Cottonwood AZ (March 25, 2014) – For those concerned with world changes and who are also interested in finding their own role in the bigger picture, dynamic performance artist and celebrated mask maker Pash Galbavy announces “Exploration of Archetypes in a Transitioning World”. This is an interactive performance event taking place Apr. 4 at 4PM in Studio B at the Old Town Center for the Arts in Cottonwood.
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Classes for mature adults with curious minds and hearts! Verde Valley AZ (March 25, 2014) – Yavapai College’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) of Sedona and the Verde Valley will kick off their spring semester with a fun open house for one and all. “A taste of OLLI,” is being held on March 27th from 10:30-2:30pm at the Sedona Center (4215 Arts Village Dr., Sedona), Room 34. This is a great opportunity to sample classes and workshops being offered, meet facilitators, and sign up for classes. We will be providing a continental breakfast and coffee and tea.
Clarkdale AZ (March 25, 2014) – The Corner Gallery in Clarkdale is hosting a spring show with three Made In Clarkdale Artists, Ramona Stites, Edward Krish and Barbara Pierce. There will be a variety of art to see and purchase at this event. Ramona Stites is a long-time resident and artist of the Verde Valley, who paints contemporary Southwestern landscapes. Ramona’s work is known for its distinctive color, which has been described as sensuous, and simplicity of design. “I like to abstract down the forms in my work creating a recognizable landscape that is also abstract in nature.”
Sedona AZ (March 25, 2014) – Color will abound throughout the month of April at Sedona Arts Center for our “Profusion of Color” Exhibition April 4–29, 2014. Indulge in the flowing paintings of Gretchen Lopez (Oil), the brilliant colored glass of Susan Moody (Glass), Birgitta Lapides’ (Mixed Media) layers of colors, Kathryn Willis’ (Oil) strong vibrant brush strokes, and Cyndi Thau’s (Oil/fiber) beautiful landscapes and hand-painted silk scarves. Join us for our opening reception Friday, April 4, 2014 from 5 to 8 p.m. where you can mingle with the artists, art lovers and art collectors.
Sedona AZ (March 25, 2014) – The City of Sedona Department of Parks and Recreation is sending a call out to local businesses to procure food vendors for Friday, July 4, 2014 during the third annual Fourth of July Laser Light Show, which begins at 6:30 p.m. at Sedona Red Rock High School.
Jerome AZ (March 25, 2014) – Sedona landscape artist Susan Pitcairn will headline Gallery 527’s First Saturday Art Walk reception April 5, 5-8 p.m with a presentation of recent pastels and acrylics from travels throughout Arizona and California. “Beauty of the West” expresses Susan’s uncanny ability to capture the peaceful beauty of the western landscape.Fresh from visits to the coastal California ranch of Santa Barbara painter Marcia Burtt and from an annual teaching expedition to Saguaro Lake Ranch near Phoenix, Susan will present a variety of new subjects and places as well as her more typical Sedona and Verde Valley…
Sedona AZ (March 24, 2014) – This is much more than an egg hunt; it is a Celebration of Spring! Join City of Sedona Parks and Recreation on Saturday, April 19from 9 a.m. to12 p.m. for this fun, family- friendly event held at Posse Grounds Park, 525 Posse Ground Road. All those in the community that enjoy spring and the outdoors are invited.
Jerome AZ (March 24, 2014) – The monthly tradition of Jerome First Saturday Art Walk has taken root and will blossom once again this spring with new artists and studios as well as Jerome’s exciting and well-known galleries. Epiphyte Studio and Gallery has joined the lower Main Street art scene with lamp worked glass and black & white photography. It is located above Magpie and next door to The Wary Buffalo, home to Pentimento, the town’s tiniest gallery. Stroll the mountain town on April 5th from 5:00 to 8:00 PM or take the free shuttle for an evening of art,…
Flagstaff AZ (March 24, 2014) – Hawai`i’s talented music duo, HAPA, returns to Flagstaff on March 27. Known for their superior musical talents and knowledge of Hawaiian music, Barry Flanagan and Ron Kuala`au put on a show that is a delight to fans of all types of music. Their understanding of Hawaiian culture and the Hawaiian language makes their music especially appealing to those of us who love the Hawaiian culture and its music. Their shows typically include traditional and contemporary music, often accompanied by hula.
By Ted Grussing … the Heron is on his perch while the moon rises and the sun sets; the scattering of light on particles in our atmosphere present a blue background, but soon the light will fade and the veil over the mysteries of space will once again be set aside and the stars and the galaxies will be visible to our eyes once again. A little more time and I would have done it myself, but it is late and I need to be in the air by 6:30AM to go down to Falcon to get a few minor…
Sedona AZ (March 24, 2014) – As part of its program to educate Sedona residents about the APS installation of Smart Meters on homes and businesses, Sedona Smart Meter Awareness (SSMA) invites everyone to attend a free benefit screening of the award winning documentary, “Take Back Your Power,” produced and directed by Josh Del Sol, Sunday, April 6, 2PM at 7 Centers Yoga, 2115 Mountain Rd, West Sedona. SSMA is a grassroots effort of local residents wanting to keep Sedona and surrounding communities free of wireless Smart Meters.
Sedona AZ (March 24, 2014) – Come and experience delicious tasting gluten-free food you can make for the entire family. Healthy eating doesn’t have to taste drab and dull! Includes chocolate, recipes and tips. We always have fun and you won’t go home hungry. Wednesday, April 23, 6:00pm to 8:00pm. 75 Sedona View Drive, Sedona. $25 or bring a friend for $5 off. Call Karen at 928.282.8918 to register.
Sedona AZ (March 24, 2014) – Democrats of the Red Rocks are excited that Terry Goddard, former Arizona Attorney General and candidate for Arizona Secretary of State, will be our special guest speaker at the next DORR Breakfast—Thursday, April 17 at The Jewish Community of Sedonna and the Verde Valley, Highway 179 and Meadowlark Drive, Sedona (just south of Chapel Road roundabout). Admission $12 per person, including a lavish buffet breakfast and gratuity. Doors open at 8:00 am. PLEASE RSVP by phone 928-203-5858 or e-mail to breakfast@democratsoftheredrocks.org.
Phoenix AZ (March 22, 2014) – Annual trapping and testing of endangered California condors from the Arizona-Utah population this season revealed a substantial decrease in the percentage of birds with toxic blood-lead levels, the lowest in nearly a decade. “The ups and downs of lead poisoning over the years demonstrate that any single season does not make a trend, but our test results are encouraging,” said Eddie Feltes, field manager for The Peregrine Fund’s condor project. “If this ends up being the beginning of a trend, we hope it will continue.”
Sedona AZ (March 22, 2014) – NYT bestselling author, William Kent Krueger, returns to The Well Red Coyote bookstore in West Sedona on Friday, march 28, at 7:00 pm to debut his newest stand-alone novel, Ordinary Grace, and to discuss his experiences in the writing life. Krueger will talk about the path he’s taken from being kicked out of Stanford University for being a radical, to logging timber and working construction, to becoming a New York Times bestselling author.