian and author of a new book Saints and Scoundrels: Colorful Characters of Arizona); historical information on cameras and photography; and a display by the library about RFID. Don’t know what that is? Come by in March and find out.

And this year the library will have our special bi-annual ‘outside the case’ display by the Coconino Quilters Guild. Up to 50 awe-inspiring quilts will be hung from the rafters in February and March. Come by

to vote for your favorite one. And, if you’re interested in booking a display case, stop by the Information Desk and inquire about availability.

Library Book Clubs & Classes The Friends of the Flagstaff Public Library Book Club This monthly book discussion is held on the 2nd Thursday evening of the month at 6:00 in the Jan Romero-Stevens Program Room at the Downtown library. Copies of books are made available through a generous donation by the Friends of the Library and can be signed out at the discussion or at the downtown library Information Desk after the discussion. For a list of upcoming and past books see our website, www.flagstaffpubliclibrary.org/services/ bookclub.html. All are welcome.

Beakers, Black holes, and Books: A popular science book club Are you interested in human evolution or how the cosmos formed? Do you want to know about the long term future of planet Earth? If yes, then this book club is for you!

Come join us for an exciting, scientific exploration of Earth and beyond in this popular science book club all in the Downtown Library Community Room.

January 28: What If?: Serious Scientific Answers to Absurd Hypothetical Questions, by Randall Munroe March 31: Undeniable: Evolution and the Science of Creation, by Bill Nye, Edited by Corey S. Powell May 26: Where Our Food Comes From: Retracing Nikolay Vavilov’s Quest to End Famine, by Gary Paul Nabhan July 21: Future Crimes: Everything is Connected, Everyone is Vulnerable and What We Can Do About It, by Marc Goodman

WINTER2016 Graphic Novel Book Club Do you love graphic novels or have you ever wanted to read a graphic novel, but haven’t known where to begin? Come join us for our monthly Graphic Novel Book Club, where we explore a new title each month and talk about the latest news from the world of comics, new graphic novel releases, and forthcoming additions to the Library’s collection.

Find out why this book format is taking the world by storm! See our online calendar for schedule and titles at www.flagstaffpubliclibrary.org

Knitting by the Books Come join us for two hours of Knitting by the Books every Monday evening from 6-8 pm in the East Flagstaff Library Community Room. Adults can come enjoy some social knitting time. All skill levels are welcome.

Booktalk Café Have you ever wondered what everyone else is reading? Now’s your chance to find out! Join us for Booktalk Café, where library staff, authors, and community members answer your questions and present book recommendations! Tea and refreshments served. East Flagstaff Community Library 7-8 p.m. on February 18, 2016; March 24, 2016; and April 21, 2016.

Events

For a Full Calendar of Events See Our Website at www.flagstaffpubliclibrary.org

Sunday, February 7th, 2016 (4 p.m.) Coconino Center for the Arts – This Land is Your Land: America’s National Parks. Featuring the Ponderosa Players providing majestic music in honor of the National Parks and spoken- word artists reading the best of the best about the experience of saving and preserving our public lands for future generations.

Wednesday, February 10th, 2016 (6:30 p.m.)

Downtown Library Community Room – Between Iraq and a Hard Place, a book talk with Dr. Martin Feess. Dr. Feess lived and taught English in a small rural village.

Nearly all his neighbors and friends were Muslim. His talk is aimed at promoting understanding between ArabMuslims and Americans. Books will be available for purchase after the presentation.

Reserve your seat by calling 928.213.2375 or emailing LibraryPrograms@flagstaffaz.gov Wednesday, March 9th, (6:30 p.m.) William Ascarza, Flagstaff Public Library Librarian and Author, will discuss his latest book In Search of Fortunes: a look at the history of Arizona mining in the Downtown Library Community Room. Books will be available for purchase after presentation.

Sunday, April 3rd 2016 Sunday (3 p.m.) Coconino Center for the Arts – “Hula is Life”.

Halau Hula Napuaokalei`ilima, is under the direction of Kumu Hula (Hula Master) Kehau Chrisman. Chrisman, formerly of Hawaii, trained in Hawaii for 17 years to reach the highest rank of Hula Master following rigorous hula protocols taught by well-known and respected masters in Hawaii’s hula legacy. She first started teaching hula in Hawaii in 1997 and has been teaching in Northern and Central Arizona since 2004.

Wednesday, February 17th, 2016 (6 – 7:30 p.m.)

Downtown Library Community Room – Tools to Read Non-Fiction: A program for parents, college students, and teachers. In this 90-minute clinic, learn how to…

• Understand and think critically about non-fiction • Help your children with homework • Identify ideas and main ideas • See deeper meaning in the interaction of those ideas • Writing clear summaries • Prepare pre-writing that makes writing final papers easy

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Library Youth Classes & Clubs The Downtown Library 300 N. Aspen Ave, 213-2330 www.flagstaffpubliclibrary.org

Call 213-2381 to find out dates and times for specific ages.

Storytimes Join the Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library for Preschool Storytime! Every fall, winter and spring, both the Downtown and East Flagstaff Libraries hold preschool storytime for newborns to 5 year olds. The storytime experience integrates many school readiness skills that will promote your child’s success in the classroom. Storytimes will cultivate your child’s language and listening skills, and will help to develop a love of reading and learning. Storytime activities may include singing, finger plays, knee bounces and, of course, a story!

Family Storytime Stop by the library any Tuesday evening for this special time of stories and songs for the whole family. Year round at the Downtown Library. 6:00 p.m. (all ages)

Saturday Story Stop Start your weekend off with this fun-filled morning of stories, songs and a occasional craft. Year round at the Downtown Library. 10:30 a.m. (all ages)

Family Game Day About every 6 weeks, we interrupt our Saturday Story Stop for this special family time activity. Enjoy board games, puzzles, and Wii gaming with your family on February 6th and March 26th at the Downtown Library. 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (all ages)

Lego Club We’ll supply the Legos, you bring the ideas.

Held the second and fourth Monday of each month through May, except for Spring Break Week. 3:304:30 p.m. (for grades K – 5th)

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Gaming Days Stop by the Community Room at the Downtown Library for Wii and X-Box gaming. Bring a friend and pick your game. Held the first and third Tuesday of each month through May, except for Spring Break Week. 3:00-4:30 p.m. (ages 8-18 years)

Busy Fingers Come join us for stories and crafts as we explore new seasonal themes each time. Held the second and fourth Wednesday of each month through May at the Downtown Library. 3:30-4:30 p.m. (ages 3 & up)

Thursday Thinkers Learn about crazy stuff, based on non-fiction books, and then try a craft or game related to the topic. Held the third Thursday of the month at the Downtown Library. 3:45-4:45 p.m. (ages 8 and up)

Friday Flicks The second Friday of each month through May, we’ll show a family friendly movie on the big screen at the Downtown Library. Bring a blanket and a pillow and enjoy free popcorn. Movies start at 5:00 p.m. Call 213-2381 to find out what is playing or check our website at www.flagstaffpubliclibrary.org

East Flagstaff Community Library 3000 N. Fourth Street, 213-2348 www.flagstaffpubliclibrary.org

Pre-School Express Pre-School Express is a class that allows preschool children and their caregivers to enjoy a time of songs, rhymes, and stories each Monday morning at 10 a.m.

Anime Club Anime Club is for teens and meets on Monday afternoons from 3:30-5 p.m. Teens ages 12-17 will gather to watch and discuss anime.

Crafty Corner Crafty Corner is a class for kids and meets every Tuesday afternoon from 3:30 -4:30 p.m. Children ages 5-13 gather to make crafts and art projects in the EFCL Community Room.

Family Movie Night Family Movie Night happens every Tuesday evening beginning at 6 p.m. Families are welcome as we enjoy a movie and some popcorn in the Community Room.

Baby Lap Time Baby Lap Time class allows pre-walking infants and their caregivers to enjoy a time of songs, rhymes, and stories each Wednesday morning at 9:15 am.

Toddler Tales Toddler Tales class allows toddlers and their care givers time to enjoy some songs, rhymes, and stories each Wednesday morning at 10 a.m.

LEGO Club Lego Club meets at 3 p.m. each Thursday.

Children ages 5-13 enjoy free creative play with LEGO bricks.

Parent and Child Play N Learn Parent and Child Play n’ Learn classes are for children age 12 -30 months. During this special time, the library provides a setting for the child and parent to play and interact together one-on-one with toys, crafts and books while also introducing the parent to some of the local resources available to help in the rewarding but challenging task of parenting. March 4, 11, 18, and 25 at 9 am.

Game Day Game Day is a time for children to gather and play games each Friday from 2:15 - 3:30 p.m.. X-Box, Wii, and board games are available.

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