Sedona, Arizona, Events, News and Press

Angel Lightfeather Features Elvis During Red Rock Fantasy

November 19th - January 2nd: Elvis is in the house during Red Rock Fantasy at Angel Lightfeather rsquo;s Sacred Pathways in the Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village. As a holiday special, Lightfeather is offering a 10% discount of personal aura photos or Tarot Card readings ndash; both by Elvis of Sedona.

Meditation with Sarah McLean

November 21st: Actually, it's not so secret if you talk to the older souls around, but meditation may be a new concept to many Westerners fighting fatigue, stress, and aging. There are courses to learn the basics, such as Meditation 101, a two and one-half hour course offered regularly, or you can learn Deepak Chopra's popular sound meditation technique mdash; an all day program, where you'll get your own personal mantra.

Bell Rock Plaza Arts and Craft Show

November 21st - 22nd: The weekend before Thanksgiving is the first of two Thanksgiving holiday art and craft shows at Bell Rock Plaza in the Village of Oak Creek. There will be Christmas shopping galore and plenty of art for the art lovers.

Canyon Moon Theatre Presents Barefoot In The Park

Through November 22nd: What happens when the honeymoon is over? Join Canyon Moon for Neil Simon's warm-hearted hit comedy Barefoot in the Park. Free-spirited Corie and straight-laced attorney Paul are ready to start their exciting new life together in their first apartment. But six exhausting flights of stairs, strange neighbors, and a giant hole in the skylight don't bode well for a smooth start to their marriage.

Center for Spiritual Living Sedona

November 22nd and 29th: The Sedona community is welcoming Rev. Janet Kingsley with the opening of the Center for Spiritual Living Sedona at the Canyon Moon Theatre. The Center for Spiritual Living Sedona offers inspirational and motivational talks partnered with live, upbeat music by Sedona's popular duo Tom and Shondra each Sunday.

Broadway Wonderland with Tom and Shondra

November 27th: Relics Restaurant and Nightclub proudly presents Tom and Shondra's Broadway Wonderland. Broadway Wonderland features a selection of Popular Broadway hits sprinkled with holiday favorites. This is bundled up FUN to start your holidays up right!

Hilton Fine Arts Exhibit and Sale

November 27th - 28th: INSPIRED '09, the theme of the first annual Hilton Fine Arts Exhibit and Sale, will take place over Thanksgiving weekend. This is a very special event happening at the Hilton Sedona Resort and Spa in the Grand Ballroom. The entire Sedona and Verde Valley communities and visitors from all around Arizona, other states ,or overseas guests taking a holiday are invited to come and enjoy this All Sedona Arts Weekend event and its festivities. There is no entrance fee for admission to the show.

Festival of Trees at Tlaquepaque

November 27th - December 6th: Thanksgiving in Sedona. It has a magical ring to it, just like the place. Apart from the undeniable splendor of the famous red rocks, great dining, and Sedona's magnetizing effect on artists and healers, late fall is abuzz with activity. One of the newest events now in its second year is the Festival of Trees in Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village.

Bell Rock Plaza Thanksgiving Arts and Crafts Show

November 28th ndash; 29th: The annual Thanksgiving weekend Art and Craft Show at Bell Rock Plaza will include over 40 artists. Featured will be a new artist to the show, Joseph Ward.

New Show Cultivate Opens at Gallery 527

Through November 30th: Gallery 527 in Jerome presents Brandi Lee Cooper's new ceramic work, in the show CULTIVATE. Organic wood fired Soul Discs, piercing heart shrines, and botanical imagery filled sculptures express the artist's connection and respect for the earth and her desert home.

Santa's Secret...He Loves a Good Train Ride!

December 2nd - 23rd: On Santa's annual sojourn away from the North Pole, his favorite pastimes are listening to children's gift wishes and satisfying his passion for vintage trains. Lucky for us his December schedule prior to Christmas includes Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday afternoons riding the rails of the Verde Canyon Railroad's Santa Claus Express.

Jerome Chamber of Commerce Presents the Polar Express Party

December 4th: All Aboard The Polar Express at Spook Hall in Jerome. The Polar Express has become a favorite Christmas tradition for more than 5 million readers. Join the Jerome Chamber of Commerce as they host a cozy holiday party where kids can participate in lots of fun activities.

Annual Holiday Tree Lighting and Santa Visit

December 4th: Annual Holiday Tree Lighting and Santa Visit takes place from 5-6:30 p.m., with celebrations and entertainment in Uptown Sedona. Bring the children to visit with Santa. The festivities are free, decorations abound, the shopping is great and the dining is divine.

Lanning Gallery Welcomes Michael Grant

December 4th: For its 1st Friday Gallery Tour reception from 5-8 p.m., Sedona's Lanning Gallery welcomes master jeweler Michael Grant for his Annual Holiday Show, unveiling his latest collection. Visitors will be the first to see Grant rsquo;s new pieces.

Turquoise Tortoise Gallery Celebrates a Southwest Holiday

December 4th: For December rsquo;s 1st Friday Gallery Tour reception Turquoise Tortoise Gallery features a Southwest Holiday with all the trimmings. To highlight some of the finest Native American and Southwest artists the area has to offer the gallery is transforming itself for the holidays. The reception will be held from 5 to 8 p.m.

Made in Clarkdale 2009

December 4th - 13th: Made in Clarkdale is the annual celebration of the arts in Clarkdale, currently celebrating its 23rd year. The Gala Opening is on Friday, December 4, 6-9 p.m. In performance are the Janice Paul Quartet and Blue Dragon Belly Dance.

Light up the Mountain Celebration

December 5th: Once again, it is Christmas in Jerome and that means a night of luminarias, tree lighting, and hayrides. Festivities begin at 6 p.m., with the merchants of Jerome setting out lovely luminarias and lighting the streets by the flickering of candles.

Jerome Holiday Art Walk

December 5th: The holidays are just around the corner and what better gift is there than original art? First Saturday Jerome Art Walk is the perfect night to start the season's shopping for the perfect present. Twenty-five galleries and studios will be welcoming visitors from 5-8 p.m., with beautiful art, music, and refreshments.

Spa Soiree at Sedona Rouge Hotel

December 10th: Come and celebrate the holiday season with a Spa Soiree at the Spa at Sedona Rouge on Thursday. The event will be from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., and features a sampling of spa services.

Festival of Lights at Tlaquepaque

December 11th - 12th: December in Sedona is a magical time. Especially at the beautiful Mexican-style village that is the Art and Soul of Sedona- Tlaquepaque. It's hard to describe what it feels like to be in the midst of 6,000 golden-hued luminarias that punctuate every wall, balcony, patio, and cobbled stone walkway in the arts village.

Kokopelli Suites Showcases Handbag Designer VerMayo

December 11th - 20th: The Kokopelli Suites is pleased to announce that Asian designer, VerMayo, has agreed to release a limited number of handbags from his line available for sale at the Sedona-based hotel. This event is open to both visitors and guests, but guests of the Kokopelli Suites will have the opportunity win a free handbag!

Awakening Love and Recovering Connection at Sedona Rouge Hotel and Spa

December 18th - 20th: Appling the Family Constellation Approach, Suzi Tucker will be facilitating the Awakening Love and Recovering Connection workshop. The workshop offers new ways to understand yourself and others.

Evening Sky Tours Tours of the Universe

Through December 31st: The Ask for Discount offer is being extended through December 31. The discount gives $5 off for each adult when reservations are booked online. Tours of the Universe are offered nightly.

Trappings of the American West at MNA

Through January 10th: It was more than 20 years ago that a group of Western craftsmen mdash;a painter/ sculptor, a photographer, a knife maker, and a saddle maker mdash;discussed the idea of having Western fine art and cowboy gear in one show. It had never been done before, and the rest is Trappings history.

Sedona Heritage Museum Features Aprons, Aprons, Aprons

Through January 15th: The Sedona Heritage Museum announces its newest temporary exhibit Aprons, Aprons, Aprons. Aprons tell a story about women's lives and roles since they were almost exclusively handmade and worn by women in their homes every day. This display features aprons from about 1900 to the 1960s and ranges from fancy tea aprons to very utilitarian 'allover' aprons.

From Earth to Sky: Paintings by Sally Hall Exhibit at Kolb Studio

Through February 17th: When she was a child, fascinating imagery literally came up out of the ground around Sally Hall's feet in the form of tantalizing remnants of the Ancients who had known the Grand Canyon before her. The opening reception for the exhibit is on Tuesday, December 1, from 7 - 9 p.m., at the Kolb Studio.