Camp Verde AZ (January 3, 2018) – A special program entitled “Integrative Archaeology & Hidden Histories: Peru and Tiahuanaco in Bolivia” will be presented at the Camp Verde Community Library, in the Terra Cotta Room, 130 Black Bridge Road, Camp Verde, on Saturday, January 13, from 2 to 3 pm. Luminous Antonio, founder and C.E.O of the Integrative Archaeology Foundation, will explore new ways to discover hidden stories, customs, origins and deeper meanings beyond the material evidence of ancient civilizations and cultures. The talk is free and open to the public, but donations will be accepted.
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Sedona AZ (January 3, 2018) – The Sedona Heritage Museum will host a coffee and orientation for anyone interested in knowing more about the museum on Thursday January 18 at 10:30 a.m. The Museum’s Volunteer Coordinator, Brandy Roberts, will discuss the varied volunteer opportunities that are ideal for anyone looking to expand their social footprint in the community. All potential volunteers will receive free admission to the museum, coffee and treats and an 11 a.m. special peer-to-peer docent-led tour of the museum and facilities. If you are unable to attend on the 18th, please contact Brandy at 282-7038 for a one-on-one meeting.
Sedona AZ (January 2, 2018) – The Sedona Heritage Museum is hosting the next in its Living History speaker series on Wednesday January 10 at 10:00 a.m. at the Museum when Doug Hocking will present on “William H. Emory, the Heroic Opening of the American Southwest”.
By Ted Grussing… I was sorely tempted to fly this afternoon when I went up to the airport, but the desire to not take a chance on screwing this thing up prevailed and instead, I removed the flight computer to send in to the factory for warranty work. This will insure I do not fly for at least the next ten days and by then I am quite sure I will be ready to go.
Prescott AZ (January 2, 2018) – The Women’s March on Prescott will take place on Sat., Jan. 20 at the Prescott Courthouse Plaza from noon-1:30pm. This is a non-partisan, peaceful march that supports the Women’s Marches in the United States and across the world.
By Ted Grussing… it’s here, another segment in the continuum of time we allocate as a year and a good one it shall be.
By Melanie LeeAuthor, “A Year In Sedona~Meeting The Muse At Wisdom’s Edge”(January 1, 2018)Soon after moving to Sedona, we had a surprising and instructive encounter that proved just how different life could become after meeting the muse. No longer spring chickens at 65+, my husband and I prepared to settle into the second half of life with what we assumed was a pretty good sense of what living in a small mountain town would be like. Little did we know that an annual neighborhood garage sale would be the deus ex machina for removing some major obstacles to our first meeting with…
Sedona AZ (January 1, 2018) – As many of you may know, I spent my professional career helping others as a police officer with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. After I retired and moved to Sedona, the desire to continue to serve my community did not go away. I was elected to the Sedona Fire District Governing Board, and was appointed to the city’s Planning and Zoning Commission, and eventually I ran for and was elected to a seat on the city council. While I am honored to serve Sedona residents and businesses as your councilor,…
By Sherry Twamley(January 1, 2018)From 2004 to 2010, the City of Cottonwood forced out all of the private water companies — six private water companies in the Verde Valley area — the geographical center of Arizona, clearly in violation of State and Federal AntiTrust laws without prosecution, by condemning and acquiring, without legal authorization, an AntiTrust Tap Water Monopoly in violation of both State and Federal AntiTrust laws, and put more than $72,000,000 of bond debt (principal and interest) and bond covenant reserve requirements on the city water customers’ base charge of their monthly water bills, for 30 years. Then…
Camp Verde AZ (December 30, 2017) – Do you want to have your best year yet? Join “Vision Boards Meet the Sweet Smell of Success!”, a FREE class at the Camp Verde Community Library, Thursday, Jan. 18, 5 – 7:30 p.m. We will create vision boards and link your desires to supporting aromatherapy and essential oils. BRING a blank poster board, and meaningful cut out words, images and photos, etc., with you.Pre-registration is helpful. For more information call or text Sarah at 928.451.4847 or Honey at 404.626.5535.
Cottonwood AZ (December 30, 2017) – The Cottonwood Community Band will offer its first ever Preseason sessions beginning on Monday, January 8, at Cottonwood Middle School, room 301 from 7-9 PM. The Preseason is similar to baseball’s spring training. It’s a time for returning players to get back into shape after the holiday break, and an opportunity for new players interested in playing with the band to rediscover their instruments and ease back into making music.
Cottonwood AZ (December 29, 2017) – The Verde Valley Fire District Board of Directors accepted the resignation of Board Member Don Eberle at their regular meeting held December 19, 2017. Mr. Eberle’s tenure on the Board began December, 2014. He served two years as the Board Clerk and, most recently, served as the Board Chairman. Mr. Eberle’s letter of resignation states that he and his wife are moving out of state; therefore he must resign.
Camp Verde AZ (December 29, 2017) – The next Music in the Stacks, a free monthly concert series, will take place on Thursday, January 11th at 5:30 pm in Camp Verde Community Library’s Fireside Room. Music in the Stacks is a showcase of local and national musicians who entertain regularly in Northern Arizona. There are 5-7 different performers during the show, with a rotating variety each month.
Sedona AZ (December 29, 2017) – Cindy Rovey will offer a bread-baking workshop at the Sedona Heritage Museum on Monday, January 15th, at 11:00 a.m. Participants will learn how to make Whole Wheat bread. Attendance is limited, so call now to reserve your place. Bring an apron, mixing bowl, and large mixing spoon. At the end of the class, each person will take their bread home to bake, so you should plan your schedule accordingly. The fee is $5 per person. RSVP required.
Sedona AZ (December 29, 2017) – In preparation for their annual competitive grants processes, the Arizona Community Foundation of Sedona and the Arizona Community Foundation of Yavapai County invite representatives of local nonprofit organizations, public schools, municipalities and Tribal entities to attend one of four upcoming grant workshops in Prescott, Clarkdale, Camp Verde and Prescott Valley. Topics to be covered at the workshops include application instructions, eligibility requirements, guidelines and an overview of the online grants center and application process.