Sedona AZ (January 13, 2014) – In a near unanimous vote of its membership, the Sedona Verde Valley Republican Men’s Club has endorsed Adam Kwasman for U.S. Congress from Arizona’s First Congressional District. Club President, Charles “Charlie” Christensen had this to say about Kwasman: “Adam’s proven conservative record combined with his excellent knowledge of the issues and his positive demeanor and energy are exactly what we need to defeat Ann Kirkpatrick in the House.”
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Sedona AZ (January 12, 2014) – Hillside Merchants are offering exciting essay contest for Valentine’s Day. States Karen Reynolds Dilks, property manager, “The tenants here have always been rather a romantic sort. The idea they came up with is very fun and they have provided an incredible prize to the winner.” The contest is simple. Public invited to submit 300-to 500 word essays to “What makes their Valentine special?” The winner will receive a ‘Spoil Package’ that will make 2014 Valentine’s Day a memorable experience.
Sedona AZ (January 12, 2014) – This month the Oak Creek Apples Macintosh User Group feature presentation will be “THE INTERNET – Fast or slow, what makes it go?” Michael Merrill, Director of Marketing for CommSpeed and its affiliates eSedona and Swift Wireless Systems will be talking about wireless internet in the Verde Valley, available services, current problems, and solutions they are working on and plans for the future.
Sedona’s first World Peace Dance Celebration and Concert on Friday February 7 at 7PM at the Sedona Performing Arts Center will be the centerpiece event culminating a week-long series of free peace workshops and public gatherings beginning February 2 at 1PM with a talk and book signing by peace activist John Dear at the Sedona Creative Life Center. The dance and concert on February 7, which brings to life the peace vision of Elaine Hanson, choreographer, artistic director and Sedona resident, will take place at the Sedona Performing Arts Center, 995 Upper Red Rock Loop Rd.
A West Sedona collection site added for Verde Valley School’s used prescription eyeglass project Sedona AZ (January 10, 2014) – On October 24, 2013, the Sedona Red Rock News ran an article that highlighted the admirable efforts of the Verde Valley School, in conjunction with the Oak Creek Canyon Lions Club, to create two eye clinics for the people of Malawi. A cry to the community for used prescription eyeglasses was made and an amazing 2,500 eyeglasses were collected last year in the Sedona area. The Sedona YMCA wanted to partner with VVS and is now offering a convenient West Sedona…
Cornville AZ (January 9, 2014) – On January 8, 2014, a Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office deputy was assigned to a mail theft incident that occurred in the 1600 block of Aspass Road, Cornville. The victim explained he had purchased 40 Morgan silver dollars from a Phoenix area coin supplier for $1260. The store mailed the coins on Friday, January 3, 2014. It was confirmed the package had been delivered to his mailbox the next day, January 4, 2013, by a US Postal carrier. The package was never located following delivery. The victim was originally under the impression his coins would…
Sedona AZ (January 9, 2014) – Peppermint Zebra and OUT OF AFRICA are teaming up to offer exciting “KIDZ ART CONTEST” in celebration of Valentine’s Day. The theme is simple…”What is love?” seen through a child’s eye. States Peppermint Zebra’s owner, Karen Dilks, “Shoot, I am the grandma that opened this store. I was remembering the Valentine Days of my youth of old shoeboxes cleverly decorated and the wonderful exchange of often hand made cards. The experience was an all day affair moving between classrooms. It made we want the children today to have the same fun. Talked to Out…
Hike in Water Rates Hurt Low Income Customers in Verde Village, Cornville and Bridgeport Cottonwood AZ (January 8, 2014) – A group of citizens say a 67 percent rate increase by Cottonwood Municipal Water utility in Oct. 1st, 2013 is burdening low income customers in Verde Village, Bridgeport and Cornville and they want it reversed. At the same time, city profits and salaries continue to grow. Outside residents fear a cut of their water payments is going down the drain, to pay for the city’s indebted waste water sewer system.
Camp Verde AZ (January 8, 2014) – Camp Verde’s contemporary art gallery, White Hills Gallery, is pleased to announce three solo shows planned for the next few months by three distinct progressive local contemporary artists: Stephanie Peters from Camp Verde, Keith Schall from the Village of Oak Creek and Sharron Porter from Sedona. White Hills Gallery opens the series of solo shows with the first show by emerging mixed media artist Stephanie Peters. Stephanie Peters, originally from the Washington D.C. area, has been a part of the Verde Valley community for the past two years, most notably as our executive…
Sedona AZ (January 8, 2014) – Gardens for Humanity is at it again, teaching children all about the earth using the arts! This organization, well known for its many different environmental events, provides five artists for five Sedona/Verde Valley schools each year, presenting 112 hours of environmental education using a variety of art skills such as dance, paint, music, ceramics and collage.
Sedona AZ (January 8, 2014) – Bo Montenegro and Maria Lucia Sauer offer a unique workshop in magical Sedona, Arizona this February. Let go of old imprints and embrace new ways of living. This workshop invites you to meditate on the changes you wish to make within yourself, the unconscious imprints you want to let go and which new ways of being you want to live by moving forward. Practice meditation, shamanic journeys, shape shifting and healing with intention focused through your hands, to become conscious and to attain the new programs you want to imprint in your life. Join…
Sedona AZ (January 8, 2014) – John Dear, peace activist, author, and Nobel Peace Prize nominee will speak and host a book signing on Sunday, February 2 at 1PM at the Sedona Creative Life Center launching Sedona World Peace Dance Celebration Week, February 2-7. The John Dear event is free; donations will be appreciated. Dear will address the subject of his new book, “The Non-Violent Life” where he poses questions including, “How can we become people of nonviolence and help the world become more nonviolent? What does it mean to be a person of active nonviolence? How can we build…
Sedona AZ (January 7, 2014) – Get on the road to wellness to decrease belly fat, increase energy and feel great. Find hidden sources of inflammation and balance your body with delicious foods, including chocolate! A fun and informative event about making small adjustments in your cooking and eating for life-changing results. Optional cookie sampling.
Verde Valley AZ (January 7, 2014) – Red Rose Inspiration for Animals, a non profit 501c3 organization in Sedona, is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of animals. Seven years ago, Tina Allegrezza, Founder and President of Red Rose, rescued a dog whose ear tips snapped off from frostbite due to exposure without protection. Red Rose has been collecting blankets and towels for animals that need extra warmth in very cold temperatures. We urge pet owners to take the proper precautions to safely care for their pet during the winter months.
Camp Verde AZ (January 4, 2014) – The Horn restaurant, located in downtown Camp Verde, is pleased to announce the launch of their new dinner menu, available starting Tuesday January 7th. Recently appointed Executive Chef, Peggy Fuller, brought her personal touch and farm to table focus when she and her team created the dinner menu. The new dinner menu includes staple favorites like The Horn Burger and vegetable Lasagna, and adds new dishes like the Prime Rib Steak, Buffalo tenderloin, Pan Seared Trout and Roasted Rack of Lamb.