By Dave Myers Sedona AZ (November 10, 2021) – Here we go for November 2021. Residents of and visitors to the greater Sedona area are invited to attend the November Zoom meeting of the Oak Creek Apples Macintosh User Group (OCAMUG, or OCA, for short). Alan Gore will facilitate a general question-and-answer session. He often covers recent and upcoming trends, as well as bugs and fixes. There is no charge to participate. OCA will continue its monthly virtual/online meeting on the 3rd Saturday of November, Saturday, November 20, 2021, beginning at 10:00AM at the following online address: If you want to attend the meeting by phone, please…
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By Ted Grussing … I really couldn’t wait until Friday to try my new 100-500 lens out, so after coffee with a friend this morning I grabbed the camera and headed into town via a stop at Bubbling Ponds in Page Springs to give it a try. As it was mid-day, not much was flying, so I just kept walking the different ponds to see what I could kick up … not much was the answer. So, when I saw a pair of mallards on one of the banks I decided to just walk up on them with the camera…
Sedona AZ (November 10, 2021) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to join cinemas around the globe for a worldwide theatrical premiere of “Brian Wilson: Long Promised Road” showing Nov. 17-24 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. Join The Beach Boys’ Brian Wilson on an intimate journey through his legendary career as he reminisces with Rolling Stone editor and longtime friend, Jason Fine. “Brian Wilson: Long Promised Road” features a new song written and performed by Wilson and interviews with Elton John, Bruce Springsteen, Nick Jonas, Linda Perry, Jim James, Gustavo Dudamel and Al Jardine. Brian Wilson is,…
Flagstaff AZ (November 10, 2021) – Today, the U.S. Forest Service Chief Randy Moore pledged to provide $3.5 million toward Coconino County Flood Control District’s request for federal funding for on-forest watershed restoration measures in the Museum Flood Area. The funds will be used to design and construct watershed restoration measures on Forest Service land between the Museum Fire burn scar and the City of Flagstaff. Watershed restoration measures include restoration and stabilization of alluvial fans and stabilization of channels, which are done to reduce the level of sediment leaving the burn area and impacting the Mt. Elden Estates area…
Camp Verde AZ (November 10, 2021) – Camp Verde Community Library’s next free Special Concert Series is Thursday, November 18th from 5:30-7:00 pm with Reno and Sheila McCormick. Reno and Sheila McCormick have been playing down-to-earth bluegrass, folk, country, and western music together since the 1980s. From Colorado to California to Arizona they have played at festivals, fairs, clubs and gatherings. This duo features flatpicking by Reno on his Martin guitar while Sheila keeps the beat on the bass. Reno sings lead, with Sheila also taking a turn as lead vocalist. Tight vocal harmonies and inventive instrumentals are the hallmarks of these seasoned…
Sedona AZ (November 10, 2021) – Argentine Tango Night with Dana on Mondays through Nov. 22, 7 to 8:30 p.m. In this beginner level series, Dana De Luz will teach the proper hold and energy of Argentine tango, as well as give you a small series of movements to practice with the music. Each class will be followed by a 30-minute practica (tango practice with other students). Dana will also teach the basics of etiquette for a Milonga (Argentine tango social dance). Because Argentine tango is such a close dance masks will be required, hand sanitizer is available, and vaccinations are recommended.…
Sunday Brunch is Back at Sound Bites Grill. This time an incredible Buffet. The fun starts Sunday Nov 14th from 10am to 2pm. Sound Bites Grill is a music themed restaurant with incredible panoramic views of the Sedona red rocks, a show room with a guitar gallery and a great group venue. It’s considered one of the top venues in Northern Arizona for hosting live acts of national stature. The restaurant will no longer be offering lunch and dinner on Sundays and the Brunch will take its place for those enjoying lazy, mid-afternoon meals with views. The restaurant will be…
By Ted Grussing … there is beauty, depth and life in abundance within the folds of flowers whether domestic or wild and I have one of each tonight. The Morning Glory above is among my favorites because in the right lighting conditions there seems to be an inner glow that is not connected to outside light sources. I got this shot a few years ago on a rainy morning walk in the neighborhood. There was a large patch of them growing and they provided a great source of beauty for years until the golf course management ripped them all out…
Sedona AZ (November 9, 2021) – It all began ten years ago when a group of women gathered to start making Kindness Charms out of old, broken or discarded jewelry. “The idea was born on a ledge overlooking Dry Creek with a group of hiking friends,” said Sandy Brandvold, SedonaKind founder and Board member. “We wanted to do something, anything to help make the world a kinder place. We took our inspiration from the Ben’s Bells project in Tucson. We decided to make charms with a heart on each, and added the message, Take Me Home and Spread Kindness.” The…
Sedona AZ (November 9, 2021) – Last year the now annual Gratitude Show was offered online. This Thursday November the 18th it will return live (as in 2019 and 2018) in the Chapel at the Patio de la Camilla at Tlaquepaque. With a smaller cast and two performances (one at 6pm and one at 7pm) we provide a comfortable environment for performers and audience alike. ‘The Gratitude Show’ is a heartfelt and varied collection of thoughts considering gratitude including from Billy Collins, Mary Oliver, Carl Dennis, Kurt Vonnegut, and even a little Shakespeare. Readers will also share some short letters expressing thanks including…
By Ted Grussing … as I continue to go through the shots from the raptor shoot last Wednesday I continue to find gems that I can spend time with. The image above is of Leroy as he is leaving a juniper bush out in the field and flying to another tree via some low level flying over the grass looking for another rabbit. Finley pictured below looks for smaller fare such as grasshoppers or caterpillars. That is the difference between a raptor that weighs in at about 1.5 pounds and one that weighs in at 4 ounces. Same winged killing…
Flagstaff AZ (November 8, 2021) – All Coconino County offices will be closed Thursday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day. Coconino County honors and celebrates America’s veterans with gratitude. While the administrative offices at the Sheriff’s Office will be closed, Dispatch, Patrol and Detention will conduct business as usual. Records will be open from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Please dial 9-1-1 for emergencies. For non-emergencies, dial 928-774-4523 to connect with the non-emergency Dispatch number or to leave a message for one of the administrative offices. Coconino County Health and Human Service (CCHHS) Animal Management will have an officer…
Sedona AZ (November 7, 2021) – It all began on a hike among the red rocks of Sedona. Now, six years and 7000 Kindness Charms later, SedonaKind is celebrating the anniversary of its founding mission: “Encourage acts of kindness, large and small, locally and around the world.” It was five years ago that the City of Sedona proclaimed November 13 as the first Sedona Kindness Day, joining with World Kindness Day celebrations around the globe. The proclamation by the City Council echoes the purpose of SedonaKind to encourage all citizens to “create their own acts of kindness, pay it forward,…
Cottonwood AZ (November 7, 2021) – The Old Town Center for the Arts is pleased to partner with Yavapai College Performing Arts Center, to present an Evening with Kalie Shorr, Saturday, November 20th at 7:00PM. Born in Maine and now living in Nashville, Shorr arrived on the scene in 2016 with the release of her debut single, “Fight Like A Girl,” and has continued to receive widespread attention across Nashville and beyond ever since. She’s been included in CMT’s “Next Women of Country,” SiriusXM The Highway’s “Highway Find” and Teen Vogue’s “The New Nashville,” while also being named an artist to…
Sound Bites Grill is hosting two great bands this coming weekend that are guaranteed to rock your socks off. On Friday, November 12, from 7 to 10 p.m., Sound Bites Grill features Scandalous Hands, a fusion rock band that rocks The Beatles, Steely Dan, Allman Brothers Band, Led Zeppelin, original tunes and more. Featuring explosive solos and infectious grooves, this is one band you want to see up-close-and-personal — and no better place to see them than on the Sound Bites Celebrity Showroom stage. Their live performances are impeccable, and their coverage of classics is unique and inspiring. Band members include Troy Schilperoort on…