Trees are decorated, stores are aglow and the Discover Flagstaff team and the Downtown Business Alliance (DBA) are inviting residents and guests to shop, take out, stroll and enjoy the holiday atmosphere locally in Arizona’s Winter Wonderland – a designation proclaimed by Gov. Doug Ducey. DBA Director Terry Madeksza says 95% of the downtown shops are locally owned and unique, with a blend of galleries, boutiques, restaurants and outdoor recreation outfitters, and gifts that won’t be found … [Read more...] about Sheltering at Home for the Great Pinecone Drop
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Giving the Gift of Time this Holiday Season
Many holiday celebrations center around being with family and friends, but for children in the foster care, system it can be a harsh reminder of what is missing. There are nearly 16,000 children in Arizona spending the holidays away from their parents and often their siblings, too. While caretakers may try to make the day special, all the excitement of the holidays can leave children in foster care feeling very alone. With the help of the community, more kids could find a permanent home for … [Read more...] about Giving the Gift of Time this Holiday Season
Pumpkin Power: Local Restaurateurs Spicing Up Holiday Menus
Local restaurateurs are spicing up holiday menus with the flavors of the seasons. Chefs are changing menus to include produce like pumpkin and squash that can be sourced this time of the year and add spices like cinnamon, cardamom and even green chile and mesquite. “Chefs get excited when there’s a change in the seasons,” said Chef-owner Scott Heinonen of The Cottage in Flagstaff. “It happens naturally with chefs when the leaves start falling, and it gets colder. You have a whole new … [Read more...] about Pumpkin Power: Local Restaurateurs Spicing Up Holiday Menus
Holiday Toy Drive in Full Swing
Santa is not the only one who is busy this time of year. James Jackson, a sergeant with the Flagstaff Police Department, is a bit of a blur as well. But, like Santa, he is used to it, as he has organized the Holiday Toy Drive in Northern Arizona for the past 17 years. “This is a very busy time of the year for me. It drives my wife crazy,” he said with a chuckle. “This year, we are collecting not only toys, but we are collecting warm clothing for seniors, food for St. Mary’s Food Banks, cash … [Read more...] about Holiday Toy Drive in Full Swing
