Author: Tommy

Sedona AZ (March 20, 2019) – Once again the Sedona Renegades Artist Group is mounting an exciting Spring Art Show!  Representing a wide range of artistic backgrounds, this select group of local artists will be displaying bronze and ceramic sculptures, oil and watercolor paintings, fine art photography, jewelry, glass art, and beautiful gourds under one roof.  And every sale will benefit the Verde Valley Caregivers Coalition, an award-winning charity that assists older adults in maintaining their independence and quality of life!The exhibit will be in the Special Exhibition Gallery at the Sedona Arts Center.  It runs March 31 through April…

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Clarkdale AZ (March 20, 2019) – Clarkdale Historical Society and Museum is very proud to announce the 10th Annual Historic Building and Home Tour on Saturday, April 13, from 9-5. Step back in time to the days of Arizona’s first planned community owned and designed by the United Verde Copper Company. Each year we find fresh vintage homes never opened before. These homeowners understand and savor the unique historic significance of their company houses built between 1913 and 1930 under the supervision of William A. Clark and his sons, Charles Walker Clark and William A. Clark, Jr. We are grateful…

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Sedona AZ (March 20, 2019) – WomanSpeak: Speak your truth. Change the world. Announcing the 2nd annual WomanSpeak International Festival in Sedona, Arizona on May 17-19, 2019.The three-day event will offer women world class training on message and thought leadership development, public relations and building greater influence in community, industry and around the world.

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Sedona AZ (March 20, 2019) – Tree branch removal related to the February snowstorm is expected to continue for another few weeks.The amount of material collected thus far is significant. “Our inspectors measured the limb pile at our Brewer Road property at 140 by 70 feet,” says city Right-of-Way Specialist Victor Estrada,” and that area averages a fill height of 4 and a-half feet. That’s a lot of branches.”

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By Ted Grussing… apples in Filoli this year and if the number of blooms means anything there will be a lot of apples. I really got lucky on this trip to Filoli with sun two days in a row and the daffodils and tulips were prime to just past prime … the apple blooms were definitely prime!

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Clarkdale AZ (March 19, 2019) – The Clarkdale Historical Society’s First Fridays “In their own words” is pleased to host Larry Jackson, Sr. for the next living history presentation on April 5, 10:00am at the Yavapai-Apache Learning Center in Clarkdale.  Jackson currently serves as the Vice-Chairman of the Executive Branch of governance for the Yavapai-Apache Nation. He is part of the Tribal Council elected to his position by Tribal members. He will share his stories and experiences of growing up, living and serving his tribal communities in Clalrkdale and the Verde Valley.The Yavapai-Apache Nation (YAN) is made up of two…

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Women adventure film shorts featured in world-wide festival making Sedona stopSedona AZ (March 19, 2019) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to join theaters around the world for a special premiere of “No Man’s Land Film Festival” on Thursday, March 28 at 4 and 7 p.m. at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre.Kicking off their fourth year of operations, “No Man’s Land Film Festival” is breaking down national and international borders with their 2019 tour — aimed to become an international voice for women in adventure, sport and film.

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Camp Verde AZ (March 19, 2019) – Camp Verde Community Library is hosting free health screenings Wednesday, March 27th between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm in the Terracotta Room.  These non-fasting screenings for cholesterol, diabetes and blood pressure are sponsored by Northern Arizona Healthcare (NAH) and Verde Valley Medical Centers.

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Jerome AZ (March 19, 2019) – The Jerome Chamber of Commerce is preparing its yearly exploration of the back streets of this historic mining town with the 54th Annual Home and Building Tour. Save the dates of May 18-19, 2019 for a look at some never before shown gems in the mile-high town, some major renovations and some yet to be announced surprises.Two of this year’s homes have undergone extensive renovations and have become showcases of beautiful and thoughtful change. The Emma Rose House on Hull Road was built in 1918 and is sure to delight anyone who can appreciate the…

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Sedona AZ (March 19, 2019) – The University Women of Sedona will hold their April 1 meeting at Christ Lutheran Church, 25 Chapel Road, Sedona, featuring speaker Kate Hawkes, co-founder and Producing Artistic Director of Red Earth Theatre, based in Sedona.

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By Ted GrussingI just got home a little while ago as my flight was delayed and I stopped at the In n Out Burger place off Carefree highway on the way home … mostly the flight delay I think. I spent three wonderful days with Sus, Ted and Annika in the Bay area including two days at Filoli plus some time this afternoon in the Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden in Palo Alto, California. She was the granddaughter of the co-founder of Proctor & Gamble. Beautiful garden and story at: https://www.gamblegarden.org/our-story/mission-and-history/ . Highly recommend this garden and its several acres of beautiful flowers.

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‘The Rise of the Black Wolf, ‘White Wolf: Canyon Pack’ and ‘Killing Games: Wildlife in the Crosshairs’Filmmakers and special guests will be in Sedona to host film screenings and Q&As at Fisher Theatre; meet the rescued wolf dogs in a special presentation.Sedona AZ (March 18, 2019) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present three films in celebration of Sedona Wolf Week on Tuesday and Wednesday, March 26 and 27 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. The event will include the Sedona premieres of “The Rise of the Black Wolf”, “White Wolf: Canyon Pack” and “Killing Games: Wildlife…

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Master dressmaker, Debra Somontes teaches her love of stitching to teensCamp Verde AZ (March 19, 2019) – Beginning Friday, March 29 @2:00 p Debra Somontes will teach the use of hand embroidery to embellish a t-shirt, bag, jeans, skirt, pillow, and more. Teens and/or their parents interested in creating unique pieces, meet in the Teen Library at Camp Verde Community Library for this hands-on class.Master dressmaker, Debra Somontes’ love of stitching began at the young age of five when her grandmother taught her to stitch, sew and crochet. She enjoys sharing her passion for handiwork with others stating, “If you…

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Sedona AZ (March 18, 2019) – Dr. Rick Malter, dubbed “Magnesium Man” by friends and colleagues,  will discuss the profound effect that intense stress has on mental health and psychological functioning at Mental Health Monday hosted by the Mental Health Coalition Verde Valley in partnership with OLLI on March 25 10:00-11:30AM at Yavapai College, 4215 Arts Village Dr. in Sedona.  

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Sedona AZ (March 18, 2019) – Red RockAppella, a Sweet Adelines chorus, is a dynamic presence in the Sedona area, performing frequently at community events. Any woman in Sedona and the Verde Valley who enjoys singing and music, fun and friendship is always welcome to visit any rehearsal and sing with Red RockAppella. We rehearse every Monday evening at the Sedona Elks Lodge 110 Airport Rd in West Sedona from 6:30-9:00pm. We welcome our newest member, Julia Trainor, as a tenor, and we are happy to have visitors for our rehearsals. Come check out the rich barbershop harmonies! For more…

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