Author: Tommy

Sedona AZ (July 17, 2014) – The Sedona Fire District (SFD) has lifted fire restrictions that were in effect for all portions of the fire district. This will take effect immediately. Recent rains along with higher humidity, increased fuel moistures and the forecast for continuing monsoon activity have lowered, but not eliminated fire danger in the fire district. SFD encourages everyone to be responsible when working with or around fire.

Sedona AZ (July 17, 2014) – Mercedes Kirkel is a multi-award-winning author and channel for Mary Magdalene. In the summer of 2010, Mary Magdalene began coming to Mercedes daily, giving extraordinary messages for humanity’s evolution and spiritual growth. That was the birth of Mercedes’s first book, Mary Magdalene Beckons: Join the River of Love, which illuminates the sacred partnership of the Divine Feminine and Masculine, including how our bodies, sexuality, and emotions are pathways to God.

Sedona AZ (July 16, 2014) – Sedona’s longtime resident and poet, Lori Bank, received high praise from the Midwest Book Review for her book The Lizard and Other Poems, published by Sedona publisher, Dancing Dakini Press, and illustrated by Sedona artist, Naomi C. Rose.   “Simply stated,” says the Midwest Book Review, “Lori Bank is a gifted poet with an impressive observational knack for evoking familiar emotions along universal themes reflected in common every day occurrences…The Lizard and Other Poems is highly recommended and leaves the reader looking forward to Lori Bank’s next collection of free verse poetry.

By Ted Grussing … but still a fast mover … I took this shot this afternoon down at the ponds after taking care of some business in town. She is a Wood Duck and it appears that her wings have been clipped so she did not fly and in fact made no effort to extend her wings so I imagine it has been a while since she has flown. Not sure why anyone would clip a wild ducks wings, but hopefully they will be growing out before fall.

Sedona AZ (July 16, 2014) – The Sedona Heritage Museum presents Michael Peach in two special performances of his original show, “The Facts Keep Gettin’ in the Way of the Story” on Saturday, July 26 at 1:30 p.m. and again at 3:30 p.m. These shows are part of Sedona’s celebration of National Day of the Cowboy and will be held in Jordan Hall at Wayside Chapel in Uptown.

Sedona AZ (July 16, 2014) – As part of the ongoing Sedona Public Library in the Village Rotating Artist Series, Debra Baker is displaying her wearable artwork now through mid-September. Some of Baker’s wearable art will be available for purchase.  A reception for the artist, titled “How I Felt” – Wearable Art by Debraa Baker, will l be held at SPL-V in Tequa Plaza on Wednesday, July 23 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The artist will be available during the reception to discuss her techniques.

Sedona AZ (July 16, 2014) – Hand painted colorful bird houses, Recycled interesting box animals, hand beaded walking sticks, lego Sculptures, hand made paint brushes, animal fiber clay sculptures, hand stamped tea cups and abstract paintings are just some of the art work that you will discover at the Camp Bear Wallow art celebration on Friday, July 18th at the Sedona Creative Life Center in the Art Cabin between 11:30-12:30pm.

Verde Valley AZ (July 15, 2014) – A community working together to reduce substance abuse defines MATFORCE.  The organization’s leaders want to extend a sincere thank you to the many hundreds of supporters, partners and volunteers throughout the county who have helped achieve so much good for our community.

Agency utilizes prevention practices before, during wildfire season Phoenix AZ (July 15, 2014) – Among the different agencies and organizations involved in fighting wildfires, the Arizona Department of Transportation may not come to mind. However, ADOT is active in helping to prevent wildfires both before and during wildfire season.

Presented by the Friends of the Sedona Public Library Sedona AZ (July 15, 2014) – The Friends of the Sedona Public Library are proud to announce that the 2014 Festival of Wreaths will kick off on Sunday, November 9th.  During early November, the Sedona Public Library will be transformed with an exhibition and sale of locally crafted wreaths. The event kicks off with a preview party on Sunday, November 9th at 4 pm, complete with wine, appetizers, musical entertainment, raffle prizes and great company.  All proceeds directly benefit the programs and operating costs of the Sedona Public Library.

Sedona AZ (July 15, 2014) – Using a great writer’s own words in the tradition of Hal Holbrook’s “Mark Twain Tonight!” and Julie Harris as Emily Dickinson in “Belle of Amherst”, actor John Slade embodies another titan in American literature in “I Sing Walt Whitman!” The live, one-man show is coming to the Goldenstein Stage at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre for one performance only on Tuesday, July 29 at 7 p.m.

By Ted Grussing … The monsoon storms were dumping on Camp Verde and Cottonwood and some were rolling through the Sedona area too. You can see how relatively small the cells are … generally no more than a few miles or so in diameter. I like this photo which was shot from just south of Munds Canyon. Foreground left is Oak Creek Canyon with the creek hidden in the deep green foliage and SR 89A running down canyon to the right of it.

By Ted Grussing … continuing work on the wall art. I completed a set of three roses in a cloud background this morning. I love creating composites and especially those that have some meaning. So here is one of the three; all are equal in beauty, but different blooms … now long gone … even as we too shall pass … will our lives be worth remembering … to a few … to many? Life is a wee bit on the funny side so I’ll just sit on a bench with the sculpture of Max Ehrmann in Terra Haute, Indiana…

By Tina AllegrezzaFounder of Red Rose Inspiration for Animals Sedona AZ (July 14, 2014) – Red Rose Inspiration for Animals is excited to announce the grand opening of Red Rose Thriftique that took place on Thursday, July 10th.  Hours are Monday Through Friday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Red Rose Thriftique is a unique, high quality thrift store and artist boutique that benefits Red Rose’s animal rescue programs. The Thrifitque has something for everyone – from art pieces to new and gently used clothing, home decor, linens, kitchen items, books, jewelry and more.  

Sedona AZ (July14, 2014) – Arizona’s breathtaking scenery begs to be painted, attracting artists from around the world to capture our state’s towering red rocks, graceful saguaros, mysterious slot canyons and expansive skies. A fortunate few painters call Arizona home, and Rowe Fine Art Gallery will recognize three of these artists during Painters in the Field, a special show that takes place Aug. 1 from 5 to 8 p.m. Spend the evening surrounded by landscape paintings from Tucson’s Gabor Svagrik and Sedona’s own Vince Fazio and Lynn Heil. Lynn and Vince will both be in attendance. See their latest work,…