Did you know March is Optimism Month? To celebrate, we’re focusing on a ton of tips for bringing extra touches of bliss into your life and home!
We’ve talked about how to be happy in your life in general and around your home … but how about your home town? Whether Flagstaff has been home all your life or just for a few months, we invite you to get out and enjoy some of these five fun Flagstaff happenings taking place this weekend! Because when it comes to happy … There’s no place like home!
Lights Out Flagstaff
March 27 – 28, 2015
Heritage Square/Lowell Observatory/NAU
Join in this awesome celebration of the First International Dark Sky City! This weekend is all about celebrating the beauty of Flagstaff’s amazing night sky display by turning off your lights and enjoying the stars. The event will kick off at Heritage Square on Friday, March 27th, with public astronomy programs including a free shuttle to Buffalo Park and a guided tour of Flagstaff’s night sky and dark-sky friendly light fixtures! The fun continues on Saturday with free admission to Lowell Observatory from 5 – 10 PM and an Earth Hour celebration at the Central Quad on NAU’s campus from 8:30 – 9:30 PM! (Never heard of Earth Hour? Learn more about it here!)
Market of Dreams Grand Opening
March 28, 2015
Market of Dreams (East 7th Ave)
The Market of Dreams, or Mercado de los Sueños, is an awesome grassroots project connecting dozens of organizations around Flagstaff and Northern Arizona with people of all ages to foster grassroots community leadership and “beautify and enhance the 4th street corridor”. This multi-cultural cooperative market and micro-business center will celebrate its grand opening on Saturday, March 28th, with music and entertainment from 12 – 6 PM. Check out the amazing crafts, jewelry, woodworking, household goods, and other art work all produced locally, and support both the local arts and the entrepreneurial efforts of local contributors! You can learn more about the Market of Dreams on their website, www.marketofdreams.com!
Laser Tag
March 27 – 29, 2015
Flagstaff Mall and The Marketplace
Real Talk: When we found out there was laser tag at the Mall, we may have screamed a little! Here’s another chance to support a local business, as Battlezone Laser Tag is locally owned and operated! The playing field is huge, and offers great fun for laser tag warriors of all ages. (PS: They also have a mobile laser tag set up available for special events and parties … talk about a way to instantly show up your neighbor’s party!) Battlezone is open on Fridays from 3 – 9 PM, Saturdays 12 – 9 PM, and Sunday 12 – 6 PM! Stop by for open play, or get in touch with them directly for private party or group rates!
Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band
March 27, 2015
The Orpheum Theater
If the name isn’t enough to pique your interest, the mixed sound of this band might be what it takes. A mix of deep funk, high energy rock, old school rap, and soul, this five-member band is known for its high-energy live shows and “outrageous stage wear.” We checked out a performance of their track “Ante Up” … and we just might see you at the show if that song alone is any indication of all they have to offer! And the Orpheum has never let us down when it comes to amazing live performances that will have the whole town buzzing. We’re officially dubbing this our “Can’t Miss” Event for this Friday!
Playwright Café
March 29, 2015
Theatrikos Theatre Company @ Charly’s Pub & Grill
For just $5 you can enjoy three one-act plays in one night! And it’s at Charly’s, which means a good time plus a tasty meal. The three plays are by Will Cordeiro, and will be directed by Emily Vandevier. The plays kickoff at 6:30 PM with doors open at 5:30. Theatrikos is Flagstaff’s premiere theatre company, so it’s sure to be a good time! If you’re looking for some more theater action, consider checking out “Funny Money” by Ray Cooney at The Doris Harper-White Community Playhouse. Showings for this play are available on Friday and Saturday with Sunday matinees. Check out other upcoming Theatrikos productions here!
We hope to see you out and about this weekend! No matter what your plans, have fun and be happy!