Sedona, AZ — The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present “In The Spirit of Lennon: An Intimate Acoustic Celebration of the Life & Music of John Lennon” starring Drew Harrison live at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre on Tuesday and Wednesday, Oct. 14 and 15 This special concert is in celebration of what would have been John Lennon’s 85th birthday. Drew Harrison presents a loving, emotionally charged retrospective of the life and career of one of the most popular artists of all time, told through stories and songs from The Beatles years through the final recordings of his…
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By Bear Howard — Sedona, Arizona, is a place defined as much by its people as by its crimson cliffs and cathedral-like spires of sandstone. The red rocks stand eternal, guardians of a desert landscape that has long enchanted artists, seekers, and wanderers. Yet beneath the postcard beauty lies a community wrestling with its own reflection—a town where nostalgia for a simpler past has become a rallying cry, even as the pressures of the present grow stronger with each passing year. For many residents, Sedona is not just a home but a refuge. They recall the days when the town…
SEDONA, Ariz. – From Oct. 13 – 24, 2025, Summit Construction Company in coordination with Arizona Water Company, will close a small portion of Shelby drive in front of 2250 Shelby Dr. – or the Villas on Shelby project – to connect to the watermain that will provide new water service to the property. More specifically, business access east of Finley Drive on Shelby Drive will continue to exist via Sunset Drive, but for business access west of Finley Drive and Shelby Drive and for Finley Drive itself, drivers will need to travel via Shelby Drive. “We appreciate your patience…
Sedona, AZ — The Democrats of the Red Rocks (DORR) host “Learn about the Sedona Fire District and Meet a Candidate” with Chief Ed Mezulis, Sedona Fire District, and Sandy Zalecki, candidate for LD1 State Representative, at 9:30 am on Friday, October 17 at the Sedona Community Center, 2615 Melody Lane in West Sedona and on zoom. Chief Ed Mezulis has been with the Sedona Fire District (SFD) since 2000 and assumed the position of Fire Chief in September 2022. He will talk about the services SFD provides, SFD funding, current events around the district, and future needs. The second speaker, Sandy Zalecki, is a non-MAGA Christian with a…
Sedona, AZ — The Rotary Club of Sedona Village will observe Rotary International’s 35 years of working to eradicate polio at it’s October 16, 2025 meeting. Two polio survivors, local author Judy Neiman and Rotarian Dave Potter will share their experiences with the disease as well as the importance of ridding it from the world. As a founding partner of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative, Rotary International reduced polio cases by 99.9 percent since the first project to vaccinate children in the Philippines in 1979. Rotary members have contributed more than $2.1 billion and countless volunteer hours to protect nearly…
by dstepvd — There is something mentally anomalous about any mass shooting — independent of living with a clinical mental disorder or not — for the individual. Tracking this anomaly is a chance to predict and prevent the next mass shooting, given that most mass shooters and violent offenders possess it. The anomaly is called consequences cuts. It means that the ability for the consequences of the outcome, to prevent the action — in the brain — was cut, breaching functional norms. Simply, offenses with severe consequences in society are often avoided because the brain can prospect those consequences, especially in affective…
By Steve Segner Sedona, Ariz. — When Mayor Scott Jablow resigned from office, his decision not to notify Sedona’s hometown paper, the Red Rock News, might have seemed like a small act of omission. Instead, it laid bare a deeper tension that has been building for years — one that speaks to the fragile state of trust between local governments and the local press across America. For more than half a century, the Red Rock News was the undisputed chronicler of Sedona’s civic life. Its pages documented the city’s incorporation, its battles over development, and its uneasy embrace of tourism.…
By Clifton Holmes II Food Critic – The Sedonan Sedona, AZ — It was an evening steeped in flavor, artistry, and the unmistakable charisma of Chef Roberto Madrid — Sedona’s own Master of Modern Latin cuisine. Hosted by Melissa Rein Lively of The Brand Consortium PR, the intimate media dinner at Costa by Madrid brought together tastemakers and food enthusiasts for a sensory journey that was as beautiful to behold as it was to savor. Set beneath the glow of candlelight and the hum of conversation, each of the seven courses unfolded like a story — one that blended Latin…
Sedona, AZ — On Wednesday, October 15th, the Friends of the Forest (FOF) is hosting a Welcome event at the Red Rock Ranger Station in Sedona. FOF looks forward to seeing not only new members, but also anyone interested in learning about and hopefully joining our organization. At this event, you’ll hear from District Ranger Alex Schlueter about the value FOF brings to the Forest Service, our Friends of the Forest President, Melissa Pontikes about the benefits of membership, and our current Volunteers about FOF activities that they are involved in. The mission of Friends of the Forest is to…
Featuring the original “mystery endings” presentation where anyone could be the killer Sedona, AZ — The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to join theatres around the world for a special limited engagement of “Clue: 40th Anniversary” showing Oct. 10 and 12 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. “Clue” is back in theatres for the first time since its original 1985 release featuring the original “mystery endings” presentation where anyone could be the killer! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A_B1Lt4_cio Come enjoy the murderously funny movie based on the world-famous Clue board game. Was it Colonel Mustard in the study with a gun? Miss Scarlet in…
Sedona, Az — October 2025 — The intimate and architecturally stunning El Portal Sedona Hotel has been honored with three major distinctions: Best Hotel in the Verde Valley, Best Boutique Hotel in Arizona, and official recognition as a Michelin-recommended property — a rare achievement for an independent inn. Nestled in the heart of Sedona’s historic district, El Portal was built by owner and designer Steve Segner as a tribute to the Arts & Crafts movement — handcrafted from native stone, reclaimed wood, and ironwork by local artisans. Every room is unique, blending Old World craftsmanship with modern comfort, all wrapped…
Sedona, AZ — October 17–20, 2025 — The veil is lifting. This fall, the red rocks of Sedona will echo with truths as the SkyFire Summit 2025 hosts four days of controversial discourse, cosmic connection, and long-awaited disclosure. Held at The Global Center for Christ Consciousness, this year’s theme — “Secrecy to Transparency” — confronts the decades-long suppression of UFO encounters, alien abductions, and crash retrievals. As governments worldwide inch toward disclosure, SkyFire Summit offers a timely and transformative experience for truth-seekers, experiencers, and the curious alike. From October 17–20, attendees will explore the hidden history of extraterrestrial contact and the human stories behind it…
Sedona, AZ — The Jewish Community of Sedona and the Verde Valley, located at 100 Meadowlark Drive off Route 179 in Sedona, is a welcoming, egalitarian, inclusive congregation dedicated to building a link from the past to the future by providing religious, educational, social and cultural experiences. The JCSVV offers soul-enriching services, programs, and classes, all listed on the synagogue website, jcsvv.org. Office telephone: 928 204-1286. Visitors are welcome to attend services after a security check. Those who cannot attend in person can access the service through zoom. Rabbi Magal will lead Friday evening services on October 10 at 5:30 pm. The service will…
Sedona, AZ — I judged, and not surprisingly, felt judged. I looked out and saw another’s good fortune and felt a wealth of poverty. I equated being smart with being lovable, forgiving with offering myself as a sacrifice to the gods of repeat abuse, honoring my needs with being selfishly self-focused, standing for another, and cheering them on, with deflating my own rise. I confused strength with independence, and quite naturally found myself self-sufficient and alone. I didn’t trust, even though I pretended to. If I trusted, it was for life to let me down. I didn’t feel loved, even…
Sedoja, AZ –Community Library Sedona and Canmore Public Library are launching Capture the Moment: A Sister Libraries Photo Contest. This fall, adult photographers of all skill levels are invited to submit a single photo and a brief reflection (100 words or less) that captures the spirit of everyday life in their community. From quiet moments to joyful celebrations, each image will tell a story of place and connection. This is an opportunity to share a snapshot of life in your community. A quiet observation, a shared laugh, or the fading light of day—each photo whispers a story. This Sister Cities…