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 22, 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, 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
| | 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: Friday, July 26 and August 9 at 10-12 and 1:30-3:30
- Voter Registration Table for Ironwood Ridge High School: Wednesday, July 24, 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
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.
Please remember to lock and firmly close the door!
Pull on the door to be certain it is locked!
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Gun Violence Prevention Meeting
Judge Kendrik Wilson
Public Event
Monday, July 22
12:30-2:00 PM
Zoom
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Gun Safety PositionTeam
Tuesday, July 23
1:30 - 3:00 PM
Zoom
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Issues & Eggs Committee
Friday, July 26
2:00 - 3:30 PM
LWVGT Conference Room
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LWVAZ BootCamps
An opportunity to learn more in-depth information on important League topics and tools
Board Operations and Fiduciary Responsibility
Monday, July 29
6:00 PM
Please note: the League Funding Bootcamp scheduled for Monday, July 22nd, has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience.
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Board Reports
Due
Thursday, August 1
| | | | Community Programs Committee
Thursday, August 1
12:00 PM
Zoom
| | | | Writer's Corp Training 2
Shelley Erickson & Fran McNeely
Monday, August 5
6:00 - 7:00 PM
Zoom
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Governance Committee
Tuesday, August 6
4:30 - 5:00 PM
Zoom
| | | | Voter Services Meeting
Wednesday, August 7
9:00 - 10:30 AM
LWVGT Conference Room
800 N Swan, Suite 126
Tucson
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LWVGT Board Meeting
Thursday, August 8
6:00 - 7:30 PM
via Zoom
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Voter Services Volunteer
Meeting
(includes a discussion of Ready, Set Vote!)
Saturday, August 10
9:00 - 11:30 AM
Junior League
2099 E River Road
Tucson, AZ 85718
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Reaching out to voters and potential voters is one of the most important functions of our League. Knowing how to work with the public is equally as important. Join us for a ThinkSafe Seminar to learn different techniques of awareness, assessment and response. All League members are welcome.
Non-Escalation and De-Escalation for Volunteers
Seminar
Saturday, August 10
10:00 - 11:30 AM
Junior League
2099 E River Road
Tucson, AZ 85715
|  | | 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! | |