Author: Tommy

Sedona AZ (September 9, 2013) – World Dance Night returns to Sedona on Saturday November 2! An inspiring gathering of the dance community, there will be a wide range of performances ranging from Sedona Chamber Ballet to the Arizona Dunun Drum Ensemble. The evening will benefit the Verde Valley Sanctuary. World Dance night is the brainchild of Rima Borgoni the owning and driving force behind Light Body Fitness. She recently studied with Lolita San Miguel, the last living disciple of Joseph Pilates.

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Sedona AZ (September 9, 2013) – El Portal Sedona Hotel has been voted “Best Pet Friendly Hotel in the United States” by USA Today and 10.best.com readers, users and travelers. This pet friendly hotel is located in the arts and crafts district of Sedona, Arizona and caters to discerning guests and their pets. The property was designed with pets in mind, and pets are always welcomed as a part of travelers’ families. This pet friendly Sedona hotel welcomes pets with a treat basket and there are no fees for pets. Owner Steve Segner says, “We are thrilled with being voted…

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Sedona AZ (September 9, 2013) – Filmed on location at the Ananda communities in California, Italy, and India, Finding Happiness follows a young woman as she spends a week with the residents of Ananda, who answer her questions and welcome her to a reality she had never imagined possible. The documentary film will be shown at Unity of Sedona on September 19 at 7pm.

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BABY DOLL4 year oldTortoiseshellSpayed Female Sedona AZ(September 8, 2013) – There’s a good reason they call me Baby Doll. I’m a doll, I am. Cute, friendly, and I want to be yours. I’ve got a very sweet personality and get along with people swimmingly. I like to play—just throw me a mouse, jiggle something on a wand, or bring out the laser light and I’ll play as long as you want to. But I can just sit near you and watch TV too. So stop by and visit! The Humane Society of Sedona shelter is open seven days a week 10:00 am…

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One of the favorite demonstration events of the Made In Clarkdale Art Show has been Michael Turner’s glass work. This year, the ‘Corner Gallery’ will be hosting this event as, “Torch Day” on Saturday, September 21 from noon to 4:00pm. Michael Turner will demonstrate his glass working techniques along with other special guest glassworkers. Michael will be making marbles, beads, and his mermaids, as well as discussing his process and methods in working with glass. This is your chance to see one of the key demonstrations of art forms for the Made in Clarkdale Show in a new venue. For more information…

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Camp Verde AZ (September 4, 2013) – Camp Verde’s downtown art gallery is the next stop for the Verde Artist Challenge’s exhibit “A River Runs Thru Us.” Now on display until September 16th, White Hills Gallery, in partnership with Verde Valley Land Preservation (VVLP), invite you to come make a heArt connection to the Verde River through 38 works of art. In April 2013, VVLP took 25 juried artists down the Verde River for a 3 day, 2 night rafting trip to see, feel and be inspired by the Verde River. Each artist, ranging from emerging to professional, were inspired…

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By Marlene and Dennis Rayner, Sedona Residents(September 2, 2013) Sedona does not deserve the Dark Sky designation at this time. Our formerly dark skies have been reduced 10-15% with that intrusive, unwarranted lighting . Powerful interests always supported that lighting – refusing other dark sky friendly options in the past. This same cadre always appeared at ADOT Board meetings supporting ADOT’s lights – opposing those speaking for better solutions! Then when the 2010 newly elected Council made decisions not to their liking, this same group brought the referendum and ran a dirty scare-tactic campaign. Now they have their cake and…

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Sedona AZ (September 2, 2013) – The Sedona Chamber of Commerce, for the first time ever, is offering the opportunity for all ages and abilities to enter a t-shirt design for the 9th Annual Sedona Marathon Event on February 1, 2014. Designs must be submitted by September 16, 2013 to khall@sedonachamber.com.

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Sedona Winefest 2013 on September 28 and 29 to Feature Arizona Wines, Juried Art, Wine Education, Food and Music. Sedona AZ (August 31, 2013) – The Fifth Annual Sedona Winefest will be held on Saturday and Sunday, September 28 and 29 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Sedona Airport Vista. The winefest is designed to awake the senses with a variety of fine wines from many of the wineries in Arizona, but with special emphasis on wines from Prescott and Verde Valley area. The event also includes tasty Sedona cuisine from local restaurants, delightful music by talented musicians,…

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Sedona AZ (August 29, 2013) – Red Rose Inspiration For Animals is thrilled to present the 1st Annual “Ride For Rescue” Motorcycle Event on Sunday, September 8th, 2013.  This will not be your ordinary motorcycle event in several ways.  September 8th is National Pet Memorial Day and Red Rose Inspiration For Animals would like to honor this day as part of this event.  If you bring a photo of your pets that have passed, we will display it on our framed Pet Memorial Poster.  This is a unique way to let everyone know just how special their companion animals will…

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Camp Verde AZ (August 29, 2013) – Due to increased traffic and travel over the Labor Day weekend, The Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) in conjunction with various local and national departments will implement several traffic safety campaigns throughout the state.  In one of the campaigns, DPS Highway Patrol units will take on an integral role while assisting local departments in forming a “Safety Corridor” along I-17 between Black Canyon City and Camp Verde. 

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Sedona AZ (August 29, 2013) – Author, Native American and shaman, Devara ThunderBeat is pleased to announce the release of her new spiritual/metaphysical book, Look Up: My Encounters with ETs & Angels. ThunderBeat will lecture and sign books at the Sedona Public Library on September 19th at 7pm. This amazing true story about Devara’s lifelong journey with ETs and angels may shatter your views of the world as you know it.

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Karen Russell of Recipe 4 Wellness hosts a “Chocolate Tasting” September 25, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at 75 Sedona View Drive. Have a fun night out with your girlfriends for chocolate tasting, wine and chocolate facials. Learn which chocolates are best for your energy and decreasing belly fat. $20 or bring a friend for half price. Contact Karen (928-282-8918 or info@recipe4wellness.com) to reserve your spot today. Limited number of seats available.

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Cornville AZ (August 28, 2013) – Connections Equine Therapy is a non-profit organization located in Cornville, AZ offering Therapeutic Riding and other services designed to improve the health and well-being of individuals with disabilities. This is your opportunity to get involved with a great group of people, get to know some wonderful horses and help a worth-while cause! We need volunteers for Horse Care. No experience necessary – training provided. Duties include feeding, grooming, and watering horses, pasture and barn clean-up. Minimum age 14 Must be physically fit One A.M shift or one P.M shift per week 8 week commitment…

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Yavapai Food Council campaigns to increase child hunger programs across the Yavapai County where food insecurity numbers are astonishing. Verde Valley AZ (August 28, 2013) – 1 out of 3 Verde Valley children unsure of where their next meal will come from and an average of 61% on free or reduced school meals across the county. Yavapai Food Council and community partners are working together to raise funds, collect backpacks and remind the community to donate healthy kid friendly foods, for the Weekend Backpacks for Hungry Kids delivery to hungry students in our community.

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