by Tori Ward, Cruise and Resort Specialist, ROX Travel Following our Botswana safari with friends this summer, we explored two other countries on the continent of Africa. First Zimbabwe for a quick trip to Victoria Falls. And since the water shortage in Cape Town has improved, it was a great place to decompress and conclude … Read More…
On Jan.1, 2017 the Elks Performing Arts Center officially opened for business. Steven Kartstein, the center’s manager and very first employee, has been here from day one. He offers an interesting perspective on where the Elks Performing Arts Center was when he walked in, as well as where he sees it now and in the … Read More…
by Blake Herzog Iconic Canadian circus and entertainment producer Cirque du Soleil has created yet another eye-popping spectacle, and it’s coming to Prescott Valley’s Findlay Toyota Center March 19-21. AXEL, described as an “electro-pop circus show on ice,” draws its energy from arena concerts, sports events, video games, manga, martial arts and other inspirations to … Read More…
by Drew Desmond, Secretary, Prescott Western Heritage Foundation It was a day 12 million years ago. Antelope, camels and prehistoric horses were peaceably grazing when lava and super heated ash started thundering toward the Earth’s surface. Suddenly, the ground shook violently and a volcanic eruption blew through a hill. “Clouds of fiery ash buried (the … Read More…
by Kelly Tolbert, Recreation Coordinator, City of Prescott The concept of “play” means different things to different people and is likely influenced by environment and culture. Play can easily be related to the opposite of work, which has a connotation to something that is obligatory, and play is more of an “at-will” endeavor. Scientific research … Read More…
All events take place at the Prescott Public Library, 215 E. Goodwin St. For additional information visit www.prescottlibrary.info or call 928-777-1500. Prescott Library Adult Events Ask the Handyman: Common Electrical Problems Saturday, Feb. 22 at 9:30 a.m. Join George Sverv, retired general contractor, as he shows you how to solve common electrical issues such as … Read More…
by Tori Ward, Cruise and Resort Specialist, ROX Travel Not that I don’t love preparing dinner on Dec. 25 for up to 30 people, but the cleanup is exhausting. Experts tell you to visualize your goals for successful results. As the holidays begin, I am visualizing a Christmas market cruise in Europe next year. I … Read More…
by Tracey Horn, Helken & Horn Advertising Agency If you are fortunate enough to be on Whiskey Row in downtown Prescott, Arizona at the stroke of 10:00pm or midnight you will be thrilled by the original Prescottonian spectacle of the Whiskey Row New Year’s Eve Boot Drop. Thousands will welcome 2020 on Tuesday, December 31st, … Read More…
by Marnie Uhl, President/CEO, Prescott Valley Chamber of Commerce The spirit of the season is alive and glowing in Prescott Valley. Its premier holiday destination, the Valley of Lights, anchors a community that celebrates the Christmas and holiday season with lights, music and art. Valley of Lights is a mile-long drive through animated and lighted … Read More…
by Kelly Tolbert, Recreation Coordinator, City of Prescott On a typical day, driving into Prescott from the east, Veterans Memorial Island Park may go largely unnoticed. It consists of the statue, flagpole, trees and other monuments perched between Sheldon and Gurley streets, just before drivers reach downtown. However, during the winter holiday months the park … Read More…