Sedona AZ (February 25, 2013) – Dust off your dancing shoes! The Verde Valley Sanctuary, a 28-bed shelter for victims of family violence and abuse, will host Dancing in the Moonlight on April 20 at 5 p.m. The evening will include drinks, a Mexican-themed dinner catered by Culinary Creations by Beth, live and silent auctions and dancing to the Latin rhythms of Cuban-American chanteuse Mercy. The fundraiser takes place outdoors at Sky Ranch Lodge on Airport Mesa. Proceeds benefit the Sanctuary’s shelter and community programs.
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Mayer AZ (February 25, 2013) – The Orme School Warriors took home the 2A Arizona Charter Athletic Association (CAA) State Championship in Boys Varsity Basketball this past Saturday, February 23. Orme won 57-34 over the Berean Academy Eagles at South Mountain Community College in Phoenix, Arizona. The Warriors came in as the No. 2 seed with an 18-2 record against the No. 1 seeded Eagles with a 20-0 record. Coached by Orme’s Athletic Director Grant Hendrikse, the Warriors led 14-8 in the first quarter and were up 43-23 by the third. Navin Crump led Orme with thirteen points, Cherokee Toms with…
Sedona AZ (February 25, 2013) – Con Slobodchikoff, Professor Emeritus of Biology at Northern Arizona University and director of the Animal Language Institute, will discuss his new book – Chasing Doctor Dolittle: Learning the Language of Animals – on Saturday, March 2 at 2:00 pm, at The Well red Coyote bookstore in West Sedona. According to Slobodchikoff, many animals use language to talk to one another, and his book is filled with examples and explanations of their skills. He’ll show us how animals are similar to humans in using language to develop novel ways to persuade, escape, manipulate, and even…
Sedona AZ (February 25, 2013) – The 19th Annual Sedona International Film Festival officially opened on Saturday February 23, 2013 at the Sedona Performing Arts Center. The traditional ribbon was replaced by a length of film. Pat Schweiss, President of the Film festival Board, stated “We are replacing the ribbon with film since film has been replaced by digital, so we have lots of film on hand!” Keb Mo, world renowned blues singer followed the opening with a concert of his music to the delight of a packed house. Preceding the opening ceremonies was a Question and Answer session with…
Kids are asked “If you were arrested for kindness, would there be enough evidence to convict you?” Sedona AZ (February 24, 2013) – This year the Sedona Arts Center partners with West Sedona School, the new Sedona YMCA and the City of Sedona Artists in the Classroom Project will bring its annual three day Arts Immersion to the middle-school program at West Sedona School. On Feb 26, 27 and 28th students were learning aspects of their curriculum through the arts by engaging in 5 different art projects. The projects are built around the ‘Character Counts’ program which is a national…
Sedona AZ (February 24, 2013) – Almost everyone in Sedona has a story to tell about how they found the red rocks. Some of these stories are truly amazing. The Well Red Coyote is hosting a book launch for a book about these stories – Sedona Awakenings: Amazing True Stories! – edited by Sedona resident, scientist and author Dr. Richard Carmen, on Friday, March 1 at 7:00 pm. Sedona Awakenings is an anthology of 21 mystical stories about real life circumstances that directed people to Sedona. The idea for the book originated in a local writing contest for the best stories…
Verde Valley AZ (February 23, 2013) – For more than 35 years, Arizona’s Bald Eagle Nestwatch Program has contributed to the tremendous growth of the state’s bald eagle population and helped save the lives of more than 60 eagle nestlings. This year’s nestwatchers begin their four-month tours of duty this week, watching 14 breeding areas, most along the Salt and Verde rivers in national forests, on Native American lands, and in Maricopa County parks. They collect data about the eagles’ behavior, educate the public, and notify rescuers of any life-threatening situations for the birds. So far in 2013, three new…
Cottonwood AZ (February 22, 2013) – Arizona State Parks’ Arizona Family Campout Program is designed for families who have little or no experience camping. The program is intended to introduce families to the great experiences that can be shared with their family and inspire them to continue to explore the great outdoors. The State Parks that are participating in this program are: Lost Dutchman in Apache Junction (March 9-10 & April 13 & 14), Dead Horse Ranch in Cottonwood (March 16-17 & March 23 & 24), Kartchner Caverns in Benson (April 6-7 & April 27-28), Patagonia Lake in Patagonia (April…
Jerome AZ (February 22, 2013) – The Jerome Art Walk keeps its momentum going on March 2nd, approaching the spring season with more artistic energy and wonderful talent than ever before. Every first Saturday, the creative community of Jerome is pleased to host an evening of art, music and entertainment with open studios and galleries displaying local, regional and national artistic treasures. New members have joined the group and are planning special events throughout the town on March 2nd from 5:00 to 8:00PM. A free shuttle runs during the event. Restaurants will offer delightful meals and charming lodging choices abound…
Arizona premier of acclaimed film with J.R. Martinez highlights inspirational survivor stories Sedona AZ (February 22, 2013) – Experience the strength, courage and hope of extraordinary burn survivors in a new documentary film, “TRIAL BY FIRE: Lives Re-Forged”, screening during the Sedona International Film Festival on February 28th and March 2nd. The film features Dancing with the Stars Champion, J. R. Martinez and other inspirational survivors who transcend devastating injuries to reclaim first their lives, and then their dreams. When you forge metal with fire, it becomes stronger. The same is true of the human spirit.
Emergency declaration could clear way for federal repair reimbursement Phoenix AZ (February 21, 2013) – While the Arizona Department of Transportation is still trying to determine what exactly happened to cause the ground to shift beneath US 89 Wednesday, the agency continues to assess the significant damage to the highway. Geotechnical engineers are currently evaluating the stability of the mountain slope, approximately 25 miles south of Page. “This area encompasses close to 500 feet of damaged pavement, but we had the opportunity in the plane to circle the area twice and it looks like the settlement could be a lot…
Verde Valley AZ (February 21, 2013) – Interested in doing more to protect Arizona’s air, land, and water? Sandy Bahr, Chapter Director for the Grand Canyon Chapter of the Sierra Club, will deliver a fun (yes fun) and informative presentation on the nuts and bolts of the Arizona Legislature, “Advocacy 101: How to Make Your Voice Heard,” when she speaks to the Citizens Water Advocacy Group on Sat., Mar. 9 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Granite Peak Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 882 Sunset in Prescott (two blocks behind True Value).
Northern Arizona SCORE Workshop in Prescott March 23 & Cottonwood June 8 Cottonwood AZ (February 21, 2013) – Q. “Everything I read lately about how to do marketing for a small business includes right up at the top of the list ‘Social Media,’ but I have been reluctant to try, and I’m really confused about how and where to start to learn. Does social media really help small business? How much time does it take, and how would you suggest I start?”
Cottonwood AZ (February 21, 2013) – The Verde Valley Senior Center is seeking your participation and support of its 5th annual “Mayors’ March-a-Mile for Meals” to be held on Saturday, March 23, 2013 with a check-in time of 8:00 a.m. and a starting time of 9:00 a.m. Putting the spotlight and focus on the plight of our senior citizens is a mission that needs community support. Did you know that 28% of Yavapai County’s population is over sixty years of age and that five out of every nine seniors in the U.S. lives below poverty level? Despite the huge challenge,…
tSedona AZ (February 21, 2013) – The City of Sedona is currently accepting proposals for the design and installation of a water slide at the Sedona Community Pool. This project must be completed by May 17, 2013. Interested bidders may attend a site visit with Rachel Murdoch, Recreation and Aquatics Supervisor, on Wednesday, March 6, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. Attendance is not mandatory, but interested parties must RSVP that they plan on attending. All attendees will meet at the Sedona Community Pool, 570 Posse Ground Road in Sedona. The RFP can be found at www.SedonaAZ.gov under Business tab or by…