Mary D. Fisher Theatre joins theaters around the world for special one night eventSedona AZ (August 13, 2019) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to join theaters around the world to present a one-night only world premiere of the “Rush: Cinema Strangiato” on Wednesday, Aug. 21 at 7 p.m. at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre.The Holy Trinity of Rock returns to the big screen on Wednesday, Aug. 21, when the first “Annual Exercise in Fan Indulgence” Cinema Strangiato brings Rush fans together in movie theatres worldwide.
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Sedona AZ (August 13, 2019) – The Sedona Heritage Museum announces to artisans and crafters that their Annual Fall Arts & Crafts Fair is now open for registration. Scheduled for Saturday, October 19 from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. at the Museum, the show focuses on local and regional artists and craftspeople, and only original handmade items are allowed.
By Ted Grussing… this Black Hawk has his wings fully extended, max glide ratio and closing in on an unsuspecting target … food for the day soon to be added to his shopping cart. Nature is funny that way, you provide for your own needs or … problems await. Black Hawks are one of my favorite winged creatures as they are large and quite beautiful to see as they soar.
Encore of lecture series featuring Beatles historian Scott Freiman at Mary D. Fisher TheatreSedona AZ (August 12, 2019) – Sedona International Film Festival is proud to be the official host of the “Deconstructing the Beatles” series, joining hundreds of theatres around the country for this special event. “Deconstructing The Beatles: The White Album” will show in Sedona on Monday, Aug. 19 at 7 p.m. at the festival’s Mary D. Fisher Theatre.In “Deconstructing The Beatles: The White Album”, composer/producer Scott Freiman takes Beatles fans young and old into the studio with The Beatles as they create their bestselling album, The Beatles…
Sedona AZ (August 12, 2019) – The Verde Valley Sanctuary offers a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive environment for survivors of any form of violence and/ or trauma in their lifetime. These sessions, “Time to Talk”, are the ideal setting for individuals to talk about their common experiences and learn coping skills.
Sedona AZ (August 12, 2019) – The Arizona Community Foundation and its donors are pleased to announce grant and scholarship distributions for the first quarter of its fiscal year. Between April 1 and June 30, 2019, a total of $14,442,732 was awarded from funds of the Arizona Community Foundation and its six statewide Affiliates in Cochise, Flagstaff, the Gila Valley, Sedona, Yavapai County, and Yuma.
Celebrate 99 years of women having the right to vote with special screeningSedona AZ (August 10, 2019) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to partner with the League of Women Voters Greater Verde Valley to present the Northern Arizona premiere of the powerful and inspiring documentary “The Empowerment Project” Sunday, Aug. 18 at 7 p.m. at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. The film screening will be followed by a community discussion.In honor and celebration of 99 years of women having the right to vote, tickets for the film are only $9 each.
Calls for ‘rescued’ animals mount as public is reminded to leave baby wildlife alone Phoenix AZ (August 10, 2019) – The Arizona Game and Fish Department placed an orphaned three-week old deer fawn with Bearizona on Thursday after its mother was recently struck and killed by a vehicle in the Safford area.Since the accident, the impressionable young white-tailed deer fawn became dependent on humans for survival and could no longer be released back into the wild. Luckily, the department was able to place the fawn with the 160-acre Bearizona wildlife park in Williams.
Drivers should use caution and allow extra travel timeCamp Verde AZ (August 9, 2019) – The Arizona Department of Transportation advises drivers to plan for daytime lane closures on westbound State Route 260 at the Thousand Trials roundabout (milepost 211) while crews remove and replace concrete curb.The work is scheduled to occur from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, Aug. 12, Tuesday, Aug. 13, and Wednesday, Aug. 14.
Award-winning film fest comedy returns Fisher Theatre by popular demandSedona AZ (August 9, 2019) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona encore of the award-winning comedy “Ode to Joy” Aug. 16-20 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre.“Ode to Joy” debuted to rave audience reviews at the recent Sedona International Film Festival — where it won the Directors’ Choice Award for Feature Comedy — and is returning to Sedona by popular demand.
Phoenix AZ (August 9, 2019) – The Arizona Community Foundation received official notification from Michael Thatcher, President and CEO of Charity Navigator, that ACF has been awarded the coveted 4-star rating for the ninth consecutive year. This is the highest possible rating given by Charity Navigator and validates that ACF adheres to sector best practices and executes its mission in a financially efficient way.
By Virginia Volkman, Library DirectorSedona AZ (August 7, 2019) – If you’re looking for something fun to do that won’t strain your budget, check out a Culture Pass from Sedona Public Library.In order to take advantage of the Culture Pass program you’ll need to have a library card. Passes are available on a first-come, first-served basis, with a limit of one pass per cardholder at a time. On our website you’ll find a link to the website for each participating institution.
By Ted Grussing… is brought home at the Anderson Mesa campus of Lowell Observatory through the work of the Navy Precision Optical Interferometer on the campus. Utilizing six optical telescopes tens of meters apart from each other and software to coordinate things the interferometer is capable of definition not even the largest of single mirror telescopes can achieve. The net effect is that of a mirror hundreds of meters in diameter. The project has been developing and ongoing since 1989 and continues today. It is one of the most important sites in exploration and mapping. Learn more about the site…
An unflinching look at the legendary reporter that redefined American broadcastersSedona AZ (August 8, 2019) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of the critically-acclaimed new documentary “Mike Wallace Is Here” Aug. 16-21 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre.“Mike Wallace Is Here” offers an unflinching look at the legendary reporter, who interrogated the 20th century’s biggest figures in his over fifty years on air, and his aggressive reporting style and showmanship that redefined what America came to expect from broadcasters.
Sedona AZ (August 8, 2019) – With a vast catalog of music that ranges from covers to original songs, Jeordie and the Mixology combine an Americana style creating a fun, exciting, foot tapping crossover band. The band comprised of a well seasoned group of musicians will be performing at Sound Bites Grill on Saturday August 10th from 7-10 p.m.You will enjoy upbeat and positive pop to introspective indie, new and traditional country, rock and blues. This band can do it all! Jeordie and her musical sidemen have been performing together for the past 10 years throughout the greater Southwest at venues…