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SUMMARY:Empowering Voters & Defending Democracy Founders Day luncheon
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/empowering-voters-defending-democracy-founders-day-luncheon/
LOCATION:Catalyst Creative Collective\, 4500 N.Oracle Rd.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85705
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SUMMARY:Queer for Good 2026
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQueer for Good\n\n\n\nThursday\, October 29\, 2026 | 6:00 PM  |  La Rosa  800 N Country Club Rd\, Tucson\, AZ 85716\n\n\n\nRSVP\n\n\n\n“A Night to Celebrate Community\, Impact\, and the Future\n\n\n\nJoin us for Queer for Good 2026\, a free evening celebrating the history\, accomplishments\, and future of the LGBTQ+ Alliance Fund. \n\n\n\nTogether\, we’ll celebrate the impact of the LGBTQ+ Alliance Fund\, recognize the generosity of those who have made it possible\, and look ahead to the future of supporting LGBTQ+ communities across Southern Arizona. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re a donor\, nonprofit partner\, advocate\, ally\, LGBTQ+ leader\, or community member\, everyone is welcome. Enjoy an evening of entertainment\, meaningful connections\, and celebration in a welcoming atmosphere. \n\n\n\nHosted by the LGBTQ+ Alliance Fund\, Queer for Good highlights how collective giving expands opportunities\, strengthens organizations\, and invests in a more inclusive future for LGBTQ+ communities across Southern Arizona. \n\n\n\nAdmission is complimentary\, but registration is required. Complimentary valet parking will be provided for all guests. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you on Thursday\, October 29\, 2026! \n\n\n\nUnable to Attend?\n\n\n\nYou can still make a difference by supporting the LGBTQ+ Alliance Fund. Every gift helps invest in initiatives that uplift LGBTQ+ communities throughout Southern Arizona. Donate here.”
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/queer-for-good-2026/
LOCATION:La Rosa\, 800 N. Country Club Rd.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85716
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SUMMARY:Pre-Halloween Party at the Polls
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n2 – 5pm MST \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nEckstrom-Columbus Library \n\n\n\n4350 E 22nd St \n\n\n\nThe polling place is in the library. The party is in the parking lot!Tucson\, AZ 85711Map \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\nLET’S HAVE A HALLOWEEN PARTY AT THE POLLS! 🗳️\n\n\n\n“CAUSE VOTING ISN’T SPOOKY! \n\n\n\nCelebrate our community. Cast your vote together. \n\n\n\nWe’re turning the ballot box into a Halloween block party! Come for the community\, stay for the fun\, and let’s make our voices heard together. It’s time to celebrate our power as the people!  \n\n\n\nJoin Studio Connections Theatre Company for a celebration of civic power\, music\, theatre and community spirit.  \n\n\n\nWe’re bringing the energy to the ballot box! Whether you’re voting early or on Election Day\, come hang out\, meet your neighbors\, and celebrate democracy in action. Drop your vote off with your pals\, if you’re so inclined! Then stay and put the party back into political party! Costumes\, singing voices\, and willingness to be silly are highly encouraged but not required. But all performers need an audience\, too! \n\n\n\n📍 Eckstrom-Columbus Library Parking Lot 4350 E. 22nd St. \n\n\n\n📅 October 30 from 2-5 pm \n\n\n\nThere will be food by Revolutionary Grounds\, music\, karaoke\, prizes\, and other wacky activities! Spectacle\, for sure! \n\n\n\n***Any food\, entertainment\, buttons\, stickers\, or any other free items at this event are available to voters and non-voters alike. This is a nonpartisan event. This is a party for all parties. Even those who are of no party are welcome too.” \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: actually these places to vote are no longer called “polls” but Vote centers.
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/pre-halloween-party-at-the-pools/
LOCATION:Eckstrom-Columbus Library\, 4350 E. 22nd St.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85711
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SUMMARY:Halloween Protest at Juan Ciscomani's office
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nThis is the last protest before General Election of Nov. 3\, 2026.  2 term Republican incumbent Ciscomani is being challenged by former Marine Democrat JoAnna Mendoza.  Don’t forget to vote. \n\n\n\n Happy Halloween! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nRep. Ciscomani’s Office \n\n\n\n1636 N Swan Road \n\n\n\nTucson\, AZ 85712 \n\n\n\nMap Links: \n\n\n\nOSMGoogleApple \n\n\n\nOrganizer: LD 18 Dems \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\nRSVP 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/halloween-protest-at-juan-ciscomanis-office/
LOCATION:Congressman Juan Ciscomani’s office\, 1636 N. Swan Rd.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85712
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SUMMARY:General Election 2026
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nUp for election this year 2026 are 9 Az Congressional seats (2 year terms); \n\n\n\nArizona state offices\, including 2 on Az Corporation Commission ; \n\n\n\nAll Arizona Senate (30) and House (60) legislative offices (for 2 year terms); \n\n\n\nOne seat (District 5) on Pima County Bd. of Supervisors (Andres Cano appointed for remainder of a term)\, and the Clerk of the Superior Court (James Giacomino); \n\n\n\nsome School districts including two on TUSD Governing Board (Jennifer Eckstrom & Val Romero); \n\n\n\nEarly ballots go out on October 7. Stay tuned for General Election candidate info from Dem and Republican parties. \n\n\n\nhttps://azsos.gov/elections/calendar-dates \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAZ 2026 General Election candidate listings: \n\n\n\nhttps://apps.arizona.vote/electioninfo/Election/69
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/general-election-2026/
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SUMMARY:Tucson Veteran's Day Parade 2026
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“The purpose of this organization is to organize\, host and participate in the community event of the annual Tucson Veteran’s Day Parade;to raise funds to cover expenditures of hosting said event. \n\n\n\nInvolving kids in celebrating Veterans Day is a wonderful wayto teach them about gratitude\, empathy\, and the importance ofhonoring those who have served our country. \n\n\n\nVeterans Day is a reminder not only of the sacrifices made by those who served but also of the rich insights they provide into effective leadership.Tucson Veteran’s Day Parade Foundation (TVDPF)is organized for social and charitable purposes.​ TVDPF formed to provide supporters with a 100% tax deductible donation.” \n\n\n\nhttps://tucsonvdpf.org
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/tucson-veterans-day-parade-2026/
LOCATION:downtown Tucson
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SUMMARY:Housing Arizona town hall
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Housing Arizona”Tucson Community Town Hall \n\n\n\nParticipants will engage in discussions about Arizona’s housing needs and identify solutions. \n\n\n\nRegistration is Free. \n\n\n\n8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. – Check in9:00 a.m. – 11:30 p.m. – Program \n\n\n\nBackground Materials \n\n\n\n\n“Housing Arizona” Background Report\n\n\n\n“Housing Arizona” Key Facts\n\n\n\n\nRegister: https://aztownhall.org/event-6749707
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/housing-arizona-town-hall/
LOCATION:YWCA of Southern Arizona\, 525 N. Bonita Ave.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85745
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SUMMARY:AZ Luminaria Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nArizona Luminaria Happy Hour | Thursday\, Nov. 12\, 5-7 p.m. | Don Martini Club\, 314 E. Congress St. in downtown Tucson | free and open to all | RSVP by Nov. 4“Our team is saving you a seat to chat about what’s happening in our community and how we cover it!Join Arizona Luminaria for our NewsMatch happy hour\, a relaxed evening to meet our journalists\, swap stories with fellow readers and toast the reporting that holds power to account and lifts up our neighbors.Bring a friend — especially one who hasn’t met us yet.\n\n\n\nNewsMatch\, our end-of-year fundraising program\, which links national dollars with your local support\, begins Nov. 1. Starting that day\, every gift to Arizona Luminaria is matched\, so your support stretches twice as far.\n\n\n\nConsider this happy hour our kickoff. We can’t wait to celebrate with you.”\n\n\n\nRSVP to NewsMatch Happy Hour\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHope to see you there\,\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIrene Fischler McKisson
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/az-luminaria-happy-hour/
LOCATION:Don Martini Club\, 314 E. Congress St.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85701
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SUMMARY:38th Annual Aidswalk 2026
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIDSWALK Tucson is such a fun and beautiful event that has become one of Tucson’s favorites. If you’ve never experienced AIDSWALK\, then we highly recommend you come join us this year on Saturday\, December 5th. \n\n\n\nAIDSWALK is a family and pet-friendly walking (or running) fundraiser with the goal of increasing awareness and support for people living with or affected by HIV/AIDS. The money raised at AIDSWALK Tucson benefits Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation (SAAF). Each year SAAF provides services to nearly 1\,700 people living with HIV and AIDS and delivers targeted prevention outreach and education programs to over 17\,000 people who are at high-risk for infection. \n\n\n\nAt AIDSWALK\, you will have the opportunity to learn more about HIV\, to remember those we have lost to AIDS\, and celebrate many around us that are thriving each day living with HIV. There will be plenty of entertainment and activities to bring us all together in support of this great cause.  \n\n\n\nThank you to our 2025 Sponsors”\n\n\n\nat Reid Park. Info here: https://saaf.org/events/aidswalk/
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/38th-annual-aidswalk-20026/
LOCATION:Reid Park\, 900 S. Randolph Way\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85716\, United States
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