en-us Gateway To Sedona Copyright 2007 Sedona, Arizona: Latest articles, news and information. http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/articleRss.xml Based at a luxury, mission-style Sedona bed and breakfast inn, the retreat's long-term nutritional program has been used for over 50 years in the supportive treatment of chronic degenerative diseases. It consists of fresh organic vegetable juices, 3 meals per day made of raw and cooked food, supplemental vitamins, minerals and enzymes. http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2731 http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2731 Is your special companion pet a show-off, a goofball, stunningly handsome or exceptionally bright and beautiful? Do they have the stuff for instant pet stardom? Time to find out. Prepare your pooches, felines, ferrets and parrots, and embrace the first annual Tlaquepaque Pet-a-Walkie. http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2730 http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2730 Mii amo, the award-winning destination spa at Enchantment Resort in Sedona, will celebrate the sun with Summer Solstice, A Celebration of Peace, an experiential week of Native American-inspired traditions and festivities held in honor of the longest day of the year. http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2729 http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2729 Pink Jeep Tours is pleased to announce the Scenic Rim and Ranch Combo Tour returns May 1. The Scenic Rim and Ranch Combo Tour offers passengers the opportunity to experience the magnificent Scenic Rim tour for a full panoramic view of Sedona and then venture to Foxboro Horse Adventures for a horseback trail ride at the Foxboro Ranch. http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2728 http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2728 The Cinco de Mayo Fiesta is back at Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village, on Saturday, May 5, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Enjoy the pulsating sounds of traditional music, savory flavors, and colorful dance of Mexico in a fun-filled South of the Border celebration of Cinco de Mayo. http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2727 http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2727 Lanning Gallery offers an exciting evening during Sedona's "1st Friday Gallery Tour" from 5-8 pm, May 4. The exhibition "Howard Hitchcock: The Wisdom of Wit" opens and the esteemed sculptor will not only be on-hand during the reception to give visitors one-on-one time but also gives a talk at 6 p.m. http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2726 http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2726 For lovers of fine jewelry with a Southwestern style Turquoise Tortoise Gallery is the place to be this "1st Friday Gallery Tour," on May 4, from 5-8 pm, as "Leo Feeney: Facets of the Southwest" opens. http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2725 http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2725 The Call of Sedona has appeared on the bestseller lists of the Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, and USA Today. Scribner will publish its trade paperback and eBook editions, and Simon & Schuster Audio will publish an audio edition. http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2724 http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2724 SVAC's Open Studios Tour showcases 30 individual artists from around the Verde Valley. All of them will be on hand during the opening weekend, working, demonstrating, and exhibiting pieces representing their chosen art media. http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2723 http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2723 The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Arizona premiere of "Bullied to Silence" and the Northern Arizona debut of the Golden Globe-nominated "The Kid With a Bike." http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2722 http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2722 The Hilton Sedona's new day spa, the eforea: Spa at Hilton Sedona, offers customized spa treatments for those seeking a relaxing and transformative experience during their stay. Native American spiritual views of the four directions are incorporated in a variety of healing modalities, including massage, aromatherapy, hot stone massage, energy balancing, visualization and meditation. http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2721 http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2721 With the recent launch of a beautiful new website, created by Charlotte Howard Enterprises, it's now possible for online visitors to learn much more about the experience they can expect to have while staying at the Briar Patch Inn. The home page greets visitors with expansive views of the property, Oak Creek, cabin interiors, table settings, and resident sheep. http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2719 http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2719 At the headwaters of the Little Colorado River, at what is now western New Mexico, amidst wide red mesas, golden buttes, pinyon/juniper forests, and an expansive blue sky lies the scenic valley homeland of the A:shiwi or Zuni. http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2718 http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2718 A two-tailed swallowtail butterfly took full advantage of the lovely gardens full of brightly colored pansies at Sedona's Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village on an early spring day, capturing the whimsy of visitors. http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2717 http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2717 Tall, lofty, and shockingly pink, penstemons burst onto the nature scene during April in Sedona and the Verde Valley http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2716 http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2716 Although wildlife and bird watching is what the Verde Valley Birding and Nature Festival is all about, that's not all it has to offer. The Verde Valley Birding and Nature Festival, April 26 – 29, has many opportunities to learn about other nature related topics such as geology, butterflies and crawling critters throughout Sedona and the Verde Valley. http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2715 http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2715 Steaming samples of chili will be featured at the Rotary Club of Sedona's Great Sedona Chili Cook-Off, a special event at Tlaquepaque's Cinco de Mayo Fiesta. Top Sedona area chefs are perfecting their special chili recipes. http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2714 http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2714 Take Mom on a Mother's Day adventure she'll never forget with an all-inclusive Journey for Women at Mii amo Spa. The award-winning destination spa surrounded by the red rock country of Sedona, will host the special three-night program over Mother's Day weekend, May 10-13. http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2713 http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2713 Hilton Sedona has unveiled the eforea: spa at Hilton featuring 25,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor space including treatment rooms and a fitness area with state-of-the-art equipment, relaxation areas, solarium, and a 25-meter pool overlooking Sedona's picturesque red rocks. http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2712 http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2712 Spring is a magical, musical season in Sedona. Music lovers have a variety of genres and events to choose from, with Sedona's majestic red rocks serving as a beautiful backdrop for days and nights filled with song; perfect for a "Musical Sedona Arizona Vacation." http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2711 http://www.gatewaytosedona.com/article/id/2711