By Elizabeth Cate, Collection Development LibrarianSedona AZ (August 24, 2018) – The Library’s reference and IT staff will be offering an exciting new lineup of technology classes in the fall. Topics include basic computer skills, Microsoft Word, file management, library databases, and cyber security. Classes are free and open to the public. Space is limited, and registration is required for each class.Classes will be taught on the Library’s Windows 10 computers, featuring Microsoft Office 2013. Some classes are designed for absolute beginners, while others are appropriate for computer users with intermediate skills.
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By Ted Grussing… this is a portrait of a Cormorant that I took at Watson Lake, last year; they are an amazingly beautiful creature and this one was standing on a rock out in the lake and far from shore … the eyes are simply beautiful.
By Henry Twombly(August 23, 2018)I am outraged by SRRN’s most recent editorial (8/22/18) and its article “News polls Sedona voters.” Once again the SRRN shows its true colors as a propaganda mouthpiece for the powers that be that seeks to manipulate public opinion. And again right before an election, it stoops so low one has to wonder about the paper’s objectivity and integrity. In the last election (2014) right before the vote, the SRRN editorial lambasted Cliff Hamilton with its version of fake news about him. The timing was such as to give Cliff no chance to respond to its…
By Ted Grussing… few things are able to evoke the peace and tranquility that being out on quiet water can do … the beauty of sky, shorelines and reflections in the water … and no one else around to break the spell. I took this shot last August and I’m anxious to get back out there and just drift and absorb the beauty.
Sedona AZ (August 22, 2018) – The Verde Valley Sanctuary is pleased to announce expanded support groups throughout the Verde Valley. Beginning September 1st, Verde Valley Sanctuary Victim Advocates will conduct three “Time to Talk” Group Therapy Sessions. in Cottonwood and Sedona every week. Please note the previously scheduled group on Tuesdays in Camp Verde at the Library has been cancelled.
And You’re invited!Camp Verde AZ (August 22, 2018) – Verde Brewing Company is celebrating one year at their Tap Room right off the Hwy 260 and I-17 Interchange on Industrial drive in Camp Verde in September. They will be hosting an anniversary party on Saturday, September 1st from 11am to 9pm, and everyone is invited to join in on the fun.
Sedona AZ (August 22, 2018) – “Monday at the Museum” will feature Prickly Pear Jelly Making on Sept. 3 at 11:00 a.m. Kathie Hamblen will instruct participants and share her secret for dealing with those pesky cactus spines. All will go home with a jar of colorful jelly. Bring an apron, unless you don’t mind pretty magenta spots on your clothes! This is a very popular class and limited to eight people, so sign up early. The cost is $7 and RSVP is requested.
Sedona AZ (August 22, 2018) – The pavilion at Barbara Antonsen Park will be the site of four free community concerts October through November, all featuring talented local musicians.
By James Bishop, Jr.(August 20, 2018)Is Montezuma Castle Safe?What about the Verde Valley?Do not let selfish men or greedy interests skin your country of its beauty, its riches, or its romance.– Theodore RooseveltIn 1907, in a message to Congress, archconservative Teddy Roosevelt issued this dictum: “To waste, to destroy, our natural sources, to skin, and exhaust the land …will result in undermining in the days of our children the very prosperity which we ought to hand down to them amplified.”Despite hellish pressure from influential oil, copper and asbestos interests that fought and often-blocked legislation Roosevelt needed, he still became a…
By Ted Grussing… going through photos for the book today I came on a shot of the SF Peaks I took last year which is one of my all time favorite shots of them. I copied it into the book folder and tonight I started imagining the peaks as glowing brilliantly against a dark sky and set out to spend sometime creating what I envisaged … and this is the result and I like it. I love mountain flying and sometimes wish we had more high peaks in the range like when I used to fly the Rockies in Colorado, the mountains…
By Ted Grussing… I have no idea what this guy is talking about or trying to demonstrate … I really don’t!
Sedona AZ (August 20, 2018) – Take advantage of fall classes at the Sedona Community Pool. The pool, located at 570 Posse Ground Rd. in Posse Grounds Park, will remain open through Nov. 11.The new fall schedule offers Adult Lap Swim, Water Aerobics and Open Recreational Swim. The water is heated and kept at 83 degrees or warmer throughout the season.
Camp Verde AZ (August 19, 2018) – Saturday, August 18 around 6:30 PM, YCSO received a call concerning an overdue small plane. The family member of the plane’s owner indicated they had been trying reach the pilot for several hours without success. Earlier, the pilot indicated he was taking a friend for a short flight in the area around Yavapai County. Local aircraft towers had no record of this plane in the air.
Cottonwood AZ (August 18, 2018) – On Thursday August 16, The Verde Valley Fire District responded to two separate motor vehicle accidents that caused major disruptions to area traffic.The first occurred at approximately 2:50 PM when the Verde Valley Fire District (VVFD), Cottonwood Fire and Medical Department (CFMD), Verde Valley Ambulance Company, and Cottonwood PD responded to a report of a two car motor vehicle accident on SR89A in front the Denny’s Restaurant. The MVA caused a power pole to snap and brought live power lines down over 89A. Two patients were transported to VVMC for medical care. SR89A was…
Clarkdale AZ (August 18, 2018) – With over half the area of the Selna Ballfield and Mongini Park subject to remediation under the United Verde Soil Program, the Town of Clarkdale has decided to undertake a comprehensive look at the historic, current and potential future uses of these park sites.According to Town Manager Gayle Mabery, “We learned a great deal after going through the remediation project at the Clarkdale Town Park early this year, and couldn’t be happier with the outcome. In that case, the Town knew in advance that we wanted to make certain improvements, and we were able…