By Melanie LeeAuthor, “A Year In Sedona~Meeting The Muse At Wisdom’s Edge”(June 18, 2018)Let the beauty we love be what we do.There are hundreds of ways to kneel and kiss the ground. –Rumi, poetAfter moving to Sedona and learning more about the original inhabitants of the Colorado Plateau region and Sedona, I became fascinated with the Navajo concept of Hozho. Hozho is a term, a concept, a way of life, all of which can mean harmony peace, peace of mind, goodness, ideal family relationships, beauty in arts and crafts, and health of body and spirit. One example of Hozho is the…
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Sedona AZ (June 18, 2018) – The Sedona Parks and Recreation Department and Sedona Elks Lodge are pleased to offer a Missoula Children’s Theatre production of Gulliver’s Travels.
Information & Perspective by Warren Woodward(June 17, 2018)I was recently forwarded responses to a question that a resident asked all candidates for Sedona City Council. In response (or by not responding) to one simple question, the candidates revealed much about themselves that should help voters in determining for whom to vote in the election coming up on August 28th.The question emailed to all candidates was this:Hi, I see you are running for Sedona City Council. In order to help me make an informed decision, I would appreciate your answer to the following question. I know all the reasons both for…
Sedona AZ (June 16, 2018) – As we age we may find that we are “going it alone” more than we want to and too much isolation can lead to increased problems with our physical and emotional well-being. “Maintaining Healthy Emotional Lives During Our Senior Years” is the topic of Mental Health Monday on June 25, 10AM-11:30AM at Yavapai College, 4215 Arts Village Drive. The forum is free, open to the public, and is a partnership with the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Yavapai College.
By Steve Mertes, Chief Building OfficialSedona AZ (June 16, 2018) – All communities need building codes to provide for the safety, health and welfare of the community. As the city’s new chief building official, I am committed to ensuring that all residents, business owners and visitors have confidence that Sedona’s buildings and structures are safe and sound. It is my goal as a building safety professional to foster communication and cooperation between residents and all involved with the construction industry to provide a safer, more sustainably-built environment.
By James Bishop, Jr.(June 15, 2018)Fear of the future, angry drivers, digital takeover, unfriendly neighbors, and family scattered –What To Do?Drink old Scotch whiskey on the porch at sunset. Read a romantic novel, skip the newspaper for a few days, and break bread with cheery friend. Have gratitude, reach out to others. Watch children play, hug your friends and animals. And by all means, do not talk to robots!Get out of your head and do something for someone else. Have conversations. Remember to connect with Nature and experience Nature and Spirit dancing together. They offer us the gift of gratitude.
Sedona AZ (June 15, 2018) – From now through the end of August, detailed watercolor paintings created by Meg Munro are on display at City Hall. Save the date to meet Munro at her reception on June 28 from 4-6 p.m.For all artists, their work is integral to who they are. It helps define them to themselves and to the world. For Munro, mastering the medium of watercolor has been directly proportionate to self-discovery.
By Virginia Volkman, Library DirectorSedona AZ (June 15, 2018) – Reliable computer equipment and WiFi access are essential services in today’s public libraries, and Sedona Public Library makes computer use convenient and accessible. By providing up-to-date computers we assist in bridging the digital divide in our community.Through funding from an Arizona Community Foundation of Sedona grant, the Library recently replaced five computers. As a community resource center, we must stay current with technological advancements and be responsive to the needs of the community.
By Ted Grussing… recently a friend was up here who I used to enjoy conversations about forever with … he brings a special kind of joy to life and the wonder of all that is. He is as comfortable talking about String Theory as Christian theology and his concept of the day is always one of optimism … Mirabilis, a Latin adjective for wondrous, remarkable or amazing. I like string theory although my understanding is very limited, but basically the concept includes a multiverse theory of an infinite number of infinite universes in which every possibility may be taken into…
Cottonwood AZ (June 14, 2018) – On 6-13-18 at about 13:30 Hrs. Verde Valley Fire District units were dispatched to the area of Hwy 89A at Mile Post 360 for a report of a Vehicle Fire. While units were responding, they were advised of the vehicle fire was spreading into the Brush and grass nearby. On arrival of the first engine, they found a VW van fully involved with fire extending into the brush on the east side of the highway and into the median of the highway.
Sedona AZ (June 14, 2018) – The Sedona Parks and Recreation Department invites you to the fabulous, free 4th of July Wet Fest 2018, noon to 4 p.m. at the Sedona Community Pool, 570 Posse Ground Rd. This water event takes place both inside the Sedona Community Pool enclosure as well as the surrounding outside area. There will be inflatable water slides in addition to the Community Pool slide. We’ll have music and lunch items will be for sale. Bring a chair and join us for a family-friendly, patriotic day.
By Ted Grussing… I took this shot of Humphreys Peak mid-February, late in the afternoon, the winds were down, so not much orographic lift and the engine was on. I was at 11,931’ so about 700’ below the peak … I like the perspective from below and pretty well tucked into the mountain. You can see the trail to Humphreys Peak just a bit below the ridgeline on the right side of the image. On the left side of the image you can see some more volcanic cones and in the distance you can kinda make out the North Rim…
Sedona AZ (June 13, 2018) – The public is invited to a Sedona Planning and Zoning Commission public hearing on Tuesday, June 19 at 5:30 p.m. in the Sedona City Council Chambers for discussion and possible action regarding the update of the city’s Land Development Code (LDC). The council chambers are located in the City Hall complex at 102 Roadrunner Dr.
By Ted Grussing… get ready, get set, go … at least that is what it looks like is happening as this Coot lifts out of the water and begins his take off run at Watson Lake. His concentration is total and hi right leg is just beginning the initial push, wings are coming out and they will be doing the assist propelling it into flight. Fun stuff.
Cottonwood AZ (June 12, 2018) – The Verde Valley Fire District responded to a report of a structure fire on the 300 block of Rancho Vista Way on Sunday, June 10, 2018 at approximately 10:00pm. The crews arrived to an attic fire venting from the north side of the structure.