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OCTOBER
The 10th month
Autumn
Leaves turning
In the desert
cool mornings
Warm days
and cool evenings
Football games
Halloween ends the month
Trick or treat!
MARK YOUR
CALENDAR
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October Dates
To Remember
Friday • Oct. 3
Yom Kippur begins
at sundown
Monday • Oct. 13
Columbus Day
Friday • Oct. 24
United Nations Day
Two Weeks • Oct. 6-18
Senior Games
Fri., Sat., & Sun.
Oct. 10, 11, & 12
Art in Kayenta
(See page 7 for details)
September’s Exceptional
Storms.................................. 2
Life Transitions.................... 2
Art Village Deals................. 2
Kayenta
Homes & Properties............ 5
Kayenta Conversations....... 5
Health & Fitness.................. 5
KRA / ACC Meetings........... 6
Friday • Oct. 31
Art Village Improvements.. 6
Halloween
Events & Activities.............. 6
Community Advocates....... 7
Kayenta Arts Foundations.. 7
Saturday • Oct. 4
St. George Marathon /
Kayenta Arts Gala
IN THIS ISSUE
Friends of Snow Canyon.... 8
Ivins Animal Shelter............ 9
K AY E NTA L I NK S
Trips & Trails........................ 9
KayentaUtah.com
Gallery Directory............... 10
KayentaHomes.com
KayentaHOA.com
TheCrescentMoonInn.com
Hike & Bike Trail................ 10
Connection Submissions... 10
Art Village Flash Flood..... 11
Oil Painting Classes........... 13
Poetry................................. 13
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September’s Exceptional Storms
by Matt Marten
LIFE TRANSITIONS
Remembrance for
Richard Kinsman
Two large storms roared through Kayenta in the month of September, bringing nearly 6 inches of rain.
It’s not unusual for late summer monsoonal storms to develop
over the deserts of the Southwest but for two strong storms
to cause widespread flash flooding is a rare phenomenon. This
year’s unpredictable weather caused some great concern for the
residents and businesses of the area.
On September 9th after several hours of early morning rain,
that dropped over 3.5 inches on Kayenta, the storm gave way
to sunshine, but by 3 p.m. skies rapidly changed. A large rain
cell moved into our region which brought with it wind gusts of
25 mph and a microburst that caused flash flooding affecting
three tributaries that lead to the Cactus Gulch Wash. This cloud
burst unleashed flood waters that overwhelmed the natural
washes and blocked culverts with a mix of muddy silt, sand,
and boulders. The water and mud overtopped several streets
in the Kwavasa area and flooded into the lower courtyard of
the Kayenta Art Village, Desert Rose Labyrinth and the Kayenta
Recreation Associations tennis court. Just a day prior, this storm
system produced a flash flood in Moapa, Nevada that destroyed
a portion of US Interstate 15.
Just moments after the flood, Leavitt Construction, our local
excavation company, leaped into action and started flood miti-
The bright light and energetic
presence of my love is gone.
Richard Kinsman died early
the afternoon of Wednesday,
September 24th. Many of you
knew, as we did, that Richard’s
cancer was winning; now
he can rest. No words can
describe the pain I feel; no
words can ease it.
Thank you all for your support
and love.
Judith Kapuscinski
KAYENTA ART VILLAGE
DEALS OF THE MONTH
Sacred Space is a boutique-like
day spa offering world renowned spa treatments as well
as a wonderful selection of
products, books, teas, (Cont.)
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gation and clean up efforts. Their contributions to the clean up
have been invaluable to our community and saved our community from further damage. Ivins City Fire Department also joined
the clean-up project by pumping out the flooded area.
The businesses affected were Zia Pottery Studio, Blue Raven
Painting Studio and Purple Sage Studio. The next day, volunteers from the Kayenta Community, Ivins, and Gunlock continued the clean-up. By the end of the day, most of the artwork
had been saved and the water and mud had been removed.
With the possibility of another storm on the horizon, the task
of clearing the blocked washes and culverts was the next critical
task. Along with help from Kayenta Development, the Leavitt’s
continued their efforts by clearing obstructions from Home
Owners Association and City property.
As clean up projects continued, another storm rolled into the
region on September 26th and continued dropping rain into
the morning of September 27th.
This storm brought over 2.5 inches of rain (as measured in Taviawk) and wreaked havoc over a greater area. It caused more
problems for residents, with water entering some homes. Erosion and dirt on the streets is evident through out Kayenta. The
Art Village was flooded again but in this instance only a small
amount of water entered the studios. Clean up was completed
within a few hours.
These microburst storms have been the strongest ever witnessed
in Kayenta’s 38 years of development. In 2012, several storms
wreaked havoc over the Snow Canyon area which caused similar flooding to the Kachina Springs and Entrada Developments
which caused the filling of swimming pools and basements with
mud and water. Tuachan Amphitheater has also seen flooding as a result of microbursts. In many cases, these rain cells hit
some areas while leaving nearby areas unscathed.
While flood control devises are required to withstand 10 year
storm events, the systems in place in our community exceed
this requirement and are designed and built for 25 year storm
and gifts. All spa treatments
are performed by licensed
professional therapists and
estheticians that have been
extensively trained and are
extremely talented body
workers and healers.
Eminence organic skin care
introduces the new Citrus &
Kale Potent C + E Serum and
Masque. Antioxidant Super
Food for the Skin. Clinical
studies show 47% reduction
in free radical damage within
3 hours! Reduce fine lines &
wrinkles, brighten & lighten
age spots, clarify & even skin
tone, prevent inflammation to
visibly calm skin.
Come in to
Sacred Space Spa and
experience the new Citrus
& Kale C + E facial!
On special through
Sept. for $70 (reg. $85)
Also returning this and fall,
Sacred Spirit Series Workshops. Please contact spa for
details and/or questions.
Inquire by phone or in-store!
Kayenta’s very own day spa!
Tel: 435.862.7743
[email protected]
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events. Therefore as we continue to grow, Kayenta Development is planning systems that will withstand even greater
volumes of run off. Our recently developed subdivisions are
planned with a greater number of storm drains that divert
water to natural washes and eventually to the Santa Clara River.
In addition, under-ground detention cisterns and detention
ponds are being incorporated to collect and disperse the run-off
slowly to prevent down stream flooding, erosion and to help
recharge our ground water. Of course, this all comes at added
expense and all new lots are priced accordingly. Upstream
detention ponds and other flood control projects are being
considered by Kayenta Development and Ivins City as further
development continues and the Home Owners Associations are
working with Ivins City to improve existing storm drain systems.
Kayenta Development, the Home Owners Associations and Ivins
City are exploring options for Federal Grant Funds to provide
upstream detention systems. All options are being investigated.
Overall, no permanent damage has occurred as a result of the
storms and there have been no known reports of injury. We
have all gained a great deal of knowledge from this storm, and
more data is being collected. We will be a better prepared community because of this event.
Come Stay In Kayenta!
For Reservations or Pricing
call: (435) 879-9076
www.crescentmooninn.com
Deal of the Month
$120.00 per night if you book
3 nights or more in the
month of October.
One Hundred Tons of Mud,
Committed Volunteers and a Wedding
As the saying goes: Every cloud has a sliver lining, even big dark
storm clouds do! Just days before their planned wedding, at the
Desert Rose Labyrinth, a flash flood covered the venue in mud.
Volunteers quickly organized and removed one hundred tons of
mud. The bride and groom did not give up on their vision and
helped to uncover the stone Labyrinth. As guests started to arrive the following day for the wedding, wind, and dust
picked up as an afternoon storm threatened the event. Miraculously as the ceremony started, the wind calmed down and a
double rainbow appeared over the red mountain.
Thank you and congratulations to Matt and Kendra Koehler.
Read more about the story featured on stgeorgeutah.com:
http://www.stgeorgeutah.com/news/archive/2014/09/20/amsunveilinglabyrinth-amazing-race-altar/#.VCiW4-drmb8!
To our Kayenta
Connection Readers.
Visit Gallery 873 to receive
10% off selected pieces.
Cherie & George Stoddard
Owners • Gallery 873
873 Coyote Gulch Ct.
Ivins, UT 84738
(435) 673-6628
[email protected]
www.gallery873.com
Coyotegulchartvillage.com
Ivins • Southern Utah’s Red
Rock Destination
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w w w. k a y e n t a h o m e s . c o m • 4 3 5 . 6 2 8 . 7 2 3 4
October is here and it’s a busy month for the St. George area.
HEALTH & FITNESS
St. George Marathon • Oct. 4
The marathon has become a fairly large event here and traffic
and road closures can be an issue. The link below will give you a
map of the route and where road closures will occur.
http://www.stgeorgemarathon.com/race/index.php#tab-2
Huntsman Senior Games • Oct. 6 - 18
This event also continues to grow with thousands of athletes
competing for metals bringing in millions of dollars into the
economy. Follow the link below to get info and course maps for
the different events. http://www.seniorgames.net/map/
Art in Kayenta Festival • Oct. 10, 11, 12
Kayenta’s own prized event. This amazing outdoor event is
incredibly popular and last year was moved from February to October to avoid the rain that usually comes in the month of February. For more information go to: http://www.artinkayenta.org/
Community Advocates
We do want to remind everyone to be aware of this busy
month and plan ahead to avoid traffic issues and show our visitors what St. George hospitality is all about. Runners and cyclists
will have priority on the roads so please be aware.
See you at the Arts Festival!
Kayenta Homes & Properties
Jeff Sproul, Principal Broker
Dianne Bauman & Kurt VanLeeuwen, Sales Agents
Kayenta T-shirts, hats and denim shirts are in the Kayenta
Homes and Properties Office.
Kayenta Conversations - Community Forum
The next Kayenta Conversations - Community Forum will be
next month, November 12 at 5:00 p.m. Place and Topic will be
announced at the beginning of November.
Elevate Studio is gearing up
for the fall season with some
new offerings to the community. We are introducing
a new class, “Fitness 101”
which is geared to those that
are beginning to exercise, or
haven’t exercised, or perhaps
are concerned about a preexisting condition that they
may find limiting their physical abilities. This class will be
BIG on instruction, personal
attention and education and
is a beginner level class. “Fitness 101” is a perfect fit for
those who aren’t sure about
where they should go when
it comes to exercise. Don’t be
intimidated! Elevate Studio
is here to help you! Times for
this class will be Tuesday and
Thursday at 10am. This class
is limited and sign-up is required. The first introductory
class will be free with date to
be announced. (Cont.)
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Kayenta Recreation Association (KRA)
The pool will be open as long as the weather permits. It has
been a wonderful place to spend time this summer. Please use
your membership, as much as possible. Enjoy!
Notices • ACC Meetings
The Kayenta ACC meetings are held the third Tuesday of each
month, 2:00 p.m. in the Kayenta Community Room. A hard copy
of the agenda is posted in the Kayenta Homes & Properties
office the Thursday before the meeting. Questions? Call Dee
Osborn 628-6624.
Kayenta Art Village Improvements
Pavement, Parking, Signs and Landscape!
As the construction of the Kayenta Center for the Arts continues, you might take note of the additional street and parking
areas in the village. This paving project added 47 additional
parking places to the art village and are designated specifically
for the Kayenta Center for the Arts patrons. While asphalt is
not a very glamorous aspect of the center, it is a necessary as a
practical matter. You will notice new directional signs that will add color and
information to the Village. Each sign has been custom designed
by Kayenta resident and graphic designer, Hollie Ragland and
her husband artist, Greg Ragland who created original artwork
for each directional sign. The new signs are being fabricated
and will be installed prior to the Art In Kayenta Festival. Landscape improvements have been underway for the past
few weeks around the village. Volunteer landscape enthusiasts
Danny and Deanna Morales have been working to freshen up
the flora and fauna, by clearing out overgrown shrubs and by
adding new plants and flowers. Additionally, there are plans to
introduce seasonal color to the village, enhancing the environment for everyone!
Watch for additional improvements that are planned over the
next year. Elevate Studio will be also
offering Monday, Wednesday
and Friday Phys Ed. Classes
(Friday’s class will be Cardio
Jam) at 9am and Zen Stretch
classes at 10am. We’re excited
to be a part of the community
and look forward to welcoming those that are new to
Elevate Studio.
For more information, contact
John Yohman at 435-632-1381
or at [email protected].
Be happy. Be healthy.
Have a blast!
ELEVATE
Elevate Studio
John Yohman • (435) 632-1381
[email protected]
For more information:
johnyohmanfitnessretreats.com
For class schedule go to:
upper menu on home page
EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
Gentle Yoga
with Christy Lueders
Weds & Fri, 8:45 to 10 am,
in the Room for Thought at
Kayenta. Please Call first if
you are new, 673-3469.
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COMMUNITY
ADVOCATES
Water Aerobics Classes
UPCOMING EVENTS
NEW TIME
Led by Ellen Tadken will be
held M, W, F, from 9:30-10:30
am. For further info call Ellen
673-1654
Trips & Trails
For more details call:
Charles Dillier (435) 656-1956
Mens Double Tennis
Tuesdays, 10am at the Kayenta Tennis Court. For details
contact Charles Kimmel at
628-2385 or Dave Gilbreath at
(435) 634-1588
PIckleball
Questions or for time changes
contact Joyce Spinelli
(435) 656-3601
Kayenta Book Lovers
Meetings the 2nd Monday
of every month.
For more details contact
Susan Erickson:
[email protected]
(435) 674-4972
A useful resource for
any reader:
https://sites.google.com/site/
kayentabookclub/
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COMMUNITY
ADVOCATES
Saturday Night Bridge
We have many more exciting events planned,
so be sure to check our website.
www.kayentaartsfoundation.org
Announcements for all events can be found in a number of ways:
• thru the Kayenta Connection
• the KAF website www.kayentaartsfoundation.org
• KAF’s email distribution list.
If you would like to be added to our email list or if you have
suggestions for an event or comments about a past event, please
feel free to contact us at [email protected].
Friends of Snow Canyon State Park
~Kai Reed & Christy Lueders ~
We’d like to invite all Kayenta residents to join us in supporting
Snow Canyon State Park. The mission of the Friends is to provide support to Snow Canyon State Park through various means.
We have been able to contribute funds towards the new Lava
Tubes wayside exhibit, coordinate volunteer projects with over
120 hours of time, and raise public awareness of critical issues
that could adversely affect Snow Canyon State Park. For more
information and to join Friends please visit our web site.
6:30 p.m. at the home of Don
and Ellen Tadken. This is a
fun evening. Please call Ellen
673-1654 for reservations and
directions. New Residents are
welcome.
Unitarian Universalist
Fellowship
2nd and 4th Sundays at 11 a.m.
in Kayenta’s Tasatama Center
at the Coyote Gulch Art Village. A discussion follows each
service and visitors are always
welcome. For more details
contact Joyce Spinnelli
(435) 656-3601
Spirit of the Desert
Episcopal Church
Every Sunday at 3 p.m.
In Kayenta’s Room for
Thought Center. For details
contact Katie Mays at
(435) 628-3552
www.spiritepiscopalchurch.org
www.friendsofsnowcanyon.org
or e-mail us at [email protected]
You can also “like” us on
www.facebook.com/FriendsofSnowCanyon
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COMMUNITY
ADVOCATES
The Ivins Animal Shelter & Adoption Center
GENERAL ELECTION
~ Kathy Neid ~
2014 Dates to Remember
The FIAS Pound Pals Party was a great success. We honored
Aggie Smith and T. J. Maserang for their outstanding service
to the homeless pets. We took a look back to the beginning
and shared good memories. The history table was enjoyed
by all. We even had a small cloth bowl on the table made by
Ursula Reikes and Ruth Webb. They made a countless number
of bowls for the first FIAS fundraiser in Kayenta. The bowls all
sold except the treasured one. The Board has cherished the
small bowl as a remembrance of our first event.
We would like to thank Lyman Whitaker of Whitaker Studio,
Charles Wood of Earth & Light Gallery, Cheri Stoddard of Gallery 873 and Ann Guhman for their generous donations to our
fundraiser. A special thanks to all who have been so generous
and helped us establish the “No Kill” by ordinance and moved
it forward to include Santa Clara. We are saving the homeless
pets with your help!
FIAS Contact Information: 435-673-1718 or [email protected]
Trips & Trails
~ Charles Dillier ~
We will go to Gun Sight Point, located where Snake Creek and
Kanab Creek go into the Grand Canyon.
Full Day Trip. Bring a Lunch
Details call Charles Dillier at 656-1956.
9:00 am meet at the Kayenta Sales Office
October 6
Deadline for registration by
mail or by an agency
October 20
Deadline for in person or
online registration
October 21
Early voting begins
October 31
Early voting ends at 5 p.m.
November 4
Regular election
www.washco.utah.gov
www.elections.utah.gov
Meetings
City Council • 5:30 p.m.
1st and 3rd Thursday
of the month
Planning Commission
5:30 p.m.
On the Tuesday preceding
each council meeting
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COMMUNITY
ADVOCATES
Hike & Bike Trail
~ Dan Cornelius ~
www.kayentaartvillage.com
“The Pickle Ball Trail” now consists of three connected loops.
See Trail Map link in your Kayenta Connection email.
The Agave Loop is short, flat and easy. It is close to the trailhead
by the Pickle ball Court parking area.
After you complete a loop on Agave you can start to go around
again, but this time veer off onto Blackbrush Loop. You can
get onto Blackbrush while going either clockwise or counter
clockwise on Agave. Whichever direction you go on Blackbrush
you will eventually come back to Agave. Blackbrush is more
challenging and more fun. It crosses a couple washes and rocky
areas. It climbs up to a ridge line with a nice view of Kayenta.
After Blackbrush returns you to Agave you can do the Cholla
Loop. If you’re going clockwise on Agave you continue toward
the trailhead and pick up the turn around leading to the Fire
Road (aka Cholla double track). You will find the Fire Road to
be mostly downhill, wide, fast and a bit rocky. You may encounter a few cows along here. The Fire Road will take you down
to the Cholla single track marked by a cairn on your left. The
single track will take you back up to Agave. It will give you a
good work out climbing through some soft sandy spots. Cholla
can also be done clockwise.
A pleasant way to experience the Pickle ball trail network is to
hike/ride all three loops going clockwise and then do all three
again going counter clockwise. This will give you about 2.4
miles of Kayenta desert delight. When you leave the trail please
close the gate with the rope loop to keep the cows in.
If you would like to participate in trail design, construction or
maintenance contact Dan Cornelius at [email protected].
Feedback on your trail experience is also welcome.”
Thanks, Dan Cornelius
GALLERY DIRECTORY
Earth & Light Gallery
435.673.2805
www.cdwood.zenfolio.com
Juniper Sky Fine Art Gallery
435.674.2306
www.coyotegulchartvillage.
com/junipersky.html
Metal Art Gallery 873
435.673.6628
www.gallery873.com
Datura Gallery
435.674.9595
www.coyotegulchartvillage.
com/datura.html
Xetava Gardens Cafe
435.656.0165
www.xetava.com
Zia Pottery
435.688.8300
www.coyotegulchartvillage.
com/ziapottery.html
Desert Rose Labyrinth
www.coyotegulchartvillage.
com/labyrinth.html
Blue Raven Studio
435.669.8701
www.BlueRavenArtStudio.com
Purple Sage Studios
303.859.3815
www.coyotegulchartvillage.
com/purplesage.html
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Kayenta Art Village Hit With Flash Flood
B y Ta m a r a H o k a n s o n
On Tuesday September 9th the rain fell in torrents as occasional
claps of thunder echoed across the canyon walls creating a surreal landscape of large waterfalls and overflowing washes in Ivins.
After hours of rain and a microburst that centered over the
Red Mountains above Kayenta,
the clouds drifted northward as
the sun and blue sky returned
only to be followed by the
sound of water rushing through
the lower half of Coyote Gulch
Art Village. Many rushed to the scene to stand helplessly by as
the water rushed through the village forcing water and mud
into the galleries on the lower half of the village.
A feeling of both awe and despair was prevalent among the
watchers as we were again reminded of how powerless we are
against the forces of nature. Those present did what they could
to open doors and move things out of harm’s way but little
could be done until the flow of water stopped.
Dozens of people materialized
almost immediately with shovels, tools and pumps trying to
unclog the debris from drains
and move the water out of the
village. It was a true testimony
to the efficiency of modern
communication devices.
As many worked late into the day trying to move water and
mud to reclaim the village, others were coordinating work to be
done the next day.
A HUGE
THANKS
A huge thanks to the volunteers and Kayenta Development who came to our rescue
when our businesses were
flooded by the torrential
downpour on September 9th.
The immediate response and
follow-up efforts of Matt
Marten, Lance Anderson and
crew were extraordinary, as
was the help of the many volunteers from Kayenta and our
neighbors from the Gunlock
ward. Also, a big thanks to
Greg and Rachel of Xetava for
providing free food and
drink for the volunteers. The
generosity of everyone’s support is part of what makes
Kayenta a unique community.
We truly live in a Village.
Andrew Kramer & Linda Callison, Purple Sage Studios;
Caroll Shreeve & Kathy Heiner, Blue Raven Studio;
Kathy Barth & Charlie Peterson, Zia Pottery
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The following morning a team
of volunteers arrived at the village armed with shovels, buckets, and boots to lend a hand to
the artists whose galleries were
affected. An Email had gone
out asking for help and many
Kayenta residents and others in
the community responded to the call.
Connection Submissions • A reminder:
any submissions including advertising and business submissions -Please
update your information if it changes.
It is not the responsibility of Kayenta
Connections or any Kayenta entities
It was inspiring to watch the workers push back the water and
mud to reclaim the galleries and salvage what could be saved of
the beautiful art that had been housed within those walls.
As the days have passed the
water has receded and the mud
has been cleaned out of the galleries. Little by little the village
is returning to normal as many
volunteers and others are still
working to put the village back
to its pre- 500 year flood condition with some changes and perhaps some improvements. At this
writing, a group of volunteers have just finished cleaning the mud
and debris from the Labyrinth and resetting the stones there.
to update phone numbers and email
addresses. Contact us through the
gmail account and we will change your
information ASAP for the next month.
If you are submitting information with
dates or any other time deadlines
check for accuracy before submitting
and Kayenta Connections can highlight deadlines if indicated.
Information submitted to the Kayenta
Connection does not imply sponsorship or reflect the views and opinion
of Kayenta Development. All information is subject to editing, approval and
available space and must be submitted
by the 14th of each month. To submit
information associated with events
and activities in Kayenta, contact via
As with all natural disasters,
the grief caused by the devastation is made less when friends,
neighbors and even strangers
come forward to extend a hand
to those affected. There have
been so many that have come
forward to help that the names
are too numerous to list. So…
to all of you who contributed
your time and your resources
a sincere thank you and God
Bless.
email [email protected].
Content of Submissions • Due to the
format and limited width of the content area please submit your information in Word Format or Pages Format.
All submissions must include the following information: Name of Sponsor/
Organizer, Event, Time, Place, Date,
How does this event benefit Kayenta,
a short written description of the
event (30 words of less), and an image.
The image may be a picture, graphic,
or poster 500 pixels x 500 pixels or
larger in size. No clip art or power
point slides will be accepted.
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Oil Painting Art Classes
Art is a series of
“
trial and error,
of discovery and hope,
and determination”
Classes run for six weeks
You will be able to sign up for another six weeks
if you choose to continue.
PLACE • New Office, Fire, and Maintenance building
The Kayenta Connection editor will
review submissions accept, modify, or
ask for corrections as seen fit. Submissions received that need modification
and are not finalized by the 14th of
the month will not be included in the
proceeding months Kayenta Connection, so submit your entries early.
A Note from the Editor • Deanna
Morales is the editor so any commu-
in the Art Village
nications should be directed to her
TIME • Monday or Wednesday from 10:00 AM to 12:00
through the Kayenta Connections.
PRICE • $210 per 6 week session (Six classes)
e-mail: [email protected]
INSTRUCTOR • Sherrie Warren
BACKGROUND • Bachelor Fine Arts. Taught for 10 years.
Worked in acrylics, oils, and pastels.
NUMBERS TO CALL TO SIGN UP
HOME • 435-656-9199 CELL • 801-680-9616
Please Contact Deanna Morales if you
are an interested Kayenta resident
and would like to submit an article
regarding something you are passionate about and would like the other
residents to know contact me and we
can discuss any comments and concerns
you would like to contribute. It can be
Poetry for the Thoughtful
Indian Summer
by Henry Van Dyke (1852 - 1933)
A soft veil dims the tender skies,
And half conceals from pensive eyes
The bronzing tokens of the fall;
A calmness broods upon the hills,
And summer’s parting dream distills
A charm of silence over all.
The stacks of corn, in brown array,
Stand waiting through
the placid day,
Like tattered wigwams on the plain;
The tribes that find a shelter there
Are phantom peoples, forms of air,
And ghosts of vanished joy
and pain.
At evening when the crimson crest
Of sunset passes down the West,
I hear the whispering
host returning;
On far-off fields, by elm and oak,
I see the lights, I smell the smoke,-The Camp-fires of the
Past are burning.
educational, a point of view, a new
idea for the Community, or a personal
story you would like to share. We can
place the articles in the Kayenta Connection and maybe some interest can
be generated for others to share. The
format will need to adhere to the submission rules for the Kayenta Connection, and I would have to discuss the
article with you upon submission, and
I will have final approval. Cell phone
is 714-469-3756. My direct Email is:
[email protected].
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It Must Be October
by Pearl N. Sorrels
The harvest moon hangs round and high
It dodges clouds high in the sky
The stars wink down their love and mirth
The Autumn seasons is giving birth
Oh it must be October
The leaves of red bright gold and brown
To Mother earth come tumbling down
The breezy nights the ghostly sights
The eerie spooky far off sounds
Are signs that its October
The pumpkin yellow big and round
Are carried by costumed clumsy clowns
Its Halloween lets celebrate
Come one come all and don’t be late
We know now its October
We’ll roast and toast some luscious food
For apples we’ll be bobbin
While tales are told around the fire
Of timely ghosts and goblins
Oh how we love October
The moon has grown pale
The stars have grown dim
Our Halloween party is over
With a hi-de-ho homeward we’ll go
What a delightful month October
A Reminder
• If you are a resident
of Ivins please refer to the monthly
Newsletter Ivins City News attached to
your City bill. The Newsletter is very
informative. Included are articles regarding Police and Fire Services, as well
as notes from the Animal Shelter with
pictures of adoptable pets. Ivins is a no
kill shelter and there are many animals
so find it in your heart to love & foster
or adopt a deserving cat or dog!
There is information regarding Parks
and Recreation events, City meeting
dates, and valuable telephone numbers with an important article from
our mayor Mr. Chris Hart. If you do
not receive an Ivins bill their website is
[email protected].
THANK YOU
Thank you for reading our October Edition of the Kayenta
Connection. This Newsletter is for our Kayenta residents and
we strive to provide information that is timely and newsworthy for our community. We also listen to your requests which
is why our newsletter is now in an easy to print format.
Submission questions & content requests should be sent to our
Editor Deanna Morales.
Sincerely, Kayenta Utah
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