Let’s Go Camping Flagstaff, AZ (May 20, 2011) – Campfire and smoking restrictions will be lifted on the Coconino National Forest beginning Friday at 8 a.m. Recent rains along with higher humidity and increased fuel moistures have lowered fire danger on the forest, thus decreasing the risk of major wildfires. “It’s everyone’s responsibility to practice fire safety and prevent human-caused fires. Although campfires and smoking will be allowed throughout the forest, people should never leave a campfire unattended. Campers should make sure they pack a shovel and about five to six gallons of water to extinguish their campfire completely before…
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CITIZENS STEERING COMMITTEE FOR SEDONA COMMUNITY PLAN UPDATE Notice is hereby given that the City of Sedona Citizens Steering Committee for the Sedona Community Plan Update will meet on Tuesday, May 24, 2011 at 3:00 p.m. in the Vultee Conference Room located at Sedona City Hall, 106 Roadrunner Drive, Sedona, Arizona. NOTE: Times noted on the agenda are approximations only and may vary.
Japanese Samurai Movie for Charity, May 28 Sedona, AZ (May 20, 2011) – Sedona Heart Japan Campaign’s Japan Movie Night presents the acclaimed “Love and Honor” (Bushi no Ichibun, literally Warrior’s Honor), the story of a samurai facing life with a handicap, May 28, Saturday, 6:30 p.m., Sedona Mago Healing Center, 340 Jordan Road, Uptown Sedona. Shinnojo, a low-level samurai, lives with his pretty, dutiful and loyal wife, Kayo. He has realized that his position as a food taster for a feudal lord is boring and pointless. He considers opening a kendo school for boys from all castles, where he…
Sedona Heritage Museum Participates in Blue Star Museum Program Sedona, AZ (May 20, 2011) – 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 30, through Labor Day, September 5, 2011. This free admission program is available to active military members and their immediate family members.
Margaret Starbird Keynote at Mary Magdala Celebration Sedona, AZ (May 19, 2011) – Margaret Starbird, internationally renowned author and Magdalene scholar, will be the keynote speaker at the 8th annual Mary Magdala Celebration sponsored by the Celebrating Women Witnesses Ministry of Sedona on Saturday, July 23, 9:00AM to 3:30PM at the Sedona Creative Life Center, 333 Schnebly Hill Rd, Sedona. The theme this year is, “In the Footsteps of Mary Magdalene: Women Living Her Message.†The program will also include women speakers from the community, music, dance, meditation and reflection sharing. Starbird, a pioneer in Magdalene research, is the author…
Visit Old Town Cottonwood Memorial Day Old Town Cottonwood, AZ (May 19, 2011) – How can one describe or capture the magical ‘ambiance’ of Jerome, Clarkdale and Cottonwood? Is it the history, still present in the historic buildings, mining remnants and colorful stories? Is it the beautiful landscapes, vistas, and mountains? Is it the areas local ‘renaissance’ driven by the bourgeoning wine industry and Old Town’s revival? Come find out for yourself this Memorial Day Weekend, with a visit to the area, and Old Town, Cottonwood, one of Arizona’s treasures.
For Sale: Two vehicles and other Miscellaneous equipment Sedona, AZ (may 17, 2011) – One of the Sedona City Council’s top priorities is financial sustainability. As part of the city’s goal for financial sustainability, staff continually evaluates its fleet of vehicles to ensure appropriate fleet size, vehicle use, and efficiency. As a result, the City is auctioning two vehicles and other miscellaneous equipment through publicsurplus.com over the next 35 days with a staggered release date. If you are interested in viewing the vehicles or other items, go to www.publicsurplus.com and search “Agency” for City of Sedona. Check back often to…
Local Questers Join Palatki Questers in Grant Quest Sedona, AZ (May 17, 2011) – The Palatki Questers and Sedona Questers chapters recently partnered to get an Arizona Questers grant for building preservation work at the Sedona Heritage Museum. In addition to the “Preservation & Restoration” grant from the state organization, the two local chapters contributed matching funds. Specifically, the grant and other funds went toward the installation of historically accurate gutters on the Jordan Fruit Packing Shed and re-siding portions of the historic Jordan Tractor Shed. The gutters will protect the foundation and siding for the future and the replacement…
Sedona Community Plan Update Sedona, AZ (May 17, 2011) – This week, two identical inspirational events will be held to discuss Imagine Sedona – 2020 & Beyond, the Sedona Community Plan Update. Please encourage your friends and neighbors to attend and participate! When: Thursday, May 19 at 7:00 p.m. or Saturday, May 21 at 10:00 a.m. Where: Sedona Creative Life Center 333 Schnebly Hill Road For More Information: Mike Raber, Senior Planner at Mraber@sedonaaz.gov or 204-7106 Kathy Levin, Associate Planner at Klevin@sedonaaz.gov or 203-5035 Website: www.sedonaaz.gov/planUpdate
It’s De Déjà Vu All Over Again Sedona, AZ (May 16, 2011) – In a startling revelation by one Sedona City Councilor, a slip of the tongue has ignited what the community thought was a democratic solution to the SR (State Route) 89a continuous roadway lighting issue. In early March, 2011, a number of signature gatherers for Let The People Vote on 89a, canvassed the town pitching voters on the value of the democratic process of Referendum for voting up or down on an issue. Now, in a bombshell revelation at a public meeting, the truth be told: nope, the…
City of Sedona Begins Four-Day Work Week Starting May 22 Sedona, AZ (May 15, 2011The City of Sedona will implement four 10-hour days of operation beginning the week of May 22, 2011. City Hall will be open for business Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. and be closed on Fridays. This is the second year this schedule is being put into service and is effective through September 10. The Community Development department will remain closed for lunch from noon to 1 p.m. The Police Department will continue normal daily operations, remaining available and open 24 hours a…
Sedona Arts & Culture Commission Sedona, AZ (May 13, 2011) – Have you ever wondered about the variety of artwork you see in the Council Chambers or Vultee Conference Room at City Hall? Thanks to the City’s Art in Public Places Committee (APPC), the exhibits are a result of reaching out to our talented community and showcasing local artists. Members of APPC include Chair Roberta Kinion, Robert Albrecht, Susan Henkels, Susan Kliewer, Dennis Ott, Ed Uzumeckis, and Mei Wei Wong. The Committee is pleased to announce that the current exhibit in the Chambers features artist extraordinaire Mary Fisher. She has…
Sleep under the stars Sedona, AZ (May 13, 2011) – Back by popular demand, Sedona Parks and Recreation is pleased to offer to our community and visitors the opportunity to camp at beautiful Sunset Park on Friday, June 3, 2011. For only $15 per tent, participants can join others for a night of camping under the stars, informative lectures, telescope star viewing, and a group yoga class in the morning. This event is great for first time campers as well as seasoned campers that want to enjoy camping close to home and learn about camping safety. Sunset Park is located…
Flowering plants and your dining table Sedona, AZ (May 13, 2011) – There’s a giant prickly pear cactus in my front yard that at this time every year blesses our neighborhood with an abundant display of bright yellow flowers. Across the summer months these are transformed into deep purple prickly pears which, I in turn, transform into jelly around Labor Day. The blossoms on my pear tree are starting to form little bulbs which will ultimately become tasty fruit. My neighbor tells me that her tomato plants are starting to produce veggies. Another neighbor has been carefully tending his raised…
Sedona Public Library in the Village Village of Oak Creek (May 13, 2011) – As part of the ongoing Sedona Public Library in the Village Rotating Artist Series, Bev Copen will be displaying her artwork at the new village location in Tequa Plaza beginning on Tuesday, May 10, 2011. A reception where you can meet the artist will be held on Wednesday, May 18 from 4 to 6:00pm. Some of Copen’s artwork will be available for purchase with a portion of the proceeds going to support village library services. The theme of her exhibit is “Doors, Windows & People…