Author: Tommy Acosta

Sedona Library Hosts Promotional Workshop Sedona, AZ (June 1, 2011) – Marilyn Meredith of Springville, California and Willma Gore of Village of Oak Creek, Arizona will appear in the Community Room at the Sedona Public Library on Tuesday afternoon, June 7, 3:30 p.m. for a joint presentation about writing for publication and promoting your writing (or anything else you’d like to sell) via the Internet. The two women–friends and fellow writer workshop members for more than 30 years—will share the afternoon program. Novelist, Marilyn’s emphasis will be the many ways to make your books known and available through Blogs and…

Pre-Application Meeting June 9 at Sedona City Hall Sedona, AZ (June 1, 2011) –  Application forms for City of Sedona grants in the areas of community building, arts & culture, and economic stimulation funding categories are now available.  $120,000 is available for the upcoming fiscal year. The City encourages and may fund activities, programs, or events developed by 501(c) organizations that serve a public purpose, provide a fair return value to the City and are consistent with the City’s funding priorities. An optional pre-application meeting will be held on Thursday, June 9 at 2:00 p.m. in the Vultee Conference room…

Sedona Honored for Commitment to Professional Internship Program Sedona, AZ (May 26, 2011 – Recently the City of Sedona received the 2011 Community Partner Award from the Politics and International Affairs Department of Northern Arizona State University (NAU). The award, sponsored by the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, honored the City in recognition for their commitment to the college, effort in developing a professional internship program and providing real life work experience for student interns. The breakfast event was held in the1899 Ballroom at the NAU campus on May 6, 2011. The Community Partner award is presented each year…

Graffiti as Art at e-Go Gallery Clarkdale, AZ (May 26, 2011) – Made in Clarkdale’s e-GO Gallery welcomed artists Thursday evening, May 19, to the gala opening of their newest show, Tag Art = Graffiti. The show opened with bare walls wrapped in paper and easels and drawing supplies scattered throughout the gallery. As the evening wore on the walls began to fill with the graffiti works of the artists in attendance.

Film Festival Presents Film and Concert at Tequa Marketplace Sedona, AZ (May 26, 2011) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present “Cinema Under the Stars” at Tequa featuring the exclusive Northern Arizona premiere of the new indie comedy “Ceremony” on Tuesday, May 31. There will be one screening of the film outdoors at the Tequa Marketplace courtyard in the Village of Oak Creek. A live concert performance by Chris Spheeris and Suzie Schomaker will kick off the evening at 7 p.m. Come early, bring lawn chairs and blankets … and enjoy the sounds of these renowned performers!…

Sedona, AZ (May 26, 2011) The Sedona International Film Festival announces Packin’ on the Patio Benefit june 3, 2011 at Tlaquepaque Arts & Crafts Village.

Sedona Stripes Some Streets after Sunset Sedona, AZ (May 25, 2011) – The streets in Sedona will be striped starting Wednesday, June 1, 2011 through Friday, June 24. Most of the work will be performed between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., but there will be some work done starting at 6:00 p.m. and continuing until dawn. The night work involves the application of stop bars at stop signs and will be performed in some of the residential areas. The project areas include all City streets. Striping will consist of crosswalks, stop bars, pavement arrows, “only” symbols, bike…

Jerome First Saturday Art Walk June 4th Jerome, AZ (May 25, 2011) – Warm, easy nights of June in Jerome will set the perfect mood to welcome art lovers as they stroll the lovely galleries and studios that circle the town from the Old Jerome High School to Made in Jerome Pottery and The Lincoln Gallery. This first Saturday Art Walk on June 4th will continue to delight the growing group of regulars as well as lucky newcomers to this wonderful evening. The festivities start at 5:00PM throughout the town with a free shuttle running until 8:00PM. With 20 open…

Sustainability: A Growing Way Of Life In Sedona By Councilor Dennis Rayner Sedona, AZ (May 25, 2011) – In January 2011, City Council’s Sustainability Commission had its first meeting. The commission is comprised of nine community volunteers who are enthusiastically dedicated to improving and sustaining our quality of life in Sedona. The mission of this commission is to “advise the City Council regarding policies, programs, regulations, and strategies that will increase public awareness, knowledge and action through best practices in sustainability with measurable outcomes to enhance and enrich our community.”

Traffic Re-routing and Minor Delays Expected Sedona, AZ (may 25, 2011) – The City of Sedona will begin the process to mill and repave City parking lots and streets starting Tuesday, May 31, 2011 with an expected completion date of Wednesday, June 29. The parking lots that will be milled and repaved are Sunset Park, Posse Grounds soccer field and baseball field, Teen Center and Uptown parking lots. Please note that the Uptown parking lot will be done in two stages so that only one half of the parking lot will be worked on at one time and the other…

Sedona Gallery Association 1st Friday Event Sedona, AZ (May 23, 2011)- The Sedona Gallery Association is pleased to announce events for the next 1st Friday, June 3, 2011. The Sedona Gallery Association represents the collaborative efforts of the premiere galleries in Sedona to ensure that art lovers and artists alike experience the best art environment imaginable.

Fourth Annual Mayor’s Arts Awards Sedona, AZ (May 21, 2011) – The City of Sedona Arts and Culture Commission is pleased to announce the Call for Nominations for the Fourth Annual Mayor’s Arts Awards, which each year honor individuals, organizations, and businesses that have made outstanding contributions to the success of the arts in Sedona. Nominations must be received or postmarked by Monday, August 1, 2011. There are four nomination categories including Individual, Organization/Business, Lifetime Achievement, and Education The first two categories are for an individual, organization, gallery or other business who has made a significant contribution to the…

Sedona City Council’s Ongoing Communications Efforts Sedona, AZ (May 20, 2011) – As part of the Sedona City Council’s ongoing communications efforts and community outreach, the third of the quarterly Neighborhood Listening sessions will take place on Wednesday, June 8, 2011 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Wayside Chapel, Jordan Hall, 401 North State Route 89A. This meeting will cover the Uptown area; however, all members of the public are welcome. The next Neighborhood meeting, date and location to be determined, will cover the geographical area of Rodeo Road to Bristlecone Pines. Come share your thoughts on issues…

Proposed Trail System South of Cornville Road Verde Valley, AZ (May 21, 2011) – The Coconino National Forest Red Rock Ranger District wants to hear your comments concerning recreational trail opportunities on the National Forest located south of the Cornville Road, and east of State Route 89A.  A public meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 6, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for those interested in learning more about the proposed trail system. The meeting will be held at the Oak Creek School Gym, 11490 E. Purple Sage Drive in Cornville.

Assist Forest Service Trail Maintenance Verde Valley, AZ (May 22, 2011 –  The Red Rock Ranger District of the Coconino National Forest is hosting a 2011 National Trails Day Volunteer Event on Saturday, June 4. Individuals interested in participating in the event can choose from three different activities and are being asked to sign up early due to limited parking and shuttle service. Project 1— Assisting Forest Service personnel in building a floating foot bridge on the Huckaby trail, located at the base of the Midgely Bridge in Oak Creek Canyon and Highway 89A. Individuals are asked to meet at…