Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “Born at Home” on Thursday, Nov. 14 at 4:00 p.m. at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nCicD369Tbk “Born at Home” explores and uncovers the empowering journey of homebirth, shedding light on the often overlooked and misunderstood option that has transformed lives. The film dives into real stories of women navigating birth trauma and examines how a shift in environment and informed choices can reshape the birthing experience. Wisdom is shared from homebirth families, interwoven with evidence-based information from midwives, medical professionals, doulas, researchers…
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By David Stephen Sedona, AZ –If depression is assumed to be a problem of the human mind, progress would be to explore what the mind is, to isolate all the relays and hubs of mind that determine the experience of depression. What is the human mind? Early options are genes and neurons. Genes are established to be the architects of human existence. The human genome has already been mapped, in full. However, there are other options that structure nurture functions aside from genes. For example, an offspring has the genes of the parents, but the language that the offspring would…
Bear Howard Chronicles: Sedona, AZ — Growth in Sedona is not just a possibility—it’s a certainty. And of course, by growth, I’m not referring to population, it’s going down. The city of Sedona is landlocked, with minimal real estate available for much of anything. But I’m sure we’ll see some apartment construction in the future, along with more mega-mansions. And other than the hotels that are on the table right now, I don’t see any more in the city limits anyway. But let’s take a look at some compelling numbers about growth from a 20,000-foot level: Projected Growth in Maricopa…
… it is time to discard the noise and hyperbole that seems to be everywhere now … time to download these photos and spend time contemplating the peace, love and joy that these little ones are bringing into the world … they care not a wit about all the horrendous insults being hurled all day everyday … peace reigns supreme in their world! We get to choose what and how we react to the events in our lives … spend some time studying how these little ones deal with life … absorb the love and kindness! Have a beautiful day…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “Small Things Like These”, showing Nov. 8-14 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nqwn5Y_Y4xs Oscar-winner Cillian Murphy delivers a stunning performance as devoted father Bill Furlong in “Small Things Like These” — based on the best-selling novel of the same name by Claire Keegan. The film also stars Emily Watson, Michelle Fairley and Eileen Walsh. In 1985 devoted father Bill Furlong (Cillian Murphy) discovers disturbing secrets kept by the local convent and uncovers shocking truths of his own, forcing him to confront his…
By Bambi Dudley Sedona News – Join us for a mind-bending afternoon with Robert E. Redding, retired cross-country truck driver and author of the captivating book, Over the Road. With a profound passion for world history, Redding delves into one of the greatest enigmas of our time: The Pyramids of Giza. Did the Egyptians in 2500 BC build them as tombs for Pharaohs? New groundbreaking evidence suggests otherwise. Discover how the Pyramids are not tombs but ancient electrical power plants, with origins far older than previously thought. The Great Pyramid, a marvel of engineering and a scale model of the Earth, stood as…
Village of Oak Creek News – Clark’s Market in the Village of Oak Creek donated $2,381.75 to the Sedona Village Rotary Club as part of their “Non-Profit Monday” initiative. This generous contribution represents 5% of Clark’s register proceeds from a single day, exemplifying their dedication to giving back to local causes. This donation will be combined with proceeds from the Rotary Veteran’s Raffle (taking place at Clark’s Nov 10th and 11th), and directed to the Prescott Veterans Medical Center. Funds will go toward essential patient needs, helping to support veterans in our region who rely on this vital facility. The…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “Memoir of a Snail”, showing Nov. 8-14 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre. Grace Pudel is a lonely misfit with an affinity for collecting ornamental snails and an intense love for books. At a young age, when Grace is separated from her twin brother Gilbert, she falls into a spiral of anxiety and angst. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ehc8cc7g31I Despite a continued series of hardships, inspiration and hope emerge when she strikes up an enduring friendship with an elderly eccentric woman named Pinky, who is full of grit…
Arizona News – On October 18 Prescott National Forest Supervisor Sarah Clawson signed the Decision Notice authorizing the equal value exchange of lands currently owned by the Yavapai Apache Nation for parcels on National Forest lands. In celebration of this historic occasion, the Yavapai-Apache Nation will host a signing ceremony on November 4 beginning at 10 a.m at the Nation’s Tunlii Community Center, located at 1520 E. Cherry Creek Rd., Camp Verde, Arizona. The project includes exchange to the United States of approximately 4,782 acres of inholdings within the National Forest System, owned by the Yavapai-Apache Nation. These six parcels…
… a terrific day today and thanks to everyone who came out for my show at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theater this afternoon and hope you enjoyed it as much as I did … next show will be in the Mary D. Fisher Theater next September of October. On November 16th Michele Losee, PhD will be doing a show in the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theater celebrating World Falconry Day. She will have five birds with her and you will learn about the history and development of the sport of falconry … it will be a great opportunity for you to learn more about these…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to join theaters around the world for a global theatrical premiere event: “Andrea Bocelli 30: The Celebration”, showing Nov. 8-14 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oDvpk3n2alM A breathtaking natural amphitheater in Tuscany, Italy, bursts to life with enchanting melodies as world-renowned Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli honors his 30th anniversary with a three-day concert event in his hometown. Journey to the Teatro del Silenzio (Theater of Silence), Lajatico, where once-in-a-lifetime performances showcase the Maestro’s extensive and beloved repertoire, alongside captivating duets with an unprecedented cast of global superstars, including Ed Sheeran,…
By Courtney Comstock Executive Assistant – Recorder Michelle M. Burchill Yavapai County News – Skip the long lines on Election Day! This is the last week to vote early in-person. Early voting is available Monday, October 28 through Friday, November 1 at the following locations: Yavapai County Recorder’s Office – 1015 Fair St., Prescott, M – F 8am – 5pm Prescott Valley across from library entrance – 7351 E Skoog Blvd, Prescott Valley, M – F 9am – 4pm Yavapai County Recorder’s Office – 10 S. 6th St., Cottonwood, M– F 8am – 5pm All locations will be open until…
Arizona News – Fire managers with the Coconino National Forest are currently monitoring a lightning-caused wildfire that was reported the morning of October 25 approximately 11 miles south of Flagstaff on the west side of Interstate 17 near the Newman Park exit. The Smith Fire is currently 55 acres within the burn scar of the Scott Fire of 2023 and moving at a low rate of spread with no structures threatened. Fire managers are considering this wildfire as a candidate to manage for forest health but waiting to see what the next couple of days brings in precipitation. If the Smith Fire…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “Luther: Never Too Much”, showing Nov. 8-14 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon and Mary D. Fisher Theatres. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W2DzYSv9a-k “Luther: Never Too Much” chronicles the story of vocal virtuoso Luther Vandross. Using a wealth of rarely seen archives, Luther tells his own story with assistance from his closest friends and musical collaborators including Mariah Carey, Dionne Warwick, Valerie Simpson and Roberta Flack. The film relives the many stunning moments of Luther’s musical career, while exploring his personal life, health struggles, and a lifelong battle to…
By David Stephen Although all functions can be automatically controlled, to some extent, there are still several functions that can be controlled by the human mind. This makes it possible to navigate the world within intent—vital for survival. This indicates that while non-intent appears to sprawl, intentionality still holds considerable possibility. Speech can be controlled–by pitch and by content, motor functions, and several thoughts can be controlled. If everything that can be controlled is assumed to be free will, what makes control or intentionality sometimes fail in some situations? There are cases where functions can be [say] taken over automatically…