Sedona News – The city invites residents to apply for the 2024 Sedona Police Department Community Police Academy, a free program designed to experience firsthand engagement with the Sedona Police Department, have a better understanding of the department’s role within the community and foster a collaborative relationship with residents. The eight-week program will be held every Tuesday evening from 6 to 9 p.m. starting on Oct. 8, 2024. It is for residents of Sedona and members of the business community and helps create open communication between the department’s community members and the Sedona Police Department staff. The police personnel’s direct…
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Sedona News – “Monday at the Museum” is a demonstration conducted every Monday. Please call for a current schedule. The Museum is always looking for participants who are willing to share their knowledge and skills. For details call 928-282-7038. September 16, Verde Valley Woodcarvers If you have a piece of wood and a wood carving knife, come to Monday at the Museum at Sedona Heritage Museum on Monday, September 16, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m and join the Verde Valley Woodcarvers. Hundreds of people have tried their hand at carving with this group since its founding in 1997 by…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to join theaters around the country for a nationwide theatrical event: “Sight & Sound Presents: Daniel LIVE” showing Aug. 30-Sept. 2 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mymg6c-qOws For the first time ever Sight & Sound is broadcasting LIVE into movie theaters nationwide! Join us as the brand-new original production, “Daniel”, goes from the big stage to the big screen in this special live event. Taken from his people, Daniel is exiled inside the perilous kingdom of Babylon. As he navigates this new life, will his trust in God remain…
By Rabbi Alicia Magal The JCSVV offers services and classes which are life-affirming and soul enriching. All are listed on the synagogue website, jcsvv.org. Visitors are welcome to attend services after a security check. People who cannot attend or who live far away can access the service through zoom. Erev Shabbat services begin on Friday evening, August 30, 2024, beginning at 5:30 pm in person and on Zoom lay-led by Meri Thomason, who will chant a selection from Re’eh, Deuteronomy 11:26 – 16:17, beginning with “See, I place before you blessing and curse…” and exhorts the Children of Israel to choose…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “The Firing Squad” showing Aug. 30-Sept. 5 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon and Mary D. Fisher Theatres. “The Firing Squad” features an all-star cast including Cuba Gooding Jr., Kevin Sorbo and James Barrington. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b9iALeD_h84 Inspired by a true story, ‘The Firing Squad’ is a powerful journey of redemption on death row. In the heart of Indonesia, three condemned prisoners facing execution find unexpected solace within prison walls. Grappling with their pasts and imminent demise, they embark on an extraordinary transformation. Embracing Christianity, they discover…
TÓ NANEESDIZÍ, DINÉTAH, (TUBA CITY, NAVAJO NATION) – Yee Ha’ólníi Doo, a Navajo-led grassroots nonprofit, has announced a $300,000 grant from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. The 18-month grant will directly support the growth of emerging entrepreneurs and empower Navajo youth in the Navajo Nation in northwest New Mexico. The Navajo Nation faces significant economic disparities, with unemployment and poverty rates far exceeding national averages. To address these challenges, Yee Ha’ólníi Doo is committed to fostering economic independence and self-sufficiency within the community. Yee Ha’ólníi Doo will use the grant to expand business development programs within its existing community centers and innovation…
Sedona News – The City of Sedona is thrilled to partner with Yavapai County to host the 6th annual free Household Hazardous Waste and Electronics Collection event on Saturday, October 5 from 8:00 am – 12:00 pm. The event will be located behind West Sedona Elementary School in the parking lot by the Sedona Community Pool at 570 Posse Grounds Road. This free event is for City of Sedona and unincorporated Yavapai County residents. The drop-off event will be collecting household hazardous waste, electronics, paper documents for shredding, and medical waste for proper disposal. For a detailed list of acceptable…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “Bull Street” showing Aug. 30-Sept. 5 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7BMETCAQu-s Writer/director Lynn Dow and producer Wendy Tucker-Tannock will be in Sedona in person to do a live Q&A at the opening screening of “Bull Street” on Friday, Aug. 30. “Bull Street” follows LouEster Sadie Gibbs (played by newcomer Malynda Hale), a 39-year-old small-town personal injury lawyer whose mother died in childbirth. Her grandmother, Mrs. Big-Gal (Sedona Film Festival honoree Loretta Devine), has raised her in their humble family home with…
By David Stephen Sedona, AZ — Which is more important, mind or life? One can argue that life is as useful as it can support the mind—effectively. How important is the mind? The mind is as exceptional as the quality of intelligence it bears. This is the distinction of humanity among species. How does intelligence work? It is the distinction of relays across memory areas. Simply, intelligence is the specificity with which memories are obtained across several locations within the mind. Several people can do calculations—some fast, others slow—in their minds, but any calculation that is possible within a timeframe…
… one of the funnest things in photographing birds is to get the launches into flight and also the landings. Birds have control over their feathers and are able to shape their wings to give them absolute precision flight in every aspect of it. The fledgling Osprey above is using all his newfound skill to make a landing on a very small branch … tail feathers fully fanned out and the wings providing braking power as he extends his legs and talons to grip the branch he is just making contact with … zero speed as he grips, flexes his legs to…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “Across the River and Into the Trees” showing Aug. 30-Sept. 5 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre. “Across the River and Into the Trees” is the long-awaited Ernest Hemingway adaptation starring Liev Schreiber, Matilda De Angelis, Josh Hutcherson and Danny Huston. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OPHEG2x6YXA Set in post WW2 Venice Italy, American Army Col. Richard Cantwell, haunted by the war, is a bona fide hero who faces news of his illness with stoic disregard. Determined to spend a weekend in quiet solitude, he commandeers a military driver…
Sedona News – Over the weekend of October 12-13, 2024, the 33rd Annual Sedona Arts Festival will showcase a diverse lineup of more than 100 juried artists from across the country. Held on the campus of Sedona Red Rock High School, 995 Upper Red Rock Loop Road in West Sedona, this renowned fine art festival will also feature live music, raffle prizes, food and a beer and wine garden – all set against the breathtaking backdrop of Sedona’s red rocks. The festival will run from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Sunday.…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is taking its show on the road on Wednesday, Aug. 28 at The Wilde Resort and Spa for “Wilde Wednesdays” — an outdoor under-the-stars movie experience with “Movies on the Move”. “Eagles: Hell Freezes Over” will be screened in The Grove Fire Pit Garden at The Wilde Resort and Spa. https://youtu.be/tnHOjXUtJSg?si=FuBuipNdL7nv6nA6 Thirty years ago, The Eagles perform in concert, in celebration of the group’s reunion, which was supposed to occur “when hell freezes over.” This extraordinary concert film — filmed live in front of an audience on the Warner Bros. sound studio…
Prescott News – Embrace the rich cultural heritage and artistic innovation of Prescott at the 4th Friday Art Walk on September 27, 2024. This celebrated monthly event brings together art lovers, community members, and visitors to explore the area’s vibrant art scene, with over 16 galleries extending their hours and opening their doors for an evening of creativity and inspiration. Since its beginning in 2004, Prescott’s 4th Friday Art Walk is the night to get out and experience Prescott’s visual arts scene. Every month features signature events and exhibits produced by the galleries. The galleries are open during their regular…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to join theaters around the world to present the global premiere of “We Will Dance Again” showing Aug. 29 and Sept. 1 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. Friendship, love, peace and freedom-these ideals drew young hearts from around the globe to Nova’s EDM music festival in the South of Israel. But as the sun rose on October 7th, the fantasy shattered. Rockets sliced through the sky, and the dancing stopped. Confusion morphed into fear as gunfire erupted amidst the chaos. “We Will Dance Again” is a stark portrayal of…