Carolyn Classen

Carolyn Sugiyama Classen, a life long Democrat, was born & raised in the State of Hawaii, was a Legislative Aide for U.S. Senator Daniel K. Inouye on Capitol Hill, and practiced law for a while. In Tucson she worked as a tribal staff attorney for the Pascua Yaqui Tribe and later was the Interim Executive Director of the now defunct Domestic Violence Commission. In 2008 she became a “My Tucson” guest columnist for the Tucson Citizen newspaper, then continued blogging for Tucsoncitizen.com for over four and a half years. Her blogsite was entitled “Carolyn’s Community” about community events and some political news, until Gannett Publishing shut down the site on January 31, 2014. She started with Blog for Arizona on Feb. 11, 2014. Part time she sat as a Hearing Officer in Pima County Consolidated Justice Courts Small Claims Division since April, 2005 for 15 years. She is married to University of Arizona Distinguished Professor Albrecht Classen, a native of Germany. They have one son, who lives in Seattle, WA with his wife and daughter. She is also the Editor of the Southern Arizona Japanese Cultural Coalition website, www.southernazjapan.org (since Jan. 2013).

BENNUVAL! Stories and Science of Space at the Fox Theater

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“Join OSIRIS-REx lead scientist Dante Lauretta, College of Humanities faculty, artists, musicians and special guests for a night celebrating the spirit of human curiosity, culture and knowledge, from the ancient myths of the stars to the modern scientific exploration of our universe.

As OSIRIS-REx approaches the asteroid Bennu, a family-friendly variety show explores how space unites science and the humanities.

Learn how folk tales inspire the space missions that are searching for answers to how the universe began. Sit back and enjoy an out-of-this-world, family-friendly show 

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1, 6 PM

Fox Tucson Theatre, 17 W. Congress St.

Doors open at 5 pm

PURCHASE TICKETS 

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23rd Annual BICAS Art Auction (Nov. 30/Dec.1)

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“It’s that time of year again! BICAS’ 23rd Annual Art Auction is coming up fast, and we hope all of you can join us! Friday is our classic drink, check out art, schmooze, and make your plan of attack for Saturday.

Nov 30, 6 to 10 p.m. and Dec. 1, 6 to 9 p.m. at YWCA of Southern Arizona, 525 N. Bonita Ave.

When Saturday comes, all of our amazing Art donated by this WONDERFUL community will be up for grabs. You can Auction all night, well at least until 9:00PM which is the cutoff! Take it with you then, or pick it up at BICAS later.

This is our LARGEST fundraiser of the year, so we hope to see many of your lovely faces out there ready to buy some sweet sweet Art. Fun for the whole family, which means no excuses!

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Free Sun Link streetcar rides on Small Business Saturday on Nov. 24

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FREE STREETCAR RIDES ON SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

Ride Sun Link to Shop Local and Watch the UA Football Game

“All Tucsonans and visitors are invited to ride the Sun Link Streetcar for free all day Saturday, November 24th for Small Business Saturday, beginning at 8 a.m.

Sponsors of the free Sun Link rides are Main Gate Square, Fourth Avenue Merchants Association, Downtown Tucson Partnership, Mercado District and the University of Arizona. All participating sponsors are kicking-off the holiday season to encourage Tucson to take part in Small Business Saturday, following Thanksgiving.

Holiday shoppers will find many local retailers and businesses offering promotions and great deals on items throughout the districts along the streetcar route, including:

  • Downtown Tucson shoppers can look for a GOLDEN TICKET inside a Downtown local business to redeem for a swag bag and a Downtown gift card valued between $20-$100! Plus, mention the password “SHOP SMALL” to a Downtown Purple Shirted Ambassador and receive a FREE gift item! Visit downtowntucson.org for more information.
  • 4th Avenue Merchants will have discounts and deals all along the Avenue. Look for specific deals on the 4th Avenue Merchants Facebook Event page and at fourthavenue.org.
  • Sales and deals for Main Gate Square retailers will be listed at maingatesquare.com and families can visit Santa from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Mercado District will have special discounts and sales at Mercado San Agustin and the MSA Annex retailers, including Turntable Furniture – 15% off anything on that day; Dust &Heritage – free reusable tote bags with purchases over $70; Now or Never – Free gift with purchase of $150 or more! While supplies last; Shop Fletcher and Co – Every purchase receives a complimentary “Everyday” greeting card featuring a cactus or air plant; Luca Ryann – 40% off of new apparel Saturday only; Why I Love Where I Live – “Small Business Saturday Selfie” – Post a picture of yourself with their Tucson wall. Show them the post at checkout and get a free sticker; and MAST – 15% off Jewelry, leather goods and lighting. Visit the Mercado District Facebook Event page for more information.

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Happy Thanksgiving 2018

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Well, it seems that Arizona Democrats and progressives have a lot to be happy and thankful for this Thanksgiving 2018: First Democratic woman U.S. Senator Krysten Sinema three other Democrats won statewide offices:  Sec. of State Katie Hobbs, Superintendent of Public Instruction Kathy Hoffman, and back on the Corporation Commission  — Sandra Kennedy. Here in … Read more

Made in Tucson Market on November 25

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Hosted by Made in Tucson Market and Historic Fourth Avenue “Meet Tucson artists, take a peek into their processes, and buy locally-made goods! The Made in Tucson Market will be happening November 25, 2018 on Historic Fourth Avenue. This is going to be an impressive marketplace that reflects the authenticity of Tucson and its makers! … Read more