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.

The MENding Monologues stages a “theatrepeutic” experience for audiences. With 2008 World Grand Slam Poet Ed Mabrey Sedona AZ (October 6, 2011) – Inspired by The Vagina Monologues, The MENding Monologues performs on Friday, Oct 7 at 7 PM for their last local performance of the year. Tickets are $10 advance or $12 the night of the show. This show is likely to sell out, so please purchase your tickets early.

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Verde Valley, AZ (October 6, 2011) –  The Coconino and Tonto National Forests will be conducting area improvements along the Fossil Creek Road (FR708) and the Childs Road (FR 502) from October 17 through 22. A temporary road closure of FR 708 will be in effect Monday October 17, between the Fossil Creek Springs Trailhead and the historic Irving Power Plant location. This section of road will reopen Tuesday, October 18, although individuals can expect periodic traffic delays and heavy equipment construction activity in the area throughout the week.

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Museum’s Fall Arts & Crafts Sale Sedona AZ (October 5, 2011) – The gift-giving holiday season is fast upon us all. What do we do for those on our list who have everything? You may want to check out this weekend’s Fall Arts & Crafts Sale at the Sedona Heritage Museum. The show is Saturday only, October 15 at the Museum in Uptown Sedona. Doors are open from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The show will be set up in the historic Jordan apple packing shed and surrounding park. This show is an old-fashioned arts and crafts show like you…

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Sedona AZ (October 5, 2011) – A fourth Community Plan workshop will be held on the topic of Sustainability on Wednesday, October 12, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room at West Sedona School. The public is encouraged to attend and participate in this important long-range planning project.

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Sedona AZ (October 5, 2011) – Bring your bathing suit and join your friends at the best pumpkin patch in Sedona. On Saturday, October 22, 2011 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., the Sedona Community Pool will be home to 300 pumpkins ready for the picking. Out of the water that is! From 1 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., children can enjoy games on the pool deck. At 1:30 p.m., participants will be allowed into the water to select their favorite pumpkin.

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Sedona AZ (October 5, 2011) – There’s no place like home. After all, home is where the heart is. And this season at Canyon Moon Theatre, home is where the drama is! From crazy families and quirky friends to unexpected love and unconditional devotion, Season XIV will bring you laughs and touch your heart. Get ready to experience shows that range from the thought-provoking to the laughably absurd to the all too familiar. Our benefit-laden Season Subscription offers you priority seating, discounts on special events, the ability to exchange tickets easily before a performance and the opportunity to purchase discounted…

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Sedona AZ (October 5, 2011) – Keep Sedona Beautiful, Inc. is pleased to announce the first winners in the newly launched Sedona Capture the Wonder (SCTW) online photo contest. The contest was held from June 15 through August 15, 2011. Photos taken within 160,000 acres of Red Rock Country were rated by an online voting process designed to be as fair as possible and winners will receive cash prizes totaling $350. The goal of this and all future contests is to protect and sustain this area by “Capturing the Wonder of Sedona,” as a lasting testament to its unique natural…

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Sedona AZ (October 5, 2011) – The City of Sedona is currently seeking to fill two positions on the Housing Commission. Both are three-year terms, from November 1, 2011 through October 31, 2014. The deadline to submit applications to be considered to serve on the Housing Commission is Monday, November 7, 2011 at 5:00 p.m.

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Sedona AZ (October 5, 2011) – The City of Sedona has been notified that Centurylink (formerly Qwest) will be performing underground work on Brewer Road starting Thursday, October 6 through Tuesday, October 11, 2011. The work will require a lane closure on Brewer Road for southbound traffic just north of Ranger Road. The work is restricted to nighttime between the hours of 8:00 p.m. through 6:00 a.m. No lane restrictions have been authorized during the day. Should you have questions on this project, please contact the CenturyLink office in Cottonwood at 634-7556.

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Local Group Scams Sedona Again By Editor Sedona, AZ (October 3, 2011) – Most people believe that anything you see on tv or read in the newspaper must be true. The reality is quite the opposite, however. Pick any topic from Afghanistan to Zaire. Are we getting the complete truth from main stream media (MSM) or are we getting the “sanitized” version of world events? Who’s to be believed? What about the local media? One thing is for sure and that is if you want a complete picture, you must do your research and cross check the “facts”. It’s only…

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Workshops on Economy and  Sustainability Sedona AZ (October 5, 2011) – The Community Plan workshop on Economy & Prosperity is this Wed. Oct. 5 at 6:00 p.m. at the Jewish Community of Sedona and the Verde Valley located at 100 Meadowlark Drive, off Hwy. 179. A diverse group of panelists will respond to your questions and comments about the future of Sedona’s economy and the region.

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Sedona AZ (October 3, 2011) – On Wednesday, October 19, 2011, at 5 p.m. [NOTE: the correct time is 5:30pm], the Sedona City Council will hold a work session on the City’s storm drainage management program. There will be a presentation and discussion regarding the major flooding events in 2009 and 2011, the 2005 storm drain master plan, and current drainage maintenance practices. Items to be covered include the City’s efforts to manage storm runoff, the priorities of that program, and the costs associated with the program. Interested residents and business owners are encouraged to attend. Sedona City Hall is…

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Sedona AZ (October 3, 2011) – The Department of Parks and Recreation is offering two unique and creative workshops on faux painting. During these hands-on classes, Instructor Linda Coffman will guide you through the beginning skills that will allow you to create your own painted walls. During the Classic, Tuscan, Metallics workshop, participants learn a faster, easier way to use paint to replicate Old World, stone-like walls, and classic looks for a traditional theme. Learn how to add “bling” from metallics.

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Sedona AZ (October 3, 2011) – Parks and Recreation are pleased to offer two unique workshops for those in our community that are interested in learning to play a musical instrument. Let Instructor Craig Coffman guide you through the steps of learning to play a guitar and a piano. Some music teachers may not want you to know this, but you don’t need years of weekly lessons to learn piano. In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment.

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