Community Calendar

What change would you like to see in the Verde Village?
The Verde Village Community Connection (VVCC) asks this question of all Verde Village residents, whether homeowners or renters. Share your input on a quick survey at VVCC.life/survey to identify and understand your needs and how the VVCC may be able to help meet them.
Let the VVCC know what types of events you prefer, what should become of the Community Pool and Duck Pond on Del Rio Drive, and what programs could be developed to help you. Please respond by January 31 for inclusion in the VVCC Annual Report. Paper copies of the survey are available at the Free Library on the front porch of the Ranch House at the Community Center.
For more information, see our website vvcc.life or email info@vvcc.life

What change would you like to see in the Verde Village?
The Verde Village Community Connection (VVCC) asks this question of all Verde Village residents, whether homeowners or renters. Share your input on a quick survey at VVCC.life/survey to identify and understand your needs and how the VVCC may be able to help meet them.
Let the VVCC know what types of events you prefer, what should become of the Community Pool and Duck Pond on Del Rio Drive, and what programs could be developed to help you. Please respond by January 31 for inclusion in the VVCC Annual Report. Paper copies of the survey are available at the Free Library on the front porch of the Ranch House at the Community Center.
For more information, see our website vvcc.life or email info@vvcc.life

Stop by the NACA Oak Creek Overlook Vista for beautiful & authentic Native American crafts! Our Artisans can also be found at the Grand Canyon Tusayan Museum!

The Overlook Vista is open daily from 8 AM to 4 PM, depending on the weather. Crafts that can be found at our Artisans' tables include jewelry, ornaments, pottery, sculptures and much more! Check out the Oak Creek Overlook Facebook and Yelp pages for more info and up-to-date hours.

If you have questions or would like general information, please contact Pearl Tsosie at (928) 526-2968 ext.135 or email her at ptsosie@nacainc.org

The City of Flagstaff Beautification, Arts & Sciences program is seeking passionate community members to join selection panels for public art projects. Participation involves evaluating artists, proposals, or engaging in discussions about projects. Total time commitment is approx. 4-12 hours across multiple days. No art experience required.

Warm up with the library during these chilly months and take part in a winter bingo challenge for adults and teens 13+. Between January 2 and February 28, earn a prize by completing a bingo with four fun library themed tasks in a row! To play, pick up a bingo sheet at the Ask a Librarian desk on the second floor of the library then return your completed sheet to a librarian by February 28. For more information, visit or call the Ask a Librarian desk at 928.777.1526.

You won't want to miss this display of stunning area photos accompanied by the history of Prescott's open space and even more information. The exhibit is on the 2nd floor of the Prescott Public Library.

Attend one of the longest running statewide art shows in Arizona, the 61st annual Glendale Arts Council Juried Fine Arts Show. Held at Historic Saguaro Ranch Park in the Fruit Packing House, admission is free. All entries are exhibited and for sale on January 11th and 12th from 10-5. The Juried Show and Sale begins January 14th and is open daily through February 2nd. The Glendale Art Council’s exhibit shows off original sculptures, oils, water colors, and much more from artists across Arizona. A portion of all art sales provides grants and scholarships that promote fine art in our community.

Over the weekend of January 24-26, 2025, the Shops at Norterra in North Phoenix will host a local version of Sedona’s popular Oak Creek Arts & Crafts Shows. Featuring demonstrations by artists, an interactive art installation, live entertainment, and more, the Shops at Norterra Art Festival will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day at 2460 W. Happy Valley Rd., Phoenix, Ariz. 85085. Admission is free.

A key highlight of the Shops at Norterra Art Festival is the diverse assortment of art and handcrafted items on display and available for purchase, including paintings, photography, pottery, jewelry, and Native American pieces. Artists at the event will be providing demonstrations of how they create their works, offering firsthand insight into the artistic process. Attendees will also have the opportunity to join in creating new works of art by painting on three large interactive murals, which will be raffled off at the end of the festival. In addition to the incredible art on display, the festival will feature a vibrant atmosphere with live entertainment, including a dynamic drum circle that invites audience participation and performances by various talented musicians.

The Shops at Norterra Art Festival is the latest event presented by Marlo Johnson Promotions, a Sedona, Ariz.-based group that seeks to provide inspiring venues for the finest local artisans, craftspeople, and vendors.

For more information, please visit https://oakcreekartsandcraftsshow.com.

Earth and Fire: A Ceramics Exhibition & Sale

January 3rd – 31st, 2025

Ceramics education has been integral to the Arts Center since it was founded. The Arts Center has educated and developed so many noteworthy ceramicists over the years that we couldn’t let this year pass without celebrating ceramics contribution to the arts in Arizona as well as the artists who’ve graced Sedona Arts Center’s halls over the years.

Opening Reception: Friday, January 3, 2025 from 4p-6p at Celebrate Sedona.

Out of the Fire Student Ceramic Sale

January 24th – 26th, 2025

Join us for our BIGGEST Out of the Fire sale we've had! Showcasing brilliant works by student ceramicists at Sedona Arts Center!

Located in the Historic Art Barn, we will host over 40 Artists showcasing their unique ceramics.

Friday, January 24, 2025 - Opening reception from 4p-6p
Saturday, January 25, 2025 - 10a-5p
Sunday, January 26, 2025 - 12noon-5p