Special Guest Jimmy Mack Joins for One Night Sedona, AZ (September 20, 2011) – AMITABHA offers a “different music for all people” and in an era of sound-alike world beat bands they have created a sound like no other. The band is Sedona based and one of the most colorful and enchanting music ensembles. It’s members include well known musicians, Keith Kavisic-vocals, guitar, didgeridoo, Terry Bryant-vocals, guitar, percussion Leah Lemat-spoken word, sm percussion, keyboard Wing-drumset, percussion , and Barry Carollo- bass. Come get a “Mack attack” with the incomparable Jimmy Mack sitting in on bass tonight.
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4th annual Gathering for Communications and Outreach Sedona, AZ (September 20, 2011) – As part of the Sedona City Council’s ongoing communications efforts and community outreach, the fourth of the quarterly Neighborhood Listening sessions will take place on Wednesday, September 28, 2011 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Sedona Public Library, 3250 White Bear Road. This meeting will cover the geographical area of Rodeo Road to Bristlecone Pines. Come share your thoughts on issues related to the City of Sedona. For more information, contact the City Manager’s office at 204-7127.
Sedona, AZ (Sept 20, 2011) – The second in a series of seven topic workshops will be held on Wed. Sept. 21 at 6:00 p.m. at the West Sedona School, Multi-Purpose Room located at 570 Posse Ground Road. This workshop is focused on the retention of small-town values, enhanced opportunities for people to interact, what activities and events should we celebrate, gathering places, education, health and safety. We need your ideas and participation to help draft Sedona’s new Community Plan. Bring a friend, neighbor or your business colleague! For more information contact: Kathy Levin, Associate Planner City of Sedona Community…
The Road System in the U.S. Didn’t Just Happen Sedona, AZ (September 20, 2011) – I firmly believe that a major benefit from traveling abroad is the new perspectives it gives on what you have at home. My wife, Beverly, and I have just finished a week of driving on the “wrong” side of the road. We were traveling by car, with friends, through southern England and Wales. Staying in B&Bs all the way gave us a great opportunity to interact with local people, and despite the typical on-again-off-again rain that followed us the entire time, it was a great…
Fiber Arts Sedona Exhibition at Sedona City Hall Sedona, AZ (September 19, 2011) – It isn’t every city that has a gallery, but Sedona isn’t “every city”. It’s the “City animated by the arts” and it makes sense that it offers an exhibition space for local artists. For the next 3 months Fiber Arts Sedona (FAS) will be exhibiting their work, from wall sculptures to quilts to fiber paintings constructed of natural objects. This exhibition opens on September 26th and runs through January First and can be viewed at the City Manager’s office and the Vultee conference room at Sedona…
4th Annual Mayor’s Arts Awards Ceremony Sedona, AZ (September 19, 2011) – The City of Sedona Arts & Culture Commission invites you to attend the 4th Annual Mayor’s Arts Awards on Thursday, November 10, at 5:30 p.m. The ceremony, including hors d’oeuvres and a no-host cash bar, will take place at Los Abrigados Resort & Spa in the Landmark Ballroom and is sponsored by Diamond Resorts International. The Mayor’s Arts Awards recognizes individuals, organizations, and businesses that have made outstanding contributions to the success of the arts in the City of Sedona. Those chosen to receive this year’s Mayor’s Arts…
Sedona Parks and Recreation Classes Sedona, AZ (September 19,2011) – Fall is the perfect time to enjoy exercising outdoors. Beginning September 15, adults can enjoy Cardio Tennis classes being offered at Posse Grounds Park through the Parks and Recreation Department. Not to be confused with tennis lessons, these are a high energy, fast paced, unique spin on the typical exercise class. USPTA Tennis Professional, Suzie Brown will lead participants through drills and routines all set to music. Enjoy the fresh air, beautiful view and camaraderie that is shared with others during this energetic class. No tennis experience is necessary, just…
900 City and Town Officials Gather in Tucson Sedona, AZ (Sept. 19, 2011) – More than 900 city and town officials, legislators, business leaders and guests from across the state gathered in Tucson, Ariz. for the League of Arizona Cities and Towns Annual Conference, which was held August 30-September 2 at the Marriott Starr Pass Resort.
Plan Revealed for Improvements to I- 17 Between Sedona Turnoff and Flagstaff Sedona, AZ (September 19, 2011) – The Arizona Department of Transportation and the Federal Highway Administration will hold a public hearing in the Village of Oak Creek in preparation of a long-range plan for the improvement of Interstate 17 between State Route 179 (the Sedona turnoff) and Interstate 40. The interchange design at this location will be a topic of discussion. The meeting will take place: Wednesday, September 21, 2011 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., presentation at 5:15 p.m. Oakcreek Country Club 690 Bell Rock Blvd. Village of…
City Engineer Shares Web Secrets Sedona, AZ (September 19, 2011) – The City of Sedona Public Works Department plays a broad role in serving our community through its work regarding Wastewater, Stormwater and Maintenance of Streets, Parks and City buildings. By accessing the Public Works webpage at www.SedonaAz.gov/publicworks, you can learn about each of the Public Works divisions.
Sedona City Council Issues Proclamation for “Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve” Week Sedona, AZ (September 19, 2011) – On September 13, 2011, the City of Sedona issued a proclamation designating the week of September 19 to 23, 2011 as “Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve” Week. This week coincides with the Department of Defense Freedom Awards, which recognize the top 15 employers nationally for their outstanding support of our men and women who serve in the Guard and Reserves. Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) is a Department of Defense agency that seeks to promote…
What Banned Book Is In Your Criminal Background? Sedona, AZ (September 19, 2011) by Adrea Lhotka, Public Services Librarian Banned Books Week is an annual event promoting the freedom to read and the importance of the First Amendment. It’s a time when booksellers and libraries alike bring attention to their common mission to supply books and information to meet the needs of diverse communities. Sponsors of Banned Books Week are the American Booksellers Association; American Booksellers Foundation for Free Expression; the American Library Association; American Society of Journalists and Authors; Association of American Publishers; and the National Association of College…
Celebration Attracts Traditional Celtic Musicians, Pipers, Dancers, Storytellers Sedona, AZ (September 16, 2011) – Sedona’s Red Rocks will ring with five days of celtic-themed fun beginning on Tuesday, September 20 and culminating with the Third Annual Celtic Harvest Festival Sedona on September 24, 2011 from 9:30am-5:30pm in the Tequa Festival Marketplace. This unique celebration will feature fine traditional Celtic Musicians, Pipers, Dancers and Storytellers. Performers include Welsh Master of Music John Good and his band Tramor with guest vocalist Brid Dower, mandolin virtuoso Billy Parker, percussion wizard Sule Greg Wilson and Master Storyteller Liz Warren. Special Guests will include Vyktoria…
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Sedona Public Library Sedona, AZ (September 16, 2011) – Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 – October 15) honors the diversity and contributions of Spanish-speaking people in the United States. This is the third year that Latino Services is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, and I’m taking expanding the festivities this time by offering a thorough multi-media program. Everyone is invited to celebrate “La Hispanidad” on Friday, September 23 at 6:00 p.m. in the Si Birch Community Room. There will be an exciting array of Hispanic displays, music, dance, history, and food for the enjoyment of the…
The Community Decides What Highway Improvements Are Appropriate Editorial by Angela Le Fevre Sedona, AZ (September 15, 2011) – Imagine west Sedona in ten years. Do you see something MORE than a five lane commercial highway cutting through our town, with dozens of 35-foot tall lights, a suicide lane, strip malls, no greenery, and no new pedestrian crossings? If you do envision and want more, then you should vote YES for this ballot measure. Now picture our main street’s possibilities: lit pedestrian crossings, landscaped medians to replace the suicide lane, trees, benches, walkways along the side of the road leading…