Black Trauma

Grace Temple Missionary Baptist Church 1013 E. 31st St., Tucson, Arizona

by Carolyn Classen, blogger Carolyn' note: Not a surprising topic for Black History Month considering the legacy of cotton plantation slavery for Black American families, the institutional racism over the decades, and the alleged police brutality directed towards Blacks in America, to this day. A white college professor friend of mine has two Black adopted ... Read more

Valentine’s Day Sustainability Tour

Price Service Center 4004 S. Park Avenue, Tucson, Arizona

by Carolyn Classen, blogger Contact:Alyssa TarpleyEnvironmental ServicesPublic Information SpecialistAlyssa.Tarpley@tucsonaz.gov(520) 710-7262  Date:Feb. 5, 2024TDD:791-2639  "TOUR THE LOS REALES SUSTAINABILITY CAMPUS & RECYCLING FACILITYWhere is away? On schedule, your trash and recycling is collected and taken “away.” Here is your opportunity to learn what happens next. On Valentines Day, Friday, Feb. 14, 2025, the City of Tucson Environmental ... Read more

Arizona celebrate 113 years of Statehood

Arizona State Capitol 1700 W Washington St., Phoenix, AZ, United States

by Carolyn Classen, blogger "The Arizona Secretary of State's Office warmly invites the public and media partners to celebrate Arizona's 113th anniversary of statehood on February 14. Tailored for people of all ages, this special event will take place at the State Historic Capitol Rotunda.“Arizona's journey as a state is a story of resilience, diversity, and ... Read more

PCDP “Yes on 414” Press Conference

Historic Pima County Courthouse 115 N. Church Ave., Tucson, Arizona

by Carolyn Classen, blogger "Friends & Democrats,  Please join PCDP at a Press Conference for the Yes on Prop 414 campaign. Hear about the importance of Proposition 414 from local elected leaders and show your support for a safe & vibrant city! The conference will be held in front of the fountain at the Courthouse." ... Read more

Santa Cruz Watershed Day of Connection Biodiversity Fiesta

Las Milpitas Community Farm 2405 S. Cottonwood Lane, Tucson, Arizon

by Carolyn Classen, blogger "Santa Cruz Watershed Day of Connection Biodiversity FiestaCelebrate Save Our Saguaros Month by joining Tucson Clean & Beautiful for a large-scale clean-up and river restoration event at the beautiful Santa Cruz River Park. This Day of Connection will focus on healing, fun, and community engagement to protect and restore one of ... Read more

Chinese Lunar New Year celebration

Tucson Chinese Cultural Center 1288 W. River Rd., Tucson, Arizona

by Carolyn Classen, blogger Lunar New Year Celebration: Year of the Snake https://www.tucsonchinese.org/calendar/tccc-lunar-new-year-celebration-year-of-the-snake