Verde Valley Families

2011-10-20T12:40:00.000-07:00

Halloween in Sedona and the Verde Valley! CAMP VERDE- Camp Verde Fall Family Festival is 6-8:30 p.m. at Parkside Church on Camp Lincoln Road across from Camp Verde Unified School District. There will be games, prizes, giveaways and a Trunk-or-Treat at this free event. For more information, call (928) 567-3577 or visit www.parksidecampverde.com. CLARKDALE-6-8pm on Main Street. Free.

Sign Mommy

2010-08-31T12:46:00.002-07:00

Faulty Reporting on a Flawed Study on Home Birth

2010-07-27T09:38:00.000-07:00

Faulty Reporting on a Flawed Study on Home Birth

Sing, Say, & Sign in Sedona

2010-07-26T10:00:00.000-07:00

Join me again for Sing, Say, & Sign on Thursday, July 29, 10:30am at the Sedona Public Library! Sign Language is a wonderful way to communicate with your pre-verbal child and continues to have value as your child begins to talk. During this 30 minute class we will sing songs, read stories, and learn new signs. After this class, we will return to the regular schedule of meeting on the 2nd and 4th

Music for Tots - Spring Registration Deadline

2010-03-08T23:09:00.002-07:00

The SPRING CLASS REGISTRATION form is now up on the website. Classes begin the week of April 5th and the REGISTRATION DEADLINE is Monday, March 29th. Go to http://www.musicfortots.org/ for more information or to register for the Spring Semester!

40th Sedona St. Patty's Day Parade

2010-03-05T16:49:00.000-07:00

The 40th annual Sedona St. Patrick's Day Parade Saturday, March 6 beginning at 10:30am. It starts at the Sedona Heritage Museum and continues along Jordan Rd to Mesquite in Uptown Sedona. It will be followed immediately by the Parade Festival that goes until 3:00pm. Lots of children's activites are available FREE of charge. For more information follow visit http://www.sedonamainstreet.com/2010/

Sedona Super Style Swap

2010-02-23T23:22:00.000-07:00

Friday, February 26, 2:30 - 6:30pm The First Annual Clothing Exchange is being sponsored by the West Sedona School (located on Posse Grounds Road, behind the park). Everyone shops for FREE! You can bring aluminum cans for recycling or canned goods to donate. Everyone is welcome. Clothing and shoes in all sizes, plus handbags and backpacks (no undergarments or socks, please) are being accepted for

Sing, Say, & Sign in Sedona

2010-02-23T23:15:00.001-07:00

Don't forget! Sing, Say, & Sign will be at the Sedona Public Library on Thursday, February 25 at 10:30am. Join us for ASL for babies and kids through stories and songs! This class happens every month on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays. See you there!

Holistic Health Presentation

2010-01-28T19:44:00.001-07:00

The Holiday Countdown Begins!

2009-12-01T22:20:00.002-07:00

Can't believe it's December? Neither can I!! There are lots of Holiday events posted below on the calendar - if you have any to add, please let me know! The last Sing, Say, & Sign class of 2009 will be Thursday, December 10, 10:30am at the Sedona Public Library! Hope to see you there!Also, spread the word about Verde Valley Families and help support the site by using the advertiser links! Ask

Melt Downs 101

2009-11-20T00:20:00.003-07:00

What do you do when your child has a meltdown? How do you handle it? What kind of behavior does your child display? Is there hitting, kicking, biting, screaming? Can you tell what precipited the behavior? Hunger, tiredness, frustration? Share your experiences and insights here!

Boost Your Immune System and Stay Healthy!

2009-10-14T16:11:00.003-07:00

Check out drhansen.com for great information on natural immune boosters and flu preventatives!Hansen Clinic » Blog Archive » Natural Treatment Alternatives for the FluSource: www.drhansen.comThe best way to prevent the flu is to keep your immune system strong. Remember that every year only 5-20% of Americans get the Flu, which means that 80-95% of all Americans do NOT get the Flu each year. You

Sedona Gem & Mineral Show

2009-10-13T18:17:00.003-07:00

The 2009 Sedona Gem & Mineral show is this weekend - Oct. 17-18, at Red Rock High School in the Cafeteria. The show runs 10a-5p on Saturday and 10a-4p on Sunday and admission is FREE! There will be FREE prizes, games, and crafts in the Kids Corner and food and beverages will be available for purchase. Additional information at 928-300-8333 and 928-284-9547 or visit www.sedonagemandmineral.org.

Fort Verde Days this Weekend!

2009-10-07T16:46:00.002-07:00

Fort Verde Days begins on Friday at 4pm with the opening of the Carnival at the old Soccer Field followed by Dinner and Storytelling at 6pm in the Community Center and the Bull Bash at 7pm.Saturday - 7am, Kiwanis Breakfast; 10am, Parade; 11am, Carnival and Arts & Crafts Fair; 1:30pm, Kids Rodeo; 7pm, Bull Bash - and lots of other activities!Sunday - 9am, Roping at Arena Del Loma; 10am, Infantry

Uncommon Parenting

2009-09-24T19:17:00.000-07:00

This is some of the best parenting information I have found...Uncommon Parenting

Out of Africa Fun Pass Special

2009-09-23T10:36:00.000-07:00

Just found out that Out Of Africa Wildlife Park (http://www.outofafricapark.com/) is currently running a special on new type of annual pass called the Fun Pass. If you go to the park and pay full admission - add only $10 to the one-day price and you will receive a Fun Pass good for unlimited entries for a whole year! That's $36+$10=$46 for adults and $20+$10=$30 for kids 3 and over. That's less

Unconditional Love...

2009-09-22T22:39:00.000-07:00

3rd Annual Gluten Free Event at Mt. Hope!

2009-09-21T17:00:00.000-07:00

Saturday, September 26, 10am-2pmMount Hope is hosting its 3rd Gluten Free Celebration with lots of free samples, giveaways, and store specials. Don't forget to ask for the special children's bag! And don't forget to tell them you heard about it from Verde Valley Families!Guest speakers include:DR. TARYN FORRRELLI, NMDDR. SHAIDA SINA, NMDLYNN RUSCH, DIETICIANPAULA PLAPP, ALTERNATIVE GRAIN COOKING

Activities This Weekend

2009-09-18T19:59:00.002-07:00

Check the calendar below for a wide array of activities in the Verde Valley this weekend. There are Sustainability Classes in Camp Verde as well as the Thunder Valley Rally motorcycle rally at Cliff Castle Casino. In Sedona, there is the Community Fair at Airport Mesa, the Apple Fest at Slide Rock State Park, and the Celtic Harvest Festival in the Village of Oak Creek. In Old Town Cottonwood,

I'm learning, Mom...

2009-09-02T21:51:00.000-07:00

Sometimes my daughter pops out with the simplest statement that has the most profound meaning when I am listening with my heart as well as my ears. Tonight, she said "I'm learning, Mom..." She had called me from the bathroom to tell me that she was done with her bath and wanted to get out of the tub. She knew that I was working so I answered that I would be right there to help her clean up her

Gumptionfest - Parents Night Out Friday and Saturday at Imagine Art

2009-09-01T21:40:00.003-07:00

Imagine Art, located at 90 Brewer Rd, will be hosting a Parents' Night Out where parents can enroll their children, aged 8 and up, in art projects, games, and fun under supervision while the adults attend Friday and Saturday night’s Gumptionfest events. The program runs Friday and Saturday from 6-9pm and includes a pizza party, games, and a $10 ceramic project for each child to complete and take

GumptionFest This Weekend!

2009-09-01T08:46:00.003-07:00

The Gumptionfest Family Zone is located in the parking lot/alley behind Sedona Adventure on Coffee Pot Drive, across the street from Basha's parking lot, and will be open from 10am-6pm Saturday and Sunday. Go to http://www.gumptionfest.com/ for more information on other festival activities.Family Zone ScheduleSATURDAY, SEPT. 5THInteractive Workshops:10:30-10:45 GumptionFable11:00-11:45 Tina

Safe Canning Practices Class in Cottonwood

2009-08-18T16:47:00.001-07:00

Saturday, August 22, an introduction to safe canning principles workshop will be held from 10 a.m. to noon at the Cottonwood Public Safety Building, 199 S. Sixth St. in Cottonwood. The workshop will be presented by Marta Elva Stuart, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, who will introduce basic food safety principles to properly can foods using the hot water bath method for high acid foods and the

Sept. 11 - Homeschoolers' Luau in Cottonwood

2009-08-16T11:36:00.002-07:00

Attention all Home School Families: You are invited to the annual Back to School Kick-Off Luau hosted by the Verde Valley Home Educators at Garrison Park, South Paula Street, in Cottonwood, next to the Public Library from 5 to 7 p.m.The vision of the Verde Valley Home Educators is to provide encouragement and support for the home school families of the Verde Valley area through networking

Sept. 19-20 - Camp Verde Sustainable Weekend

2009-08-16T11:28:00.005-07:00

The Citizens Committee for a Camp Verde Library has begun registration for four of its sustainable living classes. The four classes and their respective fees are: Soap Making ($30), Rainwater Harvesting ($20), Beginning Spinning ($55) and Novice to Expert Backhoe Operation ($65). Other classes to be offered are Seven Ways to Use the Sun at Home ($20), Making Goat Cheese (taught by Romana from

Camp Verde Cornfest

2009-07-17T22:14:00.004-07:00

Saturday, July 18, 200918th Annual Cornfest5:00PM - 11:00PM Camp Verde Community Center Soccer FieldAdmission is free.Roasted Corn and other delights. Family fun, food, music and Fun & Games for all Ages!!! Corn provided by Hauser & Hauser Farms; Verde Valley Rangers Beer Garden.Also, Golden Cobra Boxing Presents: 6th Annual Cornfest Boxing Championships, inside the Community Center Gym (Boxing

Goof & Giggle Registration

2009-07-17T22:09:00.004-07:00

It's not too late to register for the Goof & Giggle session that starts July 21! Contact Sharen at 301-7339 or go to http://www.goofandgiggle.com/ for more information!GOOF & GIGGLEWHERE LAUGHTER AND LEARNING COLLIDE!928 301-7339 http://www.goofandgiggle.com/ Goof & Giggle LLCTEACHER: Sharen Pearson Host of “Baby D.I.Y.”TV Show on Baby First TV.CREATE: BABY ARTMUSIC: OLD TUNES-NEW WORDSEXPLORE:

New Local Midwife!

2009-07-12T16:38:00.005-07:00

This post is from Maryn Leister who has just opened her midwifery practice in the Verde Valley! If you have any questions, check out her website at http://www.redrockmidwifery.com/.Another Option for Homebirthers in the Verde Valley!!I am excited to announce the opening of a new midwifery practice that caters to the women of Northern Arizona--Red Rock Midwifery. I began my study of midwifery

Missoula Children's Theater comes to Verde Valley

2009-05-21T19:46:00.001-07:00

The Verde Valley Concert Association is proud once again to present Missoula Children's Theatre throughout the Verde Valley this summer. The Clarkdale Jerome School will host the 2009 production of The Princess and the Pea in the gym June 8-13. There will also be free theater workshops.For information regarding Clarkdale MCT please call Betsy Williams at 639-1693.

Area Farmers Markets are Coming!

2009-05-17T18:16:00.000-07:00

There will be lots of Farmer's Market in the Verde Valley and surrounding areas this year! The Verde Valley CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) began May 13. It will be held at Windmill Park, Cornville from 4-6pm on Wednesdays. Even if you are not a member, there will be merchants available that you can purchase from directly during the CSA hours.Here are listings for the local markets and some

Playgroup at Montezuma Well

2009-05-16T21:02:00.002-07:00

The summertime playgroup at the Well has returned. Join us on Tuesday mornings at 10am at Montezuma Well for fun and friendship! Bring your bathing suits and a picnic lunch. Montezuma Well is located between Rimrock and the Village of Oak Creek on Forest Road 119 (the dirt extension of Beaver Creek Road). If you need specific directions, let me know. We meet in the picnic area which is an

Gardening Workshop Tomorrow

2009-05-15T21:13:00.001-07:00

This event is FREE and the children are welcome - bring some gloves to help work in the garden following the presentation!Composting Workshop w/ Worms at Su Petersen's Goat FarmSaturday, May 16, 8:30-12pmThe day starts at 8:30 with visiting with the goats. Composting with worms and soil management discussion begins at 9:00am with expert gardeners Merle and Michele Herrick. Su Petersen will speak

Naomi Aldort Free Teleseminar

2009-05-15T20:47:00.000-07:00

Free Conference Call for Parents -Features Naomi Aldort, author of Raising Our Children, Raising Ourselves. Naomi teaches parents how to be with children so that they are free to be their magnificent selves. Parents say that what they get from working with Naomi is much more than parenting help, they get self-realization, which frees them to see their children with clarity and wisdom.Call Date:

May Faire in Cornville

2009-04-30T21:38:00.004-07:00

Desert Star Community Charter School will present the First Annual May Faire on Saturday, May 2 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Windmill Park in Cornville. Come enjoy May Dances, children and family activities, create your own flower garlands, games, crafts, live music, a raffle and great food and drink. There will be fun and games for kids of all ages including a sand treasure hunt, tug of war,

Verde Valley Fair Opens Today

2009-04-29T21:06:00.001-07:00

The Verde Valley Fair opens today with fun for the whole family. The fairgrounds are full of great attractions and there will entertainment, games, and livestock exhibits every day. Country star Joe Diffie will perform on the main stage (Rodeo Area) Friday night and Mark Chesnutt is scheduled for Saturday night. Children 5 and under get in FREE!Check out the Verde Valley Fair website for more

Love & Logic Parenting Classes

2009-04-26T19:07:00.000-07:00

LOVE AND LOGICHelping parents raise more responsible children.Ages 1 year to 5 years will be discussed.(Love and Logic is for every age, the discussion by Kim & Shana will be for 1-5 years)Even if you are expecting, or have an older child, we invite you to come hear what Love and Logic is all about. It will change you and your child’s life in a very positive way.What is Love and Logic?Love and

Herbal Woman Study Group

2009-04-23T18:47:00.002-07:00

Herbal Woman Study Group in CornvilleApril 25th 9-12Join with a circle of Wise Women to rediscover your ancient wisdom and connection to plants. We focus on one healing plant ally per session and do an intuitive journey with the plant followed by book study, discussion and medicine making with the plant. Wonderful take home hand-outs to build your herbal notebook.$15.00 to attend the group (

Verde Valley Birding and Nature Festival

2009-04-20T22:00:00.000-07:00

Saturday, April 25 is the Family Nature Fair portion of the VV Birding and Nature Fest!'In addition to general exhibits, scheduled events include:8am - 10:30am: Beginning Birding for Kids11am - 12 pm: Venomous Critters2pm - 3pm: Bighorn SheepHere's some info from their website -Participants to the Fair DO NOT NEED TO REGISTER FOR THE BIRDING FESTIVAL and to attend need only pay the usual park

Naturally Colored Easter Eggs

2009-04-07T20:34:00.003-07:00

Here is a great article - from Mothering Magazine - with the things you can use to naturally and non-toxicly (is that a word??) color your Easter Eggs! Check out Coloring Your Easter Eggs Naturally.

Easter Egg Hunts

2009-04-05T10:45:00.000-07:00

I have listed a couple of Easter Egg Hunts that I am aware of in the calendar below - do you know of any others? How 'bout Cottonwood, Cornville, Clarkdale, Jerome? Anyone know the details on Camp Verde's? I've heard some negative things about theirs - that they don't wait until the scheduled time to start so that many people arrive and the hunt is already over! Have you had an experience with

Bus Trip to the Phoenix Zoo - April 26

2009-04-02T10:40:00.000-07:00

Camp Verde Parks & Recreation is hosting a bus trip to the Phoenix Zoo on April 26. Let's get a big group of our families signed up for this trip! Skyrah and I already have our reservation! Come and join us!!Cost is $15 for adults (13 years and up), $5 for children (3 to 12 years) and $10 for seniors (60 & up). Prices INCLUDE Zoo admission! Bring your own lunch/water or purchase at the zoo. The

Buzzard Day Rendezvous

2009-04-01T19:38:00.003-07:00

April 4, 2009 - Noon until the campfire goes out!Join us at Sycamore Park in Lake Montezuma to celebrate the annual Buzzard migration that signifies that Summer is just around the corner! A great community event that had over 300 participants last year! Everything is free and open to the public (last year the Kiwanis accepted donations for the food...).The day includes the inaugural Great Chili

History of the Soldier at Fort Verde

2009-03-31T19:35:00.001-07:00

April 4 and 5, 2009Soldiers from all eras will be on display at the annual History of the Soldier at Fort Verde State Historic Park, 125 E. Hollamon St., Camp Verde. Saturday, the event is 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., with an 8:30 a.m. flag-raising both days. This is a time to pay tribute to our soldiers from the Revolutionary War to the present. There will be military

A Celebration of Nurturing Touch!

2009-03-30T20:23:00.007-07:00

Celebrate Nurturing Touch and Infant Massage Reunion!April 2, 2009 - 10am - 7pmHealing Arts Center753 N. Main StreetOld Town CottonwoodFor More Information: 634-7470 ext 207As many are aware, community agencies are experiencing budget changes that are affecting many services to our area families. Healthy Families, which has sponsored our local Infant Massage Classes, is ONE such agency. It is

Activities This Week/Weekend

2009-03-10T22:31:00.002-07:00

Lots of things happening this week/weekend!Sing, Say, & Sign at the Sedona Public Library is 3/12 at 10:30am33rd Annual Gem & Mineral Show starts Friday 3/13 at the Verde Valley FairgroundsRimrock Mercantile is sponsoring an Electronics Recycling event 3/13-3/16St. Paddy's Day Parade in Sedona on 3/14And the Sedona/Verde Valley Spring Planting Festival sponsored by Sedona Community Gardens begins

Early Spring Farmers Market - March 21

2009-03-06T15:16:00.003-07:00

March 21, 10am - 1pm: Share in the early Spring harvest at Windmill Park in Cornville for "fresh, luscious, local foods grown and prepared with love!" Sponsored by the Verde Valley CSA. Contact verdevalleycsa@gmail.com for more information. See you there!

Sedona Women's Expo

2009-02-26T07:56:00.001-07:00

When: Sat. Feb. 28, 2009What Time: Starts at 10:00am to 2:00pmThis event is for all women who have an interest in Women's Business, Fashion, Jewelry, Beauty Products, Home Products, Family Products, Health & Wellness, etc. If you would like info about being a vendor please contact Louise at 928-300-3195 or via email at gadberry143@yahoo.comOrganizer/Performer: Louise/DiandraEvent Type:

The Northern Arizona Homebirth Meetup

2009-02-23T16:13:00.003-07:00

This article is a guest post from Maryn Leister - the next meeting of this group is this Sun, 3/2 - see below for more details...The Northern Arizona Homebirth MeetupWhat is it?The Northern AZ Homebirth meetup is a group that was created to support and educate the families in our area about birthing at home. It is not only a social outlet for families that have experienced homebirth, but more

Parenting Videos on YouTube

2009-02-16T18:00:00.000-07:00

Check out these wonderful parenting videos from Naomi Aldort (www.authenticparent.com - author of Raising Our Children, Raising Ourselves) on YouTube..."The Child Is Right" - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JooO_c3tBs4"My Child Doesn't Listen" - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8PQGIxM6IOI&NR=1Really great advice for truly being "in the moment" with your child and knowing that your child is always

Happy Valentine's Day!

2009-02-14T14:40:00.000-07:00

Happy Valentine's Day to all and thanks to everyone that came out to A Scoop Above for our ice cream Valentine Celebration! The kids really seemed to enjoy getting together and had lots of fun. And thanks to the staff at A Scoop Above who handled our rather large group with ease and perfection! The ice cream was great and I can certainly recommend the hot chocolate too! It's a great place to have

Celebrate Valentine's Day with the Kids

2009-02-05T13:13:00.001-07:00

Let's celebrate Valentine's Day with the kids at A Scoop Above in Cottonwood. It is located on Main Street in the same building as The Gingerbread House and opposite the Dairy Queen. A Scoop Above serves home-made Gelatto - a creamy ice cream treat - in assorted flavors. Scoops are only $1 each and children under 5 get one free scoop with any purchase. They have a playroom with assorted books and

La Leche League Monthly Meeting

2009-02-04T13:12:00.000-07:00

La Leche League meets on Wednesday, Feb. 11 at 10a at the Boys and Girls Club in Old Town Cottonwood.

Camp Verde Pecan, Wine & Antique Festival

2009-02-03T13:09:00.000-07:00

Lots of fun in Camp Verde for Valentine's weekend - pies and other goodies made from locally grown pecans will be available as well as other crafts and entertainment! Come on out and have some fun! The festival is Friday, 2/13 - 12-6p, Saturday 2/14 - 9a-5p, and Sunday, 2/15 - 1oa-4p. Call 567-0535, ext. 135 for additional information.

Yoga Day USA at the Healing Arts Center

2009-01-15T00:29:00.002-07:00

On January 24, 2009, Yoga Day USA will be at the Healing Arts Center at Fourth and Main St. in Old Town Cottonwood from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. There will be eight local yoga teachers giving free classes throughout the day, as well as four hours of videos of famous teachers. Carol Oveross, who teaches the Mommy & Me Yoga Class on Thursdays, is organizing the event.If you've never tried yoga or think you

Medical Student To Discuss Naturopathy

2009-01-14T23:41:00.004-07:00

On Tuesday, January 20, Andras Bucsinszky will be a guest at the Beaver Creek Kiwanis regular weekly meeting at 7:30 a.m. at the Ranch House in Lake Montezuma. Visitors are welcome.Andras is a fourth-year medical student at Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Tempe. His presentation to the local community is titled "What is a Naturopathic Physician?" He will talk about his education,

What's Your Favorite Recipe?

2009-01-13T18:00:00.000-07:00

Do you have a favorite recipe that you're willing to share? Post it here and let everyone enjoy it!I recently purchased a second-hand cookbook called The New York Times NEW Natural Food Cookbook - it was originally published in the early 70's! So, it's anything but "new" now - but it's wonderful!! Old-fashioned recipes with real food ingredients! These Peanut Butter and Banana Bars are great as a

La Leche League Meets this Wednesday!

2009-01-12T19:14:00.002-07:00

Don't forget - the LLL meets on Wednesday, January 14 at 10am at the Boys & Girls Club in Old Town Cottonwood (behind the Parks & Rec. building, where the Farmer's Market is). If you are thinking about breastfeeding, are currently breastfeeding, have questions about breastfeeding or have breastfed in the past, join us for camaraderie, support, and to share your story! Of course, babies and

Storytime Playgroup

2009-01-11T19:00:00.000-07:00

The Monday Storytime Playgroup will continue on a short hiatus while we get through the cold and unpredictable winter weather! Stay-tuned to see when we will resume weekly gatherings.The idea behind the storytime group is to help develop early literacy in our children, foster a love for reading, and have some fun! Each week a theme and story are chosen and children are encouraged to get excited

Peanut Gallery Has New Owners

2009-01-10T18:29:00.001-07:00

Sierra Palmer and her family have bought the Peanut Gallery and took the store over on Jan. 1! Stop by to meet the new owners and browse the store!Lucy, the former PG owner, is now running the furniture store on Main Street in Cottonwood called Furniture Link LLC (it used to be The Furniture Stop). Ready to upgrade your toddler bed to a twin? Drop by and see Lucy in her new location!

Happy New Year!

2009-01-01T00:00:00.002-07:00

A Blessed and Wonder-filled New Year to all!

New Years Eve

2008-12-30T23:39:00.002-07:00

The Salt Mine Cellar is a family-friendly establishment located on Finnie Flat Road in Camp Verde (between Basha's and Circle K on the curve) that will be hosting an Open Mike New Year's Eve celebration! Music will begin around 8:00pm!

Snow on Mingus Mountain

2008-12-19T09:46:00.003-07:00

The clouds have finally cleared enough that we can see Mingus Mountain from our house in Rimrock. It is coated with the white stuff! Though it means the weather has gotten colder - a bit tough on us desert dwellers! - it sure is pretty! And it is a reminder to appreciate what we have when we have it and not worry about what has been or what is to become. Sitting on the floor coloring with my

Special Guest at Sing, Say, & Sign - Sedona

2008-12-16T17:08:00.000-07:00

Don't forget that the last Sing, Say, & Sign class of 2008 will take place at the Sedona Public Library on Thursday, December 18 at 10:30am. We will learn some special signs for the Holidays AND have some very special guests! At the end of the program, Santa and Mrs. Claus have promised to stop by and visit with us! There will be treats for the kids and the chance to talk to Santa about your

Mrs. Claus at Camp Verde Library

2008-12-16T17:07:00.002-07:00

Mrs. Santa Claus will be at the Camp Verde Community Library on Wed. 12/17 at 10am for a children's program! (For you moms, this is the same performer that does Mother Goose in the Spring - she's a lot of fun!)

Is it snowing yet?

2008-12-16T11:55:00.002-07:00

Hope everyone is enjoying the weather - winter is definitely here! Is it snowing yet where you live? How 'bout y'all up in Jerome? I can't even see the top of Mingus Mountain from my house today! Just in case you're looking for something to do to get through the wet days - don't forget to read 10 Things To Do With Your Kids On A Rainy Day for some great ideas. Make some hot cocoa and relax! If

Camp Verde Holiday Celebration

2008-12-10T22:37:00.003-07:00

Don't forget the Camp Verde Holiday Celebration this Saturday, December 13. Have breakfast with Santa from 8 to 11 a.m. at the Community Center (the Old High School). Santa will stay until noon to visit with all the kids. There is a Craft Fair from 9am until 9pm with lots of homemade crafts and baked goods - great for gift-giving or for yourself! At 6pm the Parade of Lights will take place down

Sign Language Classes At Sedona Library

2008-12-05T11:14:00.002-07:00

Don't forget, the Sing, Say, and Sign program will be presented at the Sedona Public Library on Thursdays, December 11 and December 18 at 10:30am. Come and join us for signing fun!

La Leche League Resumes Meetings

2008-12-05T10:41:00.003-07:00

The La Leche League of the Verde Valley will resume meeting on Wednesday, December 10, at the Boys and Girls Club in Old Town Cottonwood. For more information visit the LLL of Northern Arizona.

Holidays in the Verde Valley

2008-12-05T10:19:00.004-07:00

Theres are lots of exciting things going on in the Verde Valley for the Holidays - here's a list of some of them. If you know of any others, especially for holidays other than Christmas, please leave them in the comments to share or send me an email with the details!Dec. 5Clarkdale Parks & Recreation is hosting a Family Movie Night at the Clarkdale-Jerome School. This month's movie will be in the

10 Things to Do With Your Kids on a Rainy Day

2008-11-29T13:59:00.007-07:00

Don't let the rainy weather get you down! There are lots of things to do when it's too nasty to play outside! And you don't even need the TV to chase away the blues! Try some of these!Have a parade! Get "dressed up" and grab some pots and pans and wooden spoons or other musical instruments and march around your living room for a while! You children will be delighted and it might even tire them

Happy Thanksgiving!

2008-11-27T20:17:00.007-07:00

Hope everyone is having a wonderful Thanksgiving! It is so important for all of us to express our gratitude for what we have each and every day. So, if you said a prayer of thanks today for the people and things in your life that you appreciate, remember to say it again tomorrow...and the next day...and the next...and so on. An "attitude of gratitude" every day will bring more of what you want

Welcome!

2008-11-25T23:40:00.009-07:00

Welcome to the new location for the Verde Valley Families event calendar! I have moved it to this blog space so that we could add more interaction and information on local family-friendly events. I also hope to share some valuable resources, tips, and stories with you and your family.Please feel free to leave your comments and suggestions. If you know of an event that others might be interested