“Join the world’s largest treasure hunt” is the quote on the geocaching.com website. There are approximately 2.8 million geocaches worldwide. People from all walks of life, cultures and backgrounds enjoy finding and creating geocaches. A community of 10 million people worldwide enjoy this engaging sport. If you love games, exploring and adventure, you will probably want […]
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Facts and Fun things to know about Flagstaff, AZ
Sosoba’s Restaurant – Flagstaff’s Noodle Shop
Sosoba’s is a fun and trendy noodle shop in downtown Flagstaff, AZ. Joshua Riesner, one of the owners, says the restaurant was “started to fill a niche” and that the food is “Japaneseish” and “unabashedly inauthentic”. Kyle Hashashita, says that they serve “prefectural ramen”. It has also been said that Josh and Tyler have “reinvented […]
Flagstaff Events in March, April and May 2016
Flagstaff is beautiful any time of year, but everyone loves Springtime in Flagstaff, AZ! It is the time when tulips and daffodils are showing their heads above ground and a time for spring planting! The weather actually warms up; and even if there is an occasional snowflake or two, it does not last for […]
Flagstaff Spring Events
One thing I enjoy about Flagstaff, AZ is our spring season. Our bulb flowers usually arrive pushing themselves up through snow. Despite our frequent spring snow storms and unpredictable weather, Flagstaff blooms beautifully and maintains a variety of events in spite of the unique weather. A wide range of events are being offered in Flagstaff. […]
Bookman’s Entertainment Exchange
Have you read any good books lately? Bookman’s Entertainment Exchange in Flagstaff provides a wide variety of books, magazines, movies, video games and music for your entertainment enjoyment. The first Bookman’s opened in Tucson in 1976 after Bob Oldfather bought Livingston’s Used Bookstore and its inventory from his dad for $1.00. Thirty five years later […]
Black Barts Steakhouse and Musical Revue
“Great Steaks and Fun Live Music” summarizes my experiences at Black Bart’s Steakhouse. With a western flare that even John Wayne would have called “home”, this restaurant has mouth watering steaks served with a song. Using musical community members and Northern Arizona University music majors for their waiters and waitresses, the atmosphere is truly something […]
Flagstaff, AZ Winter Activities and Events
Wanting to get away and enjoy the snow? Flagstaff, AZ has an outdoor winter activity for most all to enjoy. Here is our list of outdoor winter activities offered in Flagstaff for you to browse and hopefully enjoy: 1. Skiing or snowboarding at Arizona Snowbowl (see website for discounts and trip specials) 2. Cross country skiing […]
New Year’s Eve Pinecone Drop and New Year’s Polar Plunge
Whether just passing through or just wanting something to do on New Year’s Eve, the great Pinecone Drop from the top floor of the Weatherford Hotel in Flagstaff, AZ is a fun event for all. Many businesses stay open to help tourists and Flagstaff residents celebrate the New Year with the dropping of the 6 […]
Thanksgiving – My Favorite Holiday
The Attitude of Gratitude! I love the fact that our country has a holiday that celebrates the heartfelt attitude of thanksgiving and gratitude! At least, that seems to be the intent of President Abraham Lincoln when he set aside a day during the Civil War in 1863 for our country to celebrate “Thanksgiving and Praise […]
Flagstaff Riordan Mansion State Park
2 Brothers Marry 2 Sisters! For a romantic like myself, I find the story of the Riordan brothers quite fascinating! The camaraderie of brothers plus the companionship of sisters intertwined into family marriages presents an intriguing combination! The foursome was so close knit that they decided to build their homes into a very large duplex. […]