Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of June.
Good morning, Flagstaff.
Volunteers from Blitz Home Builders are working at Timber Sky to finish the first 10 Habitat for Humanity starter homes planned for the site this week—helping provide affordable housing to local families.
The project supports efforts to meet growing community housing needs.
Charlie Martin, a 12-year-old LEGO Mini Master Builder from Peoria, built a model of Lowell Observatory using 6,000 bricks over 58 hours as part of a global competition—his creation will be on display at LEGOLAND Discovery Center in Phoenix until June 30th and later travel to the Home of the Brick in Billund, Denmark.
Flagstaff is inviting artists to apply by sending a statement of qualifications for a design team to create a three-dimensional artwork at the roundabout on Switzer Canyon Drive and Turquoise Drive — the deadline is July 1 at 3 p.m. — and the chosen artist will receive a design contract followed by a fabrication and installation contract.
The Flagstaff City Council approved a final trail plan for Observatory Mesa that includes trail construction, adoption, and decommissioning to build a more accessible and sustainable network.
The plan will guide future efforts to improve safe and reliable trails in the area.
On Saturday, June 7, the Food and Drug Administration announced that Walmart recalled brown eggs sold in Arizona after tests found a salmonella risk, and customers are urged to return them for refunds.
Arizona Relocation Adventures in Flagstaff
5:30 p.m. — 103 W Birch Ave, Flagstaff, AZ — Ticket prices vary — Explore neighborhoods and meet locals during this engaging real estate adventure.
Iconic Birds of Northern Arizona Talk
Time TBA — The Arboretum at Flagstaff — Free entry — Explore the beauty of Northern Arizona's avian life with author Margaret Dyekman.
Pollinator Festival
10 AM – 2 PM — The Arboretum at Flagstaff — Included with admission — Celebrate pollinators with workshops, activities, and a plant sale for the whole family.
Fun at the Fort Summer Camp - Week 3
9 AM – 4 PM — Fort Tuthill County Park — Cost varies — Blast off into a week of intergalactic adventure with Space Explorers for ages 8-15.
Spooky Stories: Flagstaff's Haunted Musical Tour
Evening — Gandy Dancer Sitting Park — Free for young children — Experience a unique walking ghost tour with live musical performances and spooky tales of Flagstaff's history.
Beat the Heat Open Pickleball Tournament
9 AM - 4 PM — NAU Tennis Center — $70 entry — Join in for a fun weekend of competitive pickleball with skill and age divisions.
Flagstaff Beer Festival
1-5 p.m. — Fort Tuthill County Park — From $12.51 — Raise a glass for non-profits while enjoying craft beers from various breweries.
Eco Explorers Summer Camp - Wilderness Explorers II
Campers take their wilderness skills to the next level — All week — The Arboretum at Flagstaff — Additional cost applies — A hands-on adventure in outdoor challenges and fire safety.
Downtown Flagstaff Geology Rocks Tour
5:30-6:30 p.m. — Downtown Flagstaff — $15 for members, $20 for non-members — Embark on a fascinating walking tour exploring the geology and architecture of downtown Flagstaff.
Gong Live at The Orpheum Theater
8-11 p.m. — The Orpheum Theater — Tickets available — Immerse yourself in the dynamic journey of Gong, a band with a rich history and captivating performances.
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