By Tommy Acosta Sedona AZ (September 22, 2021) – The first thought that came to me when watching the second tower go down on 911 was “Those who profit from destruction and mayhem, now have their perfect excuse to go to war.” I felt terrible for the thousands who lost their lives in the rubble but even sadder for the tens of thousands who would lose their lives, homes, and livelihoods in the coming Mideast wars.
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By Ted Grussing … and this elegant Snowy Egret is taking to flight after a powerful leap uncoiling his powerful legs and coupled with a powerful stroke of his wings and he is airborne rising above his reflection in the early morning waters of the lake.
Sedona AZ News — World renown flamenco guitarist Esteban will grace the Sound Grill Celebrity Show Room stage Saturday, October 2 from 7 to 9 p.m. He performs with his violinist daughter Theresa Joy and a four-piece band. Together they weave a beautiful tapestry of instrumental classics that take you on a musical trip through some of the most beautiful songs ever written. Watching him and his band play is a hypnotic experience as he journeys through the classical world of classical guitar-themed music. Esteban began playing the guitar at the age of ten and studied under famed classical guitarist…
By Merilee Fowler, Executive Director, MATFORCE Sedona AZ news — MATFORCE, is a Prescott Valley 501 C3, focuses on drug abuse prevention in Yavapai County, Arizona, and in implementing drug abuse coalitions statewide. Their mission statement is, “With determination and integrity, we, the citizens of Yavapai County, commit to working in partnership to build healthier communities by striving to eliminate substance abuse and its effects.” What are the drug trends in Yavapai County as respects adult use? Illicit fentanyl is the #1 killer, with methamphetamine being #2. Overdose deaths are on the rise in our county. In 2017, there were 40…
Sedona News, AZ — On Friday, October 1 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. the gifted and talented singer/songwriter Jerry McFarland will be featured at Bella Vita Ristorante in Sedona. McFarland is consummate and life-long professional musician with many years of entertainment under his belt, bringing energy and passion to the stage each and every time he performs His guitar playing is excellent, blending perfectly with his rich and engaging voice. Taking requests for songs dating back from the 40s to now he engages the audience and gets people singing along to tunes everyone remembers. On Saturday, October 2 from 6:30…
Cottonwood AZ (September 21, 2021) – The Old Town Center for the Arts is pleased to present the incomparable Celtic Indian Arvel Bird on October 2nd at 7:00 PM. Arvel Bird, named by the prestigious Cowboy and Indian Magazine, as one of the top 4 favorite Native American Musicians, along with Buffy St. Marie and R. Carlos Nakai, is a violinist, flutist and composer who brings to life the dramatic connection between Native American and Celtic traditions, stirring up scenes that echo from North American memory.
Film kicks off the Men of Hollywood series at Mary D. Fisher Theatre Sedona AZ (September 21, 2021) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present “Paul Newman, Behind Blue Eyes” on Tuesday, Sept. 28 at 4 and 7 p.m. at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. “Paul Newman, Behind Blue Eyes” is the first film in an eight-week tribute to “Men in Hollywood” series featuring a different male celebrity each week.
Sedona AZ (September 21, 2021) – The sale is back after taking off last year due to COVID and ready to kick off the fall with the 7th Annual “Fabulous Fiber Sale 2021” presented by the Verde Valley Weavers & Spinners Guild. This much sought after sale offers everyone an opportunity to purchase beautiful one-of-a-kind fiber art creations of handwoven, handmade fiber art made by its members. Looking for a gift for someone special or for yourself, this is the place to be! The sale will be at the Sedona United Methodist Church located at 110 Indian Cliffs Rd. and Highway…
Prescott AZ (September 21, 2021) – Where does water for the Quad Cities come from, how is this limited resource managed and how do housing development and climate change impact our water future? The Citizens Water Advocacy Group (CWAG) invites members of the community to bring their questions about water to a Zoom Webinar on Saturday, Oct. 9, from 10am-noon, where a panel of CWAG scientists will provide science-based answers and address some common misconceptions. The Zoom registration link is posted in the “Next Meeting” section at www.cwagaz.org .
By Ted Grussing … even though these blooms as captured are well beyond their prime and today are long gone and returned to the soil from which they grew, the beauty that they brought into this world continues today and into the future … humans can do the same, so smile and share the beauty that is you. The bloom above is an Echinacea that I shot on a stormy day at Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff and it was pouring forth the last of its beauty before it returned to the soil … the arrangement below was a gift to…
Sedona AZ (September 20, 2021) – On Saturday, Sept. 25, Anthony Mazzella’s “Legends of Guitar” concert will be rocking the Mary Fisher Theatre in Sedona. Anthony has added new songs to his repertoire so be sure to come hear his latest interpretations of guitar classics. “Legends of Guitar” is a tribute show to famous guitar players and their music. The show features world renowned guitar virtuoso Anthony Mazzella who plays it all live. Legendary guitarists whose music is featured in the show are Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Carlos Santana, Jimi Page (Led Zeppelin), The Edge (U2), Pete Townsend (The Who),…
Sedona AZ (September 20, 2021) – The calendar might say fall, but at Rowe Fine Art Gallery, it’s hot, hot, hot. On Friday, October 1, from 4 to 7 p.m., join sculptor and patina artist Erik Petersen as he demonstrates bronze finishing work outside Rowe Fine Art Gallery during Out of the Furnace, Into the Fire.
Prescott AZ (September 20, 2021) – S.E.E.4VETS, a veterans advocacy group, has established a promising new foothold for transitioning military service members in Yavapai County. The Scottsdale-based organization has created the S.E.E.4VETS Veteran Legacy Endowment with the Yavapai College Foundation. The $20,000 endowed scholarship program will provide funding support for qualified U.S. military veterans seeking to continue their education at Yavapai College.
Sedona AZ (September 5, 2021) – The Arizona Department of Transportation is advising motorists to plan for delays due to daytime lane restrictions on State Route 89A between Sedona and Flagstaff starting Tuesday, Sept. 7. Drivers should slow down, proceed through the work zones with caution, and watch for construction personnel and equipment.
Sedona AZ (September 5, 2021) – Patriot Day occurs on September 11 of each year in memory of the people killed in the September 11 attacks of the year 2001. In remembrance of this 20th anniversary SAVCO and Kiwanis volunteers will once again be walking the street of Sedona proudly posting the American flag along 89a on Thursday morning September 9th and retiring the flags on the morning of September 13th. These energetic and patriotic volunteers could not complete this task without the organization skills of Kathryn Stillman nor the generous donation of ATVs provided by Sedona ATV Rental. Interested…