by Carolyn Classen, blogger “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 ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger October 26 @ 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm "Join LD18 Democrats at Amazing Discoveries for a special board game night featuring Democratic candidates up and down the ballot!" to RSVP: https://ld18dems.org/event/board-games-for-democracy-3 Register Here
by Carolyn Classen, blogger “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. You Must Reginster in Advance for this Event: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Zz0G2lPgT32j2TDY5hoI4w Nick Mansour is running for the Arizona State Treasurer. Prior to his candidacy, Nick ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Time Tuesday, October 28 5 – 7pm MST Location Kirk-Bear Canyon Library 8959 E Tanque Verde RdTucson, AZ 85749Map About this event “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 ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Are 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? ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger "¡SI SE PUEDE! Meet the indomitable Dolores Huerta, who led the fight for racial and labor justice! Sponsored by the UA Public History Collaborative In Partnership with Arizona Public Media and Los Descendientes De Tucson Oct. 30, 2025 – Doors Open at 6pm Tucson High Magnet School Auditorium 400 North Second ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger November 1 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am "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 ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger THE FIERCE URGENCY OF NOW! The 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 ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Time Saturday, November 1 11am – 12pm MST Location This event's address is private.Sign up for more details. About this event "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 ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger “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! Join 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. RSVP ... Read more
Location: Steinfeld Basement 101 W 6th St Tucson, AZ 85701 Map Links: OSMGoogleApple “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.”
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Location:The Historic Y Courtyard Description "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 ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Event has been postponed, so stay tuned for update per La Rosa owner David Slutes. "History as a Warning: Carl Bernstein on Watergate, Politics, and the 2025 Election Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Carl Bernstein reflects on the lessons of Watergate and the current state of American democracy in a timely conversation on ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Sunday, 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 RSVP: https://www.mobilize.us/azdems/event/863539/ Carolyn’s note: Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs was elected in Nov. 2022 ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger "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. You Must Register in Advance for this Event: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/bfXNUax0Q_meiwvMR7OLdQ Pima County ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger PBS 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. In ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Three City of Tucson Council races will be decided today (hopefully depending on counting of provsional ballots) for Ward 3, 5 and 6. Ward 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. Ward 5 ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Time Tuesday, November 4 7 – 9:30pm MST Location Hotel Congress 311 E Congress St #1811Tucson, AZ 85701Map About this event "Please join us at the Historic Hotel Congress to watch election results come in with our amazing city council candidates! Admission for the primary watch party is free, and you ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger "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! RSVP here: https://bit.ly/3LawfwL" Carolyn's note: I had the pleasure of working as a guest columnist under Michael Chihak when he was Publisher of the ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Tickets: https://cfsaz.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/list/event?event_date_id=2584 "An Unprecedented Year. An Unstoppable Community. This 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 ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Saturday Protest Outside Ciscomani’s Office November 8 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am "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 ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger You won't want to miss this one! “Join us for two building-block sessions focused on understanding and preparing for the risks associated with direct action organizing. Participants will gain historical and present-day context, learn to discern their own levels of risk, and explore strategies for building effective and impactful campaigns. Below is a breakdown ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Dr. Terry Leyba Ruiz,candidate for Superintendent of Public Instruction&Brian Matlock,candidate for Arizona Mine Inspector Saturday, November 8, 2025, 10:30-11:30amKirk-Bear Canyon Library(8959 E Tanque Verde Rd) “Our October program will feature Democratic candidates Dr. Terry Leyba Ruiz, candidate for Superintendent of Public Instruction, and Brian Matlock, candidate for Arizona Mine Inspector. The ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger "El Pueblo turns 50! Join us for community stories, art, music & more. Launch celebration Nov 8! Date and time Saturday, November 8 · 2 - 9pm MST Location El Pueblo Neighborhood Center101 West Irvington Road #Building 1 Tucson, AZ 85714Get directions Good to know Highlights About this event Community • ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger “Please join us for an hour with Suzanne Droubie, Pima County Assessor, who will be running for re-election in 2028, and will discuss the work being done in her office and her accomplishments in office thus far You Must Register in Advance for this Event https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/EfOt61jISQGBRUNFRV9PbQ Suzanne Droubie was elected as the ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger "The purpose of this organization is to organize, host and participate in the community event of the annual Tucson Veteran’s Day Parade;to raise funds to cover expenditures of hosting said event. Involving kids in celebrating Veterans Day is a wonderful wayto teach them about gratitude, empathy, and the importance ofhonoring those ... Read more
RSVP: scan the QR code below or click on this link https://secure.numero.ai/contribute/Veterans-Day-Fundraiser-with-Jo-Mendoza We need a veteran who is a Democrat in Congress in CD6. Invite a Veteran, pay their ticket as a small tribute for putting their lives on the line for us. It will be an uplifting evening for all of us in the Catalina ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Retrospectively Looking Forward:Building on 30 years of work in sustainability, codes, and the built environment Tuesday, November 11, 6:00-7:15 pmZoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88416165226?pwd=qc6U79XxwykraKecbh3Q9iBipTwlAm.1 "Join us for our November Sustainability Spotlight: David Eisenberg, a native Tucsonan, will share stories and insights from over three decades of building, including his involvement in strawbale and earthen building, the ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger https://aztownhall.org Tucson Community Town Hall on Building Arizona’s Workforce TUCSON, AZ (November2025) 一 "Arizona Town Hall is collaborating with a consortium of community partners for a community town hall on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at the YWCA of Southern Arizona, where community members will engage in discussions about the future of ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Event by League of Women Voters of Greater Tucson Pima Council On Aging Tickets bit.ly/4h2NSuh Public · Anyone on or off Facebook “Writing for Impact: Letters to the Editor, Contacting Elected Officials, Social Media, and Op-Eds $5 Registration FeeRSVP at: bit.ly/4h2NSuh Gain tools to advocate effectively for organizations and causes. Bring a pen and paper ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Time Thursday, November 13 6:30 – 7:30pm MST Location Virtual event Join from anywhere Hosted in AZ 85001 About this event "Ever asked yourself why Arizona politics is like this? Attend this training to learn more about Arizona's history and political roots. This will be a virtual training with lots of time ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Saturday Protest Outside Ciscomani’s Office November 15 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am "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 ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Democrats of Greater Tucson Happy HourDATE: November 19th, 2025TIME: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PMLOCATION: Brother John’s Beer Bourbon & BBQ, 1801 N Stone Ave, Tucson, AZ 85705 “Want to get involved in your local political scene? Spend time with a wonderful group of fellow Democrats? Enjoy some good food? Join us at Brother John’s Beer, ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger "UA College Dems is hosting a concert fundraiser on November 19 at Hotel Congress! Attached is a flyer with details of the event and links to buy tickets or donate are below. Below is a description of the importance of this event and why we are hosting this event. We would love it if you could ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23 AT 2:00PM General Admission: $12 | Loft Members: $10 - VIP Reception: $50 | Loft Members: $40 Passes Not Accepted GENERAL ADMISSION: $12 • LOFT MEMBERS: $10Includes Admission to Screening and Discussion Only VIP RECEPTION (1:00PM – 2:00PM) | GENERAL ADMISSION: $50 • LOFT MEMBERS: $40 Includes admission to screening, discussion and ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger "This award-winning, boundary-breaking play breathes new life into our Constitution and imagines how it will shape the next generation of Americans. Fifteen-year-old Heidi earned her college tuition by winning Constitutional debate competitions across the United States. In this hilarious, hopeful and achingly human new play, she resurrects her teenage self in order ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger ? SAVE THE DATE: AIDSWALK TUCSON 2025 IS HAPPENING! “We’re thrilled to announce that AIDSWALK Tucson 2025 will take place on Saturday, December 6th at Gene C. Reid Park! ? Held during the same week as World AIDS Day, this year’s walk carries a powerful sense of urgency and purpose. With ... Read more