TOGETHER WITH

Good morning, Flagstaff! Hard to believe we’re already thinking about school again - but there’s still a bit more summer fun to be had!

In today’s Flagstaff Inspires:

• 🏡 Help for first-time homebuyers with CHAP

• 🐝 Catch a buzz at the Adult Spelling Bee

• 📝 City of Flagstaff begins recruiting a new City Manager

Let’s go!

— Alissa Zorn

SPONSORED BY NORTHERN SKIES ACADEMY

Homeschooling in Flagstaff? You Don’t Have to Go It Alone!

Hi, I’m Kara Noble—founding attorney at Obsidian Ridge Law and co-founder of Northern Skies Academy. Every Thursday, we’re building something special: a place where homeschoolers can learn, connect, and thrive.

At Northern Skies, we’re more than just a drop-off—we’re a community built for families like yours.

Now enrolling for Kindergarten through 5th grade, our curriculum focuses on:
📚 History, science, and art
🎨 Creative expression through literature and hands-on projects
🧠 Support for subjects often skipped at home
👫 A strong sense of community and connection

We believe kids learn best when they feel welcomed, inspired, and free to be themselves—and that’s exactly what we’re creating here in Flagstaff.

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AROUND TOWN

Help for First-time Homebuyers

🏡 The Community Homebuyer Assistance Program (CHAP) is made to help to lower barriers to home ownership in Flagstaff. CHAP begins in August, funded by Prop 442 and administered by Housing Solutions of Northern Arizona (HSNA).

First-time homebuyers can apply for CHAP loans to assist with down payment and closing costs. Loan funds of up to $50,000 will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Households earning up to 150% of Area Median Income can apply. More information and applications for this program are on the HSNA site.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING

🌟 Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat: With musical styles from pop/rock to country, this sparkling musical comedy follows young Joseph as he faces adversity and triumphs. 7:30-9:30pm, Theatrikos - show runs July 17-August 10

🎭 Flag Shakes Brings The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) [revised] [again] and King Lear to Lowell Observatory: Come watch these wonderful plays under the stars with the dramatic beauty the observatory as a backdrop. Tickets available through August 3rd.

🎄📚 Christmas in July Book Sale: Browse a wide selection of books for all ages and interests—perfect for summer reading or early holiday gifts! Hosted by Friends of Flagstaff Library. July 25 11am-3pm, July 26 11am-6pm, Americana Motor Hotel

Friday 7.25

👨‍👧‍👦 Storytime with Miss Annie: Bring toddlers and pre-schoolers for stories, songs, and play. Free, 10:30-11am, Bookmans

🧶The Knitting Hour: All skill levels welcome! Every 4th Friday members of Fiber Artists of Northern Arizona Guild are available to teach beginners and help knitters out. 1-3pm, Downtown Library

🌄 Mountain Town Market at The Hive: A fun evening market with produce, breads, eggs and more. 4-8pm, The Hive

🐝 Adult Spelling Bee: Have a buzzingly good time spelling words that might make you blush, or just have a few laughs as others attempt to work out childhood fears. 6pm, Drinking Horn Meadery - registration from 5-5:45pm

🕺 Bingo, Beats, & Beer: Funky bingo night! Enjoy the game with a beer and music curated by El Coyote. 6:30-8:30pm, Hops on Birch

Saturday 7.26

🛠 Build Together Play Together: In partnership with The Home Depot, kids can build their own project using free kits. Enjoy yard games, a bubble party, the PALS Mobile, a fire truck, and more! 8am-12pm, Hal Jensen Rec Center

🧘‍♀️ Yoga in the Square: FREE and open to all, Led by The Foundry. 9am-10am, Heritage Square

👜Urban Flea Market: An eclectic market featuring a mix of vintage, upcycled, artisan, antiques, previously loved treasures! 9am-2pm, City Hall Parking Lot

🎒 Back-to-School Health Fair: Low cost sports physicals, free childhood immunizations, fun, games, and back- to-school resources. 9am-1pm, Coconino County Health and Human Services Office Parking Lot

🐖 Farm Addiction Community Market: Support local farmers and artisans. Petting zoo, baked goods and more. 10am-3pm, C-A-L Ranch Parking Lot

👨‍👧📖 Saturday Story Stop: A fun-filled storytime for all ages. 10:30-11am Downtown Library

🦅 Live Raptor Talk: Come see live raptors from the International Raptor and Falconry Center! 10:30-12:30am, The Arboretum

🐶 Paws & Claus: Dog Adoption Event: Come meet your new best friend at the Coconino Humane Association Dog Adoption Event during the Christmas in July festivities. 11am-3pm, Americana Motor Hotel

🍻 Snowbowl X Hensley Brew Fest: Sample top brews from beloved local and national breweries during this Brew Fest benefiting Flagstaff Shelter Services. 12-4pm, Sky Bar Deck at Agassiz Lodge

🧹 'Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone’ at Movies on the Square: Live music & activities kick off at 5pm 🎬 Bring chairs and blankets! Movies begin at dusk, Heritage Square

🌈🎲 Queer Game Night: Enjoy a fun-filled evening of board games, good company, and community support. 50% of the entry cost benefits one-n-ten. 6pm-12am, Good Game Cafe

Sunday 7.27

🥕 Flagstaff Community Market: A lively outdoor farmers market featuring fresh regional produce, prepared food, flowers, breads, local honey, art, and more! 8am-1pm City Hall

🚲 Spin on the Square: Kickstart your Sunday with sunshine, sweat, and tunes in the heart of Downtown! 9-9:45am, Heritage Square, Register ahead

📝 Poetry on the Lawn with Laura Adrienne Brady: Join local writers for poetry workshops on the lawn of the Downtown Library! 11am-1pm, Downtown Library

🐕 Puppy Yoga: All ages welcome for a relaxing yoga session surrounded by wagging tails and playful energy. Plus, all participating pups are looking for their forever homes! 10:30-11:30am, Dark Sky Beer Garden

🌿 Terrarium Workshop: Create your own mini ecosystem to take home. No green thumb required! 3-4:30pm, Historic Brewing Barrel House

🎨 Sunday Crafternoon: Bookmans provides supplies, you provide creativity! Come create in a no pressure environment - origami, collage, painting, etc. 3-5pm, Bookmans Cafe

🔮 Tarot and Rune Readings: Wrap up the month with a unique experience of insight and intrigue! Come early, spots can fill up fast. 5-8pm, Drinking Horn Meadery

🧘‍♀️Yoga at Brightside: a fun and uplifting all-levels yoga class, surrounded by the feel-good-vibes at Bright Side Bookshop. This special ticketed event will benefit Flagstaff Shelter Services. 6-7pm, Bright Side Bookshop

Monday 7.28

🐻 Free Family Film Series - Paddington in Peru: Mondays during the Summer families can enjoy free movies. RSVP for a spot! 6:30pm, The Orpheum

🔵Bingo Night at Dark Sky: $5 and 100% of entry fees go directly to the chosen non-profit of the month. Regular Bingo 5:45-8pm Bonus Bingo 8-9pm, Dark Sky Beer Garden

Flagstaff Inspires is possible because of our awesome business sponsors and donations from community supporters. Thank you for keeping Flagstaff Inspires sustainable and accessible for all!

MUSIC

Friday 7.25

Hops on Birch | Pablo G | 4-6pm
The Station Cafe & Lounge | Karaoke Happy Hour | 6pm
Dark Sky Beer Garden | Live Music | 6-8pm
Heritage Square | The Carbonics | 6-8pm
Awa Kava Bar | Open Mic | 7:30pm, sign ups 7pm
The Orpheum | The SoapGirls with The Blissins | 8pm
Mountain Top Taproom | Soh Cah Toa | 8-11pm
Monte V | Optimal Delusion | 9:30pm
Gopher Hole | The Rivals | 9:30pm

Saturday 7.26

Bookmans | Nate Bull | 11am-1pm
Wanderlust | Brad & Deb | 5-7pm
Flag Brew | Brian Melvin’s Grateful Jam | 7pm
Mountain Top Taproom | Jack Oc & the Alien, Baby Moth | 8pm
Yucca North | DREAMS - an EDM Event | 9pm-2am

Sunday 7.27

Heritage Square | Patrick Todd & Shane Haberstroh | 12-2pm
Agassiz Lodge Snowbowl | Live From 9500’ | 12-4pm
Flag Brew | The Blenders | 2-5pm
Wanderlust | Bluegrass Jam | 2:30-4:30pm
Mother Road | Mother Road Trio | 4-6pm
Yucca North | Sunday Jazz Society - house band + open jam | 7-10pm
The Hive | Facepulp, Death Support, Suicide Forest, Ahi Naahai | 7pm | $15, all ages

Monday 7.28

Dark Sky Brewing | The Have Nothings | 6-8pm
Museum Club | Open Mic | 6-9pm
Mountain Top Taproom | Open Mic | 7-11pm

CONNECTIONS

Jobs and Opportunities

• Flagstaff Family Food Center is hiring.

• City of Flagstaff has begun a nationwide recruitment process for a new City Manager.

• City of Flagstaff Sustainability Office is hiring a Waste Prevention Specialist.

• City of Flagstaff has a Work Study opportunity for a Fall 2025 Digital Communications Intern.

• City of Flagstaff is looking for members for the Beautification and Public Art Commission.

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