by Carolyn Classen, blogger "Juneteenth is the oldest celebration of the ending of slavery in the United States. It specifically celebrates the state of Texas announcing the abolishment of slavery in 1865, two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued in 1863. But Juneteenth offers a time to come together and celebrate the rich cultural ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger June10 6:00 PMCD7 - DemocraticCandidates:Adelita GrijalvaDaniel HernandezDeja FoxxJose "Malvido" Malvido Jr.Patrick Harris Sr. https://www.azcleanelections.gov/debate-information (click on link to see who will be participating) Special Primary Election set for July 15, 2025 in CD 7. Vote wisely on or before then. This is the open seat vacated by the death on March ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger NO KINGS MOTOR MARCH No Kings National Event Day: June 14, 2025 “The Motor March convoy will take place simultaneously with the military parade in Washington, D.C., creating a powerful, unified demonstration of resistance with our own People’s Parade. The Route Feel free to join or leave the Motor March anywhere ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Tucson Juneteenth Festival Committee "Juneteenth Celebration represents a very important milestone in American History. When our nation finally and truly became the land of the free. June 19, 1865." https://tucsonjune19.org/?fbclid=IwY2xjawJzEU9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHohNAvknn7uIFDnBdXMFwMpL8_Ajt55V-vezPWz3x5DEyT8WmumPk9t5pcJ-_aem_XjlEi9w8bTm1jqyaTgIphA
by Carolyn Classen, blogger "Celebrate JuneteenthJoin us Saturday, June 21, 2025 from 10 am - 4 pm at the Arizona Heritage Center Tempe for a powerful Juneteenth celebration featuring performances, storytelling, readings, and an afternoon genealogy workshop. Commemorate the day freedom was realized for many and reflect on what it means today."
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Saturday, June 21: The League of Women Voters hosts a forum for candidates running in the Ward 3 Democratic primary for Tucson City Council. Incumbent Kevin Dahl is facing TUSD Governing Board member Sadie Shaw. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Flowing Wells Library, 1730 W. Flowing Wells Road.
