Sedona AZ (August 23, 2014) – The Sedona-Oak Creek Airport Authority has notified all businesses at Sedona Airport that beginning the week of August 18th, numerous construction projects are scheduled to commence. According to Rod Propst, general manager, these projects will continue for the next three months and include a full repaving of Airport Road as well of several construction projects on the Airport Mesa.
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By Henry Twombly, Sedona Resident(August 22, 2014) As residents of Sedona, we are governed by three polities: the City, the School District and the Fire District. And all three of them keep increasing their budgets and our taxes. The City is proposing a budget of $38 million, when last time we voted for Home Rule this year’s proposed budget was only $34 million, which was $9 million more than the State would allow. The mill rate for the Fire District keeps climbing: 1.40 (2011-2), 1.63 (2012-3), 2.02 (2013-4), and 2.13 (2014-5). As mostly does the School District’s: 2.22 (2011-2), 2.78 (2012-3),…
Sedona AZ (August 22, 2014) – Red Rose Thriftique would like to invite you to attend the very first Meet-and-Greet with local Sedona Artist, Robin Light. The event will take place Thursday August 28 between noon and 2:00 pm at 41 Bell Rock Plaza in the Village of Oak Creek. Robin Light is an artist, natural health enthusiast, and lifelong animal lover. She has been able to combine all of her passions into one as founder and creative force behind StreamsOfEnergy.com. Although she possesses no medical degree, she is a research junkie and specializes in teaching others how to use what nature…
By Ted Grussing … orchids are strange creatures and their various parts function to oversee the pollination and continuation of the species … thought of a few other descriptions, but will let them go for now. Looked up the parts of an orchid and they take away the mystery of this beautiful flower and describe the living mystery as though it were just another item in a Sears Catalog … remember them? Anyhow, enjoy the inner beauty of this orchid … pure function is always beautiful.
Sedona AZ (August 22, 2014) – Earth Spirits are brought to life at Sedona Arts Center in Uptown Sedona September 5–30, 2014. It is said that Earth Spirits bring order and structure to the creative impulses that emanate from our souls. Come explore the rich and engaging art that is not only grounded to the earth with the materials the artists’ use, but also in the final work they create.
Deva Premal & Miten with Manose & Friends Concert on September 9 at Sedona Performing Arts Center Sedona AZ (August 22, 2014) – Their 2014 MANTRAS FOR LIFE tour is touching down in twenty-two countries around the globe, including Russia, Ukraine, Israel, Australia, the USA, Canada, Peru, Brazil, Chile, Argentina and many more in Europe. They have a new album and a new five piece band, but the love Deva Premal & Miten generate in their perpetually sold-out concerts remains unwavering.
By Jean Jenks, Sedona Resident(August 21, 2014) Dear Editor,Many citizens are aware of the so-called Sedona Lodging Council’s “Vote Yes on Home Rule” half-page advertisement (August 13th) in the local print newspaper, n’est ce pas? It’s at odds with some facts. Sedona’s financial challenges are not being met under Home Rule. Funding for critical capital improvement needs such as street paving and flood control is problematic. According to Page 1-8 of the City budget: “In order to continue to address capital infrastructure improvements and pursue new capital outlay projects beyond 2017 [FY 2016-17], other funding sources and/or a debt financing strategy must be pursued.” This startling…
By Ted Grussing … when all is said and done the beauty around us is simply there like this rose bloom, sharing its little role in creation … maybe it is a big role though in the calming of humans … it is beautiful … it is simple … until you peer inside.
Sedona AZ (August 21, 2014) – On behalf of Axiom, this September 11, 2014, Hillside Sedona invites every faith, every ideology, every life preference to join in a world peace prayer and meditation. The purpose of the event is to unite us in the goal of recognizing that we can “come together as one”. Peace is more than a word, it is a vibration. Assisting with the prayer is Kenton Knepper who will be performing Bowlsounds. Experience the incredible healing vibrational sounds of Tibetan bowls or singing bowls through Kenton’s magical gift.
Sedona AZ (August 21, 2014) – On Friday August 29th, from five to six thirty pm, The Pumphouse Poetry and Prose Project will feature Prescott poet Dan Seaman. The Pumphouse shows are held outdoors on the southern end of the Creekside Plaza parking lot on the steps of the old pumphouse and underneath the shade of the giant sycamore trees. Mr. Seaman had been wowing audiences in northern Arizona for many years and Pumphouse is thrilled to host him. They are also delighted to have secured local legend Alexander McFee as the musical guest. The combination of these two powerful…
An exciting opportunity to help others and hang out with horses! Cornville AZ (August 21, 2014) – Connections Equine Therapy located in Cornville, AZ is looking for volunteers to help with horse care. Connections offer Therapeutic Riding and other services designed to improve the health and wellbeing of individuals facing a wide range of challenges. Duties include feeding, grooming, and cleaning pasture and barn areas.
Compassionate, Empowering Care for Women Cottonwood AZ (August 21, 2014) – The Grand Opening of La Luna Birth & Womens Center will take place September 1, 2014 from 10am to 4pm at 703 S. Main Street, Suite 7 in Cottonwood. The Center offers Women’s Health Care, Pregnancy Care and Birth Services. Services offered to the community include continous weekly childbirth education classes, lactation consults and a breastfeeding group, parenting classes and women’s groups.
By Ted Grussing … and I lounged around this morning drinking espresso, listening to the rain and making major revisions in my book. Talked to my friend Alice tonight who was expecting a proof to begin her meticulous and inspired editing last week … alas she received nothing, but next week it will begin and the focus has changed completely … I like it better too. As we discussed tonight there are things you just have to write, but then come back and say goodbye to and that has been the process I have been going through the past several…
Verde Valley AZ (August 19, 2014) – Nominations are due Aug. 29 for the National Philanthropy Day Awards. The awards luncheon, hosted by The Northern Arizona Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals will be held on Thursday, Nov. 13, 11:45 to 1:30 p.m. in the Granite Mountain Room at the Prescott Resort. Each year the chapter recognizes the efforts of volunteers, businesses, organizations, and fundraising professionals.
By Ted Grussing … this is a shot I took of a Great Blue Heron earlier this year and he is moving out with grace to wherever … feeling the same as a trip back east is coming up. A long day in Phoenix and Scottsdale today, but fun; visited with friends, picked up a number of jobs at my goldsmiths and dinner with a friend before heading home. I was quite full, but made a stop at In N Out Burgers anyhow as I needed a fix of their fries and a chocolate shake. I am currently paying the…