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SUMMARY:Richard Cook\, E.D. of Voter Choice AZ at DGT
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Please join us for a presentation and QA on alternative voting methods\, especially Ranked Choice Voting (RCV)\, for choosing our representatives in government with Mr. Richard Cook\, Executive Director of Voter Choice Arizona.\n\n\n\nYou Must Register in Advance for this Event:\n\n\n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Fko6msWoRm–tiWhHb_xyQ\n\n\n\nRichard Cook has been a Tucson resident since 1996 and is a founding member & executive leader of Voter Choice Arizona. \n\n\n\nRichard graduated from the University of Michigan and served as a submarine officer in the Navy. He has an advanced degree in Econometrics. After his military service he worked in technical communications\, business analysis\, and business operations\, doing software implementations and other projects. He retired from Aetna in 2018as Senior Director of Business Program Management. \n\n\n\nRichard has served on several non-profit boards in Arizona and has been a volunteer Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) since 2013\, working with foster children. Around town you might see him playing jazz trombone or dancing Argentine Tango.”
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/richard-cook-e-d-of-voter-choice-az-at-dgt/
LOCATION:Arizona
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251022T173000
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SUMMARY:Housing Justice Town hall
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nJoin us on Wednesday\, October 22\, 2025 \n\n\n\n“Too many Arizona families face unjust evictions and harmful housing practices. We are at a crossroads\, and the decisions we make now will determine whether our communities stay stable\, safe\, and intact.This panel includes voices from the courts\, the press\, community organizations\, public policy\, and those directly affected by the housing crisis. Together\, they will discuss the urgent need for reform and the legislative solutions that can help keep families in their homes.” \n\n\n\nhttps://www.eventcreate.com/e/housingjustice?fbclid=IwY2xjawNYv1JleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHthL6eaVEzjqfdPieyEvg7jMvnGLPkSkxPP5OMRndktejtwwBl0-njvhs9ET_aem_pFGZ9It-AeVNKLbp5VpfVQ
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/housing-justice-town-hall/
LOCATION:El Pueblo Neighborhood Center\, 101 W. Irvington Ave.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85714
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251022T180000
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SUMMARY:Fundraiser Town hall for 3 Dem Tucson City Council candidates
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Join us for our final fundraiser at the beautiful new @larosatucson inside the historic Benedictine Church! \n\n\n\nCome celebrate and support @mirandaforward6tucson\, @voteselinaforward5\, and @kevindahlfortucson as we head into the final stretch of the Tucson City Council elections. \n\n\n\nOctober 22 at 6pm800 N. Country Club Rd. \n\n\n\nRSVP: bit.ly/vota-la-rosa \n\n\n\nLet’s finish strong together!” \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: Kevin is the incumbent Councilman in Ward 3; the other 2 ward seats are open. Selina is running unopposed in Ward 5\, but Miranda has a Republican opponent\, as does Kevin.  Current Ward 5 Councilman Rocque Perez II and Ward 6 Councilwoman Karin Uhlich are both appointed place holders/not running for election. \n\n\n\nVote wisely or or before Nov. 4\, 2025.
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/fundraiser-for-3-dem-tucson-city-council-candidates/
LOCATION:La Rosa\, 800 N. Country Club Rd.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85716
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251023T160000
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SUMMARY:Voting Season: A Halloween Voter Engagement Party
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTime\n\n\n\nThursday\, October 23 \n\n\n\n4 – 7:30pm MST (sic\, flyer lists 7 p.m.) \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nMSA Annex \n\n\n\n267 South Avenida del ConventoTucson\, AZ 85745Map \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\n“It’s spooky season\, but it’s spookier not to vote! \n\n\n\nJoin La Bella Luna Boutique\, The Guy Who Dances on Congress and the Pima County Democratic Party for a Halloween celebration & voter mobilization effort.  \n\n\n\nThere will be vendors\, music\, games\, panel discussions\, food\, drinks\, a costume contest and more!” \n\n\n\nRSVP: https://www.mobilize.us/pimadems/event/856228/?emci=f1f0da13-28a6-f011-8e61-6045bded8ba4&emdi=e5ac4f6a-35a6-f011-8e61-6045bded8ba4&ceid=19724623 \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note:  The Guy Who Dances on Congress is apparently the son of incumbent Ward 3 Councilman Kevin Dahl and his wife Bam. Kevin is running for re-election in Ward 3 in the General Election on Nov. 3\, 2025\, and faces a Republican contender.
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/voting-season/
LOCATION:MSA Annex\, 267 S. Avenida del Convento\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85745\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251023T183000
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SUMMARY:Do you Want an ICE Facility in Marana?
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“The Management and Training Corp.\, a company that operates ICE facilities around the U.S.\, recently purchased a former prison in Marana for millions of dollars. It seems unlikely they’d spend that kind of money without a plan to build another ICE facility\, this time right in our backyard. \n\n\n\nCounty Supervisor Jen Allen is moderating a forum on Thursday\, Oct. 23 at 6:30 to inform Pima County residents of this possible ICE detention center and to discuss the implications for the community. \n\n\n\nPanelists include the ACLU of AZ\, Immigration and Refugee Rights Project and Just Communities AZ. \n\n\n\nPlease spread the word and come to the forum at the Marana Coyote Trails Elementary School (8000 N. Silverbell Rd.\, Marana 85743).“
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/do-you-want-an-ice-facility-in-marana/
LOCATION:Coyote Trails Elem. School\, 8000 N. Silverbell Rd.\, Marana\, Arizona\, 85743
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251024T170000
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SUMMARY:Inspiring Generations of Democratic Leaders
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n“Inspiring Generations of Democratic Leaders \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, October 24\, 2025\, from 5 pm to 7 pm\, at  \n\n\n\n►314 E Congress St.\, Tucson\, AZ 85701◄ \n\n\n\nJoin Democrats of Greater Tucson at the exclusive Don Martin-i Club to discover Inspiring Generations of Democratic Leaders\, and meet fellow Dems. \n\n\n\nFormer Mayor Jonathan Rothschild\, age 70\, will lead a discussion on how seniors can attract and mentor new Millennial and Gen Z voters – who are now 43% of the US population and 48.5% of voters. \n\n\n\nJonathan founded the Civic and Political Leadership Academy in 2019 to provide a nonpartisan\, intensive experience that empowers individuals to train students and young professionals to become effective civic leaders.  \n\n\n\nOur GenZ panelists are: \n\n\n\n► Rahel Hehn\, age 21\, President of the University of Arizona College Democrats. She is also the President of UA Aspiring Black Lawyers.” \n\n\n\n►Jake Martin\, age 21\, is the DGT Secretary and Deputy Administrator of the Pima County Treasurer. At age 19\, he founded the Survivor Shield Foundation\, which provides financial support for survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence. \n\n\n\n►Maria Parsons\, age 25\, is an at-large member of the DGT Board\, starting her second term. In 2024\, she worked as Regional Organizing Director at the Arizona Democratic Party. Maria is a former Corresponding Secretary for the Pima County Democratic Party. \n\n\n\n►Tre’ Davon Rhodes\, age 19\, is an at-large member of the DGT Board. Tre is a freshman at the University of Arizona\, an intern with Tucson Councilman Paul Cunningham and is an after-school teacher at La Paloma Academy’s central campus. Tre is also a member of the African American Democratic Caucus of Tucson. \n\n\n\n►Chris Cosico\, age 26\, is an at-large member of the DGT Board. He is the Campaign Manager for Rural Arizona Action. After serving as Director of Programs for the Arizona College Democrats\, Chris became the Regional Organizing Director for the Harris/Walz coordinated campaign in Tucson. \n\n\n\nRegister Now at https://secure.actblue.com/donate/inspiringdems
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/inspiring-generations-of-democratic-leaders/
LOCATION:Don Martin-i Club\, 314 E. Congress ST.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85701
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251025T090000
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SUMMARY:Protest at Juan Ciscomani’s office
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSATURDAY PROTEST OUTSIDE CISCOMANI’S OFFICE\n\n\n\nOctober 25 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am \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! See you there!” \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note:  CD 6 Congressman Juan Ciscomani was an aide to Republican Governor Doug Ducey before running for Congress.  He is in his 2nd term and defeated former LD 10 State Senator Democrat Kirsten Engel twice. He is up for re-election in 2026.
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/protest-at-juan-ciscomanis-office/
LOCATION:Congressman Juan Ciscomani’s office\, 1636 N. Swan Rd.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85712
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251025T130000
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SUMMARY:Tucson City Council Dem candidates forum
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Please come hear from your three democratic City Council candidates this Saturday at 1:00 PM! See you there. \n\n\n\nSign up: https://www.mobilize.us/pimadems/event/862806/“ \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: Ward 3 incumbent Kevin Dahl and Ward 6 candidate Miranda Schubert face Republican opponents in the General Election on Nov. 4\, 2026. Miranda ran for this seat in a 3 way race in the Dem primary of August 2021. Ward 5 candidate political newcomer Selina Barajas is running unopposed.  \n\n\n\nVote wisely on or before Nov. 4.  Early ballots went out on Oct. 8.
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/tucson-city-council-dem-candidates-forum/
LOCATION:IBEW Local 570\, 750 S. Tucson Blvd.\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85716\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pima County Democratic Party":MAILTO:info@pimadems.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251025T150000
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SUMMARY:"Trump's Big Murderous Mess Act's Impact on Arizona" with BFAZ founder Michael Bryan
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nHere’s your chance to hear from our Blog for Arizona’s “fearless leader” founder Michael Bryan in Green Valley.
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/trumps-big-murderous-mess-acts-impact-on-arizona-with-bfaz-founder-michael-bryan/
LOCATION:Continental Shopping Plaza\, 210 W. Continental Road\, Green Valley\, Arizona\, 85614
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251026T090000
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SUMMARY:Fall Tucson Cyclovia 2025
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Living Streets Alliance is thrilled to announce the Fall 2024 (sic) Cyclovia Tucson event which will take place on Sunday\, October 26\, 2025. The event will return to a favorite and frequent route\, once again connecting vibrant communities in Dunbar Spring\, Barrio Blue Moon\, Old Pascua\, and Bronx Park from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.\n\n\n\nDuring the 23rd Cyclovia Tucson event\, 3 miles of local streets will be temporarily transformed into living\, breathing\, thriving public space! Cyclovia Tucson is Arizona’s biggest block party\, filling the streets with 50\,000 people\, including local businesses\, food trucks\, activities\, and friendly faces. Dozens of nonprofit and service organizations\, performers\, and community partners will bring the route to life\, providing a fun\, car-free day for people from across the region to enjoy. People of all ages and abilities are welcome to walk\, bike\, skate\, roll\, play\, connect\, and learn during this free event. \n\n\n\nVisit the website for information: www.cycloviatucson.org”
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/fall-tucson-cyclovia-2025/
LOCATION:Arizona
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251026T173000
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SUMMARY:Board Games for Democracy
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOctober 26 @ 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm \n\n\n\n“Join LD18 Democrats at Amazing Discoveries for a special board game night featuring Democratic candidates up and down the ballot!“ \n\n\n\nto RSVP:  https://ld18dems.org/event/board-games-for-democracy-3 \n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/board-games-for-democracy-4/
LOCATION:Amazing Discoveries\, 238 S. Tucson Blvd.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85716
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251027T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251027T130000
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SUMMARY:Nick Mansour\, candidate for Az Treasurer at DGT
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Please join us for a discussion of Nick’s campaign for Arizona State Treasurer and the operations of the office of the Arizona Treasurer on October 27th at Noon on Zoom.\n\n\n\nYou Must Reginster in Advance for this Event:\n\n\n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Zz0G2lPgT32j2TDY5hoI4w\n\n\n\nNick Mansour is running for the Arizona State Treasurer. Prior to his candidacy\, Nick served as Chairman and CEO of the Arizona College of Nursing\, transforming the institution from a single campus into a national leader with 24 campuses across 14 states. \n\n\n\nRaised by a nurse and a doctor\, Nick learned early the value of hard work\, service to others\, and the power of education. Nick attended Salpointe Catholic High School\, and after earning degrees in Industrial Engineering and an MBA from Stanford University\, he built a career as an entrepreneur that has spanned finance\, life safety services\, and education\, all while having a positive community impact. \n\n\n\nNick and his wife\, Annemarie\, a preschool director\, have been married almost twenty-seven years and live in Phoenix. They have four adult children who keep Nick grounded.” \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: the Az Treasurer’s seat will be open in 2026\, as current Republican Treasurer Kimberly Yee has announced a challenge to Incumbent Republican Tom Horne for Az School Superintendent of Public Instruction. Elijah Norton\, former treasurer of the Arizona Republican Party and primary candidate for CD 1 in 2022 has announced for Treasurer. He got 33% in August 2022 against incumbent Congressman David Schweikert (43.57%).
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/nick-mansour-candidate-for-az-treasurer-at-dgt/
LOCATION:Arizona
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251028T170000
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SUMMARY:Issues forum on Public Education in Arizona
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime\n\n\n\nTuesday\, October 28 \n\n\n\n5 – 7pm MST \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nKirk-Bear Canyon Library \n\n\n\n8959 E Tanque Verde RdTucson\, AZ 85749Map \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\n“Join us and our expert panel to learn more about issues in Arizona public schools. Learn more about the impacts of funding reductions and vouchers on services provided to students. \n\n\n\nThe panel includes Arizona State Representatives\, Kevin Volk and Nancy Gutierrez plus Beth Lewis\, Executive Director for Save our Schools and Nicky Indicavitch\, Outreach Director for Save our Schools. \n\n\n\nWe will be collecting classroom supplies to support two schools in LD17 at this event. For a list of supplies visit: https://www.ld17azdemocrats.org/supplies-for-success” \n\n\n\nrsvp:https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/854108/
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/issues-forum-on-public-education-in-arizona/
LOCATION:Kirk- Bear Canyon public library\, 8959 E. Tanque Verde Rd.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85749
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251030T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251030T180000
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SUMMARY:Virtual town hall on Ranked Choice voting
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre you interested in learning more about ranked choice voting? Please join Arizona State Senator Priya Sundareshan and VCAZ Executive Director Kazz Fernandes this Thursday\, October 30th at 5:00 PM for this robust conversation! This is a free\, virtual event and there will be time for a Q&A. Sign up here >>> https://www.mobilize.us/pimadems/event/858245/ Have questions ahead of the event? Reach out to Madison: madison@pimadems.org || (520) 565-4419Hope to see you there\, —Pima County Democratic Party\n\n\n\nClick Here to RSVP
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/virtual-town-hall-on-ranked-choice-voting/
LOCATION:Arizona
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251030T180000
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SUMMARY:Free screening of "Dolores" film
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n“¡SI SE PUEDE! \n\n\n\nMeet the indomitable Dolores Huerta\, who led the fight for racial and labor justice! \n\n\n\nSponsored by the UA Public History Collaborative \n\n\n\nIn Partnership with Arizona Public Media and Los Descendientes De Tucson \n\n\n\nOct. 30\, 2025 – Doors Open at 6pm \n\n\n\nTucson High Magnet School Auditorium \n\n\n\n400 North Second Avenue\, Tucson\, AZ 85705 \n\n\n\nFREE to all members of our Comunidad \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease join us for a free screening of PBS’s award-winning Dolores (2017) documentary followed by a panel discussion featuring Tucson community leaders inspired by the incredible Dolores Huerta! \n\n\n\nWho is Dolores Huerta? One of the most important\, yet least known activists of our time\, Dolores Huerta was an equal partner in founding the first farm workers union with César Chávez. Tirelessly leading the fight for racial and labor justice\, Huerta evolved into one of the most defiant feminists of the 20th century — and she continues the fight to this day\, in her 90s. With unprecedented access to this intensely private mother of 11\, Peter Bratt’s film Dolores chronicles Huerta’s life from her childhood in Stockton\, California to her early years with the United Farm Workers\, from her work with the headline-making grape boycott launched in 1965 to her role in the feminist movement of the ’70s\, to her continued work as a fearless activist. \n\n\n\nDolores is an intimate and inspiring portrait of a passionate champion of the oppressed and an indomitable woman willing to accept the personal sacrifices involved in committing one’s life to social change. \n\n\n\nEvent Contact: \n\n\n\nDr. Carlos Francisco Parra\, Assistant Professor of History (cfparra@arizona.edu) \n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you! ¡Sí Se Puede!” \n\n\n\nRegister: https://events.trellis.arizona.edu/en/f44lNu67/dolores-celebrating-the-farmworker-and-mexican-american-freedom-movimientos-4a3UKgGtjX/overview
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/free-screening-of-dolores-film/
LOCATION:Tucson High School\, 400 N. 2nd Avenue\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85705
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DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251101T110000
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SUMMARY:Protest at Juan Ciscomani's office
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNovember 1 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am \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! See you there!” \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: CD 6 Congressman Juan Ciscomani was an aide to Republican Governor Doug Ducey before running for Congress. He is in his 2nd term and defeated former LD 10 State Senator Democrat Kirsten Engel twice. He is up for re-election in 2026.
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/protest-at-juan-ciscomanis-office-2/
LOCATION:Congressman Juan Ciscomani’s office\, 1636 N. Swan Rd.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85712
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SUMMARY:AZ Gov. Katie Hobbs' Arizona First Campaign Rally in Tucson
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime\n\n\n\nSaturday\, November 1 \n\n\n\n11am – 12pm MST \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nThis event’s address is private.Sign up for more details. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\n“Join Governor Katie Hobbs for a re-election rally with Senator Mark Kelly\, Congresswoman Gabby Giffords\, Congresswoman Adelita Grijalva\, and other special guests. Doors open at 10:30am and this event is free to attend. \n\n\n\nWHO: Gov. Katie Hobbs\, Former Rep. Gabby Giffords\, Rep-Elect Adelita Grijalva\, and Tohono O’odham Nation Chairman Verlon Jose. “ \n\n\n\nhttps://www.mobilize.us/azdems/event/863536/?referring_vol=4660086&rname=Alex&share_context=event_details&share_medium=copy_link&emci=b7bbda7e-39b1-f011-8e61-6045bded8ba4&emdi=d36c0bb1-42b1-f011-8e61-6045bded8ba4&ceid=19724623 \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs was elected in Nov. 2022 and is up for re-election in 2026. She served in the AZ House and Senate\, and was also AZ Sec. of State in 2019 to 2023.
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/az-gov-katie-hobbs-first-campaign-rally-in-tucson/
LOCATION:El Rio Neighborhood Center\, 1390 W. Speedway Blvd.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85745
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SUMMARY:NAACP Tucson 2025 Freedom Fund Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nTHE FIERCE URGENCY OF NOW! \n\n\n\nThe NAACP Tucson Branch is thrilled to invite you to the 2025 Freedom Fund Luncheon\, a long-standing community event celebrating civil rights\, strength and growth\, and the ongoing fight for justice.  In the spirit of our theme\, The Fierce Urgency of Now\, we celebrate advances toward our mission and fundraise to continue initiatives and programs that uplift and empower our community.  The proceeds from this impactful fundraiser are used to support our initiatives in the fight for freedom and justice\, support the Black Excellence Scholarship\, strengthen advocacy efforts\, and pursue advancement of policies that protect our civil rights\, and community engagement. \n\n\n\n2025 HONOREES: \n\n\n\nBlack Excellence Scholarship Awardee: Elizabeth Ghartey – University of Arizona student \n\n\n\nBlack Excellence Scholarship Awardee: Felista Nabintu – University of Arizona student \n\n\n\nLegacy Award: Anthony L. Young\, Esq. – Executive Director of Southern Arizona Legal Aid\, Inc. \n\n\n\nTrailblazer Award: Trehon and Carmishun Coleman – Founders of A Better Community (ABC) \n\n\n\nEmerging Leader Award: Jody – Inspiration for the establishment of African American Museum of Southern Arizona \n\n\n\nPresident’s Award: Frank and Murryelle Bothwell – Community and cultural champions throughout Tucson \n\n\n\nKEYNOTE SPEAKER: \n\n\n\nLurie Daniel Favors – renowned racial justice attorney\, activist\, speaker\, and author. She currently serves as Executive Director at the Center for Law and Social Justice at Medgar Evers College. A lifelong advocate for Black communities\, her voice resonates on national platforms\, including her show\, The Lurie Daniel Favors Show. \n\n\n\nDo not wait! – GET YOUR TICKET TODAY! \n\n\n\n🗓️ Date: Saturday\, November 1\, 2025🕛 Time: 11:00am📍 Location: Casino Del Sol (5655 W. Valencia Road\, Tucson\, AZ) \n\n\n\n🎟️ Reserve Your Seat Now: HERE
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/naacp-tucson-2025-freedom-fund-luncheon/
LOCATION:Casino del Sol\, 5655 West Valencia Road Tucson\, AZ 85757
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251101T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251101T150000
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CREATED:20251029T050057Z
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SUMMARY:Steve K’s Meet & Greet with Dem Tucson City Council candidates
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Still deciding who (sic) to vote for in the Tucson City Council race? Here’s your chance to meet the Democratic nominees one last time before Election Day! \n\n\n\nJoin us Saturday\, November 1st\, from 1-3 PM at @corbettstucson for a meet-and-greet hosted by @stevekward6\, who will also be performing live music. \n\n\n\nRSVP at bit.ly/nov1meet-greet”(sic). See correct link below. \n\n\n\nhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffiguPxm3QA_67JYMZ5JKlEa5g_hKSguu1mh_PXiyAzoBG0g/viewform \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: Steve Kozachik aka “Steve K” served as Ward 6 Councilman from Dec. 2009 to March 2024. He resigned to work for Pima County\, where he is now Director of Pima Animal Care Center.  \n\n\n\nDemocrats running for Tucson City Council in Ward 3: one term incumbent Kevin Dahl\, in Ward 5 political newcomer Selina Barajas\, in Ward 6 Miranda Schubert who challengeed Steve K in the 3 way Dem primary of August 2021. Dahl & Schubert have Republican opponents\, Barajas is running unopposed\, will be first Latina to serve in the Ward 5 Council seat\, following long term Councilmen Steve Leal and Richard Fimbres. \n\n\n\nVote wisely on or before Nov. 4\, 2025.
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/steve-ks-meet-greet-with-dem-city-council-candidates/
LOCATION:Corbett’s\, 340 N. 6th Avenue\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85701
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251101T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251101T200000
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SUMMARY:Out of the Shadows resistance art show
DESCRIPTION:Location: \n\n\n\nSteinfeld Basement \n\n\n\n101 W 6th St \n\n\n\nTucson\, AZ 85701 \n\n\n\nMap Links: \n\n\n\nOSMGoogleApple \n\n\n\n“Resistance themed\, mixed-media art show featuring work by artist Diane Delp to benefit the Florence Immigrant & Refugee Rights Project. All art will be for sale\, priced from $20-$180\, with 100% of the sales going to the Florence Project.”
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/out-of-the-shadows-resistance-art-show/
LOCATION:Steinfeld Warehouse\, 101 W. 6th St.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85701
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SUMMARY:"Climate Solutions Beyond Capitalism" talk with author Tina Landis
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nClimate Solutions Beyond Capitalism Book Event with Author Tina LandisSat\, Nov 1\, 2025 5:00pm – 8:00pm | US/Mountain\n\n\n\nLocation:The Historic Y Courtyard \n\n\n\nDescription \n\n\n\n“Despite unprecedented extreme weather\, droughts\, floods and fires increasing each year\, we see little to no action from capitalist leaders that match the urgency of the crisis. Actions must be taken immediately to end fossil fuel use\, restore ecosystems\, and transform our relationship with the planet to ensure humanity’s future. We collectively have the tools to reverse the crisis in one generation if we act now\, but capitalism — the very system that created the crisis — stands in the way of the transformations needed.”Contact: June WilliamsEmail:endofthemonth@proton.mePhone: 928-830-8804 \n\n\n\nLocation DetailsThe Historic Y Courtyard300 E University BlvdTucson AZ 85705 US
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/climate-solutions-beyond-capitalism-talk-with-author-tina-landis/
LOCATION:Historic Y\, 738 N. 5th Avenue\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85705
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251102T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251102T153000
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SUMMARY:Journalist Carl Bernstein on Watergate\, Politics & 2025 Election (postponed)
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nEvent has been postponed\, so stay tuned for update per La Rosa owner David Slutes. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“History as a Warning: Carl Bernstein on Watergate\, Politics\, and the 2025 Election \n\n\n\nPulitzer Prize-winning journalist Carl Bernstein reflects on the lessons of Watergate and the current state of American democracy in a timely conversation on journalism\, power\, and the stakes of the 2025 election. \n\n\n\nSunday\, November 2nd \n\n\n\nAll ages welcomed \n\n\n\nThis is a seated event \n\n\n\nDoors open at 1pmTalk starts at 2pm \n\n\n\n*A limited number of VIP tickets are available for a pre-show reception with Carl Bernstein. \n\n\n\nCarl BernsteinPulitzer Prize-winning Journalist | Bestselling Author | Political Analyst \n\n\n\nFew journalists have had the impact on history and their craft as Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative reporter Carl Bernstein. From uncovering the Watergate scandal with Bob Woodward to writing about national and international affairs for half a century\, Bernstein’s books\, reporting\, and commentary have revealed the hidden workings of government and politics around the world. \n\n\n\nBernstein’s important on-air reporting and commentary on Donald Trump for CNN has been widely recognized for continuing the kind of work he and Bob Woodward pioneered during the Nixon presidency. \n\n\n\nIn 1973\, Woodward and Bernstein were awarded the Pulitzer Prize for their Watergate coverage at the Washington Post\, leading to the resignation of President Richard Nixon and setting new standards for investigative journalism. The pair went on to write two classic best-sellers: All the President’s Men (also a movie starring Robert Redford and Dustin Hoffman); and The Final Days\, chronicling the end of the Nixon presidency. \n\n\n\nBernstein’s recently released book\, Chasing History: A Kid in the Newsroom\, became an instant New York Times bestseller\, receiving extraordinary attention and praise in reviews throughout the United States and Europe. In it\, Bernstein recounts his earliest days in journalism at the Washington Evening Star newspaper\, where he began his career during the Kennedy era as a 16-year- old copyboy. The roots of his Watergate reporting can be seen in this remarkable apprenticeship as a teenage reporter in the nation’s capital. \n\n\n\nBernstein’s other best-selling books demonstrate his unique range as a journalist: Loyalties: A Son’s Memoir\, about his family’s experiences in the McCarthy era; His Holiness: Pope John Paul II and The History of Our Time – a biography of Pope John Paul II – that revealed the Pope’s pivotal role in the fall of communism; and A Woman in Charge: The Life of Hillary Rodham Clinton\, acclaimed as the definitive biography on the subject. \n\n\n\nHis magazine articles have appeared in TIME\, USA Today\, Rolling Stone and New Republic. From 1999-2001\, Bernstein served as editor and executive vice president of Voter.com\, a pioneering website that Forbes named the best political site on the internet. He has worked as Washington bureau chief and correspondent for ABC News; and\, while at the Washington Post\, was also a part-time rock critic.” \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: General admission tickets start at $46\, with VIP reception at $240. Tucson Sentinel political reporter Jim Nintzel will do the interview. Buy tickets here:https://wl.eventim.us/event/carl-bernstein/653798?afflky=LaRosaTucson
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/journalist-carl-bernstein-on-watergate-politics-2025-election/
LOCATION:La Rosa\, 800 N. Country Club Rd.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85716
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SUMMARY:Az Gov. Katie Hobbs’ Arizona First campaign rally in Phoenix
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSunday\, November 2 – PhoenixWHAT: Arizona First Rally in PhoenixWHO: Gov. Katie Hobbs\, House Democratic Leader Oscar De Los Santos\, Maricopa Supervisor Steve Gallardo\, and Tempe Mayor Corey WoodsWHEN: Sunday\, November 2 at 4:00pmWHERE: UA Local 4693109 N 24th StreetPhoenix\, AZ 85016 \n\n\n\nRSVP: https://www.mobilize.us/azdems/event/863539/ \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs was elected in Nov. 2022 and is up for re-election in 2026. She served in the AZ House and Senate\, and was also AZ Sec. of State in 2019 to 2023.
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/az-gov-katie-hobbs-arizona-first-campaign-rally-in-phoenix/
LOCATION:UA Local 469 Plumbers\, Pipefitters\, & HVAC Techs\, 3109 N. 24th St.\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85016
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SUMMARY:District 1 Pima County Supervisor Chair Rex Scott at DGT
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Please join us for an update from Pima County by Chair and Pima Supervisor District 1\, Rex Scott on Nov. 3 at noon via Zoom. We will be discussing recent County business\, including a detailed discussion of the Project Blue data center proposal.\n\n\n\nYou Must Register in Advance for this Event:\n\n\n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/bfXNUax0Q_meiwvMR7OLdQ\n\n\n\nPima County Supervisor Rex Scott was first elected to represent District One in 2020 and was re-elected in 2024. He has been married to a fellow career educator since 1994 and they are the parents of adult twins. For most of those years\, the family has lived in District One and the twins are graduates of Mountain View High School in the Marana Unified School District. \n\n\n\nSupervisor Scott grew up in Athens\, Ohio and earned two bachelor’s degrees from Ohio University\, which is in Athens. In 1987\, at the age of 24\, he became the first Ohio University student elected to serve on Athens City Council. He was re-elected in 1989\, chaired the Finance Committee in his second term and joined with two of his colleagues to start the city’s curbside recycling program. \n\n\n\nIn 1991\, Supervisor Scott moved to Pima County to take a position teaching social studies at Flowing Wells Junior High School\, one of three schools in District One that he served during his career as a public-school educator. In 2000\, Supervisor Scott began his 19-year career as an administrator working in both middle and high schools. During that time\, he was an assistant principal at Ironwood Ridge High School and the principal at Tortolita Middle School\, both District One schools. \n\n\n\nIn his free time\, Supervisor Scott enjoys spending time with family and friends\, hiking in our beautiful deserts and mountains\, running on The Loop or in Sabino Canyon and reading. He is a longtime fan of the Cincinnati Reds and Miami Dolphins\, which helps him to practice patience! The book that has influenced his values and beliefs more than any other is Man’s Search For Meaning by Viktor Frankl.” \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: Supervisor Rex (D) is in his 2nd term on the Pima County Bd. of Supervisors\, and is a supporter of the controversial Project Blue data center building\, along with fellow Supervisors Matt Heinz (D) and Steve Christy (R). The Tucson City Council (all D) voted unanimously to reject an earlier proposal of Project Blue.
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/d-1-pima-county-supervisor-chair-rex-scott-at-dgt-salon/
LOCATION:Arizona
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SUMMARY:Can We Talk Across Divides? virtual town hall
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPBS Books invites you to a Virtual Town Hall Author Talk with acclaimed journalists Nolan Finley and Stephen Henderson to explore their new release\, The Civility Book. Once adversarial editorial voices on opposite sides of the political spectrum\, these authors have now joined forces to share an inspiring message: civil conversation is not only possible\, it’s essential. \n\n\n\nIn this live\, interactive event hosted by Heather-Marie Montilla\, Nolan and Stephen will talk about the personal journey that led to this collaboration\, the real-world challenges they’ve faced\, and the everyday ways their Four Pillars of Civility can help families\, friends\, and communities stay connected despite differences. \n\n\n\nViewers will have the chance to submit their own questions during the conversation\, making this more than just an author talk—it’s a town hall for anyone who’s ever wondered how we can disagree without tearing each other down. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://bookshop.org/widgets/book/book_featured/113350/9780814352182?full_info=true \n\n\n\nHost\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHeather-Marie Montilla\n\n\n\nHeather-Marie Montilla\, a dynamic integrative leader\, is an educator and nonprofit manager. She has worked in the nonprofit sector and libraries for over two decades\, making a positive impact in arts\, cultural\, educational\, and community-building arenas. \n\n\n\nHaving joined the PBS Books team as their Library Bureau Chief in Fall 2018\, Montilla is now the National Director of PBS Books and has interviewed more than 150 writers. In addition\, she is a faculty member at Michigan State University and Eastern Michigan University for their Arts and Cultural/Entertainment Management Programs. Having been an Executive Director for 8 years\, Heather has a wide range of experience in management\, finance\, strategic planning\, marketing\, and fundraising. Heather holds a MPA From Columbia University\, a MLIS from Wayne State University\, and a bachelor’s from Duke University. She lives in Chicagoland\, and is married with four children\, a dog\, and a bird. \n\n\n\nGuests\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStephen Henderson\n\n\n\nJournalist\n\n\n\nStephen Henderson is an American journalist and winner of the 2014 Pulitzer Prize for Commentary and the 2014 National Association of Black Journalists Journalist of the Year Award—both received while writing for the Detroit Free Press. A native of Detroit\, Henderson is a graduate of the University of Detroit Jesuit High School and the University of Michigan. Since 2015\, he has been the host of Detroit Today on WDET\, and in 2020\, he founded BridgeDetroit\, where he serves as executive editor. Henderson is cohost of One Detroit and host of American Black Journal on Detroit Public Television. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNolan Finley\n\n\n\nAuthor & Journalist\n\n\n\nNolan Finley has held many positions at the Detroit News since the start of his career there as a copy boy\, including city editor\, business editor\, politics editor\, and deputy managing editor. In 2000\, he was named editorial page editor\, where he directs the expression of the newspaper’s editorial position on various national and local issues and writes a column in the Sunday newspaper. He graduated from Schoolcraft College and Wayne State University\, and in 2012\, he was inducted into the Michigan Journalism Hall of Fame. Finley was also a cohost of One Detroit on Detroit Public Television.” \n\n\n\n\nCan We Talk Across Divides? Nolan Finley & Stephen Henderson on The Civility Book | Author Talk & Town Hall
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/can-we-talk-across-divides/
LOCATION:Arizona
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SUMMARY:General Election - City of Tucson
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\nThree City of Tucson Council races will be decided today (hopefully depending on counting of provsional ballots) for Ward 3\, 5 and 6. \n\n\n\nWard 3 is represented by 1 term Democrat Kevin Dahl\, who faced a primary challenger (in the August 5 Dem primary) and now a Republican challenger. \n\n\n\nWard 5 was represented by Democrat Richard Fimbres\, who retired on May 1\, 2025 after being elected to 4 terms. A replacement Council member Rocque Perez II was appointed by the current Tucson City Council on May 6\, 2025.  3 Dem candidates faced off in the Primary. No L or R is running in this ward race. \n\n\n\nWard 6 is represented by appointed Democrat/former Ward 3 Councilwoman Karin Uhlich\, who is serving out the remainder of Steve Kozachik’s term. He left the Council to work for Pima County in March\, 2024. 3 Dems were in a primary race\, and 1 Republican are seeking this seat. \n\n\n\nCity of Tucson Elections primary candidate listing for 2025: https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Clerks/Elections/Candidates. General election candidates were determined by the August 5\, 2025 primaries (D and R). \n\n\n\nCouncil candidates running in the General Election: https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Clerks/Elections/Candidates \n\n\n\nWard 3- incumbent Kevin Dahl (D) vs. Republican Janet Wittenbraker.  \n\n\n\nWard 5- Selina Barajas (D)\, unopposed  \n\n\n\nWard 6- Melinda Schubert (D) vs. Republican Jay Tolkoff \n\n\n\nProp 417\, Plan Tucson is also on the ballot: https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Planning-Development-Services/PDSD-News/Request-a-Presentation-on-Plan-Tucson-Proposition-417-for-Your-Organization. “This 10-year update builds upon more than a decade of progress since the 2013 planning efforts and reflects the community’s evolved vision for a more vibrant\, sustainable\, and inclusive Tucson.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlso on the ballot is the TUSD bond override\, called Prop. 414. Listen to TUSD Governing Bd. Clerk Dr. Ravi Shah explain Prop. 414 at www.thedgt.org. Info on Prop 414:http://pima-county-schools.s3.amazonaws.com/downloads/49/rb251309_tucson_usd_pub_11-25_print.pdf \n\n\n\nVote wisely on or before November 4\, 2025. Early ballots go out on October 8\, 2025.
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/general-election-city-of-tucson/
LOCATION:Arizona
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SUMMARY:PCDP Election Night watch party
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime\n\n\n\nTuesday\, November 4 \n\n\n\n7 – 9:30pm MST \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nHotel Congress \n\n\n\n311 E Congress St #1811Tucson\, AZ 85701Map \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\n“Please join us at the Historic Hotel Congress to watch election results come in with our amazing city council candidates! \n\n\n\nAdmission for the primary watch party is free\, and you can RSVP for the VIP reception here (6 p.m.): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/ccelectionnight25 \n\n\n\nThere will be a security presence. You must have a clear bag and RSVP is required\, with no exceptions \n\n\n\nWith Guest Speakers:  \n\n\n\nAZ Dems Chair Charlene Fernandez \n\n\n\nPima County Attorney Laura Conover \n\n\n\nTucson CouncilMember Lane Santa Cruz (Ward 1) \n\n\n\nTucson CouncilMember Paul Cunningham (Ward 2) \n\n\n\nCongresswoman-Elect Adelita Grijalva (CD 7)” \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: Democrats running in this Tucson City Council general election: incumbent Kevin Dahl in Ward 3\, Selina Barajas in Ward 5\, Miranda Schubert in Ward 6. Kevin and Miranda face Republican opponents\, Selina is running unopposed.
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/pcdp-election-night-watch-party/
LOCATION:Hotel Congress\, 311 E. Congress St.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85701
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SUMMARY:UA Journalism Alumni panel: Finding Career Paths
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n“Join us on Nov. 6 for a Homecoming week panel discussion with School of Journalism alumni as they share tips for applying journalism skills in various fields! \n\n\n\nRSVP here: https://bit.ly/3LawfwL“ \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: I had the pleasure of working as a guest columnist under Michael Chihak when he was Publisher of the Tucson Citizen newspaper\, back in 2008. Then I went with Editor Mark Evans to www.tucsoncitizen.com\, then came here to Blog for Arizona. Chihak was a terrific editor and truly believes in civil rights.
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/ua-journalism-alumni-panel-finding-career-paths/
LOCATION:Marshall Building\, 845 N. Park Avenue\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85719
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SUMMARY:Queer for Good
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets: https://cfsaz.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/list/event?event_date_id=2584 \n\n\n\n“An Unprecedented Year. An Unstoppable Community.\n\n\n\nThis year has been unprecedented in so many ways\, from the challenges we’ve faced to the strength we’ve found in each other. Queer for Good is our chance to come together\, uplift one another\, and celebrate the resilience and joy of Southern Arizona’s LGBTQ+ community. \n\n\n\nWith awards\, music\, dancing\, and stories that inspire\, this unforgettable evening supports local nonprofits working for equity and human rights. \n\n\n\nTogether\, we’ll honor: \n\n\n\n\nDaniel Trujillo Upstart Change-Maker Award – Celebrating emerging leaders pushing boundaries and sparking progress\n\n\n\nSylvia Mulka Legacy Change-Maker Award – Recognizing those whose lifelong commitment has laid the groundwork for today’s movement\n\n\n\nDoug Noffsinger Solidarity Award – Uplifting individuals or organizations who have shown unwavering allyship and unity\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’ve been part of this work for decades or are just finding your voice\, Queer for Good is your space to connect\, reflect\, and be inspired. \n\n\n\nLet’s stand together louder\, prouder\, and more united than ever.”
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/queer-for-good-2/
LOCATION:Museum of Contemporary Art\, 275 S. Church Ave.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85701
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SUMMARY:Protest at Juan Ciscomani's office
DESCRIPTION:by Carolyn Classen\, blogger \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday Protest Outside Ciscomani’s Office\n\n\n\nNovember 8 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am \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! See you there!” \n\n\n\nCarolyn’s note: CD 6 Congressman Juan Ciscomani was an aide to Republican Governor Doug Ducey before running for Congress. He is in his 2nd term and defeated former LD 10 State Senator Democrat Kirsten Engel twice. He is up for re-election in 2026.
URL:https://blogforarizona.net/event/protest-at-juan-ciscomanis-office-3/
LOCATION:Congressman Juan Ciscomani’s office\, 1636 N. Swan Rd.\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85712
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