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 Two-Time Best of Show Winners Returning; Jurying More Stringent Sedona, AZ  (September 14 , 2011) –  Two-time Best of Show winners Donna Tousley (ceramics) of Rio Rico and Bill Colligen (gourd vessels) of Chino Valley are two of six Best of Show winners from 2010 among a field of nearly 145 juried artists and craftspeople in 11 categories to exhibit and sell their work at the 21st annual Sedona Arts Festival, Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 8 and 9 at Sedona Red Rock High School, 995 Upper Red Rock Loop Road in West Sedona.

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Voice of Choice for 89a Hosts Hometown Social Sedona, AZ (September 13, 2011) – In a perfect blend of Sedona’s community spirit and hometown pride, an Ice Cream Social will be held Sunday, Sept. 18. Free ice cream and toppings will be available as residents share with neighbors while creating ice cream sundaes between 2 pm – 5 pm at the Sedona Public Library on White Bear Rd. in West Sedona. Sponsored by Voice of Choice for 89A, a citizen committee supporting a YES vote on Proposition 410 in the November 8 election, “Make Your Own Sundae Sunday” will also…

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DORR Goes Local Sedona, AZ (September 12, 2011) – Democrats of the Red Rocks kick off its fall/winter breakfast meetings at Olde Sedona bar and Grille with focus on local issues. The popular monthly event features political personalities who present insights on critical issues that affect citizens in Sedona, the Verde Valley and the State of Arizona. This month’s event begins at 8 a.m. on Thursday September 15.  The cost is $11 which includes breakfast. Reservations are suggested. With some crucial local developments facing Sedona residents, Democrats of the Red Rocks decided to focus the first meeting of the fall…

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Influence the Transportation Service in the County Sedona, AZ (September 11, 2011)  – The City of Sedona is looking for a resident to serve as a Sedona representative on the Northern Arizona Intergovernmental Public Transportation Authority (NAIPTA) Transit Advisory Committee. Here is a chance to make a difference in the community, help design the future of public transportation in Sedona and the Verde Valley, meet new people, and have an influence on the transportation service in the county. A letter of intent expressing your qualifications and interest must be received in the City Clerk’s office no later than 5:00 p.m.…

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How Sedona Might Change for the Better Sedona, AZ (September 9, 2011) – Asking citizens to “Imagine Sedona 2020 and Beyond,” the Citizen Steering Committee for the Community Plan and the Long-Range Planning staff have scheduled a series of smaller topic-focused public meetings in September and October. The series will study seven specific topics in detail. They are: Growth and Region, Building Community, Transportation, Economy and Prosperity, Sustainability, Parks and Recreation, and Housing. The programs will break the audience out into facilitated groups with discussion guides to stimulate thinking and open discussion.

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OLLI Offers Learning Groups and Workshops at Yavapai College campuses in Sedona and Clarkdale Sedona, AZ (September 9, 2011) – Yavapai College’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) of Sedona and the Verde Valley is pleased to announce the start of the fall semester. OLLI is a dynamic organization within Yavapai College created to meet the needs of intellectually active mature adults. What makes OLLI a unique learning experience is that there is no pressure of tests, grades, or papers. It is a warm gathering of people who are endlessly curious and love to learn.

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Sedona Community Campout at Sunset Park Sedona, AZ (September 9, 2011) – Back by popular demand, Sedona Parks and Recreation is pleased to offer to our community and visitors the opportunity to camp at beautiful Sunset Park! Come join us on Friday and Saturday, September 23 to 24, 2011 at Sunset Park, 655 Sunset Drive in Sedona. For only $15 per tent, participants can join others for a night of camping under the stars, crafts for kids, telescope star viewing, and a group yoga class in the morning. This event is great for first time campers as well as seasoned…

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Susie Reed To Teach “Steps to Better Photography” Sedona, AZ (September 9, 2011) – For photographer’s who love what they do and want to improve their work the Sedona Arts Center is offering a new 4-part class taught by popular instructor Susie Reed. Her new fall class entitled “Steps to Better Photography” will be held on Sundays 1 – 4 pm and Mondays 6 – 9 pm, September 11 – 19, at the Sedona Arts Center, Gallery Building’s South Studio.

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The Cunninghams Join Vismaya Sedona, AZ (September 7, 2011) A special musical presentation is offered at Marketplace Cafe this Saturday, September 10, 2011. Vismaya, a local favorite, will sing a European Jazz cabaret accompanied by Allen Ames on guitar and violin, and bassist Daren Burns. The show begins at 7 p.m. A special guest appearance by The Cunninghams will add congas, saxophone and hot Latin percussion to the evening with Vismaya.

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Three Crucial Issues of Local Concern  Sedona, AZ (September 7, 2011) – On Thursday, September 15 at 8:00 a.m., Democrats of the Red Rocks will hold a public forum on three issues currently before Sedona citizens. Olde Sedona Bar and Grill  1407 West Highway 89a in Sedona will host the event. Doors open at 8:00 a.m. and program starts at 8:30 a.m. Breakfast will be served and the cost is $11. Doors open at 8:00am at the Olde Sedona Bar and Grill, 1407 W. SR89A. Cost is $11 which includes breakfast.

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Ian Whitehead to Teach Beginning Photographers Sedona, AZ (September 7, 2011) – Many photography workshops, especially those with trips into the field, are intended for advanced amateurs and early professionals. By contrast, here is a workshop intended from the outset for beginning photographers or at least those who see themselves in that category. In this workshop SAGA Master Photographer Ian Whitehead teaches a workshop for beginning photographers that will help them move their photography to the next level in a workshop That will teach them how to use the seemingly confusing controls on their cameras.

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 Learn Instant-Recall Memory at NAWBO Sedona, AZ (September 7, 2011) – The Sedona – Verde Valley chapter of National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBOSVV) will be hosting memorable speaker Sean O’Neil on Thursday, September 8th at 11:15am at Poco Diablo in Sedona. Sean M. O’Neil, President of Remember Media, LLC and Founder and CEO of his speaking & training company, Memory Dynamics, Inc., is regarded as one of America’s most entertaining and motivating speakers on the topic of developing an instant‐recall memory. Known to his clients as The Memory Guy, Sean is a firm believer that “People will never…

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 Forest Plan Revision Moves Forward Sedona, AZ (September 7, 2011) – As summer draws to a close, the Forest Plan Revision process is rocking and rolling along! In early summer, the Plan Revision Team worked with the Coconino National Forest leadership and resource specialists to incorporate the input received from the public during our most recent phase of informal comment (February/March 2011) into the proposed revised forest plan. Per the environmental analysis process (NEPA process), we also developed alternatives that addressed the public input that wasn’t incorporated into the proposed revised plan. At this time, the Plan Revision Team is…

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Falling in Love with Arizona by Beverly Lehnhardt Sedona, AZ (September 5, 2011) – Twelve years ago, I fell in love with Arizona. Its rugged beauty; the colorful, almost surreal rainbows and sunsets; and its ever-changing landscapes totally captured my heart. Back then, I thought I knew who I was and what I wanted, but Arizona, particularly Sedona….changed me. And prepared me for things new and different… It seems nearly impossible to live amongst the beauty of the red rocks and not feel an inner push to be creative. After several years, I finally surrendered to the nearly tangible urge…

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Sedona Signature Event September 10th Sedona, AZ (September 5, 2011) – Signaling the coming of fall, a very special signature Sedona event tells us it’s time to get out and have some fun. So don’t miss the popular Fiesta del Tlaquepaque, celebrating Mexican Independence Day, and now in its 38th year at Tlaquepaque Arts & Crafts Village. The bring-your-whole-family fiesta takes place on Saturday September 10th from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. Spend the day enjoying several world-class music performances, vibrant traditional dance, fabulous food and fun activities for kids. Admission is free!

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