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December 2022
Birthstone - Blue Zircon
Astrological Signs - (Sagittarius, 11/22 to 12/21) and (Capricorn, 12/22 to 1/19)
Flower of the Month - Poinsettia
The Gardener's Network
“To appreciate the beauty of a snowflake, it is necessary to stand out in the cold. ”
Aristotle
See the City of Sedona Calendar for Events related to the community.
Next Mercury Retrograde
Next pre-shadow start December 29th, 2022 - more to follow…
See Mercury Retrograde
For Intensity Periods by date…
More 2022 information will be added in late December.
Special Months Featured
Operation Santa Paws
The Christmas and Holiday Season
Safe Toys Month
Universal Human Rights Month
See more at NationalDayCalendar.com.
For More Special Monthly Celebrations
Additional Bizarre, Unique, and Special Recognition or Holidays
December
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1st
Holiday Central Sedona
Gemini's Meteor Shower goes from Dec 1 to Dec 24. Peak in 14th
2nd
Sedona Art Walk 5 PM to 8 PM
3rd
Jerome Art Walk - Check on status with organizers
6th
Remembering Jack Moran - 2007
7th
Full Moon 9:09
See Instructions for "Releasing Negative Energy During The Full Moon
Pearl Harbor Attacked
Cold Moon
8th
Remembering Ray Sperry - 2000
14th
Gemini's Meteor Shower
3rd Q Moon - 6:27
16th
3rd Q Moon 1:56a
David Moran - Birthday
21st
Winter Solstice 8:59a
22nd
John Fitzgerald Kennedy (JFK) - Assassination 1963
23rd
New Moon 3:17
See Instructions for "Setting Intentions in the New Moon"
24th
Christmas Eve
and
Anniversary of Sheri and Ricks First Date in 1970!
25th
Merry Christmas!
31st
New Year's Eve
Last Day of 2022
1st
2023 - Happy New Year's Day - 2023
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Parks and Recreation 2022 Events and Programs Calendar
Many events and programs that have been postponed or cancelled are in the process of reassessing the health and safety needs of the community. Check with the Parks and Recreation Department for further updates.
Also check with other organizations not affiliated with City of Sedona for more information and future status of respective events and programs.
Parks and Recreation Office
525 Posse Ground Rd., Sedona AZ 86336: (928) 282-7098
Parks Maintenance Office: (928) 203-5057
Email: SedonaRec@sedonaaz.gov
Report maintenance issues or concerns using Sedona Citizen Connect
It is the mission of the Sedona Parks and Recreation Department to provide diverse year round leisure opportunities.
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There are programs for all people. You can check out the facilities here.
Calendar of Events
Sports, Classes, and Camps
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The links below are not affiliated with the City of Sedona Parks and Recreation Department but are available to the residents of Sedona.
AYSO (Soccer) website - (888) 808-5354
Cub Scouts email
Sedona Little League - Email Coco Minner, (928) 302-8699
Sedona Swordfish Swim Team
Schedule and Information
Splash Pad: The splash pad located at Sunset Park is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. from May 1 through September 30. Water features are activated on a timer with the push of the button.
Adult Summer Softball League: Check with the Parks and Recreation Department for the disposition of Summer Camps in Sedona.
Summer Camps: Check with the Parks and Recreation Department for the disposition of additional Summer Camps in Sedona. The current sports, specialty classes and programs are listed below. Updated 12/01/22
British Soccer Camp
Currently Not Available
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Image courtesy of the YouTube Presentation
Community Pulse
See the Youtube presentation with a link below through SedonaAZ1
NOTE: This post will remain until the next Community Pulse is updated with a new video. Video Link is located at the end.
Community Pulse for August
Post Date: 08/12/22 sent via C of C email.
SEDONA, Ariz. –
SCC&TB is excited to share the August 2022 Community Pulse event sponsored by APS and recorded by Red Rock TV Channel 16!
This convening of community leaders from around the greater Sedona region will include representatives from the Sedona Chamber, ADOT, Tread lightly, Sedona Airport, and U.S. Forest Service.
Our goal is to provide a forum for sharing factual information related to how we are collaboratively working to address local issues to ensure the balance between a thriving tourism economy and visitor experience with environmental stewardship and quality of life for our residents.
The event is sponsored by Arizona Public Service (APS).
CLICK HERE for a link to the video of the Community Pulse presentation.
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Latest Sedona Headline Links
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Sedona acquires 41 acres plus $10M in debt with Cultural Park purchase
November 26, 2022
Local businesses weigh in on tourism decline
November 27,2022
Ambiente hotel plans to open next month
November 30, 2022
City of Sedona may take over Sedona Airport
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Text to 911
SEDONA - October 2020 - If your mobile device has the function for texting, you can now text to report an emergency. Verde Valley dispatch centers now have the capability to receive and respond to text.
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Looking For A Trail That Meets Your Needs?
Below you will find a link that will help you decide on a the right hike for you. There are sliders for Popular to Hidden Gems - Easy to Difficult - Flat to Elevated - Quick Jaunt to Full Day - Worth A Look to Great Views. After choosing your preference, you will see trails that match your criteria with a percentage (top right of image). Enjoy your hiking experience!
Here is the link for Sedona Trail Finder.
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The article appears on the Verde Shuttle website. See the link below.
COTTONWOOD, AZ – The Transit Department for the City of Cottonwood is excited to announce we are now fully staffed. The Verde Shuttle has reinstated full-service routes, which includes the late-night buses. According to Transportation Manager Lisa Boring, “Verde Shuttle will return to operating just as it did before the cutbacks.”
Peak Days for the Verde Shuttle are considered Wednesday – Sunday and the buses will run approximately every 45 minutes from 6:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. Monday – Tuesday the buses will run every 90 minutes from 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
The regular fare for riding the Verde Shuttle Commuter from Cottonwood to Sedona is $2.00, while trips within Sedona are $1.00.
The Transit Department would like to thank all of our passengers for their patience during this time until we were able to get back to full service.
For more information about the routes and fares, visit www.verdeshuttle.com or contact the Transit Office at
(928) 634-2287.
Sedona Food Bank continues to help end hunger
SEDONA, Ariz. 12/01/22 – The Sedona Food Bank continues to assist community hunger needs and help keep the Sedona Food Bank shelves stocked. Bashas' will host a food drive at the See's Candy trailer from December 9th thru December 24th.
Hours: Monday to Saturday 11a to 4p and Sundays 12 noon to 3p.
Other Donation Barrel Locations can be found on the website —> Click Here.
Desired food donations include non-expired items such as cereal, canned soup, peanut butter, brown rice, pasta, bottled and canned sauces, canned fruit and vegetables, broth and stock, and condiments.
This is an Arizona Charitable Tax Credit Program learn more at this link —> Click Here.
Dining - Restaurant Information
Restaurants are open for dine-in if they choose to have service. The link below will provide a list of restaurants with hours of operation as well as food service options. There is a phone number and Web information. SCR means that the establishment has taken the Safe.Clean.Ready Pledge.
Holiday Dining is also listed in the link below
Find Restaurant Information Here
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Splash pad image courtesy of Sedona Parks and Recreation and City of Sedona eNotifications. Other information taken from webpage.
The COVID-19 information and website links are courtesy of the Government of Sedona, Yavapai County, and State of Arizona. You can find out more at the Sedona Government page.
SperryR.com and Ricks World Sedona along with SellSedona.com are providing this information as a convenience and make no claims as to its accuracy or reliability and any future changes that will inevitably occur due to this ongoing pandemic.
Please check with the corresponding agency before finalizing any medical decisions.