Author: Tommy

Visit Old Town Cottonwood Memorial Day Old Town Cottonwood, AZ (May 19, 2011) – How can one describe or capture the magical ‘ambiance’ of Jerome, Clarkdale and Cottonwood? Is it the history, still present in the historic buildings, mining remnants and colorful stories? Is it the beautiful landscapes, vistas, and mountains? Is it the areas local ‘renaissance’ driven by the bourgeoning wine industry and Old Town’s revival? Come find out for yourself this Memorial Day Weekend, with a visit to the area, and Old Town, Cottonwood, one of Arizona’s treasures.

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For Sale: Two vehicles and other Miscellaneous equipment Sedona, AZ (may 17, 2011) – One of the Sedona City Council’s top priorities is financial sustainability. As part of the city’s goal for financial sustainability, staff continually evaluates its fleet of vehicles to ensure appropriate fleet size, vehicle use, and efficiency. As a result, the City is auctioning two vehicles and other miscellaneous equipment through publicsurplus.com over the next 35 days with a staggered release date. If you are interested in viewing the vehicles or other items, go to www.publicsurplus.com and search “Agency” for City of Sedona. Check back often to…

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Local Questers Join Palatki Questers in Grant Quest Sedona, AZ (May 17, 2011) – The Palatki Questers and Sedona Questers chapters recently partnered to get an Arizona Questers grant for building preservation work at the Sedona Heritage Museum. In addition to the “Preservation & Restoration” grant from the state organization, the two local chapters contributed matching funds. Specifically, the grant and other funds went toward the installation of historically accurate gutters on the Jordan Fruit Packing Shed and re-siding portions of the historic Jordan Tractor Shed. The gutters will protect the foundation and siding for the future and the replacement…

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Sedona Community Plan Update Sedona, AZ (May 17, 2011) – This week, two identical inspirational events will be held to discuss Imagine Sedona – 2020 & Beyond, the Sedona Community Plan Update. Please encourage your friends and neighbors to attend and participate! When: Thursday, May 19 at 7:00 p.m. or Saturday, May 21 at 10:00 a.m. Where: Sedona Creative Life Center 333 Schnebly Hill Road For More Information: Mike Raber, Senior Planner at Mraber@sedonaaz.gov or 204-7106 Kathy Levin, Associate Planner at Klevin@sedonaaz.gov or 203-5035 Website: www.sedonaaz.gov/planUpdate

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It’s De Déjà Vu All Over Again Sedona, AZ (May 16, 2011) – In a startling revelation by one Sedona City Councilor, a slip of the tongue has ignited what the community thought was a democratic solution to the SR (State Route) 89a continuous roadway lighting issue. In early March, 2011, a number of signature gatherers for Let The People Vote on 89a, canvassed the town pitching voters on the value of the democratic process of Referendum for voting up or down on an issue. Now, in a bombshell revelation at a public meeting, the truth be told: nope, the…

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City of Sedona Begins Four-Day Work Week Starting May 22 Sedona, AZ (May 15, 2011The City of Sedona will implement four 10-hour days of operation beginning the week of May 22, 2011. City Hall will be open for business Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. and be closed on Fridays. This is the second year this schedule is being put into service and is effective through September 10. The Community Development department will remain closed for lunch from noon to 1 p.m. The Police Department will continue normal daily operations, remaining available and open 24 hours a…

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Sedona Arts & Culture Commission Sedona, AZ (May 13, 2011) – Have you ever wondered about the variety of artwork you see in the Council Chambers or Vultee Conference Room at City Hall? Thanks to the City’s Art in Public Places Committee (APPC), the exhibits are a result of reaching out to our talented community and showcasing local artists. Members of APPC include Chair Roberta Kinion, Robert Albrecht, Susan Henkels, Susan Kliewer, Dennis Ott, Ed Uzumeckis, and Mei Wei Wong. The Committee is pleased to announce that the current exhibit in the Chambers features artist extraordinaire Mary Fisher. She has…

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Sleep under the stars Sedona, AZ (May 13, 2011) – Back by popular demand, Sedona Parks and Recreation is pleased to offer to our community and visitors the opportunity to camp at beautiful Sunset Park on Friday, June 3, 2011. For only $15 per tent, participants can join others for a night of camping under the stars, informative lectures, telescope star viewing, and a group yoga class in the morning. This event is great for first time campers as well as seasoned campers that want to enjoy camping close to home and learn about camping safety. Sunset Park is located…

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Flowering plants and your dining table Sedona, AZ (May 13, 2011) – There’s a giant prickly pear cactus in my front yard that at this time every year blesses our neighborhood with an abundant display of bright yellow flowers. Across the summer months these are transformed into deep purple prickly pears which, I in turn, transform into jelly around Labor Day. The blossoms on my pear tree are starting to form little bulbs which will ultimately become tasty fruit. My neighbor tells me that her tomato plants are starting to produce veggies. Another neighbor has been carefully tending his raised…

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Sedona Public Library in the Village Village of Oak Creek (May 13, 2011) – As part of the ongoing Sedona Public Library in the Village Rotating Artist Series, Bev Copen will be displaying her artwork at the new village location in Tequa Plaza beginning on Tuesday, May 10, 2011. A reception where you can meet the artist will be held on Wednesday, May 18 from 4 to 6:00pm. Some of Copen’s artwork will be available for purchase with a portion of the proceeds going to support village library services. The theme of her exhibit is “Doors, Windows & People…

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“Bats in the Verde Valley” Speaker Series Topic Sedona, AZ (May 11,2011) – “Bats in the Verde Valley” will be the topic at Keep Sedona Beautiful, Inc.’s award winning monthly Preserving the Wonder™ Speaker Series on Wednesday, May 18th.  The doors will open with wine and snacks at 5:30 pm, and the presentation will begin at 5:45 pm. According to Bat Conservation International, “Bats are essential to the health of our natural world.  They help control pests and are vital pollinators and seed-dispersers for countless plants.  Yet these wonderfully diverse and beneficial creatures are among the least studied and most…

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Donations and Percentage of Sales Go to Aid Japan Earthquake Survivors Sedona, AZ (May 11, 2011) – Canyon Breeze, a restaurant in the heart of Uptown Sedona, will be transformed with a concert stage, Saturday, May 14, 1:00 to 10:00 p.m. Thirteen local musicians, performing a variety of musical styles, will entertain guests from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., and from 4:00 to 10:00 p.m., guests will have space to dance to the music. Sponsored by the Sedona Heart Japan Campaign, all Concert and Dance proceeds will go to Peace Boat, an active non-profit, on-the-ground charity, supporting recovery and rehabilitation for…

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“Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice, shame on me.” by Melvyn R. Copen May 7, 2011 Sedona, AZ (May 10, 2011) –  There is an old quote that seems to exist throughout the world’s cultures. It goes: “Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice, shame on me.” But how does one extend this “wisdom” to a continuous, non-ending process. This year, as happens every year at this time, the mails are flooded with corporate annual reports and the accompanying proxy forms and statements. But this year, something is different. Almost all the proxy forms ask…

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