Sedona AZ (April 24, 2019) – The Sedona Historical Society and Sedona Heritage Museum recently held their annual volunteer appreciation party and recognized several volunteers for special service and accomplishments.Sheila Wymore was honored with the “President’s Award” for her 15 years and long-time service as Treasurer. Michael Haboush was recognized as “Volunteer of the Year” for his volunteering as a docent and whenever called on to cover extra shifts.
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Cottonwood AZ (April 24, 2019) – Do you have a friend or loved one who is incarcerated and soon to be released? Are you wondering about the excitement, fears and challenges that individuals and families face when someone they care about is transitioning from prison to the community? If so, you are invited to a free presentation called ‘From Inmate to Citizen’ being presented by MATFORCE’s Yavapai Reentry Project.
Winning entries will appear on overhead signs statewidePhoenix AZ (April 24, 2019) – It’s back.For the third time, the Arizona Department of Transportation is holding its Safety Message Contest, giving you the chance to see your punny, witty, snarky or serious safety slogans on overhead signs, encouraging drivers to make better decisions behind the wheel.Messages can be submitted at azdot.gov/signcontest through Monday, April 29. In the past two contests, ADOT received a combined 9,000 entries.
Sedona AZ (April 23, 2019) – Motorists who use State Route 179 between Sedona and Interstate 17, through the Village of Oak Creek, should expect long delays in both directions of travel starting Monday, May 13, because of pavement-preservation work. Pavement work is scheduled to occur during daylight hours over five days between the Red Rock Ranger Station and the Chapel Road roundabout.
By Ted Grussing… of white. This is one of my all time favorite shots and features a grouping of white tulips at Filoli Gardens. I have been there during tulip seasons since then and have yet to see a shot like this again. It was the perfect setting and the backlighting was superb. I have sold this image in all sizes, on paper, metal and canvas and it always looks the same … perfection. I did a rework of this for 5 x7 printing on the new line of greeting cards I am coming out with soon. The cards are…
Jerome AZ (April 23, 2019) – The Jerome Chamber of Commerce is preparing its yearly exploration of the back streets of this historic mining town with the 54th Annual Home and Building Tour. Save the dates of May 18 – 19, 2019 for a look at some totally renovated gems in the mile-high town.This year’s tour will include The Radio House, owned by Gussie and Harry Mader and built in 1919. The Maders were ham radio operators and there are artifacts from this hobby imbedded in the walls of this charming miners shack. Visitors are in for a real look back…
Sedona AZ (April 23, 2019) – Dr. Lisa B. Rhine, new President of Yavapai College, will speak about how she will deal with the challenge of overseeing a college with multiple campuses, located far apart in varied communities. She will also comment on YC’s role in supporting non-traditional lifelong learning offerings, particularly not-for-credit, member-run programs aimed at older community members, like OLLI. Come to OLLI’s Lunch and Learn, an enjoyable, informative, free weekly community event held on Wednesday, May 1, from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. in room 34 of Yavapai College’s Sedona Center (on Cultural Park Place, across Rt. 89A from…
By Jeanie Carroll, Sedona Resident(April 23, 2019)After typing this I realize it’s long. But I’ve kept silent for 27 years. It doesn’t matter what term Steve Segner coins for the good-intentioned “shaking up” of the issues that we can rely on Donna Varney for in the current political issues of Sedona. You go, girl!As much as I was a proponent of Vacation Rentals while in Real Estate 25 years ago in Sedona, as the teacher I became after that, I see the devastation to the student population in our schools and the need for LONG-term AFFORDABLE housing for families, teachers…
By Ted Grussing… I checked out the lakes up on the plateau while flying last Friday and there is a lot of water in all of them. I was especially pleased to see so much water in Stoneman Lake and attached is a photo I took of it. Stoneman lake can be accessed from I-17 north of the Sedona exit and it is well marked and good road all the way into it. I was told that Lower Lake Mary is being stocked with fish and given that it is normally nearly dry there must be some confidence that it will…
Sedona AZ (April 22, 2019) – The Sedona Tour Stop of 2019 will be held in Sedona, Arizona May 2-4, 2019. A collection of equine feature films and documentaries from the EQUUS Film Festival in New York City will be screened.The focus this year will be on the SPOTLIGHT Rescue Series documentary “Hold Your Horses: The Limit Of The Law”. The documentary is a follow up to the continuing story of the mistreatment of the Havasupai Horses and the ongoing efforts to bring an end to their abusive treatment. SAVe Havasupai Horses founder Susan Ash and Arizona cinematographer Rob White…
Sedona AZ (April 22, 2019) – OLLI (Osher Lifelong Learning Institute) Lunch & Learn – Keith Allred, Executive Director, National Institute for Civil Discourse (NICD). Learn how the NICD, established after the tragic Tucson shooting that killed six people and wounded former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, now works nationwide to encourage elected officials to collaborate more, media to inform citizens accurately, and the public to engage more with their government. Come to OLLI’s Lunch and Learn, an enjoyable, informative, free weekly community event held on Wednesday, April 24, from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. in room 34 of Yavapai College’s Sedona Center…
Sedona AZ (April 22, 2019) – Piano on the Rocks International Festival was created on the initiative of Duo MusicAleph by pianist Sandrine Erdely-Sayo and narrator Elizabeth Peña, who share a common passion for music, literature, poetry, and for the magical city of Sedona. This festival brings renowned international artists and competition winners to the city of light.
By Ted Grussing… to wish you a Happy Easter and a Happy Passover.
Sedona Film Festival hosts big-screen debut of new production at Fisher TheatreSedona AZ (April 19, 2019) – The National Theatre of London continues its season with its acclaimed new production of “All About Eve” showing in Sedona on Sunday, April 28 at 4 p.m. The Sedona International Film Festival hosts the big screen premiere at its Mary D. Fisher Theatre.Gillian Anderson and Lily James lead in “All About Eve”, broadcast live to cinemas from the West End in London.
Sedona AZ (April 19, 2019) – Make a difference in your life and the lives of others by becoming a volunteer with Verde Valley Caregivers Coalition. We invite you to attend the following information session to learn how you can help older adults in need: Sedona Public Library, April 23, 1:30 to 3 p.m., 3250 White Bear Rd., Sedona, AZ 86336.Volunteers are especially needed to drive older adults to medical appointments and grocery shopping, install Guardian Angel medical alert units, make friendly visits, provide respite assistance, handy person help, and more. You decide when and how often you can volunteer.…