Prescott AZ (September 25, 2018) – Why are freshwater ecosystems so important, how are they threatened and what can we do to protect them? Questions and answers about a new state-level legislative proposal to secure the viability of Arizona’s rivers, streams and springs will be addressed at a citizen-organized public hearing presented by the Citizens Water Advocacy Group (CWAG) and partner organizations on Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018, 10 a.m. – noon at the Granite Peak Unitarian Universalist Congregation building, 882 Sunset Ave., Prescott.
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Phoenix AZ (September 25, 2018) – The Arizona Community Foundation partnered with Rodel Foundation of Arizona and the Ellis Center for Educational Excellence to commission a new report that shares the facts about public education funding in Arizona. The report Arizona State Funding Project: Addressing the Teacher Labor Market Challenge was conducted by Education Resource Strategies (ERS). ERS is a national nonprofit that collaborates with district, school, and state leaders to transform how they use resources so that every school prepares every child fortomorrow.
Sedona AZ (September 25, 2018) – Join Sedona’s Top Ten Billboard charting New Age Artist Michael Kollwitz and his Chapman Stick along with folk/jazz fan favorite artists Jo B. & Walton from Prescott for a special two-set Music in the House show at the Sedona Hub, Friday, October 12th. These wonderful musicians have a great collection of original and cover tunes for your listening pleasure. Tickets are $10 at the door. The show starts at 7pm, and doors open at 6:30 p.m. with the concert running from 7 to 9pm.
Sedona AZ (September 25, 2018) – Veterans and families of veterans residing in Sedona who wish to have names of loved ones inscribed on the granite walls of the Sedona Military Service Park should apply by Oct. 18.
By Ted Grussing…seems like a reasonable caption for this little girl as she approaches Kathy for another treat … last year Kathy had grey squirrels and a black squirrel; this year the black squirrel has vanished and this little albino has taken her place. I got a bunch of shots, but no chance to sort through them yet. My SWA flight landed in Minneapolis around 4PM and a stop to see Kathy and Brian on the way to the hotel. She lives about a half mile from where Corky and I lived before our move to California in 1967 … funny how…
Great Stage on Screen series from London Theaters debuts at Fisher TheatreSedona AZ (September 24, 2018) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Great Stage on Screen series from London’s most prestigious theater companies. The series continues with “Elaine Stritch at Liberty” showing in Sedona on Sunday, Sept. 30 at 1 p.m. on screen at the festival’s Mary D. Fisher Theatre.Great Stage on Screen is a compilation of past performances filmed on the stages of the National Theatre of London, the Royal Shakespeare Company, Broadway and London’s West End and features some of the world’s biggest stars.
Sedona AZ (September 24, 2018) – WagFest & Fair is the perfect day out for dogs and their two-legged friends on Saturday, Sept. 29, from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Posse Grounds Pavilion, 525 Posse Ground Rd. This canine resource event will feature everything dogs.There will be free activities for you and your pet. The day will start with a welcome address and parade where you can showcase your loveable pooch. Stop, shop and learn at booths hosted by the area’s best dog-related product and service providers; there will be also be a play/agility zone and cooling station, free nail clipping provided by…
Sedona AZ (September 24, 2018) – Here is your chance to purchase handwoven, handmade fiber art made by members of the Verde Valley Weavers & Spinners Guild who are presenting their 4th annual “Fabulous Fiber Sale 2018” this October. A wide variety of one-of-a-kind fiber art creations will be offered in the sale at the Sedona United Methodist Church located at 110 Indian Cliffs Rd. and Highway 179.
Sedona AZ (September 24, 2018) – The 14th Annual RunSedona event (formally the Sedona Marathon Event) is taking place on February 2, 2019. Gather your family and friends to start your year off with fitness goals on a course that you will never forget. Register before September 30 to save with Early Bird Pricing!
By Melanie LeeAuthor, “A Year In Sedona~Meeting The Muse At Wisdom’s Edge”(September 24, 2018)It must be troubling for the god who loves you To ponder how much happier you’d be today Had you been able to glimpse your many futures. — Carl Dennis, The God Who Loves YouMy birthday is on the horizon (seventh decade!) and the days of spring chickenhood are long gone. I’m celebrating a little early by taking an innovative sabbatical week, devoted to reading again poems from books I love. Like selections from a previous birthday gift book, Practical Gods, the Pulitzer Prize winning volume of poems by…
Sedona AZ (September 23, 2018) – Filmgoers in Sedona will unite with audiences in over 300 cities spanning six continents to view and judge the work of the next generation of filmmakers from around the world when the 21st Annual Manhattan Short Film Festival screens at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre, Sept. 28-Oct. 4, hosted by the Sedona International Film Festival.Manhattan Short is the only event of its kind. The nine finalists are screened simultaneously across the world during a one-week period, with the Best Film and Best Actor awards determined by ballots cast by the audiences in each participating cinema.
Suspect gains ownership of real estate worth millions through Fraud SchemesPrescott AZ (September 23, 2018) – On September 13, 2018, YCSO detectives were contacted by the Paradise Valley Police Department for assistance in a real estate fraud case involving a location in the 16,000 block of S Cordes Lakes Drive, Cordes Lakes. Paradise Valley detectives were investigating a complaint from an elderly victim who stated someone forged documents showing she had signed over her property to a person in Indiana. The deed had been filed with Maricopa County as a legal document. It was later learned the notary signature was…
Sedona AZ (September 23, 2018) – Red Rose Inspiration For Animals has 4 additional Art Shows this fall season that take place exclusively at the Olde Sedona Bar and Grill and Redrock Precision Motors at 1405 West Hwy 89A in West Sedona. The shows are not affiliated with any other events in town and benefit animal welfare through their organization.Red Rose is proud to represent some of the most fabulous and talented artist this fall at the only outdoor art shows on 89A in West Sedona. Red Rose has been promoting shows since 2009 and all proceeds benefit animal welfare through…
Sedona AZ (September 23, 2018) – The city’s Coffee Pot drainage basin improvements project continues to move forward, on schedule and on budget.Tiffany Construction Company, in conjunction with Arizona Water Company, UniSource Energy Services and the city will complete utility relocation work within the coming weeks for the Little Elf portion of the project, which is in the fourth and final phase.
Puppies that will become guide dogs take center stage in film at Fisher TheatreSedona AZ (September 21, 2018) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of the acclaimed and heartwarming new documentary “Pick of the Litter” Sept. 28-Oct. 4 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre.Meet Patriot, Potomac, Primrose, Poppet, and Phil — five spirited puppies who, from the moment they’re born, begin an incredible journey to become guide dogs for the blind. “Pick of the Litter” follows them as they begin their quest.