Sedona AZ (May 8, 2016) – The Zaki Gordon Institute for Independent Filmmaking was a filmmakers dream: known for its unique approach to filmmaking, the school was inexplicably shut down by Yavapai College. It was closed, or rather the life was strangled out of the curriculum bit by bit. When the budget was slashed it became apparent that the fate of the creative school was sealed.Fast forward to April 27, 2016, when Dan Gordon appeared before an OLLI group where he explained the incomprehensible facts why such a innovative and creative school was senselessly closed.Hear for yourself from ZGI founder Dan Gordon why Zaki’s dream…
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By Adele O’Connor-VernierDirector of Marketing & Public RelationsHumane Society of SedonaSedona AZ (May 7, 2016) – KatoIn-Take Date of March 2016Animal ID# 12200Hello, my name is Kato and I am a 5 year old neutered male of the Flat-Coated Retriever variety. I am a three legged wonder who enjoys my afternoon walks and basking in the sun. My favorite past time is playing fetch with my tennis ball and am hoping that you like to play fetch too. I love the game of fetch! The Humane Society staff and volunteers truly bring joy to my heart with all their love and…
Film Festival partners with Mental Health Coalition Verde Valley for special encore Sedona AZ (May 7, 2016) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to partner with the Mental Health Coalition Verde Valley to present the encore of the award-winning film “Bridegroom” showing Thursday, May 19 at 4 and 7 p.m. at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. The premiere is one of the kick-off events of Mental Health Month.“Bridegroom” won the Independent Spirit Award at the 2014 Sedona International Film Festival and has won top awards at festivals around the world. It played to sold-out shows and rave reviews…
Sedona AZ (May 7, 2016) – Banicki Construction will install a dual layer weed barrier in the area between the curb and sidewalk on Highway 89A from cross streets Dry Creek Road to Soldiers Pass Road. This work will occur from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 10, 2016 through Thursday, June 23, 2016. Work will begin on the south side of Highway 89A at Dry Creek Road and progress towards Soldiers Pass Road.
By Ted GrussingI have had a number of people ask me, “why Max Ehrmann”? and the answer is largely by chance.I started this five day a week ePhoto missive sometime in 2002 and while the format has changed a few times over the last fourteen years, mostly it is the same. It was in 2009 that I began to add excerpts from Max Ehrmann’s writings.
Clarkdale AZ (May 6, 2016) – Arizona voters will likely be voting in the November General Election on whether or not to legalize recreational marijuana. There could actually be two competing ballot measures seeking legalization of marijuana. The Arizona Regulation and Taxation of Marijuana Act and the Legalization and Regulation of Marijuana Act are being offered as initiatives by separate organizations currently collecting signatures required to make the ballot.
Join in the fun and celebrate the 40th Anniversary of this classic comedy at Fisher TheatreSedona AZ (May 6, 2016) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present a very special event: The “Monty Python and the Holy Grail” Singalong showing twice on Monday, May 16 at 4 and 7 p.m. at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. The event is in honor and celebration of the 40th anniversary of this iconic classic comedy.This is the first time “Monty Python and the Holy Grail” has been screened like this, giving audiences the opportunity to sing along with the Knights…
Camp Verde AZ (May 5, 2016) – Mandalas have been used for centuries as a spiritual guidance tool to create a sacred space and relax the mind. The Zen-dala Workshop, held on Saturday, May 21, 2016, will focus on the fascination, origin, traditions and rituals of the Mandala.
Sedona AZ (May 6, 2016) – The Inspiration of Sedona is proud to present the Northern Arizona, encore premiere of Standing on Sacred Ground, Part III: Fire and Ice. Each Part of this award-winning, four-part documentary series is an independent film, so it is not necessary to have seen prior Parts. See trailer: http://standingonsacredground.org/film-series/fire-and-ice. Part III will be shown on Thursday, May 12th, at 6:30 pm, at the Church of the Red Rocks, followed by a Q&A with Dorothy Firecloud, J.D. (Sicangu Lakota), Superintendent of Montezuma Castle, and Tuzigoot, National Monuments, and Montezuma Well, who is deeply involved with sacred…
Sedona AZ (May 6, 2016) – It’s time for Sedona parents to sign their children up for the city of Sedona Parks and Recreation Department’s Posse Kids Camp, held at the beautiful Posse Grounds Park. Two fun sessions will be offered this summer, with Session One scheduled for June 6, 2016 through June 10, 2016 and Session Two scheduled for June 20, 2016 through June 24, 2016. This is an energetic, recreation based camp in which children will enjoy outdoor time, sports, arts, and great, interactive presentations. During both Friday sessions, children will play at the Sedona Community Pool.
By Virginia Volkman, Library DirectorSedona AZ (May 6, 2016) – May is the perfect time to honor the men and women who serve in the United States military. Armed Forces Day, a day for citizens to come together and thank members of the military for their service to our country, is on May 21 this year. Those who are honored on this day include people who serve in the Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force and Coast Guard.
By Ted GrussingSometimes after putting in hours working on straight photos you just need to take a break from reality and create your own. Fueled by music from the 5th Dimension and “Learn How to Fly” among other songs I cruised recent incoming folders and came up with three images that looked like I could have some fun with them and this is the result. A log from Sunset Crater area, the Verde River coming down from an earthen dam near Tuzigoot and a shot of One lying in the grass back of our home and now watching the river…
Back by popular demand!Sedona AZ (May 5, 2016) – Guitar Wizard Anthony Mazzella will be returning to the beautiful Mary Fisher Theater for the fourth time on Saturday, May 14 at 7pm after SOLD OUT, standing-room-only performances last fall. He will be performing a new concert of original music as only Mazzella can deliver.Ranked one of the best guitarists in the world, Anthony Mazzella is an internationally acclaimed virtuoso of the guitar who began his performance career as a concert guitarist in New York City. He quickly built up a strong following performing in most every live music club in Manhattan…
Sedona AZ (May 5, 2016) – “What is all the Hub-Bub about “dark skies?” asks JD Maddy. Come to KSB’s Wednesday, May 11th Preserving the Wonder(tm) Speaker Series to discover the wonder of dark skies during JD Maddy’s presentation which will be full of night-sky photographs along with a discussion on what to expect from dark-sky viewing.
Sedona AZ (May 5, 2016) – During the second week of May, the Mental Health Coalition Verde Valley will focus its events on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Trauma. On Tuesday May 10, 6:30-8:30PM a presentation and performance will take place at The Hub at Posse Grounds Park in Sedona.Jerry Wesch, Ph.D. will present “An Alternative View of Military PTSD – The Difference Between Coping and Healing.” Wesch has been a psychologist for 45 years, focused on the holistic treatment of PTSD/trauma, chronic health issues, headache and pain. He started his career in the Air Force and from 2008-2015 he headed…