Author: Tommy

Sedona AZ (November 14, 2017) – The City of Sedona and Creative Gateways, a new art studio/gallery, just got certified as a sustainable business. Thirty-one organizations are now certified as a Sustainable Business in a wide range of industries including community services, health and wellness, home and garden, and retail. 

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Clarkdale AZ (November 13, 20170 – Come dance on the wooden floor of Clarkdale’s beautiful Clark Memorial Clubhouse at this month’s contra dance, Saturday, Nov. 18th, sponsored by the Clarkdale Historical Society and Flagstaff Friends of Musical Tradition. The clubhouse is at 39 N. 9th St. (9th & Main) in downtown Clarkdale. Michael Barraclough will teach and call the dances to the tunes of our live band, Just Desserts.

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By Claudelle Johnson, PWG PresidentCottonwood AZ (November 12, 2017) – It’s that time of year … the Holidays are upon us so, Ladies, save the date: Tuesday, November 21st. Join us for our Professional Women’s Group PM Business After Hours Event at the Colt Grill, 804 N Main Street in Cottonwood from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. Come ready to support the newest restaurant in town and enjoy dinner on their heated Patio.

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By Jessica MooreSedona AZ (November 12, 2017) – Are you a sensitive person who feels just a bit too much?  Do you struggle with cycling anxiety or self-criticism?  Do you sometimes just wish your emotions would go away and give you a break?I am here to tell you that even though your emotions may be causing problems for you, your emotions themselves are not the problem. If you have tried every healing technique and mental practice out there and you just can’t seem to get them to work, I can assure you that the problem is not you. The only way to…

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Performances from Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserables and other Broadway gems featured in gala event starring Broadway and opera veterans Teri Bibb and Dennis McNeil Sedona AZ (November 11, 2017) – Ring in the season early this year in a special evening celebrating the classical Broadway musicals we know and love. The occasion is the “Broadway Memories” Masked Gala on Sunday, Nov. 19 at the Enchantment Resort, presented by the Sedona International Film Festival. The evening will feature a spectacular concert and tribute to Broadway by award-winning Broadway and opera performers Teri Bibb and Dennis McNeil. Kick off the evening reception with “A Taste…

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Sedona AZ (November 11, 2017) – The Verde Valley is home to a treasure trove of cultural heritage sites and museums.  Many of these have Museum Gift Shops offering gifts for the coming holiday season – gifts that you may not find anywhere else.  By shopping at these non-profit organizations you will be providing much needed support by spending some of your shopping dollars with them.You can find unique gifts for everyone on your list in an un-crowded, un-harried environment, enjoy tax-free purchases, and support area cultural institutions all in one shopping trip!

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Sedona AZ (November 10, 2017) – Getting ready to be with family and friends over the upcoming holiday season? Are you dreading sharing turkey and a conversation with a favorite brother, sister or even your parents or adult kids because the subject might drift to politics? Research is showing that the current polarized political situation has created a new dilemma for many folks – major conflicts within families and friendships, and with work colleagues and neighbors. Vigorously defended opposing opinions have resulted in seemingly unresolvable confrontations.

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Sedona Film Festival hosts big-screen presentation of art series at Mary D. Fisher theatreSedona AZ (November 10, 2017) – Sedona International Film Festival presents the Exhibition on Screen series with “The Impressionists”. The event will show in Sedona on Monday, Nov. 20 at 4 and 7 p.m. at the festival’s Mary D. Fisher Theatre.The festival is proud to be the official host of the series, joining hundreds of theatres around the globe for this special exhibition on screen. Cinema guests can now enjoy unprecedented high definition access into the lives of renowned artists, their art and the fabulous museums and galleries that are the…

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AmeriCorps Will Provide Training, Stipend, Transferable Education Award Prescott AZ (November 10, 2017) – To address the growing challenge of opioid addiction and prescription medication abuse among the elderly in Yavapai County, the Area Agency on Aging-NACOG (Northern Arizona Council on Goverments) is looking for individuals 55 and older to become AmeriCorps members and participate in a program to help educate and prevent medication misuse in older adults.The educational program, RX Matters, is designed specifically for older adults and their caregivers with an emphasis on opioid safe storage and disposal of medication.  RX Matters was developed by the Area Agency…

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Clarkdale AZ (November 10, 2017) – Yavapai College is saluting veterans with a pair of special events this month at both the Prescott and Verde Valley campuses.The celebrations and resource fairs will feature information about community resources for veterans, a student art display, food, beverages, live music and a chance to read and reflect on the names of Arizona servicemen and women who have lost their lives serving their country in Iraq and Afghanistan.

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Sedona AZ (November 1, 2017) – Red Earth Theatre presents Morley, a new full length play by Sedona resident Irmgard Lake, arriving on stage after a 5month workshop process with the playwright, the director Kate Hawkes and the cast. Performances are on November Friday 10th & Saturday 11 at 7.30pm and Sunday November 12 at 2pm. at the Sedona Hub, 525B Posse Ground Rd, Sedona.

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By Sophia Zarifis-Russell, Reference AssistantSedona AZ (November 10, 2017) – As a Gold Star Mother, my perspective of Veterans Day has changed. Before my son died in Afghanistan, it was just another holiday. Sometimes, I bought a poppy outside the local supermarket. Now, I spend Veterans Day much differently. I make it my duty to visit my son’s grave. To me there is nothing as sad as a neglected grave. This Veterans Day I would like to encourage and inspire each one of you to use this day to solemnly remember the sacrifices made by our valiant service men and…

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By Ted Grussing… at least that is what it looked like what this frog was pleading for … Eric and I just took a long series of shots of this Great Blue heron as he flew to a quiet place to enjoy his dinner late this afternoon … it was the natural thing to do. Usually when you see shots I send out of the Blue Herons, they have their long necks extended in flight, here it is pretty well retracted and the reason is simple; he is keeping his CG point the same as he has the added weight…

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