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Archaeology Films at the Sedona Public Library
The Verde Valley Archaeology Center is presenting a free summer of archaeology films at the Sedona Library every other Friday evening starting June 14 at 7:00 pm. Each film is about one hour and will be preceded by a 7-minute Center-produced introductory film on the prehistory of the Sedona/Verde Valley area. The films are from France, Canada, Italy, Greece and the USA. Full details at verdevalleyarchaeology.org. Contact the Center at center@verdevalleyarchaeology.org for free flyers.
Look What's New at Canyon Mesa Country Club
As the new Director of Golf at Canyon Mesa Country Club, William Darke, PGA would like to let everyone know that Canyon Mesa CC is open to the public. Come and enjoy a unique executive golf course with beautiful views, challenging greens in a relaxed environment. Great for families, beginner's, seniors and for those experienced golfers it's a great place to sharpen up your short game. Now offering lessons! Call (928) 284-0036 or visit canyonmesacountryclub.com.
2nd Annual Sedona Yoga Festival, a consciousness evolution conference
Sedona Yoga Festival, Corp. brings Yoga and other conscious events, workshops and classes to Sedona. The company is growing rapidly to share the Sedona experience with the international Yoga community. This Signature Event occurs the 2nd weekend in February and offers over 108 yoga classes and workshops at partner host properties and studios. Visit sedonayogafestival.com for more information. Discounted Local Sponsorship Package available.
Enter to Win a European Touring Vacation
Tour Europe for 6 days and 5 nights in a brand new Mercedes-Benz E-Class. This exclusive Mercedes-Benz European package includes two round trip tickets from the U.S. to Stuttgart, Germany, the use of a brand new Mercedes-Benz E-Class touring car, a tour of the Mercedes-Benz World Headquarters and your own personalized itinerary at five star hotels located in Germany, Austria, France, Switzerland and England. The drawing is on Saturday, May 4. Proceeds benefit Camp Soaring Eagle Foundation. Visit CampSoaringEagle.org.
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Member Events
April 30 - May 3: 'No' and 'Girl Rising" debut at Fisher Theatre
The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premieres of "No" (Academy Award-nominee for Best Foreign Language Film) and "Girl Rising" (an award-winning, inspiring and empowering new documentary) showing April 30 - May 3 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. Tickets are $12, or $9 for Film Festival members. For tickets and information call (928) 282-1177 or visit SedonaFilmFestival.org.
May 1: OLLI Lunch and Learn
OLLI'S Wednesday, May 1 Lunch and Learn Speaker Dev Ross, Emmy award winning writer of "The Rocks". She will speak about Sedona's first TV show, a supernatural soap opera (or "dramedy") airing on Channel 16, Red Rock TV. Lunch and Learn is a "town square" for residents to chat and interact with speakers who do interesting and important things in town. This enjoyable, informative, weekly community event is free and open to all. Begins at 12:30 pm. Call (928) 649-4275.
May 3: SGA Hosts Stunning 1st Friday Tour
Sedona's finest art galleries invite you to enjoy an evening of openings, special guests and artists receptions at their monthly 1st Friday Gallery Tour on May 3rd, from 5:00 - 8:00 pm. All guests are welcome to attend free of charge and enjoy the Sedona Trolley, which does continuous loops to all locations. For more information on the SGA you can find them on Facebook or visit SedonaGalleryAssociation.com.
May 3: "Metal"morphosis: The Beauty of Bronze at Rowe Fine Art Gallery
Rowe Fine Art Gallery pays homage to the "metal"morphosis of a sculpture from clay to bronze with a special show on May 3 from 5:00 - 8:00 pm. Sculptor and gallery owner Ken Rowe will unveil two new sculptures, "Wading for Mom" and "Words of Wisdom." For more information, call (928) 282-8877 or visit rowegallery.com.
May 3: Lanning Gallery Welcomes Gerald Moore
An artist reception on "1st Friday" May 3, 5:00 - 8:00 pm opens "Gerald Moore: Re-creation" and welcomes the multiple-award-winning artist to Sedona. Moore is known for his minutely detailed landscapes, at first glance seen as pointillism or photo realism but more spellbinding than either. Stop by the gallery and meet Gerald Moore on opening night. Exhibition through May 12. Photos and long article on Facebook (/LanningGallerySedona)! Lanning Gallery,
(928) 282-6865, lanninggallery.com.
May 3: Turquoise Tortoise Gallery Welcomes Tony Abeyta
On "1st Friday," May 3, 5:00 - 8:00 pm, the gallery is thrilled to welcome back internationally known, and widely collected artist Tony Abeyta, whose Contemporary Navajo paintings are part of the Smithsonian Institute's permanent collection. New works being unveiled include landscapes and works in charcoal. Abeyta has been with gallery over thirty years. Exhibition through May 12. Photos and article on Facebook (/TurquoiseTortoiseGallerySedona). Call
(928) 282-2262, or visit turquoisetortoisegallery.com.
May 3: The Inside Outside Show at Goldenstein Gallery
On Friday, May 3 Goldenstein Gallery kicks off "The Inside Outside Show" with an opening reception from 5:00 - 8:00 pm at their uptown location. Painters Patricia Griffin and Rafe Terry, Mike Medow, Cheston Trammel and Dwayne Cranford are among the artists represented in this dazzling show. Live music with local favorites Frost and Frost and refreshing beverages will be served. For more information please call (928) 204-1765 or go to goldensteinart.com.
May 3: AZADI Fine Rugs features the Designs of Milton Glaser
On Friday, May 3 AZADI Fine Rugs hosts an opening reception for their stunning new show "Milton Glaser: An Exploration of Pattern Making and Color Effects in Textiles" during the SGA Tour from 5:00 - 8:00 pm. They are honored to be able to bring these exquisite pieces to Sedona; recently they were featured at the renowned Santa Monica Museum of Modern Art. For more information please call (928) 203-0400.
May 4: Cinco de Mayo Fiesta
There is going to be a Fiesta at Tlaquepaque! Prepare to be dazzled by the upcoming Cinco de Mayo Fiesta, Saturday, May 4. Tlaquepaque's fiestas, events and parties are great family fun, and this year is no exception. Savor fabulous Mexican dishes, enjoy the beats of world-class musicians, take in high-energy folklórico dancers and participate in "The Great Sedona Chili Cook Off." Admission is free. Visit tlaq.com for the schedule.
May 4: Rotary's Great Sedona Chili Cook-Off!
Chefs throughout the Verde Valley are finalizing chili recipes for the third annual Great Sedona Chili Cook-Off, a featured event of Tlaquepaque Arts & Crafts Village Cinco de Mayo Fiesta, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm, May 4. Admission $10; children under ten are free. Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Sedona, funds raised from the Cook-Off support Rotary projects including Rotary International's "End Polio Now" and "Imagination Library" locally.
May 4: Free Skin Cancer Screenings in Sedona
Cancer Centers of Northern Arizona Healthcare and Northern Arizona Dermatology Center have partnered together to offer free skin cancer screenings on Saturday, May 4. Arizona has a high skin cancer rate; screening is an important way to lower risk of the disease. The screenings are intended for those who otherwise would be unable to afford this type of exam. CCNAH in Sedona is located on 3700 W. SR 89A. Appointments available between 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, walk-ins not available; call (928) 204-4933.
May 4: Met Live in HD - Giulio Cesare
Chamber Music Sedona will present the final Met Live in HD of the season with George Frideric Handel's most famous opera Giulio Cesare Saturday, May 4 at 10:00 am at the Sedona Performing Arts Center. The world's leading countertenor, David Daniels, sings the title role opposite Natalie Dessay as Cleopatra in this innovative production. For tickets, lunches and information visit ChamberMusicSedona.org or call (928) 204-2415.
May 4: A Calico Critter Day
Tlaquepaque Toy Town will be celebrating A Calico Critter Day featuring Mrs. Cat. All visitors will be coloring, posing for pictures AND putting their name in Mrs. Cat's basket to win their very own Calico Critter House! - The Deluxe House with extras - no less! You don't want to miss this fun event at Toy Town. All Calico Critters are 15% on Saturday, May 4!! For more information call (928) 282-1087.
May 4-5: Red Rose Inspiration for Animals Promotes Quality Art & Craft Shows Red Rose will be promoting their last show for the spring for 2013 on May 4 and 5 at Olde Sedona Bar & Grill from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm on Saturday and Sunday. For additional information redroseinspiration.org or info@redroseinspiration.org. May 11: Alta Vista "Hats off to Mom Brunch" Alta Vista in Prescott is having a "Hats off to Mom" (no hats required) "Brunch" on Saturday, May 11th from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm. Treat mom to a complimentary brunch on Saturday! Additional people are $12 per person and reservations are required by calling (928) 772-6000. May 11: McLean Meditation Center Grand Opening McLean Meditation Center celebrates its grand opening Saturday, May 11, and Sunday, May 12. Located in the heart of Sedona, 411 SR 179, in the Garland building, the center features displays of vibrant, inspirational art by Arizona artists Vikki Reed, Pamela Becker, and Kathy Klein. It's truly an oasis in the heart of Sedona and a welcome new addition to the Sedona spiritual scene. Come for entertainment and refreshments 2:00 - 5:00 pm. Visit McLeanMeditation.com or call (928) 204-0067. May 17: Entrepreneurial Excellence Awards Come to the 10th Annual Entrepreneurial Excellence Awards on Friday, May 17 at Poco Diablo Resort. This year, our top honor is going to the incredible Mary Fisher. Come and be inspired! To get your tickets, go to nawbosvv.org/awards.php. Deadline is May 10, so don't wait! May 24 - 26: SFS Shorts Film Festival The Sedona Film School (SFS) will be hosting the 13th Annual SFS Shorts Film Festival on May 24 - 26, and will feature nearly 50 short films. The SFS thesis films range from a superhero that has to go into therapy to a documentary about the red sea urchin business off the coast of California. There is truly something for everyone! Call (928) 649-4257, passes on sale now. For more information, visit sedonafilmschool.com.
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