Sedona AZ (October 17, 2019) – Dementia will be the topic of the Mental Health Monday program October 28, 10AM-11:30AM at Yavapai College, 4215 Arts Village Drive in Sedona announced Barbara Litrell, President of the Coalition. The topic will be “Why They Do What They Do: Understanding Behaviors of People Living with Dementia” and the featured speaker is Karen Walker, Certified Dementia Care Consultant.According to Walker, dementia is a syndrome, usually of a chronic or progressive nature, caused by a variety of brain illnesses that affect memory, thinking, behavior and ability to perform everyday activities. The number of people living…
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Sedona AZ (October 17, 2019) – If you enjoy art, you will have a great opportunity–and have to make some difficult choices–next weekend, October 25-7, when over 45 artists in the Verde Valley will open their private studios for the Sedona Visual Artists’ Coalition’s Fall Open Studios Tour. Learn about this extraordinary cultural event from Darleene Nelson when she will be the guest of honor at the OLLI’s Sedona Community Forum (formerly called Lunch and Learn) on Wednesday, October 23, from 12:30 – 1:30 p.m., in room 34 of Yavapai College’s Sedona Center (on Cultural Park Place, across Rt. 89A from Red Rock High School).
By Ted Grussing… this day our daily bread … all creatures in nature spend a large portion of their day engaged in the search for food, but for all of us, it is the hope that the planet will provide food that if we work for it, it will be delivered to us. Creatures like this Killdeer spend their days wading in shallow waters looking for and finding food to sustain them for the day. This search and work to feed themselves occurs every day of every week throughout the year … as long as they are successful in this…
Sheila Hancock stars in acclaimed new film debuting at Fisher TheatreSedona AZ (October 16, 2019) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of the audience and critically-acclaimed new film “Edie” Oct. 25-31 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre.Believing that it’s never too late, newly widowed Edie embarks on a trip to the Scottish Highlands to fulfill her dream of climbing the intimidating Mt. Suilven, striking up a friendship with a young climber along the way.Following the death of her husband, Edie (Sheila Hancock) breaks free from years of his control and rebels against…
Opening Reception for The Girl and the Shedding Fox, at the Yavapai College Verde Gallery, Verde Valley Campus, October 18, 2019Clarkdale AZ (October 16, 2019) – Yavapai College’s Verde Art Gallery invites the community to an unusual installation that combines visual art and narrative storytelling. The Girl and the Shedding Fox, a hybrid exhibit by artist Lisa Sanders and writer Sandra Hunter, is on display starting Oct. 15, with an opening reception Friday, Oct. 18, from 5 – 7 p.m., at the Verde Gallery on YC’s Verde Valley Campus. Admission is free.
Sedona AZ (October 16, 2019) – The color of the leaves is changing, signaling Yappy Hour winter hours. Beginning Nov. 7, Yappy Hour will be held 9 to 10 a.m. These hours will be in effect through March.Join Yappy Hour every Thursday on the grass of the multi-use field at Posse Grounds Park, 525 Posse Ground Rd. This is your four-legged friend’s opportunity to run and socialize with other dogs. Per city code and park rules, dogs are not allowed on park athletic fields and must be on a leash but during this program we get to bend those rules.
Sedona AZ (October 16, 2019) – On Tuesday December 3rd, 2019 an Irish Christmas will be appearing live at Sedona Performing Arts Center at Red Rock High School in Sedona, Arizona. Doors open at 6:30pm and the concert begins at 7:30. The event is open to all ages.
Sedona AZ (October 16, 2019) – Do you have an interest in weaving, spinning, basket making, dyeing yarns or knitting? If so, come to Monday at the Museum at the Sedona Heritage Museum on Monday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m October 28th, and join the members of the Verde Valley Weavers and Spinners Guild while they practice their art and share their love of fiber arts. Come to watch or bring your spinning wheel and yarns and join in the fun. They would be happy to answer any questions. There is no charge for this demonstration.
By Carson Ralston Library Specialist-Adult Programs Camp Verde AZ (October 16, 2019) – Flagstaff lead Meteorologist, Darren McCollum presents: “Climate Change and the Impacts on the Southwest. This community event is free to the public and will be at the Camp Verde Community Library, 130 Black Bridge Rd from 11am-1pm. Please join us for this presentation by Flagstaff Meteorologist Darren McCollum. The program will give a brief overview on climate related impacts being observed globally and nationally. It will explore why it is that human activities are changing the climate of our planet. Darren McCollum will present results from the…
Sedona AZ (October 16, 2019) – The Sedona Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau was awarded with the Destination Marketing Accreditation Program (DMAP) seal by Destinations International in recognition of the organization’s commitment to industry excellence and meeting the industry standard for performance and accountability of destination organizations around the world.
By Ted Grussing… I took this shot of a great blue heron a few days ago down at the ponds and he just absolutely stuck the landing … no hops or steps, he just dropped it in from about a foot and check that great braking power in his wings … sweet.
Festival partners with Women For Women Learning Center for return of award-winning filmSedona AZ (October 15, 2019) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to partner with the Women For Women Learning Center to present the encore return of “The Valley” and filmmaker Q&As on Thursday, Oct. 24 at 4 and 7 p.m. at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre.“The Valley” debuted to rave audience reviews at the recent Sedona International Film Festival — where it won the Best Impact Film “Movies into Motivation” — and is returning to Sedona by popular demand.
By Kari Hull Northern AZ Climate Change Alliance Camp Verde AZ (October 15, 2019) – Flagstaff lead Meteorologist, Darren McCollum presents: “Climate Change and the Impacts on the Southwest”. This community event is free to the public and will be at the Camp Verde Community Library, 130 Black Bridge Rd from 11am-1pm. Please join us for this presentation by Flagstaff Meteorologist Darren McCollum. The program will give a brief overview on climate related impacts being observed globally and nationally. It will explore why it is that human activities are changing the climate of our planet.
Clarkdale AZ (October 15, 2019) – The Arizona Community Foundation has partnered with Yavapai College to present the annual Cash for College Scholarship Awareness Nights. Local students, their families, and educators are invited to learn more about the opportunities for community college, traditional four-year universities, and vocational certifications which includes the non-traditional student who is returning to college.Two events will take place, one in Clarkdale and one in Prescott. These events are free and open to the public, and there is no need to register.
Prescott AZ (October 15, 2019) – Do you have a friend or loved one who is incarcerated and soon to be released? Are you wondering about the excitement, fears and challenges that individuals and families face when someone they care about is transitioning from prison to the community? If so, you are invited to a free presentation called ‘From Inmate to Citizen’ being presented by MATFORCE’s Yavapai Reentry Project.The presentation will be held on Tuesday, November 5 at the Prescott Valley Public Library, Crystal Room, 7401 E. Civic Circle. The time of the presentations is from 5:30 – 7:30…