Verde Valley News – Ariel Cunningham felt ‘confident and good’ walking away from her February audition. “I didn’t think ‘Oh, I got it.’ But I got through all my stuff – my song, and contemporary monologue. The auditioner said she might stop and work with the actors a bit. But when I finished, all she said, was ‘thank you.’” Three days after returning to Prescott, Ariel – a twenty-year-old YC Performing Arts student – was notified that she was the newest member of the American Musical and Dramatic Academy (AMDA). “It’s such an honor,” she says. One of the country’s…
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Sedona News – For over 47 years, the University Women of Sedona’s primary purpose has been to provide financial scholarships and support to women in furthering their educational opportunities to an accredited local college or university. The deadline for applications for these life-changing scholarships for 2024-25 is fast approaching. Applications are due April 8. Applicants must be a permanent resident of Northern Arizona; be a woman re-entering or continuing her education; be registered at one of a list of Northern Arizona colleges (Yavapai Community College/Verde Valley or Clarkdale campuses, Coconino Community College, Northern Arizona University); show financial need; and, have…
Sedona News – The Sedona Heritage Museum will host Sedona International Film Festival Executive Director Patrick Schweiss as he speaks about the 30 year history of the Festival on Thursday, April 11, at 10 am in the historic Apple Shed. His presentation is “30 years of the Sedona International Film Festival.” “I’ll take folks on a journey through our history, from our humble beginnings as a 2.5 day festival to now a 9 day festival and year round programs at two theatres. I’ll take people behind the scenes on creating the festival and some fun celebrity stories!” said Schweiss. Schweiss…
Sedona News – The City of Sedona, Arizona is announcing a Request for Proposals from qualified Design and Development Firms to provide professional services for the creation of the Master Plan for the Sedona Cultural Park. To find details about this project or submit a response, please visit the City’s eProcurement system at https://sedonaaz.bonfirehub.com/portal. Department Community Development, Financial Services Category RFPs – Finance RFP Number 24-009RFP Start Date 03/26/2024 12:00 p.m. Close Date 04/25/2024 2:00 p.m. RFP Post Status Open
Parents-To-Be Pampering, Private Birthstone Sessions, Maternity Spa Treatments & More Now Available to Book at Ambiente Sedona, AZ S– Since its debut last year as the first landscape hotel in North America, Ambiente Sedona has quickly staked its claim as one of the Southwest’s most premiere adults-only destinations for romance and special occasion travel. Now, the ultra-luxurious hotel is inviting parents-to-be to celebrate their last trip as a twosome with a new Unforgettable Babymoon package promising plenty of pampering for both mom and dad plus private, intimate experiences embodying the mysticism and serenity that Sedona is so widely revered for. An…
Sedona, AZ– The following is a Letter to the Editor from Linda Martinez, of the Sedona Housing Advisory Group, addressing questions and concerns regarding the proposed use of the Cultural Park as a safe overnight parking area for the homeless Sedona workers living in their cars.
Hālau Hula Nāpuaokaleiʻilima celebrates their 20th Anniversary of offering Hula classes and Hawaiian cultural education in Central Arizona. To mark this special occasion, the Hālau is inviting the public to attend a free event of hula commemorating Hawaiian Lei Day on Saturday, May 4, 2024 at the Sedona Posse Grounds Pavilion, 525 Posse Grounds Road, from 12 noon – 3PM. Bring your picnic lunch and chair to enjoy immersing yourself in genuine Hawaiian hula and cultural commentary. Kumu Hula (master teacher) Kēhau Chrisman announces the 2024 class schedule in Beginner Hula, Hawaiian ʻUkulele, and Hawaiian (ʻŌlelo) language. Kumu Kehau Chrisman started studying…
Sedona News – Back by popular demand: The Sedona International Film Festival announces award-winning recording duo Sirsy will be performing live in concert Wednesday, April. 3 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre in Sedona at 7 p.m. It’s hard to imagine a sound this big coming from just two people. The Boston Globe calls Sirsy the “little band with the big sound.” Fans call them the little band with big heart. Hailing from Upstate New York, Sirsy is a sassy pop-rock duo with folk intimacy. Sirsy is known for their passionate, honest, heartfelt live performances that have a charming intensity…
Verde Valley News – Yavapai College has named Dr. Marylou Mercado as its Vice President of Workforce Development and Health Sciences. Dr. Mercado has served as interim for the last two months. Before being named interim, she was the Associate Vice President of Health Sciences and Wellness. As a member of the Yavapai College Executive Leadership Team, Dr. Mercado will oversee the Division of Workforce Development and Health Sciences, which includes the areas of Career and Technical Education, Health Science and Wellness, the Regional Economic Development Center (REDC), the Small Business Development Center (SBDC), and Adult Basic Education. “I am…
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. April 1, Red Rock Quilters Love quilting? Got questions? Members of the Red Rock Quilters will be the featured guests for Monday at the Museum on Monday, April 1, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Perhaps bring a small project to work on and enjoy the fellowship of quilting by getting your questions answered or just talking about the joy of…
Sedona News – Come and celebrate the reactivating power of sunlight and energy this Spring with a unique live concert performance collaboration featuring Swedish vocal artist GAYEA and Native American flute player KEL MOCKINGBIRD from Sedona/Arizona. Experience the exceptional blend of uplifting Nordic and Southwest spirits and allow the healing vibrations to awaken you. There will be one performance on Saturday, March 30 at 7 p.m. at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre, presented by Worldstrings Promotion. GAEYA – Imagine you want to reconnect with Mother Earth. Then, GAEYA is for you. Rooted in Sweden, she blends Scandinavian mystery – driven by powerful vocals – with…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to join theatres around the world to present the global premiere of “Someone Like You” showing April 2-11 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fUqqn3I5u20 Based on the popular novel by #1 NY Times Bestselling author Karen Kingsbury, “Someone Like You” is an achingly beautiful redemptive love story. Shocking news hits after young architect Dawson Gage loses his best friend, London Quinn. Now in his heartbreak, Dawson is compelled to launch an impossible search for London’s secret twin sister, twins separated as embryos. But along the way, Dawson never planned to…
Yavapai County News – In 2016, MATFORCE, along with over 30 other organizations, formed the Yavapai County Overdose Fatality Review Board (OFRB) with the goal of determining recommendations to prevent accidental drug overdose deaths. Each year the OFRB compiles a report outlining overall findings on the cases that have been reviewed. This year the report reviews all overdose deaths for 2023, as well as trends for all overdose deaths from 2016 -2023. For the third year in a row, overdose deaths in our county have declined, with an 20% decrease from 2020 to 2023. Sheila Polk, MATFORCE Board of Directors…
Sedona News – The vibrant and diverse artwork created by students of Orme School will take center stage at the Sedona Center for Harmony and Enrichment throughout the month of April. This captivating exhibition showcases the talent and creativity of young artists from around the world, offering a unique perspective on the power of education in fostering artistic expression. The public is cordially invited to join in the celebration during the First Friday Artist Reception on April 5th, from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM, at the Sedona Center for Harmony and Enrichment, located in the heart of Gallery Row at…
By Amaya Gayle Gregory It was a glorious walk this morning, earlier than normal. The sun was just peeking over the horizon, lighting the maple trees, the firs and cedars in a most spectacular display, mystically splashing their infinite shades of green against the backdrop of shadow and light. As I walked I found myself dipped in awe, in full recognition of why we incarnate, of why we are willing to slip into density even with the full awareness that embodied life will be both kind and cruel. The light alone is reason enough when we allow ourselves to fall…