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Protest The Death of Due Process

by Carolyn Classen, blogger Death of Due Process — Friday, June 27 “Resist & Fight against human rights violations, supreme court defiance as we face a constitutional crisis. Meet us at the NW Corner of Congress St. and Granada, near 400 W. Congress! Date:Friday, June 27th Time:6 PM – 7:30 PM Location:NW corner of Congress … Read more

Support Downtown Tucson businesses – updated

UPDATE: 2nd round of 1000 gift cards go on sale April 10 at 6 am. Get them via website, www.downtowntucson.org. Help Tucson’s downtown. 1st set of 1000 gift cards sold out within 24 hours last week, raising $35,000. UPDATE 3/16/20: 3rd round of gift cards starts tomorrow at 6 a.m.  2nd round sold out within … Read more

Downtown Tucson’s Annual Parade of Lights & Festival – updated

“Carondelet Health Network and the Downtown Tucson Partnership are proud to welcome the community to celebrate the holiday season with the 24th Annual Parade of Lights & Festival! The Parade of Lights & Festival is Downtown Tucson’s premier holiday event that brings together the entirety of the local community from all walks of life to … Read more

Free Sun Link streetcar rides on Small Business Saturday on Nov. 24

FREE STREETCAR RIDES ON SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

Ride Sun Link to Shop Local and Watch the UA Football Game

“All Tucsonans and visitors are invited to ride the Sun Link Streetcar for free all day Saturday, November 24th for Small Business Saturday, beginning at 8 a.m.

Sponsors of the free Sun Link rides are Main Gate Square, Fourth Avenue Merchants Association, Downtown Tucson Partnership, Mercado District and the University of Arizona. All participating sponsors are kicking-off the holiday season to encourage Tucson to take part in Small Business Saturday, following Thanksgiving.

Holiday shoppers will find many local retailers and businesses offering promotions and great deals on items throughout the districts along the streetcar route, including:

  • Downtown Tucson shoppers can look for a GOLDEN TICKET inside a Downtown local business to redeem for a swag bag and a Downtown gift card valued between $20-$100! Plus, mention the password “SHOP SMALL” to a Downtown Purple Shirted Ambassador and receive a FREE gift item! Visit downtowntucson.org for more information.
  • 4th Avenue Merchants will have discounts and deals all along the Avenue. Look for specific deals on the 4th Avenue Merchants Facebook Event page and at fourthavenue.org.
  • Sales and deals for Main Gate Square retailers will be listed at maingatesquare.com and families can visit Santa from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Mercado District will have special discounts and sales at Mercado San Agustin and the MSA Annex retailers, including Turntable Furniture – 15% off anything on that day; Dust &Heritage – free reusable tote bags with purchases over $70; Now or Never – Free gift with purchase of $150 or more! While supplies last; Shop Fletcher and Co – Every purchase receives a complimentary “Everyday” greeting card featuring a cactus or air plant; Luca Ryann – 40% off of new apparel Saturday only; Why I Love Where I Live – “Small Business Saturday Selfie” – Post a picture of yourself with their Tucson wall. Show them the post at checkout and get a free sticker; and MAST – 15% off Jewelry, leather goods and lighting. Visit the Mercado District Facebook Event page for more information.

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New route for Downtown Tucson Parade of Lights

Take a look at the NEW route and NEW Festival location for the 23rd Annual Parade of Lights! “CARONDELET HEALTH NETWORK AND THE DOWNTOWN TUCSON PARTNERSHIP PRESENT THE 23RD ANNUAL PARADE OF LIGHTS AND FESTIVAL! JOIN US IN THIS TUCSON HOLIDAY TRADITION AS WE WELCOME A NEW ROUTE AND NEW LOCATION OF THE FESTIVAL IN … Read more