Good morning, this is your Flagstaff Local Frequency for Saturday, April 19, 2025. Flagstaff is buzzing with activity as the weekend kicks off, and there is plenty to talk about, so let’s dive into what’s happening around town today.First up, one of the most anticipated community events of the season is taking place—Flagstaff’s annual Earth Day Celebration at Bushmaster Park. The festivities run from 11 this morning until two in the afternoon, with live music, free workshops, delicious food from local food trucks, and booths from dozens of organizations celebrating sustainability. If you wake up early, you can join the community litter clean-up starting at nine, or hop on your bike for the community ride leaving the Flagstaff Visitor Center at ten. Don’t worry about parking your bike—a free bike valet has you covered, and if you want to take the bus, Mountain Line is offering free rides all day on every route, making it easy and green to get to the park. Music lovers can catch performances by Cameron Jameson, the bands Side Project and Deviled Eggs, and flutist Aaron White, so there’s no shortage of sound for your Saturday.If you’re looking to learn something new, free hands-on workshops are running throughout the day at the park, ranging from gardening to recycling tips. Accessibility is a focus this year, with wheelchair-friendly spaces, ramps, and interpreters for American Sign Language to make sure everyone can join the celebration. It’s a great way to connect with your neighbors and give back to the planet right here in Flagstaff.On the community front, recent days saw nearly twenty-five hundred Flagstaff residents rallying at City Hall as part of nationwide “Hands Off” protests against federal government cuts. The event was notable for its turnout, making it the largest demonstration Flagstaff has seen this year. Local educators and activists highlighted the importance of protecting health care, Social Security, and democratic values—a testament to Flagstaff’s civic spirit and engagement.For those traveling or heading out of town, be aware of continuing prescribed burns in the area, and keep an eye on I-40—recent accidents have caused occasional closures, so check local alerts before you hit the road.And a quick update: while Earth Day celebrations are in full swing today, if you had friends hoping to join in, remind them that the city has emphasized safe and healthy gatherings, and volunteers are still welcome for future sustainability efforts even if they can’t make it today.That’s the pulse of Flagstaff this Saturday. Whether you’ll be out celebrating Earth Day, volunteering, or just enjoying the mountain air, there’s no shortage of ways to connect with your community and the environment. This has been Flagstaff Local Frequency. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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