Telling the stories that shape our community.
Prescott Woman Magazine is Northern Arizona’s premier women-focused media platform, dedicated to celebrating the voices, stories, and impact of the Prescott Quad Cities. What began as a lifestyle magazine has evolved into a dynamic, digital-forward brand rooted in storytelling, connection, and community uplift.
We spotlight the women who lead, create, serve, and inspire — entrepreneurs, artists, educators, advocates, and changemakers whose work shapes the place we call home. Through powerful profiles, thoughtful features, and meaningful conversations, we go beyond the surface to share stories that matter.
Today, our storytelling lives across multiple platforms. Through the She Spark Podcast, we amplify real conversations around leadership, purpose, growth, and connection. Through the Prescott Woman Awards, we honor women whose courage, compassion, and contributions make a lasting difference. And through Portraits with Purpose, we combine storytelling and service, using photography to give back and uplift local nonprofits.
More than a magazine, Prescott Woman is a movement — a trusted platform for women’s voices, a connector of community, and a catalyst for positive change. We believe stories have power, visibility creates opportunity, and when women rise, communities thrive.
Join us as we continue to celebrate Prescott — digitally, boldly, and with heart — one story, one spark, and one woman at a time.
250 Years of Courage: The Women Who Helped Shape America and Arizona
Arizona’s story cannot be told without women. Long before Arizona became a state in 1912, Indigenous women across tribal nations preserved language, culture, agriculture, art, and community traditions through generations of change and hardship. Native women played essential roles as leaders, educators, healers, and protectors of cultural identity throughout the Southwest. Even after the passage of the 19th Amendment, many Native American women in Arizona were still denied full voting rights until 1948 due to state-level restrictions.
Cooling Down the Wild West with Style: Kelly Tolbert of Cold Pony
In a town that knows how to celebrate—from weddings under Arizona skies to lively downtown gatherings—Cold Pony has quickly become a standout presence. Behind the charm, creativity, and craft cocktails is owner Kelly Tolbert, a woman who saw an opportunity to bring something fresh, memorable, and beautifully designed to Prescott’s event scene.
Experience Art in the Making at the Seventh Annual Prescott Plein Air Festival
The beauty of Prescott’s pine-covered landscapes will come to life on canvas this summer as Yavapai College’s Prescott Art Gallery presents Art in the Pines: The 7th Annual Prescott Plein Air Festival, Aug. 26–30 at the Prescott Campus Gallery, the Richard Marcusen Sculpture Garden and selected scenic locations around Prescott and Yavapai County.
Advocating for Children When It Matters Most: CASA for Kids of Yavapai County
In moments when a child’s world feels uncertain, one caring adult can make all the difference. That’s the heart behind CASA for Kids of Yavapai County—a nonprofit dedicated to advocating for children in foster care who have experienced abuse or neglect.
CASA, which stands for Court Appointed Special Advocates, is built on a simple but powerful idea: every child deserves a consistent, trusted voice during one of the most challenging times in their life.
Kassandra Holmes – 2024
Author of - A Mermaid Tail A Mermaid Tail is a rhyming photo book written by Kassandra Holmes that documents her journey into mermaiding. The book recounts her challenges of feeling like an outsider and the initial lack of respect for her unconventional dream....
A Life of Service: Honoring Catherine Brummet Peterson’s 35 Years with Catholic Charities
After more than three decades of service, Catherine “Cathy” Peterson, Executive Director of the Northern Arizona region and Vice President of Northern Arizona Program Operations for Catholic Charities, is preparing to retire—leaving behind not just programs and buildings, but a legacy that will continue through the people she has mentored and the communities she has helped shape.
For Cathy, the milestone is less about recognition and more about gratitude. Reflecting on her time with Catholic Charities, she describes it simply as “an honor to serve.”
A Mission Rooted in the Heart, not the Office
When I stepped into the role of Interim Executive Director at Yavapai Big Brothers Big Sisters earlier this year, I knew I was inheriting a legacy built on love, community, and possibility. For more than 50 years, our organization has stood as a steady force in the lives of local youth, giving them the guidance and encouragement they need to thrive.
As we focus on a bright future for us and our matches, I want to share why we are selling our Prescott office building. For some, that might sound like a loss. But for us, it is a conscious, hopeful step. A building is just walls and windows, but our mission lives in the laughter exchanged between a Big and a Little, in the text messages of encouragement, and in the moments when a young person feels seen and heard.
Laughter in the Ponderosas
My children absolutely love being outside. They are happy and most content when they can simply wander, wonder, and play outdoors. These statements are not true only about my own kids; but I have heard the same expressions from endless numbers of parents and caregivers. When you take your children into nature, or even to a playground, you can take a deep breath and know that they will engage in a healthy activity with laughter and enjoyment.
While many of us love to explore deep into nature off the beaten path, that kind of venture can seem like a daunting task when you involve children. Parents often choose to bring their children to play on playgrounds because playgrounds have bathrooms, picnic tables, and ease of accessibility. The Highlands Center for Natural History offers the best of both worlds. There are 80 acres of beautiful, forested trails as well as stroller-friendly and fully ADA-accessible paths, indoor bathrooms with diaper tables, picnic benches, a gift shop, and a playground.
Rooted in Nature
Stillness and ease are at the heart of a Japanese garden, evoking an awareness of the present moment.
Strolling through secret pathways of raked white sand and wooden bridges over koi ponds offer a place of pure tranquility in a Japanese garden.
There is a brilliant concept in the Japanese culture, mono no aware. It is a term that encapsulates the fleeting beauty of the natural world. The falling autumn leaves, the bursting beauty of cherry blossoms, or the dew drops on a lotus leaf. We witness these soft and sweet expressions for what seems only a moment in time.
New Option for Cervical Cancer Screening: HPV Self-Collection Now Available Across Arizona
Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable forms of cancer — yet thousands of women are still diagnosed each year. Barriers like access to care, transportation challenges, cultural or religious beliefs, personal discomfort, and even stigma around HPV continue to prevent many from getting screened.
Now, there’s a new option designed to change that.
Sonora Quest Laboratories has expanded its cervical cancer screening services by offering an FDA-approved HPV self-collection test through My Lab ReQuest™. The new screening option is available at all Sonora Quest Patient Service Centers across Arizona, giving individuals a safe, private alternative to a traditional pelvic exam.
Get Involved!
Prescott Woman Magazine chatted with Candace Lea aka Pickle Lea, with Pickles Lea Yoga, to find out what makes her enjoy Prescott and everything it offers.
Creating Your Dream Space
Home design, remodels, and custom home projects can feel very overwhelming. There are so many decisions to make, from grout color to HOA approvals, lighting plans to genius kitchen layouts. Figuring out how to tie it all together is where an interior designer can come in and truly work their magic.
Like any good collaboration, the key to success is communication. So, how do you work with an interior designer to make sure the process is seamless, and the end result is exactly what you want? Here are a few tips to help you make the most out of the partnership.
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