An Emotional Play About End-of-Life Issues Sedona AZ (March 27, 2019) – In cooperation with Accord Hospice, Emerson Theater Collaborative presents Vesta, a play by Bryan Harnetiaux, on April 12 and 13, 2019 at Sedona United Methodist Church.The story focuses on Vesta, played by local actor Lisa Schatz Glinsky, who is nearing the end of her life. The play explores the decisions and emotions her family must face through this process. Vesta deals with the issues of aging and dying in a thoughtful, sometimes humorous, manner. Following the play, the audience and actors will participate in a facilitated discussion.
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By Gary Chamberlain-SpokesmanNorth Carolina Litter-Free Coalition (FB)(March 27, 2019) The North Carolina Litter-Free Coalition (NCLFC) is encouraging all public, private and home schools in any state to compete in our annual anti-litter competition contest. Compete as an elementary, middle or high school. We will be judging the first ten elementary, middle and high school that send us an email stating that they are going to participate in this contest.Schools could consider this contest to stimulate the STEM programs.Submit information about your school anti-litter efforts per the following format. We must teach our youth about the negative effects of highway and…
Sedona AZ (March 27, 2019) – The Jewish Community of Sedona and the Verde is offering an interactive workshop led by Rabbi Alicia Magal on understanding, leading, or just enjoying the Passover Seder on Thursday, April 4, 2019 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the synagogue, located at 100 Meadowlark Drive in Sedona, off route 179.
By Ted Grussing… shooting …. and breathing! On the way home from Cottonwood after seeng the doc this afternoon I decided to stop at the ponds and take a walk around the area. On the way back to and just a hundred feet from the car, I glanced over to my right and saw one of the most beautiful blue herons I have ever seen. Her color and markings are superb. I got a series of twenty four shots of her at rest and then the takeoff sequence of which this is the third one. Two talons on her left…
Wildlife and environmental films featured on world tour debut on the big screen at Fisher TheatreSedona AZ (March 26, 2019) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to partner with the Grand Canyon Wolf Recovery Project and Plan B to Save Wolves to present the Wild & Scenic Film Festival 2019 on Thursday, April 4 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre in West Sedona. There will be two screenings of the program at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. that day.The Wild & Scenic Film Festival features wildlife and environmental films, including several short films selected from the Wild &…
Sedona AZ (March 26, 2019) – Are the Increasing Number of Independent Voters a National Trend that Could Tip the Scales in Elections?Did you know that Independent voters have nearly the same number of registered voters as Republicans in Arizona yet voter turnout is typically lower than for partisan voters, Democrats or Republicans?What are the reasons for the lower voter turnout among Independent voters? Do all voters and candidates play by the same set of rules? Does Arizona need electoral reform initiatives to bring a greater number of Independent voters to the polling booth?
By Ted Grussing… from last week, this is the shot that was supposed to be in your mailbox last Thursday morning, but it wasn’t. By the time I started working on it an unknown life form was busy at work within my body. An unadvertised risk of air travel is all the sharing that goes on within the terminal and in flight … virus and bacteria from all over the world get to mix and blend. Although modern jets have great air filter systems, it is a bringing together of a lot of people everywhere, and some of them can…
Relationship-building team will be in Sedona to host the film and Q&A at Fisher TheatreSedona AZ (March 25, 2019) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present a special premiere of “Hedy & Yumi: Crossing the Bridge” on Wednesday, April 3 at 7 p.m. at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre.The subjects of the film, Hedy and Yumi Schleifer, will be in Sedona to present the film and host a Q&A discussion following the screening.
Sedona AZ (March 25, 2019) – International jazz guitarist JJ Sansaverino returns to Sedona, Arizona’s Entertainment Restaurant, Sound Bites Grill, bringing his high energy; melodic and jazzy groove beats to uptown with his band on Saturday March 30th at 7pm.JJ has been on a national tour celebrating the release of his 3rd CD “International Groove”. Fans are in store for 10 unique and refreshing jams leading you on a worldly journey. His new single Footsteps, with smooth melodies and an exciting groove give your stride an extra bounce.
All-star cast featured in concert event from London on the big screen at Fisher TheatreSedona AZ (March 23, 2019) – Broadway returns to Sedona on Monday, April 1 when the Sedona International Film Festival celebrates the 7-year anniversary of its Mary D. Fisher Theatre by hosting the big screen encore of “Les Misérables in Concert” from London’s O2 Arena. There will be two shows at 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. All tickets are only $7 each in honor of this special 7-year anniversary celebration.“This special encore is our way of saying thank you to all of Sedona and the Verde…
Sedona AZ (March 23, 2019) – Spring has sprung and it’s time for Yappy Hour summer hours. Beginning April 1, Yappy Hour will be 8 a.m. – 9 a.m. and will be in effect through October 31. Join Parks and Recreation for Yappy Hour every Thursday on the grass of the multi-use field at Posse Grounds Park, 525 Posse Ground Road. 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…
Sedona AZ (March 23, 2019) – Music in The House welcomes Reno and Sheila McCormick, and Mike McReynolds/The Salt Miners for a wonderful double show at the Sedona Hub. Reno and Sheila will be bringing their unique brand of down-to-earth bluegrass, folk, country, and western music, and singer/songwriter Mike McReynolds will bring his musical trio “The Salt Miners”, with Nora Bolles and JR Robusto, playing original tunes and classic rock covers. Join Reno and Sheila, and Mike McReynolds/The Salt Miners on Friday, April 12th, 2019, 7:00 pm at the Sedona Hub (doors open at 6:30pm).
Sedona Film Festival hosts big-screen debut of new production at Fisher TheatreSedona AZ (March 22, 2019) – The National Theatre of London continues its season with its acclaimed new production of “The Tragedy of King Richard the Second” showing in Sedona on Sunday, March 31 at 4 p.m. The Sedona International Film Festival hosts the big screen premiere at its Mary D. Fisher Theatre.Two-time Olivier Award-winner Simon Russell Beale plays William Shakespeare’s Richard II, broadcast live from the stage of the Almeida Theatre in London to cinemas.
Sedona AZ (March 22, 2019) – The Verde Valley Sanctuary is pleased to announce expanded support groups throughout the Verde Valley. Beginning April 1st, Verde Valley Sanctuary Victim Advocates will conduct “A Time to Talk”, Violence Based Support Groups four times per week in Cottonwood and Sedona.“A Time To Talk” is open to all individuals who have experienced any form of violence and or trauma in their lifetime. The goal is to provide a safe, open space for survivors of violence and their families to talk about their common experience and enhance coping skills for dealing with trauma. The meeting…
By Carson RalstonLibrary Specialist-Adult ProgramsCamp Verde AZ (March 22, 2019) – Join us at 5:00 pm on Tuesday, April 16th in the Terracotta Room at Camp Verde Community Library for a very informative presentation by the Camp Verde Marshal’s Office. They will talk about topics such as personal safety tips, current fraud scams, services that are offered by the Camp Verde Marshal’s Office, future services offered by the CVMO, the current opioid crisis, and various community outreach resources that are available. Camp Verde Community Library is located just off of Montezuma Castle Highway at 130 Black Bridge Road, Camp Verde AZ.…