Cottonwood AZ (February 9, 2014) – Kumu Hula (Hula Master) Kehau Chrisman from Hawai`i is now accepting new students into the Men’s Hula Class. If you think Men’s Hula is just wiggling around in a grass skirt, you’re in for a pleasant surprise! Some Hawaiian scholars believe that in the early days hula was only danced by men. Many believe that the hula steps of today come from early Hawaiian martial arts.
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By Ted Grussing A beautiful Robin nearly submerged in water droplets flying everywhere as he takes a morning bath in a cattle pond between SR 179 and Cornville Road off Beaverhead Flat Road. What a great way to get a day off to a good start and this Robin is no exception. I spent a very interesting morning with Eric at a cattle pond last week and it was fascinating to watch the different species as they came in and got their morning drink and a few like this Robin got into some major cleanup efforts with water flying everywhere. Civilized? Do…
Cottonwood AZ (February 8, 2014) – Contra Dance returns Saturday, Feb. 15th, to the Cottonwood Civic Center, 805 N. Main St. in Old Town. Get ready to lift your feet as Just Desserts fills the hall with driving rhythms and beautiful harmonies; our caller will be Steve Elliot. Contra dance is easy to learn. Bring a smile & wear comfortable clothes. Come alone or bring a friend. The lesson is at 6:30 PM and the regular dance starts at 7:00. Price is $9 per dancer, $7 for students, and $6 for age 16 & under; if possible, bring a snack…
Sedona AZ (February 8, 2014) – On February 11th and 12th well-known Sedona photographer Susie Reed will be helping people sharpen their picture taking skills in a 2-day “Photo Shoot Fundamentals” workshop. Participants will learn technical and creative aspects of what goes into a good photo shoot. Susie will explain what to bring, which are the most important camera settings to know and when to use them. She’ll help people determine if they should shoot camera raw, jpg pictures or both and talk about the correct types and sizes of photos to take for print and the Internet.
Showcasing Two Stirring Sedona Premieres THE ROCKET and BREATH OF THE GODS “Amidst the explosion of self-transformation technologies, ILLUMINATE aptly introduces the moving image as a compelling tool for empowered living.”— Martha Beck, Life Coach, O, The Oprah Magazine Sedona AZ (February 7, 2014) – Humanity craves inspiring stories that push us along on our journey toward happiness, freedom, abundance and peace. Sedona’s new ILLUMINATE Film Festival aims to inspire by showcasing cinematic gems which empower those who see them to live kinder, wiser, more enlightened lives. In advance of its inaugural May festival, and in partnership with the 2014 Sedona Yoga…
Sedona AZ (February 7, 2014) – During February, Pop Up Sedona Gallery will feature two artists who work with the same medium but in contrasting styles. Oil painters Rick Gandolfo and Wayne Knowles will featured throughout February, and both will be present at the venue’s First Friday reception (February 7, 5-8 PM) to exhibit their work and chat with visitors and fans. The public is cordially invited to attend and get to know these two masters.
Tea class/party is sure to get people out of tea jail and into brewing the perfect cup Sedona AZ (January 7, 2014) – Community members have an opportunity to learn about the health benefits of the 6 types of unadulterated tea that are rising in popularity over the last 10 years. The Center for Positive Living in VOC is the location for a ceremony style TEA party/class on Saturday, February 15th that is sure to be as much fun as it is fascinating. This class features 2 premium varieties of rare organic tea and gives participants the chance to drink some…
Sedona AZ (February 7, 2014) – This Valentines Day, Friday February 14, for the 2nd year an extraordinary event One Billion Rising takes place across the globe as an action to stop violence and against woman and girls. Last year people from all background and all walks of life from Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter, to members of the European Parliament, actresses Anne Hathaway, Rosario Dawson, Robert Redford and kindergartners from the Philippines. The City of Sedona Officially declared February 14 One Billion Rising Day.
Camp Verde AZ (February 7, 2014) – Spur Ventures announces a new event called “Flavors of the Verde Valley,” to take place on Saturday February 15th and Sunday February 16th from 11-6pm at the old Boler’s building, located at 325 S. Main St., in downtown Camp Verde. Flavors of the Verde Valley will showcase the unique flavors created here in the Verde Valley, including baked breads, goat milk products, local art, music and more, all in one place. Spur Ventures, in cooperation with The Horn Restaurant, White Hills Winery & Gallery, Verde Brewing Company, Caprine Creamery and Chef Wayne’s Creations,…
Sedona AZ (February 7, 2014) – The Sedona Arts Center has recently joined the North American Reciprocal Museum Association (NARM), one of the largest reciprocal membership programs in the world. A NARM membership offers member benefits at over 650 arts and cultural organizations across North America. Sedona Arts Center members who currently subscribe at levels above $100 will automatically receive new cards with NARM stickers, while others are encouraged to consider joining or upgrading their membership to access these new benefits. Be aware that you must present your stickered SAC membership card at all participating institutions in order to receive…
Date: Thursday, February 20, 2014 Time: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Location: 75 Sedona View Drive, Sedona AZ 86336 Cost: $20 per person, bring a friend for half off Sedona AZ (February 7, 2014) – Come join us for a fun, informative and tasty night of great recipes and delicious chocolate delights! Sample easy to make chocolate treats to satisfy your sweet tooth without increasing blood sugar. Chocolate can be part of a healthy diet without feeling guilty about eating it. Space is limited, pre-pay to hold your spot. Sign up by Tuesday, February 18. Contact Karen to register at 928-282-8918.
Eight city council members from Casa Grande, Maricopa, Eloy and Florence support congresswoman Flagstaff AZ (February 7, 2014) – The endorsements for the Kirkpatrick for Arizona campaign continued to pour in today as eight prominent elected officials throughout Pinal County rallied behind the congresswoman’s reelection effort.
By Ted Grussing … ‘twas a fun flight down to Wickenburg this morning and multiple snow showers in the Bradshaw Mountains added to the beauty of the journey. The Lambada was left in a large hangar awaiting its turn and tomorrow the sanding begins. Eric picked me up and we drove up into the foothills of the Bradshaw’s as I wanted to show him the desert strip we affectionately dubbed Turf North. It was a forest service dirt strip about five miles north of Lake Pleasant that we used as a backup when we were flying our sailplanes (no engine)…
By Robert Albrecht, Sedona Resident(February 4, 2014) Last Saturday the Sedona Marathon ran through the Kachina subdivision-my subdivision. My feelings on this were made known and many of you shared my concerns. But that is not the purpose of this “Letter”. I feel that it is also necessary to “pat people on the back” when they have done a good job; and such is the case with the Sedona Marathon Committee and persons and agencies involved. From my perspective, which was from my dining room with a warm cup of coffee, the entire marathon involvement with the Kachina subdivision was…
Sedona AZ (February 4, 2014) – As the first World Peace Dance Celebration Week begins, the Sedona International Cities of Peace (SCOP) Team (12 Partners in Peace) announced they are awarding Barbara Litrell and Elaine Hanson with the First Sedona: International Cities of Peace PeaceMaker Award. This award will be presented on Friday, February 7, 2014 during the intermission the World Peace Dance Celebration at the Sedona Performing Arts Center.