Sedona AZ (April 30, 2013) – Summer in Sedona is filled with live performances not to be missed. With shows being held at Studio Live, the Mary D. Fisher Theatre, and West Sedona School; The Sedona Performing Arts Alliance continues to put Northern Arizona on the map as a destination to experience live performance.
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Verde Valley AZ (April 29, 2013) – MATFORCE announces two Youth Poster Contest grand prize winners: Clay Bowers, a 6-year old student from Dr. Daniel Bright Elementary School in Cottonwood and Amy Owings, a 17-year old student from Prescott High School in Prescott. MATFORCE’s Youth Poster Contest is an annual event held to raise awareness among youth about the risks of drug and alcohol abuse.
Sedona AZ (April 29, 2013) – Arizona author, Deborah J. Ledford, returns to Sedona for another of her informative writing workshops at The Well Red Coyote on Saturday, may 4 at 2:00 pm. Ledford will address the necessary and difficult part of the writer’s journey – editing, with the intention of making your work as good as it can be.
Outrageous comedy “Assisted Living: The Musical” performed LIVE at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre with national touring company Sedona AZ (April 29, 2013) – “Assisted Living: The Musical” comes to Sedona when it is performed by its authors Rick Compton and Betsy Bennet, who are currently doing a national tour of the production. This outrageous, live theatrical event will be presented by the Sedona International Film Festival at its Mary D. Fisher Theatre. There will be four performances May 9-12 — the perfect way to celebrate Mother’s Day weekend! Mom will never forget you took her to this Assisted Living,…
Flagstaff AZ (April 29, 2013) – From Memorial Day through Labor Day, Walnut Canyon National Monument will be offering guided hikes that allow you to discover the behind-the-scenes life of Walnut Canyon. From the work of the early Park Rangers and the historic Ranger Cabin, to the unique experience of living life on the canyon ledge, there is something new for everyone to discover.
Sedona AZ (April 29, 2013) – Pop-Up Sedona Gallery in Hillside Sedona, spotlights local artists Rick Gandolfo and Sharron Porter at the First Friday reception May 3, 2013, 5-8pm. Both can be seen working on their paintings many days each month. The public is invited to stop by and view their latest art works and get to know the Pop-Up artists.
One-hour closures expected on I-17 in both directions between midnight and 1 a.m. Verde Valley AZ (April 29, 2013) – The construction of the two-mile-long climbing lane near the top of Copper Canyon Hill will require closing Interstate 17 in both directions on Thursday, May 2 for up to one hour between midnight and 1 a.m. as crews prepare for blasting rock cuts along the highway. Traffic on northbound I-17 will be stopped at State Route 169 and southbound I-17 will be stopped at General Crook Trail until the area is reopened. ADOT urges drivers to adjust their travel schedules…
Music, Dance & The Great Sedona Chili Cook-Off Sedona AZ (April 29, 2013) – As Tlaquepaque Arts & Crafts Village marks its 40th anniversary this year, everyone is warmly invited to its festive Cinco de Mayo Celebration, one of the many popular year-round festivals held at Tlaquepaque. This year it is being celebrated on Saturday, May 4th, 2013, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, and admission is free.
Sedona AZ (April 29, 2013) – Sedona resident and best-selling author Sarah McLean, director of the McLean Meditation Institute, announces the grand opening of the McLean Meditation Center on Saturday, May 11, and Sunday, May 12, 2013 from 2:00pm – 5:00 pm. Located in the heart of Sedona, Arizona at 411 Hwy 179, upstairs in the iconic Garland building adjacent to the Oak Creek Canyon Bridge, the Center features displays of vibrant, inspirational art by nationally acclaimed Arizona artists. Visitors will marvel at the watercolor mandalas created by Arizona native and fine artist Vikki Reed, hand-crafted desert lotus altars by…
Sedona AZ (April 29, 2013) – On April 25, 2013, Sedona Police Department, in partnership with the Sedona Fire District, began a long-term campaign to help children, teens and adults recognize the importance of 9-1-1 and the role they play in ensuring effective and efficient emergency response in times of crisis. Staff from the Communications center and Patrol Division at Sedona Police Department, along with staff from the Communications center at Sedona Fire District, presented basic information to children, Kindergarten through Fourth grades, at West Sedona School. Activities included interactive skits with children as callers, a sing-a-long to a 9-1-1…
Sedona AZ (April 27, 2013) – Sedona’s first architect, Howard Madole, has been honored by the City of Sedona by proclaiming May 5th as ‘Howard Madole Day’. Mr. Madole is acknowledged as Sedona’s first architect and an award-winning master of mid-20th century modern architecture in Arizona. He is turning 90 years old, and the Sedona Heritage Museum and the Madole family are honoring his life and architectural legacy with a tour of one of his Sedona homes and an open house reception on Sunday, May 5th.
Sedona AZ (April 27, 2013) – Now in its seventh year, “the Sedona Bluegrass Festival just got bigger and better,” said Festival director Bert Harclerode. ” We’re now a two-day event with multiple activities in advance of and including the June 8 and 9 festival concerts presented Creekside at Los Abrigados Resort in Sedona.
Sedona AZ (April 27, 2013) – The Sedona City Council, at their April 23, 2013 meeting, proclaimed the week of May 5 through May 11, 2013 as Municipal Clerks Week. In attendance to accept the proclamation was City Clerk Susan Irvine, Deputy City Clerk Sherri O’Connor, and Records Clerk David Jakim. The Office of the Municipal Clerk is the oldest among public servants and provides a professional link between the citizens, the local governing bodies and agencies of government at other levels. They also serve as the information center on functions of local government and community.
Cottonwood AZ (April 27, 2013) – The Old Town Center for the Arts is pleased to bring another group of international performers to Old Town Cottonwood. The Music of the Andes Mountains comes to OTCA when Hojarasca Andina takes the stage on Friday, May 3rd at 7:30 PM, for a one night only appearance. “Hojarasca Andina” creates contemporary music on traditional Andean instruments. This South American trio switches between flutes, drum, strings, percussion and song to evoke and evolve the spirit of music. One reviewer said, “An evening with “Hojarasca Andina” suspends time and transports one to a realm where…
Sedona AZ (April 26, 2013) – Warming weather means mosquito breeding season and increased concern about illness caused by the West Nile Virus (WNV). The virus is usually transmitted through mosquito bites. Therefore, the easiest and best way to combat WNV is to reduce the potential for mosquitos to breed and the likelihood of being bitten by a mosquito.