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Date: 7/8/2024
Subject: Copy of This Week in Greater Tucson - July 8, 2024
From: League of Women Voters of Greater Tucson


The League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan political organization, encourages the informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy.
 
THIS WEEK IN GREATER TUCSON
July 8, 2024
 
 What is This Week in Greater Tucson?  This Week in Greater Tucson (TWGT) will arrive in your inbox on most Monday mornings providing a quick overview of what is happening in the LWVGT in the coming week, the links for more information, and the links to the virtual meetings.  It will also provide information on events that may be of interest happening within the State of AZ and LWVUS.  
 
 If you have content you wish to share with This Week in Greater Tucson, please complete the TWGT Form . To access the site, first you must log in as a member. Please note: the deadline for submissions is Noon the Saturday before Monday's email.
 
During the summer TWGT will be published on Mondays July 22, August 5, and August 19.
 
Note: To access links in the This Week in Greater Tucson, members first must log onto the           lwvtucson.org website.  
 
Be an Informed Voter
 
Watch video recordings of Candidate Debates
 
Poll-Worker
Would You Like To Be A Poll-Worker?
A Worthwhile Way to Spend a Day!

Interested in becoming a poll-worker for the upcoming July 30 Primary or the November 5 General Election?  These are full- day shifts, and you will be paid for your time.  If interested, please go to the Pima County Elections website.
 
LWVGT is an all volunteer organization.  
Come meet new members, greet old friends, 
and work together to strengthen our democracy!
Volunteer opportunities are now open for several upcoming events.

These items are one time opportunities and commitments:
  • Voter Registration Tables for Naturalization Ceremonies: July 12, 19, and 26 at 10-12 and 1:30-3:30
There are ongoing opportunities as well:
  • Library Liaisons
 
To check it out and volunteer do the following:
1. Login to the website 
2. Find 'Get Involved' on the menu 
3. Click on 'Volunteer' 
For more information on volunteering for one of the events on the right side of the page, click on 'Volunteering.' 
To view specific dates and times for each opportunity, click on the 'View More' arrow on the left side. 
If you have any questions, please email web@lwvtucson.com
The LWVGT Office 
is closed for the summer. 
 
The office will reopen, Tuesday, September 3.
If members wish to use the office
for meetings or other activities during the summer,
please schedule on the Events Calendar.
 

THIS WEEK IN LWVGT
 
Gun Violence Prevention Meeting
With Victoria Steele
Monday, July 8 
1 PM
Zoom
Membership Committee
Meeting
Monday, July 8
5 PM
Zoom
For more information
 
LWVGT Board Meeting 
Thursday, July 11
6 PM
Zoom
For more information 
National Day of Racial Healing 2024
2025 National Day of Racial Healing
Planning Meeting
Saturday, July 13
11 AM
LWVGT Office
800 N. Swan, Suite 126, Tucson
For more information email dei@lwvtucson.com
 
Communications Committee
Meeting
Monday, July 15
5 PM
For more information
Communications
john lewis
John R. Lewis Voting Rights Amendment Act: 
Local Leaders Will Discuss the Act and Why It's Critical to Get It Passed
Wednesday, July 17
4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
John R. Lewis Voting Rights
For more information and Meeting Location please email 
 
We look forward to seeing you there!
TO PLAN AHEAD
LWVGT
Issues_Eggs
Issues and Eggs Committee Meeting
Friday, July 26
2:00 - 3:30 PM
LWVGT Office
800 N. Swan, Suite 126, Tucson
For more information issuesandeggs@lwvtucson.com
SWAP MEET SOCIAL COMING IN SEPTEMBER
A WIN-WIN FOR EVERYONE!
Members only
Sunday, September 15
1 to 4 PM

How can you declutter your home and do something wonderful for other people at the same time? By sorting through your possessions and bringing your items to the LWVGT Swap Meet! Your household items will help others create a home of their own.  Examples of items might include dishes, books, luggage, small appliances, and cooking utensils. (Clothing will not be accepted.) The event will be held at the LWVGT Office, and any member can take home items.  
 
The Membership and Youth Committees will recruit college students to participate and become members for only $10.
More details later - if you would like to help plan this event email membership@lwvtucson.com
 
Please spread the word and stay tuned for more details.
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