Comedy uncovers the true meaning of teaching, resilience and the power of community The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “A World Apart” showing June 20-26 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Abruzzo National Park, “A World Apart” follows veteran teacher Michele Cortese as he begins an unexpected chapter in his life. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kbo2x38myyw Arriving during a snowstorm to take a post at a tiny rural school on the verge of closure, Cortese (Antonio Albanese) finds himself far from the comforts of Rome and faced with a lively,…
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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. Friday evening services on June 13, led by Rabbi Alicia Magal, will begin at 5:30 pm including…
Enthralling and gorgeous portrait of a landscape in peril and the Indigenous struggle Sedona, AZ — The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “We Are Guardians” showing June 20-26 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. Produced by Academy Award-winner Fisher Stevens (“The Cove”) and Executive Produced by Academy-Award Winner Leonardo DiCaprio, “We Are Guardians” is an enthralling and gorgeous portrait of a landscape in peril, detailing the Indigenous struggle to protect centuries-old trees and other resources that are being illegally removed from the Amazon; an unfolding crisis causing a ripple effect with consequences…
By Amaya Gayle These are such strange times. Everyone feels it, not just those more attuned to their inner landscape. People, regardless of leanings, feel it’s important to be certain about what’s true, who’s good and who’s not, who’s telling the truth and who’s lying through their teeth. The infinite colors of grey have dropped from the spectrum that used to comprise life between total black-out black and ultra-pure white. There really is no way to tell one from the other, or just how securely your foot and mouth are clamped in your own trap. Basic common sense and human…
Fashion icon and activist Kenneth Cole has put ‘cause’ before ‘commerce’ for 40 years Sedona, AZ — The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “A Man with Sole: The Impact of Kenneth Cole” showing June 20-26 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre. With heart and ’sole’ and unflinching determination, global fashion icon and activist Kenneth Cole has put ‘cause’ before ‘commerce’ for 40 years, igniting social awareness and change, giving voice to the voiceless, defying and shattering stigmas and inspiring and empower action for good. In 1982, Kenneth Cole burst onto the American…
By Tommy Acosta Sedona, AZ — A cottage industry on steroids has erupted across the United States, fueled by the political firestorm around immigration and the logistical nightmare of enforcing it. President Donald Trump returned to power with the singular focus of cracking down on illegal immigration. The country is watching an old issue swell into an industrial-scale operation—an expensive, chaotic, and morally fraught machine that’s straining every gear in the federal system. Trump’s immigration plan is not just about putting up walls or tightening the southern border. It’s about arresting, detaining, and deporting millions. And here’s the thing: it’s…
A tribute to the music of Paul McCartney from Wings and The Beatles Sedona, AZ — The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present “All McCartney” — The Music of Paul McCartney from Wings and The Beatles — LIVE on Saturday, June 14 at 7:00 p.m. at the Sedona Performing Arts Center. All McCartney is the ultimate American tribute to Sir Paul McCartney — arguably the most popular music ever written. The eight-member band is comprised from among the finest studio and performance musicians living in the Southwest today. https://vimeo.com/1024454213?share=copy All McCartney’s members hail from various parts of the…
All-star cast of who’s who in the music industry pay tribute to iconic concert promoter The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “Ron Delsener Presents” showing June 13-19 at the Mary D. Fisher and Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatres. “Ron Delsener Presents” features an all-star cast of the who’s who in the music industry, including Bruce Springsteen, Cher, Billy Joel, Paul Simon, Patti Smith, Roger Waters, Jimmy Buffet, Jon Bon Jovi, Steven Van Zandt, Bette Midler and more. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cEH0-CBQVdw “Ron Delsener Presents” is equal parts all-access pass to New York’s greatest gigs featuring some of…
The Sedona International Film Festival is once again proud to present “Red Rocks Magic” for an encore performance — an extraordinary audience-driven magical experience — on Saturday, June 14 at 4 p.m. at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. This is Sedona’s #1 magic experience! Mentalist Brett Barry presents his mind-boggling Sedona themed magic show, exploring the incredible power of the mind and the unseen connections we have to one another. Red Rocks Magic is a “sleights of mind” tour-de-force, with extensive audience interaction and this will not be your typical magic show. The 75-minute journey promises an afternoon of “mind-to-mind”…
Sedona is the home of Northern Arizona’s finest musicians, songwriters and composers, especially the legendary musical virtuoso — Robin Miller! Robin has decided to teach aspiring guitarists in the Greater Sedona Area how to play guitar like a pro and is now giving private lessons for those who want to learn how to make their guitar sing. “My aim is to teach my students how to play by ear, how to feel and deliver a performance,” he said. “I can work with any level musician and bring out the best of what they can do. It’s not about reading music.…
Italian box office sensation paints evocative story of love, memory and spaces between Sedona, AZ — The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “The Time It Takes” showing June 13-19 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre. The Italian box office sensation — “The Time It Takes” — is an award-winner at the prestigious Venice Film Festival and other festivals from around the world. It is a cinematic treasure! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j4bIw0TnR24 A devoted father and filmmaker shares a special bond with his young daughter, discovering the magic of childhood together — especially on the fantastical Pinocchio…
Julianne Moore and Sydney Sweeney star in edge-of-your-seat thriller Sedona, AZ – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “Echo Valley” showing June 13-19 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre In the edge-of-your-seat thriller “Echo Valley,” Kate (Oscar winner Julianne Moore) is a mother struggling to make peace with her troubled daughter Claire (multi-Emmy nominee Sydney Sweeney) — a situation that becomes even more perilous when Claire shows up on Kate’s doorstep, hysterical and covered in someone else’s blood. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KQiZ5zMhliw As Kate pieces together the shocking truth of what happened, she learns just how…
University Women of Sedona honored their six latest scholarship recipients at a recent luncheon. Three of the scholars are receiving financial assistance from the group for a second year and three are beneficiaries of the University Women’s generosity for the first time. The scholarships awarded for the coming school year total the greatest amount in support ever offered by the local group. This is due to the fact that the members decided to increase the amount of the scholarships. Because of that increased financial support, all the awardees will be able to attend school as full-time vs. part-time students. “University…
SEDONA, AZ & CANMORE, AB — After four years of visioning, planning, and relationship building, the City of Sedona, Arizona, and the Town of Canmore, Alberta, have officially become Sister Cities. The Sedona City Council unanimously approved the agreement on May 27, 2025, followed by Canmore’s Town Council on June 3, 2025—marking a milestone in international collaboration between two communities known for their natural beauty, cultural vibrancy, and spirit of connection. The formal signing of the Sister City Agreement will take place on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. MST in Canmore, where Sedona Mayor Scott Jablow and Canmore…
SEDONA, Ariz. – The city of Sedona translated two essential public documents: the Sedona Community Plan and the Emergency Evacuation and Re-Entry Plan, into Spanish to ensure broader access to critical information for its Spanish-speaking residents. The once every 10-year Community Plan is an all-encompassing guideline that dictates the community’s vision and goals. Completed most recently in 2024, the Spanish and English versions of the Community Plan can we found at www.sedonaaz.gov/communityplan. Sedona’s Emergency Evacuation and Re-Entry Plan was published in 2023 and models evacuation scenarios and establishes responsibilities for evacuation and re-entry operations. Read the Spanish and English versions of…