Sedona AZ (May 17, 2013) – The Sedona Bluegrass Festival just got twice as nice as it has expanded to two days of concerts, in addition to activities in advance of the Saturday/Sunday June 8 & 9 Festival in Sedona at Los Abrigados Resort. “Arizona has always been rich with Bluegrass talent,” said Festival director Bert Harclerode, “and we’re proud to continue that tradition.”
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Sedona Film Festival presents award-winning new documentary and French film Sedona AZ (May 17, 2013) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premieres of “One Track Heart: The Story of Krishna Das” and the award-winning French film “In the House” showing May 28-31 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre.
Phoenix AZ (May 17, 2013) – Fresh off the House Agriculture Committee’s vote to slash spending on SNAP (Food Stamps) by $21 billion over 10 years in their version of the Farm Bill, and on the heels of the Senate Agriculture Committee voting to cut $4.1 billion, the Association of Arizona Food Banks (AAFB) condemns these proposed cuts. Further, AAFB asks the public to contact their Arizona Senators and Congressional members immediately and ask them to oppose cuts to SNAP, TEFAP (commodity food distributed by food banks) and other nutrition assistance programs contained in the Farm Bill. Individuals can find…
Sedona AZ (May 17, 2013) – The E. L. MacFarlane Award was given to KSB president Tom O’Halleran to honor significant achievements with respect to his continuous and tireless efforts to protect the environment. Given at the organization’s Annual Awards of Excellence luncheon, Anita MacFarlane presented the award which was established in 2003 in honor of her late husband, also known as “Mac” and/or “Doc” MacFarlane, a KSB former president from 1980-1983 and active member for many years. According to MacFarlane, “This is an award reserved for recognizing significant achievements by KSB members whose work with state and federal officials…
Sedona AZ (May 17, 2013) – Instituted as a public education campaign by the American Public Works Association (APWA) in 1960, National Public Works Week calls attention to the importance of public works in community life. The Week seeks to enhance the prestige of the often–unsung heroes of our society – the professionals who serve the public good every day with quiet dedication.
Sedona AZ (May 16, 2013) – The Sedona Heritage Museum is proud to announce that it will once again participate in the Blue Star Museums program that offers free admission to museums for all active duty military personnel and their families from Memorial Day May 27, through Labor Day September 2, 2013. This free admission program is available to active military and their immediate family members.
Sedona AZ (May 16, 2013) – Pop-Up Sedona Gallery in Hillside Sedona Center is marking its third anniversary with a gala celebration on Saturday, May 25th. This free event, featuring live music as well as food and drinks, is open to everyone and will be held on the patio outside the gallery between 3:00 and 6:00 PM. Over $1000 worth of art works will be raffled off to benefit Camp Soaring Eagle.
Sedona Film Festival presents award-winning new independent films and a festival encore Sedona AZ (May 16, 2013) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premieres of “Love, Marilyn” and “3 Geezers” showing May 21-24 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. The theatre will also host a Festival Encore on Monday, May 20 with the one-night-only return of “Fanie Fourie’s Labola”, which won an award at the recent film festival.
Sedona AZ (May 16, 2013) – Get a great start to the Memorial Day holiday by attending the grand opening of the newly constructed Military Service Park on Monday, May 27, 2013 at 9 a.m. After the groundbreaking on February 7, the Jack Jamesen Park, located at the southwest corner of the intersection of State Route 89A and Northview Drive (near Bank of America), began receiving an upgrade to become the new home of the Sedona Military Service Park. The vision of this park is to honor all brave Sedona men and women who have honorably served their country in…
Sedona AZ (May 15, 2013) – On Tuesday, May 14, 2013, at approximately 3:30 pm Sedona Fire District (SFD) emergency crews responded to a reported brush fire near the 100 block of Pinto Lane in the Village of Oak Creek. During the initial response SFD crews reported smoke visible from this area. Arriving on scene crews quickly contained the fire to an area approximately 100 by 100 feet.
Sedona AZ (May 15, 2013) – On Saturday, May 18, 2013, approximately 700 bike riders will travel through the City of Sedona as part of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society – Arizona Chapter’s Bike MS: Ride the Vortex- Sedona Verde Valley event. This event is the premier bike ride in the State of Arizona and is part of the country’s largest national cycling series supported by the Society. Bike MS: Ride the Vortex- Sedona Verde Valley is a two day catered cycling event hosted at the Verde Valley Fairgrounds on May 18th and May 19th from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00…
Sedona AZ (May 15, 2013) – The Tarantulas will be performing at Hillside Sedona, Saturday, May 25th from 2 to 5 p.m. in the outdoor courtyard area. The Tarantulas play a combination of Surf, Rockability, and original music inspired by the music of the 50s and 60s. With Randy J on guitar, Bill Juharos on drums, and Udi Cohen on bass, the trio has released 4 albums and performed live music throughout the country. The Tarantulas released “Monster Wave 100 Feet High” in 1999, followed by Bandidos De Rojos” in 2000, “The Tarantulas Greatest Hits in 2004, and “Listen to…
Sedona AZ (May 15, 2013) – The Sedona Community Pool, located at 570 Posse Ground Road in Posse Grounds Park, begins its summer schedule from May 25 through August 4, 2013. The summer schedule will offer Open Swim, Lap Swim, Water Aerobics, and Special Events. The pool will be open to the public Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and on Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Sedona AZ (May 15, 2013) – Summer makes its grand entrance on June 21, and with the season comes endless sunshine, balmy nights and the perfect opportunity to refresh your home with new art. Rowe Fine Art Gallery will host a summer soiree on Friday, June 7, from 5 to 8 p.m. during the Sedona Gallery Association’s First Friday Gallery Tour. Let the friendly art experts at the gallery help you choose the right piece for your home or office. And don’t forget the important men in your life: Father’s Day is June 16, and Rowe Gallery has plenty of…
Cottonwood AZ (May 15, 2013) – You’re invited to a special birthday concert. Bob Dylan turns 72 on May 24th and he’ll be celebrated in song at the 8th Annual Bob Dylan Birthday Concerts on Friday, May 24th and Saturday May 25th, both at 7:00 pm, at the Old Town Center for the Arts in Cottonwood. “This has become a tradition and a very popular event for the Verde Valley and Sedona,” remarked William Eaton, co-director at Old Town Center for the Arts. “It will be a great Memorial Day weekend attraction for locals and visitors, with some fun surprises…