By Ted Grussing … you can find that friendly deceiver in chief and much of his work at https://www.flickr.com/people/egofreed/; Eric does some absolutely fabulous bird and insect photos and one of the most beautiful humming birds I have ever seen is attached to this missive. On metal it absolutely blows your mind away … for some … that probably does not matter … 12 x 18 makes a nice print size if you are interested. Get in touch with Eric at egofreed@gmail.com and get the pricing from him.
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Arizonans making road trips urged to focus on safe driving, fire prevention Phoenix AZ (july 2, 2014) – Arizona drivers taking to the road will not face any construction closures along state highways over the three-day Fourth of July weekend, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation.
Sedona AZ (July 1, 2014) – The Coconino National Forest has expanded the Slide Fire emergency closure area to include all National Forest land within Oak Creek Canyon beginning Thursday (July 3). The closure is being implemented for public safety due to the risks associated with flooding from monsoon, debris flow and the limited ability to quickly inform and evacuate people along Oak Creek if a flood event were to occur.
Sedona AZ (July 1, 2014) – The City of Sedona Parks and Recreation Department cordially invites all animal lovers and dog owners to support our fourth annual A Dog’s Day Out in the Park. This pet friendly event takes place on Saturday, July 19, 2014 from 7:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. on the multi-use field at Posse Grounds Park. This event is free for those interested in playing with their dogs on the beautiful grass field.
Sedona AZ (July 1, 2014) – On Friday, July 4, Pop Up Sedona Gallery will be featuring two very talented local artists, Pat Priolo and Lorraine Fexas. Several other artists will also be on hand to meet and greet the public and talk about their work. The First Friday reception will include wine and refreshments and will take place July 4 from 5-8 p.m. The public is cordially invited to attend, meet the artists, and enjoy viewing their latest creations.
By Ted Grussing … or so it seems as this pair of House Finches perch on a branch near the feeder in the backyard … to be truthful they are on a very dead branch attached to the pole of the feeder … like who wants to see photos of a bird on a bird feeder. Thanks to an unnamed friend who taught me this trick and also affixed the tubes for the branches … a little like cheating, but what the heck, if you don’t tell anyone … whoops :+) You still have to know what you are doing…
Acclaimed new independent films make Sedona stop at Mary D. Fisher Theatre Sedona AZ (July 1, 2014) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “The Immigrant” (starring Marion Cotillard, Joaquin Phoenix and Jeremy Renner) and the encore of “Fed Up” (by popular demand) showing July 12-16 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre.
Sedona AZ (July 1, 2014) – Join Karen Russell to create light, delicious desserts that won’t increase your waistline. Delight your taste buds and get tips on staying healthy while including these easy recipes into your busy life. Bring a friend and have a fun night out!
Cottonwood AZ (June 30, 2014) – When Cottonwood raised its water rates by 67% Verde Valley resident Alex Gozdan formed a group called Citizens for Fiscal Accountability and got 400 Verde Valley citizens to sign petitions.Among the lawmakers slated to receive the petitions are Senator Chester Crandell, Arizona Representative Bob Thorpe, and Arizona Representative Brenda Barton.
Sedona AZ (June 30, 2014) – Award-winning, world-renowned impersonator and tribute artist Robbie Howard brings his acclaimed live production “An Evening with Frank Sinatra and Friends” to Sedona when he performs on the Goldenstein Stage at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. There will be three performances July 11-13, presented by the Sedona International Film Festival. The show pays tribute to the one of the world’s most beloved crooners and a cast of other famous characters.
Sedona Film Festival presents one-day-only special event at Mary D. Fisher Theatre Sedona AZ (June 29, 2014) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to continue its Alive Mind Cinema Series with the one-night-only debut of the award-winning film “Daughters of Dolma” on Thursday, July 17. There will be two shows at 4 and 7 p.m. at the festival’s Mary D. Fisher Theatre. “Daughters of Dolma” is a journey into an ancient tradition. The film takes viewers on a journey revealing a distinctively female experience of Tibetan Buddhism in the Kathmandu Valley. This feature-length documentary brings to the screen…
Sedona AZ (June 28, 2014) – Stuck in Kathmandu is an epic musical adventure through the majestic, mystical land of Nepal. A young American traveler embarks on a journey to bring her grandfather’s ashes to one of the most beautiful places in the world, “The Valley of Flowers” in India. During her journey, she gets stranded in the ancient city of Kathmandu, Nepal. Embraced by the locals and guided by the magic of synchronicity, she discovers true beauty within herself, and the interconnectedness of all things, as she strives to reach her destination. Along her journey she was led to…
Annual forum offers venue for exchange of ideas to strengthen rural Arizona and foster economic growth Globe AZ (June 28, 2014) – The 8th Annual Arizona Rural Policy Forum will be held at the Bullion Plaza Cultural Center in Miami, Arizona, during August 7 through 8, 2014. This annual forum, hosted by the Arizona Rural Development Council (AZRDC), a program of the Local First Arizona Foundation (LFAF), will connect rural economic development professionals, nonprofits, community leaders, business owners, and other rural stakeholders who are interested in sustaining rural communities.
Production from Stratford-Upon-Avon makes big-screen debut at Mary D. Fisher Theatre Sedona AZ (June 28, 2014) – The Royal Shakespeare Company’s thrilling conclusion of “Henry IV – Part 2” makes its Sedona big-screen debut on Sunday, July 13. The Sedona International Film Festival hosts the high-definition premiere of William Shakespeare’s renowned play from its home in Stratford-Upon-Avon. There will be one show at 4 p.m. at the festival’s Mary D. Fisher Theatre. “Henry IV – Part 2” is the third play in the histories covering the reigns of Richard II, Henry IV and Henry V. In this play, Shakespeare explores…
By Ted Grussing … it is that time of year with summer in firm control of the northern hemisphere that lazy thoughts begin to wend their way through the mind, pleasant walks in the creek with toes in the soft sand as cooling water gently flows by caressing the legs and reminding us of the importance of simple things … around a bend a Great Blue Heron lifts off and quietly flies downstream … landing around a bend in the creek bed to resume his vigil near the shore waiting for fish to swim near him … their travels interrupted…