🍰 We’ve got a new bakery in town!

TOGETHER WITH

Good morning, Flagstaff! First off, a big thank you - we now have over 3,000 subscribers! Thanks for reading and sharing this newsletter. More readers means more people connecting, creating, and just having FUN in our town.

Today in Flagstaff Inspires:

• 🎨 Feedback wanted for a new 3D Artwork to be placed on Cedar and West

• 🍯 Creative night out with Haikus and Honey

• 🎶 Wild Irish Community Dance workshop returns

Let’s go!

— Alissa Zorn

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AROUND TOWN

🎨 Community Input Needed for a New 3D Artwork

Flagstaff’s Beautification Arts & Sciences is commissioning a piece of art for the juncture of East Cedar Ave. & North West St. as part of the Spruce Wash Wedge Detention Project. Take their quick online survey to give the artist team your insights on what makes this part of town special and help inspire a site-specific sculpture.

🛤 Citizen's Review of Flagstaff Regional Plan 2045 Wednesday

This Citizen’s Review Session will include an overview of the plan and address questions. Wednesday August 27th, 4pm, City Hall Council Chambers.

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🍰 We’ve got a new bakery in town! Flagstaff Baking Co. is located at 119 S San Francisco St, next door to Southside Tavern. I have it on good authority that their espresso brownies are delicious.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING

🦋 Finding Meaning and Hope Series for Caregivers: Are you struggling with taking care of a loved one with dementia? This FREE series features videos and discussion based on the groundbreaking book, Loving Someone Who Has Dementia: How to Find Hope While Coping with Stress and Grief by Pauline Boss, Ph.D. Remote Class via Zoom, Wednesdays 1:30-3pm, Aug.27 - Oct. 22, Contact George Hamblin [email protected] or (928) 679-7263 for more info & to register

Tuesday 8.26

🌠Astronomy on Tap: Hear a fascinating talk by an astronomer while you enjoy a beer. This event is hosted by Lowell Observatory and features a new speaker and presentation every month. 6:30-8:30pm, Mother Road Brewing

🎬 CAL Film Series - The Third Man: College of Arts and Letters film gurus, Paul Donnelly and Paul Helford, present this screening and discussion series of B movies, cult classics and midnight specials! Free, open to the public. 7-9pm at Cline Library Assembly Hall

📝🍺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.

💃 Tuesday Night Swing: Come boogie! Learn & practice those groovy moves with Flagstaff Swing. Intermediate class at 7pm, beginner at 7:30, followed by open social dance sessions 8-10pm, Firecreek Coffee, $5 cover

🍯 Haikus and Honey: Enjoy a creative night out at a fun Haiku writing gathering with friendly guidance to get your creative muscles working. 8pm, Drinking Horn Meadery - FREE, but registration requested here to estimate group size

Wednesday 8.27

🌄 Flagstaff Mountain Town Market Downtown: Come for local produce, treats, pop-up shops from downtown businesses, and more! 3pm-dusk, Heritage Square

🎵 Wild Irish Community Dance Workshop: Irish group dances for all! World rhythms and improvisational twists! Taught by Kate Rose. 6-8pm, Joe C. Montoya Community Center

🟠 Bingo Night at The Station: Free to play - grab your crew, enjoy drink specials, and win some prizes! 6-8pm, The Station Cafe

🧠 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

👾 Level Up! Video Games and DJ Set: Beat the midweek slump with a night of chill beats, cocktails, and video games on a 15 foot video wall! 8pm-12am, Yucca North

Thursday 8.28

🃏 Cribbage Night: Whether you're a longtime fan of the game or just learning the ropes, come play and meet new friends! 7-10pm, Good Game Cafe

🙋‍♂️ 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, Dark Sky Beer Garden

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Flagstaff Inspires is always free thanks to the support of business sponsors and the kind donations of our community.

MUSIC

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 8.26

Dark Sky Beer Garden | Flagspins Vinyl Night | 6-9pm
Drinking Horn | Open Mic | 6pm sign-up, 6:30-9:30pm
Museum Club | Karaoke Night | 9-11:30pm

Wednesday 8.27

Wheeler Park | Flagstaff Friends of Traditional Music Bluegrass Jam | 12-1pm
Hops on Birch | Open Mic | 6-10pm
Charly’s | Blues Night - Gary Segal | 7-9:30pm | $5
Gopher Hole | Karaoke & Service Industry Night | 9:30pm

Thursday 8.28

Heritage Square | The Rusty Porch Pickers | 5-7pm
Drinking Horn | Celtic Music - GreenLaw | 7-9pm
Charly's | Wild Irish Fiddle with Kate Rose | 7-9:30pm

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Jobs & Opportunities

• Grand Canyon Railway & Hotel is hiring for multiple positions.

Volunteers are still needed Aug. 27–29 to help conduct the 2025 Coconino County Summer Point-In-Time Count. Sign up to volunteer here.

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