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THIS WEEK IN GREATER TUCSON
July 15, 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.
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National Day of Commemoration
and
Action Honoring John R Lewis
Wednesday, July 17
4 to 5 PM
Social with food from Ken's Hardwood Barbecue
5 to 6 PM
Program
Tucson Main Library
101 N. Stone
Tucson
No Cost
July 17 marks the 4th anniversary of the death of the late Congressman John Lewis. On that day, we will come together in events across the country to commemorate his death and, more importantly, his life work to secure voting rights for all people. There is no better way to honor him than continuing the fight to ensure that every eligible person is able to vote!
Sponsored by
League of Women Voters of Greater Tucson
League of Women Voters of Arizona
Tucson Branch NAACP
| | Be an Informed Voter
Watch video recordings of Candidate Debates
| | 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.
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These items are one-time opportunities and commitments:
- Voter Registration Tables for Naturalization Ceremonies: July 19, and 26 at 10-12 and 1:30-3:30
There are ongoing opportunities as well:
| To check them out and volunteer, follow these steps:
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.
| | 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.
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Gun Violence Prevention Meeting
Monday, July 15
1 PM
Zoom
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Communications Committee
Meeting
Monday, July 15
5 PM
For more information
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LWVAZ BootCamps
An opportunity to learn more in-depth information on important League topics and tools
Vote411: LWV Digital Voter Guide @ vote411.org
Monday, July 15
4:30 PM
League Funding
Monday, July 22
6 pm
Board Operations and Fiduciary Responsibility
Monday, July 29
6 PM
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Voter Service
Meeting
Wednesday, July 17
9 AM
LWVGT Conference Room
800 N Swan, Suite 126
Tucson
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DEI Committee
Planning for 2024-2025
Thursday, July 18
6 PM
via Zoom
| | | | Running & Winning Planning
Friday, July 19
10 AM
via Zoom
| | | | Gun Violence Prevention Meeting
Judge Kendrick Wilson
Monday, July 22
1 PM
Zoom
| | | | Issues and Eggs Committee Meeting
Friday, July 26
2:00 - 3:30 PM
LWVGT Office
800 N. Swan, Suite 126, Tucson
| | 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. Please note: we cannot accept clothing. 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.
Please spread the word and stay tuned for more details! | |