Blog for Arizona

Tucson Town Hall with Az Congressmembers Greg Stanton and Adelita Grijalva, Mayor Regina Romero
2025-12-07 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Phoenix)
By Carolyn Classen, blogger

“We are excited to host an in-person town hall with Rep. Grijalva and Rep. Stanton on Sunday, December 7th in South Tucson. We hope to see you there – sign up below! Please note: no admittance without RSVP, and the address will be sent closer to the event date.

RSVP: https://www.mobilize.us/pimadems/event/871440/“

Carolyn’s note: Congressman Greg Stanton (CD 4) has been in office since Jan. 2019 (4 terms) and is up for re-election in 2026. Prior to that he was Mayor of Phoenix from 2012 to 2018. Adelita was just elected to Congress for CD 7 in Sept. 2025, and served for 4 years on Pima County Bd. of Supervisors for District 5.

Also, South Tucson venue is in SW Tucson, not SE as stated on flyer below.

The People's Swearing In of CD 7 Congresswoman Adelita Grijalva
2025-12-06 16:00 - 17:30 | Pueblo High School, 3500 S. 12th Avenue, Tucson, Arizona, 85713
by Carolyn Classen, blogger

“Hello friends,We’re excited to invite you to join the community in welcoming Representative Adelita S. Grijalva to Congress at a People’s Swearing-In Ceremony. This event is a chance to celebrate, learn more about her vision for Arizona’s Seventh Congressional District, and share what you hope to see from your elected Representative.”Event Details:Saturday, December 6 at 4:00 PMPueblo High School Auditorium, 3500 S 12th Ave, Tucson, AZ 85713RSVP at the link below!Carolyn’s note: Adeltia, eldest daughter of the late Congressman Raul Grijalva was elected to his seat in CD 7 on Sept. 23, 2025. She was not sworn in to Congress till November 12, 2025, due to a federal government shut down.

Click Here to RSVP

Arizona List holiday party in Flagsaff
2025-12-06 15:00 - 17:00
by Carolyn Classen, blogger

“Flagstaff Holiday Party

Saturday, December 6, 2025

4:00 PM to 6:00 PMAddress provided 48 hours before event to RSVPs, (sic: flyer says 3 to 5 p.m. but text is different)

COME FOR FOOD, FUN AND STRATEGY!

Begin the holiday season with the best party of the year. United with friends to celebrate our collective strength. Get ready to win back the House and Senate, re-elect Governor Katie Hobbs and Attorney General Kris Mayes, and win up and down the ballot in 2026.

Join us for food, drinks, raffle prizes and the company of friends!”

RSVP: https://secure.ngpvan.com/-l6YZEBQ20eaRndafiNDsA2

37th Annual Tucson Aidswalk 2025
2025-12-06 11:30 - 15:30 | Reid Park, 900 S. Randolph Way, Tucson, AZ, 85716, United States
by Carolyn Classen, blogger

SAVE THE DATE: AIDSWALK TUCSON 2025 IS HAPPENING!

“We’re thrilled to announce that AIDSWALK Tucson 2025 will take place on Saturday, December 6th at Gene C. Reid Park!

Held during the same week as World AIDS Day, this year’s walk carries a powerful sense of urgency and purpose. With increasing government defunding putting our community at risk, your support means more now than ever before.

Join us to walk in solidarity, honor those we’ve lost, and raise critical funds for the Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation (SAAF).It’s more than a walk; it’s a movement of love, hope, and action.

WHEN: Saturday, December 6th WHERE: Gene C. Reid Park REGISTRATION OPENS SOON! begins at 11:30 a.m.

Start rallying your friends, coworkers, and loved ones. Get your teams ready, plan your outfits, and prepare to walk with purpose… AIDSWALK 2025 is going to be unforgettable.

✨ Stay tuned! Registration details are coming soon!”https://secure.qgiv.com/event/aidswalktucson2025/register/form/registration

Trauma & Healing in the Black and Brown community
2025-12-06 11:00 - 14:30 | Fred Archer Center, 1665 S. La Cholla Blvd., Tucson, Arizona, 85713
by Carolyn Classen, blogger

2nd Annual Women for the Future luncheon
2025-12-06 11:00 - 14:00 | Cambria Hotel, 222 E. Portland St, Phoenix, Arizona, 85004
by Carolyn Classen, blogger

“We are returning to the rooftop of the Cambria Hotel in beautiful downtown Phoenix to celebrate women’s progress across Arizona and raise money to support Democrats up and down the ballot in 2026!

We will be joined by some of our most stalwart Democratic leaders including:

Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes

Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego

NFDW 1st Vice President Christine Pelosi

AZDW has a mission to empower women across the state to be leaders in their communities and in our elected offices. When women make policy, everyone benefits. Join us in building a winning coalition for Democratic women across Arizona in 2026.”

Tickets to attend are $65

Saturday, December 6th

11AM-2PM

Cambria Hotel Rooftop

222 E Portland St, Phoenix, AZ 85004

All additional donations will go towards organizing Democratic women across Arizona.

Tickets: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/women4future25

17th Annual Bike in A Box giveaway 2025
2025-12-06 09:30 - 11:00 | Tucson Elks Lodge 385, 1800 N. Oracle Rd., Tucson, Arizona, 85705
by Carolyn Classen, blogger

“The Benevolent and Protective Order of the Tucson Elks Lodge 385 is pleased to announce that it will be hosting the 17th Annual “Bike In A Box” Christmas bicycle give away event this Saturday, December 6th, from 9:30 am to 11:00 am at the Lodge located at 1800 North Oracle Road (Oracle Road & Lester Street).

A special invitation to 500 under-privileged children that are selected from youth organizations, schools, churches, and children-support agencies in the Tucson area will be attending this special day of giving as Santa, Mrs. Claus, and the Superheros will welcome the children.

The bicycles are given in the box so that the parents or guardians can, together with the child, assemble the bicycle in promoting the true Christmas spirit and teaching the children the basic assembly and adjustments to their new bike

Join us, to witness the joy in children’s eyes as they receive their Christmas bicycle and a safety helmet that are custom fitted by the Tucson Medical Center volunteers.

Santa, Mrs. Claus, and Superheros will leave at 11:00 am as they have many other stops so don’t be late to cover this event. “

Merry Christmas,

Jesse Lugo

Tucson Elks Lodge 385

Call: 520-440-3305

Carolyn’s note: This is a terrific program which I’ve been publicizing for years. I attended once to see these kids receive their new bikes. It was a very heartwarming experience thanks to organizer Jesse Lugo, who just ran for Ward 5 Councilman in the Dem primary in August 2025. He had also run before for this same seat over twenty years ago, as well as AZ House.

Health Care town hall with U.S. Senator Mark Kelly
2025-12-05 16:00 - 17:00
by Carolyn Classen, blogger

“On Friday, December 5th at 4 PM, Senator Mark Kelly will hold a town hall in Tucson to hear directly from Arizonans as well as hold the Trump Administration and Republicans in Congress accountable ahead of a potential health care affordability vote in DC.This will be Senator Kelly’s first town hall since Donald Trump called for his prosecution and hanging, and Pete Hegseth threatened him with a potential court-martial so let make sure we pack the room and let him know Pima County still has his back!The town hall will feature Marine Corps Veteran and AZ-06 Candidate JoAnna Mendoza and other speakers. RSVP at the link below. The address details will be sent out one day prior to the event.Thank you! “

Click Here to RSVP

The Future of Public Broadcasting by AZPM
2025-12-05 15:00 - 17:00 | DesertView Performing Arts Center, 39900 S. Clubhouse Drive, Tucson, Arizona, 85739
by Carolyn Classen, blogger

The Future of Public Media presented by AZPM

By AZPM

39900 South Clubhouse Drive

Dec 5 from 3pm to 5pm MST

Overview

The future of public media

The Future of Public Media presented by AZPM

“Join us for an enlightening discussion about public media as stations like AZPM adapt to a future without federal funding.

Hear from AZPM CEO Jack Gibson; AZPM Radio Program Director Nicole Cox; Arizona Illustrated host Tom McNamara; AZPM classical music director and weekday morning announcer James Reel; and AZPM Chief Original Content Officer Bohdan Zachary.

Together, they will discuss how AZPM — along with public media organizations nationwide — is adapting to a broadcasting landscape without federal funding. Even amid these challenges, AZPM continues to strengthen its commitment to local journalism and community service by:

Expanding its award-winning news team as other media outlets face downsizing

Broadcasting trusted programming on NPR 89.1 along with expertly curated playlists on Classical 90.5 and 24/7 streaming on Jazz 89.1 HD2

Featuring content from partners including PBS, BBC, American Public Television and others.

Continuing to produce local originals such as Arizona Illustrated, Arizona Spotlight, Arizona Science, and Navigating Our Financial Times, plus a new series that celebrates creativity across public media, State of the Arts.

We hope you’ll join us for this important and engaging discussion!”

RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-future-of-public-media-presented-by-azpm-tickets-1964383543057?aff=ebemnsebconsumeremail&lid=mprwike3mmyh&utm_campaign=clab_coex_lcm_mpg_mec_me_mum_0_0_previousorganizer&utm_term=US-Tucson-1.AdditionalListings-followsanorganizer.twotowers-previousorganizer.listing&utm_content=380bdafc-19a3-495e-bea3-c2f8b48fbcfb__691b972f8d310ba5e850daaf474be4ce__cb914ef9-bf67-4236-9e54-d526e03563f8__5e4c4737-0dc3-46e9-898b-e8a53b1bace3&utm_source=braze&utm_medium=ebml

Arizona List Holiday Party in Tucson
2025-12-04 18:00 - 20:00 | 721 N. 2nd Avenue, 721 N. 2nd Avenue, Tucson, Arizona, 85705
by Carolyn Classen, blogger

“Tis the season to celebrate women leading Arizona! 🎄🥂 Join us for the Arizona List Holiday Party as we celebrate our collective strength and look ahead to 2026 when we’ll re-elect Governor Katie Hobbs and Attorney General Kris Mayes and win up and down the ballot together.Enjoy food, drinks, and an exciting raffle! 🎁Guest speakers to be announced soon.

Phoenix: Wednesday, December 3rd | 6:00-8:00 PMTucson: Thursday, December 4th | 6:00-8:00 PMRSVP: arizonalist.org/holiday25

🎄Tis the season to celebrate women leading Arizona! 💜🥂 Join us for the Arizona List Holiday Party as we celebrate our collective strength and look ahead to 2026 when we’ll re-elect Governor Katie Hobbs and Attorney General Kris Mayes and win up and down the ballot together.”

ACEL Tucson holiday buffet
2025-12-04 17:30 - 20:30 | Asia 1 Buffet, 75 W. River Rd., Tucson, Arizona, 85704
by Carolyn Classen, blogger

Celebrate the holiday season with ACEL-Tucson at Asia 1 Buffet! Join us for a joyful evening of community connection, festive cheer, and delicious food as we wrap up an impactful 2025 together.Enjoy an all-you-can-eat buffet with water, soda, and tea included, plus fun raffle prizes and silent auction throughout the night.Don’t forget to wear something festive! Location: Asia 1 Buffet, 75 W. River Road, Unit 181, Tucson, AZ Date: Thursday, December 4, 2025 Time: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM MST Limited Seats: Register early to secure your spot! Early Bird Pricing (through Dec. 2): $30 for members / $35 for non-members General Admission (after Dec. 2): $45 for all attendees All purchases are non-refundable.📩 Have questions? Contact us at Tucson@ACELeaders.org.Spread the holiday joy and celebrate the season with ACEL-Tucson!

Register

Virtual town hall with No Desert Data Center Coalition
2025-12-04 17:30 - 18:30
by Carolyn Classen, blogger

“Please join Russ Smith and Lee Ziesche from Tucson DSA and the No Desert Data Center Coalition to talk about Project Blue and Public Power on Thursday, December 4th at 5:30 PM. Zoom link sent after RSVP, and there will be a Q&A. Please don’t miss this important, robust conversation!”

RSVP: https://www.mobilize.us/pimadems/event/873144/

“What the Constitution Means to Me" play
2025-12-03 19:30 - 2025-12-07 16:00 | Invisible Theater, 1400 N. 1st. Ave., Tucson, Arizona, 85719
by Carolyn Classen, blogger

“This award-winning, boundary-breaking play breathes new life into our Constitution and imagines how it will shape the next generation of Americans. Fifteen-year-old Heidi earned her college tuition by winning Constitutional debate competitions across the United States. In this hilarious, hopeful and achingly human new play, she resurrects her teenage self in order to trace the profound relationship between four generations of women and the founding document that shaped their lives.

Betsy Kruse Craig, Invisible Theatre’s Managing Artistic Director, is featured as Heidi. The cast also includes David Alexander Johnston and Ash Martin.”

DECEMBER 3RD: WEDNESDAY AT 7:30PM

DECEMBER 4TH: THURSDAY AT 7:30PM

DECEMBER 5TH; FRIDAY AT 7: 30PM

DECEMBER 6TH: SATURDAY AT 2:00PM

DECEMBER 7TH: SUNDAY AT 2:00PM

WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME by Heidi Schrek

Arizona List holiday party in Phoenix
2025-12-03 18:00 - 20:00
by Carolyn Classen, blogger

“Tis the season to celebrate women leading Arizona! Join us for the Arizona List Holiday Party as we celebrate our collective strength and look ahead to 2026 when we’ll re-elect Governor Katie Hobbs and Attorney General Kris Mayes and win up and down the ballot together.

Enjoy food, drinks, and an exciting raffle!

Guest speakers to be announced soon

Phoenix: Wednesday, December 3rd | 6:00-8:00 PM

Tucson: Thursday, December 4th | 6:00-8:00 PM

RSVP: arizonalist.org/holiday25

Tis the season to celebrate women leading Arizona! Join us for the Arizona List Holiday Party as we celebrate our collective strength and look ahead to 2026 when we’ll re-elect Governor Katie Hobbs and Attorney General Kris Mayes and win up and down the ballot together.”

No ICE detention center in Marana
2025-12-02 17:30 - 19:00 | Marana Town Council chambers, 11555 W. Civic Center Drive, Tucson, Arizona, 85653
by Carolyn Classen, blogger

December 2, 2025, 5:30 pm

11555 W. Civic Center Dr., Marana, AZ 85653

“MTC wants to turn the shuttered Marana prison into an ICE detention facility. Residents oppose the project. Wear orange and join folks to tell the town council to stop this project. Signs will be available.

Need more information on what’s happening? Here are two helpful articles:

An Arizona town is dreading plans to turn its prison into an ICE facility

Few hurdles for ICE facility at former prison in Marana, emails show“

Marana Town Council bios: https://www.maranaaz.gov/Council/Council-Bios

Tucson City Council Inauguration luncheon
2025-12-02 13:30 - 15:30 | Carriage House, 125 S. Arizona Avenue, Tucson, Arizona, 85701
by Carolyn Classen, blogger

With the election of Miranda Schubert and Selina Barajas – joining our amazing sitting Council members including the recently re-elected Kevin Dahl – we are proud of one of the most progressive and diverse City Councils in the Southwest.

To celebrate this historic milestone, we invite our allies and supporters to join us for an Inaugural Lunch immediately following the inauguration of the Mayor and Council.

The event will be held at

The Carriage House, at

1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, December 2,

and will feature a delicious lunch and dessert in good company.

Individual tickets are $75, and table rates are available for groups. Your support will go to help PCDP elect MORE DEMOCRATS! 🙂

Please reserve your spot today, seating is limited and these will go quickly! To get your ticket or table click this link:

https://secure.actblue.com/donate/2025cclunch

We look forward to celebrating this new chapter with you — your presence will help energize our shared commitment to a bold and inclusive community. Let’s help Tucson leadership start strong in leading the way for Pima, for Arizona, and to show the whole country how good life can be under Blue skies!”

Warm regards,Eric Robbins – ChairPima County Democratic Party

—

In Solidarity,

Alex KackExecutive Director –

Pima County Democratic Party

Donate to Pima Dems: https://pimadems.click/donate

Tucson City Council inauguration for Councilmembers in Ward 3, 5, 6
2025-12-02 09:30 - 11:00 | Tucson Convention Center, 260 S. Church Avenue, Tucson, Arizona, 85701, United States
Tucson Mayor & City Council Meeting (Inauguration)

Organizer: City of Tucson

Date: Tuesday, December 2Time: 9:30 a.m. (doors open), ceremony at 10 a.m.Location: Tucson Convention Center, 260 S. Church Ave. 85701, ballroom

Click here for agenda and schedule

Click here for livestream

Tucson City Councilmembers in Ward 3 (Kevin Dahl, incumbent), Ward 5 (Selina Barajas), Ward 6 (Miranda Schubert) will be sworn in today. They are all Democrats and were elected in the General Election in November, 2025.

Ward 5 Community Mixer
2025-12-01 18:00 - 20:00 | Moto Sonora Brewing, 1015 S. Park Ave., Tucson, Arizona, 85719
by Carolyn Classen, blogger

Urban planner Selina Barajas was just elected to Ward 5 on the Tucson City Council in Nov. 2025. She ran in the General election unopposed, and is the first Latina to serve as Ward 5 Councilmember. She defeated Jesse Lugo and Chris Elsner in the August Dem primary. She will be sworn in on Dec. 2nd.

Southern AZ Senior Pride holiday potluck
2025-11-29 12:00 - 14:00 | Unity of Tucson church, 3617 N. Camino Blanco, Tucson, Arizona, 85718
by Carolyn Classen, blogger

Holiday PotluckNovember 29th, 12:00 – 2:00 PMUnity of Tucson3617 N Camino Blanco“Join us for a special holiday edition of our monthly potluck! We’ll provide main dishes, while you bring your best side dishes and desserts! Musical entertainment will be provided by Senior Pride Volunteer Curt Beall! Come celebrate the holiday season with friends, old and new!”Register for Potluck

Protest at Juan Ciscomani’s office
2025-11-29 09:00 - 11:00 | Congressman Juan Ciscomani’s office, 1636 N. Swan Rd., Tucson, Arizona, 85712
by Carolyn Classen, blogger

SATURDAY PROTEST OUTSIDE CISCOMANI’S OFFICE

November 29 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Join us on Saturdays at 9AM where we be protesting peacefully outside Rep. Ciscomani’s office. With our presence and our signs, we will tell him to properly represent his constituency, and uphold the constitution! We will have extra signs; chillin’ chairs; and a letter-writing station for you to write a letter to Ciscomani and deliver it personally to his office! Indivisible Tucson’s Pressure Ciscomani Team and others will have information tables at these events. Please join us to protest Rep. Ciscomani’s voting record and hypocritical messaging. RSVP if you like, but no need to – just show up any Saturday morning! See you there!

Carolyn’s note: CD 6 Congressman Juan Ciscomani was an aide to Republican Governor Doug Ducey before running for Congress. He is in his 2nd term and defeated former LD 10 State Senator Democrat Kirsten Engel twice. He is up for re-election in 2026.

Eric Chalmers of Resilient Strategies at DGT
2025-11-24 12:00 - 13:00
by Carolyn Classen, blogger

Please join us for a conversation with Eric Chalmers, a pre-eminent political strategist and consultant in Arizona’s Democratic politics and founder of Resilient Strategies, about the coming midterm elections which will see all Arizona state and federal officials – except for Senator Gallego – up from grabs. Eric was senior strategist for Gallego’s winning campaign – a notable Democratic victory in a red/purple state – so he can also give insights and lessons learned from that key race.

You Must Register in Advance for this Event:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/oCqdAAMJS4KrL_rQX_Ajig

Eric Chalmers is a seasoned Arizona-based political strategist and the founder of Resilient Strategies, a firm recognized for its disciplined, data-driven approach to campaigns and civic engagement. He has led efforts across Arizona’s political, philanthropic, and policy landscape, helping shape narratives that help Democrats win.

As a senior strategist to Ruben Gallego’s U.S. Senate race, Eric has played a key role in building one of the most dynamic statewide operations in the country. His work blends analytics with creative execution, ranging from message testing and digital advertising to coalition building and donor strategy, always rooted in Arizona’s unique civic fabric. Eric lives in central Phoenix with his wife and their two young boys.

"Reimagining Local News" film with Journalist Charles Blow
2025-11-23 14:00 - 16:00 | Loft Cinema, 3233 E. Speedway Blvd., Tucson, AZ, 85716, United States
by Carolyn Classen, blogger

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23 AT 2:00PM

General Admission: $12 | Loft Members: $10 – VIP Reception: $50 | Loft Members: $40

Passes Not Accepted

GENERAL ADMISSION: $12 • LOFT MEMBERS: $10Includes Admission to Screening and Discussion Only

VIP RECEPTION (1:00PM – 2:00PM) | GENERAL ADMISSION: $50 • LOFT MEMBERS: $40 Includes admission to screening, discussion and catered, pre-show reception with Charles Blow on the Loft Cinema’s Overlook Deck.

“Don’t miss Reimagining Local News, a very special screening and discussion exploring the future of local news, featuring Charles Blow, celebrated author and New York Times journalist; Jenny Flynn, President and CEO of the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona; Maritza Félix, local journalist and founder of Conecta Arizona; and moderator Caitlin Schmidt, Editor and Publisher of Tucson Spotlight. This event will include two short episodes of the new documentary series Reimagining Local News, and an in-depth panel discussion following the films.

A portion of the proceeds from this event will benefit Press Forward Southern Arizona at the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona

Reimagining Local News is a new documentary series and campaign exploring the future of local news. Hosted by journalist and author Charles Blow, the series shines a light on the innovative people and models across the country that are rebuilding and strengthening local news ecosystems. It reveals what’s working and how community-driven, solutions-oriented approaches are creating a new path forward for local news. Funded by the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation and Press Forward, the series moves beyond the familiar “crisis narrative,” reframing the conversation around opportunity and the essential role that local news plays as a public good.

Episode 1: Reimagining Local News — Journalist Charles M. Blow travels across the country to meet the people rebuilding local news from the ground up. (10 mins.)

Episode 4: Underrepresented Groups — Conecta Arizona and Capital B spotlight how culturally relevant reporting is restoring trust in underserved communities. (3 mins.)

Total event running time (including films and panel discussion): 90 mins.

About the panelists:

Charles M. Blow is an author, journalist, and political commentator, and is the inaugural Langston Hughes Fellow at Harvard University. A longtime Op-Ed columnist at The New York Times, Blow has also served as a contributor to CNN and MSNBC and anchored PRIME with Charles Blow on the Black News Channel.

Jenny Flynn is President and CEO of the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona, and has been a leader, along with a group of committed community volunteers, in establishing Press Forward Southern Arizona.

Maritza Félix is an award-winning freelance journalist, producer, and writer in Arizona and also the founder of Conecta Arizona, a Spanish-language news service that connects people in Arizona and Sonora primarily through WhatsApp and social media.

Caitlin Schmidt is Editor and Publisher of Tucson Spotlight. She previously worked for the Arizona Daily Star and has been reporting on Southern Arizona for 15 years.”

https://loftcinema.org/film/reimagining-local-news-with-author-journalist-charles-blow-in-person/

Equality Arizona's Holiday open house
2025-11-22 17:30 - 21:00 | downtown Phoenix
by Carolyn Classen, blogger

“November 22; Doors open at 5:30 PM, Downtown Phoenix (address will be shared via email).”

RSVP: https://eqaz-holiday-openhouse.rsvpify.com/?eId=6dd091fb-2c49-4833-9036-7798f285f998&eType=EmailBlastContent&utm_medium=email&utm_source=substack

Arizona Southwest Black History Symposium
2025-11-22 13:00 - 16:00 | Dunbar Pavilion, 325 W. 2nd Street, Tucson, AZ, 85705, United States

Protest at Juan Ciscomani’s office
2025-11-22 09:00 - 11:00 | Congressman Juan Ciscomani’s office, 1636 N. Swan Rd., Tucson, Arizona, 85712
by Carolyn Classen, blogger

SATURDAY PROTEST OUTSIDE CISCOMANI’S OFFICE

November 22 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

“Join us on Saturdays at 9AM where we be protesting peacefully outside Rep. Ciscomani’s office. With our presence and our signs, we will tell him to properly represent his constituency, and uphold the constitution! We will have extra signs; chillin’ chairs; and a letter-writing station for you to write a letter to Ciscomani and deliver it personally to his office! Indivisible Tucson’s Pressure Ciscomani Team and others will have information tables at these events. Please join us to protest Rep. Ciscomani’s voting record and hypocritical messaging. RSVP if you like, but no need to – just show up any Saturday morning! See you there!”

Carolyn’s note: CD 6 Congressman Juan Ciscomani was an aide to Republican Governor Doug Ducey before running for Congress. He is in his 2nd term and defeated former LD 10 State Senator Democrat Kirsten Engel twice. He is up for re-election in 2026.

Media Literacy training
2025-11-20 18:30 - 19:30
by Carolyn Classen, blogger

(sic, flyer says Tuesday, but Nov. 20 is a Thursday)

Time

Thursday, November 20

6:30 – 7:30pm MST

Location

Virtual event

Join from anywhere

Hosted in AZ 85001

About this event

“The media landscape is changing quickly! Learn how you can identify forms of misinformation, find reliable news sources, and be a savvy media consumer.

This will be a virtual training with lots of time for questions.

We offer all of our trainings for free. Please consider donating $5-$10 after you register to ensure we are able to continue to do so!

The link to join will be included with your confirmation email. Please check your spam/junk folder.”

RSVP: https://www.mobilize.us/cebv/event/865581/

Carolyn’s note: This is a timely workshop as I still read print versions of Az Daily Star and Tucson Weekly, but online there’s Tucson Sentinel, Tucson Agenda, Tucson Spotlight, AZ Luminaria and us, B4AZ. Plus all the national newspapers and even foreign press. No time to read them all…

UA College Dems Rhythm & Blue Concert Fundraiser
2025-11-19 19:00 - 22:00 | Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St., Tucson, Arizona, 85701
by Carolyn Classen, blogger

“UA College Dems is hosting a concert fundraiser on November 19 at Hotel Congress! Attached is a flyer with details of the event and links to buy tickets or donate are below. Below is a description of the importance of this event and why we are hosting this event. We would love it if you could share this event broadly and with the DGT family. Buy Tickets Here! $10 – UACD Concert Fundraiser

Can’t Attend? Donate Here Instead! – Everything Counts!

Ticket proceeds will go towards financing the club and club events. This means money for food, supplies, and more to get new registered voters and precinct committee people!

We need a war chest to tap into to stay active on campus against groups like Turning Point and College Republicans. They are funded by billionaires and we are funded by the community.

All extra donations, no matter the size, are welcome! Thank you! “

Happy Hour with DGT
2025-11-19 16:00 - 18:00 | Brother John’ s Beer, Bourbon & Barbecue, 1801 N. Stone Ave., Tucson, Arizona, 85705, United States
by Carolyn Classen, blogger

Democrats of Greater Tucson Happy HourDATE: November 19th, 2025TIME: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PMLOCATION: Brother John’s Beer Bourbon & BBQ, 1801 N Stone Ave, Tucson, AZ 85705

“Want to get involved in your local political scene? Spend time with a wonderful group of fellow Democrats? Enjoy some good food?

Join us at Brother John’s Beer, Bourbon & BBQ’s Bourbon Lounge for drinks and great conversation, and make some new friends!

Come meet our Mystery Guests!We’ll have a mystery guest at every happy hour, and you might get a chance to meet local, city, state, and even national volunteers, activists, and organizers.

Come have a conversation you won’t have anywhere else, and feel free to bring a plus one! We can’t wait to see you there!”

Wine and Whine with LD 18 Democrats
2025-11-17 17:30 - 19:30 | Union Public House, 4340 N. Campbell Ave., Tucson, Arizona, 85716
by Carolyn Classen, blogger

Time

Monday, November 17

5:30 – 7:30pm MST

Location

Union Public House

4340 N Campbell Ave Ste 100, Tucson, AZ 85718Tucson, AZ 85716Map

About this event

“Join LD18 Democrats for happy hour and open discussion! Relax and destress with fellow Democrats and volunteers.”

Jackie Anderson, candidate for LD 19 House at DGT
2025-11-17 12:00 - 13:00
by Carolyn Classen, blogger

“Please join us for a discussion with Jackie Anderson about her campaign to flip a seat in LD19.

You Must Register in Advance for this Event:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/MjXO4j5GRbG9XYeN1b7sPw

Jackie says of herself and her campaign:

Hi, I’m Jackie O’Donnell Anderson, and I have come out of retirement to run for the Arizona State Legislature in District LD 19. I have been a resident of southeastern Pima County since 1995, moving here to be closer to my mother in Green Valley. I live in a rural community with my daughter, along with our dogs, cats, horses, mules, and chickens. With 42 years of experience as an Emergency Department RN, including 19 years at a critical access hospital in Arizona, I am deeply committed to serving our community.

I am running for office because I am tired of the chaos in our current Arizona State Legislature. Arizonans deserve better, and I want to be the voice for the LD19 voters. My values reflect my capacity for empathy and my vision for humanity. I envision a better Arizona for all, where everyone can achieve the life they dream of for themselves and their families. Justice, truth, and peace for all.

As I embark on my campaign, my top priorities are healthcare and public education. I am concerned about the access and affordability of healthcare, especially with the upcoming Medicaid/AHCCCS cuts in 2026, which threaten the services of critical access hospitals in District LD-19. Additionally, I am focused on ensuring accountability in the AZ Voucher system, making sure our tax dollars are truly benefiting our children’s education.”

Carolyn’s note: LD 19 House is currently represented by two incumbent Republicans, Rep. Gail Griffin and Rep. Lupe Diaz.
