Performances from Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserables and other Broadway gems featured in gala event starring Broadway and opera veterans Teri Bibb and Dennis McNeil Sedona AZ (November 11, 2017) – Ring in the season early this year in a special evening celebrating the classical Broadway musicals we know and love. The occasion is the “Broadway Memories” Masked Gala on Sunday, Nov. 19 at the Enchantment Resort, presented by the Sedona International Film Festival. The evening will feature a spectacular concert and tribute to Broadway by award-winning Broadway and opera performers Teri Bibb and Dennis McNeil. Kick off the evening reception with “A Taste…
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Sedona AZ (November 11, 2017) – The Verde Valley is home to a treasure trove of cultural heritage sites and museums. Many of these have Museum Gift Shops offering gifts for the coming holiday season – gifts that you may not find anywhere else. By shopping at these non-profit organizations you will be providing much needed support by spending some of your shopping dollars with them.You can find unique gifts for everyone on your list in an un-crowded, un-harried environment, enjoy tax-free purchases, and support area cultural institutions all in one shopping trip!
Sedona AZ (November 10, 2017) – Getting ready to be with family and friends over the upcoming holiday season? Are you dreading sharing turkey and a conversation with a favorite brother, sister or even your parents or adult kids because the subject might drift to politics? Research is showing that the current polarized political situation has created a new dilemma for many folks – major conflicts within families and friendships, and with work colleagues and neighbors. Vigorously defended opposing opinions have resulted in seemingly unresolvable confrontations.
Sedona Film Festival hosts big-screen presentation of art series at Mary D. Fisher theatreSedona AZ (November 10, 2017) – Sedona International Film Festival presents the Exhibition on Screen series with “The Impressionists”. The event will show in Sedona on Monday, Nov. 20 at 4 and 7 p.m. at the festival’s Mary D. Fisher Theatre.The festival is proud to be the official host of the series, joining hundreds of theatres around the globe for this special exhibition on screen. Cinema guests can now enjoy unprecedented high definition access into the lives of renowned artists, their art and the fabulous museums and galleries that are the…
AmeriCorps Will Provide Training, Stipend, Transferable Education Award Prescott AZ (November 10, 2017) – To address the growing challenge of opioid addiction and prescription medication abuse among the elderly in Yavapai County, the Area Agency on Aging-NACOG (Northern Arizona Council on Goverments) is looking for individuals 55 and older to become AmeriCorps members and participate in a program to help educate and prevent medication misuse in older adults.The educational program, RX Matters, is designed specifically for older adults and their caregivers with an emphasis on opioid safe storage and disposal of medication. RX Matters was developed by the Area Agency…
Clarkdale AZ (November 10, 2017) – Yavapai College is saluting veterans with a pair of special events this month at both the Prescott and Verde Valley campuses.The celebrations and resource fairs will feature information about community resources for veterans, a student art display, food, beverages, live music and a chance to read and reflect on the names of Arizona servicemen and women who have lost their lives serving their country in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Sedona AZ (November 1, 2017) – Red Earth Theatre presents Morley, a new full length play by Sedona resident Irmgard Lake, arriving on stage after a 5month workshop process with the playwright, the director Kate Hawkes and the cast. Performances are on November Friday 10th & Saturday 11 at 7.30pm and Sunday November 12 at 2pm. at the Sedona Hub, 525B Posse Ground Rd, Sedona.
By Sophia Zarifis-Russell, Reference AssistantSedona AZ (November 10, 2017) – As a Gold Star Mother, my perspective of Veterans Day has changed. Before my son died in Afghanistan, it was just another holiday. Sometimes, I bought a poppy outside the local supermarket. Now, I spend Veterans Day much differently. I make it my duty to visit my son’s grave. To me there is nothing as sad as a neglected grave. This Veterans Day I would like to encourage and inspire each one of you to use this day to solemnly remember the sacrifices made by our valiant service men and…
By Ted Grussing… at least that is what it looked like what this frog was pleading for … Eric and I just took a long series of shots of this Great Blue heron as he flew to a quiet place to enjoy his dinner late this afternoon … it was the natural thing to do. Usually when you see shots I send out of the Blue Herons, they have their long necks extended in flight, here it is pretty well retracted and the reason is simple; he is keeping his CG point the same as he has the added weight…
Mary D. Fisher Theatre is the home for the opera simulcast and encore eventsSedona AZ (November 9, 2017) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the next Met Live Opera presentation of Thomas Adès’ “The Exterminating Angel” on Saturday, Nov. 18. There will be two shows that day at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre: 11 a.m. (live simulcast) and 4 p.m. (encore).Plan to come early as John Steinbrunner will lead a pre-opera talk one hour before each production (10 a.m. for the morning show and 3 p.m. for the encore).
Cornville AZ (November 9, 2017) – The Arizona Game and Fish Department is caring for an approximately eight-week-old mountain lion cub found in the Cornville area.The cub was spotted by Cornville residents and reported to AZGFD on three separate occasions. Each time, the reporting residents did the right thing, leaving the animal alone, because the mother of a young animal is typically nearby. In this case, the mother never returned after two weeks and AZGFD biologists determined that in this situation, it was best to intervene.The female cub was picked up from a nearby licensed wildlife rehabilitator and transferred to…
Come Meet the People Who Make Our Community GreatSedona AZ (November 9, 2017) – Sedona and the Verde Valley are wonderful places to live. Sure, there is fantastic scenic beauty. And much more than that, our area abounds with charitable nonprofits and their dedicated volunteers. The services they provide to our communities is almost immeasurable. Yet many of us don’t know who these people are or what they do to support us all. Well, here’s the chance to meet many of them, all in one place: The Festival of Angels on December 2nd, from 5 to 9 pm at The…
A Small Town That CouldClarkdale AZ (November 9, 2017) – In celebration of community and creativity, Made In Clarkdale will host the 31st Annual Showcase in Clark Memorial Clubhouse in historic downtown Clarkdale. The show begins on Thursday November 30th and lasts throughout December 3.. It will be 4 days of art of all mediums, such as: oil, watercolor and acrylic painting, ceramics, metalwork, jewelry, fiber art, literature, music and more.
Sedona AZ (November 9, 2017) – Cozy sweaters, fuzzy boots, crisp air and flushed faces… Fall has arrived with winter right on its coattail. Look to Parks and Recreation to keep you bustling throughout the holiday season.
Sedona AZ (November 9, 2017) – Oak Creek Apples Macintosh Users Group (OCAMUG): 10 am to 12 noon., Si Birch Community Room, Sedona Public Library, 3520 White Bear Rd, in West Sedona, 282-7714. Third Saturday.