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
September 9, 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.
Note: To access links in the This Week in Greater Tucson, members first must log onto the lwvtucson.org website.
|  | | Kristin Almquist
Brianna Boltano
Teresa Boltano
Judy Browder
Dorothy Coops
Alden Corey
Thomas Cortese
Yazan Deek
Catherine Eyde
Lisa Grenier
Ellen Hansen
Janet Horton
| | Gabby Koeppel
Tiki Lawson
Allison Lombard
Sarah Lyon
Diane McKay
Nils Menten
Linda Nerbak
Ann Parker
Jacelle Ramon-Sauberan
Melinda Rogers
Betsy Snell
| | | | The Truth Above Everything Else:
Misinformation Program
Sponsored by LWVGT & Murphy-Wilmot Library
Saturday, September 14
10:30 AM
Murphy-Wilmot Library
530 N. Wilmot Rd.
SEATS STILL AVAILABLE
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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.
Members may bring items for swap to the office during office hours 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM beginning Monday, September 9.
The Membership and Youth Committees will recruit college students to participate and become members for only $10.
If you would like to help plan this event please email membership@lwvtucson.com
Please spread the word!
|  | | Get your
LWVGT T-Shirts to show your support for the upcoming election.
You can look cool and be a walking advertisement for the importance of voting!
Sizes available - S, M, L, XL
Cost - donation of $20.
Deadline to order Sunday, September 15
To place your order for LWVGT T-Shirts click
Consider purchasing more than 1 and donating it to another member.
You will notified when the T-shirts are ready to be picked up at the LWVGT Office.
| | BE AN INFORMED VOTER
Watch the videos of LWVGT Candidate Forums
| | Ballot Proposition Presentations
If your group, club, organization, or community would like a presentation on the propositions that will appear on the November ballot, please send an email to Teresa Jenkins at programs@lwvtucson.com and include the date, time and location of your event. The League of Women Voters of Greater Tucson will provide a balanced explanation based on research on the supporting and opposing arguments for each initiative.
We anticipate a lot of requests, so please contact us as soon as possible if you would like a presentation.
| 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.
| To check out any of these events and volunteer, please 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 left 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.
Thank you for your time and helping our League keep democracy going strong! | These events are one-time opportunities and commitments:
Voter Registration:
- Table at LWVGT Public Forum Event on
"Truth Above Everything Else: Misinformation Program"
Saturday, September 14 at 10:30 AM - 12 PM
Pima County Public Library, Murphy - Wilmot Branch, 530 N. Wilmot Rd.
There are ongoing opportunities as well:
| THIS WEEK IN GREATER TUCSON | | Running and Winning Committee Meeting
Monday, September 9
10 AM
Zoom Meeting
| | | | Gun Violence Prevention Committee Meeting
Monday, September 9
1 P.M.
Zoom
| | | | BootCamps
An opportunity to learn more in-depth information on League topics and tools
via Zoom
League Funding
Monday, September 9
6 PM
| | Voter Services Meeting
Wednesday, September 11
9 AM
LWVGT Conference Room
800 N. Swan Rd., Suite 126
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DEI Committee Meeting
Wednesday, September 11
6 PM
via Zoom
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LWVGT Board Meeting
Thursday, September 12
6 - 7:30 PM
via Zoom
| | | | Facilitated by Victor Bowleg and Jason R. Jurjevich.
Registration is required.
Thursday, September 12
6:30 - 8 PM
Woods Memorial Library
3455 N. First Ave.
| | Issues & Eggs Committee
Friday, September 13
3:30 - 5:30 PM
LWVGT Conference Room
800 N. Swan Rd., Suite 126
| | | LWVUS is offering informative webinars to help League members prepare for election season. All members are invited to watch live or recorded sessions. Slides and resource links will be made available following each webinar.
Sessions:
| | LWVGT BootCamps
An opportunity to learn more in-depth information on League topics and tools
via Zoom
Monday, September 16
6 PM
What is a League Position, a Resolution, and a Legislative Priority?
Monday, September 23
6 PM
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Pima County Candidate Forums
Pima County Board of Supervisors: District 2
Tuesday, September 17 at 5:30 PM
Eckstrom Columbus Library
4350 E. 22nd St.
Pima County Board of Supervisors: District 5
Saturday, September 28 at 1:30 PM
Quincie Douglas Library
1585 E. 36th St.
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Book Club
Wednesday, September 18
2 PM
Book to be discussed is
WINTER COUNTS
by David H.W. Weiden.
Via Zoom
For more information
| | | | Gender Equity Network
Wednesday, September 18
5 PM
At Youth On Their Own
2525 N. Country Club
Co-hosted event with the Women's Foundation for the State of Arizona.
This is a unique opportunity for community gathering and for individuals interested
in learning more about WFSA Priorities along with our community partners.
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Tour
Tucson Chinese Cultural Center
1288 West River Road, Tucson
Thursday, September 19
10 AM
Lunch will be provided
Limited to 20 attendees
For more information and to register
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Website & Technology
Committee Meeting
Friday, September 20
10 AM
via Zoom
| | | | Securing The Ballot
County Recorders
Saturday, September 21
9 AM Doors Open, 10 AM Panel Discussion
Location TBD
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Running and Winning
High School Workshop
Tuesday, September 24
7 AM to 3:30 PM
Pueblo High School
| | | | Voter Services
Meeting
Wednesday, September 25
9 AM
LWVGT Conference Room
800 N Swan, Suite 126
Tucson
| | | | DEI Outreach Committee
Wednesday, September 25
Zoom Meeting
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