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SUMMARY:Jonathan Treble\, candidate for CD 1 at DGT
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Please join us for a lively discussion with Jonathan Treble about his campaign for the primary nomination for the Democratic Party to run for the now open seat in Arizona’s CD1. \n\n\n\nYou Must Register in Advance for this Event:\n\n\n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/npHIyMMaQRqGWWmTrKbX8A\n\n\n\nJonathan Treble is a Democrat\, public school dad\, and small business owner with middle-class and union roots. After putting himself through college and becoming the first in his family to graduate\, Jonathan started a business in his living room and went door to door to scale it into one of the fastest-growing companies in the country\, reflecting his commitment to green practices and veteran hiring. After a major health crisis and a battle with insurance\, he’s running for Congress to expand access to affordable healthcare\, reverse Trump-era cuts\, and protect Medicare and Medicaid.” \n\n\n\nTrebele’s campaign website: https://trebleforaz.com/ \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: CD 1 in Phoenix is represented by long term Republican David Schweikert\, who has been in Congress for 15 years. Former Az House Rep. Democrat Dr. Amish Shah is also running for this seat in the Dem primary in 2026. Shah ran for this seat in Nov. 2024\, got 48% of the vote then. \n\n\n\nCD 1 voter registration stats from Oct. 2025: Dems 144\, 250; Republicans 207\,357\, Others 181\,064.
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/jonathan-treble-candidate-for-cd-1-at-dgt/
LOCATION:Arizona
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SUMMARY:We Will Not be Silent vigil & call to action
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n“On Monday\, January 26\, at 4:00pm\, join the Good Neighbor Interfaith Coalition monthly 4th Monday peaceful vigil. \n\n\n\nThis event will be held at the ICE Field Office (6431 S Country Club Rd). \n\n\n\n“When our neighbors live in fear\, faith demands action. Join us at the Good Neighbor Interfaith Coalition monthly 4th Monday peaceful vigil as people of faith stand together in solidarity against the violence and injustice of ICE. We will gather in prayer\, song\, and witness for human dignity and justice. \n\n\n\nPray. Act. Stand for justice.” \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: This vigil & call to action must be in response to the 2nd killing of a civilian by I.C.E. agents in Minnesota. First was Renee Good on Jan. 7\, 2026\, then just recently Alex Pretti on Jan. 24\, 2026.
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/we-will-not-be-silent-vigil-call-to-action/
LOCATION:ICE Tucson Field office\, 6451 S. Country Club Rd.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85706
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SUMMARY:Eyes on I.C.E training
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n“On Saturday\, federal agents horrifically shot and killed 37-year-old Alex Pretti\, an ICU nurse who cared for veterans\, in the Eat Street neighborhood of south Minneapolis after brutally beating him in front of witnesses.  \n\n\n\nEnough is enough. Exercising our Constitutional right to document and record ICE and other federal agents is more important than ever. This call will give you the tools to exercise your rights in a moment when federal agents are terrorizing our communities and using excessive force.  \n\n\n\nJoin our call\, Eyes on Ice: Document and Record on Monday\, January 26th\, 2026\, at 8:00 pm ET. RSVP for Link. 1/26/26 at 8 PM ET.  \n\n\n\nWe will cover the latest updates on ICE and CBP’s out-of-control and dangerous operations. We will talk through rights when documenting and recording law enforcement encounters\, and how you can continue to take action.  \n\n\n\nRSVP NOW.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIndivisible is managing data and communications with participants. By registering\, you agree to receive info from Indivisible about the event\, receive communications via e-mail or SMS message from Indivisible\, and receive any other updates and opportunities to take action or support NO KINGS partner organizations. You also agree to have any data entered in this registration collected by Indivisible. Indivisible will treat your data according to our organization’s applicable privacy policy: https://indivisible.org/privacy-policy”
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/eyes-on-i-c-e-training/
LOCATION:Arizona
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SUMMARY:Candlelight Vigil for Alex Pretti
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCandlelight Vigil for Alex Pretti\n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nIn front of St. Joseph’s Hospital \n\n\n\nN Wilmot Rd & E Carondelet Dr \n\n\n\nTucson\, AZ 85711 \n\n\n\nMap Links: \n\n\n\nOSMGoogleApple \n\n\n\nOrganizer: National Nurses United \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note:  37 year old ICU nurse Alex Pretti was killed by ICE agents in Minneapolis on Jan. 24\, 2026. Prior to Pretti\, another 37 year old Renee Good was also killed by I.C.E. in MN. on Jan. 7.
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/candlelight-vigil-for-alex-pretti/
LOCATION:St. Joseph’s Hospital\, 350 N. Wilmot Rd.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85711
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SUMMARY:The Water Below: a community dialog
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Water Below : A Community Dialog \n\n\n\nJanuary 29th 4:00 – 5:30 PM \n\n\n\nVirtual program via ZOOM \n\n\n\n“Curious about current groundwater in communities across the Verde Valley? Concerned about future capacity to serve northern Arizona’s rural cities and towns? Verde Valley relies on groundwater and many private and public wells withdraw from the aquifer. \n\n\n\nJoin the League of Women Voters of Northern Arizona in a focused conversation to examine the critical issue of groundwater management with guest speakers: \n\n\n\n• Chris Kuzdas\, Environmental Defense Fund \n\n\n\n\n Nikki Check\, Yavapai County Supervisor—District 2\n\n\n\n\nRegistration will be available through Yavapai College’s OLLI program and is free. \n\n\n\nCourse Unique ID: 0741 \n\n\n\nClass Title: The Water Below- A Community Dialogue \n\n\n\nRegister \n\n\n\nFor more information\, contact LWVNAZ at lwvnaz@gmail.com.”
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/the-water-below-a-community-dialog/
LOCATION:Arizona
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SUMMARY:Stop I.C.E. Terror\, Defend Democracy
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nNorth La Cholla Boulevard & West Ina Road \n\n\n\nN La Cholla Blvd & W Ina Rd \n\n\n\nCasas Adobes\, AZ 85741 \n\n\n\nMap Links: \n\n\n\nOSMGoogleApple \n\n\n\nOrganizer: Indivisible Tucson Action Alliance \n\n\n\n“The organizers will be at the NE corner. This is a peaceful protest and will follow all safety practices and protocols.”
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/stop-i-c-e-terror-defend-democracy/
LOCATION:NW Tucson
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SUMMARY:Nationwide Shutdown
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, Blogger \n\n\n\nNational Shutdown: No Work\, No School\, No Shopping\n\n\n\nFRIDAY JAN 30 \n\n\n\nALL DAY \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nEverywhere \n\n\n\nOrganizer: Somali Student Association at University of Minnesota [National] \n\n\n\n“Visit nationalshutdown.us for more information about this national day of action. \n\n\n\nThe people of the Twin Cities have shown the way for the whole country – to stop ICE’s reign of terror\, we need to SHUT IT DOWN. On Friday\, January 30\, join a nationwide day of no school\, no work and no shopping.  \n\n\n\nThe entire country is shocked and outraged at the brutal killings of Alex Pretti\, Renee Good\, Silverio Villegas González\, and Keith Porter Jr. by federal agents. While Trump and other right wing politicians are slandering them as “terrorists”\, the video evidence makes it clear beyond all doubt: they were gunned down in broad daylight simply for exercising their First Amendment right to protest mass deportation. Every day\, ICE\, Border Patrol and other enforcers of Trump’s racist agenda are going into our communities to kidnap our neighbors and sow fear. It is time for us to all stand up together in a nationwide shutdown and say enough is enough!” \n\n\n\nUPDATE:  Shutdown from 2 pm at Tucson Federal Building downtown\,  300 W. Congress St. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Organizer: Defend Tucson! ¡Tucson se Defiende! Coalition \n\n\n\nJoin us in downtown Tucson on January 30\, 2026 for a public\, nonviolent solidarity action as part of the ICE OUT! Nationwide Shutdown. This action is in response to the nationwide shutdown call initiated by Black and Somali student organizations in Minnesota. \n\n\n\nCommunities across the country are taking collective action to demand justice\, accountability\, and an end to ICE violence. \n\n\n\nThis solidarity action will include a community gathering at the Tucson Federal Building\, brief reflections from DTTSD coalition partners and speakers\, music\, a cacerolazo (ka-seh-ro-LA-so) (pot-and-pan sound action) rally and march. All are welcome to attend for any portion of the event. \n\n\n\nBring your presence\, your voice\, and your solidarity. \n\n\n\n★ No work ★ No school ★ No shopping ★ \n\n\n\nCollective action matters. Be visible and be heard.” \n\n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: I have a doctor’s appt\, then open house at UA Lotus Lounge\, fka APASA. The students and staff will join in ICE Out at 1 pm on UA Mall. I have to drive and use Sun Tran bus. But otherwise\, no work\, school\, or shopping.
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/nationwide-shutdown/
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SUMMARY:UA I.C.E. Out
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCE Out! UA\, Shut it Down!\n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nUA Mall \n\n\n\nOrganizer: Multiple Student Orgs \n\n\n\n“No work\, no school\, no shopping. Meet at the UA Mall stage at 1pm. \n\n\n\nOrganized by Students for Socialism\, Black Student Union\, Guerrero Student Council\, Students for Justice in Palestine\, United Campus Workers AZ\, UA Resist\, Student Disability Advocates Club\, Force UA\, UA Planned Parenthood Generation Action\, Iota Phi Theta: Tucson Undergraduate Colony\, Lambda Theta Phi Latin Fraternity\, Inc.\, UA College Democrats” \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: Supposed to attend UA Lotus Lounge Open House\, but will attend this after first hour there\, with the students\, staff\, faculty.
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/ua-i-c-e-out/
LOCATION:UA Mall\, 1401 E. University Blvd.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85719
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SUMMARY:AZPM Screening and panel discussion on The Librarians
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n“Librarians emerge as first responders in the fight for democracy and our First Amendment Rights. \n\n\n\nThis event is free and open to the public. If you are able\, we welcome a suggested donation of $10 to help support AZPM community events. \n\n\n\nIn Texas\, the Krause List targets 850 books focused on race and LGBTQia+ stories – triggering sweeping book bans across the U.S. at an unprecedented rate. As tensions escalate\, librarians connect the dots from heated school and library board meetings nationwide to lay bare the underpinnings of extremism fueling the censorship efforts. Despite facing harassment\, threats\, and laws aimed at criminalizing their work – the librarians’ rallying cry for freedom to read is a chilling cautionary tale. \n\n\n\nA panel discussion will follow this film. \n\n\n\nPanelists include: \n\n\n\n\nRebecca Ballenger – Associate Director World of Words\, College of Education\, University of Arizona\n\n\n\nKate DeMeester-Lane – Library Services Manager\, Pima County Public Library\n\n\n\nPaula Maez – Public Services\, Pima County Library\n\n\n\nMatthew Landon- Workforce and Economic Development Librarian\, Pima County Library\n\n\n\n\nWe encourage attendees to bring a new or gently used K–6th grade book to support of the TUSD Educational Enrichment Foundation.” \n\n\n\nRSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/join-azpm-for-a-screening-and-panel-discussion-of-the-librarians-tickets-1978317083652?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/azpm-screening-and-panel-discussion-on-the-librarians/
LOCATION:UA ENR2 Building\, 1064 E. Lowell St.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85721
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SUMMARY:Protest at Juan Ciscomani's office
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“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!  \n\n\n\nJoin the FUN – https://youtube.com/shorts/NMwCDwp55aQ \n\n\n\nSee you there!”
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/protest-at-juan-ciscomanis-office-14/
LOCATION:Congressman Juan Ciscomani’s office\, 1636 N. Swan Rd.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85712
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SUMMARY:AZ Women in Labor town hall
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/women-in-labor-town-hall/
LOCATION:CWA PHEW Local 7000\, 7820 E. Broadway Blvd.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85710
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SUMMARY:Tucson Peace Center's Vegetarian Feast
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nJoin the Tucson Peace Center at a Vegetarian Feast\n\n\n\nJanuary 31\, 2026 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJanuary 31\, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.Southside Presbyterian Church\, 317 W. 23rd St. \n\n\n\n“Join Us for Conversation\, Good Food\, Music\, Guest Speaker\, and More!Benefits the Tucson Peace CenterMore Info will be posted soon.“
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/tucson-peace-centers-vegetarian-feast/
LOCATION:Southside Presbyterian Church\, 317 W. 23rd St.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85713
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SUMMARY:Know Your Rights with Congresswoman Adelita Grijalva & Tucson Mayor Regina Romero
DESCRIPTION:By Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“We’re facing federal enforcement actions that have deepened fear and undermined civil liberties. From the tragic deaths of Renee Good and Alex Pretti to continued aggressive ICE/CBP tactics\, accountability and transparency are urgently needed. \n\n\n\nJoin Congresswoman Adelita Grijalva and Tucson Mayor Regina Romero at a Know Your Rights Forum to reaffirm your rights\, learn how to safely protect them\, and build power with community organizations committed to justice.” \n\n\n\nSunday February 1 at 11 am \n\n\n\n RSVP now: grijalva.house.gov/knowyourrights \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: Adelita was just elected to CD7 in Sept. 2026\, after serving 4 years as District 5 Pima County Supervisor. Regina was elected Mayor in Nov. 2019\, re-elected Nov. 2023\, after serving 12 years on Tucson City Council for Ward 1.
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/know-your-rights-with-congresswoman-adelita-grijalva-tucson-mayor-regina-romero/
LOCATION:Arizona
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SUMMARY:Bernadette Greene-Placentia\, candidate for CD 8 at DGT
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Please join us on February 2nd at Noon for a lively and frank discussion about Bernadette’s campaign to unseat the odious #DishonestAbe\, Abe Hamadeh\, election denier\, Trump toady\, and inveterate liar. Get to know her with her Ballotpedia questionaire and her interview with The Atlantic magazine (search for Bernadette’s name)\, and bring your questions to the QA that will follow her talk. \n\n\n\nYou Must Register in Advance for this Meeting:\n\n\n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/RVwlcgT1QButuo8FPZyITw\n\n\n\nBernadette’s biography: \n\n\n\nBernadette was raised in the rural Midwest and is the proud daughter of a Vietnam veteran and a Hungarian Refugee. She grew up with a deep respect for service\, sacrifice\, and the freedoms guaranteed by the United States Constitution. After college\, Bernadette was pulling late-night shifts at the local truck stop diner to help her family stay afloat. Soon after\, she climbed into the cab of a big rig and spent the next 27 years hauling freight across the country. She’s seenAmerica from the ground level\, truck stop to truck stop\, talking to factory workers\, single moms\, farmers\, and veterans—ordinary people ignored by the political elite in Washington. \n\n\n\nThrough relentless dedication\, Bernadette built her own trucking company. However\, when the economy tanked\, she watched everything she had fought for\, her business\, her trucks\, her livelihood\, slip away. Like millions of Americans\, she had to start over\, knowing firsthand what it feels like when politicians and corporations write the rules to benefit themselves\, while working families pay the price. \n\n\n\nFor 17 years\, Bernadette has shared life’s toughest roads with her husband\, an environmental services tech. They have a beautiful adopted daughter from China and have built a family rooted in faith\, sacrifice\, and perseverance. She’s a lifelong gun owner who believes in protecting our freedoms\, while finding common-sense solutions and not catering to political extremes. \n\n\n\nAfter watching Democrats lose last cycle and see how under Trump MAGA extremists are dedicated to tearing this country apart\, threaten Social Security\, attack women’s rights\, defund our public schools\, and sell out working people. Bernadette knew something had to change. Today\, our Republic and the U.S. Constitution\, for which our founding fathers fought to defend\, are under direct attack from politicians who put self-interest and power above country. \n\n\n\nBernadette is stepping up because enough is enough! For Democrats to win in Arizona this mid- term\, we need the support of blue-collar workers. It’s time the party fights to bring them back into the fold\, and who better to do that than a working-class woman herself. \n\n\n\nBernadette is a Democrat with a backbone\, someone who has hauled America’s goods through many storms\, fought for every paycheck\, and knows what it’s like to lose everything and have to rebuild. In Congress\, she’ll roll up her sleeves to fight for the people politicians have forgotten\, by protecting Social Security and Medicare\, securing our borders without losing our humanity\, making healthcare affordable\, defending reproductive freedom\, and ensuring thatworking- and middle-class families finally have someone on their side. \n\n\n\nShe’s not another politician. She’s one of us\, and she’s ready to fight like hell to protect Arizona’s 8th Congressional District and the Constitution.” \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note:  Bernadette is running for CD 8 currently held by Republican attorney incumbent Abe Hamadeh\, elected in Nov. 2024. He also ran for Az Attorney General in Nov. 2022\, losing by 280 votes after a recount.  \n\n\n\nCurrent voter registration stats on CD 8 in Phoenix from AZ SOS:  Dems 113\,110; Republicans 194\,843; Other 153\,780.
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/bernadette-greene-placentia-candidate-for-cd-8-at-dgt/
LOCATION:Arizona
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260202T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260202T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150621
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SUMMARY:Community Grief Gathering
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n“You are invited to Community Grief Gathering occurring on Mon\, Feb 2\, 2026 4:30pm – 6:30pm“ \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nThe Historic Y Courtyard300 E University BlvdTucson AZ 85705 US \n\n\n\nDescription:  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact: Ames MeeksEmail: queerlybeloveddoula@gmail.com \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: This must be in response to the recent killings of two 37 year old civilians Renee Good & Alex Pretti in MN by I.C.E. agents in January\, 2026. We are over a year into the Trump Administration. Be aware and if you feel the need to collectively grieve\, join this event.
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/community-grief-gathering/
LOCATION:Historic Y\, 738 N. 5th Avenue\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85705
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260203T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260203T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150621
CREATED:20260112T160544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T160643Z
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SUMMARY:Two virtual RTA Next Q & A sessions
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nRTA Next special election coming up on March 10\, to vote for or against 1/2 cents sales tax increase for the continuation of the current 20 year RTA Plan. Will be Propositions 418 and 419 on that ballot. \n\n\n\nTwo virtual RTA Next Q&A sessions coming up on Feb. 3 to learn more. First is from noon to 1 p.m. Register here. Second is from 5 to 6 p.m. Register here. \n\n\n\nInfo at: https://rtanext.com/ for this $2.67 billion plan. \n\n\n\n“The Regional Transportation Authority\, a state-established taxing district within Pima County\, finalized a new 20-year regional transportation plan (RTA Next) to improve the transportation network in the greater Tucson region and enhance our quality of life. \n\n\n\nThe $2.67 billion investment plan will support reduced congestion\, improved mobility\, enhanced and expanded transit\, environmental protections\, bicycle and pedestrian improvements and pavement rehabilitation.” \n\n\n\nEarly ballots go out on Feb. 11\, 2026.
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/two-virtual-rta-next-q-a-sessions/
LOCATION:Arizona
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260203T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260203T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150621
CREATED:20260130T042136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T042150Z
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SUMMARY:Opposition to I.C.E. Detention Center in Marana
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOpposition to Marana ICE Detention Center\n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nEd Honea Marana Municipal Complex \n\n\n\n11555 W Civic Center Dr \n\n\n\nMarana\, AZ 85653 \n\n\n\nMap Links: \n\n\n\nOSMGoogleApple \n\n\n\nOrganizer: Pima Resists ICE \n\n\n\n“Join PRICE along with other community members to show our opposition to an ICE detention center/private prison in Marana. Wear orange!”
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/opposition-to-i-c-e-detention-center/
LOCATION:Marana Town Council chambers\, 11555 W. Civic
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260207T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260207T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150621
CREATED:20251222T041131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T031028Z
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SUMMARY:Southern Arizona Heat Summit 2026
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Thank you for your interest in attending the Southern Arizona Heat Summit 2026! \n\n\n\nThis event will bring together local and regional partners to enhance our community’s resilience to extreme heat. \n\n\n\nDate: Saturday\, February 7\, 2026 \n\n\n\nLocation: Environment & Natural Resources 2 Building (ENR2)\, University of Arizona \n\n\n\nRegistration: Begins at 8:00 a.m. \n\n\n\nWe are excited to have you join us for this important discussion. \n\n\n\nPlease complete the following registration form to secure your spot at the Summit.” \n\n\n\nhttps://survey123.arcgis.com/share/65953dec5b5a4d4290c9793b06c023cd \n\n\n\nMore info here: \n\n\n\n“The summit brings together local governments\, researchers\, nonprofits\, community leaders\, and residents to build partnerships\, share resources\, and support solutions that reduce heat-related risks across Southern Arizona.   \n\n\n\nMorning welcome program includes a resource fair to connect with organizations doing heat resilience work and learn about services and tools available in the community.   \n\n\n\nMorning presentations will highlight how science\, data\, and coordinated work across federal\, state\, county\, and city partners support heat resilience efforts across Arizona and the importance of planning ahead. \n\n\n\nPanel discussions on: \n\n\n\n\nHow extreme heat disproportionately impacts some of the region’s most vulnerable communities\, linking public health\, housing conditions\, worker safety\, and community-based support.\n\n\n\n “Growing Resilience: Youth Visions for a Cooler Future\,” \n\n\n\n\nLunch will be provided\, along with a performance by Mariachi Aguilitas de Davis\, creating a space for continued connection and conversation among attendees.  \n\n\n\nInteractive breakout sessions focused on shared learning\, practical action\, and real problem-solving so attendees leave with ideas that can be applied right away. \n\n\n\n\nStrategies for staying cool at home\,\n\n\n\nBeginning a conversation for developing emergency protocols during power outages\,\n\n\n\nStrengthening public health communication during heat events\, Cooling and greening neighborhoods\,\n\n\n\nExpanding heat safety protections for workers.   \n\n\n\n\nThe summit will close with conversations focused on partnership and implementation\, including a panel on outage resilience and a final discussion highlighting frontline organizations working across Tucson during heat season. \n\n\n\nRegistration is now open\, and event details\, transportation options\, and agenda updates are available online. The summit website will be updated as changes occur.   \n\n\n\nLearn more at https://arcg.is/1y8CXD0  \n\n\n\nRegister at https://arcg.is/1GKWfC2 \n\n\n\nSign up to volunteer at https://arcg.is/18nz0q2“
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/southern-arizona-heat-summit-2026/
LOCATION:UA ENR2 Building\, 1064 E. Lowell St.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85721
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260207T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150621
CREATED:20260202T224111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T225440Z
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SUMMARY:Protest at Juan Ciscomani’s office
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n“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! \n\n\n\nJoin the FUN – https://youtube.com/shorts/NMwCDwp55aQ“
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/protest-at-juan-ciscomanis-office-15/
LOCATION:Congressman Juan Ciscomani’s office\, 1636 N. Swan Rd.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85712
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ORGANIZER;CN="LD18 Democrats":MAILTO:Chair@LD18Dems.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260208T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260208T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150621
CREATED:20260128T201855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T201858Z
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SUMMARY:Sing Out for Justice
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSing Out for Justice!\n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nWard 6 Office \n\n\n\n3202 E 1st St \n\n\n\nTucson\, AZ 85716 \n\n\n\nMap Links: \n\n\n\nOSMGoogleApple \n\n\n\nOrganizer: Tucson Resistance Musicians \n\n\n\n“Initial meeting for the Tucson Resistance Musicians. Song leaders needed! Singers needed! Add the joyful noise of singing to our cause! We will be learning songs mostly from the Justice Choir Songbook as we attend and sing at various protests in the Tucson area. \n\n\n\nWe are looking to have a corps group of 4 – 6 song leaders who would be available to attend protests and events and offer singing in support. We’ll provide a bullhorn and the music.”
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/sing-out-for-justice/
LOCATION:Ward 6 Council office\, 3202 E. 1st St.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85716
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260209T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260209T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150621
CREATED:20260128T104717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T104720Z
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SUMMARY:Pima County Clerk of the Superior Court James Giacomino at DGT
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Please join us for an informative discussion of the work of the Pima County Clerk of the Superior Court and the campaign of James Giacomino for that position\, to which he is currently appointed by Governor Hobbs. \n\n\n\nYou Must Register in Advance for this Event:\n\n\n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/9sW3B_jFTYGGyTkmRyjm1A\n\n\n\nBorn and raised in Bisbee\, Arizona\, James is a proud Bisbee High School graduate who began his public service career early — starting as an entry-level employee with the Cochise County Clerk of Superior Court in 2007. \n\n\n\nIn 2011\, and after completing paralegal school at the University of Arizona\, he relocated to Tucson to join the Pima County Clerk’s Office\, advancing quickly from Courtroom Clerk to Supervisor\, Division Director\, and finally Associate Clerk of Court in 2022 before his gubernatorial appointment in 2025. With over 15 years of experience\, James now leads an office of over 180 employees across three locations\, managing an annual budget of over $13 million with transparency\, accountability\, and innovation. \n\n\n\nJames is now seeking an additional term as your Clerk of Superior Court in the 2026 election cycle.”
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/pima-county-clerk-of-the-superior-court-james-giacomino-at-dgt/
LOCATION:Arizona
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260209T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260209T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150621
CREATED:20260113T031859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T153557Z
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SUMMARY:Fighting Voter Supression Efforts with SOS Adrian Fontes
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n“Fighting Voter Suppression Efforts a special Voter Education Program with Secretary of State Adrian Fontes on Monday February 9\, 5:30 – 7 PM Cottonwood Rec Center 150 S 6th St\, Cottonwood\, AZ 86326 Register Now\n\n\n\nAdrian Fontes has served as the Arizona Secretary of State since January 2022  (sic 2023).   One of his primary duties is the oversight and administration of secure and accurate elections.  In that role he has seen increasing efforts to gut early voting. The safety\, security and convenience of mail-in voting is something a vast majority of Arizonans can agree upon.  Mail in ballots are used by nearly 80% of Arizona Voters. Learn about his efforts to fight this and other forms of voter suppression. “\n\n\n\n“The beauty of American democracy is that it levels the playing field.  Every eligible voter is given one vote that holds the same weight as everyone else”-SOS Adrian FontesCarolyn’s note:  Fontes is up for re-election in 2026\, having served for one term as SOS.
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/fighting-voter-supression-efforts-with-sos-adrian-fontes/
LOCATION:Cottonwood Rec Center\, 150 S. 6th St.\, Cottonwood\, Arizona\, 86326
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260209T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260209T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150621
CREATED:20260121T151314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T231946Z
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SUMMARY:Wards 2 & 4 info session on RTA Next
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“The Regional Transportation Authority invites you to attend an upcoming RTA Next Plan Q&A Session to learn more about the proposed $2.67 billion regional transportation plan and tax that will be on the ballot in March for Pima County voter consideration. \n\n\n\nFeb. 9 – Hosted by Ward 2 and Ward 45:30 to 7 p.m.City of Tucson Ward 2 office7820 E. Broadway\, TucsonOpen to the public” \n\n\n\n\nLearn about the RTA Next $2.67 billion regional transportation plan\n\n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: RTA Next will be on the Pima County ballot in a special election on March 10\, 2026. Early ballots go out on Feb. 11. Ward 3 forum was scheduled on Jan. 22 by that office.
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/ward-2-4-rta-next-info-session/
LOCATION:Ward 2 Council office\, 7820 E. Broadway Blvd.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85710
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260210T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260210T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150621
CREATED:20260202T124748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T124751Z
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SUMMARY:Writing for Impact workshop
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Join us! \n\n\n\nGain tools to advocate effectively for organizations and causes. Bring a pen and paper or laptop. There will be time to compose drafts and receive feedback. \n\n\n\nThis event is cosponsored by LWVGT and Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church and open to the public.  \n\n\n\nRegistration is required HERE. Registration is $5.00 at the door. All cash will be donated to Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Interested in helping plan programs and learning more? Contact us writerscorps@lwvtucson.com “
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/writing-for-impact-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church\, 1200 N. Campbell Ave.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85719
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260210T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260210T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150621
CREATED:20260121T145042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260208T045150Z
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SUMMARY:LWVGT Understanding the 2026 to 2046 Regional Transportation Plan (RTA Next)
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPima County-Understanding the 2026-2046 Regional Transportation Plan\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\n“The Regional Transportation Plan (RTA) for Pima County will be on the ballot in 2026. John Bernal and Mike Ortega will present information about the plan. \n\n\n\nDate and Time\n\n\n\nTuesday\, February 10\, 2026\, 12:00 PM until 1:30 PM \n\n\n\nVideoconference information will be provided in an email once registration is complete. \n\n\n\nRegister Now \n\n\n\nEvent Contact(s)\n\n\n\nLinda L Maccabe \n\n\n\nCategory\n\n\n\nLWVGT Public Event \n\n\n\nRegistration Info\n\n\n\nRegistration is required \n\n\n\nRegistration modifications are permitted until Tuesday\, February 10\, 2026 at 8:00 AM \n\n\n\nRegistration cancellations will be accepted until Tuesday\, February 10\, 2026 at 8:00 AM \n\n\n\nNumber of People Who Will Attend\n\n\n\nHave you previously registered for an event or are you on our mailing list? Click here to search“ \n\n\n\nEveryone \n\n\n\n(No Fee) \n\n\n\nRegister Now \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: RTA Next will be on the ballot for a special election on March 10\, 2026. Early ballots go out Feb. 11\, so be aware as this is a timely forum. Ortega is the current Executive Director of the RTA\, former City of Tucson Manager. Bernal is a former Deputy Pima County Administrator and wrote guest opinion in favor of RTA Next in 2022: https://tucson.com/opinion/local/article_cae2911c-2013-11ed-93d7-93ab514d34e0.html
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/lwvgt-understanding-the-2026-to-2046-regional-transportation-plan-rta-next/
LOCATION:Arizona
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260210T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260210T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150621
CREATED:20260201T132547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T115922Z
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SUMMARY:Our Sustainable Transportation Future in Tucson at Sustainable Tucson meeting
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nFebruary 10 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSustainable Tucson Monthly Meeting\, 2nd Tuesday\, 6:00-7:30 pm\, on Zoom. “Join us Tuesday\, February 10 at 6:00 pm for Sustainable Tucson’s monthly Sustainability Spotlight program. The topic will be Transportation in Tucson. Details\, speakers\, and the Zoom link for the meeting will be on our website www.sustainabletucson.org\, and on our Facebook and Meetup pages. To be added to our newsletter e-list\, send yourname and email address to paula@sustainabletucson.org. \n\n\n\nTuesday\, February 10\, 6:00 pmhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81015337872?pwd=9pghZcqVfkOJGLcLaQrbLFiFG7FZAU.1\n\n\n\n“We are fast approaching a special election to decide on RTA Next.  People on all sides of the dual-proposition initiative have compelling points to make about our current transportation system in Tucson and Pima County.  The challenge is not so much about moving people faster\, it’s about reducing the distance people must travel.  Visionaries in and out of planning departments are reframing mobility around convenience\, safety\, and neighborhood-scale access rather than continued roadway expansion. Consider:  84% of all trips in the Metro area are by car; Tucson drivers log over 8 billion miles annually.  This is travel we cannot afford to maintain\, given that most city and county roads are in poor condition with a $2–3 billion repair backlog. Local plans (Move Tucson\, RTA 2045\, Pima County) share emerging themes: prioritize safety\, equity\, and multimodal options; design from the sidewalk inward; and recognize that widening roads cannot solve congestion.  All seem to agree that ultimately our financial constraints and the urgency of carbon drawdown require a shift from auto-dependence to greener forms of mobility. Join us for an animated discussion of how RTA Next might fit into\, and/or postpone\, the sustainable future of mobility in southern Arizona. Our panel will include Logan Havens\, board member of the Living Streets Alliance\, leaders in the Complete Streets Initiative passed by Mayor & Council in February 2019 and advisors to the City’s climate action plan.”\n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: Transportation in Tucson issue is about the upcoming RTA Next special election on March 10\, 2026. Tres English of ST has published an argument against Prop. 418 (and 419) in the Sample Ballot & Publicity Pamphlet (page 75) which has been mailed to voters in Pima County. This is timely\, as early ballots go out on Feb. 11.
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/transporation-in-tucson-to-be-discussed-at-sustainable-tucson-meeting/
LOCATION:Arizona
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260211T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260211T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150621
CREATED:20251110T043410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T150016Z
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SUMMARY:Environmental Day at AZ Capitol 2026
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Please join Sierra Club\, Chispa Arizona\, Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection\, AZ Asian American\, Native Hawaiian\, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Advocates\, Poder Latinx\, AZ Youth Climate Coalition\, Arizona Interfaith Power and Light\, Mi Familia en Acción\, Rural Arizona Engagement (RAZE)\, and many other groups for our annual lobby day at the Arizona Capitol. Meet with your legislators\, hear from great speakers\, and connect with others who are doing advocacy work both inside and outside the Arizona Legislature. RSVP so we have enough materials\, can put you in a team for legislative meetings\, and can plan for food. This year’s theme is “People Power for the Planet!” \n\n\n\nRegistration begins at 8:30 AM. The program will run from 9:30 AM – 11:45 AM. Meetings with legislators will be throughout the day. There will be informational tables and opportunities for action as well. Please check those out in the morning and during the lunch break. At 12:30 PM\, we will go inside the Legislature and sit in the galleries for introductions from the floor. \n\n\n\nWe will be holding some trainings and briefings prior to the day. Let us know if there is something in particular that you would like to learn. \n\n\n\nDon’t hesitate to reach out with questions. \n\n\n\nThank you! \n\n\n\nSignup Instructions: Sign up to get more information.” \n\n\n\nhttps://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?id=701Po00001HpjTvIAJ&formcampaignid=701Po000019vMfuIAE&data=4bbebe5e68e2f13fad8d3844f74508e662a07051ec591d6fa342a2876396ffa0691088d0423458d69b8a43984973e8e5 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEvent Organizers:Sandy Bahr   sandy.bahr@sierraclub.org
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/environmental-day-at-az-capitol-2026/
LOCATION:Arizona State Capitol\, 1700 W Washington St.\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85007\, United States
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SUMMARY:Stop I.C.E. Kidnappings and Murders
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nStop Ice Kidnappings & Murders!\n\n\n\nTHURSDAY FEB 12 \n\n\n\n4:00PM-6:00PM \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nCorner of La Cholla & Ina \n\n\n\nN La Cholla Blvd & W Ina Rd \n\n\n\nCasas Adobes\, AZ 85741 \n\n\n\nMap Links: \n\n\n\nOSMGoogleApple \n\n\n\nOrganizer: Indivisible Tucson Action Alliance \n\n\n\nOrganized by ITAA. The organizers will be at the NE corner. This is a peaceful protest and will follow all safety practices and protocols. \n\n\n\nPer the organizers: Ample parking on 3 of the 4 corners. Specifically: You can park on the NE corner in the large parking lot where the Albertsons and other stores are located OR you can park on the NW corner in the big parking lot where the Barnes and Noble & other businesses are located and there is parking on the SW corner around the Dollar Tree Store area.
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/stop-i-c-e-kidnappings-and-murders/
LOCATION:NW Tucson
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SUMMARY:Tre Rhodes for TUSD Governing Board launch party
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCampaign Kickoff at Crooked Tooth Brewing\n\n\n\nRegister at: https://www.mobilize.us/trerhodesfortusd/event/881142/ \n\n\n\n“Join us at Crooked Tooth Brewing for Tre’s official campaign kickoff! This is your chance to meet Tre\, hear his vision\, and be part of building an energetic\, community-driven campaign from day one. \n\n\n\nCome grab a drink\, connect with neighbors\, and learn how you can help make a difference in this election. \n\n\n\nSuggested donation: $10″\n\n\n\nRSVP here: https://www.mobilize.us/trerhodesfortusd/event/881142/ \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: Two TUSD Governing Board seats are up for re-election in 2026\, currently held by Democrat Jennifer Eckstrom and Independent Val Romero. Jennifer was Chief of State for District 2 Supervisor Ramon Valdez (D)\, and also served as Mayor of South Tucson. Romero (not related to Mayor Regina Romero) ran unsuccessfully for the Ward 6 Council seat and the District 5 Pima County Supervisor. \n\n\n\nTre has been endorsed by Democrats of Greater Tucson (DGT).  \n\n\n\nHis website: https://www.trefortusd.com/. \n\n\n\nAlso interested in running for a TUSD seat are political newcomer Lucas Verdugo and Pilar Ruiz. Ruiz previously ran for the TUSD Board in Nov. 2024. She came in 4th in a 4-way race for 3 seats.
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/tre-rhodes-for-tusd-governing-bd-launch-party/
LOCATION:Crooked Tooth Brewery\, 228 E. 6th St.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85705
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SUMMARY:Arizona Statehood Day celebration
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Join Clean Elections for a special evening at a pivotal moment in Arizona’s civic life. \n\n\n\nThis Thursday\, elected officials\, business and community leaders will gather at Scottsdale’s Museum of the West to celebrate Arizona’s statehood\, civic history and more. We will see you there! \n\n\n\nRSVP at: https://ow.ly/fLV950Yc2fi” \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: Sec. of State Adrian Fontes (D) is up for re-election in 2026 after serving one term. TJ Shope (R) is State Senator in LD 16\, elected Nov. 2022\, re-elected Nov 2024\, and up for re-election in Nov. 2026. Mayor Lisa Borowsky just started her term in Jan. 2025\, previously serving on the Scottsdale City Council (2008 to 2012).
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/arizona-statehood-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Scottsdale’s Museum of the West\, 3830 N. Marshall Way\, Scottsdale\, Arizona\, 85251
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