By Ted Grussing… hope you had a wonderful Veterans Day weekend and took a little time to remember the sacrifices that so many have made in the service of our country … thanks to all who serve and have served in the armed forces. The freedoms we enjoy were insured because of their willingness to defend and protect this magnificent country of ours. God bless them, God Bless the USA and God Bless we who have our freedoms thanks to those who have and those who do serve in our armed forces.
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It’s all about bling and bowties as Sedona Film Festival presents “An Evening with Cher” starring Heidi Thompson at special event Sedona AZ (November 12, 2016) – Ring in the season early this year when the bling of the holidays meets Hollywood and Las Vegas in a special evening celebrating the legendary Cher. The occasion is “Diamonds and Divas” on Sunday, Nov. 20 at the Enchantment Resort, presented by the Sedona International Film Festival. The evening will include a spectacular concert and tribute to Cher by award-winning, renowned tribute artist and Las Vegas “Legends in Concert” headliner Heidi Thompson. Throw in a…
Clarkdale AZ (November 12, 2016) – Dance the night away to the sounds of Sentimental Journey on Saturday, Nov. 19 (6:30 to 9:30), at the newly renovated Clark Memorial Clubhouse Auditorium. Come see the changes! Dance lessons begin at 6:00 pm featuring Dana De Luz, a professional dance instructor from Sedona. Music of the 1930’s, 1940’s and ’50’s will take you and your partner back to the good ole days. This is an a non-alcohol event with soda, coffee, and water available for purchase. Admission is $10 per person. Dance lessons ($2.00) start at 6:00 pm. Sponsored by the Clarkdale Historical…
By Arthur PooleSedona AZ (November 12, 2016) – The Oak Creek Apples Macintosh User Group (OCAMUG) will meet on Wednesday, November 16, at the Elks Lodge off Airport Road in West Sedona.Beginning at 5:00 PM: Is your Mac misbehaving? Do you want to know how a new feature works, or what’s in the latest update? local Mac/PC consultant Alan Gore will field questions the audience might have about the Mac. At this session, please feel free to ask any Apple-related question, from the most basic to the most advanced.
By Ted GrussingOne and I were out on the deck and some friends came by with their dogs and they kept her confined to the deck and a modicum of safety; a couple of times they made a break for her and she ducked back in the house. Being the fierce predator that she is, a heat was simmering deep within her. I rejoined her in the house and about twenty minutes after sunset I saw what looked like a medium size dog coming up the cart path from the 10th green and as it approached I saw that it…
Sedona AZ (November 11, 2016) – 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!
Clarkdale AZ (November 11, 2016) – Come enjoy a tour through the Clark Memorial Clubhouse, built in 1927 at a cost of $100,000. This beautiful building stands as an example of William Andrews Clark’s gift to his United Verde Copper Company smelter workers and their families. Built as the first company town in Arizona, Clarkdale has stood the test of time with its nostalgic hometown charm ever present today. Tours are scheduled for Nov. 16, Jan. 18, Feb. 15, March 15, April 19, and May 17. Meet your tour guides at the Clarkdale Historical Society and Museum located at 900 First…
Verde Valley AZ (November 11, 2016) – Scammers continue to remain very creative in their approach to separate victim’s from their money. These 2 recently reported scams are a small example. YCSO encourages everyone to remain vigilant and share this information with others, especially seniors who remain the focus of scammers. Please consider the great downloadable resources available here: , including the ‘Little Book of Scams.’ Also remember that scammers can ‘spoof’ phone numbers so the number appearing on your caller ID will not be the actual phone number being used by the scammer.
Sedona AZ (November 11, 2016) – The Giving Angels is a charity that provides 600-plus holiday gifts to independent, Low-income Seniors in the Verde Valley. They desperately need volunteers to help them wrap, bag and deliver holiday gift bags from December 9-16. And, they’re in need for 25 large folding tables and 20 folding chairs for the volunteers to put the bags together. If you’re unable to volunteer monetary donations are greatly appreciated.
Sedona AZ (November 11, 2016) – In the next few weeks, city of Sedona contractor Tiffany Construction Company will begin Phase Two, the Coffee Pot Crossing Phase, of the Coffee Pot Drainage Basin Improvement Project, which will begin with utility relocation work, followed by a drainage culvert installation.
By Jolene Pierson, Veterans History Project CoordinatorSedona AZ (November 11, 2016) – On Veterans Day, Americans take time to give special recognition to our veterans and to honor their service to our country. Thank you!The Sedona Public Library is an official partner with the Library of Congress Veterans History Project, which collects and preserves the personal oral histories of our nation’s war veterans. Imagine how fascinating it would be if you could see and hear veterans of the Revolutionary War or the Civil War telling their stories in their own words and voices! What a wonderful depth of understanding that…
By Ted GrussingA few more ducks are arriving as the migration begins to pick up. After I flew this morning I headed down to the ponds to check it out and the Ring necks are beginning to arrive, are very skittish due to getting shot at all the way down here and thus spook and fly giving me great opportunities to get the action shots I like … ditto the newly arrived mallards; the ones that live here year round barely even swim away from you. Also quite a few Widgeons have arrived and a few Green Wing Teal as…
Sedona Film Festival and Mary D. Fisher Theatre present big screen debut in SedonaSedona AZ (November 10, 2016) – The first season of the Kenneth Branagh Theatre Company Live continues an exceptional series of plays broadcast to cinemas from London’s Garrick Theatre. The third of the series is “The Entertainer” — starring Kenneth Branagh — showing on Monday, Nov. 21 at 4 p.m. in Sedona. The Sedona International Film Festival hosts the big screen premiere at its Mary D. Fisher Theatre.Set against the backdrop of post-war Britain, John Osborneʼs modern classic — “The Entertainer” — conjures the seedy glamour of…
Sedona AZ (November 10, 2016) – The city of Sedona Police Department, along with all police officers in Yavapai County received MATFORCE’s Game Changer Award, which recognizes those in the community who they feel are “changing the game” to encourage positive and heathy activities and opportunities. MATFORCE, an organization that works to reduce substance abuse in Yavapai County, will recognize the Sedona Police Department’s officers on Wednesday, November 9, 2016 at Sedona’s City Council meeting at City Hall at 102 Roadrunner Drive.
By Ted Grussing… whilst waiting for a winner to be declared in the presidential election tonight. Pretty exciting stuff for a pretty amazing country and people. I do think we could make it higher drama by reinstituting the lost tradition of dueling between candidates … oh well, whatever the outcome, we shall continue with life and remember the beauty that surrounds us.