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🚲 Flagstaff Events Beginning of July
Where’s Waldo Flagstaff, Early trash/recycle pick-up for some this week, and music at McMillan Mesa Park
Alissa Zorn
July 01, 2025
TOGETHER WITH OBSIDIAN RIDGE LAW
Good morning, Flagstaff! I hope your summer is going well! We have a bit of a mellow week before heading into the 4th of July festivities this coming weekend.
Today in Flagstaff Inspires:
👓 Where’s Waldo Flagstaff
🚛 Early trash/recycle pick-up for some this week
🎶 Big Daddy D & the Dynamites at McMillan Mesa Park
Let’s go!
— Alissa Zorn
SPONSORED BY OBSIDIAN RIDGE LAW
Did You Know?
The average age of the signers of the Declaration of Independence was just 44. Many were in their 30s—but Benjamin Franklin was 70. Independence was never just about youth—it’s always been about vision, responsibility, and planning for the future.
As we celebrate the 4th of July, I’m reflecting on what independence means not just for our country—but for each of us, especially as we age.
I’m Kara Noble—homeschool mom, wife, and attorney at Obsidian Ridge Law. On July 9th and 11th, I’m co-hosting a free workshop with Gabriella Strebe of Peak Experience Realty and Beverly’s Granddaughter. We’ll talk about aging with confidence—staying in control of your choices, protecting your dignity, and easing burdens on loved ones.
👉 We’ll cover real-life tools like health care directives, essential documents, and next steps.
Wishing you and your family a safe and happy Independence Day!
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AROUND TOWN
🚛 Since Friday is the 4th of July, Trash and Recycle schedules will be different - they are picking up EARLY. According to an email for Flagstaff Solid Waste:
If you usually have residential trash service Friday, they will pick up your trash Wednesday 7/2.
If you usually have residential recycle service Friday, they will pick up your recycle Thursday 7/3.
BUSINESS NEWS
👓Bright Side Bookshop Hosting ‘Wheres Waldo Flagstaff’: In July you can join Bright Side’s latest ‘Shop Local’ initiative and Find Waldo in Downtown Flagstaff! Waldo is hiding in 25 businesses in Downtown. Stop by any participating business (listed at the link) and grab your Waldo stamp card. Spot Waldo in participating shops and collect at least 10 Waldo stamps to get a prize!
🍅 New Seasonal Menu at Just Delivered: Just Delivered, a Flagstaff food delivery service, has just released their summer menu - yum!
Nothing in this section is sponsored. They're just useful things to know. I'll always let you know when something's sponsored.
@FLAGSTAFFINSPIRES
💍 Ever wanted to give jewelry making a try? Sky June Metalsmithing is hosting classes now! There are 3 spots left for the July 10th stamped jewelry class, and 1 spot left in the July 19th Jewelry with gemstones class. You can find all the classes here.
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Nothing in this section is sponsored. They're just useful things to know. I'll always let you know when something's sponsored.
WHAT’S HAPPENING
Tuesday 7.1
🧒 Kids Squared: Weekly series with fun hands-on activities for kids ages 4–9, with big and little siblings always welcome! 10-11am, Heritage Square
🍄 Crafty Corner: Paper Plate Mushrooms: Bring your nature kids out to express their creativity. Ages 3+. 10-11am, East Flag Library
👨👦 Toddler Tales: Your toddler will delight in this special time for stories, songs, games and more. 10:30-11am, Downtown Library
🚵 Bike Maintenance Basics Workshop: Learn how to keep your bike in top shape! 6:15-7:30pm, Absolute Bikes, FREE - Registration Required
🧘♀️ Meditation Class: Beginner-friendly every Tuesday. 6:30-7:45pm at Beacon Unitarian Universalist Congregation
📽️Thelma Film Screening: Join the Northern Arizona Film Society for a free screening of the action-comedy "Thelma”. 6:30pm, Theatrikos
📝🍺Poet Brews Open Mic for Writers: Come read what you’ve been writing! Read anything up to ten minutes. 7-9pm, 21+, Flagstaff Brewing Co.
Wednesday 7.2
🌿 Wednesday Weed Pulls: Protect the natural beauty of Picture Canyon by joining invasive weed removal and reseeding efforts. 7-10am, Picture Canyon
🎈 Bookmans Summer Free Kid’s Events: Have fun each week with exciting learning experiences, games, and much more! This week - Lego Free Build. 1-2pm, Bookmans
🎨 Colorful Creations - Woven Bookmarks: Kids can join for a weekly craft! All materials provided. Ages 7-18. 1:30-2:30pm, Downtown Library, Free- Registration Required
🌄 Flagstaff Mountain Town Market Downtown: Come for local produce, treats, pop-up shops from downtown businesses, and more! 3pm-dusk, Heritage Square
✏ Figure Drawing Class w/Live Model: Beginner to expert level artists welcome! 5-7pm, Up & Coming, Limited space - register ahead.
🏨 History Happy Hour: Meet Lieutenant Edward Fitzgerald Beale and learn about the US Camel Experiment of 1857 that traversed Northern Arizona. 5-7pm, The Gopher Hole
🎲 First Wednesday Game Night: Bring friends or meet new ones for board games, card games, strategy games, and more. 5-7:30pm, East Flagstaff Library
🎶 Summer Concerts in the Park Every Wed.(weather permitting) enjoy free, family-friendly, live music in a local park. Bring a picnic! 5:30-7:30pm, This week: McMillan Mesa Park (1140 Ponderosa Pkwy) Big Daddy D & the Dynamites
🟠 Bingo Night at The Station: Free to play, 6-8pm
🧠 Mead Hall Trivia Night: Challenging questions and prizes for 1st and 2nd place! Teams of up to 5. 6-8:30pm, Drinking Horn Meadery
🎧 Open Decks Workshop & Jam Time: Come learn how to DJ and then get down to the jams. Every Wednesday, 6:30-9pm ROHCT
🕺 Dancing on the Square: Bring your dancing shoes for a free lesson followed by a social dance! Lesson: 7-8pm, Social Dance: 8-10pm, Heritage Square
Thursday 7.3
🪨 Downtown Flagstaff Geology Rocks Tour: Join Willow Bend for a guided geology walking tour of Downtown inspired by local author Marie Jackson’s Stone Landmarks book. 1-2pm, Downtown
🖌 Crafternoons at Meadowlark: Recharge your batteries with a cozy creative afternoon. Bring a project, or pay $10 to use provided supplies - lots of possibilities! 5-7pm, Meadowlark Art Studio
🙋♂️ Trivia Night at Hops on Birch: 7pm every Thursday
❓TAPP’D Trivia Night: Join ‘Nice Mike’ for surprise categories each week. Free to play! 21+ Thursdays 7-9pm at Dark Sky Beer Garden
Nothing in this section is sponsored. They're just useful things to know. I'll always let you know when something's sponsored.
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MUSIC
Sometimes these are hard to track down - if you’re a musician or know of musicians with upcoming shows in Flag, send me the info so I can share here! (email [email protected] or Instagram DM @flagstaffinspires)
Tuesday 7.1
Dark Sky Beer Garden | Flagspins Vinyl Night | 6-9pm
Yucca North | Open Mic | sign ups 3pm, starts 8pm
Museum Club | Karaoke Night | 9-11:30pm
Wednesday 7.2
Hops on Birch | Open Mic | 6-10pm
Gopher Hole | Karaoke & Service Industry Night | 9:30pm
Thursday 7.3
Heritage Square | 108th Army Band | 5-7pm
Drinking Horn | Celtic Music - GreenLaw | 7-9pm
Charly's | Wild Irish Fiddle with Kate Rose| 7-9:30pm
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