BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Blog for Arizona - ECPv6.17.3.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Blog for Arizona X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://blogforarizona.net X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Blog for Arizona REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Phoenix BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260915T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260915T190000 DTSTAMP:20260901T220429Z CREATED:20260805T140937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T220429Z UID:202243-1789495200-1789498800@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:AZ Superintendent of Public Instruction candidates Clean Elections debate DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nSuperintendent of Public Instruction \n\n\n\nCandidates: \n\n\n\nKimberly Yee (R) \n\n\n\nTeresa Leyba Ruiz (D) \n\n\n\nhttps://www.azcleanelections.gov/debate-information \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: Yee is the 2 term AZ State Treasurer (termed out)\, served in AZ Senate and House prior to current position. Dr. Ruiz is a retired educator\, former President of Glendale Community College. Current Superintendent Tom Horne was defeated in the Republican primary on July 21\, 2026. CCEC website indicates both candidates will be participating. URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/az-superintendent-of-public-instruction-candidates-clean-elections-debate/ LOCATION:Arizona ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/CleanElectionslogo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260915T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260915T190000 DTSTAMP:20260701T030350Z CREATED:20260701T030347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T030350Z UID:200608-1789495200-1789498800@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:CEBV Know your 2026 AZ Ballot Propositions DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime\n\n\n\nTuesday\, September 15 \n\n\n\n6 – 7pm MST \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nVirtual event \n\n\n\nJoin from anywhere \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\n“Join Civic Engagement Beyond Voting for a deep dive into all the state propositions that will be on the November 2026 ballot. There are a lot of them and they’re confusing. We’ll cover what each one will do if passed and give you some tips and talking points so you can help educate your community. \n\n\n\nBe sure to get ready for the long ballot coming your way! \n\n\n\nYour confirmation and reminder emails will contain the link to join. Please check your spam/junk folders if you don’t see these emails! \n\n\n\nWe offer all of our trainings and presentations for free. Please consider donating $5-$10 after you register to ensure we are able to continue to do so.” \n\n\n\nhttps://www.mobilize.us/cebv/event/975696 URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/cebv-know-your-2026-az-ballot-propositions/ LOCATION:Arizona ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/2026-Ballot-Propositions_20260618202647511023.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260914T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260914T193000 DTSTAMP:20260906T151050Z CREATED:20260905T031547Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260906T151050Z UID:203471-1789410600-1789414200@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:Az Superintendent of Public Instruction candidate forum DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n📽”Must Watch: SOSAZ Network and Arizona PTA are co-hosting a virtual candidate forum for AZ Superintendent of Public Instruction! \n\n\n\n✅ Confirmed: Dr. Leyba Ruiz❓ Invited: Treasurer Yee📆 Date: Monday\, Sept 14th🕡 Time: 6:30-7:15pm✍️ Register: bit.ly/SPI-forum \n\n\n\nWe hope you will join us for a robust and forward-focused dialogue on how AZ’s next Superintendent will serve students\, educators\, and families.” \n\n\n\nRSVP: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_U87gSL-5RiaMmWYn_JofMg#/registration URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/az-superintendent-of-public-instruction-candidate-forum/ LOCATION:Arizona ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/F99DBF40-3C93-47F2-934B-A995B7FA0DE6.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260914T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260914T130000 DTSTAMP:20260908T233253Z CREATED:20260908T164733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T233253Z UID:203658-1789387200-1789390800@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:Steven Eddy of T.E.P. at DGT DESCRIPTION:September 14 @ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM MST \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Please join us for a lively discussion and Q&A with Steven Eddy\, director of public affairs at Tucson Electric Power\, on Monday\, Sept. 14\, at 12:00 p.m. Arizona time via Zoom. We’ll discuss the upcoming franchise agreement vote\, utility issues in Southern Arizona\, and your questions. Join us for a timely conversation with the top government liaison for one of Arizona’s biggest electricity providers. \n\n\n\nYou Must Register in Advance for This Event:\n\n\n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/XQuXHgZcRNqSCIDOM_iqqg\n\n\n\nSteven Eddy represents and advances company and utility policies with federal\, state and local elected officials\, while also maintaining relations with government agencies\, trade associations and community stakeholders. A native Tucsonan and University of Arizona graduate\, Eddy has been with TEP for 14 years. Prior to that\, he held positions in land use planning\, real estate development and economic development. “ \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: this TEP franchise extension is Prop 421 on General Election ballot. INFO: https://www.tep.com/news/five-things-to-know-about-proposition-421/ URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/steven-eddy-of-t-e-p-at-dgt/ LOCATION:Arizona ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/EF588778-115C-4144-BE4D-FF5FDC22A5EC.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260912T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260912T193000 DTSTAMP:20260902T163239Z CREATED:20260902T162603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T163239Z UID:203342-1789237800-1789241400@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:JoAnna Mendoza rally with Pete Buttigieg in Tucson DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime\n\n\n\nSaturday\, September 12 \n\n\n\n6:30 – 7:30pm MST \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nTucsonTucson\, AZ 85747Map \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\n“Join Pete Buttigieg\, former Secretary of Transportation and JoAnna Mendoza\, Democratic nominee for Arizona’s Sixth Congressional District\, and Copper State Victory for a rally in Tucson! \n\n\n\nLocation and arrival information will be announced closer to the event. \n\n\n\nhttps://www.mobilize.us/mendozaforcongress/event/1018728 \n\n\n\nDoors open at 5:00 PM.” \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: JoAnna is challenging Republican 2 term incumbent Juan Ciscomani for Congress in CD 6. She ran before for then LD-11 State Senate in 2020. URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/joanna-mendoza-rally-with-pete-buttigieg-in-tucson/ LOCATION:Arizona ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/PeteButtigiegrally.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260912T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260912T160000 DTSTAMP:20260901T155340Z CREATED:20260901T153502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T155340Z UID:203294-1789225200-1789228800@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:LD 19 Meet the Senate & House candidates DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/ld-19-meet-the-senate-house-candidates/ LOCATION:Continental Plaza\, 210 W. Continental Road\, Green Valley\, Arizona\, 85614 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/LD19-candidates.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260912T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260912T163000 DTSTAMP:20260828T051424Z CREATED:20260828T051252Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T051424Z UID:203096-1789223400-1789230600@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:Pre-election Party with a Purpose DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nFlowing Wells Public Library \n\n\n\n1730 W Wetmore Rd \n\n\n\nTucson\, AZ 85705 \n\n\n\nMap Links: \n\n\n\nOSMGoogleApple \n\n\n\nOrganizer: Indivisible Tucson Action Alliance \n\n\n\nClick here for more information and to RSVP.Hosted by Indivisible Tucson Action Alliance. Let’s gather to share wisdom\, enthusiasm\, and actions we can take to prepare for November 3rd. Light refreshments will be provided.” URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/pre-election-party-with-a-purpose/ LOCATION:Flowing Wells library\, 1730 W. Wetmore Rd.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85705 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/879B6085-529E-4930-91BA-3328EE7703FB.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260912T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260912T163000 DTSTAMP:20260823T043021Z CREATED:20260823T042657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260823T043021Z UID:202908-1789221600-1789230600@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:I.C.E. Out Community assembly DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nICE Out Community Assembly\n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nFirst Christian Church \n\n\n\n740 E Speedway Blvd \n\n\n\nMap Links: \n\n\n\nOSMGoogleApple \n\n\n\nOrganizer: Community Organized \n\n\n\nEvery 2nd Saturday. Childcare and English/Spanish interpretation provided. \n\n\n\nTogether\, we can put an end to the cruelty of immigration enforcement. Bring your loved ones and your ideas\, big or small. Everyone has something to offer. \n\n\n\nGather to imagine\, make plans\, and take action. URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/i-c-e-out-community-assembly/ LOCATION:First Christian Church\, 740 E Speedway Blvd.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85719 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/ICEOut.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260912T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260912T100000 DTSTAMP:20260909T000229Z CREATED:20260908T235851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T000229Z UID:203674-1789200000-1789207200@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:Protest at Juan Ciscomani's office DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nTime\n\n\n\nSaturdays \n\n\n\n8 – 10am MST \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nIn front of Ciscomani’s office \n\n\n\n1636 N Swan Rd \n\n\n\nSE corner of Swan & PimaTucson\, AZ 85712Map \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\n“Join us every Saturday from 8AM – 10AM. We will protest peacefully outside Congressman Ciscomani’s office. Get a taste of these weekly protests here: https://youtube.com/shorts/NMwCDwp55aQ \n\n\n\nWith our presence and our signs\, we will tell Ciscomani he has failed to properly represent his constituents and uphold the constitution! We will proudly support JoAnna Mendoza to represent us going forward. \n\n\n\nWe will have extra signs\, chillin’ chairs\, educational materials\, and a letter-writing station for you to write a letter to Ciscomani and deliver it personally to his office! Indivisible Tucson’s UnSeat Ciscomani team joins us every week with an information table. RSVP optional – just show up any Saturday morning! We will also be collecting canned goods for local food banks. See you there!” URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/protest-at-juan-ciscomanis-office/ LOCATION:Congressman Juan Ciscomani’s office\, 1636 N. Swan Rd.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85712 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/StandStrongSpeakup.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260910T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260910T190000 DTSTAMP:20260907T122023Z CREATED:20260907T034906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T122023Z UID:203600-1789063200-1789066800@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:In Conversation with attorney Jared Keenan DESCRIPTION:Time\n\n\n\nThursday\, September 10 \n\n\n\n6 – 7pm MST \n\n\n\nby Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nVirtual event \n\n\n\nJoin from anywhere \n\n\n\nHosted in AZ 86301 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\n“Join us for a conversation with Jared Keenan of the Arizona Center for Law in the Public Interest about how to use law to protect marginalized communities and fight back against attacks on civil liberties. \n\n\n\nJared is the Executive Director and Chief Litigation Counsel of the Arizona Center for Law in the Public Interest\, where he engages in impact litigation focused on government accountability\, voting rights\, and protecting the civil and constitutional rights of Arizonans. He previously served as Legal Director of the American Civil Liberties Union of Arizona where he oversaw the ACLU of Arizona’s litigation docket focusing on criminal legal reform\, LGBTQ+ equality\, immigrants’ rights\, voting rights\, and protecting the rights enshrined in the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. \n\n\n\nYour link to join will be included in the confirmation email and reminder emails. Please check your spam/junk folder if you don’t see these emails.” \n\n\n\nrsvp:https://www.mobilize.us/cebv/event/1012029/?emci=fd850403-35a9-f111-9b33-0022482a933b&emdi=f3caa14d-53aa-f111-9b33-0022482a933b&ceid=11591071 URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/in-conversation-with-attorney-jared-keenan/ LOCATION:Arizona ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/75AA5015-F305-47EE-926B-0B55B839192A.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260910T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260910T190000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145442Z CREATED:20260807T010510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T145442Z UID:202318-1789063200-1789066800@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:CD 6 candidates Clean Elections debate DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nCongressional District 6 \n\n\n\nCandidates: \n\n\n\nJoAnna Mendoza (D) \n\n\n\nJuan Ciscomani (R)\, incumbent \n\n\n\nhttps://www.azcleanelections.gov/debate-information \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: Juan Ciscomani is the 2 term incumbent in CD 6. JoAnna Mendoza ran before for then-LD 11 Senate in Nov. 2020. CCEC website lists both candidates as participating. URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/cd-6-candidtes-clean-elections-debate/ LOCATION:Arizona ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/CleanElectionslogo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260910T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260910T183000 DTSTAMP:20260904T131041Z CREATED:20260904T131038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T131041Z UID:203427-1789061400-1789065000@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:Copper State Victory office opening in Mesa with John Giles DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime\n\n\n\nThursday\, September 10 \n\n\n\n5:30 – 6:30pm MST \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nThis event’s address is private.Sign up for more details. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\nJoin us as we celebrate the grand opening of our East Valley campaign office with former Mesa Mayor and candidate for Lieutenant Governor John Giles! This is a great opportunity to meet and connect with fellow supporters\, and learn how you can get involved in building momentum for the campaign. \n\n\n\nWe’ll share campaign updates\, discuss our goals for the community\, and kick off this exciting new chapter together. Whether you’re a longtime volunteer or attending your first campaign event\, we’d love to have you with us as we open our doors and organize for the work ahead.” \n\n\n\nRSVP: https://www.mobilize.us/azdems/event/1023113/ URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/copper-state-victory-office-opening-in-mesa-with-john-giles/ LOCATION:Arizona ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Mesaofficeopening.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260909T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260909T190000 DTSTAMP:20260818T101044Z CREATED:20260809T203012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T101044Z UID:202421-1788976800-1788980400@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:AZ Corporation Commission candidates Clean Elections debate DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nCorporation Commissioner \n\n\n\nCandidates: \n\n\n\nClara Pratte (D) \n\n\n\nJonathon Hill (D) \n\n\n\nKevin Thompson (R\, incumbent) \n\n\n\nRalph Heap (R) \n\n\n\nhttps://www.azcleanelections.gov/debate-information \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: Other Republican incumbent Chair Nick Myers was defeated in the July 21\, 2026 primary. The other 3 Commissioners are all Republicans on the Arizona Corporation Commission. Not debating is Green candidate Mike Cease\, who ran for this seat in Nov. 2024. Jonathon Hill did so as well\, came in 5th of 8 candidates. URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/az-corporation-commission-candidates-clean-elections-debate/ LOCATION:Arizona ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/CleanElectionslogo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260909T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260909T180000 DTSTAMP:20260830T151644Z CREATED:20260829T224629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T151644Z UID:203089-1788969600-1788976800@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:Mingling Liberally with DGT & LD 20 Dems DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“September 9th from 4 to 6 PM LD 20 is cohosting Mingling liberally with the Democrats of Greater Tucson.   Mingling Liberally combines a short speech by a candidate or noted politician with a chance to meet democrats from across Tucson.   The September event features Nick Mansour who is running for Arizona state Treasurer.   Elected officials from LD 20 have been invited also.   \n\n\n\nFeatured Speaker: \n\n\n\nNick Mansour\, AZ State Treasurer \n\n\n\nLD20 candidates: \n\n\n\nSally Ann Gonzales (House) \n\n\n\nBetty Villegas (House) \n\n\n\nPlus more candidates & public officials  The fun part of this event is that it will be in a speakeasy.    For those who remember the old Rincon Market 2515 E Sixth street\, this location has been divided into two restaurants; The Red Bird Scratch Kitchen and the Sonoran House coffee shop.   There is a hidden space that they have converted into a speak easy.    Volunteers are needed to be in the Sonoran House to guide people to the secret door\,  also someone to check people into the event and someone to be at a table with LD 20 information especially information about the LD 20 voter guides and to take donations for the voter guide project.” URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/__trashed-4/ LOCATION:Sonoran House Sam Hughes\, 2513 E. 6th St.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85716 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/8EE656B0-E849-4A87-BFD6-5B81348FFF32.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260908T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260908T193000 DTSTAMP:20260903T042750Z CREATED:20260903T042746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T042750Z UID:203367-1788890400-1788895800@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:Renewable Energy for Tucson’s Future DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nSUSTAINABILITY SPOTLIGHT  Renewable Energy for Tucson’s Future\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA panel discussionTuesday\, September 8\, 6:00-7:15 pm\n\n\n\n“Long-term drought\, rising temperatures\, air and water pollution\, and increasing electric bills. The need to decarbonize our energy system has never been more apparent than now\, but how do we get started? This panel discussion will bring together a variety of viewpoints about what we can start doing today in Tucson for a more sustainable energy future. Moderated by Dan Stormont\, Sustainable Tucson Water Committee member and Chair of the City of Tucson’s Commission on Climate\, Energy\, and Sustainability (CCES).” URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/renewable-energy-for-tucsons-future/ LOCATION:Arizona ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/B7F0AAC9-0909-495D-80B3-AF7ED65EEE2D.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260907T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260907T160000 DTSTAMP:20260831T213730Z CREATED:20260831T213725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T213730Z UID:203257-1788791400-1788796800@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:Labor Day Sing! DESCRIPTION: URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/labor-day-sing/ LOCATION:Pima Friends Meeting House\, 931 N. 5th Avenue\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85706 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/LadyDaysing.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260907T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260907T120000 DTSTAMP:20260813T191946Z CREATED:20260811T051354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T191946Z UID:202463-1788771600-1788782400@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:PALF Labor Day picnic DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMap of Joaquin Murrietta park: https://www.tucsonaz.gov/files/sharedassets/public/v/4/living-and-working/parks-and-recreation/documents/park-maps/joaquinmurrietaparkfg.pdf \n\n\n\nramada #9 is in the NW section of the park. See map below. URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/palf-labor-day-picnic/ LOCATION:Joaquin Murrieta Park\, 1400 N. Silverbell Rd.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85745 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/DB22EF8D-55E0-4A44-9259-6C5A7368A367.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260906T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260906T150000 DTSTAMP:20260904T172453Z CREATED:20260904T171751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T172453Z UID:203433-1788696000-1788706800@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:Skye Fernandez candidate campaign kickoff for TUSD governing Bd. DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nThis is a 5 way race for 2 seats on the non partisan TUSD Governing Board on the Nov. 3 General Election ballot: https://blogforarizona.net/whos-running-for-tusd-governing-board-in-2026/. Incumbents are Jennifer Eckstorm and Val Romero. \n\n\n\nSkye’s campaign website: https://skyefernandez.com/ URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/skye-fernandez-campaign-kickoff-for-tusd-governing-bd/ LOCATION:ATL Wings\, 5855 E. Broadway Blvd.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85711 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/42470BEA-E978-48CF-9062-6AB9D2D54E7A.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260905T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260905T100000 DTSTAMP:20260901T223636Z CREATED:20260901T223613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T223636Z UID:203311-1788595200-1788602400@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:Protest at Juan Ciscomani's office DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nTime\n\n\n\nSaturdays \n\n\n\n8 – 10am MST \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nIn front of Ciscomani’s office \n\n\n\n1636 N Swan Rd \n\n\n\nSE corner of Swan & PimaTucson\, AZ 85712Map \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\n“Join us every Saturday from 8AM – 10AM. We will protest peacefully outside Congressman Ciscomani’s office. Get a taste of these weekly protests here: https://youtube.com/shorts/NMwCDwp55aQ \n\n\n\nWith our presence and our signs\, we will tell Ciscomani he has failed to properly represent his constituents and uphold the constitution! We will proudly support JoAnna Mendoza to represent us going forward. \n\n\n\nWe will have extra signs\, chillin’ chairs\, educational materials\, and a letter-writing station for you to write a letter to Ciscomani and deliver it personally to his office! Indivisible Tucson’s UnSeat Ciscomani team joins us every week with an information table. RSVP optional – just show up any Saturday morning! We will also be collecting canned goods for local food banks. See you there!” URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/protest-at-juan-ciscomanis-office-6/ LOCATION:Congressman Juan Ciscomani’s office\, 1636 N. Swan Rd.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85712 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/StandStrongSpeakup.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260904T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260917T213000 DTSTAMP:20260908T191159Z CREATED:20260715T163300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T191159Z UID:201255-1788523200-1789680600@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:”American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez” film DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nAmerican Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nShowtimes Coming Soon \n\n\n\nSTARTS FRIDAY\, SEPTEMBER 4\n\n\n\nREGULAR ADMISSION PRICES\n\n\n\nPASSES NOT ACCEPTED 9/4 – 9/17\n\n\n\nFeaturing director David Alvadaro in person on opening weekend\, details TBA! \n\n\n\n“Against political resistance and industry skepticism\, Luis Valdez pushed Chicano storytelling from the fields to the film screen with Zoot Suit and La Bamba\, crafting iconic works that challenge\, celebrate\, and expand America’s story. From migrant farmworker to revolutionary artist\, Luis Valdez changed American culture. In the 1960s\, his El Teatro Campesino performed on flatbed trucks and helped mobilize workers to win the first farmworker union contract. His Zoot Suitwas the first Chicano play on Broadway. Despite critical rejection that killed the show\, he persevered\, creating La Bamba—a blockbuster breakout film that authentically depicted Mexican American life to the world. Now in its 60th year\, El Teatro continues to be a beacon for Latino/a creators. This is the story of an artist who gave voice to the overlooked and opened pathways for generations. Featuring Linda Ronstadt\, Lou Diamond Phillips\, Cheech Marin\, Delores Huerta\, and Edward James Olmos. (Dir. by David Alvadaro\, 2026\, USA\, 92 mins.\, Not Rated)” \n\n\n\n1 HR 32 MIN | NR\n\n\n\nReleased 2026\n\n\n\n\nAmerican Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/american-pacheco-the-legend-of-luis-valdez-film/ LOCATION:Loft Cinema\, 3233 E. Speedway Blvd.\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85716\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/6AF0653F-F378-4325-94AC-AA7062AD69C5.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260903T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260903T193000 DTSTAMP:20260827T204449Z CREATED:20260805T000309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T204449Z UID:202206-1788458400-1788463800@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:LD 18 Senate & House candidates Clean Elections debate DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nLD18 Debate \n\n\n\nCandidates: \n\n\n\nBob Dohse (House\, R) \n\n\n\nChristopher Mathis (House\, D)\, incumbent; \n\n\n\nDouglas Everett (Senate\, R) \n\n\n\nNancy Gutierrez (House\, D)\, incumbent; \n\n\n\nPriya Sundareshan (Senate\, D)\, incumbent \n\n\n\nhttps://www.azcleanelections.gov/debate-information \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: CCEC website indicates all 5 candidates will be participating. URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/ld-18-senate-house-candidates-clean-elections-debate/ LOCATION:Arizona ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/CleanElectionslogo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260903T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260903T190000 DTSTAMP:20260829T170547Z CREATED:20260829T165907Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T170547Z UID:203129-1788456600-1788462000@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:Az Dems and Labor happy hour DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime\n\n\n\nThursday\, September 3 \n\n\n\n5:30 – 7pm MST \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nArizonaPhoenix\, AZ 85007Map \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\n“Join the Arizona Democratic Party for our Pre-GOTV Labor Happy Hour. While we are focusing on providing space for our Labor partners\, ALL are welcome!  \n\n\n\nThe road to a unified Arizona is through the hard work of our Labor partners. Union members\, Union family members\, or supporters of our Union colleagues\, come by and let’s continue to build upon our Labor Movement here in Arizona. The road to a unified Arizona is through the hard work of our Labor partners. Union members\, Union family members\, or supporters of our Union colleagues\, come by and let’s continue to build upon our Labor Movement here in Arizona.  \n\n\n\nRSVP Upon Registration!” \n\n\n\nhttps://www.mobilize.us/azdems/event/1009205 URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/__trashed-3/ LOCATION:Arizona ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/A37D1B8F-E0A0-401B-BAC0-E6933D2D27C7.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260902T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260902T193000 DTSTAMP:20260901T144920Z CREATED:20260901T124732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T144920Z UID:203279-1788373800-1788377400@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:Candlelight Vigil for victims of shooting at Venture N bar DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nTragic shooting at Venture N bar\, 1239 N. 6th Ave. on August 31. The shooter also died at a hospital. TPD investigating as hate crime of LGBTQ+ community. Info here: https://www.tucsonsentinel.com/local/report/083126_venture-n_shooting/venture-n-murder-suicide-was-anti-gay-hate-crime-2-killed-before-gunman-shot-himself/ URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/candlelight-vigil-for-victims-of-shooting-at-venture-n/ LOCATION:Catalina Park\, 941 N. 4th Ave.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85705 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/7767617B-7FFB-4229-AA3D-D948E1FA5C18.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260902T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260902T193000 DTSTAMP:20260819T174658Z CREATED:20260819T174330Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T174658Z UID:202785-1788372000-1788377400@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:Fun Fundraiser for JoAnna Mendoza DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nFUN FUNDRAISER FOR MENDOZA!\n\n\n\nSeptember 2 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm \n\n\n\nPlease join us for an evening with JoAnna Mendoza to support her candidacy for CD-06! \n\n\n\nAddress provided 24 hours prior to event via email. See registration button below. \n\n\n\nhttps://secure.numero.ai/contribute/This-Ain-t-No-Ballroom-Fundraiser URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/fun-fundraiser-for-joanna-mendoza/ LOCATION:Arizona ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/B705F86D-EAA8-458A-978D-4043547C704B.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="LD18 Democrats":MAILTO:Chair@LD18Dems.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260901T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260901T183000 DTSTAMP:20260901T221642Z CREATED:20260804T235325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T221642Z UID:202203-1788285600-1788287400@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:LD 21 Senate & House candidates Clean Elections debate DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nLD21 Debate \n\n\n\nCandidates: \n\n\n\nChristopher Kibbey (House\, R) \n\n\n\nConsuelo Hernandez (House\, D)\, incumbent; \n\n\n\nEsteban Flores (Senate\, R) \n\n\n\nMiranda Lopez (House\, D) \n\n\n\nRosanna Gabaldon (Senate\, D)\, incumbent \n\n\n\nhttps://www.azcleanelections.gov/debate-information \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: Looks like only House candidate Miranda Lopez will participate today\, the others have all declined. URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/ld-21-senate-house-candidates-clean-elections-debate/ LOCATION:Arizona ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/CleanElectionslogo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260831T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260831T193000 DTSTAMP:20260829T140554Z CREATED:20260829T140152Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T140554Z UID:203116-1788199200-1788204600@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:Making Votes Count: Pima County Preparations for the 2026 Midterms DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nWhen\n\n\n\n6 – 7:30 p.m.\, Aug. 31\, 2026eventAdd to Calendar \n\n\n\nWhere\n\n\n\nENR2 Building\, Room S107 \n\n\n\nRegister For The In-Person Event      Register For The Webinar Event\n\n\n\nAudience: This event is free and open to all- including the public\, alumni\, students\, and employees.\n\n\n\n“Making Votes Count: Pima County Preparations for the 2026 Midterms \n\n\n\nDespite widespread expert consensus that fraud is rare in U.S. elections\, the 2026 midterms arrive amid unprecedented scrutiny of election procedures and ballot counting — particularly in competitive states like Arizona. The Department of Justice is currently locked in a court battle over access to Arizona’s voter registration records\, and the FBI has sought records related to Maricopa County’s 2020 election results. Meanwhile\, polls show that large numbers of Americans worry that noncitizens will participate in the upcoming election and that their votes will not be counted fairly. \n\n\n\nJoin us for a conversation with Pima County Recorder Gabriella Cazares-Kelly\, Pima County Supervisor Rex Scott and Pima County Elections Office Director Constance Hargrove as they discuss how their offices are preparing for November\, what safeguards are in place to ensure a fair and accurate count\, and how they are thinking about public trust in the electoral process. The event will be moderated by Paul Schuler\, Associate Professor at the University of Arizona. \n\n\n\nA question & answer session will follow the presentations. “ URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/making-votes-count/ LOCATION:UA ENR2 Building\, 1064 E. Lowell St.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85721 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/389F2687-4F0B-45BD-BAB1-48BE26A18DB4.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260831T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260831T170000 DTSTAMP:20260826T144046Z CREATED:20260823T130307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T144046Z UID:202966-1788192000-1788195600@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:Az State Mine Inspector Clean Elections debate DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nMine Inspector \n\n\n\nCandidates: \n\n\n\nBrian Matlock(D) \n\n\n\nWalter “Les” Presmyk(R\, incumbent) \n\n\n\nhttps://www.azcleanelections.gov/debate-information \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: Les was appointed to this seat in Sept. 2025 after resignation of elected Mine Inspector Paul Marsh (R) in August 2025. CCEC website both candidates will be participating. URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/az-state-mine-inspector-clean-elections-debate/ LOCATION:Arizona ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/CleanElectionslogo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260831T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260831T130000 DTSTAMP:20260827T123722Z CREATED:20260827T123415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T123722Z UID:203072-1788177600-1788181200@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:Pima County Supervisor Chair Jen Allen at DGT DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Please join us for a lively discussion and Q&A with Pima County Supervisor Jen Allen\, current Chair of the Board of Supervisors\, on Monday\, August 31\, at 12:00 p.m. Arizona time via Zoom. We’ll discuss campaign news from around the state\, policy issues in southern Arizona\, and your questions. Join us for a timely conversation with one of Southern Arizona’s top elected Democrats. \n\n\n\nYou Must Register in Advance for This Event:\n\n\n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/BuvRMQm0RHqXGh47LI7hdQ\n\n\n\nJennifer Allen served as Executive Director of ACLU of Arizona\, Senior Vice President at League of Conservation Voters\, the Founding National Director of Chispa\, the Founding Executive Director of Border Action Network\, a staff member at Western Shoshone Defense Project\, and on the boards of Las Adelitas Arizona and GreenLatinos. Combining years of community organizing and policy advocacy\, Jen is a champion for human dignity and protecting our lands\, air\, and water for generations to come. She has called Pima County home since 1993. From immigration to protecting our democracy to climate change and more\, Jen brings to the role of County Supervisor a commitment to serving all the constituents of Pima County’s largest and most rural district.” \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: Jen is the only woman serving on Pima County Board of Supervisors\, one of two Hispanic Americans. URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/pima-county-supervisor-chairjen-allen-at-dgt/ LOCATION:Arizona ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/F92EFBD8-E2D3-4321-8372-335464755026.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260830T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260830T140000 DTSTAMP:20260830T194613Z CREATED:20260823T202512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T194613Z UID:202976-1788094800-1788098400@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:Copper State Victory office opening in Maryvale with Gov. Katie Hobbs and John Giles DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTime\n\n\n\nSunday\, August 30 \n\n\n\n1 – 2pm MST \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nThis event’s address is private.Sign up for more details. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\n“Join us as we celebrate the grand opening of our Maryvale campaign office with Governor Katie Hobbs! This is a great opportunity to meet and connect with fellow supporters\, and learn how you can get involved in building momentum for the campaign. \n\n\n\nWe’ll share campaign updates\, discuss our goals for the community\, and kick off this exciting new chapter together. Whether you’re a longtime volunteer or attending your first campaign event\, we’d love to have you with us as we open our doors and organize for the work ahead.” \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: Gov. Hobbs was Az Sec. of State before being elected to Governor in Nov. 2022. Her new Lt. Gov. running mate is Independent Former Mesa Mayor John Giles. \n\n\n\nhttps://www.mobilize.us/azdems/event/1012813 URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/copper-state-victory-office-opening-in-maryvale/ LOCATION:Arizona ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/5B3D703A-5608-4C18-9FE5-5127596B300C.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260829T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260829T160000 DTSTAMP:20260826T184320Z CREATED:20260826T184318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T184320Z UID:203058-1788012000-1788019200@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:"Belen" film about reproductive freedom DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSAVE THE DATE: AUGUST 29 \n\n\n\n“Join Arizona List for a statewide screening of Belén\, a powerful film about criminalization\, reproductive freedom\, and the fight for justice.Arizona List’s monthly Green Wave Gatherings are inspired by the global movement for reproductive freedom led by organizers across Latin America.” \n\n\n\nScreenings will take place in:Phoenix • Tucson • Flagstaff • Yuma \n\n\n\nSaturday\, August 29th 2026 | 2 PM \n\n\n\nRSVP: https://www.arizonalist.org/belen/ URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/belen-film-about-reproductive-freedom/ LOCATION:Arizona ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/bELEN.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR