After Pennie Wamboldt retired from a career in law, she became the new owner of the Purple Cat Good Used Books shop and mini gallery last April. “As an attorney, I was completely burned out and wanted to have some fun. I wanted books, not problems,” she said. Purple Cat, which just celebrated its ninth anniversary, focuses on Prescott area authors and photographers. The walls of the small shop are adorned with beautiful photos that are also for sale. Wamboldt praises former owner Shari Graham … [Read more...] about Purple Cat Promotes Local Writers, Photographers
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New Start for Old Theater
December marks a fresh new start for a historic brick building that has served as the hub of community theater in Prescott for 55 years on the corner of Willis and Marina streets downtown. The story of the building begins in 1895 when its construction was completed and it opened its doors as the Sacred Heart Church in the center of the Catholic community in Prescott. The story continues in 1967, when the church building was purchased by Norma Hazeltine, a charter member of the Prescott Fine … [Read more...] about New Start for Old Theater
Global ‘Hush’ Sets Tone for ‘The Great Revitalization’
What would the professional environment look and feel like if business associates were excited about their work? Renowned organizational psychologist Alise Cortez, Ph.D., says today’s business environment requires conscious, inspirational leadership, a fresh understanding of the world and a whole new playbook anchored in meaning and purpose. These “essential ingredients” and their ability to unleash potential and increase organizational impact are discussed in her new book, “The Great … [Read more...] about Global ‘Hush’ Sets Tone for ‘The Great Revitalization’
Celebrating the New Year at the Whiskey Row New Year’s Eve Boot Drop
The New Year’s Eve Boot Drop returns for its 14th year, offering Northern Arizona’s biggest party right in downtown Prescott. On Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024, thousands will gather on Whiskey Row to witness the drop of a six-foot illuminated cowboy boot from the Palace Building’s 40-foot flagpole. The celebration includes two drops – one at 10 p.m., aligning with the New York City ball drop, and another at the stroke of midnight, both accompanied by spectacular fireworks. The Boot Drop not only … [Read more...] about Celebrating the New Year at the Whiskey Row New Year’s Eve Boot Drop
An Affinity for Recreational Vehicles, Community
Longtime Prescott area resident Bob Been is a fount of knowledge about everything having to do with recreational vehicles. But what many might not know is how much he has leveraged his success in the industry to boost his community. Been was born in Chateauroux, France. His father served in the Army Air Corps and later the U.S. Air Force. Growing up on a 100-acre farm in the Phoenix area, Been learned the work ethic and problem-solving skills that have defined his career. From the time he was … [Read more...] about An Affinity for Recreational Vehicles, Community
Generations of Flavor: How the Cabrals Built a Restaurant Legacy
People who enjoy dining out in the greater Prescott area or who attend events at the Findlay Toyota Center in Prescott Valley may well be familiar with the Gabby’s Family of Restaurants. “Family” is the operative word, as Jim and Kelley Cabral, along with most of their grown children and grandchildren, are all involved. Born in Rhode Island, Jim Cabral came to Prescott when he was 14, where he immediately started working delivering newspapers. He later became a traveling chef with Morrison’s … [Read more...] about Generations of Flavor: How the Cabrals Built a Restaurant Legacy
Desert Financial Credit Union Opens Willow Creek Branch
Desert Financial Credit Union marked the grand opening of its newest branch, 3179 Lakeview Plaza Lane in Prescott, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday, Nov. 1. The day’s celebration included a ribbon-cutting ceremony and random acts of kindness. In honor of its new Prescott branch, Desert Financial contributed more than $60,000 to local nonprofits during a “Week of Giving” leading up to the grand opening ceremony. Donations will benefit Prescott organizations dedicated to enhancing the … [Read more...] about Desert Financial Credit Union Opens Willow Creek Branch
Helping A Canine Hero Do His Job
There is certainly one guest you might want to consider inviting if you are a club organizer hosting a big luncheon with a speaker at the Prescott Resort and Conference Center, one of the biggest venues in Yavapai County. That would be Bentley, the golden Labrador retriever who works hard to detect explosives on the K-9 unit with the Yavapai-Prescott Tribal Police Department. This 8-year-old has been with the Tribal Police for six years and is certified through the National Canine Association … [Read more...] about Helping A Canine Hero Do His Job
Five Good Reasons to Leave Your Job
You may have heard: People don’t leave jobs, they leave bosses. And while I believe this to be very true, there are other good reasons to leave jobs. Here are five: 1. You Don’t Want Your Supervisor’s Job or Their Supervisor’s Job or Even the Corner Office I know this sounds really negative, but we can take the emotion out of this statement by looking at your situation objectively. It may be that you accepted your position because you have a specific skill that the company needed. Maybe you … [Read more...] about Five Good Reasons to Leave Your Job
Club Pilates Brings Flexibility and Strength to the Marketplace
Club Pilates, which opened a franchise at Pine Ridge Marketplace in Prescott this fall, offers a wide range of classes using reformer equipment. Reformer equipment is designed to provide an intense full-body workout through small, slow movements. The Pilates reformer is used to exercise by pushing or pulling the sliding carriage against the resistance of springs, allowing for a variety of movements while lying down, sitting, standing or kneeling, often with straps to add tension and target … [Read more...] about Club Pilates Brings Flexibility and Strength to the Marketplace