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Hickory’s Smokehouse BBQ in Flagstaff, AZ

Hickory’s Smokehouse BBQ Restaurant

Hickory’s Smokehouse BBQ offers jaw droppin’, finger lickin’ good barbecue that can satisfy the craving for good ole Texas barbecue.  Hickory’s was a place we often drove by but never stopped long enough to have a bite to eat.  Recently, this changed.  Four of us decided to try a place we had not experienced, and Hickory’s won the debate.  Not too long after my first bite, I knew that I needed to write a blogpost about Hickory’s.Continue reading→

Geocaching – A Worldwide Treasure Hunt

“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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

Flagstaff Holiday Events 2015

The Christmas holidays are here, and there are many Flagstaff holiday events to enjoy in Arizona this year!  Check out these events and websites:   Flagstaff 365 Events Calendar: Flagstaff Festival of the Trees at the Arboretum– November 13-December 5 Annual Ceramic Holiday Sale by the NAU Clay Club presented by NAU, College of Arts and […]

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. […]

Flagstaff November Events

Raining!  Yesterday was bright and sunny.  Today’s forecast:  rain.  Tomorrow’s:  snow!  Such is the fall weather in Flagstaff! Despite up and down weather changes, Flagstaff continues to host fun fall events this November and December!   Forest colors continue to be vibrant as new trees brighten with heightened change and other leaves dim as they […]

Higher Grounds Coffee

How do you say “Fair Trade” & “Organic”? You say:  “Higher Grounds“! This quaint, close-to-the-college coffee cafe is one of my favorites!  I love to “hang-out” on their comfortable living room type chairs, peruse the internet and sip hot coffee flavored with vanilla and coconut milk.   Friends and I meet here once a week […]

Spectacular Flagstaff Fall Events

Falling Into Flagstaff Spectacular Events  It’s here – fall has come to Flagstaff!  The weather is cooler and my overflowing tomato plants are starting to drop their discolored leaves!  Despite the fact that winter is around the corner, there are spectacular events in Flagstaff this fall!  Here are a few of my favorites: 1.  To […]