Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Sedona premiere of “Hello, Love, Again”, showing Jan. 3-9 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aGqJ7-lAXII In every goodbye, love finds its way back. Determined to reunite, Ethan (in Hong Kong) and Joy (in Canada) strive to improve their lives. As their love is tested by distance and unforeseen challenges, they part ways. Years later, they reconnect and rediscover each other amidst the complexities of their new lives. Five years after “Hello, Love, Goodbye”, the sequel continues the story, delving into themes of separation and perseverance. “Hello,…
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Arizona News – If keeping AZ grand is your bag, then the Arizona Department of Transportation has your perfect New Year’s resolution. ADOT’s Adopt a Highway volunteer program, with information available at azdot.gov/adoptahighway, has hundreds of miles available for adoption statewide. It’s a great way to give back by picking up roadside litter with friends, relatives and even kids 12 and older needing to meet school service requirements. Civic-minded individuals, families, religious groups, clubs and others taking part in Adopt a Highway receive two-year permits to clean up roadside litter on their highway segments, usually a mile in each direction. They…
Sedona News – After a popular debut in November, “The Dead Quilters Society” will return to the Sedona Heritage Museum on Saturday, January 18 and Sunday, January 19, 2025. Doors will open for both performances at 3:30 pm, and the show will start at 4 pm. Performances will take place in the Sedona Heritage Museum’s historic Apple Shed. “The Dead Quilters Society,” a musical dramedy, tells the real stories of five women from Sedona’s history, and explores the ripple effects of their actions on our community, some of which are still evident today. The historical women whose stories will be…
By Rabbi Alicia Magal The JCSVV offers soul-enriching services, programs, and classes, all listed on the synagogue website, jcsvv.org. Visitors are welcome to attend services after a security check. Those who cannot attend in person can access the service through zoom. Erev Shabbat services begin at 5:30 pm on Friday, December 27, 2024, led by Rabbi Alicia Magal. Services will begin with the lighting of the third candle of Hanukkah. Meri Thomason will chant from the Torah portion that was the reading for her Bat Mitzvah celebration in 2009, Miketz (Genesis 41:1 – 44:17), continuing the story of Joseph, who…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “Queer”, showing Jan. 3-9 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eknj5_0tF2s “Queer” features an all-star cast, including Daniel Craig, Drew Starkey, Lesley Manville and Jason Schwartzman. In 1950s Mexico City, William Lee, an American ex-pat in his late forties, leads a solitary life amidst a small American community. However, the arrival in town of Eugene Allerton, a young student, stirs William into finally establishing a meaningful connection with someone. “Queer” will be shown at Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre Jan. 3-9. Showtimes will be Friday, Saturday,…
Arizona News – The Arizona Department of Transportation is gearing up for a study of low-carbon transportation materials after the award of a $27 million grant from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). ADOT will use the grant to develop a research program on the use of qualifying low-carbon pavement materials in future highway improvement projects. Potential projects would be identified as part of the study process over the several years. The FHWA selected ADOT for the grant as part of the federal Inflation Reduction Act, which includes a Low-Carbon Transportation Materials Program. ADOT is one of 39 state transportation departments…
Verde Valley News – Vin de Filles, a wine 100% female produced from grape to bottle, has exceeded expectations once again with its October event, raising $41,000 for the Verde Valley Sanctuary. “The Vin de Filles is a project and event like no other,” VVS Executive Director Jessye Johnson said. “Witnessing its growth and following is awe-inspiring, and we are so grateful to have been chosen to benefit from this labor of love.” French for “girls wine,” the Vin de Filles is produced at Page Springs Cellars by co-owner Gayle Glomski along with assistant winemaker Bree Nation, and Lauren Maldonado,…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “Goebbels and the Führer”, showing Jan. 3-9 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIqeLlET_LQ “Goebbels and the Führer” follows Joseph Goebbels in his last seven years by Hitler’s side, while Hitler is at the height of his power. As Minister of Propaganda, Goebbels creates films and pictures used to prepare the Germans for Total War and the Holocaust. After the defeat at Stalingrad and the war is lost, he conceives his last staging, the most radical propaganda act still possible to him. “Goebbels and…
The holidays might be winding down, but there’s no reason to stop the party just yet. Rowe Fine Art Gallery rings in 2025 on Friday, January 3, at 4 p.m. with Fresh Start, New Art. The festive show marks the debut of gallery owner and bronze sculptor Ken Rowe’s first-ever piece of jewelry. The gallery will also celebrate new works from painter Jen Farnsworth and toast mixed media sculptor Shirley Eichten Albrecht, who is intent on integrating interesting geodes and even more intricate weaving into her gourd artwork in 2025. Come join the fun! Ken’s first piece of jewelry, a sterling-silver…
… the quiet and hidden neighbors that live among us and are seldom seen, but because of the time I spend on the deck I have a twenty year collection of photos of them … our resident population of Bobcats! I have been privileged to spend hours every year in close proximity to them as they enter our yard or cruise by on the edge of the arroyo on the golf course. Both of the photos in tonight’s email were shot in our backyard … but only with a camera:-) These beautiful creatures and I get along very well and I…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Sedona premiere of “All Happy Families”, showing Dec. 27-Jan. 2 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wIh8dabCeoY The Landrys gather for the weekend to fix up their family home in Chicago. Graham really wishes his life was in a better place, especially since he’s reconnected with his college crush, Dana. Sue is looking forward to the next chapter in her life when an incident at her retirement party forces her to question things, including her marriage to complacent Roy. Then, Will, the television star blows in. What starts…
Verde Valley News – Along with the physical and mental demands of the YC Fire Academy, fall 2024 class graduation speaker Austin Fradette said the journey demanded from him and his 17 classmates to know the truth: “Do you want this?” The answer from the group of cadets celebrating their successful completion of the 16-week academy on Dec. 14: a resounding “yes.” “That’s what I thought,” Austin replied, then continued his graduation speech. “The fire service is tough, it’s taxing and you work your butt off. Sleepless nights and never-ending calls. Your interactions with people are during their worst moments.…
Verde Valley News – Kim Carlton, Physician Assistant (PA-C) at the Northern Arizona Healthcare (NAH) Cottonwood primary care office, has been named NAH’s 2024 Advanced Practice Provider of the Year in Verde Valley. She is recognized for her positive attitude, respect for colleagues and the skilled, compassionate care she provides to her patients. Advanced Practice Providers (APP) are an essential part of any patient’s care team, as they work seamlessly with physicians and other members of the care team to ensure that each patient receives the best care possible. This is the sixth year NAH is recognizing APPs. The recipients…
Arizona News – The Coconino National Forest and partners will discontinue the sale of the Grand Annual Pass on Dec. 31, 2024, to simplify pass requirements across the forest, but existing Grand Annual Passes sold through the end of 2024 will be honored at all fee sites through 2025. ExplorUS, in coordination with the Coconino National Forest, is excited to announce the launch of the new annual Sedona Pass. The annual pass will be sold for $50 starting in January 2025, and will provide visitor access for one vehicle and up to five people per pass to the following day-use…
Sedona News – Judy McBride will be the next speaker in the Sedona Heritage Museum’s Sedona Stories speaker program on Thursday, January 9, at 10 am in the historic Apple Shed. Her program, about the history of nearby Rimrock Ranch, is called “Rimrock Ranch…From Dudes to Mobsters.” McBride, owner of Rimrock Ranch from 1974 to 2019, will share historical facts, colorful stories, photos, and film clips about the guest ranch built by Virginia Finnie, Russell Boardman, and Romaine Lowdermilk on 265 acres in 1928. For the times, the 14-bedroom main house built on a prominent knoll was quite luxurious and…