Author: Tommy Acosta

Tommy Acosta is the publisher, editor, and lead opinion writer of Sedona.biz, the hyperlocal cyber magazine known as "The Voice of Sedona and the Verde Valley." He writes on local issues, politics, national affairs, culture, and personal reflection, often with a provocative or satirical tone.In addition to his work as a writer, Acosta is a working musician and reflexologist. He has written extensively about the challenges Sedona's musicians face, noting their low pay despite the town's vibrant music scene.Acosta describes himself as a "political actualist," rejecting strict party affiliations and instead focusing on how people are manipulated by political processes. His coverage spans local Sedona issues, tourism, short-term rentals, cultural events, community building, as well as national commentary and critiques of political figures, sometimes through imaginative pieces like "What Would Tommy Do?"Acosta is deeply engaged in Sedona's cultural and spiritual community, advocating for local musicians, artisans, and businesses, and writing about Sedona's unique identity as a spiritual and artistic hub.

Sedona AZ (November 1, 2013) – Lori Rubenstein will show a short film called “The Children of Abraham” and talk about her trip next summer to work with Israeli’s and Palestinians as part of the Compassionate Listening Project. “Choices…we all have them. We can view the world as a victim or take our power back and choose more empowering perspectives. Ultimately, it’s just a choice.” Lori says.

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Receptions: Friday November 8 and Saturday November 9, 5-8pm Camp Verde AZ (October 31, 2013) – Camp Verde’s local art gallery, White Hills Gallery, is pleased to announce this year’s Mini Show. The Mini show includes miniature masterpieces from local Arizona artists, all 12×12” and under, on display from Friday November 8th 2013 to Monday January 13th 2014. These mini masterpieces include oil paintings, watercolors, photography, mixed media and more, in a variety of styles, including abstract, traditional, and representational. Artists included in this exhibit were selected from the Verde Valley and the Phoenix region. Previously exhibited artists including Nancy…

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By Patrice RohmerCottonwood Smart Meter Awareness(October 31, 2013) Cottonwood Smart Meter Awareness is proud to announce a free viewing of the nationally acclaimed documentary  “Take Back Your Power” “Take Back Your Power” is a professionally produced documentary spelling out the ramifications of the “Smart” grid that is being installed world wide. 

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Sedona AZ (October 30, 2013) – Monika Hilleary began her career many years ago as a highly successful commercial photographer.  But as an artist, she has journeyed a great distance since that beginning, taking up painting and mixed media and incorporating unique blends of techniques and materials in her more recent and contemporary creations. During November, many of her latest works will be on exhibit at Sedona Giclée Gallery, located in west Sedona’s Harkins Theater Plaza.  An artist’s reception will be held in the gallery on Saturday, November 9, from 4 to 8PM, and the public is invited to stop…

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2013 Tour winds down with the ‘Finding Your Excellence’Seminar in Sedona Sedona AZ (October 30, 2013) – Derek O’Neill, internationally acclaimed psychotherapist, motivational speaker, and author, will be offering a 2 hour motivational seminar in Sedona and Phoenix in early November. Derek advises business leaders, artists and politicians, helping them transcend their limitations and bring harmony back into their lives and businesses. He demonstrates that our highest ideals are not only compatible with good business sense but are in fact essential to our success, happiness, and fulfillment.

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Laura Eisenhower, great granddaughter of Dwight D. Eisenhower to be a keynote speaker at the Ascension Rising Conference Sedona AZ (October 30, 2013) – Laura Magdalene Eisenhower, who has resided and traveled independently in over 20 cities in the U.S. and abroad has developed a wide knowledge base in frontier health, natural systems, alchemy, metaphysics and ancient history, and also has degrees and certifications in science, wilderness, expedition leadership, natural healing and building. She is a mythic cosmologies, global strategist, clairvoyant healer, Earth advocate and artist.

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Flagstaff AZ (October 29, 2013) – In an effort to showcase the artistic talents of many adoptable animals and offer unique holiday gifts, Second Chance Center for Animals (SCCA) is hosting their third annual “Petcasso” Paw Expressions art show and sale during the monthly Artwalk in downtown Flagstaff this Friday, November 1 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Brews and Cues, 11 S. Beaver St. The fundraiser will feature 100 paintings created by the dogs and cats living at and adopted from SCCA during the last year. All proceeds raised from the evening will benefit the animals at Second Chance…

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Sedona AZ (October 29, 2013) – When members of the Sedona Arts Center gathered in September for their Annual Meeting they elected three new directors, reelected three others to additional terms, and celebrated SAC’s success at meeting its budget goals for Fiscal Year 2012­-2013. Not only did the Arts Center end the year in the black, it exceeded its Contributed Income goal. Executive Director Pam Frazier extended heartfelt thanks to the full- and part-time staff members, board members, generous donors and dozens of volunteers who all played a role in this success. Frazier also received a round of applause when…

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Sedona AZ (October 29, 2013) – Karen Russell hosts “THE FUTURE OF FOOD”. This is a must see movie showing what’s really going on with our food supply and where we are headed. How is the DNA of a seed changed and what consequences does it have on our health? 6:00p.m. to 9:00p.m. 75 Sedona View Drive. $8 or bring a friend for half price! Limited seating, please RSVP 928-282-8918.

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Sedona AZ (October 28, 2013) – Local author and human development consultant, Peggy Natiello, Ph.D., recently initiated discussions on world issues in the UK at international Going Global events. Natiello’s presentation, “Into the Chaos with the Person-Centered Approach,” was the impetus for two, three-day meetings. Natiello reported growing enthusiasm for the dialogues, which she originally began with a Going Global gathering in Vermont in 2011. “While my British hosts concentrated our meetings in Sheffield and Glasgow,” she said, “they expanded the participation to Japan, Australia, Africa and other parts of Europe through technology.” Although the average-size group was about 70,…

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Sedona AZ (October 27, 2013) -I don’t usually write in the first person but I’m making an exception this time because this is personal. Sedona Mayor Rob Adams was recently criticized in a Red Rock News editorial offering him space to explain his walking out on an Aug 14 City Council meeting in protest over a vote the mayor felt was a great harm to the community. The same editorial calls for an apology from the mayor to the people of Sedona for having done so.

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Sedona AZ (October 27, 2013) – For an artist, finding a distinctive “voice” – a recognizable style or look – is the key to becoming recognized as established and collectible.  Hillside’s Pop Up Sedona Gallery in November features two prominent examples in highly divergent mediums – artists whose sophistication and proficiency are unmistakable and whose stature is solid and enduring.

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Sedona AZ (October 27, 2013) – If you believe one man’s trash is another man’s treasure, then you will not want to miss Red Rose Inspiration for Animals’ first “Rummage for Rescue” on Saturday, November 2nd at the Olde Sedona Bar and Grill, 1405 West Hwy 89A, Sedona. Come on by between 9a.m. and 3p.m. and shop at the rummage sale for lots of great stuff, including clothes, shoes, linens, and much more. There will be plenty to choose from and your support will make a difference in the community, one animal at a time.

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CYPHERDomestic Short HairLess than 1 year oldNeutered MaleI’m an affectionate sweet kitty ready to cuddle and play all day! CORSAIRDomestic Short HairLess than 1 year oldNeutered MaleI’m a sweet kitten, who loves to play! Meet us at the Humane Society of Sedona, seven days a week from 10am to 4pm.

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Sedona AZ (October 25, 2013) – The Sedona United Methodist Church invites the families of Sedona and the Verde Valley to visit their Halloween Carnival on Saturday, October 26th from 2:00p.m. until 3:30p.m. in the church parking lot. This will be a fun filled afternoon with carnival games, prizes with popcorn and drinks for sale. There will also be a bounce house. Admission to the event is free. Children are encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes.

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