Clarkdale AZ (August 6, 2015) – The Yavapai College Verde Art Gallery presents 3 Minutes photographs by Esmeralda Ruiz, from August 24 through September 17. The opening reception is on Thursday, August 27 from 5 to 7 p.m. It is free and open to the public, and refreshments will be served.
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Cottonwood AZ (August 6, 2015) – Your new best friend is waiting for you. Come and adopt one of Verde Valley Humane Society’s adorable 40 lb+ dogs for $40 and help him/her feel the freedom of having a forever home – a home where they can be loved, and give love, too. This campaign ends August 14 and the cost includes spay/neuter, vaccines, free vet visit but excludes all VIPs. All of the dogs thank you for your help so that their dreams can come true. You can meet all the dogs between 10a.m. and 5p.m. Monday-Saturday. Verde Valley Humane Society is at…
Sedona AZ (August 6, 2015) – The City of Sedona is accepting applications to fill two (2) vacancies on the City’s Historic Preservation Commission. This voluntary body is made up of seven (7) citizens appointed by City Council. The Historic Preservation Commission was established by Sedona City Council to promote the protection, enhancement and perpetuation of properties and areas of historic, cultural, archaeological and aesthetic significance.
By Ted GrussingSeveral years ago when I was visiting Ted and Sus in Half Moon Bay we took a day trip to Napa Valley and on the way home we crossed the Bay Bridge and the scene just swept me away. Corky and I were early Star Trek fans and as you know San Francisco was headquarters for Star Trek Command … I took a bunch of pictures as Sus was driving us over the bridge knowing what I would do with them … a magical city and a magical place and hope you enjoy this image.
By Annabel SclippaCottonwood AZ (August 5, 2015) – Come one, come all for a very special evening at North Bend Studio in Old Town Cottonwood on August 8th. The OPEN MIRRORS/BOUNDLESS ART Opening Show is during Old Town Cottonwood’s 2nd Saturday Art Walk, August 8th from 6 to 10 pm at North Bend Studio. With 17 artists, food and beverages, there will be much ado about everything.To celebrate their 1-Year Anniversary, the Studio is featuring their debut artist Annabel Sclippa’s “Summertime” Series, plus 16 artists from Eliphante Village as a fundraiser for the local Artists Community.
Sedona AZ (August 5, 2015) – The City of Sedona is accepting applications to fill one position on the Board of Adjustment. The term begins immediately and ends on December 31, 2018.The Board of Adjustment conducts hearings regarding requests for variances from the Sedona Land Development Code applicable to zoning regulations and hears appeals regarding interpretations made by the City’s Zoning Administrator.
Sedona AZ (August 4, 2015) – The Coconino National Forest is seeking comments from the public regarding proposed changes to the Red Rock Pass (RRP) fee program that will enable continued improvements to two new stand-alone fee sites, and reduce public confusion about fee sites versus fee areas.It is proposed that the two current fee areas along State Routes 89A and 179 be eliminated, while recreation sites within the two current fee areas are retained as stand-alone fee sites. The proposal also seeks to add two new stand-alone fee sites to the RRP, to include Dry Creek Vista/Picnic Site and…
By Ted Grussing… that photos that are out of focus could be saved … but they cannot be saved and that is where the delete key comes in. Eric invited me to shoot some Hummers this evening and I got there a little early for the strobe setup he had, but still got a couple of shots that I saved. The photo that is going out tonight is already history and consists of scattered bits residing somewhere in space. Every time I looked at this shot I kept hoping some miracle would occur and I would have one of those…
Come to Old Town Cottonwood on Saturday August 8 from 6-9pm for a mega-artist stroll about the town.Cottonwood AZ (August 4, 2015) – Elevating the offerings of the Art Walk are three larger multi-artist shows to enjoy. Starting at N Main Street and 4th Street, “Summertime at The Manheim Gallery” presented by a selection of the Made in Clarkdale artists continues. Come enjoy jewelry, ceramics, flat art and more by artists Edward Krish, Mary Liggit, Marsha Foutz, Bear Schutz, Tyler Novak, Barbara Pierre, Emily M. Miller, Ramona Stites, Ben Roti, Tom Schumacher and Kaayla Fox.
Yavapai Food Council’s nonprofit Bountiful Kitchen scheduled to open in Sedona by 2015-year end. Sedona AZ (August 4, 2015) – The hunger epidemic in Arizona continues to cripple over 2 million working poor residents who live at or below the Federal Poverty Guidelines. Arizona is ranked number 8 nationally for food insecurity and has the third highest child hunger rate nationwide. Yavapai County continues to lead the state with 1 out of 3 kids food insecure.Cornucopia Community Advocates study 2013 study, Access to School Meals in Yavapai County, reported that 21 out of 29 (72%) of Yavapai County charter schools…
Cottonwood AZ (August 4, 2015) – Fifty-four teachers and three principals recently received training on the ‘Good Behavior Game.’The Good Behavior Game program is a proven approach to managing classroom behaviors that rewards children for displaying appropriate, on-task behaviors. It is designed for kindergarten through fourth grade students. MATFORCE and the Arizona Community Foundation helped sponsor the training, which was held in both Prescott and Cottonwood.
Sedona AZ (August 4, 2015) – The City of Sedona is currently seeking to fill three positions on the Planning and Zoning Commission. The Planning and Zoning Commission is one of three City Commissions and Boards required by the State of Arizona. This voluntary body is made up of seven citizens appointed by City Council.
By Ted Grussing… to have a dumb day … to be excited about wringing the neck of whoever it is that created a Netflix series you can’t wait to not watch again, because that is the day I had today and the wrap of the day is underway … soon sleep and the day is over.
Sedona AZ (August 2, 2015) – Hello! We are Freckles and Rocky. We are new tenants at the Humane Society of Sedona. We once lived on a ranch together and although our chances are slim to be adopted together . . . that would be our greatest wish! We love each other immensely!Let me tell you about me! I am Freckles and I am a 2 year old German Shepherd Mixed breed of dog. I am a spayed, beautiful female that is well behaved, sweet, and I like to get lots of exercise. I did get to run on the…