DORR Film Club - Soundtrack to a Coup d'Etat
2025-07-18 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Phoenix) | Basecamp Beer Garden, 70 Dry Creek Road, Sedona, 86336, United States
Greetings film fans, how about a conversation about Soundtrack for a Coup d’Etat on Friday July 18, 2025, at 5:00 in person at Basecamp Beer Garden, 70 Dry Creek Road, Sedona.
In July we switch to US foreign policy and a 2024 political documentary. Soundtrack for a Coup d’Etat focuses on the rise to power and eventual C.I.A-led assassination of Patrice Lumumba, the first prime minister of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Lumumba was elected in May 1960, shortly before the Congo gained its independence from Belgium, and served until his murder in January 1961. Rich with natural resources that were vital, among other things, to Western countries’ weapons of war, the Congo had been colonized by Belgium since the late 19th century. Both Belgium and the US perceived Lumumba as a political threat; the US fearing a Soviet foothold in Africa and Belgium wanting to protect mining profits. With a memorable jazz soundtrack, Soundtrack for a Coup d’Etat is described as “rhythmic and propulsive, with reverberating sound and images juxtaposed against one another to lend more meaning.” According to The New York Times Alissa Wilkinson, “Soundtrack makes an explicit connection between what happened in Congo in 1960 and ongoing conflict today. These events occurred a while ago, but they’re not really history, Soundtrack argues. The past, one might say, is never dead. It’s not even past.”
Watch the film (on your own, streaming on Amazon Prime) and join us for a timely conversation on US foreign policy, the Cold War, neo colonialism and more. We look forward to seeing you on Friday, July 18 at 5:00 at Base Camp. DORR’s political film club is hosted by DORR member Mik Jordahl (Attorney) and Board member Frankie Riemer (Professor).

Special Event - Candidate Announcement
2025-07-22 13:00 - 14:30 | El Portal, 95 Portal Ln, Sedona, AZ, 86336, United States
You’re invited to a special event featuring an exciting political candidate announcement that you won’t want to miss! We’ll gather on July 22, Tuesday, at El Portal, 95 Portal Lane in Tlaquepaque, at 1pm to hear the announcement and a statement from the candidate. Campaign season is beginning!
Please click HERE to RSVP to learn about the Fight Back campaign and the candidate we’ll be hearing from. Supporting strong Democratic candidates is critical to defeating MAGA in 2026!

Copying the Constitution
2025-08-11 10:30 - 12:00 | DORR Office, 105 Roadrunner Dr, Sedona, AZ, 86336, United States
Click the image or here to RSVP

Save Our Schools Arizona Education Roadshow
2025-09-18 14:30 - 16:00 | The United Methodist Church, 110 Indian Cliffs Rd, Sedona, AZ, 86351, United States
Join us as experts and founders of Save Our Schools Arizona (SOSAZ) delve into Arizona’s current classroom crisis. They’ll review exactly how funding cuts and school privatization schemes like universal ESA vouchers are impacting our public schools and potentially dismantling public education in Arizona.
They welcome open discussion and Q & A. Light refreshments will be provided.
Presenters:
Nicky Indicavitch is the Director of Statewide Outreach for SOSAZ. She has done extensive work organizing in rural communities with a strong focus in Yavapai county and has developed a strong understanding of the needs of Arizona’s rural public schools and communities. Her background in social work and community engagement gives her the tools necessary to encourage others to engage in advocacy to address the needs of Arizona’s classrooms. Nicky is the mother of five children who attend our Arizona public schools.

Kari Hull is the Deputy Director of Statewide Outreach for SOSAZ. Kari has worked with SOSAZ since 2018 primarily in rural, northern Arizona. Kari is a professional organizer who has worked on several campaigns advocating and supporting public school proud candidates and initiatives. Her background in business and hospitality gives her an advantage when recruiting and retaining strong teams of volunteers around the state. She strong believes that in order for us to help public education in Arizona, we need to work together and move forward toward common goals.

Senator Kelly Constituent Services
2025-10-08 12:00 - 14:00 | Beaver Creek Adult Center, 4250 Zuni Way, Rimrock, AZ, 86335, United States
Indivisible Rimrock is hosting Constituent Office Hours for Senator Kelly’s office. If you’re experiencing problems or have questions about Social Security, Medicare, veterans benefits, SBA loans, immigration or other Federal issues, staffers will be there to assist you. To make an appointment call 602 671-7901 and ask for Constituent Services.

Protecting the Waters of the Verde Valley
2025-10-15 16:30 - 18:00 | Keep Sedona Beautiful, 360 Brewer Road, Sedona, AZ, 86336, United States
Bruce Babbitt, former U.S. Secretary of the Interior, former AZ Governor and Attorney General will speak on “Protecting the Waters of the Verde Valley”. He’ll discuss the Oak Creek and Verde Valley watershed, groundwater threats and rural groundwater legislation in the upcoming session of the Arizona Legislature.The event is free and open to the public.

DORR Educational Breakfast - Learn About the Sedona Fire District and meet a Candidate!
2025-10-17 09:30 - 11:00 | Sedona Community Center, 2615 Melody Lane, Sedona, AZ, 86336, United States
This month, we feature two speakers. Chief Ed Mezulis with the Sedona Fire District, who will talk about: how a fire district works, what services SFD provides, how SFD is funded, and current events around the district and future needs. Sandy Zalecki is a candidate running for LD1 State Representative.
Bring your questions!!

Chief Ed Mezulis, Sedona Fire District
Chief Ed Mezulis has been with the Sedona Fire District (SFD) since 2000. Starting as a Firefighter/EMT, he moved up the ranks assuming the position of Fire Chief in September 2022. Prior to SFD, he served in the United States Navy and worked for the U.S Forest Service.
Chief Mezulis is committed to life-long learning and currently holds an Associate’s in Fire Science, a Bachelor’s in Leadership, and a Master’s Degree in Public Administration. When not at the station, he is busy raising his three children, Aiden, Abby, and Ava. None of this would be possible without his wife of 20 years, Kristen.

Sandy Zalecki, Candidate for LD1 State Representative
Sandy Zalecki was born on a ranch in rural Colorado and joined the Air Force after high school. She’s lived in Arizona for almost 30 years, the last nine years in the Prescott area. Sandy is running for LD1 State Representative because of the current political environment: it’s not the America she grew up in and wants to do her part to serve the people of Arizona and return sanity to our great country.
In retirement, Sandy spends her time with her children and grandchildren, speaking at Toastmasters, facilitating Bible studies, and hiking with friends.
She’s a Griefshare facilitator, distinguished Toastmaster, day trader, and non-MAGA Christian with an Associate’s Degree in Electronics and a Bachelor’s Degree in Bible and Theology.

The Sedona Community Center
2615 Melody Lane in West Sedona
Coffee, tea and light refreshments
$10 donation per person
OR
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 884 2366 3169
Passcode: [REDACTED]

No Kings 2 March and Rally
2025-10-18 10:00 - 12:30 | SW Corner 89A and Sunset Drive, 89A and Sunset Drive, Sedona, United States
We will march and rally on Saturday, October 18th, at 10am. We will line up on 89A starting on the SW corner of 89A at Sunset Drive in Sedona. We will march to Soldiers Pass Rd. and back to Jack Jamesen Memorial Park at 89A and Northview for a short rally. We will carry our signs and stand up for our beliefs.
Please RSVP here:
https://www.mobilize.us/indivisible/event/839654/?followup_modal_context=organization_newsletter_custom_recommendations
NO KINGS 2 is a peaceful National Day of Action and mass mobilization in response to the increasing authoritarian excesses and corruption of the Trump administration, which they have doubled down on since June.
The present government is: targeting immigrant families, profiling, arresting, and detaining people without warrants, threatening to take over our elections, gutting health care for those in need, stopping environmental protections that save our Earth, ending education that families need, rigging maps to silence voters, ignoring mass shootings at our schools and in our communities, driving up our cost of living, handling out massive giveaways to billionaire allies, as families struggle.
Indivisible National Organization is asking us to march again to stand up against this administration. They feel that in doubling the attendance at this march we will send the message loud and clear that the “People, United will Never be Defeated”.
When you attend, please bring friends, a significant other, and/or relatives and help double our attendance and make the message loud and clear, “We Are here”, “We will not tolerate these actions”, ”We are United”, “Hear our voices!”

Fundraising Reception for AZ Attorney General Kris Mayes
2025-10-25 15:00 - 17:00 | Address to be provided upon RSVP, Sedona, AZ, 86336, United States
Kris Mayes’ re-election as Attorney General is vital to us in Arizona. She has filed suits against the current administration and protected our water resources. She meets daily, via zoom with all the Democratic AG’s to plan legislation to protect our country and the Constitution. We need to re-elect our valuable Attorney General. Please join us on October 25th to support Kris Mayes. If you cannot attend, please consider donating any amount to help support her candidacy. Click on the image below or HERE to make your donation or reserve your spot.

Party with a Purpose
2025-11-04 - 2025-11-18 | Address to be provided upon RSVP, Sedona, AZ, 86336, United States
The countdown to the 2026 Elections is ON—and Democrats of the Red Rocks (DORR) is fired up! We’ve got a big job ahead: re-electing our Governor, Attorney General, and Secretary of State – electing a new member of Congress, and boosting Democrats across the ballot. And how are we kicking things off? By turning fun into fuel for victory!
Our country is in dire straits, and we MUST turn things around at the mid-term elections one year from now! DORR relies on Sedona area locals to achieve its critical goals. We are the ONLY source of funding for this important grassroots organization! So…please donate a minimum of $40 for a ticket to a Party with a Purpose, and definitely more if you can swing it! What’s more important than saving our Democracy??
For your donation you’ll get a ticket to one of the most meaningful parties in the Verde Valley. Eat, mingle, and make new like minded friends while helping to fund the campaign efforts we need to WIN in 2026. Here’s how it works:

Click HERE to RSVP to the unique parties listed below
Pick the one (or more!) that sparks your fancy
Grab your spot before its sold out (space is limited in all our host homes!)

If your first choice is full, choose another – every party will have great people, good vibes, and the shared mission of electing Democrats.
If you can’t make it to a party but want to contribute to the mission, please click HERE

Calling All Thespians! 🎭
Saturday, November 1st, 1-3pm in West Sedona
Partygoers who enjoy a little drama and alot of laughter as they read aloud & discuss a play called POTUS. Join us for a table read of Selina Fillinger’s hilarious play, POTUS–Or Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying To Keep Him Alive.

Folk Music Protest Song Concert 🎶
Sunday, November 2nd, 2pm in Cottonwood
Enjoy a concert by Wind & Strings and Clarkdale Greg as they celebrate the protest songs of the ’60’s and beyond for some musical inspiration during these trying times. Think Bob Dylan, Woody Guthrie, Pete Seeger, Phil Ochs & Joan Baez. Fun!

Sunday Brunch 🍳
Sunday, November 2nd, 12-2pm in Historic Clarkdale
Enjoy your time in one of the old miner’s homes while having a fabulous brunch with fabulous Progressives!

Pasta la Vista, Baby 🍝
Sunday, November 2nd, 2pm in West Sedona
Like Italian food? Enjoy delicacies while chatting & drinking with friends in a casual atmosphere.

Passport to the World 🌎
Sunday November 2nd, 4-6pm in Clarkdale
Meet High School exchange students from ex-Soviet countries, while tasting yummy foods from their homelands. They represent Ukraine, Kyrgyzstan, Georgia, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan and Georgia. A unique opportunity to hear their fascinating stories!

FILLED Charcuterie Extravaganza! 🧀
Tuesday, November 4th, 4-6pm in West Sedona
Snack and sip while you learn how to make charcuterie boards that will knock your socks off! Then gobble them up!

FILLED Margaritas, Meriendas (Tapas) & Mexican Train 🇲🇽
Friday November 7th, 5pm in West Sedona
Play a few rousing rounds of Mexican Train, an easy to learn domino game. Tapas & finger foods will be served along with Margaritas!

High Tea 🫖
Saturday, November 8th, 12-2 pm in West Sedona
Escape the hustle and bustle and indulge in a cozy afternoon of tea and sweet delights at a lovely tea party. Sip, savor and share laughter with friends in a warm, inviting home with a killer view!

FILLED Joyful Elevated Blues Party 🎸
Saturday, November 8th, 6pm in the Chapel area
Come and enjoy good upbeat Blues music, good food, good company and celebrate the joy of camaraderie and commitment!

A New Couple’s Casual Cocktail Soiree! 🍸
Tuesday, November 18, 4pm in the VOC
A fun couple recently moved to the VOC from Durango, CO and would love to meet fellow progressives who enjoy socializing, outdoor activities, rock & roll and having fun. Their game room will be open for tasty catered hors d’oeuvres, adult beverages, billiards & music. Let’s give them a warm Sedona welcome and join the fun!

Hope to see you at one of these great events. Many thanks to our generous hosts!
Ellen Ferreira and the DORR Board

Meet Senator Mark Kelly!!
2025-11-13 15:00 - 16:30 | Address to be provided upon RSVP, Sedona, AZ, 86336, United States
We invite you to join Senator Kelly on November 13th for a Sedona Meet and Greet hosted by Democrats of the Red Rocks. Join us as we hear directly from the Senator about how he is fighting for Arizonans in Washington, D.C. and how we can be most effective for the midterms.

Event information:
Date: November 13th, 2025
Time: 3:00 – 4:30 PM
Location: Sedona, AZ. The address will be emailed 48 hours prior to the event to those who RSVP.
For entry to the event, you must RSVP by filling out this FORM.
Please fill out an RSVP for EACH person in your party.

We look forward to seeing you on November 13th! Email us with questions.

Meet Candidates for the AZ Corporation Commission!
2025-12-15 17:00 - 18:30 | Zoom
Join DORR for a virtual forum with candidates for the Corporation Commission on Monday, December 15th at 5:00pm.

It’s time to get to know the people who can shake up the Commission. There are 5 members on the Commission, which sets utility rates and alot more – and there will be 2 open seats next year. All 5 current members are Republican. We’ve got strong Democratic contenders ready to bring balance and accountability.

Relax at home, hop on zoom and meet people who can make a real difference in Arizona’s utility future!

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82068089368?pwd=[REDACTED]
Zoom Meeting ID: 820 6808 9368
Passcode: [REDACTED]

DORR Annual Meeting
2026-01-18 17:00 - 19:00 | The United Methodist Church, 110 Indian Cliffs Rd, Sedona, AZ, 86351, United States
You’re Invited to the DORR Annual Meeting & Pot Luck Dinner!
We have reached capacity and are no longer accepting RSVPs. Please join us at a future event.

5 pm Sunday, January 18th
Sedona United Methodist Church (the New Room), 110 Indian Cliffs Road & Rt. 179

Kick off the new year with great company, fabulous food and inspirational speakers – Secretary of State Adrian Fontes, Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego, and CD 2 Congressional Candidate former Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez!
We’ll elect new DORR Board Members and honor the next recipient of the Barbara Litrell Community Service Award.

DORR Film Club - Reds
2026-01-29 17:00 - 18:00 | The United Methodist Church, 110 Indian Cliffs Rd, Sedona, AZ, 86351, United States
Greetings film fans, how about a conversation about Reds (1981) available to rent on Amazon and on Apple TV.
on Thursday Jan 29, 2026, at 5:00 in person at The New Room of the Sedona United Methodist Church, 110 Indian Cliffs Rd, just off 179 and Back O’Beyond roundabout (Chapel Area).
Greetings film aficionados, we’ve been talking about films and political history, and in January, we continue with a conversation about “Reds,” Warren Beatty’s film about John Reed, the American journalist and author of Ten Days That Shook the World. Described by Vincent Canby in The New York Times as “an extraordinary film, a big romantic adventure movie, “Reds” tells the story of Reed’s left-wing politics in the 1920s, his chronicling of the Russian Revolution, and his romance with writer Louise Bryant, played with “splendor” by the iconic Diane Keaton, who died in 2025.
We’re excited that Sue Gould has agreed to join us to share stories of life with her father, Louis Weinstock. Sue writes, “My dad’s political activity in the ’30’s and ’40’s got him arrested, indicted, tried, found guilty, sentenced to 3 years in federal prison in the early ’50’s under the now defunct Smith Act, which made it illegal to teach and advocate the violent overthrow of the U.S government. He never did anything of the sort but served his sentence anyway. As both a Communist and painters’ union leader, he led hunger marches to Washington, fought for the creation of Unemployment Insurance and Social Security (which union leadership fought against!), appeared before Congress to make his case, and never gave up his beliefs or his activism. It will be my pleasure to discuss his life and this particular era of America’s working class struggles. “Reds” isn’t about that period, and preceded my father’s role in these struggles, but the Russian Revolution was an inspiration that drove him all his life.”
Watch the film (on your own) and join us to for a timely conversation on Thursday, January 29 at 5:00 in the New Room of the Sedona United Methodist Church 110 Indian Cliffs Rd. in the Chapel area, just off the St. Route 179 and Back O Beyond roundabout. Feel free to bring finger foods and non-alcoholic beverages.
DORR’s political film club is hosted by DORR members Mik Jordahl (Attorney) and Frankie Riemer (Professor).

Open DORR
2026-01-30 17:00 - 19:00 | DORR Office, 105 Roadrunner Dr, Sedona, AZ, 86336, United States
Come in, hang out, and enjoy the company of like-minded friends. Pizza, drinks and dessert will be served. This event will occur on the 30th of every month.

Fighting Voter Suppression Efforts
2026-02-09 17:30 - 19:00 | Cottonwood Rec Center, 150 S. 6th Street, Cottonwood, AZ, 86326, United States
Fighting Voter Suppression Efforts
A special Voter Education Program with Secretary of State Adrian Fontes, hosted by the League of Women Voters

Monday February 9
5:30 – 7 PM
Cottonwood Rec Center, 150 S 6th St, Cottonwood, AZ 86326

Adrian Fontes has served as the Arizona Secretary of State since January 2022 . One of his primary duties is the oversight and administration of secure and accurate elections. In that role he has seen increasing efforts to gut early voting. The safety, security and convenience of mail-in voting is something a vast majority of Arizonans can agree upon. Mail in ballots are used by nearly 80% of Arizona Voters.

“The beauty of American democracy is that it levels the playing field. Every eligible voter is given one vote that holds the same weight as everyone else”

-SOS Adrian Fontes

Registration is required. Please click HERE to register.

DORR Educational Breakfast - Know Your Rights
2026-02-20 09:30 - 11:00 | Sedona Community Center, 2615 Melody Lane, Sedona, AZ, 86336, United States
Join DORR for an in-person Know Your Rights presentation by Harrison Redmond, of the ACLU of Arizona. This program will focus on immigrants’ rights and what US citizens can do if they witness rights being violated. Ensuring we understand our protections, regardless of citizenship status, empowers us to better support our neighbors and community.
The Federal government’s cruel policy of mass deportation and it’s lawless violations of rights in blue states has led to horrific instances of killings, abuse, unlawful detention, and deportation.
This non-partisan program is for all who believe that this is not ok!
Harrison Redmond is a Community Organizer for the ACLU of Arizona. He was born and raised in Arizona and lives in Phoenix. He has been involved with community and electoral organizing for more than 10 years and most recently worked for the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee. Harrison joined the ACLU of Arizona to fight for criminal legal reform, LGBTQ+ equality, immigrants’ rights, and abortion access across Arizona.
Harrison also advocates for civil rights and civil liberties at the Arizona Legislature and other governmental bodies. He lobbies elected officials through written and oral testimony, coalition building, and one-on-one meetings, to achieve the end goals of the ACLU of Arizona. He aims to empower people through sustained investment in their community and a radical belief in collective action, abolitionist ideals, and people power. Outside of political advocacy, Harrison loves to travel, get tattooed, read, play guitar, and spend time with his cat, Ruth.
Harrison is a graduate of the University of Arizona, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude with bachelor’s degrees in both Law and Political Science with an emphasis in Law and Public Policy.

Fundraiser for Secretary of State Adrian Fontes
2026-03-29 15:00 - 17:00 | AZ
SAVE THE DATE!!!
Details to come.
