Jerome AZ (September 19, 2016) – Gallery 527 in Jerome opens another blockbuster show of new work by encaustic artist Ardis Harsche. From the Badlands of North Dakota to Jerome Arizona, by way of Herron School of Art in Indianapolis, Ardis has created a body of work inspired by the symbols and spirituality of the southwest. Her paintings are filled with imagery of shamans, primal animals, primitive ancestral figures and anthropomorphic creations.
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Sedona Lit is a series by Dr. Elizabeth Oakes, an award winning poet and former Shakespeare professor. A Sedonian of three years, she will highlight the literature, written or performed, of Sedona, past and present.By Elizabeth Oakes(September 19, 2016)President Ulysses S. Grant called General George Crook the “greatest Indian fighter” of the West. Knowing he was a pivotal figure in American history, Crook wrote what was called in the time a “rugged biography.” It is a tale of battles, maneuvers, brutality on both sides, physical hardship, infighting over promotions, betrayals galore, and greed on the part of the Indian agents,…
Verde Valley AZ (September 18, 2016) – What are the most significant regional water events and issues the Citizens Water Advocacy Group (CWAG) has focused on over the 14 years since our founding in 2002? What issues are going to be front and center in the future?CWAG President Chris Hoy and CWAG hydrologist Wayne Hood, R.G. will answer these questions in a presentation titled, “Regional Water Issues – Past, Present and Future” when CWAG meets on Saturday, Oct. 8 from 10 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Granite Peak Unitarian Universalist Congregation building, 882 Sunset in Prescott (two blocks behind…
Sedona Film Festival and Mary D. Fisher Theatre present big screen debut in SedonaSedona AZ (September 17, 2016) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to join cinemas around the world to present the movie musical sensation “London Road” on the big screen. The production will debut at the festival’s Mary D. Fisher Theatre on Sunday, Sept. 25 at 4 p.m.Academy Award-nominee Tom Hardy and BAFTA Award-winner Olivia Colman join the ensemble cast of “London Road”, based on the ground-breaking National Theatre production. The film was nominated for the British/Irish Film of the Year Award at the London Critics…
Cottonwood AZ (September 17, 2016) – The Verde Valley Humane Society is hosting a yard sale on October 21st and 22nd from 10 to 4 at the shelter at 1520 W. Mingus, Cottonwood. As the shelter gears up for the yard sale, they are collecting gently-used to new items, such as art and crafts, antiques, housewares, clothing, furniture, toys and games, appliances and tools, home and garden, jewelry and accessories, pet items and more. Donations can be dropped off at the VVHS Monday to Saturday from 10 to 5, or at Sedona Paint Center Monday to Friday from 8 to 5 (2885…
Verde Valley AZ (September 17, 2016) – The Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office launched a website last year providing dog owners the ability to obtain licenses, maintain pet records, and even report an animal missing. Take advantage of this convenient program and apply. This service is provided free of charge to any dog owner in Yavapai County. Once you create an account, the following tools are available:
Cottonwood AZ (September 17, 2016) – Recently the Jerome Elks Lodge in Clarkdale graciously hosted a Firefighter and Police Officer of the Year ceremony and dinner for the Verde Valley Fire District and Clarkdale Police Department.Engineer Danny Hinds received the Firefighter of The Year. Hinds started in the fire service in 2002, certified as a Emergency Medical Technician and completed the Fire Academy in 2003.
By Ted Grussing… I really had no clue what I would send out tonight as I’ve spent the entire day working on the new website design and integrating code from PayPal to create a good shopping experience. Still planning on having the site up and open for business on October 1st. There will be images from nine photographers to begin with and all have unique styles and subject matter. Think you will like it.
By Bob Oliphant(September 16, 2016) The decision by the three-member West County voting block on the Yavapai College District Governing Board on Monday, September 13 to essentially dismantle the existing Verde Valley Board Advisory Committee (VVBAC) was an insult to every citizen in the Verde Valley. It was made almost in secret in the late afternoon of the Board’s retreat when there were no citizens present and without placing the item on the agenda in a recognizable fashion. Unlike regular Board sessions, there was no video record of the proceeding being made.
Mary D. Fisher Theatre joins theatres around the country for indie celebrationSedona AZ (September 16, 2016) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to join hundreds of theaters around the nation to celebrate Art House Theater Day on Saturday, Sept. 24 with a special premiere screening of “Danny Says” at 4 p.m. at the festival’s Mary D. Fisher Theatre.Art House Theater Day celebrates the art house theater and the cultural role it plays in a community. It is a day to recognize the year-round contributions of film and filmmakers, patrons, projectionists, and staff, and the brick and mortar theaters…
Sedona AZ (September 16, 2016) – Detectives from YCSO’s Criminal Investigations Bureau received information regarding the sexual molestation of a teenaged male victim residing in the Village of Oak Creek outside Sedona. During the course of the initial investigation, detectives identified two suspects who have since been arrested. They are listed below with current booking information:
Sedona AZ (September 16, 2016) – Come celebrate fall at Slide Rock State Park’s Fall Festival on October 8, 2016 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Spend the day and enjoy a variety of fun fall activities including an apple cider press, blacksmithing, Arizona Flywheelers displaying tractors and old engines, kiddie tractor pull, quilt displays, Jay’s Bird Barn Falconer, build a scarecrow, and of course, special appearances from Arizona State Parks’ Rocky Ringtail and US Forest Service’s Smokey the Bear! There will also be apples available for purchase to benefit the Friends of Slide Rock State Park.
Sedona AZ (September 16, 2016) – A draft decision has been made by Coconino National Forest regarding the Soldiers Pass motorized use proposal, which seeks to reduce the volume of motorized traffic in the area and bring use of the road into compliance with Forest Plan direction.
Jerome AZ (September 16, 2016) – During the October 1 Jerome Art Walk, Nellie Bly Kaleidoscopes and Art Glass will feature Prescott artist John Johnston who premieres his collection of fascinating creations which are both functional and fanciful. Each piece is constructed with repurposed metal parts. The lamp shown here contains a meat grinder handle, plow disc, various drills, Harley cams, LED light, Caterpillar trailer ball bearings, ratchet, ’48 Chevy Truck push button foot starter, blade and porcelain lamp shade. It becomes musical when cranked.
Sedona AZ (September 16, 2016) – The September 26 Mental Health Monday program organized by the Mental Health Coalition Verde Valley features three parts: the presentation on “The Impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences on Mental Health” and will take place 9:30-11:00AM at Yavapai College, 4215 Arts Village Drive, Sedona, Room 12; the Coalition business meeting will follow from 11-12:15PM; and the film “Resilience: The Biology of Stress and the Science of Hope” will be shown at 7PM at Mary D. Fisher Theatre in Sedona.