BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Blog for Arizona - ECPv6.17.3.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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:20260822T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260822T110000 DTSTAMP:20260821T234046Z CREATED:20260812T133538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T234046Z UID:202545-1787391000-1787396400@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:Let’s Talk About Veterans Town hall DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTime\n\n\n\nSaturday\, August 22 \n\n\n\n9:30 – 11am MST \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nTucson\, AZ 85716Map \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\n“Join VetsForward\, Worker Power\, UNITE HERE Local 11\, and Pima Area Labor Federation for a Veterans Town Hall featuring special guests U.S. Senator Mark Kelly(Navy)\, Secretary of State Adrian Fontes(Marine)\, and JoAnna Mendoza (Marine)\, moderated by Mayor Regina Romero. \n\n\n\nThis town hall will bring together veterans\, elected officials\, and community members for an important conversation about the issues impacting those who have served our country. \n\n\n\nThis event is for veterans and everyone who cares about them. \n\n\n\nHow can we fight back and demand care for those who were willing to sacrifice everything?” \n\n\n\nDoors open at 9:00 AM \n\n\n\nProgram starts at 9:30 AM \n\n\n\nLOCATION WILL BE SENT CLOSER TO THE EVENT DATE \n\n\n\nhttps://www.mobilize.us/workerpower/event/998726 URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/lets-talk-about-veterans-town-hall/ LOCATION:Arizona ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/1F46D593-CA48-4887-80C4-AA2A41871E35.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260822T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260822T160000 DTSTAMP:20260815T154157Z CREATED:20260815T153127Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T154157Z UID:202640-1787410800-1787414400@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:Dr. Teresa Ruiz\, Superintendent of Public Instruction candidate at GV Dems DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: Dr. Ruiz is up against 2 term Az State Treasurer Kimberly Yee for Superintendent of Public Instruction in the General election on Nov. 3\, 2026. Yee defeated the incumbent Supe Tom Horne in the Republican primary in July\, 53% to 47%. URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/dr-teresa-ruiz-superintendent-of-public-instruction-candidate-at-gv-dems/ LOCATION:Continental Shopping Plaza\, 210 W. Continental Road\, Green Valley\, Arizona\, 85614 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/693B28CB-B9DC-4CF0-B47E-0A3A1C455CA2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260822T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260822T200000 DTSTAMP:20260819T224706Z CREATED:20260819T223611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T224706Z UID:202806-1787423400-1787428800@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:Launch to November with Az Dems in Tucson DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTime\n\n\n\nSaturday\, August 22 \n\n\n\n6:30 – 8pm 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 Senator Mark Kelly and Congresswoman Gabby Giffords for their Launch to November event on Saturday\, August 22nd\, from 6:30 – 8:00 PM in Tucson\, AZ. \n\n\n\nCome ready to grab a drink\, jam out\, and hear from Mark\, Gabby\, Attorney General Kris Mayes\, and special guests on how Arizona will elect Democrats up and down the ballot this November.” \n\n\n\nhttps://www.mobilize.us/azdems/event/1012076 URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/launch-to-november-with-az-dems-in-tucson/ LOCATION:Arizona ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/A9A07AC0-CBC6-4A06-930A-590F3DBFD645.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260824T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260824T130000 DTSTAMP:20260823T200324Z CREATED:20260821T181622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260823T200324Z UID:202876-1787572800-1787576400@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:NAACP Tucson President Dr. Cheree Meeks at DGT DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n“Please join us for a lively discussion and Q&A with Dr. Cheree Meeks\, President of the NAACP Tucson Branch\, on Monday\, August 24 at 12:00 p.m. Arizona time via Zoom. We’ll discuss electoral and policy issues in Southern Arizona\, including how to build more effective networks in your community\, and answer your questions. Join us for a timely conversation with a long-serving Tucson activist\, educator and community advocate. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou Must Register in Advance for This Event:\n\n\n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/6O2ulAM9Symt4zvfXuwb_Q \n\n\n\nDr. Meeks is a courageous educator and community leader whose knowledge\, passion\, and strength help shape a more just and empowered community. Professionally\, Dr. Meeks is the Assistant Dean for Leadership and Student Development in the W.A. Franke Honors College at the University of Arizona\, where she champions inclusive learning and cultural awareness. As President of the NAACP Tucson Branch\, she is deeply committed to eliminating race-based discrimination and advancing equity\, political rights\, and social inclusion for Black communities. She will talk about how she uses these spaces to educate\, empower\, and move individuals to action.” URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/naacp-tucson-president-dr-cheree-meeks-at-dgt/ LOCATION:Arizona ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/3E78329E-3B23-4234-9556-82086B847DA2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260826T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260826T110000 DTSTAMP:20260719T165921Z CREATED:20260719T153356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260719T165921Z UID:201442-1787734800-1787742000@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:Reducing Gun Violence Together DESCRIPTION:Register at: https://www.aztownhall.org/event-6757510 \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: Timely session due to recent shooting in downtown Tucson on July 19\, with ten injured\, including the shooter: https://tucson.com/news/local/crime-courts/article_995b8a8b-48b3-4b99-928c-0fbaae4be7f1.html URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/reducting-gun-violence-together/ LOCATION:YWCA of Southern Arizona\, 525 N. Bonita Ave.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85745 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/ReducingGunViolence.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260826T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260826T180000 DTSTAMP:20260817T151321Z CREATED:20260809T164340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T151321Z UID:202411-1787760000-1787767200@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:Mingling Liberally with DGT DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n“Ready to Mingle? Join us for an evening of good people and conversations inside Barrio Brewing 800 E 16th St 8/26 4-6pm. Featured Speaker is Brian Matlock\, candidate for Mine Inspector\, other invited candidates and public officials will be on hand for your questions and comments. Registration link:https://secure.actblue.com/donate/mingling2” \n\n\n\n\nLD18 candidates Sen. Priya Sundareshan\, Rep. Nancy Gutierrez and Rep. Chris Mathis\n\n\n\nTUSD Board candidates Tre Rhodes and (former) President Jennifer Eckstrom\n\n\n\nJustice of the Peace Victoria Steele and other JP candidates\n\n\n\nPima Supervisor Rex Scott (District 1)\n\n\n\nBrian Matlock\, candidate for Arizona Mine Inspector URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/mingling-liberally-with-dgt/ LOCATION:Barrio Brewing\, 800 E. 16th St.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85719 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/D15F0F14-1840-4BE8-860D-8C7F0CBEC055.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260826T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260826T200000 DTSTAMP:20260810T202336Z CREATED:20260810T073428Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T202336Z UID:202451-1787765400-1787774400@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:Women’s Equality Day with PCTWC DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nRSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pima-countytucson-womens-commission-50th-anniversary-celebration-tickets-1990829764417 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPima County/Tucson Women’s Commission 50th Anniversary Celebration\n\n\n\nByPima County/Tucson Women’s Commission \n\n\n\nYWCA Southern ArizonaTucson\, AZ \n\n\n\nWednesday\, August 26  •  5:30 PM – 8 PM \n\n\n\nOverview \n\n\n\n“Celebrate 50 years of empowering women with Pima County/Tucson Women’s Commission—join us on Women’s Equality Day at the YWCA! \n\n\n\nCelebrate with Us!\n\n\n\nJoin the Pima County/Tucson Women’s Commission as we mark an amazing milestone—the 50th Anniversary Celebration! Don’t miss out on an inspiring evening filled with stories\, achievements\, and a look back at five decades of empowering women in our community. Let’s celebrate together and honor the incredible journey on Women’s Equality Day! This event is free to attend with RSVP\, so be sure to grab your ticket and share this with a friend. Light appetizers and a cash bar will be available. Can’t make it? Make a contribution to support our mission at: https://bit.ly/PCTWCAB.” URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/womens-equality-day/ LOCATION:YWCA of Southern Arizona\, 525 N. Bonita Ave.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85745 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/5C54FA5A-4DE4-4793-B71C-A8DEF47D8E8F.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260826T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260826T190000 DTSTAMP:20260826T143924Z CREATED:20260804T234405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T143924Z UID:202199-1787767200-1787770800@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:CD 7 candidates Clean Elections debate DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nCongressional District 7 \n\n\n\nCandidates: \n\n\n\nAdelita Grijalva (D)\, incumbent; \n\n\n\nDaniel Francis Butierez\, Sr.(R) \n\n\n\nhttps://www.azcleanelections.gov/debate-information \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: Adelita was elected to this seat in Sept. 2025 and is running for re-election. This is a rematch between the two candidates. Adelita won in 2025\, 69% to 29%. Francis Butierrez Sr. also ran for this seat against Adelita’s father Congressman Raul Grijalva in Nov. 2024. CCEC website indicates both candidates will be participating. URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/cd-7-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:20260827T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260827T193000 DTSTAMP:20260813T155640Z CREATED:20260813T155105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T155640Z UID:202568-1787853600-1787859000@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:No Denying Climate Change Town hall with Congresswoman Yassamin Ansari DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime\n\n\n\nThursday\, August 27 \n\n\n\n6 – 7:30pm 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\n“Join us for this No Denying Climate Change town hall with (CD3) Rep. Yassamin Ansari. The town hall will focus on local impacts of climate change in Rep. Ansaris district\, including extreme heat\, poor air quality\, and energy affordability\, sounding the alarm about the Trump administrations attacks on clean energy projects and climate science. Come prepared with questions and ready to learn! \n\n\n\nThe event will be held in Phoenix\, but we will confirm the location five days out. So be sure to register so we can send you the location a few days before. \n\n\n\nThis event is sponsored by: Sierra Club Grand Canyon Chapter\, Climate Action Campaign\, Activate48\, Agave Community Threads\, Arizona Alliance for Retired Americans\, CHISPA Arizona\, Climate Power\, EDF Action\, Elders Climate Action\, Mi Familia en Acción\, Moms Clean Air Force\, Opportunity Arizona\, PoderLatinx\, Vets Forward\, and Youth Climate Coalition.” \n\n\n\nhttps://www.mobilize.us/climateactioncampaign/event/1001398/?emci=3904afda-0e94-f111-9b33-000d3a11fa30&emdi=31660279-2397-f111-9b33-000d3a11fa30&ceid=11591071 URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/no-denying-climate-change-town-hall-with-congresswoman-yassamin-ansari/ LOCATION:Arizona ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/E489F9F5-094C-4045-BF73-A3D825445821.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260828T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260828T153000 DTSTAMP:20260825T032611Z CREATED:20260822T175147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T032611Z UID:202898-1787923800-1787931000@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:Nogales Town Hall with U.S. Senator Ruben Gallego DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nTown Hall with Senator Ruben GallegoEVENT DETAILS: August 28th\, 2026. Doors open at 1:45 PM. Event ends at 3:15 PM. “Join Senator Ruben Gallego for a community town hall in Nogales\, AZ to hear directly from constituents about the real-world impacts of current federal policies\, including affordability\, border issues\, and rising health care costs under the Trump Administration. CLICK HERE to RSVP – location details will be forthcoming from Senator Gallego’s team.”https://greenvalleydemocrats.org/ URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/nogales-town-hall-with-senator-ruben-gallego/ LOCATION:Arizona ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/RubenGallego.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260829T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260829T100000 DTSTAMP:20260822T220858Z CREATED:20260612T141717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260822T220858Z UID:199705-1787990400-1787997600@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:Protest at Juan Ciscomani’s office DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSATURDAY PROTEST OUTSIDE CISCOMANI’S OFFICE\n\n\n\nAugust 29 @ 8:00 am – October 31 @ 10:00 am \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWE’RE BACK!! Staring again on August 29th\, 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!” \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: this LD18 protest has been on summer hiatus for 3 months. Juan is up for re-election after serving 2 terms in Nov. 2026. URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/protest-at-juan-ciscomanis-office-5/ 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:20260829T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260829T120000 DTSTAMP:20260828T143453Z CREATED:20260828T143424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T143453Z UID:203101-1788001200-1788004800@blogforarizona.net SUMMARY:Copper State Victory office opening in Peoria DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime\n\n\n\nSaturday\, August 29 \n\n\n\n11am – 12pm 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 Peoria campaign office with (U.S.) Senator Ruben Gallego\, Attorney General Kris Mayes\, (Sec. of State Adrian Fontes)\, and AZ Dems! 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\nhttps://www.mobilize.us/azdems/event/1017614 URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/copper-state-victory-office-opening-in-peoria/ LOCATION:Arizona ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://blogforarizona.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Mobilize-Graphics-6_20260825213435358771.avif 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 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: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: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: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: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: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: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: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: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:20260904T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260910T220000 DTSTAMP:20260904T231540Z CREATED:20260715T163300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T231540Z UID:201255-1788523200-1789077600@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: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: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: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: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: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: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: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 END:VCALENDAR