Recording duo from Upstate New York makes Sedona stop on tour through the Southwest Sedona, AZ — Back by popular demand: The Sedona International Film Festival announces award-winning recording duo Sirsy will be performing live in concert Thursday, Oct. 16 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WglC18sUBX4 Hailing from Upstate NY, Sirsy plays sassy singer-songwriter pop-rock with a charming intensity and…
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On Wednesday, October 15th at 5pm in Patio Las Campanas in Tlaquepaque the third show in the outdoor Autumn poetry readings known as Verses in the Village. Crowds have been enthusiastic and listened intently to master poets practice their craft. This show should be no exception, featuring the humorous and insightful verse of Paul Jones Jr. and cowboy poet and storyteller Michael Coyote Peach. Against the beautiful backdrop of Tlaquepaque with fountains vines, flowers, sculpture, staircases, and arches with clinging vines, these poets are certain to have the audiences laughing. Both Jones and Peach have earned reputations for humor in their…
Camp Verde, AZ- Tuesday, October 14th at 5pm at Camp Verde Community Library Sedona Poet Laureate Gary Every will lead a poetry workshop titled “Sacred Spaces, Sacred Rituals, and Sacred People”. Poetry is necessary, it appears in our lives in ways we take for granted. We turn to poetry during times of celebration or look for solace during periods of great loss Poems are read during important ceremonies such as weddings, graduations, and funerals. We often look to the heightened language to mark rites of passage, helping us navigate the future Often in times of crisis we remember lines of a…
Sedona, AZ – Understanding the importance of safeguarding your personal information using proactive strategies to help you secure your digital footprint, protect your assets, and reduce your overall risk of fraud is essential for you and your family in today’s environment. The Sedona Women (TSW) are excited to present Cyber Safety and Fraud Protection on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at Community Library Sedona, where TSW programs are scheduled monthly every second Thursday from September through May from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Justin Nichols is a seasoned expert in fraud and cybercrime. His investigative work and tactical experience in law enforcement…
VERDE VALLEY, Ariz. – Northern Arizona Healthcare (NAH) announced that Victoria Wang, MD, has joined Verde Valley Medical Center (VVMC). Dr. Wang is a general surgeon who performs a wide range of elective and emergency surgeries, including surgeries for breast cancer, colon cancer, small intestine disorders, gallbladder disease, appendicitis and hernias. Dr. Wang will also be working alongside NAH breast surgeons Sharita Nagaraj, MD and Kate Preston, MD, at the Sedona Breast Care Clinic, giving patients more options for expert care when faced with breast cancer. “We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Wang to our surgical team at VVMC in Cottonwood,”…
Folklore, harvest festivals, gallery art, swing, soul and a haunting ballet Prescott, Arizona (September 30, 2025) – Swing. Soul. Folklore – painted, sculpted and sung. Art that hails from ancient legends, and art that takes shape while you watch. From the fields of the Chino campus to the starry skies above the Verde Valley, Yavapai College offers an October brimming with music, films, literature, paintings, sculpture and wine. Swing, folklore & mariachis Yavapai College’s Big October launches Wednesday, Oct. 1, when the Music Department premieres “From Screen to Swing.” Join Musical Director Dr. Chris Tenney as he leads the Clarinet Choir, Flute…
Sedona, AZ — Three and a half years ago, I was honored to be elected Mayor of Sedona. That victory underscored how deeply this community cares about its future, and it has been a privilege to serve you. From the outset, I worked to ensure that the mayor’s office was more than just ceremonial. I believed many of the issues affecting our city’s quality of life stemmed from the State taking liberties and stripping local control from cities and towns. I spoke out on issues that mattered to our residents: the unchecked growth of short-term rentals, which turned hundreds of…
Sedona, AZ — Sedona Mayor Scott Jablow announced today that he will resign his position effective end of day, September 30, 2025, bringing to a close more than three and a half years of mayoral service and over 15 years of public leadership in Northern Arizona. According to this press release, Jablow has dedicated more than 15 years to public service in Sedona and beyond. His leadership has spanned law enforcement, fire protection, zoning, city governance, and civic engagement. Known for his straightforward approach and commitment to residents, he has consistently prioritized community interests in his work. Jablow, first elected…
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…
Sedona, AZ – On October 11, from 9 am to 3 pm, the Sedona Airport with Guidance Air and Red Rock Balloon Adventures will host “Wings & Wheels 2025.” Vintage cars and aircrafts will be featured at the airport for those who love cars and planes that have grown finer and more beautiful through the years. Admission is free, as long as you a bring a non-perishable food item to be donated to the Sedona Community Food Bank. Bring your family. Bring your friends. Enjoy a great meal at Mesa Grill. A great time is guaranteed for all!
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…
By Tommy Acosta Cottonwood, AZ — What a show Saturday night at the Blazin’ M Ranch—both musically and weather-wise! While lightning and torrential rains raged outside the Blazin’ M Ranch concert hall, Beatles tribute band Britain’s Finest put on an electrifying and spectacular show for a sold-out audience of Baby Boomers who braved the storm to witness a performance they’ll remember for the rest of their lives. The band played flawlessly, becoming the Beatles for the two-hour show and creating an experience that not only entertained but mesmerized as well. Blazin’ M Ranch owner Ryan Glass emceed the concert, adopting…
By Bear Howard Opening Narration – Rod Serling’s voice A man, in a dark suit, steps into frame. A cigarette glows, smoke curls. His voice is calm, clipped, and merciless. “America. The year is 2035. A land once united by creed, now divided by creed. Not by rivers or borders, but by signs in the window. What once read ‘Whites Only’ now reads ‘MAGA Only’. What once locked out the color of skin now locks out the color of belief. Tonight, you walk a street where neon burns not with welcome, but with warning. Tonight… you enter the Twilight Zone.”…
Comic and podcast pioneer Marc Maron reflects on loss, growth and comedy at 60 Sedoja, AZ — The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to join theatres around the globe to present the worldwide premiere of “Are We Good?” showing Oct. 5 and 8 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_HbCDGjb_w This raw, intimate portrait of comedian and podcast pioneer Marc Maron follows the sudden loss of his partner and filmmaker Lynn Shelton. Maron struggles with grief, disillusionment, and a shifting comedy landscape, processing it all both on-stage and off. “Are We Good?” will be shown at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre…
Sedona, AZ — Red Rose Inspiration For Animals, a local 501c3 non-profit animal welfare organization that has been promoting fun, quality, affordable art shows at this exact same location since 2009. Sponsored by The Wild Thyme Restaurant Group, the Stagecoach Country Roadhouse is located at 1405 West State Rt 89A in West Sedona at the corner of Saddlerock and 89A. With our first show of the fall season starting September 26 – 28, 2025. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Hours 10 am to 5 pm. Back by popular demand is Alan Rios who has not displayed in West Sedona in several…