Sedona Film Festival hosts big-screen debut of Berlin Philharmonic in Cinemas at Fisher theatre Sedona AZ (March 26, 2016) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to host the big screen premiere of the Berlin Philharmonic in Cinemas at its Mary D. Fisher Theatre. The Berlin Philharmonic presents Beethoven’s Symphonies No. 4 and No. 7 on screen in high definition in Sedona on Sunday, April 3 at 4 p.m.Sir Simon Rattle, “one of the greatest conductors of all time,” (BBC Music Magazine) leads the Berlin Philharmonic showcasing Beethoven’s masterful brilliance in two tremendously expressive works: the inspired Symphony No. 4…
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Information & Perspective by Warren Woodward(March 26, 2016) Here are some newsworthy items from the past week:Andy Tobin, the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) commissioner appointed to replace Susan Smith who resigned in disgrace, got busted for being even more conflicted than was previously known. That story is here.Meanwhile, as the Arizona Legislature moves full speed ahead with the Andy Tobin Protection Act, which would change conflict of interest law at the ACC just so Tobin can vote on issues in which he is currently conflicted, two Democrats running for the ACC have asked Tobin to resign and hinted at a lawsuit…
By Tommy AcostaSedona, Az (March 26, 2015) Democracy in action is a wonder to watch.Such was the March 22 special meeting of the Sedona Oak Creek Unified School District Governing Board over the possible closing of Big Park School in the Village of Oak Creek.That meeting exemplified what our forefathers envisioned as government serving its people.The 5-0 vote by the governing board to keep Big Park open proves it.
By Adele O’Connor-VernierDirector of Marketing & Public RelationsHumane Society of SedonaMarch 26th from 10.00 to 3:00 pm, in recognition of the 50th Anniversary of the Humane Society of Sedona & the 25th Anniversary of Ace Hardware in SedonaSedona AZ (March 25, 2016) – Ace Hardware in Sedona, is sponsoring “A Love is in the Air Adoption Event” to thank their customers for 25 years of patronage. Ace Hardware has been advocates for the Humane Society for many years and invites the Verde Valley Community to this exciting event to celebrate dual anniversaries. There will be products for your pets to sample, pet food…
Cottonwood AZ (March 25, 2016) – Warrants are the result of work within the judicial system issued with the intent of holding persons accountable for their actions who otherwise have failed court appearances and/or mandates. In many instances, much time and effort by law enforcement, the County Attorney, and court officials are invested in these cases which cannot be adjudicated because the subject has failed to appear. As a result, YCSO will occasionally partner with area police agencies and conduct a warrant sweep to capture such persons.
By Ted Grussing… and here is one I’ll be coming around again soon; Mariah will be airworthy again by Saturday and I plan on coming around the corner of Agassiz Peak like this again. Cloud tops were about 10,500’ and I was at about 11,500’ and Agassiz Peak on my left is 12,360’. It was a beautiful day and only a couple of days from doing it again. Yay! Lots of very hi res photos to be taken.
Sedona AZ (March 25, 2016) – Springtime has arrived and the Native Plant Workshop, soon to be held on Saturday, April 2, from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., is filling up. The doors will open at 7:45 a.m.Sponsored by Keep Sedona Beautiful, the popular program will cover topics ranging from insect ecosystems to tree care and self-watering landscapes, with how-to sessions.
By Ted Grussing… there was fear throughout the land … would he show up at your door next? Peace and tranquility reigned in the neighborhood (still does, Q is Q). I did this composite about four years ago and it shows a slightly larger than life Q (he preceded One in our home) at the front door of our friends Neil & Mary. The front door is a glass door that Mary made and it is one of my all-time favorite stained glass doors. Q was obviously a wee bit hungry and he saw food and the door was all…
Information and Perspective by Warren Woodward(March 24, 2016) Today I filed a Motion For In Camera Review of Records in my Public Records lawsuit against the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC).An in camera review means the judge looks at the documents the ACC redacted and sees if they were redacted for legal reasons or not. Since the ACC invented a redaction classification called “state of mind,” a classification that has no basis in Arizona law, there are definitely some illegal redactions the ACC made.The ACC recently sent me two letters. One came with documents they had hid from me for over a…
Clarkdale AZ (March 24, 2016) – Come join us for the 7th Annual Clarkdale Historic Building and Home Tour on April 16, 2016, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Clarkdale, located between Jerome and Sedona in the Verde Valley, was founded by Senator William Clark in 1912 to support his mining interests in Jerome. Senator Clark established a company town which provided a business district, hospital, schools, park, and housing with amenities that were unheard of at that time in company towns. Today, many of the company town buildings survive, with 386 buildings qualifying for the National Register of Historic Places.
Sedona AZ (March 24, 2016) – In collaboration with the Flagstaff Arts Council, the Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library proudly presents an event in the Spring 2016 Stories to Life series on Sunday, April 3, 3:00 p.m. “Hula is Life” taking place at the Coconino Center for the Arts located at 2300 N. Fort Valley Road.
By Ted Grussing… there are times when you have a brilliant idea so you set about implementing it … first iteration sucks so you try again … and again and then it is 2:45AM so you say, what the heck, I’ll send it out. In reality. Things like this could occur somewhere, for the same quantum particle can either be here or on the other side of the universe and it is not known where it is until it is observed. So why not be able to see Half Moon Bay whilst looking at One hunkered down in the grass…
Sedona AZ (March 23, 2016) – The Sedona Visual Artists’ Coalition (SVAC) if offering volunteer opportunities to assist Local Artists participating in the Open Studios Tour Friday-Sunday, April 29, 30, and May 1, 2016. This is an excellent opportunity for students and adults to gain the experience of talking with the artist, observing their working environments, and interacting with the public. The Sedona Chamber of Commerce has consistently named the Open Studios Tour as one of their 10 annual Signature Events. Volunteers will be selling raffle tickets at the event, and taking down contact information from guests who visit the studios.
By Nazih Hazime, Fire ChiefVerde Valley Fire DistrictCottonwood AZ (March 23, 2016) – The Verde Valley Fire District recognized Jorge Sanchez on March 22nd at Fire Station 31, 2700 E. Godard at 260, 10:00 am, during a Fire Board meeting. Mr. Sanchez assisted the fire crews on an emergency call with his ability to translate for the patient. The incident was a Motor Vehicle Accident/T-Bone impact involving a Spanish speaking patient.
Jerome AZ (March 23, 2016) – Sharron V Porter makes her gallery debut in Jerome at Gallery 527 during the April 2nd Art Walk. Join the talented group of local artists for the opening of Sharron’s show titled ‘Landstracts”.In her own words, Sharron explains her process. “Painting, for me, is an exploration of subject matter, content (the ideas the subject matter evokes), design, surface quality (texture) and structure. As some of my training and interest has always been with sculpture, I find my latest 2-D painting work is not only alluding to three-dimensional space, but has slowly grown off the surface…