Sedona AZ (October 9, 2013) – Victoria Z Rivers is holding a studio sale of stunning one-of-a-kind necklaces, bracelets and earrings featuring antique Moroccan talismans, charms and amulets using sterling silver and artist-made findings and chains. Some of the pieces also include antique Mediterranean coral and antique trade beads. As a world-wide traveler, collector and professor, she recently returned from Morocco with a carefully curated selection of rare and fabulous pieces for her studio sale. A rare group of antique textiles from Victoria’s personal collection will also be on sale. The 3 day sale, at 130 Mission Road in Sedona…
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Sedona AZ (October 9, 2013) – On Saturday, October 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the Sedona Police Department and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will give the public its seventh opportunity in three years to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs. Bring your medications for disposal to Sedona City Hall east parking lot at 100 Roadrunner Drive. “We are very pleased to again provide this important Community service which is free and anonymous, no questions will be asked,” said Sedona Police Chief Raymond Cota.
Fundraiser for Homes for Our Troops—building modified homes for injured veterans Verde Valley AZ (October 9, 2013) – Homes for our troops recently joined with the communities of the Verde Valley in breaking ground for the construction of a new home for US Marine Sgt Jordan Maynard, his wife Jennifer and their son, Jay in Cornville, AZ. A national non-profit organization, Homes for Our Troops is dedicated to building specially adapted, no-cost homes for severely injured veterans. Only through generous donations and fundraisers, can the organization continue to build these much needed homes. Sgt Maynard was severely injured in Afghanistan…
Sedona AZ (October 8, 2013) – With his most ambitious recording project to date, Twelve Tales, A.J. Croce’s eighth studio album is revealed with one single per month throughout 2013, produced by multiple legendary producers in various American cities. The September single release “Make it Work” was unveiled on September 30 via iTunes and Seedling Records, and will be played in concert in Sedona, AZ at Mary D. Fisher Theatre at 7PM at 2030 W. State Rt 89A, Sedona, AZ 86336. Tickets available at the door and onlime at www.studiolivesedona.com. Tickets are $30.
Sedona AZ (October 8, 2013) – The Sedona Community Foundation announces it’s 2013 Spirit of Sedona Awards winners. Each of its four 2013 Spirit honorees will receive a $1,000 donation to present to the charity of their choice. The Spirit of Sedona Awards event honors exceptional displays of local philanthropy, as well as, SCF’s nonprofit grant recipients for the year and is generously sponsored this year by BMO Private Banking.
Sedona AZ (October 8, 2013) – On Sunday, November 17, 11:30AM to 5PM, Sedona and surrounding communities will celebrate the 7th Annual Mitzvah (Good Deed) Day. About 350 volunteers of all ages are needed for this interfaith, intergenerational spirit-led day of service announced Rabbi Alicia Magal and Barbara Litrell, co-chairs of the event which takes place under the auspices of the Sedona Community Center. The theme for this year’s Mitzvah Day is “Gratitude in Action” leading into the Thanksgiving and holiday season of caring.
Fort Verde State Historic Park participates by allowing people to visit the Fort throughout the weekend free of cost. People enjoying the Fort will walk back in time and learn the difference between today’s way of life and the life of pioneers and cavalry. Camp Verde AZ (October 7, 2013) – The 57th Annual Fort Verde Days will be held October 11-13, 2013 in downtown Camp Verde Arizona. Fort Verde Days (FVD) is a tradition in the Verde Valley which is promoted by Camp Verde Promotions. The tradition includes a variety of activities that continue today plus several new ones.…
Sedona AZ (October 7, 2013) – The Board of Directors of the League of Women Voters Greater Verde Valley voted unanimously to support the Sedona-Oak Creek School District School Budget Override, the Mingus Union High School District Override and the Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District Override measures on the November 5th ballot. The League of Women Voters has and always will be a strong supporter of our local schools, and the ability of our communities to voice that opinion via the tool of an override, which ensures that our quality of education is given the financial support it deserves.
SILVER SABLE2 year oldMaine Coon Spayed FemaleSilver Sable is a very pretty Maine Coon mix that has a bob-tail! She loves toys and just laying in the sun. Who wants to take this beauty home? You can meet Silver Sable at the Humane Society of Sedona’s shelter, seven days a week from 10am-4pm.
Camp Verde AZ (October 4, 2013) – Camp Verde’s Verde Portal is pleased to announce and welcome its newest member, Michael E Jayne. Jayne is an inventor from the Washington D.C. region, who recently received a patent on a furnace using plasma ignition system for hydrocarbon combustion. He is currently represented by the Smith Patent office, in Washington D.C. The Verde Portal is an incubator for small businesses and non-profits. It looks to help grow and develop cultural entrepreneurs in rural areas. It is located in downtown Camp Verde at 325 S. Main St. For more information about the Verde Portal, contact…
Sedona AZ (October 4, 2013) – On Friday, October 4, Pop Up Sedona Gallery will be highlighting two local artists, Judy Feldman and Luke Metz. The First Friday reception will include wine and refreshment and will take place October 4 from 5-8 p.m. Everyone is welcome, and several other artists will also be on hand to meet and greet the public and discuss their work.
Sedona AZ (October 4, 2013) – The SpeakOut AZ Sedona Verde Valley Team invites the public to attend a special workshop on “Civic Engagement Leadership Capacities” Tuesday, October 22, 11AM-2PM at the Jewish Community of Sedona and the Verde Valley, 100 Meadowlark Drive, Sedona. The workshop is free but space is limited. Alberto Olivas, Director of the Center for Civic Participation at Maricopa Community College which oversees civic education and leadership programs for the ten-college district in addition to offering civic engagement workshops throughout the State will conduct the workshop. Under Olivas’ leadership, the group will explore the key principles…
Sedona AZ (October 4, 2013) – Sedona Smart Meter Awareness (SSMA) members Warren Woodward, Monnie Ramsell and Nancy Baer recently gave a “smart” meter presentation to the Arizona Hospital and Health Care Association (AHHA). Greg Vigdor, President and Chief Executive Officer of AHHA, introduced the audience comprised of administrators from the Association and facility managers from hospitals throughout Arizona, including Verde Valley Medical Center in Cottonwood.
Sedona AZ (October 3, 2013) – On October 1, 2013, at approximately 11:15 PM, Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to investigate the report of a family fight in progress in the 100 block of Sugarloaf Street, Village of Oak Creek. Prior to arrival, deputies learned that 35-year-old Michael Tafoya left the scene in a dark green 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe after forcing his teenaged wife into the SUV. Numerous calls about the altercation were received from neighbors.
Sedona AZ (October 3, 2013) – Unity of Sedona hosts its monthly movie night Thursday, October 17 at 7:00pm. In Dreams Awake, a family drama expands into a spiritual mystery, finally growing into a mystical adventure.As a glimpse into the subtle but intense possibilities of the human spirit, this story delves into that magical lore between reality and illusion, dreams and awake, and life and immortality. “Look outside and dream, or Listen inside and Awaken.” Film-makers will join us for Q&A afterwards. $10 at the door. Unity of Sedona is located at 65 Deer Trail Drive, near Big O Tires in…