Sedona AZ (August 18, 2017) – The Sedona Heritage Museum announces they have tickets remaining for their popular local history tours on September 27, 28, 29, and 30, visiting historic sites, homesteads and buildings while following the Red Rock Loop Road. These tours do sell out, so interested persons are encouraged to call soon.
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Sedona AZ (August 18, 2017) – The month of September promises to be somewhat spectacular with an explosion of activity. Appropriately named “Corner Table,” this 4000 plus sq. ft. restaurant and bar will be open for business after Labor Day, and is targeting its Grand Opening for early September.
By Elizabeth Cate, Collection Development LibrarianSedona AZ (August 18, 2017) – Will you be among the millions of Americans and international visitors watching the solar eclipse that is happening on Monday, August 21? While Sedona is not in the eclipse’s “path of totality,” the uncommon occurrence will still be a spectacular sight. Sedona Public Library is one of thousands of libraries across the country that are holding solar eclipse viewing events on August 21. Along with nearly half of the libraries in the U.S., we’ll also be distributing free eclipse glasses. The importance of wearing certified solar glasses to watch the eclipse…
By Ted Grussing… twenty four hours can make, I have been continually trying to not limp today as eight months of constant hip pain has conditioned me to do so, crutches dispensed with and a new sensation of not hurting as I walk … YES!!! I can handle that. Still not perfect, but the good Dr. O’Donnell said the injection would take a week to take full effect. Looking forward to going for walks again and finding life a little easier to live. I got a minor fracture in my hip over Christmas last year and true to my personality,…
Film Festival partners with Mental Health Coalition Verde Valley for special eventSedona AZ (August 17, 2017) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to partner with the Mental Health Coalition Verde Valley to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “Crazywise” showing Monday, Aug. 28. There will be one show only at 7 p.m. at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre, followed by a community discussion.Crazy … or wise? The traditional wisdom of indigenous cultures often contradicts modern views about a mental health crisis. Is it a ‘calling’ to grow or just a ‘broken brain’? The documentary “Crazywise” explores what can be learned from people around…
Sedona AZ (August 17, 2017) – On Friday August 25th at 5 pm the Pumphouse Poetry and Project is pleased to announce that two professors from Northern Arizona University will drive down from Flagstaff to share their literary talents at the Sedona library. Nicole Walker and Lawrence Lenhart have both received national acclaim for their words and prose. The Pumphouse Poetry and Prose Project is thrilled to present two authors of such skill and prominence. The show will also feature musical performances by local favorite Devin Angelet.
Executive chef and local farmer join forces to highlight the abundance of fresh, seasonal foodCamp Verde AZ (August 17, 2017) – Executive Chef, John Teah and Local Farmer, Molly Munoz of Da’ Nede’ Farms are pleased to announce the first ever Farm-to-table Brunch debuting Sunday, August 27th at JT Bistro in Camp Verde. This neighborhood style brunch will add a twist to the Arizona-inspired fare served at the restaurant.
By Ted Grussing… I got my head into a major project, have abandoned wrist watches, and just realized it is going to be close to 4AM before I get the email out for the night.
Cottonwood AZ (August 16, 2017) – CLEAR THE SHELTERS is a community-driven nationwide adoption event happening on Saturday, August 19th. Since 2015, Clear the Shelters has resulted in more than 70,000 homeless pets being adopted.The Verde Valley Humane Society and the Humane Society of Sedona are excited to be teaming up with NBC/Telemundo Phoenix KTAZ-TV to host Clear the Shelters and help give our homeless furbabies a new chance of life by finding their forever and loving homes.
Sedona AZ (August 16, 2017) – Beginning September 1, 2017 the fall burn season will begin in all areas covered by the Sedona Fire District. A burn permit is required for all residential open burning. Permits may be obtained in person at Fire Station #1 located at 2860 Southwest Dr. in West Sedona. Residential open burning is defined as the burning of dry, readily combustible organic yard waste. There is no cost for a residential open burning permit.
By Ted Grussing… a few days ago I was enjoying watching One in full predator mode … nothing was safe! In this sequence of shots there is a grasshopper on top of the barbeque and if you look closely you can see the grasshopper beginning a leap to avoid the rapidly approaching predator named One … the second shot taken 1/12th of a second later shows One cresting the ledge and reaching for the grasshopper and also the grasshopper happily making its escape flying up and to the right with wings fully spread and going on to perhaps a gourmet food company…
Sedona AZ (August 15, 2017) – What do you when a loved one, a neighbor or an employee is experiencing a mental health crisis or an emotional meltdown? It’s a difficult situation to be in when your are not sure what is the right thing to do. Mental Health First Aid training can help. An 8 hour Mental Health First Aid training class is scheduled for Friday, September 15, 8AM-5PM at the Camp Verde Community Library, 130 Black Bridge Rd, Camp Verde. The program is offered by The Mental Health Coalition Verde Valley and Spectrum Healthcare Group. The 8-hour training is free, open to the…
125 Juried Artists, Inaugural Fine Art Gallery, William Eaton TrioSedona AZ (August 15, 2017) – Held against the backdrop of Sedona’s breathtaking red rock vistas, the Sedona Arts Festival will present its 27th annual fine art festival on Saturday, Oct. 7 and Sunday, Oct. 8, 2017. Attracting artists from across the country, this renowned festival will showcase a diverse line up of 125 juried artists as well as live music, food and art fun for the kids. The Sedona Arts Festival is held on the campus of Sedona Red Rock High School, 990 Upper Red Rock Loop Road in West…
By Ted Grussing… I had a wonderful time in San Diego this weekend and made the trip home Saturdayafternoon. After crossing back into Arizona late afternoon I could see the clouds building and lightning beginning to flash all along the northern part of I-10. I made my usual turn onto US 60, heading along a sparsely traveled road into mounting storm clouds. Before Hope, the sky opened up and I was in one the heaviest downpours I have been in for quite a while. The desert gave the appearance of a shallow lake and my windshield wipers were not keeping up…
Clarkdale AZ (August 14, 2017) – By mid-1916, The Arizona Power Company had to do something to meet the demand for power mainly from mining interests. William Andrews Clark, who operated the United Verde Copper Mine in Jerome, shrewdly saw the advantage of water power instead of hauling fuel more than 1500 miles over mountains and slippery road beds. The Childs and Irving Hydro Plants would never be able to produce the electricity needed and a large steam generating plant was built 3 miles north of Clarkdale to help meet this need.