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Sedona Public Library gives you tools and resources to help you learn the history of Sedona and Northern Arizona. Through lectures and the Culture Pass program, which offers free admission to cultural attractions in Arizona, we hope you’ll become better informed about the place you call home or visit.
Local history will be featured in a special presentation in the Library’s Si Birch Community Room on Wednesday, March 27, at 6:30 p.m. Clancy Sage, a docent at the Sedona Heritage Museum and board member of the Sedona Historical Society, will be presenting “The Early Settlers of the Sedona Area.” The lecture will cover the earliest pioneer settlers who came to our region in the late 1800s. Sage will focus on the stories of how they came here and what contributions they made to begin the settlement of Sedona. The talk will also cover the arrival of the Schnebly family in 1901, their story, and how we got our town name. This presentation will be the first is a series of lectures Clancy will deliver at the Library on Sedona history. Be sure to also visit the Sedona Heritage Museum, which was once a homestead for the Jordan family and is focused on the lifestyles and works of the people who pioneered this community, from 1876 to the present Here you’ll also learn about the former orchard industry and movies made in Sedona. Check out a Culture Pass at the Library for free admission to the museum. Join us on Friday, April 5, at 10:30 a.m. in the community room to hear author Roger Naylor speak on Route 66’s fascinating history. His book “Arizona Kicks on Route 66” is the featured book for the Library’s Read Around Sedona 2019 initiative. Naylor’s books will be for sale following the program, and he will be available to sign them. To learn more about Route 66, check out the three-in-one Culture Pass, giving you admission to the Route 66 Museum, the Mohave Museum, and the Bonelli House. These museums explore the diverse history of Northern Arizona, from the artwork and history of the Hopi, Hohokam, Hualapai, and Navajo tribes to the history of the early settlers and ranchers. Whether you make it a day trip or a special stop on your way west, there is a lot in store for you in Kingman. In addition to the passes already mentioned, we offer Culture Passes to other venues in Northern Arizona and in the Phoenix area. In order to take advantage of the program, you’ll need to have a library card. Passes are available on a first-come, first-served basis, with a limit of one pass per cardholder at a time. Please visit our website, sedonalibrary.org, for complete Culture Pass program details and restrictions, to see which passes are currently available, and for links to participating locations. Sedona Public Library is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Programs like the Culture Pass program are made possible thanks to the generous donations of individuals and foundations. To make a tax-deductible donation, please visit our website. Sedona Public Library Column for March 15, 2019 Written by: Virginia Volkman, Library Director StoryWalk is ready and waiting for you at Sunset Park. Come celebrate with us! On Tuesday, March 12, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., visit the park for family fun when Sedona Public Library officially opens its permanent and public early literacy project: StoryWalk.
The upcoming Tuesday event will include simple craft activities, face painting, games and snacks for young children and, of course, a chance to experience a StoryWalk firsthand. It also gives us an opportunity to thank those who made this Sedona Public Library project possible. StoryWalk at Sunset Park could not have happened without a fantastic partnership with the City of Sedona Parks and Recreation and Public Works Departments, an early donation from Goldenstein Gallery, and grants from not only the awesome Arizona Community Foundation but also the generous Langston Family Foundation. Thank you for helping bring StoryWalk to Sedona! What is StoryWalk? StoryWalk is an idea first developed by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, Vermont, to promote literacy and a healthy lifestyle. StoryWalk basically consists of a deconstructed picture book that is reassembled and laminated, page by page, to be displayed along an outdoor walking path. Walking and reading—favorite Sedona activities—make StoryWalk a perfect match for a Sedona Public Library outreach project. Also, as we strive to enrich lives by fostering lifelong learning, the StoryWalk experience may inspire young parents, letting them know that they are their child’s first and best teacher. StoryWalk programs have inspired children and adults to read together in all 50 states and 11 other countries. Recently a local parent said it was as if his kids were on a treasure hunt. “They couldn’t wait to find the next set of pages.” Overall, he said, “It’s beautiful.” With page one starting at Sunset Park toddler playground, young and old are encouraged to enjoy reading a children’s story book while following a half-mile, paved, accessible path where every thirty feet you will find another framed display showing two more pages of the story. Frames also offer early literacy skill-building activities in English and Spanish, to encourage further engagement with the book. The current StoryWalk book is How Big Is the World?, by Britta Teckentrup. Everyone can enjoy StoryWalk year round, with new story exhibits four times a year. When a new exhibit goes up, the previously displayed pages may be checked out with your library card! StoryWalk serves as an extension of the Library, and our target audience is in-home child care providers and families with small children. We also strongly encourage local schools, businesses, and other groups to visit StoryWalk. Share your experience directly with the Library or on social media. Your input is vital to the growth and success of this project. See you at Sunset Park, located at 655 Sunset Drive in Sedona! Sedona Public Library is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. We are grateful for all of our volunteers, and for the support we receive from Friends of the Sedona Library, City of Sedona, the property tax dollars we receive from Yavapai and Coconino Counties, and the gifts we receive from businesses, foundations, and individuals like you. Please support your library at www.sedonalibrary.org. Sedona Public Library Column for March 8, 2019 Written by Karen Mack, Youth Services Librarian Sedona Public Library is pleased to announce the return of Read Around Sedona, the Library’s community reading project. The goal of Read Around Sedona is to promote reading and discussing a specific book to bring the community together.
The featured book for Read Around Sedona 2019 is Arizona Kicks on Route 66, by travel writer Roger Naylor. Established in 1926, Route 66 was one of the original U.S. highways. During the Great Depression, it became the major path by which people migrated west seeking work, warm weather, and new opportunities. Today, Arizona contains the longest unbroken stretch of Route 66 still in existence, and exploring it is a trip not to be missed. As Naylor explains, “this is where you’ll find the world’s best-preserved meteor crater, one of the largest dry caverns in the U.S., remnants of ancient civilizations, and scenery that can’t be matched by any other state. Route 66’s fascinating history and present-day attractions are all detailed in Naylor’s book. Written as a travel guide, Arizona Kicks on Route 66 captures the astounding landscapes, small-town getaways, and homemade pies along the Arizona portion of the “Mother Road.” For people who remember traveling Route 66 when they were younger, it’s also chock-full of memories. The stunning images in the book are from Larry Lindahl, a longtime photographer for Arizona Highways and a Sedona resident. Copies of Arizona Kicks on Route 66 are available at the Library. As part of Read Around Sedona, the Library has planned programs based on Naylor’s book. Please check the events calendar on the Library website at www.sedonalibrary.org The kick-off event, featuring author Roger Naylor, will take place on Friday, April 5, at 10:30 a.m. in the community room at Sedona Public Library, 3250 White Bear Road. Route 66 is one of the author’s favorite topics, and he’s sure to be an engaging speaker. His books will be for sale following the program, and he will be available to sign them. A Cottonwood resident, Roger Naylor is one of Arizona’s premier travel writers. In 2018, he was inducted into the Arizona Tourism Hall of Fame. He has contributed to dozens of regional and national publications. He is the author of The Amazing Kolb Brothers of Grand Canyon and Boots and Burgers: An Arizona Handbook for Hungry Hikers. Look for his new book about Arizona state parks to be released soon. For more information about Roger Naylor, visit his website at www.rogernaylor.com. We are excited about this opportunity for our community and hope you will participate in Read Around Sedona 2019. Please contact Cheryl Yeatts at 928.284.1603 or email voc@sedonalibrary.org for more information. Sedona Public Library is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. We are grateful for all of our volunteers, and for the support we receive from Friends of the Sedona Library, City of Sedona, the property tax dollars we receive from Yavapai and Coconino Counties, and the gifts we receive from businesses, foundations, and individuals like you. Please support your library at www.sedonalibrary.org. Sedona Public Library Column for March 1, 2019 Written by: Cheryl Yeatts, Manager of Sedona Public Library in the Village Recent suggestions were so well received that I decided to continue to offer reading recommendations. I asked several patrons who frequently visit the Village library to suggest titles and authors. These titles were not necessarily published recently.
Tom R.: Everyone should read “The Blue Death: The Intriguing Past and Present Danger of the Water You Drink,” by Robert Morris. This was such a good book about the cholera epidemic in the 19th century and the history of waterborne diseases. Scientists are researching ways to keep our water safe. Gary: I really enjoyed David Baldacci’s latest novel, “Long Road to Mercy.” He introduced a new female character in Atlee Pine, and the setting was Arizona and the Grand Canyon. Baldacci never leaves you disappointed. Tom W.: I am a huge fan of James Lee Burke. I lived in the New Orleans area for twelve years, so I can relate to the culture, the music, the food, and the setting of Burke’s novels. I collect all of James Lee Burke’s books. I just finished “The New Iberia Blues, the latest book in the Dave Robicheaux series. I think it is one of his best. Paul: I recently read James Lee Burke’s latest book, “The New Iberia Blues,” and would have to agree that it was one of his best. The author’s use of language turns the prose into a mosaic. He gives you just enough information along the way to make a good guess at the villain. I recommend reading earlier books in the Dave Robicheaux series to get background information and to gain a better understanding of character development. John: I am recommending “Red Notice: A True Story of High Finance, Murder, and One Man’s Fight for Justice.” The author is Bill Browder. This is a real-life political thriller about an American financier in Russia, the murder of his Russian attorney, and Browder’s dangerous mission to expose the Kremlin’s corruption. Kevin: I like the Walt Longmire series by Craig Johnson. I can’t think of any specific titles, but I can recommend authors. Clive Cussler, John Sandford, C.J. Box, Lee Child, and Randy Wayne White are among my favorites. Tom G.: I recently read John Grisham’s “The Reckoning.” I have read all of his novels and enjoyed them all. What I liked most about “The Reckoning” was that although it was built around a court case, it was different from previous Grisham novels and totally unpredictable. Rod: I enjoyed and recommend “Gale Force,” by Owen Laukkanen. Action-loving readers should be thrilled with this one. This book is filled with bravery, betrayal, sudden twists, and pure excitement. From the author of the acclaimed Stevens and Windermere novels, a new heroine emerges. These titles are available in various formats from the Yavapai Library Network. Do you enjoy reading? If so, please share your reading recommendations the next time you visit the Library. Please contact Cheryl Yeatts at 928.284.1603 or email voc@sedonalibrary.org for more information. Sedona Public Library is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. We are grateful for all of our volunteers, and for the support we receive from the City of Sedona, the property tax dollars we receive from Yavapai and Coconino Counties, and the gifts we receive from businesses, foundations, and individuals like you. Please support your library at www.sedonalibrary.org. Sedona Public Library Column for February 22, 2019 Written by Cheryl Yeatts, Manager of Sedona Public Library in the Village February is a perfect time to remember the value of libraries and to support the one you love the most: Sedona Public Library. “Show your love" by using, promoting and contributing to the Library. Here are 28 tips, one for each day of the month.
Use Our Services: We have many, but there are several you might not know. 1. Going on vacation? Lighten your suitcase and download a book. 2. Need a room for a club meeting? We’ve got you covered at the best rates in town. 3. Take a walk down memory lane with easy access to microfilm copies of Sedona Red Rock News going way back. 4. Do you commute? Ease the headache of heavy traffic while listening to a favorite novel or author. 5. Borrow a romantic comedy, and watch it with your honey, in Spanish or English. 6. Speaking of romance, plan an affordable date with that special someone. Stroll through local artist Mike Medow’s “Whimsical Village,” then enjoy Northern Arizona Watercolor Society’s art show. Next, take a selfie with T-Rex and finally, watch a movie like Bohemian Rhapsody or The Wife. All for free! 7. Need to chill? Sit at our community jigsaw puzzle--how many pieces can you find? 8. When the kids are driving you crazy, plan a family afternoon. Begin at Sunset Park and follow the StoryWalk path, then head to the Library where the kids can play games and you can catch up on your reading. 9. Behind on your New Year’s resolution? Remember, you can learn a new language with our online software. 10. Enjoy reading national newspapers in print? Consider getting comfy with the New York Times or Wall Street Journal. Promote: We’re a small town, and word of mouth is vital to spreading good news. 11. Come in and get to know us, take a tour, ask a hard question, then tell your friends what you learned. 12. Make our day! When you’re here, tell us why you love the Library or how we’ve helped you out. 13. We like you! Like us back on Facebook, and share posts about our programs, and then share again. What’s not to like? 14. Talk is cheap! Tell friends and new neighbors about the free services you’ve used, and what programs you attended. 15. Write a letter to the editor about the many ways our services made a difference in your life. 16. Visit sedonalibrary.org and sign up for our e-newsletter, it’s mobile friendly! Contribute: We’re unusual amongst libraries as we’re a 501c3, dependent on your support, and there are many ways to show your love. 17. It’s easy to donate at sedonalibrary.org/donate. 18. Love our magazine section? Why not donate the subscription cost for your favorites? 19. Honor your loved ones by donating leaves for our Grandchildren’s Tree. 20. Want to love us forever? You can. Remember us in your estate plan. 21. Buy baguettes at Wildflower of Sedona because a portion of proceeds come to the Library. 22. Are you a local business that would like to offer a portion of your proceeds to the Library? Give me a call. 23. Love us monthly! Recurring gifts are a sustainable way to support our free services and programs. 24. Put your name on it! Join the donors listed outside our entryway. 25. Ask your employer about matching charitable gifts and make us the recipient. 26. Shop at the Friends Used Book Store - their mission is to support us, so buy a book or two. 27. Drop a fiver in one of our donation boxes. 28. Oh, and librarians and volunteers? They love chocolate. Sedona Public Library Column for February 15, 2019 Written by Anne Marie Mackler, Development Director With thousands of books being published every year, how do you choose which books to read? If you don’t have time to browse the shelves at the Library, the staff and library volunteers are always eager to share their book recommendations. I asked a number of these dedicated readers to reflect on books they read in 2018. (These titles were not necessarily published in 2018.)
Suggestions from Library Staff: Kay: Because of The Great American Read, I read “A Prayer for Owen Meany,” by John Irving. I found it very thought-provoking. Elizabeth: I enjoyed reading “My Brilliant Friend,” by Elena Ferrante, and look forward to seeing the HBO adaptation when it comes out on DVD. Anne Marie: My book for last year would be "Beloved," by Toni Morrison. I love all things Toni Morrison. Cheryl: I can’t stop thinking about “Educated: A Memoir,” by Tara Westover. If you are a fan of “Under the Tuscan Sun,” then pick up Frances Mayes’s latest book, “Women in Sunlight.” Stacie: I am recommending “Before We Were Yours,” by Lisa Wingate. I read this book for my book club. Suggestions from Library Volunteers: Carol: “The House of Scorta,” by Laurent Gaudé is a well-written story that recounts the saga of the Scorta family, “one of infamous crimes, forsaken loves, and lifelong secrets.” Deb: “Enlightenment Now: The Case for Reason, Science, Humanism and Progress,” by Steven Pinker, will make you think. For a laugh, read “The Road to Little Dribbling: Adventures of an American in Britain,” by Bill Bryson. Holly: I feel everyone should read “Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End” by Atul Gawande. As a nurse, I often observed medical care prolonging life but also prolonging suffering. This book would be helpful to families in making choices about what they want toward the end of life. Ilana: I have two suggestions. The first is "The Dalai Lama's Cat,” by David Michie. The second is "A Gentleman In Moscow," by Amor Towles. Both were wonderful for very different reasons. Janice: “The Long Haul: A Trucker’s Tales of Life on the Road,” by Finn Murphy, is one of my favorite books. I liked reading about the author’s experiences with the moving industry. Mary: I am recommending two nonfiction books: “The Line Becomes a River,” by Francisco Cantú, and “Dopesick: Dealers, Doctors, and the Company That Addicted America,” by Beth Macy. Valerie: In “Exit West,” by Mohsin Hamid, I found the combination of magical realism set in the modern world fascinating. The love story, coupled with the possibility of escape through doorways to different unpredictable areas of the world, made it possible for me to read a narrative of civil war in a country in the Middle East. These titles are available in various formats from the Yavapai Library Network. If you need assistance placing a hold, please contact the Library. For more information please call Cheryl Yeatts, Manager of Sedona Public Library in the Village, at 928-284-1603, or email voc@sedonalibrary.org. Sedona Public Library is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation. Your gifts supplement our funding from the City of Sedona, Coconino and Yavapai County property taxes, and Friends of the Sedona Library. Your donation may be sent to 3250 White Bear Road, Sedona, AZ 86336 or you may contribute online at sedonalibrary.org. Thank you for your support! Sedona Public Library Column for February 8, 2019 Written by Cheryl Yeatts, Manager of Sedona Public Library in the Village This February, Sedona Public Library is celebrating Love Your Library Month. It’s our way of encouraging you to take advantage of the many free services we offer and for you to demonstrate your support for the Library.
If you don’t have a library card, now is the perfect time to apply for one. Get your free card at the main library in West Sedona (3250 White Bear Rd.) or Sedona Public Library in the Village (51A Bell Rock Plaza). Bring your photo ID and proof of local residency. Your library card will give you access to over one million library materials at 42 libraries in the Yavapai Library Network. Lost your card? During February we are waiving the $5 replacement card fee. So stop in and get a new card, completely free of charge. Many programs to meet a variety of interests are planned for Love Your Library Month. These are some of the programs and displays offered at the main library in February:
Join us for the following programs in the Village of Oak Creek:
A special program will take place at the Performing Arts Center:
Sedona Public Library is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation. Your gifts supplement our funding from the City of Sedona, Coconino and Yavapai County property taxes, and Friends of the Sedona Library. Your donation may be sent to 3250 White Bear Road, Sedona, AZ 86336 or you may contribute online at sedonalibrary.org. Thank you for your support! Sedona Public Library Column for February 1, 2019 Written by Virginia Volkman, Director 2018 was another big year for book-to-film adaptations. Popular adaptations included Ready Player One, A Wrinkle in Time, and the blockbuster hit Crazy Rich Asians. Several adaptations were nominated for the recently awarded Golden Globes. In 2019, you can look forward to film versions of the novels “The Goldfinch,” “Where’d You Go Bernadette,” “The Woman in the Window,” and more.
Here is a selection of book/film pairings that you can start enjoying now. These books and DVDs can be placed on hold through the Yavapai Library Network catalog.
Coming soon are these movie adaptations of books available to read now. Look for the DVDs in the library catalog in upcoming weeks:
I hope you enjoy seeing your favorite stories on screen, as well as learning about books from their film adaptations. Sedona Public Library is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. We are grateful for all of our volunteers, and for the support we receive from the City of Sedona, the property tax dollars we receive from Yavapai and Coconino Counties, and the gifts we receive from businesses, foundations, and individuals like you. Please support your library at www.sedonalibrary.org. Sedona Public Library Column for January 25, 2019 Written by Elizabeth Cate, Collection Development Librarian You’re sure to find something to your liking with the variety of programs that the Library is offering this month. We’re listing a sample, most of which are offered in the Si Birch Community Room at the main library on White Bear Road in West Sedona. The book discussion on January 29 will be at Sedona Winds in the Village of Oak Creek.
Saturday, January 19, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. T'ai-Chi Ch'uan Introductory Workshop with Blaine Harris. With 40+ years’ experience, instructor Blaine Harris provides an introductory workshop and discussion about the ancient art of T'ai-Chi Ch'uan and its practical applications for health. Question and answer session to follow. Beginners are welcome. Wednesday, January 23, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Bad Men, Bad Times & Beautiful Dolls: The Pulp Fiction Era. Writing under the nom de plume, Nicolas D. Charles, Dr. Gary Lindner is an active member of the Private Eye Writers of America. He will discuss the writing styles and authors of the pulp fiction era of American literature (the 1900s through the 1950s) and explain how the genre served as the foundation for nearly all other fiction genres that followed. He will compare that era and present publishing environments with highlights from his personal experiences. His mystery series is set during the Great Depression and features Chicago’s Private Investigator Nick Verriet. Saturday, January 26, 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Preventative Health through Ayurveda and Meditation. At this program, Marie-Josephine Royall-Schreck, an RN, certified meditation teacher, and yoga therapist, will introduce the Ayurvedic perspective on maintaining a balanced state of health through daily habits, including meditation. Monday, January 28, 6:00 to 7:45 p.m. Free movies at the Library on Monday nights start at 6 p.m. in the community room. “Searching,” about a desperate father attempting to locate his missing daughter through her digital footprints, is featured this week. Tuesday, January 29, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Community Book Discussion. Participate in the book discussion of "Reading Lolita in Tehran: A Memoir in Books," by Azar Nafisi at Sedona Winds. Pick up your loaner copy at Sedona Public Library in the Village or place a hold in the Yavapai Library Network catalog. Wednesday, January 30, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Sock Monkeys: America's Love Story. Author Dee Lindner invites you to join in the fun of America’s red-heel sock monkey tradition, which has sparked interest around the world. Learn about its origin and view vintage and modern red-heel socks and sock monkeys from her collection. Her creations have been featured on radio and television, and in magazines and newspapers. Share your own sock monkey and story, time permitting. Access our online events calendar at www.sedonalibrary.org to view the monthly schedule of programs at the Library. In addition to special one-time programs we offer regular monthly programs such as the Book Club, Coffee with a Veteran, Conversational French, Conversational Spanish, English as a Second Language Class, Great Decisions Discussion Group, Investment Club, Sedona Writers Salon, and Sit and Stitch. Additional adult programs are offered by nonprofit organizations that hold their meetings at the Library and by private individuals and groups that rent the Library’s meeting spaces. Be sure to also look for our regular and special programs that are offered for youth of all ages, from babies to teens. Sedona Public Library is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation. Your gifts supplement our funding from the City of Sedona, Coconino and Yavapai County property taxes, and Friends of the Sedona Library. Your donation may be sent to 3250 White Bear Road, Sedona, AZ 86336 or you may contribute online at sedonalibrary.org. Thank you for your support! Sedona Public Library Column for January 18, 2019 Written by Virginia Volkman, Library Director Just in time to ward off the post-holiday blues and to brighten up some otherwise dreary and wet days, the quilts are up and visitors and residents are flocking in to see them.
This year, Sedona Public Library’s Annual Quilt Show once again showcases the creativity of our local quilters against the architectural beauty of the Library. The show runs through Thursday, February 14. We’re grateful to store-owner Cynthia Cunningham for continuing this tradition. As always, the diverse display of traditional and contemporary quilts is stunning. This year’s show features more animal-inspired quilts than usual, so be sure to look for the quilts mentioned below. "Fiona - An Irish Flamingo" (#7) is by Sheryl Bertelson, a long-time flamingo fanatic. When she saw the Laura Heine pattern, Pinkerton, it was love at first sight. Sheryl signed up for a class offered by Lynda Shepherd at the local quilt store, and Fiona was born. "In the Savanna" (#8) was created by Magdalena Castillo-Cockrum. She used Laura Heine's Giraffe pattern. Maggie was inspired to think outside the box and play with various fabrics to allow her giraffe to come alive. Dottie Hamm did the long arm quilting. "Cabin Window" (#12) was made by Carolyn Witcher, as a tribute to her orange Hawaiian cats: Radar, Sonar, Rambo and Kapono. She based it on a pattern by Stephen Seifert and Elizabeth Schwartz. "Cardinals" (#23) is by Joanne Brosz. She was enchanted by the book "Blended Quilts" by Marsha McCloskey & Sharon Evans Yenter, which she found at a quilt store in Center Harbor, NH, on Lake Winnipesaukee. The pattern is Victoria's Garden. "Hummingbirds" (#24) is also by Joanne Brosz, and incorporates a hummingbird panel and vibrant colors. We hope that you enjoy another delightful show of quilts. We are fortunate to have a talented community of quilters in our area, who generously share their treasures with us. Sedona Public Library is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation. Your gifts supplement our funding from the City of Sedona, Coconino and Yavapai County property taxes, and Friends of the Sedona Library. Your donation may be sent to 3250 White Bear Road, Sedona, AZ 86336 or you may contribute online at sedonalibrary.org. We appreciate your support! |
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