Flagstaff Aquaplex

Flagstaff Aquaplex offers year-round swimming in Arizona’s north pole kind of town.  It can be difficult to own and maintain an outdoor pool in Flagstaff, AZ due to cold weather temperatures and shorter warm weather season.  Alternatively, the Flagstaff Aquaplex offers a variety of indoor swimming options.  From lap swimming, open water walking, water aerobics, […]

Spring Scenery and Activities in Flagstaff, AZ

Spring is here, and the beauty of Flagstaff spring 2017 scenery is alive and becoming more and more vivid with color everyday.  Amidst periodic snow bursts that melt upon landing, Flagstaff has the signs of spring blossoming everywhere.  Even Lake Mary has taken on some record high water levels for this spring season.    Water […]

The Toasted Owl Cafe in Flagstaff, AZ

The Toasted Owl Café was one woman’s dream that was only waiting for opportunity and time to become a reality. Being a former English teacher in the Phoenix area, Cecily Maniaci arrived in Flagstaff, AZ three years ago in pursuit of her ‘Toasted Owl’ dream. Combining her one ‘toaster’, one hotplate, and 5 table operation […]

The Silver Pine Restaurant of Flagstaff, AZ

The Silver Pine Restaurant is new in Flagstaff, AZ.  The location is not, but the restaurant is.  A total makeover of the former Little America restaurant happened last summer and the new creation that emerged is the elegant Silver Pine Restaurant and Bar.  A back patio was opened up with a beautiful lava rock waterfall […]

Giving – It’s That time of Year

Giving – It’s that time of year when many people do some ‘giving’ to their favorite charity, various churches and non-profits for year end tax purposes.  The Thanksgiving holiday is over – but the ‘giving’ of thanks is something we should never get over.  Thinking and pondering over what this word actually means may ‘give’ […]

Holiday Craft Shows in Flagstaff

Holiday craft shows in Flagstaff have always proven to inspire the Christmas spirit in my “I can’t believe it is Christmas time again” attitude.  Upon entering a craft bazaar, my attitude converts to excitement as I see the amazing things people have creatively hand-crafted.  Flagstaff is known for being an ‘artsy’ town, and the holidays […]

Holiday Activities in Flagstaff, AZ.

Holiday activities in Flagstaff, AZ provide an array of fun for the entire family.  Our town calendar is filled with fun activities, arts and craft shows, amazing holiday dinners at a variety of restaurants  and places to serve and volunteer this holiday season.  Review and mark your calendars for the things your family will enjoy. […]

The Literacy Center of Flagstaff, AZ

The Literacy Center of Flagstaff, AZ displays volunteerism at its finest.  Volunteerism has been a part of our national heritage since before the Civil War.  The Huffington Post and the U.K.-based Charities Aid Foundation in December of 2014 states, “About a billion people around the world give their time to help others.”  In their March 2015 […]

Brandy’s Restaurant in Flagstaff, AZ

Brandy’s Restaurant in Flagstaff, AZ have provided locals with amazing homemade pastries, breads, egg dishes, soups and a variety of other creative cuisine for over 22 years.  From original owners, Brandy and Ed Wojciak, to the current owners, Kelsey and Jamie Drayton, Brandy’s has remained one of Flagstaff’s favorites winning “Best of Flagstaff” 16 times and […]

Fall Colors and Hikes in the Flagstaff, AZ Area

Fall colors and hikes in the Flagstaff, AZ area can be spectacular in a number of ways.  The colors can be dynamic in the Coconino National Forest and this year is no exception.  The fall hikes up into the Aspen forests of the area can be a great workout for those of all ages and […]