Sedona, AZ — AZ Senior Cares Foundation invites the community to a special benefit screening of The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel on Saturday, November 1 at 4:00 PM at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre in Sedona. This heartwarming film celebrates courage, humor, and new beginnings in life’s later chapters. It is touching, funny, and full of heart — a perfect reflection of the Foundation’s mission to help seniors navigate difficult transitions with dignity and care. When aging brings sudden change, illness, loss of mobility, or the need for long-term care, AZ Senior Cares Foundation steps in to help. The Foundation…
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The Sedona Heritage Museum’s popular Sedona Stories speaker program continues in November with guest speaker Don Groves addressing the work of Sedona Sister Cities Association (SSCA). The talk will be held on Thursday, November 13, at 10 am in the Sedona Heritage Museum’s historic Apple Shed. Sedona Sister Cities Association was organized just three years ago, but in a short time has already built strong international connections. Earlier this year, Sedona and Canmore, Alberta, Canada officially became Sister Cities. Several programs have frown from this relationship, including the recent young artists concert at Sedona Performing Arts Center and cross programming…
By David Stephen Sedona, AZ — Mental health symptoms and emotional distress are universally present in human societies, and an increasing user base means that some portion of ChatGPT conversations include these situations – OpenAI There is a new [October 27, 2025] safety report by OpenAI, Strengthening ChatGPT’s responses in sensitive conversations, stating that, “Our safety improvements in the recent model update focus on the following areas: 1) mental health concerns such as psychosis or mania; 2) self-harm and suicide; and 3) emotional reliance on AI. In order to improve how ChatGPT responds in each priority domain, we follow a five-step process: Define…
Sedona, AZ — Wild West Fiddle Project is ready to reveal Arizona’s deep musical soul. Experience the genuine sound of the Southwest, a vibrant cross-cultural fusion blending Celtic melodies, Hispanic rhythms, and other historical traditions that shaped the region’s unique past and landscapes. Led by acclaimed fiddler Kate Rose and master rhythm expert Armand Ramirez, this project is your unique chance to hear, play, and dance to rare, forgotten tunes that capture Arizona’s rich, blended heritage. It all starts on Saturday, November 15. At 4 pm, Rose and Ramirez will lead a workshop on Arizona traditional folk heritage music for…
City of Sedona launches new Arts and Culture Organizations Grant Program SEDONA, Ariz. – Between Nov. 1 – 14, 2025, the city invites eligible Sedona-based nonprofit arts and culture organizations to apply for grants through a new Arts and Culture Organizations Grant Program for fiscal year 2025–2026. The program will provide $200,000 in grants to support eligible organizations that strengthen community identity, foster creativity and enhance Sedona’s cultural vibrancy. Eligible organizations may apply for grants ranging from $50,000 to $100,000 to support programming, festivals, marketing or creative initiatives that serve residents and contribute to Sedona’s artistic and cultural landscape. To…
SEDONA, Ariz. – From 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, during the Fest of Fall at Posse Grounds Park, the city of Sedona’s Sustainability Department, in partnership with the Parks and Recreation Department and Compost Crowd, invites residents to a free pumpkin drop-off. The drop-off site will be located near the horseshoe driveway by the Posse Grounds Pavilion and is accessible by both vehicle and foot. More specifically, look for the trailer marked “Pumpkin Drop” and staff will be available to assist with unloading. Once Halloween is over, many pumpkins end up in the landfill. According to…
The Sedona Heritage Museum presents the Dead Quilters Society musical. A show you don’t want to miss!From the creative team that brought you “Our Town Sedona: Only We’re Dead…The Musical!” comes an all new original historical musical dramedy – “The Dead Quilters Society!” The script is written by Emmy Award winner Dev Ross, while the music is written by the one and only Shondra Jepperson. “The Dead Quilters Society” tells the real stories of five women from Sedona’s history, and explores the ripple effects of their actions on our community, some of which are still evident today. The historical women…
Sedona, AZ — Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead—Mexico’s beloved celebration honoring departed loved ones—returns to Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village for its eleventh annual celebration on Saturday, November 1, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This colorful, family-friendly event has become one of Sedona’s most anticipated fall traditions. Visitors can experience live music, dance, art, food, and moving tributes of remembrance woven through Tlaquepaque’s enchanting courtyards and walkways. Admission is free, and everyone is invited to join in this joyful commemoration. A Celebration of Life and Tradition Rooted in centuries-old Mexican customs, Día de los Muertos…
Immerse yourself in “Life: Through the Lens, Eyes and Mind of Ted Grussing” Sedona, AZ — The Sedona International Film Festival presents “Life: Through the Lens, Eyes and Mind of Ted Grussing” at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 2 at the festival’s Mary D. Fisher Theatre. “Life: Through the Lens, Eyes and Mind of Ted Grussing” will highlight some of the most beautiful photographs and photographic art captured and produced by Ted over the last thirty years. The show will feature everything from straight photography to his “artist unleashed” images that are as much a reflection of his visualization of…
SEDONA, Ariz. – In preparation to launch the new Emergency Siren System in Uptown, the city of Sedona Police Department in collaboration with Coconino County will test sirens on portable trailers on Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025 between 1 and 3 p.m. at three locations near the: future Uptown Parking Garage water tank in residential Uptown off Thompson Tr. city building located at 221 Brewer Rd. By testing both the siren alarm and voice message at each location, results will be measured to evaluate the sound radius and the effectiveness of each potential siren location. The city of Sedona created the…
Sedona, AZ — The Sedona Heritage Museum Presents November Monday at the Museum Programs beginning Nov. 3: November 3, Red Rock Quilters Love quilting? Got questions? Members of the Red Rock Quilters will be the featured guests for Monday at the Museum on Monday, November 3, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Perhaps bring a small project to work on and enjoy the fellowship of quilting by getting your questions answered or just talking about the joy of quilting. They welcome all levels of quilters, fabric lovers, guests and traveling quilters. There is no charge for this demonstration. November 10, Verde Valley Wood Carvers If you have a piece of wood and a wood…
By Amaya. Gayle Gregory You don’t want this, and when it finds you anyway, you won’t have needed me, or anyone, to show you how to get it. You say you want IT, but you don’t. You want a better life, a sweeter deal, not this. No one in their right mind wants this. It’s beautifully simple, and minds don’t like simple, they want complexity. They gravitate towards drama and finding things to take up arms over, even when those arms are merely words. They want to stand in reverence for what they believe, driving out those who see…
By David Stephen Sedona, AZ — There is a new [October 23, 2025] story on NPR, It’s the deadliest year for people in ICE custody, stating that, “Immigration and Customs Enforcement has recorded its deadliest year since the early 2000s as agency officials push to increase the number of people in its custody.” “According to a review of deaths by NPR, at least 20 people have died in ICE custody so far this year. The number comes as ICE is also holding nearly 60,000 people in immigration detention, the highest number in several years. Deaths reached a peak in 2025 for the…
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. All are invited to Friday evening services led by Rabbi Magal on October 31 at 5:30 pm. Join in…
COTTONWOOD, Ariz. — Emerson Theater Collaborative (ETC) President Camilla Ross recently presented a check to Verde Valley Sanctuary (VVS) for $3,946 as a donation of the proceeds from her most recent production, “Silence is Not Golden.” Written by Anita Yellin Simons, “Silence is Not Golden” was presented to the public during a three-day stretch in September at Verde Valley School’s Brady Hall. It was written and produced to raise awareness on domestic and sexual violence. Ross said that Emerson Theater Collaborative’s mission has always been to use theatre as a catalyst for conversation, connection and social change. With “Silence is…