Political Calendar: Week of March 27, 2022

Send notices of your events to blogforarizona@gmail.com. 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.

Pima County Democratic Party Signature Slam Events on Saturdays, 11:00 a.m to 1:00 p.m., at PCDP Headquarters, 4639 E. 1st Street, Tucson. Did you know that every candidate running for office must turn in a number of signatures before the deadline to qualify for the ballot? This year, candidates are in a hurry to get their signatures turned in before April 4th. Come support our Democratic candidates every Saturday morning by stopping by to either sign their nomination petitions, or sign up to circulate them among your friends and neighbors. Sign Up Link. You can also sign petitions for a number of citizens initiatives. For those of you living in other counties, check with your local county Democratic Party for similar opportunities.

Political Calendar for the Week of March 27, 2022:

March is Women’s History Month.

Sunday, March 27, 9:00 a.m.: Cyclovia Tucson returns, Downtown – South Tucson bicycle route. “Join us for our reunion in-person event connecting downtown with the City of South Tucson along a five-mile loop of car-free streets.”

Sunday, March 27, 10:00 a.m.- 2:00p.m.: Arizona List – Pima County Signature Slam, at Fort Lowell Park, 2900 N. Cracycroft Road, by the pond. Stop by and sign candidate petitions for Democratic women running for office in Pima County. Email Claire@arizonalist.org with ny questions about the event.

Monday, March 28, Noon: Democrats of Greater Tucson ONLINE MEETING March 28:  Featured speaker is Victoria Steele, candidate for Pima County Justice of The Peace.  Register in advance for this zoom meeting. Meanwhile, you can also watch more than 130 Videos of Candidates and Speakers at Democrats of Greater Tucson.

Monday, March 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, March 28, 6:00 p.m.: [New Legislative District 20] 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, March 29, 11:30 a.m.: Peace Rally: Stand with Ukraine. The College of Humanities, together with RSSS department, will host a Peace Rally: Stand with Ukraine on Tuesday, March 29th, from 11:30 am-1:00 pm on the University of Arizona Mall.

Tuesday, March 29, 6:00 p.m.: Women in Organized Labor Webinar, with Dolores Huerta. This special virtual event will feature an interview of Dolores Huerta by Tucson Mayor Regina Romero, followed by remarks from Arizona AFL-CIO Executive Director Fred Yamashita, a virtual tour of the exhibition from María del Carmen Cossu, project director for Latino Initiatives for the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service, and a Q & A. Register in Advance Here.

Tuesday, March 29, 6:00 p.m.: The ADP continues to work with tribal communities. On March 29th @ 6:00 PM MST (Arizona time), please join us for this special Native Call as we discuss the importance of the upcoming election in 2022 and the impact of the Native vote. This virtual town hall is the perfect opportunity for everyone to hear from an inspiring Democratic Leader. This month’s special guest is our newly elected DNC Native American Coalitions Director Theresa Sheldon. Regoster in Advance.

Tuesday, March 29 – Sunday, April 3: Yuma County Fair.

Thursday, March 31: César Chávez Day.

Thursday, March 31, 6:00 p.m.: César Chávez Vigil. The Arizona César E. Chávez Holiday Coalition is hosting a vigil for our labor brothers and sisters lost in the Covid-19 pandemic, at Rudy Garcia Park, 5001 S. Nogales Hwy., Tucson.

Thursday, March 31, 6:30 p.m.: Salon With Data Analyst Sam Almy. The Independent Redistricting Commission created 14 safe Democratic legislative voting districts, including LD18, LD20 and LD21. However, the IRC created 16 safe Republican districts — including the bizarrely shaped LD19 and 17. He classifies the new LD16 in Casa Grande as a swing district.Our speaker Sam Almy, a Data Analyst with Uplift Campaigns, will describe what the new districts mean to Democrats and Republicans. Register in advance for this meeting.

Friday, April 1 – Sunday, April 3: 4th Avenue Spring Street Fair, Tucson.

Friday April 1 – Sunday, April 3: NCAA Women’s Basketball Final Four from the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Saturday April 2 – Monday April 4: NCAA Men’s Basketball Final Four from Caesar’s Superdome in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Saturday, April 2, 10:00 a.m.: [New Legislative District 21] 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, April 2, 11:00 a.m.: Greater Huachuca Area Democrats virtual meeting on Zoom. For more information please contact newghadc@yahoo.com.

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.: Drinking Liberally at 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 a thank you to our host, I hope everyone will order at least one drink (alcoholic or otherwise).

New LD 18 Meet & Greet

Sunday, April 3, 4:00 p.m: New LD 18 Meet & Greet, at Fort Lowell Park, 2900 N. Craycroft Road (NE corner of Craycroft and Glenn Street). Bring a lawn chair and finger foods to share. Beverages provided. LD 18 Democrats (formerly LD 9) will host a Meet and Greet event on Sunday, April 3, 4-5:30. We will meet in person at Ft. Lowell Park, ramada #2 for snacks, musical entertainment and an opportunity to meet new folks! Please plan to join us for a fun afternoon.

Monday, April 4, 5:00 p.m.: Close of Candidate Petition Filing Period for All Candidates.

Monday, April 4, 6:30 p.m.: Pima County Democratic Party executive committee meeting.

Wednesday, April 6 – Sunday, April 10: Maricopa County Fair.

PCDP First Wednesday Wine Tasting

Wednesday, April 6,  4:00 p.m.: Join us for our “First Wednesday Wine Tasting” to support your local Democratic Party and enjoy an exciting night of great wine, food and conversation! Our First Wednesday event in April will be April 6th from 5-7pm at Revel Wine Bar located at 416 E 9th St, Tucson. Our guest speaker will be CD6 candidate Kirsten Engel. Each month we will have a fresh spin, new speaker and new venue, so check back frequently to find out the latest info. Purchase Tickets or Makea Doation Here.

Thursday, April 7: Rescheduled Opening Day of MLB 2022 season (All 30 teams playing).

Friday, April 8 -Sunday, April 10: Tombstone’s Annual Rose Festival.

Saturday, April 9, 9:30 a.m.: Tanque Verde Valley Democrats meeting, at Risky Business, 8848 E. Tanque Verde Road.  Usually meet the second Saturday of each month. For more information visit our web site. Tanque Verde Valley Democratic Club.

Saturday, April 9, 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, April 9, 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, April 9, 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.

Saturday, April 9, 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).  For more information please see our Facebook page or greenvalleydemocrats.org.

Monday, April 11, 6:30 p.m.: [New Legislative District 23] 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, April 11, 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, April 11, 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, April 12, 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, April 12, 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, April 12, 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, April 13, 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, April 14, 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, April 14, 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, April 14, 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.

Friday, April 15: MLB Jackie Robinson Day (All 30 teams playing).

Friday, April 15: Passover begins.

Firday, April 15 – Sunday, April 17: U of A Spring Fling, Canceled. “We are currently working on creating the best and safest Spring Fling 2023!”

Saturday, April 16, 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.

Sunday, April 17: Easter Sunday.

Monday, April 18: Tax Day.

Monday, April 18, 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, April 19, 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.

DGT Drinking Democratically Happy Hour

Wednesday, April 20, 4:00 p.m.: DGT Drinking Democratically Happy Hour, at Brother John’s Beer, Bourbon & BBQ, 1801 N Stone Avenue, Tucson, in the outside Beer Garden.Their Social Hour menu includes drinks and food specials. You can view the menu at their website www.brotherjohnsbbq.com. Enjoy the camaraderie with fellow Democrats of Greater Tucson. It’s a wonderful opportunity to talk with and enjoy the company of fellow Democrats. Invite your friends! We will be outside in the Beer Garden for social distancing, so dress accordingly. COVID-19 precautions: We require all attendees to be vaccinated. Thank you.

Wednesday, April 20, 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, April 20, 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, April 20, 6:30 p.m.: [New Legislative District 17] 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, April 20, 6:30 p.m.: Copa City Democrats meeting, location varies. For more information please contact Constance Jackson at jcksconniejean@aol.com.

Thursday, April 21- Sunday, May 1: Pima County Fair.

Thursday, April 21, 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.

Friday, April 22: Earth Day.

Saturday, April 23: 100th Day of Legislative Session (they will not be done).

Saturday, April 23, 9:00 a.m.: Earth Day Festival 2022, at the Tucson Children’s Museum. For Earth Day 2022, Envision Tucson Sustainable Festival will partner with Children’s Museum Tucson for the annual Earth Day event. This will be held Saturday, April 23, from 9 am to 1 pm, spreading from the Children’s Museum campus across 6^th Avenue and extending through Armory Park. Give that big blue marble a hug and discover all the ways to help make your world a healthier, greener place to live. Learn about recycling and composting, the joy of gardening and the fun of getting out and enjoying nature. Or learn how to bring nature to your backyard with exhibits from local wildlife groups. There will be exhibitors and activities outside the Museum for all ages. Adults with children are welcome inside the courtyard and the Museum for more kid-centric activities. It’s free!

Saturday, April 23, 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, April 23, 2:00 p.m.: [New Legslative Districts 16 and 17]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, April 25, 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, April 25, 6:00 p.m.: [New Legislative Distirct 20] 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, April 26, 6:30 p.m.: [New Legislative District 18] 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.

Wednesday, April 27 – Sunday, May 1: Verde Valley Fair.

Wednesday, April 27, 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.

Thursday, April 28: Holocuast Remembrance Day.

Thursday, April 28, 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.

Thursday, April 28, 6:00 p.m.: Pima County Democratic Party Labor Caucus meeting, at Pima County Democratic Party HQ, 4639 E. 1st Street, Tucson.

Saturday, April 30, 3:00 p.m.: West End Fair/West Fest in Sierra Vista.

Sunday, May 8: Mother’s Day.

Saturday, May 21: Armed Forces Day.

Monday, May 30: Memorial Day.

Tuesday, June 14: Flag day.

Sunday, June 19: Father’s Day.

Sunday, June 19: Juneteenth aka Freedom Day and Emancipation Day, celebrates the abolition of slavery in the United States.

Monday July 4: Independence Day.

Tuesday, July 5: Voter registration deadline for primary election.

Wednesday, July 6: Early voting in primary election begins, mail-in ballots mailed.

Friday, July 22: Deadline to request a mail-in ballot for primary election.

Tuesday, August 2: Primary Election.