The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to join theaters around the world for a global theatrical event: “The Face of Jesus” on Tuesday, June 3 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. Can we see the face of the invisible God? Do we know what our Savior looked like? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1q9X3Jw0dMk “The Face of Jesus” explores two acheiropoietic images — sacred cloths not made by human hands — the Shroud of Turin and the Veil of Manoppello, as well as the most extraordinary depiction of Jesus painted by human hands: the Vilnius image of the Merciful Jesus. Filmmakers take the audience…
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Sedona, AZ — The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to join theaters around the world for a global theatrical event: “Dogma: Resurrected! A 25th Anniversary Celebration” June 5-8 the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre. “Dogma” features an all-star cast, including Ben Affleck, Matt Damon, Linda Fiorentino, Alan Rickman, Chris Rock, Salma Hayek, Jason Lee, Jason Mewes and Kevin Smith https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0VF9zpkl9BM “Dogma” is a satirical fantasy comedy that follows two fallen angels, Bartleby and Loki, who discover a loophole that would allow them to return to Heaven, which would inadvertently undo the creation of the universe. A woman named Bethany, who is…
Sedona’s Most Luxurious Resort & Sole Adults-Only Escape Debuts New Offerings SEDONA, Ariz. (May 19, 2025) – Set against the backdrop of Sedona’s legendary red rocks, Ambiente, Arizona’s only Two Key MICHELIN hotel and the city’s sole adults-only retreat, is the ultimate summer sanctuary where outdoor adventures, high-desert wellness and architectural wonder take center stage. An intimate escape of 40 cube-shaped atriums, each perched on stilts to float above the terrain and encased in floor-to-ceiling bronze-tinted glass offering 180-degree views of the surrounding sandstone formations, Ambiente is Sedona’s most luxurious stay and the first landscape hotel in North America, delivering a cinematic connection to…
SEDONA, Ariz. – With excavation of the Uptown Parking Garage complete, the city’s contractor, McCarthy Building Companies will begin construction of the garage structure at the end of May. The project is part of an effort to simplify parking and wayfinding in Uptown and will consist of a three-level garage for approximately 270 vehicles, with one level below grade. Improving parking and congestion in Uptown Sedona is a key goal of the Sedona in Motion effort, which is based off the Transportation Master Plan. Together, the Forest Road Extension Project and the garage will lessen congestion by giving an option…
By Tommy Acosta Sedona, AZ — When art lover and promoter Skip Daum drove into Sedona, he knew right away he had arrived at the art Mecca of the world. He pulled up all his stakes, took a volunteer position at the Sedona Heritage Museum and went to work building a new art community in Red Rock Country. In less than a year here, he created the Sedona Artists Consortium and then the Sedona Sculptors Symposium, an event on May 13 that featured local award-winning sculptors James Muir, Ken Rowe, Susan Kliewer, Chris Navarro and Erik Petersen, talking about the…
By Tommy Acosta Sedona, AZ — If there’s one thing nearly every living organism on this planet shares, it is the ability to feel pain. The pain of hunger. Of loneliness. Of illness. The pain of broken bones and broken bodies, broken hearts and broken homes. The pain of poverty, depression, the death of someone we love—and, eventually, the anticipation of our own death. Pain, in all its shapes and forms, is the one certainty life gives us all. No one escapes it. Naturally, then, we seek to avoid it—by any means necessary. We take shelter in distractions and pleasures…
Dates: August 11–13, 2025 Location: MGM Grand, Las Vegas By: Allen Elfman – Host of MY AZ TV | Public Relations Strategist | Broadcast Interviewer What Ai4 Really Is… and What It Could Be for You The Ai4 2025 Conference is not just a tech event—it’s the epicenter of artificial intelligence in North America. With 8,000+ attendees, 250+ exhibitors, and over 600 speakers, it’s the kind of environment where innovation thrives—but only if it’s noticed. That’s where I come in. I’m Allen Elfman, the creator and host of MY AZ TV, a broadcast and digital platform designed to amplify visionary ideas, disruptive technologies, and entrepreneurs who are ready to break…
Sedona,AZ –There are times, even now, when the fact that I did my best wasn’t good enough. I know, deep down, that my life, and those it touched, couldn’t have been otherwise and yet, I ache with the recognition honed from years of new experiences fired in the kiln of inner work, that I hurt others, that time and again, I also hurt myself. When those times arise, I no longer run into a new experience, dosing myself with diversion. Running never worked anyway. We all know this, but sometimes the instinct is just too strong. I simply sit and…
Sedona, AZ — The Jewish Community of Sedona and the Verde Valley, located at 100 Meadowlark Drive off Route 179 in Sedona, is a welcoming, egalitarian, inclusive congregation dedicated to building a link from the past to the future by providing religious, educational, social and cultural experiences. The JCSVV offers soul-enriching services, programs, and classes, all listed on the synagogue website, jcsvv.org. Office telephone: 928 204-1286. Visitors are welcome to attend services after a security check. Those who cannot attend in person can access the service through zoom. Friday evening services on May 23, led by Rabbi Alicia Magal, will begin at 5:30 pm including…
Sedona, Arizona—Join us for a captivating afternoon as Paul and Joel Hynek, sons of the renowned astronomer J. Allen Hynek, warmly share their personal experiences growing up in the fascinating world of UFOs. Their presentation, “Growing Up With UFOs,” offers a unique and intimate glimpse into a family life interwoven with groundbreaking research. Paul and Joel will share cherished anecdotes and insights from their upbringing, illuminating how their father’s significant work shaped their lives and perspectives. Attendees can expect a blend of personal stories, reflections, and engaging discussions on the enduring mystery of unidentified flying objects. This special presentation provides…
Sedona, AZ — CLINTS WELL, Ariz., May 13, 2025 — Fire managers on the Coconino National Forest plan to begin the active management of the Blind Fire, a lightning-caused wildfire located on the Mogollon Rim Ranger District, starting tomorrow. The fire is located 10 miles north of Clints Well and is currently about 12 acres. Fire managers are looking to treat about 5,255 acres of forest land by conducting firing operations Wednesday through Saturday. Firing operations will cause significant smoke that will be visible to those around the area. Smoke impacts are expected along Lake Mary Road in the Happy Jack area…
Yavapai County, AZ – MATFORCE, a primary prevention organization with a focus on stopping youth drug use before it starts, continues the MATFORCE Messages virtual learning series with newly scheduled presentations. This virtual learning series covers a range of topics presented by subject matter experts with a focus on building healthier communities. Presentations are held virtually on Thursdays from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. What is Stress & How to Manage It in a Healthy Way, presented by Tom Benson, is scheduled for Thursday, June 26th at 11:00 am. Scientists and medical researchers have established beyond doubt that persistent stress…
Yavapai County, AZ — With youth vaping a continuous cause for concern and misinformation running rampant, MATFORCE and Humboldt Unified School District are inviting parents, educators, and concerned community members to attend an upcoming class that cuts through the confusion: “Let’s Talk: So You Think You Know About Vaping?” This free presentation is designed to equip attendees with the knowledge and tools they need to understand and address vaping among youth. Despite increased regulation, the e-cigarette market continues to evolve, often faster than public health messaging can keep up. This session will bring clarity to the issue by exploring: A brief but eye-opening…
By Mike Schroeder Sedona, AZ — The problem the left has, is making a quick negative analysis on any Trump program, not realizing that it is based on 5%, or just the launch of the deal. They assume “that’s the deal.” So, liberal’s heads explode, and they write big rants and make big speeches before the deal unfolds and end up eating their words and embarrassing themselves. (TDS, Trump Derangement Syndrome is a real thing). You would think that if something is good for the country, at home or internationally then they should at least appreciate it. That’s a “maybe”,…
Sedona, AZ — The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) is accepting applications for $75,000 in annual grant funding for local sportsmen’s organizations to provide public, mentored projects that are focused on the recruitment and development of new hunters and anglers. The Local Sportsmen’s Group grants program places a high priority on projects that involve the pursuit or harvest of fish or wildlife with a valid license (and any necessary hunt permit-tag) and are geared toward participants who have the appropriate experience and skill levels relevant to a particular project. Grants will be awarded through a competitive application process. Online…