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Changing of the Guard at VOCA
On April 21, VOCA elected three members to its Board of Directors for the 2012-2013 term.
Friday, May 25, 2012

Your one-stop for information and enjoyment: Sedona Library in Village
There are many reasons people use the services offered by public libraries.
Friday, May 25, 2012

Get 'connected' and keep Village vision alive
Work is continuing on Mel Copen’s Vision for the Village. A couple of weeks ago, I sent out an email through the Big Park Council’s email distribution system asking residents and businesses to give us their ideas on how a community center here might be used.
Friday, May 25, 2012

Another year of excellence at Big Park School
June – School is over for the year! We are celebrating successfully getting through another school year.
Friday, May 25, 2012

Water: What happens here doesn't stay here
The Verde River Basin Partnership (Partnership) is working to preserve the Verde River Basin’s groundwater and surface waters by providing scientific and educational resources for citizens, community leaders and educators.
Friday, May 25, 2012

A continuing celebration of Arizona's Centennial
Since the Centennial Year continues, let’s recall some of the interesting and/or weird events from Arizona’s past.

Actually, this oddity is current today.

Friday, May 25, 2012

Summer fun at VOCA-Kiwanis Park tennis courts
Tennis Anyone?

Two beautiful, well maintained tennis courts next to VOCA’s Kiwanis Park are available for everyone. Just think -- great exercise and terrific fun at the same time!

Friday, May 25, 2012

Best care you can give your pet is to bond with him
From Wikipedia: The human-animal bond can be defined as a connection between people and animals, domestic or wild: be it a cat as a pet or birds outside one’s window.
Friday, May 25, 2012

Sedona Library anniversary celebration June 6
Wednesday, June 6, is the anniversary of the 1994 opening of the Sedona Public Library on White Bear Road.
Friday, May 25, 2012

Tasty Promotion for 8th Graders
Families celebrating their 8th graders promotion to high school enjoyed a delicious barbecue with hamburgers, hot dogs and salads May 22nd before the Ceremony at Big Park Community School.
Friday, May 25, 2012

Bhuddha’s Dream opens doors, delights, in Village
In Bell Rock Plaza, there is a new shop, Bhuddha’s Dream LLC, that specializes in organic tea and gifts.
Friday, May 25, 2012

County Library District shares the wealth of reading
Yavapai County Free Library District (YCFLD) is a special district that was formed on June 1, 1987 by the Yavapai County Board of Supervisors.
Friday, May 25, 2012

Helping to preserve sustainable ranching
Through our involvement with the Verde Valley Community Supported Agriculture we were given the opportunity of purchasing a locally raised lamb through a program sponsored by the Navajo-Churro Sheep Presidium.
Friday, May 25, 2012

Authentic and American at Black Canyon Trading Post
If you’re weary of patronizing businesses far across the oceans, there is a fascinating alternative right here in the Oak Creak Factory Outlets.
Friday, May 25, 2012

Cook it from scratch & taste the difference
This month, I would like to talk about food "from scratch." What does this mean?
Friday, May 25, 2012

Village book sale planned this month
For those of you who still love a good book sale, your wait is almost over.
Friday, May 25, 2012

VOC author, illustrator unveil new children's book
Mary Louise Page, who writes under the pen name of Marisa Bonilla, and Tony De Luz, both Village of Oak Creek residents, will soon preview their new book, "Maria Luisa's Birthday Party.
Friday, May 25, 2012

Missoula Children’s Theatre Returns
An audition will be held for the Missoula Children’s Theatre production of Beauty Lou and the Country Beast June 4, 10 a.m. to noon.
Friday, May 25, 2012

Overall golf rounds up from a year ago at OCC
On May 16, the Men’s Club held its second business meeting of the year, a nice luncheon, attended by about 60 members.
Friday, May 25, 2012

Red Tee Report: What your golf associations do for you
Many of us take it for granted, but for the most part, golf associations are formally organized groups of volunteers that work very hard to run events, and provide support to us for the rules of golf and the handicap system. They deserve our awareness of what they do, our appreciation, and our support.
Friday, May 25, 2012

Jill Williams art on display at library
“I came up with this crazy idea of offering discounts and coupons at the reception for my art exhibit,” says Village resident Jill Williams, whose quirky artwork is on display at The Sedona Public Library in The Village until July 7.
Friday, May 25, 2012

Enjoying the great outdoors
One of the things that emerged from Mel Copen’s Vision Committee work was how much we appreciate our beautiful scenery and the ability to engage in outdoor activities during so much of the year.




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Monday, April 30, 2012

Many thanks for making mine a pleasant job
By the time this article is published, my term as President on the Board will have ended.
Monday, April 30, 2012

Redstone Grill to open May 2
The Village of Oakcreek Association is proud to announce the full opening of Redstone Grill & Patio Wednesday, May 2, for breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Monday, April 30, 2012

What will our legacy be?
Monday, April 30, 2012

New ownership for Marketplace Café
Yes, the rumor is true! After over 15 years of success in a corner of the outlet mall in the Village of Oak Creek, the Marketplace Café is officially under new ownership.
Monday, April 30, 2012

Arizona -- A continuing compendium of fun facts
First of all, a commercial. In case you missed the early hoopla, the U. S. first class postage stamp celebrating Arizona’s Centennial is a painting of our own Cathedral Rock (see photo).
Monday, April 30, 2012

A collection to fill all kitchen needs
With my wife demonstrating all the domestic inclinations of a bobcat, I am the sole member of the household that can claim ownership of an apron and the knowledge of what’s on sale at Weber’s.
Monday, April 30, 2012

Red Tee Chatter: golf season in full swing
The golf season certainly went into full swing in April with event on top of event.
Monday, April 30, 2012

The winners circle of OCC version of The Masters
The first major (our own MASTERS) of the year was held on March 28 and April 4, with the following results:
Monday, April 30, 2012


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