by Carolyn Classen, blogger “Join us for the John Lewis National Day of Commemoration in Tucson Date: July 17 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pmLocation: Indoors at the Main Library, 101 N. Stone, Tucson 85701Wednesday marks the fourth anniversary of Congressman John Lewis’s death. In Tucson, we will join events across the country to commemorate his life and his work to secure … Read more
Stumbled upon a collection of lovely, Tucson book cover prints by local artist Rudy Flores on display on the wooden towers in the cafe area at the Joel D. Valdez main library (101 N. Stone Ave., first floor). They are incredible folk-art like with bright colors and amusing themes. Here are 3 of my favorites, … Read more
Climate Change Forums “Climate change is real and affecting our home. Hear how to put the brakes on climate change and learn about ways to deal with a hotter future. Meet students who are taking action and arm yourself with information. All programs take place at the Joel D Valdez Main Library, 101. N. Stone … Read more
“School Choice in Arizona: Privatization, Charter Schools, and Vouchers” Saturday, June 9, 2018 (11:00AM – 12:30PM) Joel D Valdez Main Library, 101 N. Stone Avenue “Join us for a FRANK Talk about school choice. Arizona is one of the nation’s most “choice friendly” states regarding educational opportunities at the K-12 level.School choice is a term … Read more
Weaponized Narrative: Information Warfare as the New Battlespace Saturday, March 17, 2018 (2:00PM – 3:30PM) Joel D Valdez Main Library, 101 N. Stone Ave. Tucson Description Join us for a FRANK Talk about information warfare. “Weaponized narrative is the latest term for information warfare, focusing specifically on the role of new media in shaping opinion. … Read more