This weekend in Sedona a symposium will explore water issues and answer many questions. The event will be held at West Sedona School on Posse Grounds Road. Explore this magnificent ecosystem and the issues affecting its overuse as a resource. Interact with professionals already working in the Oak Creek Watershed. We hope to discuss with you how you can make a difference, protecting this valuable water source. Show support for the ecological efforts being made in the Oak … [Read more...] about Wat’er We Doing to Oak Creek?
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Sedona Pursuing Dark Skies Status
Sedona may well be on its star-lit path of becoming the newest Dark Sky City. With a 5-2 vote on Sept. 9, the Sedona City Council approved a resolution by Keep Sedona Beautiful (KSB) to apply for dark sky status with the International Dark-Skies Association. Sedona would become just the fifth community to receive such a designation, which according to the IDA’s website, “was conceived in 2001 to recognize communities that had taken extraordinary steps in preserving the natural night.” If … [Read more...] about Sedona Pursuing Dark Skies Status
Sedona Joins Rental Inspection Debate
In an effort to make sure renters have clean, well-maintained and structurally sound homes, the Sedona City Council is meeting at 3 p.m., Tuesday, June 11 to consider whether a residential rental maintenance inspection program is needed. But some in the rental business say programs like this are not necessary, not well-implemented and cost too much money. “Staff will present information to the City Council to seek its thoughts and ideas on the issue,” said City of Sedona Community … [Read more...] about Sedona Joins Rental Inspection Debate
Sedona Named in Fodor’s 10 Best Towns
The prestigious travel publication Fodor’s recently named Sedona to its exclusive 10 Best Small Towns in America list, which highlighted premier travel destinations that can be found off the beaten path. As the largest publisher of English language travel guides in the world, a recommendation of this stature from Fodor’s is sure to stimulate Sedona’s tourism-based economy in time for the summer season. Along with hidden gems like Brattleboro, Vt., and Traverse City, Mich., the veteran travel … [Read more...] about Sedona Named in Fodor’s 10 Best Towns
Sedona’s Tlaquepaque Turning 40
It is hard to believe that this year Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village is turning 40. Maybe that wouldn't be so remarkable in another city where arts and culture has been celebrated for decades or even centuries. Sedona, however, which had a population of 2000 in the early 1970s, and only became incorporated as a city in 1988, quickly became renowned as a vibrant arts community. Since its inception in 1973, Tlaquepaque has played a significant role in putting Sedona on the map as a … [Read more...] about Sedona’s Tlaquepaque Turning 40
Sedona Artists Open Doors to Creativity
Painters, sculptors, photographers, glaziers, jewelers and a whole host of professional craftspeople have made Sedona a haven for creative expression. With dozens of fine art galleries standing as testaments to Sedona’s flourishing community of artists, their sculptures and statues signal to visitors that they have entered a place of wonder and inspiration. Among the many local organizations to actively embrace the arts is the Sedona Visual Arts Coalition (SVAC), which was founded in 1996 by … [Read more...] about Sedona Artists Open Doors to Creativity
St. Patrick’s Day Tradition Continuing in Sedona
Today's weather cooperated for the continuation of a Sedona Tradition: the annual explosion of leprechauns, shamrocks and four leaf clovers at the 43rd Annual Sedona St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival. The Sedona Chamber of Commerce expects thousands of residents and visitors will be turning out, celebrating all things Irish, cheering on floats and marching bands, and shopping as the parade returns to its historical route along Jordan Road in Uptown. “Many locals make a day of it, … [Read more...] about St. Patrick’s Day Tradition Continuing in Sedona
Sedona Named as Top Travel Destination
Northern Arizona often gets noticed and placed on 'Best of' lists, and Sedona adds another recognition to the growing list. TripAdvisor.com is recognizing Sedona as a top travel destination. They note, "anyplace can have an amazing pool and spa, but an amazing pool and spa in the middle of a gorgeous desert? That's what you'll find at Sedona's resorts. If you do feel like taking a break from lounging poolside and sampling different kinds of massages, you'll find miles of trails for hiking, … [Read more...] about Sedona Named as Top Travel Destination
Sedona’s 8th Annual Marathon
UPDATE: A record number of participants raced through the beautiful red rocks for the 8th Annual Sedona Marathon Event. Last year winner Brian Tinder of Flagstaff, Arizona took an early lead and finished the Sedona Marathon in first place with a time of 2:49:21, setting a new course record! Gary Krugger from Flagstaff, Arizona came in second place with a time of 2:54:24 followed by Steve Geertgens with a time of 3:12:20 from Seattle, Washington. In the Full Marathon Women’s … [Read more...] about Sedona’s 8th Annual Marathon
Oak Creek Outlets Making a Comeback
With vacant commercial lots and shuttered storefronts standing as stark reminders of America’s recession, the number of neon “open” signs still shining throughout the Oak Creek Factory Outlets mall in the Village of Oak Creek (VOC) reminds residents that their small town has shown enormous economic resiliency. Located on Highway 179 near the southern entrance to the VOC, Oak Creek Factory Outlets has long been the first shopping destination available to tourists commuting from Phoenix, and … [Read more...] about Oak Creek Outlets Making a Comeback