Flagstaff's Winter Wonderland: Holiday Cheer, Blood Drives, and Historic Tours

Good morning, this is your Flagstaff Local Frequency for Sunday, December 21st. Kick off your winter solstice day with some heartwarming holiday cheer right here in our cozy mountain town, where the snow dusts the pines and community spirit shines brightest. Start your morning at the Flagstaff Mall, where the Give the Gift of Life Blood Drive is underway from 10am to 3pm today in Retail Space A003 by JCPenney. Sponsored by the mall, its a perfect way to make a real difference donors save lives while entering drawings for gift cards, snagging free pizza slices and soft drinks from Fratelli Pizza, plus $15 rewards cards and surprise gifts for drives through early January. Head to vitalant.org with code FLGmall to book, or just walk up this act of kindness could be the gift that keeps on giving to local hospitals facing holiday shortages. Around noon, swing by the mall again for the Canine Holiday Series at 12pm a fun 30-minute event celebrating our furry friends with festive flair, blending pets and holiday joy in true Flagstaff style. Families, dont miss out on free photos with Santa happening throughout the day too capture those magical moments amid the shopping buzz. As evening falls, immerse yourself in history at Riordan Mansion State Historic Park with the Christmas Twilight Tour at 5pm. Picture this 1904 Arts and Crafts gem glowing under original Edison-style bulbs, festively decked with wreaths, garlands, and a towering old-fashioned tree. Guided walks dive into Christmas traditions past and present, including the Billiards Room transparencies and folklore tales recommended for ages 12 and up, reservations essential via azstateparks.com or by calling 928-779-4395. Weather permitting, luminarias light the path for a stunning grounds stroll until 6pm, with hot apple cider in the visitor center for just $5 park admission. Its a twinkling reminder of Flagstaffs logging-era elegance, connecting us to the pioneers who built this town. On the public safety front, keep an eye out authorities are searching for missing person David Salazar and a vulnerable adult in our area, so if you spot anything, call Flagstaff Police right away. Meanwhile, the City Council recently voted to end the Flock Safety Camera contract, sparking debates on privacy versus security, and Coconino County launched a multi-agency program targeting violent offenders to bolster our streets. For tonight, bundle up for live music at Mother Road Brewing Company with Seenan taking the stage, pairing craft brews with acoustic vibes. Tomorrows Light-a-Life event at the mall wraps up a season of hope, lighting up displays through December 23rd. Stay warm, stay connected, and make today count in our vibrant Flagstaff community. This has been Flagstaff Local Frequency. Well see you tomorrow with more local updates. For more http://www.quietplease.ai Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.