Political Calendar: Week of June 13, 2021

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Editor’s Note: Due to the covid-19 coronavirus pandemic and CDC recommendations for social distancing, events are being cancelled or postponed to later dates. We are doing our best to update the calendar, but you should check with event organizers prior to attending any event to confirm the status. Some organizations are now holding virtual meetings online.

Political Calendar for the Week of June 13, 2021:

Monday, June 14: Flag Day.

Monday, June 14, Noon: Democrats of Greater Tucson ONLINE MEETING June 14: The featured speaker is Paul Cunningham, Tucson City Council Member Ward 2. Register in advance for this zoom meeting. Meanwhile, you can also watch more than 40 Videos of Candidates and Speakers at Democrats of Greater Tucson.

Monday, June 14, 6:30 p.m.: Legislative District 4 meeting, at Total Wine & More, 1416 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. Meet the second Monday of each month. For more information please visit our Facebook page or at www.ld4dems.org.

Monday, June 14, 6:30 p.m.: Democrats of Oro Valley meeting, at the Oro Valley Public Library, 1305 W. Naranja Drive, Oro valley. Meet the second Monday of each month. Arrive at 6:15 to socialize a little before the 6:30 pm meeting. For more information see our Facebook page or demsov.org.

Monday, June 14, 7:00 p.m.: Democrats of the Highlands at Dove Mountain meeting, in the Dove Mountain Clubhouse Catalina Room II, 4949 W. Heritage Club Blvd., Marana. For more information see our Facebook page.

Tuesday, June 15, 11:00 a.m.: Democratic Women of Southeastern Arizona meeting, at Manda Le Bar & Grill, 3455 Canyon De Flores, Sierra Vista, Meet the third Tuesday of each month. The cost of the luncheon is $15.00. For more information please contact Pat Smith at pandw111167@aol.com. Visit our web page. Democratic Women of Southeastern Arizona.

Tuesday, June 15, 6:00 p.m.: Ward 6 Budget Town Hall (Virtual), hosted by Tucson Council Member Steve Kozachik, Ward 6, The meeting will be held virtually. Here’s the link for that https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0tfu-rpjkvHNYI95W5mxPKRlNNYL_0jvte. We’ll have people from our budget office doing a short presentation, followed by some time set aside for you to ask them questions, and to offer your input. This link can be used to get some background on what we’re closing in on considering for this fiscal year.   Budget information and links to Budget Engagement Tool in English and Spanish. We’re scheduled to vote on final adoption of the budget at our June 22nd meeting.

Wednesday, June 16, 11:00 a.m.: Democratic Women of the Prescott Area luncheon, at the Centennial Center, 1989 Clubhouse Drive, Prescott (on the Antelope Hills golf course). Luncheon reservations are required. A buffet luncheon will be provided. Cost is $17 for members and $20 for nonmembers.Reserve your spot on Actblue, Email DWPA@DWPAAZ.ORG, or call Jan at (626) 340-7060.RSVPs and credit card payment may be made through Act Blue by clicking on the link above, or at the door for those on the RSVP list by Credit Card, Check (made payable to DWPA), or with Cash. Note: Cancellations for reservations must be received 24 hours in advance! Attendees will be billed if they cancel  on the day of the event.

Wednesday, June 16, 6:00 p.m.: Democratic Club of Northern Gila County meeting, at the Payson Public Library, 328 N. McLane Road, Payson. Meet the third Wednesday of the month. For more information please contact paysondems@gmail.com or call (928) 468-9669.

Wednesday, June 16, 6:30 p.m.: Democracy for America – Maricopa County (DFA-MC) monthly meeting is the third Wednesday of every month, and the new location is Rosita’s Place, 2310 E. McDowell Road, Phoenix. For more information see our Facebook page.

Wednesday, June 16, 6:30 p.m.: Legislative District 10 meeting, at the Unitarian Universalist Church, Goddard Hall, 4831 E 22nd Street, Tucson. There is a social time for all members and guests, beginning at 6 p.m. Online: us02web.zoom.us. Special Guest is Arizona Democratic Party Chair Raquel Terán, who will join us to address ADP’s strategy for the Dems taking control of the State Legislature in 2022. We’ll have time for some questions. Meet the third Wednesday of each month. For more information see our web site or contact Rebecca Crow at rebeccaacrow@gmail.com.

Wednesday, June 16, 6:30 p.m.: Copa City Democrats meeting, location varies. For more information please contact Constance Jackson at jcksconniejean@aol.com.

Thursday, June 17, 7:00 pm.: Arizona List Panel Discussion on Reproductive Rights (virtual). Panel: Rep. Melody Hernandez (LD 26), Eloisa Lopez (executive director of ProChoice Arizona), Kristin Ford (NARAL national/state comms director), and Dr. DeShawn Taylor (abortion provider). Free to Arizona List members, $25 for non-members. Register in Advance or RSVP to claire@arizonalist.org for the login information.

Thursday, June 17, 8:00 a.m.: Democrats of the Red Rocks breakfast, at Old Sedona Family Restaurant Bar & Grill, 1405 W. Hwy. 89A, Sedona. Meet the third Thursday of each month. Admission is $15, includes buffet breakfast and gratuity. Doors open at 8:00 a.m. Please RSVP to (928) 274-6541.

Juneteenth

Saturday, June 19: Juneteenth aka Freedom Day, Jubilee Day, Liberation Day, and Emancipation Day – is a holiday celebrating the emancipation of those who had been enslaved in the United States. Hawaii is poised to become the 49th state to recognize Juneteenth. Hawaii close to honoring Juneteenth, leaving 1 state holdout. If Hawaii’s governor signs the bill, South Dakota would be the only remaining state that doesn’t recognize the day as either a state holiday or a day of observance. In February, both Senate and House lawmakers re-introduced the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act.
* The Tucson Juneteenth Festival is teaming up with Pima Community College for a virtual celebration of Black culture, history, dance, song and fun. 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. See: youtube.com/PCCTV STREAM. Followed by a vendor and food truck event at Dunbar Pavilion, 325 W. 2nd Street, Tucson, from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Saturday, June 19, 10:00 a.m.: Pima County Democratic Party African-American Caucus meeting, at Grace Temple Baptist Church, 1020 E. 31st Street, Tucson. Meet the third Saturday of each month. The caucus is not exclusively for African-Americans, all are welcome to join. For more information please contact Connie DeLarge at cdelarge@dmyl.com or (520) 241-8408.

Special Announcements:

Green Valley Democrats Current Events Discussion Group

Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m.:  Green Valley Democrats fka Democratic Club of the Santa Rita Area meets on Zoom at 10:00 – 11:30. To join the Discussion Group please send your name to  santaritadems@gmail.com. Join us at the weekly meeting of the Democratic Headquarters Current Events Discussion Group. We’ll talk about some of the major events of the previous week, including but not limited to political topics, and try and go behind the news for a deeper understanding. For more information, please contact Jean Vickers jean.vickers@cox.net.

Drinking Liberally

Third Wednesday of each month, 6:00 p.m.: (On COVID hiatus) Drinking Liberally returns to The Shanty, 401 E. 9th Street, Tucson. We need to know by the morning of each meeting approximately how many folks will attend. Please RSVP to tucson@drinkingliberally.org. Informal but thoughtful conversation. As a reminder, The Shanty does not serve food (yes, there is popcorn), so please feel free to bring your own or order in, all allowed at The Shanty. There is no obligation to order anything–but as athank you to our host, I hope everyone will order at least one drink (alcoholic or otherwise).

Sunday, June 20: Father’s Day.

Monday, June 21, 6:00 p.m.: Northern Pinal County Democrats meeting, at Mountain View Lutheran Church, 2122 S. Goldfield Road, Apache Junction. Meet the third Monday of each month. For more information please contact David Coward at dbcoward@gmail.com.

Tuesday, June 22, 6:30 p.m.: Legislative District 9 meeting, at the Water of Life Metropolitan Community Church, 3269 N. Mountain Avenue, Tucson. Click here to register in advance for this meeting:
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Special Guest is Constitutional law expert and author, attorney Robert McWhiter, on “Dropping the Musket to Reach the Ballot: A Brief History of Voting Rights.” Meet the fourth Tuesday of each month. For more information please contact Margaret Voge at margaret.voge@gmail.com.

Arizona List Annual Film Event: Cinema Under The Stars

Wednesday, June 23, 7:30 p.m.: Arizona List Annual Film Event: Cinema Under The Stars, at Mercado Annex Festival Grounds, 267 S. Avenida del Convento, Tucson, featuring the 2019 comedy/drama Saint Frances. Live event with good social distancing! Our special guest speaker will be speaking about the destructive abortion bill just signed by Gov. Dug Ducey. Arizona abortion rights are under attack. Women cannot take for granted their reproductive rights. Support Arizona List candidates who are fighting for reproductive rights. All proceeds directly help pro-choice Democratic women. Individual ticket $10, Friend level $50 (one free beverage), Sponsor level $100 (bring a friend, get 2 free beverages). Register in advance.

Thursday, June 24, 6:00 p.m.: Pima County Democratic Party Labor Caucus meeting, at Pima County Democratic Party HQ, 4639 E. 1st Street, Tucson.

Thursday, June 24, 6:00 p.m.: Casa Grande Democrats meeting, at Bedillon’s Restaurant (Adobe Room), 800 N. Park Avenue, Casa Grande. Meet the fourth Thursday of each month. For more information please contact Jack Guthrie at democratsofcasagrande@gmail.com and Like Us on Facebook.

Saturday, June 26, 10:00 a.m.: Northern Cochise County Democratic Club meeting. Meeting locations rotate between Benson and Wilcox. For more information please contact Kathy Suagee at soprano_58@hotmail.com. Visit our web page Northern Cochise County Democrats.

Saturday, June 26, 2:00 p.m.: Legislative District 11 meeting, at the Wheeler, Taft, Abbett Library, 7800 N. Schisler Drive, Tucson. Meet the fourth Saturday of each month. For more information please contact Steve Witthoeft at sdwitt77@gmail.com.

Monday, June 28, 5:30 p.m.: Marana Democrats meeting, at the Continental Ranch Community Center, 8881 N. Coachline Blvd., Tucson. For more information please RSVP to MARANADEMOCRATS@gmail.com, or see our Facebook page.

Monday, June 28, 6:00 p.m.: Legislative District 3 meeting, at the Pima County Housing Center, 801 W. Congress Street. Meet the fourth Monday of each month. For more information please contact Eva Dong at ecdong1@gmail.com.

Tuesday, June 29, 4:00 p.m.: Drinking Democratically Happy Hour with DGT at Augustin Kitchen, in the historic Mercado San Agustin, just west of Downtown off of Congress Street. Augustin Kitchen has given us free use of their banquet room off the patio. It will be a self-serve cash bar, and we will get our drinks and food from the bar. (If you would like to make reservations for dinner after the Drinking Democratically event, please contact Agustin Kitchen at 520-398-5382. Click here for the menu.) To RSVP click on REGISTER to be added to the guest list. You do not have to print tickets.

Saturday, Jul 3, 10:00 a.m.: Legislative District 2 meeting. In person meetings on hold for now. They will be conducted remotely at the regular time. Please contact us at legdist2dems@gmail.com for info.

Saturday, June 5, 11:00 a.m.: Greater Huachuca Area Democrats virtual meeting on Zoom.For more information please contact newghadc@yahoo.com.

Sunday, July 4: Independence Day: America’s 245th birthday.

Monday, July 5, 6:30 p.m.: Pima County Democratic Party executive committee meeting.

Thursday, July 8, 5:30 p.m.: Pima County Democratic Party Nucleus Club meeting, at the DoubleTree – Reid Park Hotel, 445 S. Alvernon Way, Tucson. Meet the second Thursday of each month. Non-members will be asked to make a contribution of $20 at the door or in advance. For more information, contact Nucleus Club at Pima County Democratic Headquarters (520) 326-3716.

Thursday, July 8, 5:30 p.m.: Pima County Democratic Party Disability Caucus meeting, at Direct Center, 1001 N. Alvernon Way, Tucson. Monthly meeting of the Disability Caucus. Open to the public. For more information please contact Contact Carol Brown (520) 325-9874.

Thursday, July 8, 5:30 p.m.: Yavapai County Democratic Party meeting, at the Prescott Adult Center, 1280 E. Rosser Road, Prescott. $10.00 donation, $5.00 if you bring a dish to share. Meet the second Thursday of each month. Please RSVP to (928)541-0413 or email us at info@yavdem.org.

Saturday, July 10, 9:30 a.m.: Tanque Verde Valley Democrats meeting, at Risky Business, 8848 E. Tanque Verde Road.  Special Guests are AZ Superintendent of Public Instruction Kathy Hoffman, and Tucson Mayor Regina Romero. Usually meet the second Saturday of each month. For more information visit our web site. Tanque Verde Valley Democratic Club.

Saturday, July 10, 10:00 a.m.: Mule Mountain Democrats meeting, at the Community Y, 26 Howell Avenue, Old Bisbee. For more information please contact John Viverto at vivertos@aol.com or visit our web page Mule Mountain Democrats.

Saturday, July 10, 10:00 a.m.: Coconino County Democratic Party meeting, at Coconino County Democratic Party HQ, 201 E. Birch Avenue, Suite #6, Flagstaff. Meet the second Saturday of each month. For more information please call (928) 214-0393 or email Kevin Ordean at Kordean@ccdem.org.

Saturday, July 10, 3:00 p.m.: Green Valley Democrats fka Democratic Club of the Santa Rita Area meeting at the DCSRA Headquarters, Continental Shopping Plaza, 240 W. Continental Road (exit 63), Green Valley (Room 203 meeting room).  Register to join via Zoom (will activate 10 minutes before meeting). Featured speaker is Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos and County Attorney Laura Conover. For more information please see our Facebook page or greenvalleydemocrats.org.

Saturday, July 10, 1:00 p.m.: Sun City Democrats of Oro Valley meeting, in the Navajo Room of the Activity Center, 1495 Rancho Vistoso Blvd., Sun City. Meet the second Saturday of each month. For more information lease contact Maureen Salz mosalz@outlook.com.

Monday, July 12, 6:30 p.m.: Legislative District 4 meeting, at Total Wine & More, 1416 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. Meet the second Monday of each month. For more information please visit our Facebook page or at www.ld4dems.org.

Monday, July 12, 6:30 p.m.: Democrats of Oro Valley meeting, at the Oro Valley Public Library, 1305 W. Naranja Drive, Oro valley. Meet the second Monday of each month. Arrive at 6:15 to socialize a little before the 6:30 pm meeting. For more information see our Facebook page or demsov.org.

Monday, July 12, 7:00 p.m.: Democrats of the Highlands at Dove Mountain meeting, in the Dove Mountain Clubhouse Catalina Room II, 4949 W. Heritage Club Blvd., Marana. For more information see our Facebook page.

Tuesday, July 13, Noon: Democrats of Rim Country meeting, at Tiny’s Family Restaurant, 600 Arizona Hwy. 260, Payson, AZ. Meet the second Tuesday of each month. For more information please contact paysondems@gmail.com or call (928) 468-9669.

Tuesday, July 13, 3:30 p.m.: Saddlebrooke Democrats meeting, at SaddleBrooke Activities Center, 64518 E. Galveston Lane (Saddlebrooke). Meet the second Tuesday of each month. For more information please contact Steve Groth at (520) 385-6686 or check our web site. SaddleBrookeDemocrats.org.

Tuesday, July 13, 5:00 p.m.: Democrats of the Picture Rocks meeting, via zoom. Meet the second Tuesday of each month. Contact us by email at dems4prandav@gmail.com for more information.

Wednesday, July 14, 7:00 p.m.: Graham County Democratic Party meeting, at La Paloma Restaurant,  5183 Clifton Street, Solomon. Meet the second Wednesday of each month. For more information please contact us at grahamcountydemocraticparty@gmail.com or visit our Facebook Page.

Thursday, July 15, 8:00 a.m.: Democrats of the Red Rocks breakfast, at Old Sedona Family Restaurant Bar & Grill, 1405 W. Hwy. 89A, Sedona. Meet the third Thursday of each month. Admission is $15, includes buffet breakfast and gratuity. Doors open at 8:00 a.m. Please RSVP to (928) 274-6541.

Saturday, July 17, 10:00 a.m.: Pima County Democratic Party African-American Caucus meeting, at Grace Temple Baptist Church, 1020 E. 31st Street, Tucson. Meet the third Saturday of each month. The caucus is not exclusively for African-Americans, all are welcome to join. For more information please contact Connie DeLarge at cdelarge@dmyl.com or (520) 241-8408.

Saturday, July 17, 7:00 p.m.: Save the date! Pima County Democratic Party Climate Action Now (CAN) VIP Event. We are thrilled to welcome, as our Guest speaker: renowned climatologist and geophysicist, Michael Mann. His new book: “The New Climate War” is out now. Facebook Page.

Monday, July 19, 6:00 p.m.: Northern Pinal County Democrats meeting, at Mountain View Lutheran Church, 2122 S. Goldfield Road, Apache Junction. Meet the third Monday of each month. For more information please contact David Coward at dbcoward@gmail.com.

Tuesday, July 20, 11:00 a.m.: Democratic Women of Southeastern Arizona meeting, at Manda Le Bar & Grill, 3455 Canyon De Flores, Sierra Vista, Meet the third Tuesday of each month. The cost of the luncheon is $15.00. For more information please contact Pat Smith at pandw111167@aol.com. Visit our web page. Democratic Women of Southeastern Arizona.

Wednesday, July 21, 11:00 a.m.: Democratic Women of the Prescott Area luncheon, at the Centennial Center, 1989 Clubhouse Drive, Prescott (on the Antelope Hills golf course). Luncheon reservations are required. A buffet luncheon will be provided. Cost is $17 for members and $20 for nonmembers.Reserve your spot on Actblue, Email DWPA@DWPAAZ.ORG, or call Jan at (626) 340-7060.RSVPs and credit card payment may be made through Act Blue by clicking on the link above, or at the door for those on the RSVP list by Credit Card, Check (made payable to DWPA), or with Cash. Note: Cancellations for reservations must be received 24 hours in advance! Attendees will be billed if they cancel  on the day of the event.

Wednesday, July 21, 6:00 p.m.: Democratic Club of Northern Gila County meeting, at the Payson Public Library, 328 N. McLane Road, Payson. Meet the third Wednesday of the month. For more information please contact paysondems@gmail.com or call (928) 468-9669.

Wednesday, July 21, 6:30 p.m.: Democracy for America – Maricopa County (DFA-MC) monthly meeting is the third Wednesday of every month, and the new location is Rosita’s Place, 2310 E. McDowell Road, Phoenix. For more information see our Facebook page.

Wednesday, July 21, 6:30 p.m.: Legislative District 10 meeting, at the Unitarian Universalist Church, Goddard Hall, 4831 E 22nd Street, Tucson.There is a social time for all members and guests, beginning at 6 p.m. Meet the third Wednesday of each month. For more information see our web site or contact Rebecca Crow at rebeccaacrow@gmail.com.

Wednesday, July 21, 6:30 p.m.: Copa City Democrats meeting, location varies. For more information please contact Constance Jackson at jcksconniejean@aol.com.

Thursday, July 22, 6:00 p.m.: Pima County Democratic Party Labor Caucus meeting, at Pima County Democratic Party HQ, 4639 E. 1st Street, Tucson.

Thursday, July 22, 6:00 p.m.: Casa Grande Democrats meeting, at Bedillon’s Restaurant (Adobe Room), 800 N. Park Avenue, Casa Grande. Meet the fourth Thursday of each month. For more information please contact Jack Guthrie at democratsofcasagrande@gmail.com and Like Us on Facebook.

Friday, July 23:  The Tokyo Summer Olympics Opening Ceremony.

Saturday, July 24, 10:00 a.m.: Northern Cochise County Democratic Club meeting. Meeting locations rotate between Benson and Wilcox. For more information please contact Kathy Suagee at soprano_58@hotmail.com. Visit our web page Northern Cochise County Democrats.

Saturday, July 24, 2:00 p.m.: Legislative District 11 meeting, at the Wheeler, Taft, Abbett Library, 7800 N. Schisler Drive, Tucson. Meet the fourth Saturday of each month. For more information please contact Steve Witthoeft at sdwitt77@gmail.com.

Monday, July 26, 5:30 p.m.: Marana Democrats meeting, at the Continental Ranch Community Center, 8881 N. Coachline Blvd., Tucson. For more information please RSVP to MARANADEMOCRATS@gmail.com, or see our Facebook page.

Monday, July 26, 6:00 p.m.: Legislative District 3 meeting, at the Pima County Housing Center, 801 W. Congress Street. Meet the fourth Monday of each month. For more information please contact Eva Dong at ecdong1@gmail.com.

Tuesday, July 27, 6:30 p.m.: Legislative District 9 meeting, at the Water of Life Metropolitan Community Church, 3269 N. Mountain Avenue, Tucson. Meet the fourth Tuesday of each month. For more information please contact Margaret Voge at margaret.voge@gmail.com.

Tuesday, August 3: Tucson City Council Primary Election.

Sunday, August 8: The Tokyo Summer Olympics Closing Ceremony.

Friday, August 20: Tucson’s 246th Birthday Celebration. This event often includes birthday cake, musical performances, and other family-friendly activities. Check back later for more information.

Sunday, August 22, 2:00 p.m.: A Comedy Toast of David Fitzsimmons, at the El Casino Ballroom, 437 E. 26th Street, South Tucson. Fundraiser for Dr. V Project, https://www.facebook.com/MariachiTucsonAZ/, fundraising to honor Dr. Alfredo Valenzuela with a bronze statue and scholarships in his name. Food available for purchase on site. $12 through Freshtix, $15 at the door. Zoom performance available ($25 link TBD).

Thursday, August 26: Women’s Equality Day.

Friday, September 3 – Monday, September 6: Coconino County Fair, at Fort Tuthill County Park, 2446 Fort Tuthill Loop, Flagstaff.

Saturday, September 4 – Monday, September 6: Sonoita Labor Day Rodeo, at the Sonoita Fairgrounds, 3142 AZ-83, Sonoita.

Monday September 6: Labor Day.

Saturday, September 11: Patriots Day.

Friday, September 17:  Constitution/Citizenship Day.