• Early Arizona Politics and the Central Arizona Project

    by Carolyn Classen, blogger Tuesday, June 96:00-7:15 pm Zoom: <https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85177149862?pwd=5KWZOZvkblSoTU6JBmujVp98fOq4Jb.1> Decisions made long ago structure the contemporary debates among the Colorado Basin states today.  This presentation explores early politics internal to Arizona to explain some of our current situation. Despite benefiting from early federal investments in dam building and “reclamation,” between 1923 and 1944, business ... Read more

  • Sandra Day O’Connor’s Path from Az Senate to US Supreme Court

    by Carolyn Classen, blogger “An Unlikely Springboard: Sandra Day O’Connor’s Path from the Arizona Senate to the United States Supreme CourtLive Presentation via ZoomVirtual Screening RoomWednesday, Jun 10, 2026 12:00 PMArizona / Mountain Standard TimeJoin the Arizona Historical Society and Dr. Donna Schuele for an installment of Arizona Histories, American Stories series celebrating Arizona's role ... Read more

  • LD 17 & LD 20 State Senate and House candidates nonpartisan meet & greet

    Community Foundation for Southern AZ 5049 E. Broadway Blvd., Tucson, Arizona

    by Carolyn Classen, blogger “Tucson Spotlight and the Arizona Luminaria are hosting a free, nonpartisan meet and greet with state house and senate candidates from Legislative Districts 17 and 20 on June 10 in Tucson. RSVP required. The two newsrooms are co-hosting a nonpartisan state house and senate candidate meet and greet on Wednesday, June ... Read more

  • LD 17 Dem House candidates at TVVDC meeting

    Miller- Golf Links public library 9640 E. Golf Links Rd., Tucson, Arizona

    by Carolyn Classen, blogger LD17 House Candidates Kevin Volk & Holly Lyon Saturday, June 13, 2026, 10:30-11:30amMiller-Golf Links Library(9640 E. Golf Links Road) “Our June meeting will feature the Democratic candidates for Legislative District 17 House Kevin Volk and Holly Lyon. Pat WiedhopfChair, Tanque Verde Valley Democratic Club The Tanque Verde Valley Democratic Club presents speakers ... Read more

  • I.C.E. Out Community Assembly

    First Christian Church 740 E Speedway Blvd., Tucson, Arizona

    by Carolyn Classen, blogger Location: Location TBA- First Christian Church Organizer: Community Organized Every 2nd Saturday. Childcare and English/Spanish interpretation provided. Together, we can put an end to the cruelty of immigration enforcement. Bring your loved ones and your ideas, big or small. Everyone has something to offer. Gather to imagine, make plans, and take action.

  • Celebrate Juneteenth in Tempe

    Embassy Suites Tempe 4400 S. Rural Rd., Tempe, Arizona

    by Carolyn Classen, blogger “Join us as we commemorate Juneteenth, honoring the end of slavery in the United States and celebrating Black history, culture, and community. This year's event will feature performances, local historians, storytellers, and opportunities to learn and reflect on Arizona's Black history and its lasting impact. Sunday, June 14, 2026 | 10 a.m. - ... Read more