Author: Tommy

Sedona AZ (October 10, 2011) – The City of Sedona will be holding a Vote-By-Mail Special Election on November 8, 2011. There are two ballot propositions. Proposition 410 is a referendum to decide whether or not the voters want the City of Sedona to take portions of State Route 89A and State Route 179 from the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT). Proposition 411 is an initiative to decide if future offers from the State of Arizona to transfer any State Route within the Sedona City Limits should be referred to the voters. Publicity pamphlets discussing these propositions have been mailed…

Sedona AZ (October 3, 2011) – On Wednesday, October 19, 2011, at 5:30 p.m., the Sedona City Council will hold a work session on the City’s storm drainage management program. There will be a presentation and discussion regarding the major flooding events in 2009 and 2011, the 2005 storm drain master plan, and current drainage maintenance practices. Items to be covered include the City’s efforts to manage storm runoff, the priorities of that program, and the costs associated with the program. Interested residents and business owners are encouraged to attend. Sedona City Hall is located at 102 Roadrunner Drive. For…

T.G. Sheppard Plays Annual Affair Fundraising Event in Phoenix to Benefit Seriously Ill Children – October 14 & 15, 2011 Scottsdale, AZ (August 8, 2011) – On Saturday, October 15, 2011, legendary country artist T.G. Sheppard will play for a crowd of 300 people at the exclusive Los Cedros USA in Scottsdale, Arizona. This intimate concert will benefit Camp Soaring Eagle, a non-profit organization that provides medically safe camping programs for seriously ill children and their families. This event is part of the 2011 Annual Affair and guests will enjoy multiple events for a weekend full of fun and giving.

Sedona AZ (October 7, 2011) – On Saturday, October 29, 2011 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Sedona Police Department and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will give the public another opportunity to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs. Bring your medications for disposal to Sedona Police Department parking lot at 100 Roadrunner Drive. The service is free and anonymous, no questions asked.

Festival of Wreaths Sedona AZ (October 7, 2011) – With the beautiful fall season heading our way, it is time to get out to the studio and start creating wreaths and tabletop trees for the upcoming Festival of the Wreaths which will open with its annual Preview Gala Event on Sunday, November 13th from 5-8pm.

Sedona AZ (October 7, 2011) – The City of Sedona Arts & Culture Commission invites you to attend the 4th Annual Mayor’s Arts Awards on Thursday, November 10, at 5:30 p.m. The ceremony, including hors d’oeuvres and a no-host cash bar, will take place at Los Abrigados Resort & Spa in the Landmark Ballroom and is sponsored by Diamond Resorts International.

Enjoy the classic silent film on the big screen accompanied by a live, 32-piece orchestra Sedona AZ (October 6, 2011) – The Verde Valley Sinfonietta and the Sedona International Film Festival have teamed up to present a very special event on Tuesday, Oct. 18. This joint collaboration will feature the original 1923 silent movie version of “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” accompanied by a live, 32-piece orchestra. There will be one screening of the film at 7:00 p.m. at the Sedona Performing Arts Center at Red Rock High School. This special event will kick off the Verde Valley Sinfonietta’s 2011-2012…

The MENding Monologues stages a “theatrepeutic” experience for audiences. With 2008 World Grand Slam Poet Ed Mabrey Sedona AZ (October 6, 2011) – Inspired by The Vagina Monologues, The MENding Monologues performs on Friday, Oct 7 at 7 PM for their last local performance of the year. Tickets are $10 advance or $12 the night of the show. This show is likely to sell out, so please purchase your tickets early.

Verde Valley, AZ (October 6, 2011) –  The Coconino and Tonto National Forests will be conducting area improvements along the Fossil Creek Road (FR708) and the Childs Road (FR 502) from October 17 through 22. A temporary road closure of FR 708 will be in effect Monday October 17, between the Fossil Creek Springs Trailhead and the historic Irving Power Plant location. This section of road will reopen Tuesday, October 18, although individuals can expect periodic traffic delays and heavy equipment construction activity in the area throughout the week.

Museum’s Fall Arts & Crafts Sale Sedona AZ (October 5, 2011) – The gift-giving holiday season is fast upon us all. What do we do for those on our list who have everything? You may want to check out this weekend’s Fall Arts & Crafts Sale at the Sedona Heritage Museum. The show is Saturday only, October 15 at the Museum in Uptown Sedona. Doors are open from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The show will be set up in the historic Jordan apple packing shed and surrounding park. This show is an old-fashioned arts and crafts show like you…

Sedona AZ (October 5, 2011) – A fourth Community Plan workshop will be held on the topic of Sustainability on Wednesday, October 12, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room at West Sedona School. The public is encouraged to attend and participate in this important long-range planning project.

Sedona AZ (October 5, 2011) – Bring your bathing suit and join your friends at the best pumpkin patch in Sedona. On Saturday, October 22, 2011 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., the Sedona Community Pool will be home to 300 pumpkins ready for the picking. Out of the water that is! From 1 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., children can enjoy games on the pool deck. At 1:30 p.m., participants will be allowed into the water to select their favorite pumpkin.

Sedona AZ (October 5, 2011) – There’s no place like home. After all, home is where the heart is. And this season at Canyon Moon Theatre, home is where the drama is! From crazy families and quirky friends to unexpected love and unconditional devotion, Season XIV will bring you laughs and touch your heart. Get ready to experience shows that range from the thought-provoking to the laughably absurd to the all too familiar. Our benefit-laden Season Subscription offers you priority seating, discounts on special events, the ability to exchange tickets easily before a performance and the opportunity to purchase discounted…

Sedona AZ (October 5, 2011) – Keep Sedona Beautiful, Inc. is pleased to announce the first winners in the newly launched Sedona Capture the Wonder (SCTW) online photo contest. The contest was held from June 15 through August 15, 2011. Photos taken within 160,000 acres of Red Rock Country were rated by an online voting process designed to be as fair as possible and winners will receive cash prizes totaling $350. The goal of this and all future contests is to protect and sustain this area by “Capturing the Wonder of Sedona,” as a lasting testament to its unique natural…

Sedona AZ (October 5, 2011) – The City of Sedona is currently seeking to fill two positions on the Housing Commission. Both are three-year terms, from November 1, 2011 through October 31, 2014. The deadline to submit applications to be considered to serve on the Housing Commission is Monday, November 7, 2011 at 5:00 p.m.