By Ted Grussing… apples in Filoli this year and if the number of blooms means anything there will be a lot of apples. I really got lucky on this trip to Filoli with sun two days in a row and the daffodils and tulips were prime to just past prime … the apple blooms were definitely prime!
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Clarkdale AZ (March 19, 2019) – The Clarkdale Historical Society’s First Fridays “In their own words” is pleased to host Larry Jackson, Sr. for the next living history presentation on April 5, 10:00am at the Yavapai-Apache Learning Center in Clarkdale. Jackson currently serves as the Vice-Chairman of the Executive Branch of governance for the Yavapai-Apache Nation. He is part of the Tribal Council elected to his position by Tribal members. He will share his stories and experiences of growing up, living and serving his tribal communities in Clalrkdale and the Verde Valley.The Yavapai-Apache Nation (YAN) is made up of two…
Women adventure film shorts featured in world-wide festival making Sedona stopSedona AZ (March 19, 2019) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to join theaters around the world for a special premiere of “No Man’s Land Film Festival” on Thursday, March 28 at 4 and 7 p.m. at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre.Kicking off their fourth year of operations, “No Man’s Land Film Festival” is breaking down national and international borders with their 2019 tour — aimed to become an international voice for women in adventure, sport and film.
Camp Verde AZ (March 19, 2019) – Camp Verde Community Library is hosting free health screenings Wednesday, March 27th between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm in the Terracotta Room. These non-fasting screenings for cholesterol, diabetes and blood pressure are sponsored by Northern Arizona Healthcare (NAH) and Verde Valley Medical Centers.
Jerome AZ (March 19, 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 never before shown gems in the mile-high town, some major renovations and some yet to be announced surprises.Two of this year’s homes have undergone extensive renovations and have become showcases of beautiful and thoughtful change. The Emma Rose House on Hull Road was built in 1918 and is sure to delight anyone who can appreciate the…
Sedona AZ (March 19, 2019) – The University Women of Sedona will hold their April 1 meeting at Christ Lutheran Church, 25 Chapel Road, Sedona, featuring speaker Kate Hawkes, co-founder and Producing Artistic Director of Red Earth Theatre, based in Sedona.
By Ted GrussingI just got home a little while ago as my flight was delayed and I stopped at the In n Out Burger place off Carefree highway on the way home … mostly the flight delay I think. I spent three wonderful days with Sus, Ted and Annika in the Bay area including two days at Filoli plus some time this afternoon in the Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden in Palo Alto, California. She was the granddaughter of the co-founder of Proctor & Gamble. Beautiful garden and story at: https://www.gamblegarden.org/our-story/mission-and-history/ . Highly recommend this garden and its several acres of beautiful flowers.
‘The Rise of the Black Wolf, ‘White Wolf: Canyon Pack’ and ‘Killing Games: Wildlife in the Crosshairs’Filmmakers and special guests will be in Sedona to host film screenings and Q&As at Fisher Theatre; meet the rescued wolf dogs in a special presentation.Sedona AZ (March 18, 2019) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present three films in celebration of Sedona Wolf Week on Tuesday and Wednesday, March 26 and 27 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. The event will include the Sedona premieres of “The Rise of the Black Wolf”, “White Wolf: Canyon Pack” and “Killing Games: Wildlife…
Master dressmaker, Debra Somontes teaches her love of stitching to teensCamp Verde AZ (March 19, 2019) – Beginning Friday, March 29 @2:00 p Debra Somontes will teach the use of hand embroidery to embellish a t-shirt, bag, jeans, skirt, pillow, and more. Teens and/or their parents interested in creating unique pieces, meet in the Teen Library at Camp Verde Community Library for this hands-on class.Master dressmaker, Debra Somontes’ love of stitching began at the young age of five when her grandmother taught her to stitch, sew and crochet. She enjoys sharing her passion for handiwork with others stating, “If you…
Sedona AZ (March 18, 2019) – Dr. Rick Malter, dubbed “Magnesium Man” by friends and colleagues, will discuss the profound effect that intense stress has on mental health and psychological functioning at Mental Health Monday hosted by the Mental Health Coalition Verde Valley in partnership with OLLI on March 25 10:00-11:30AM at Yavapai College, 4215 Arts Village Dr. in Sedona.
Sedona AZ (March 18, 2019) – Red RockAppella, a Sweet Adelines chorus, is a dynamic presence in the Sedona area, performing frequently at community events. Any woman in Sedona and the Verde Valley who enjoys singing and music, fun and friendship is always welcome to visit any rehearsal and sing with Red RockAppella. We rehearse every Monday evening at the Sedona Elks Lodge 110 Airport Rd in West Sedona from 6:30-9:00pm. We welcome our newest member, Julia Trainor, as a tenor, and we are happy to have visitors for our rehearsals. Come check out the rich barbershop harmonies! For more…
Sedona AZ (March 17, 2019) – Red Rose Inspiration For Animals is a local 501c3 nonprofit that supports animal welfare and has been promoting Art Shows in West Sedona since 2009. The Art Shows help the non-profit generate revenue for the various long term existing animal related programs, future rehabilitation center as well as potential veterinary spay and neuter clinic. In 2014 the vision for the Red Rose Thriftique a unique thrift store and artist boutique originated from the art shows. Wanting to provide an upscale, unique, quality, inexpensive, one of a kind shopping experience for visitors as well as locals…
Featuring Bresnan Unplugged, Hans Olson, and Blues Fest Founder Joe Neri Cottonwood AZ (March 15, 2019) – On Saturday, March 23, 2019 at 7:00 P.M., the 9th Annual Old Town Blues Fest will feature Bresnan Unplugged as the headliner act, along with Hans Olson on the opening set. The night will also feature a special guest appearance from Joe Neri, past Director for eight years and Founder of the Blues Fest. This year’s Blues Fest will present a rootsy touch to the blues tradition, featuring “old-timey,” folk, and jazz standards. Dan Bresnan, leader of Bresnan Unplugged, is also this year’s…
By James Bishop, Jr. (March 15, 2019)Poetry, the elder sister of all arts and parent of most–CongreveSpring is breaking out here, there and everywhere. Birds are arriving, daffodils are breaking ground and something else is returning too: The Poetry and Prose Project based in The Sedona Public Library, now in its ninth year, is offering poems, authors, singers, plays, and in short offering confirmation that Sedona, despite great changes, remains a town animated by the artsWho is behind all this? According to Gary Every, author, naturist, hiker, scholar, teacher, “I don’t have a title, it’s the audiences. We have succeeded…
Royal Ballet production from London debuts on the big screen at Fisher TheatreSedona AZ (March 15, 2019) – The Sedona International Film Festival presents Ballet in Cinema on Sunday, March 24 when it hosts the big screen premiere of “Don Quixote” from the Royal Ballet in London. There will be one show at 3:00 p.m. at the festival’s Mary D. Fisher Theatre. Love and friendship triumph in Carlos Acosta’s vibrant production of the dazzling ballet “Don Quixote”. Cervantes’s story of the bumbling knight has inspired countless artistic interpretations.