Resplendent venue, boasting 1,006 seats, has undergone a meticulous renovation resulting in a superior state-of-the-art theater; East County residents encouraged  to attend

The Prescott Campus of Yavapai Community College has announced the September program for  the newly christened “James and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center.” If you haven’t recently visited the Center, you will be greatly surprised.  This resplendent venue, boasting 1,006 seats, has undergone meticulous renovation over the past several years resulting in a state-of-the-art theater that captures the imagination of both Prescott’s residents and visitors alike.

The September program stands as a testament to the captivating array of talent poised to grace the stage in the coming months. Commencing on the evening of Friday, September 1, the curtain will rise with the delightful presentation, “An Evening with Judy Collins.” A luminary and three-time Grammy laureate, Ms. Collins’ journey from a prodigious classical pianist to a stalwart figure within the 1960s New York folk music renaissance is an inspiration. Most  agree that her voice became the instrument of change, both as a singer and a beacon of activism during transformative times.

There will be  an exclusive “Meet the Star” Preshow Reception in honor of Ms.  Collins on September 1 at 5:45 p.m. Tickets for this event are priced at $55 per person (show tickets to be purchased separately). The prelude to the main event promises an indulgent experience, featuring an assortment of sumptuous hors d’oeuvres and delectable desserts, complemented by the effervescence of complimentary champagne and wine. Should your preferences sway differently, a cash bar awaits your selections. This provides an opportunity to intimately encounter the luminous Ms. Collins herself—an opportunity destined for a select few, as participation is limited to just 40 individuals.

You are encouraged to be a part of this extraordinary evening, where the fusion of artistry and elegance converges under the spotlight of the “James and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center.” Your presence will enrich the symphony of the occasion, as the audience celebrates not only the legacy of Judy Collins but also the cultural resonance of this beautiful, remarkable venue.

Half price sale ran from September 20-24

Yavapai Community College ran a half-price sale on food at the Rider Dinner on the Prescott campus from September 20 through September 24. 

It is not clear whether the sale was made possible through the use of a portion of government funding received as a part of the COBIT – 19 money provided the Community College or it was an introduction to the facility to encourage students to use it.

Anyway, it was delightful for the students on the Prescott Campus.

Photo from Yavapai Community College Facebook video.

The new electronic marquee is similar to the one at the Prescott Campus

A new marquee has been installed at the Prescott Valley Center.  The marquee is similar to the one recently installed at the Prescott Campus.

Work on the marquee was completed in September 2021.  It is now fully  operational.

Although not confirmed, drugs are suspected as the possible cause of their deaths

The Prescott Valley police department has identified two Yavapai Community College students who were found dead at a Prescott Valley home Saturday morning, November 3.  They are Jake Morales and Gunner Bundrick.

The two were students had graduated from Bradshaw Mountain High School in 2017.  Bundrick was a standout quarterback at his high school.  He went on to play football at Mesa Community College before transferring to Yavapai College.  He played outfield on the Yavapai baseball team in the spring 2018.

Morales played football at a Missouri college before transferring to Yavapai Community College.

Yavapai College had grief counselors come in on Monday to speak with the baseball team and any other students who wised to take advantage of the service.

The official cause of death will not be made public for from four to six weeks.  It takes this long to obtain the results of toxicology and other tests administered by the Yavapai County Medical Examiner’s office.