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September 2023
Birthstone - Blue Sapphire
Astrological Signs - (Virgo, 8/22 to 9/22) thru (Scorpio, 9/23 to 10/22)
Flower of the Month - Asterd
The Gardener's Network
“By all these lovely tokens, September days are here.
With summer’s best of weather and autumn’s best of cheer.”
— Helen Hunt Jackson
See the City of Sedona Calendar for Events related to the community.
Want to know more about Astronomy?
Check out the Calendar
The Mercury Retrograde
The Pre-Shadow Period for the next Mercury Retrograde starts August 3rd, 2023.
On August 23rd Mercury goes stationary.
It goes direct on September 15th, 2023. The Post Shadow ends on September 30th, 2023.
See Mercury Retrograde
For Intensity Periods by date…
More 2024 information will be added in late December 2023.
~ ~ Special Months Featured For August ~ ~
National Back to School Month
National Hispanic Heritage Month
Autumn Fun Month
National Pain Awareness Month
Prostrate Health Month
Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month
See more at NationalDayCalendar.com.
For More Special Monthly Celebrations
Additional Bizarre, Unique, and Special Recognition or Holidays
Event Guide: List of Monthlong Observances
September
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1st
First Friday Sedona Art Walk 5 PM to 8 PM
2nd
First Saturday Jerome Art Walk - Check on status with organizers
4th
Labor Day!
6th
Bashes - Senior 10% Discount
3rd Q Moon - 15:21
12th
Happy Heavenly Birthday to Adeline Moran - Matriarch of Moran Clan
Wife - Mother - Grandmother - Great Grandmother
September 14th
Remembering Ryan J. Sperry on the anniversary of being laid to rest…
See more at RyanJSperry.com
New Moon 18:39
See Instructions for "Setting Intentions in the New Moon"
16th
Rosh Hashanah
22nd
First Quarter Moon - 2:57
Names of Monthly Full Moon
23rd
John Moran's Birthday
29th
Full Corn or Harvest Moon 2:57
See Instructions for "Releasing Negative Energy During The Full Moon
The male deer shed the antlers every year and begin to regrow them in July. Hence the Native American name for Full Moon in July. Other names include, Thunder Moon, and Hay Moon. See link below…
30th
Sunset Park Splash Pad Closes until May 1, 2024
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Parks and Recreation 2023 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 2/01/23
British Soccer Camp
Currently Not Available
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Post Date: 09/01/23 from the Sedona AZ website.
SEDONA, Ariz. –
Sedona's City Manager Karen Osburn
A public servant for her entire career, Karen has worked for the City of Sedona since 2012. She holds a Master’s in Public Administration with a sub-specialization in government budget and finance from Arizona State University. She is also a Certified Public Finance Officer through the Government Finance Officers Association.
Want to talk with Karen about an issue or concern you have? Sign up for Straight Talk, a program in which residents may come and talk with the City Manager about any topic of their choice once a month.
About the Role
Sedona functions under a Council-Manager form of government in which the city manager is appointed by the mayor and city council, and reports directly to the elected officials. As the city's chief administrative officer, the city manager is responsible for carrying out policy enacted by the council, overseeing the administration of the city, and maintaining intergovernmental relationships.
The city manager's executive team includes department heads: Police Chief, City Attorney, Magistrate, and City Clerk, and the directors of the Communications, Community Development, Economic Development, Public Works, Financial Services, Human Resources, Information Technology, Parks and Recreation, and Wastewater departments.
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Latest Sedona Headline Links
City of Sedona's Monthly Round Up for August 2023
8/31/2023 3:40:00 PM
City art exhibit celebrates Amy Ernst: Elements of Collage
8/31/2023 11:06:00 AM
City and Yavapai County host Hazardous Waste and Electronics Collection Event
8/30/2023 1:00:00 PM
City continues to seek two Planning and Zoning Commission members
8/24/2023 11:09:00 AM
City announces Request for Qualifications for Home Energy Retrofit Project
8/24/2023 11:03:00 AM
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Image courtesy of the Sedona Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau
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 in an email from the Sedona Chamber of Commerce
Link —> See Dates and Participants here
SEDONA, AZ – May 5, 2023
Hosted by the City of Sedona Department of Parks and Recreation
FRIDAYS in September 2023
September 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29, 2023 -
5:00 p to 7:00 p
Posse Grounds Pavilion 525 Posse Ground Road Sedona, AZ 86336
Only ADA Service dogs are welcome at this event.
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| September 1 | 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm | Him & Me |
| September 8 | 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm | Sugar Moon |
| September 15 | 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm | Local Honey |
| September 22 | 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm | Big Daddy D & the Dynamites with opener Jeanie Carroll |
| September 29 | 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm | The Electric Harp Guitar Group |
City passes new ordinance for feeding and protection of wildlife
Article courtesy of City of Sedona…
SEDONA, Ariz. 05/04/23 – SEDONA, Ariz. – On April 11, 2023, Sedona’s City Council passed a new wildlife feeding ordinance intended to provide guidelines and rules for the safe feeding of wildlife in an effort to protect the welfare and safety of both the public and wildlife.
Highlights of the ordinance include:
- It is unlawful for any person to intentionally, knowingly or recklessly feed wildlife or to attract wildlife by placing/leaving edible material in a location accessible to wildlife, such as in a trash can or left out as animal food. This includes, but is not limited to feeding javalinas, skunks and coyotes.
- There are exemptions for safe and responsible feeding of birds, squirrels, horses and domestic animals like dogs and cats. An example is a bird feeder placed at least four feet above the ground.
- Fines will be given for repeat violations after receiving a written warning. Fines range from $150 to $500.
- The ordinance becomes effective on May 11, 2023.
Wildlife needs to depend on their own ability to find and utilize natural foods. Human food is usually not formulated to be eaten by wildlife and can be unhealthy for the animals. Feeding wildlife can concentrate wildlife in small areas and increase animal-to-animal contact, which can lead to the spreading of diseases and parasites, such as distemper and rabies. Rabies is relatively common in the skunks, foxes, and raccoons in the Sedona area.
More information Remember to keep wildlife wild and for information about living with wildlife, go to the Arizona Game and Fish website at www.azgfd.com/wildlife-conservation/living-with-wildlife/. Read the wildlife feeding ordinance here: https://www.sedonaaz.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/49095/638169973412130000.
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.
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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.