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Jonathan Lutz is a self-described water person and a fly fisherman who grew up in western New York appreciating the wilderness. “Conservation to me is really critical. I grew up as a naturalist in the country,”…
The Thumb Butte Trail is one of the most popular trails in Prescott National Forest for very good reasons. For starters, it’s easy to reach. The trailhead is a mere 10 minute drive from downtown Prescott….
Sedona is a spiritual haven for many, and it’s beyond fitting that the city has its own yoga festival. “Bringing people together in large numbers to practice and cultivate peace and unity and inspiration, all the…
Take a closer look inside artists’ studios if you attend the Spring Open Studios Tour from April 28 to 30. Specifically, 48 artists based in the Verde Valley will open their private studios up to guests….
Watch as pets rock down the runway in the latest canine couture at the Paws Rocking the Runway. Held on April 23 at Tlaquepaque North, Paws Rocking the Runway also includes an auction. All proceeds benefit…
Looking to see some vintage cars? Then start your engines and head over to the Findlay Toyota Center (3201 N. Main Street in Prescott Valley) on April 23 for the Cruise In For The Veterans 11th…
The City of Sedona’s Celebration of Spring festival is returning on April 8 to Posse Grounds Park. Held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., the festival will feature a free egg hunt, carnival rides, a petting…
King is a 7 year old German Shepherd weighing around 74 lbs. He traveled to Sedona all the way from Germany with his family, but due to unforeseen circumstances, they were unable to keep him. He…
WHERE AND HOW TO EXPLORE THE GREAT OUTDOORS VISIT WATSON LAKE Like much of Northern Arizona, Prescott beckons with plenty of ways to explore the great outdoors. There’s a long list of stunning places, but Watson…
When concert pianist and composer Sandrine Erdely-Sayo visited Sedona, she fell in love with the city’s beauty and eventually wanted to live here. The musician also saw that the city had no festival exclusively dedicated to…
On April 2 at 2:30 p.m., the Verde Valley Sinfonietta will hold a special show at the Sedona Performing Arts Center. Acclaimed cellist Sterling Elliott will perform. Janna Hymes will serve as guest conductor. As of…
Annie Glickstein grew up loving the great outdoors. “Horses, dogs, being out by the ocean. I just I’m an outdoors person,” says Annie. “Anything outdoors was me.” She even met her husband on a camping trip…
The Hudson has been a Sedona favorite since it opened its doors back in 2015. And it’s easy to see why this restaurant has thrived. For starters, it’s gorgeous. The contemporary, light-filled main dining room features…
Chamber Music Sedona is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2023 – a significant milestone. “It’s no small feat for an organization that is really devoted to the art of chamber music to have not only survived…
As Sedona Monthly is celebrating its 20th anniversary, I am celebrating my 31st year living in Sedona. Much has changed, but (mostly) everything looks about the same: more buildings, wider roads, roundabouts and more traffic. The…
If you don’t mind a bumpy ride to get there, Cow Pies Trail is probably one of the flattest and easiest hikes in Sedona. It also happens to be located in an area of Red Rock…
On March 15, Sedona residents can enjoy a special performance by American Ballet Theatre (ABT) Studio Company, the junior company of American Ballet Theatre. The dancers range in age from 16 to 20 and are considered…
Sedona’s red rocks will be accented by a healthy heaping of green at the city’s annual St. Patrick’s Parade. Held on March 18, the parade kicks off at 10:30 a.m. Civic organizations, businesses, youth/school groups, bands,…
Arizona wine fans will want to mark their calendars for March 18 and 19. That’s when the 22nd Annual Camp Verde Pecan and Wine Festival will return. Attendees can enjoy local pecans and wine samples from…
It was 1993 when I arrived in Sedona. It was very different, but very much the same. Quieter, sure. But it’s just as easy today to get lost in the quiet beauty and energy that surrounds…
Fans of legendary British band Pink Floyd, take note. Shine on Floyd, a Phoenix-based Pink Floyd cover band, will put on a show at the Sedona Performing Arts Center (995 Upper Red Rock Loop Road in…
Trixie is a 4-year-old Domestic Shorthair with a beautiful Tortoiseshell coat. She is a little shy at first, but warms up quickly. She loves to play, but she also loves to sit in your lap and…
Held from March 3 to 5, the Sedona Mountain Bike Festival celebrates all things mountain biking. Attendees can anticipate a lively atmosphere at West Sedona’s Posse Grounds Park (525 Posse Ground Road in West Sedona). They…
A new year is officially underway, and we are blessed to be here. For most creatures on our planet, it is just another day in a continuum of days that begins and ends on dates unknown…
Rene is one of Sedona’s most storied restaurants. Established in 1978, Rene is a fine dining institution that Sedona residents and visitors alike have visited for its charming atmosphere (that makes for a romantic date night…
Cove Mesa Vineyard has opened a new 3,400-square-foot tasting room in Cornville. The tasting room features a covered pet-friendly patio and is open daily from noon to 6 p.m. Guests can listen to live music on…
From now through March 8, see photographs that celebrate the West at the Phippen Art Museum in Prescott. Displayed in the Marley Gallery, “Click: Western Focus – A Fine Art Photography Exhibition & Sale” features work…
The Sedona Heritage Museum will host a variety of programming in January and February. On Jan. 12 at 10 a.m. as part of “Living History,” Neil Weintraub will speak about the history of the Beale Wagon…
Sonoma County is best known as a wine destination. Here’s a smattering of wineries we visited on a trip hosted by Jordan Winery. WINERIES WORTH VISITING Jordan Winery is both wild and refined. During our visit…
Jimmy Chew is an 8-year old Labrador Retriever mix that weighs in at around 70 lbs. Despite being a little older, he is energetic and loves to play and go hiking. He has some vision loss…
If you’re looking for a new activity, consider bird watching. A naturalist will lead Guided Bird Walks at Red Rock State Park on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 9 a.m. in January and February. These walks are…
If you’re looking for a fitness challenge, why not run a long race? RunSedona is hosting its Annual 5K, 10K and Half Marathon on Feb. 4. Lace up your shoes as you run past Sedona’s stunning…
One of Sedona’s most popular events has returned. From Feb. 18 to 26, watch over 150 films that are a part of the Sedona International Film Festival. Find documentaries and narrative features from all over the…
Clarkdale’s Verde Canyon Railroad will be offering Chocolate Lovers’ Special Rides on Feb. 11, 12 and 14. Chocolate, often synonymous with love, will be filling vintage train cars. Each guest will receive a box of chocolate…
This time of year is our absolute favorite for hiking. The cool temperatures mean you can spend hours on the trails. In the winter months on the weekends, you’ll often find us taking long, meandering hikes….
MII AMO Mii amo has just undergone a sweeping transformation. Following a two-year closure and $40 million renovation, Mii amo is slated to re-open its doors on Feb. 2. After 20 years in business, it was…
Calvin is a 3 year old Domestic Shorthair mix. He’s a little shy at first, but can be silly. He loves, catnip, treats and wet cat food. He was once kept in a small cage, but…
The Table at Junipine has long been one of Sedona’s most beloved restaurants and for good reason too. There isn’t any other place like it. Nestled on the banks of Oak Creek at the Junipine Resort,…
Oh, West Fork. There is something undeniably magical with Oak Creek and Sedona’s towering red rocks beside you as you cross multiple streams. This only-in-Sedona scenery makes this hike truly stunning. Like so many of Sedona’s…
Fall is leaving, and the chilly months of winter are back. Memories of more than 30 winters are revived. There are the years when there were feet of snow, and there were years when there was…
A new community in Sedona has opened and aims to help an under-served segment of the population. “Our official name is Sedona Lago Gardens, and our mission is to serve gifted and talented young adults with…
Yavapai College is noteworthy for its thriving wine program where many local wine makers have been trained. A new offering for the college making its debut this December is a craft distilling workshop where students will…
L’Auberge de Sedona will deck out some of its creek side and garden cottages in time for the holidays. Look forward to festive cottages with a wreath on a door, an in-room Christmas tree, holiday accent…
VISIT TLAQUEPAQUE ARTS & SHOPPING VILLAGE If you’re in Sedona, Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village is practically the city’s holiday headquarters. The shopping center is all decked out in lights and décor and hosts some of…
THE NORTH POLE EXPERIENCE Now until Dec. 24, 3 p.m. Thursday through Sundays Little America Hotel (2515 E. Butler Ave. in Flagstaff) 480-779-9679 northpoleexperience.com Families can take a peek inside Santa’s Workshop. Once at the North…
Believe it or not, Enchantment Resort in West Sedona will feature an outdoor ice skating rink with a red rock backdrop that locals are welcome to enjoy. If you’ve dine at Tii Gavo or Che Ah…
Arizona native Nancy Steele fell in love with biology as a young person. But as she was working on her master’s degree, she realized she didn’t want to work in that field. She was debating between…
The Humane Society of Sedona is many things, but to me, it is a place where creatures will receive care and where others can go and find animals to share a life with. Corky, my late…
Named after the willow trees on property at the Poco Diablo Resort, the new Willows Kitchen & Wine Bar is part of the hotel’s $22 million renovation. Zagat award-winning Executive Chef Evan Campbell’s menu is filled…
Sedona is a hiking mecca with over 200 hiking trails to explore. If you’re searching for a true challenge, these hikes deliver with heart pumping climbs and breathtaking summit views that will make all the effort…
Much like the tradition of Thanksgiving itself, the annual Sedona Turkey Trot has returned. Lace up your sneakers on Thanksgiving morning to burn off calories. Participants run a 5K or 3.1 miles. The road race starts…
Love ceramics? Then consider heading to Camp Verde for the inaugural Verde Valley Pottery Festival on Nov. 19 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Nov. 20 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. See the…
Kick off the holiday season early at the Festival of Trees in Prescott. From Nov. 17 to 20 at the Sam Hill Gallery and Hilton Garden Inn, see colorful and festive wreaths and trees all decked…
Nov. 13 is the Sedona Day of Kindness that’s sponsored by SedonaKind. In partnership with the Sedona Film Festival, see two showings of “The Kindness of Strangers” at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. On Nov. 10,…
Jelly is a 2 ½ years young Alaskan Husky Mix. She is an energetic dog who was found as a stray so she is looking forward to being back in a family setting. She enjoys going…
From Nov. 5 to 13, see films that are part of conscious cinema at the Sedona Performing Arts Center as part of the Illuminate Film Festival. One film that’s slated to be shown is “Love Heals,”…
If you’re searching for a new way to see Sedona, consider trail running. For starters, you’ll see more terrain in a shorter period of time. “There is no other place that has the same red rock…
Great Causes The Sedona Women Since 2000, The Sedona Women have been sponsoring monthly program meetings, hosting social events and trips for members in addition to doing many hands-on projects to benefit the community. Sedona Recycles Sedona…
We’ll let you in a secret: Casa Sedona Inn serves one of the best breakfasts (and brunches) in town. This quaint West Sedona inn features breathtaking red rock views. Our favorite place to enjoy this stellar…
One of Sedona’s most literally colorful events is returning to Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village this fall from Oct. 29 to Nov. 2. Expect to see Tlaquepaque’s fountains, streets and patios transformed with colorful décor as…
I’ve been photographing Sedona from the air for nearly 25 years and have taken thousands of photos of the area. The city is within a small area of red rocks and geologic formations that have been…
On a trip to Telluride, Colorado, Ron Melmon was riding a gondola and saw an empty swath of land. He asked his niece that he was visiting about it. She told him that that’s the Valley…
Every year, the trail leading to the top of Doe Mountain seems to grow in popularity as more and more hikers seek out the mesa’s 360-degree views. It’s easy to see why so many flock to…
Hear celebrated author Michael Peach read spooky stories as part of “Haunted History” on Oct. 30 at 3 p.m. at the Sedona Heritage Museum. Hear his original tales including “Peoria’s Runaway Pumpkin,” an unsolved murder in…
See plein air artists capturing the natural beauty of Sedona outdoors as part of the Sedona Art Center’s Sedona Plein Air Festival. From Oct. 21 to 29, artists will be in different spots around Sedona –…
Head over to the Calle Indepedenica fountain at the Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village to watch canines model dog costumes as part of Howl-o-Ween on Oct. 16. This parade starts at the fountain and ends at…
Dumpling is a friendly cat that was rescued from a high-volume city shelter. At 15 pounds, he needed more time and attention than they could give, so Dumpling has been given a second chance in Sedona! …
View dazzling crystals, amethyst, agates, minerals, custom jewelry and stunning rocks at the Sedona Annual Rock, Gem and Jewelry Show at the Sedona Red Rock High School. The event benefits the Sedona Gem & Mineral Club….
Northern Arizona rocks. We know that. But Northern Arizona’s literal rocks make it a popular region for rock climbing. “It’s got a lot of diverse types of climbing that you can do in a short distance,”…
THE ARTS Take An Arts Class Being an arts-centric town, Sedona is home to many different places where you can take arts classes. No experience needed. The Melting Point teaches glass blowing for everyone from novices…
In Sedona with kids and looking for a place to eat? These seven kid-friendly Sedona area restaurants each offer kid’s menus and atmospheres that are ideal for families with children. Here’s where to dine out in…
September brings a close to summer and ushers in the fall season. The daytime temperatures begin dropping, and the nights are cool. In Arizona, our weather is elevation dependent. The higher the elevation, the cooler the…
Sedona resident, designer and furniture maker Glendon Good has always been making functional items. “I was always sort of a tinkerer as a kid,” Glendon says. He made his own bicycle and skateboard ramps. He eventually…
For a celebration of all things fall, head to Slide Rock State Park for Slide Rock Fall Fest on Oct. 1 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Enjoy blacksmithing, local honey and live music from Tommy…
See aircrafts of all stripes on Oct. 1 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. as part of Sedona Airport Family Fun Day. Check out war birds in addition to new and vintage airplanes that will be…
Consider attending the self-guided Prescott Area Artist Studio Tour to take a peek inside artists’ studios. This year, 70 artists in 48 private studios and four art centers will open their doors to the public. See…
Hot rod fans, take note. See a variety of impressive cars with a red rock backdrop at the 39th Annual Sedona Car Show. Slated to be held on Oct. 1 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m….
Legendary rock star and Arizona native Alice Cooper will take the stage at the Findlay Toyota Center in Prescott Valley on Oct. 6. Ticket prices start at $45. Visit findlaytoyotacenter.com for more information.
Learn more about the rich history of Sedona if you attend a Red Rock History Tour. Visit historic sites and homesteads all along Red Rock Loop Road and learn more about the history of each unique…
Flagstaff’s Aspen Loop Trail is a gem of a hike any time of year, but it’s especially worth the drive in the fall. Although peak leaf peeping season does vary annually, the fall colors are typically…
FALL FOR THESE FESTIVALS THIS FALL FESTIVAL SEASON = Icon indicates family-friendly festivals. RED ROCKS MUSIC FESTIVAL Classical music fans will want to consider attending the Red Rocks Music Festival. This series will feature a total…
The San Francisco Volcanic Field covers more than 1,800 square miles of northern Arizona beginning in the west at Williams and spreading east to Grand Falls, Arizona. It’s also home to more than 600 volcanoes. Bill…
Cork & Catch Find a plethora of seafood dishes and plenty of wine at Cork & Catch. This restaurant is from the folks behind the catering company Rosalie’s of Sedona and has been open since 2012….
We’ve been anticipating Flagstaff’s Atria for a while now. Helmed by noted Chef Rochelle Daniel – she served as the executive chef for L’Auberge de Sedona and opened Cress on Oak Creek – Atria aims to…
When those summer temperatures soar, one of our favorite places to hike in town is Airport Mesa. The relatively easy and mostly short trails in this West Sedona area all offer stunning views of some of…
Seven Classic Sedona Restaurants Rene at Tlaquepaque Casa Sedona Inn Judi’s Restaurant & Lounge Mariposa Latin Inspired Grill Cress on Oak Creek The Hudson The Cowboy Club/The Arizona Room Rene at Tlaquepaque Sipping a glass of…
Following a two-year hiatus, the Sedona Hummingbird Festival has returned. The festival is hosted by the Sedona-based Hummingbird Society. The society seeks to educate the public about hummingbirds and protect this small species. “The mission of…
Sharing and highlighting the food scene has always been a part of Sedona Monthly’s mission, and we thank the prestigious Amazon Editorial Review for its kind words. In this cover story, we’ve covered everything from classic…
Few bands will ever accomplish as much as Three Dog Night has. From 1969 to 1974, no other group had more top 10 hits and sold more records and concert tickets than Three Dog Night. Known…
Camp Verde’s Corn Fest will take place on July 16 on Hollamon Street and inside the Community Center Gym in Camp Verde. The festival, which started 25 years ago, features a street fair atmosphere, food vendors, games, indoor…
Roxie is a beautiful 2 year old Staffordshire Terrier Mix and needs a home ASAP! She is such a snuggle bug and just loves when people spend time with her. When Roxie was younger she was…
The World’s Oldest Rodeo (that started way back in 1888) in Prescott has returned with a plethora of lively events. From June 28 to July 4, see eight varying rodeo performances at the Prescott Rodeo Grounds….
Here’s how to celebrate Independence Day in Northern Arizona: Head to the Sedona Community Pool for a lively atmosphere complete with face painting, a DJ, activities, games, a photo booth and inflatable water slides for all…
Wherever I travel, it is with the intent of finding the natural beauty of an area. If I’m visiting more populated areas, I’m looking for the structures and people who call the place home. This month…
When it’s hot outside, but we still want to hike, we love trails where you can leave a car at either end, and the Jim Thompson Trail is a great option. The hike begins near Jordan…
See Shakespeare’s “Much Ado About Nothing” performed outdoors on June 17, 18, 24 and 25 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Highlands Center for Natural History’s outdoor amphitheater in Prescott. This is part of the…
The Mary D. Fisher Theatre has added a second screen to the theater and is celebrating with a mixer with the Chamber of Sedona. Head to the theater to network and revel on June 23 from…
One of the biggest food trends of the last few years is Nashville hot chicken. Legend has it that Andre Prince Jeffries added extra pepper to fried chicken as a way to punish her Uncle Thornton….
The Tilted Earth Festival has returned to Page Springs Cellars in Cornville on June 18, and it promises to be a lively affair. Listen to live bands, nosh on gourmet food from the winery’s on-site kitchen,…
Listen to live blues music and enjoy some brews outdoors at the Flagstaff Blues and Brews Festival on June 10 from 2 to 9 p.m. and June 11 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Drink beers…
