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Mother Nature Offering Health, Happiness in Every Season

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Even with the snow flurries, chilly temperatures and brisk spring winds, the great outdoors beckons us to come outside and enjoy the wide-open spaces, vast skies and fresh mountain air. Spending time outdoors and in nature is enjoyable. But, did you know there is evidence that proves spending time outside can make you happier and healthier? Here are just a few reasons to go outside:   Nature Decreases Stress Being in a natural environment provides a feeling of relaxation that … [Read more...] about Mother Nature Offering Health, Happiness in Every Season

Ski Season Arriving Early in Northern Arizona

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Arizona Snowbowl is opening earlier than ever before with the addition of a new six-pack chairlift. Many of the ski resort’s 500 employees, along with a team of contractors, have been preparing for opening day on Nov. 11. The most significant effort is focused on the addition of the Grand Canyon Express, Arizona’s first high-speed, six-pack chairlift. It will take only six minutes to reach its terminal, gliding up 1,546 feet. “Coupled with our snowmaking system that provides reliable … [Read more...] about Ski Season Arriving Early in Northern Arizona

Snowbowl Open for Season

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If there are long, board-like packages under your holiday tree, you might want to start unwrapping! With almost three feet of snow blanketing the ski resort from this past weekend storm , Arizona Snowbowl is open for its 75th Anniversary Season.   Mayor Jerry Nabours welcomed excited community members, skiers and snowboarders in Arizona Snowbowl's 75th Anniversary Opening Ceremonies Thursday morning with a ribbon cutting, hot chocolate and donuts at Agassiz Lodge. "Flagstaff is now … [Read more...] about Snowbowl Open for Season

‘Tis the Season for Public-Private Partnerships

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This month, Fort Tuthill is the scene of wide-eyed wonder, as believers take in the bustling excitement of Santa’s workshop. The North Pole Experience is open for its first season in Flagstaff after moving from Greer earlier this year. Along with being a quicker car ride for families traveling from the Valley, Santa, Mrs. Claus and the many elves are happier to have 250 percent more space for making magic For Scott Pace, the move is a Christmas dream come true. As owner of North Pole … [Read more...] about ‘Tis the Season for Public-Private Partnerships

Predictions for the Winter Sport Season

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Picture it: Furry forest creatures provisioning for the coming season; amassing stores of nuts and other morsels to ensure their winter feasts. According to Dave Smith, director of sales and marketing at Snowbowl of Arizona, the habits of forest fauna are one indicator of what we can expect for the coming snow season. “The animals have been stocking up,” he said. He says another good indicator is that “it’s been predicted that there will be a weak El Niño, which means an above average winter.” … [Read more...] about Predictions for the Winter Sport Season

Chamber Music Sedona’s 30th Season Beginning

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Celebrating thirty years of presenting great live performances Chamber Music Sedona kicks-off its 30th Anniversary season 10am Saturday, October 13 with the Metropolitan Opera’s live simulcast of Gaetano Donizetti’s opera L’Elisir d’Amore at the Sedona Performing Arts Center, 995 Upper Red Rock Loop Road. Special parking arrangements are in place for the opera and patrons are reminded to visit www.SedonaMetInHD.org for critical parking information. The Sedona presentation is made possible with … [Read more...] about Chamber Music Sedona’s 30th Season Beginning

Flagstaff Nordic Center–Season Passes Available

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It's that wonderful time of year again!  Mornings are cool, leaves are starting to change and Nordic Tim is spending most of the day staring at the sky.  All of these signs point towards a wonderful Winter Season at Flagstaff Nordic Center!! Season Passes On Sale Now!   Get outside this Winter Season and enjoy the well groomed trails of Flagstaff Nordic Center. Season Pass Holders enjoy all of these wonderful benefits: More ski days Extended operating … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Nordic Center–Season Passes Available

Chamber Music Opening 30th Season

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Chamber Music Sedona kicks off its thirtieth season with two performances of The Met: Live in HD at the Sedona Performing Arts Center, 995 Upper Red Rock Loop Road, Saturday, October 13 with L'Elisir d'Amore by Gaetano Donizetti, and Saturday October 27 with Verdi’s Otello.             “The Met: Live in HD has proven to be a wonderful addition to Sedona’s cultural landscape,” said Bert Harclerode, Chamber Music Sedona executive director. “The ambiance of the Sedona Performing Arts Center – … [Read more...] about Chamber Music Opening 30th Season

NAU Athletics Preparing for a Winning Season

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Northern Arizona University announced lower season and single-game ticket prices for the 2012 football season, making games at the remodeled Walkup Skydome more affordable. “We have listened to the community in response to our ticketing policies and have made changes to our prices and options for both season and single-game tickets,” said Lisa Campos, vice president for Intercollegiate Athletics. “We are excited about the upcoming season and hope the Flagstaff community will join us in the … [Read more...] about NAU Athletics Preparing for a Winning Season