Sedona, AZ (March 30, 2012) – Sedona Fire Board meetings always seem to be filled with surprises, and the March 27, 2012 Forum was no exception. The meeting room at the Jewish Community Center of Sedona and the Verde Valley was nearly filled to capacity. The audience was remarkably peaceful and polite, with no outbursts or reactions. If anyone has attended a Fire Board meeting in the past, the passion expressed is sometimes over the top. Recently a security officer was added to the Fire Board meetings.
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Sedona AZ (March 29, 2012) – A project nearly three years in the making finally came to completion last month when sculptures created by local artists Kim Kori and Ken Rowe were installed at Sedona’s two major roundabouts. The bronze sculptures, “Above and Beyond,” are located at the intersection of SR 89A and SR 179 and at SR 89A and Brewer Road.
Sedona AZ (March 29, 2012) – For laughter or to staunch tears, the public is invited to hear Sedona Writer, Willma Gore and former Verde Valley resident, Christina Lufkin, as well as published writers of Willma’s writer workshops, speak about the “how and why” of their published books. The event will be held. On April 11, 2-5 p.m. In the Community Room, Sedona Public Library, 3250 White Bear Road, West Sedona.
Durango CO (March 29, 2012) – Freenotes Harmony Park, the world leader in outdoor music instruments, donated seven instruments to the city Sedona, Arizona. This spring, the instruments were installed at the Sedona Visitor’s Center and at the Bus Shelter on Main Street in Uptown Sedona. Freenotes is making donations of outdoor instrument ensembles to destination arts communities around the world. Sedona has received the second donation, the first having been made to Key West, Florida.
Sedona AZ (March 29, 2012) – The Sedona Historical Society will be hosting a dedication program for its new entry monument at Sedona’s oldest cemetery, the Schuerman Red Rock Cemetery on Saturday, April 7 at 1 p.m. at the cemetery on Upper Red Rock Loop Road.
Sedona AZ (March 29, 2012) – March 27th 2012 at a thoughtful and probing City Council meeting the construction contract with Tiffany Construction was awarded and funds were released to begin building. After 11 years of planning and design, Friends of the Posse Grounds in partnership with the City of Sedona celebrated the council decision. President, Madeleine O’Callaghan said, “I am grateful and thrilled with the council’s vote. The Friends of the Posse Grounds Board thanks each member of the council who all asked important questions and listened as their concerns were answered and felt the groundswell of community support…
Sedona AZ (March 29, 2012) – Most people need no excuses to see an excellent art show. But for those who need them, here are a few. SAGA, Sedona’s professional visual artists organization, is hosting one of the best competitive art exhibitions in Arizona, being judged by Jerry Smith, Curator of American Art and Western American Art at the Phoenix Art Museum. The Open Exhibition is at the Amara Resort in Uptown Sedona from 9am to 5pm on March 29 and from 9am to 4pm March 30. The Reception and Awards Ceremony, in which Smith will talk about the quality…
Verde Valley AZ (March 28, 2012) – MATFORCE is offering a low-cost training, called “Homecoming” that will focus on understanding the stress and complications for returning war veterans and how their families and communities can support their reintegration.
Sedona AZ (March 28, 2012) – The City of Sedona’s Art in Public Places Committee is proud to announce a new exhibition featuring the paintings of the Northern Arizona Watercolor Society. Northern Arizona Watercolor Society (NAWS) is an art organization dedicated to promoting the art of watercolor painting throughout Arizona. NAWS supports the growth of young artists with an Annual Student Art Show held at Sedona Red Rock High School, which includes scholarship funds to assists students to further their study of art.
Sedona AZ (March 28, 2012) – In celebration of April as National Poetry Month, Sedona’s Studio Live hosts a poetry slam Saturday, April 7, starting at 7:30 p.m. featuring Mesa poet Bill Campana and hosted by Sedona poet Christopher Fox Graham. All poets are welcome to compete for the $75 grand prize and $25 second-place prize. The prize is funded in part by a donation from Verde Valley poetry supporter Jeanne Freeland.
Sedona AZ (March 28, 2012) – The Sedona Gallery Association is pleased to announce events for the next 1st Friday, April 6, 2012. The Sedona Gallery Association represents the collaborative efforts of the premiere galleries in Sedona to ensure that art lovers and artists alike experience the best art environment imaginable. On the 1st Friday of each month, from 5:00pm-8:00pm, members of the Sedona Gallery Association offer a unique monthly showcase highlighting artists, special exhibits, and art events. These special art receptions give locals and Sedona visitors alike the opportunity to enjoy light refreshments while beginning their weekend with an…
Sedona AZ (March 28, 2012) – The Sedona Heritage Museum presents Michael Peach in his next performance of his new original show “Arizona History & Hi-Jinx” at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 7. “In the wild, wild West it was considered best to provide for one’s own defense. Even-ing a score was a necessary chore whenever things got too intense. Many a slight could result in a fight with fists, or knives, or guns. Disputes were often settled with blood and metal, when all was said and done.” So says award-winning actor, playwright and historian Michael Peach in his new…
Sedona AZ (March 28, 2012) – In honor of March being Arizona Archaeology and Heritage Awareness Month Goldenstein Gallery, Southwest rock art photographer Susie Reed and Pink Jeep Tours are collaborating to present “Explore Ancient Wonders of Sedona”. This is a unique opportunity to see and learn about some of Sedona’s ancient treasures from colorful experts. It includes a Pink Jeep tour to Honanki Heritage Site proceeded by a talk by Susie at Goldenstein Gallery, where she exhibits her beautiful photos. This event, which is taking place for the first time on March 31st from 1 to 5 pm, will…
Sedona AZ (March 27, 2012) – The City of Sedona Art in Public Places Committee is proud to announce a new exhibition featuring the paintings of David Haskell. David Haskell is primarily a self-taught artist who began painting landscapes and seascapes while in high school. Although he worked his way through college as an illustrator, he chose a career in resource management with the National Park Service. He retired from the NPS in 1999 and ever since then he has been painting full-time. David is also a founding member and current president of the Arizona Plein Air Painters.
Sedona AZ (March 27, 2012) – Studio Live hosts the fifth poetry slam in the 2011/2012 season Saturday, April 7, at 7:30 p.m. Hosted by Sedona poet Christopher Fox Graham, poets will be competing for a slot in Sedona’s first National Poetry Slam Team. Tickets are $7.00 in advance and $12.00 the day of the performance. All poets are welcome to compete for the $75 grand prize and $25 second-place prize. The prize is funded in part by a donation from Verde Valley poetry supporter Jeanne Freeland.