Sedona News – Wendy Lippman, Resident Partner and General Manager of Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village, will give a presentation about the history of Tlaquepaque at the Sedona Heritage Museum on Thursday, October 12, at 10 am. The program is free to attend. Tlaquepaque is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2023. First opened in 1973, it has become an integral part of the Sedona community, attracting tourists to its many unique shops, galleries, and restaurants, as well as hosting community events like the annual Sedona Tree Lighting and Santa Visit. Wendy will explore the history of Tlaquepaque from Abe Miller’s vision…
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Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe” showing Sept. 29-Oct. 5 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. Based on the book by Benjamin Alire Sáenz, set in 1987 El Paso, “Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe” is the tale of two teenage Mexican-American loners as they explore their friendship and the difficult road to self-discovery. Resentful at the world, 15-year-old Aristotle Mendoza wants to blend in and be left alone, but the summer he meets free spirit Dante…
Sedona, AZ –With multiple Billboard-charting singles, including a BiIlboard #1 smash hit with “Style and Elegance”, and four highly acclaimed albums, New York guitarist JJ Sansaverino has reached millions touring the world with his “Benson meets Santana” musical style. An extraordinary performer, JJ has a “take no prisoners” performance attitude, gracing the stage night after night touring on his own or with reggae legend Maxi Priest and bringing his vibe of Smooth Jazz, R&B, and Reggae. A Berklee School of Music graduate and award winner, he has shared the stage with the likes of Maceo Parker, Victor Bailey, Gerald Albright,…
… I pulled in about 2:30 this morning and made it to bed around 4AM which is not that much out of the norm for me … Katie was very happy to see me, even after a week of being spoiled rotten by Jami … it was good to get some rest in my own bed! The trip was fun as I got to spend time with friends and family and re-acquainted with So Cal traffic delights … thanks to the addition of many more lanes, the freeways are about the same as they were when we left … it…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to join theaters around the globe to present the worldwide premiere of “The Blind” showing Sept. 28-Oct. 5 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre. “The Blind” is the true story of the Robertson family. Long before Phil Robertson became a reality TV star, he fell in love with Miss Kay and started a family, but his demons threatened to tear their lives apart. Set in the backwoods swamps of 1960s Louisiana, “The Blind” shares never-before-revealed moments in Phil’s life as he seeks to conquer the shame of his past, ultimately finding…
Sedona News – The Mutual UFO Network (MUFON) of Sedona presents author and educator Robert F. Farrell, D.Eng. in the new series dedicated to the scientific research of the UFO phenomena. His lecture is “The Science Behind the ‘Mummies’ of Nazca, Peru” on Sunday, October 22, at 3:00 pm, at The Global Center for Christ Consciousness, 100 Northview Road, Sedona, AZ 86336. Something historic is happening in Nazca, Peru. In early 2017 several “unusual” bodies and parts of bodies were examined after being given to the Inkari Institute in Cusco, Peru in late 2016. The location of the find as well as…
Sedona News – The Sedona Symphony (formerly Verde Valley Sinfonietta) presents its opening concert of the 2023-2024 season under the direction of newly appointed Artistic Director, Janna Hymes. The concert features guest artist Sean Chen, performing Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 20 in D minor, K. 466, on Sunday, October 15 at 2:30 PM in the Sedona Performing Arts Center, 995 Upper Red Rock Loop Rd. in Sedona. J.S. Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 in G major, BWV 1048, and Dvořák’s Serenade for Winds in D minor, Op. 44 round out the program. A “thoughtful musician well beyond his years” (The…
Sedona News – Celebrate the spirit, songs and stories of Peter, Paul and Mary when renowned tribute band MacDougal Street West brings its live show and concert “A Peter, Paul and Mary Experience” to Sedona. There will be two performances on Saturday, Sept. 30 at 4 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 1 at 4 p.m. at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre, presented by the Sedona International Film Festival. You supply the memories … we’ll supply the songs! MacDougal Street West brings back the ballads, humor and emotions of the 60s for today’s audiences. Recall the magic! Experience the acoustic music and…
By Amaya Gayle Gregory Thoughts tend to compare and contrast, to keep the current status quo, whatever that is, good or bad, in the frame. Watching them, it occurs to me that maybe that is their nature, the attraction of like and dissimilar, allies and opponents, comparison points that prove success or failure. Lately, I’ve been noticing that as soon as the thought slides by that claims success — oh , I don’t do that anymore … or wow, this little body no longer has that problem — the reverse pops in to disavow the thought and the one doing…
Sedona News – Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present “Deconstructing The Beatles: Abbey Road, Side 2” on Thursday, Sept. 28 at 7 p.m. at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. This popular 9-show series — featuring composer/producer and The Beatles historian Scott Freiman — is returning to Sedona in September in preparation for Freiman coming in person in early October to present three brand new Deconstructing The Beatles programs LIVE at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. The Beatles’ Abbey Road, Side 2 is a masterpiece filled with classic Beatles songs, such as “Come Together,” “Something,” and “Here Comes the…
Jazz Greats Concert Series Starts at Sound Bites Grill This Weekend On Friday, Sept 22, at its Sedona Winefest Kick Off Party, Sound Bites Grill in Sedona launches its Jazz Greats Concert Series featuring #1 Billboard Jazz Artist Will Donato. The concert series will run through mid-November with Jazz artists JJ Sansaverino, Steve Oliver, Adam Hawley, Dee Lucas, and Blake Aaron. Visit Sound Bites Grill calendar online to view dates. Wine and Jazz enthusiasts will enjoy an evening of food, fun and music at the Kickoff Party. The evening features wine tasting from 3 Arizona wineries, dinner, live music and dancing. Keep…
… I headed up to Anaheim t his morning to visit the shop and people where my gem cutting began … some new people in the store and very much like it used to be … a wonderful visit to Burton’s Gems and Opals. I started buying jars of rough opal there in 1976. Back then it was called Lapidary International and was owned by two of my clients … Dave Burton acquired the business from Cleve and George about 40 years ago and has done wonderful things with the business and he has some very beautiful loose stones and…
Sedona News – Celebrate the New Age Soul Music of Ted Turner and Majella when they perform their live concert “Equal Measure” on the stage at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre on Saturday, Sept. 23 at 7 p.m., presented by the Sedona International Film Festival. Ted and Majella’s songs talk about love, in any way they know how. Their union first began as a friendship which — some ten years later — developed into a marriage. Neither could have imagined the synergy to be found through collaboration. Ted is one of the original twin lead guitarists in the British rock…
Sedona News – Win Holden, former Publisher of Arizona Highways magazine, will be at Sedona Public Library in the Village on Friday, September 29, to talk about the rich and fascinating history of Arizona Highways. As the magazine approaches its 100th birthday in April 2025, Holden will share the compelling back story of this world-renowned magazine and how it has not only survived but thrived. A Valley resident since 1980, Holden was recognized by the Arizona Office of Tourism and the Arizona Lodging and Tourism Association as their 2017 and 2018 Lifetime Award recipient and received the 2015 Lifetime Achievement…
Verde Valley News – Crochet enthusiasts and novices alike are invited to join us at the Camp Verde Community Library in October for a fun-filled series of Beginner’s Crochet Workshops. Whether you’re picking up crochet hooks for the first time or looking to refresh your skills, these workshops are open to all skill levels, with beginners highly encouraged. Led by experienced crochet instructors, participants will have the opportunity to learn the basics, create beautiful 3D amigurumi projects, and connect with fellow crafters. Don’t miss this opportunity to embark on a creative journey and connect with fellow crafters in Camp Verde.…