Join us!
Let’s Talk Politics!
Discuss what’s on your mind.
Contact:
Barbara
928.649.0135
[email protected]
Corner Democracy is a weekly gathering.
Bring a sign with your message of the week and join the progressive meet up to activate your passion for Democracy and sign up voters.
See you on the corner of Coffee Pot and SR 89A.
Honk your support if you’re driving by.
3:30-4:30
Coffee Pot and 89A
Democratic Perspective – Progressive Talk Radio in Sedona and Northern Arizona on KAZM 780 AM every Monday at 8:15 a.m. Hear current local, state, and national office candidates and newsmakers discuss issues such as healthcare, prescription drug costs, poverty, climate change, local environmental, social justice, and a variety of other issues. See our archive of shows at http://verdevalleyindependentdemocrats.org/ or listen to the live stream at http://www.kazmradio.com/talkshows.htm
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Aviva Chomsky, Noah Chomsky’s daughter, is professor of History and Coordinator of Latin American,Latino, and Caribbean Studies at Salem State University in Massachusetts.
What’s Going On with Immigration?
Donald Trump in Historical Perspective
a talk by: Aviva Chompsky
NAU Liberal Arts Rm. 120
April 2nd, 7PM
This event will be the every first Tuesday of the month, 6 pm, Talk Politics & Act.
At the DORR Office.
Description: A free flow sharing of issues in politics that we care about.
Followed by group suggestions for actions.
Join us to a fun evening of Wine & Cheese as we write postcards to voters in Pennsylvania to encourage voting for the March 13 Congressional election. This is a very important election! Republicans are pumping 1.5 Million into it! A young, progressive democrat is up for election. LET’S TURN PENNSYLVANIA BLUE!
Bring some cheese,crackers and wine to share with 5-6 people.
PLEASE SHARE, BRING A FRIEND…OR TWO!
Bring your sign to the corner of Coffee Pot and 89A
We’ll display the issues of the week as to communicate to all who pass by.
JOIN US!! Walk the Walk!!!
Meet Congresswoman Kyrsten Sinema
Candidate for U.S. Senate
April 6
Please join us for an afternoon of wine, cheese and conversation.
Please RSVP to Katie Giel at [email protected]
or (602) 292-2754
See flyer for donation levels.
Join the LWV-Phoenix on April 7 from 9-12.
Paula Cullison will be the keynote speaker.
Beautitudes Boeard Room
1610 W Glendale Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85021
Check the website to RSVP!
LWVMP Annual General Meeting 2018
When
Saturday, April 7, 2018 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM MST
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Where
Beatitudes
Board Room
1610 W Glendale Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85021
Agenda will include:
9:00 AM Light Refreshments
9:15 AM Welcome
9:30 AM Paula Cullison giving the keynote on “History of the Women’s Movement: Looking Back and Moving Forward”
10:30 AM Annual Business Meeting to include discussion of budget, overview of 2017-2018 activities, LWV reorganization, LWVMP Program, voting on administrative board for 2018-19
We want to see you there!
Sincerely,
Michelle Dorsey
LWVMP President
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About Paula Cullison
Keynote Speaker
Paula (Giangreco) Cullison is a long time women’s rights, peace and social justice advocate.
As President of Women in Management (for then Mountain Bell / US West), she created a major project titled – The Year for All Arizona Women which featured over 100 events throughout the state and gained the support of Governor Bruce Babbitt, over 60 Mayors, Tribal Leaders, County and other officials.
Appointed by then Mayor Terry Goddard, she served on the Phoenix Women’s Commission for three years.
Paula presented at the United Nations Conference on Women in Kenya – How to Create A Year for ALL Women in your country or City. Prior to attending the UN Environmental Conference in Brazil, she created an event in Phoenix on Eco-Feminism: Polotics of the Environment which featured Bella Abzug, the late US Congresswoman from NY.
In the 1990s concerned about the lack of recognition of Women’s Rights Day (Aug 26th), she petitioned American Greetings to issue a free e-card which continues to be available. Gloria Feldt notes Paula’s tenacity in her book, No Excuses: 9 Ways Women Can Change How We Think About Power.
In 2002 she created The Arizona Women’s Partnership, an all volunteer philanthropic non-profit, to award grants to grass roots charities that assist under-served women and children at risk here in AZ. Over $380,000 has been awarded to date.
Three years ago, Paula created the 95th Anniversary of the 19th Amendment event which featured Mary Schroeder, Justice of the Ninth Appellate Court.
Paula, a long time ERA advocate, spoke at the recent rally at the Senate Capitol.
She has been at both Women’s Marches and a huge number of demonstrations.
She has traveled extensively and has been exhibiting her international photography, primarily at local college and university campus libraries. Paula hopes that these exhibits will encourage students and faculty to think globally.
Daughter of Italian immigrants and native New Yorker, Paula has lived in Phoenix since 1974. She is a graduate of City University of NY – Baruch College. Her AIESEC traineeship to Switzerland was sponsored by Columbia University.
Paula is the recipient of the Children and Family Resources Lifetime Achievement Award, Susan B Anthony Award, Macy*s Heart and Soul Award, National Bank of Arizona Amazing Woman Award.
Democratic Perspective – Progressive Talk Radio in Sedona and Northern Arizona on KAZM 780 AM every Monday at 8:15 a.m. Hear current local, state, and national office candidates and newsmakers discuss issues such as healthcare, prescription drug costs, poverty, climate change, local environmental, social justice, and a variety of other issues. See our archive of shows at http://verdevalleyindependentdemocrats.org/ or listen to the live stream at http://www.kazmradio.com/talkshows.htm
Keep involved and “Don’t Agonize, Organize!”
Democratic Perspective – Progressive Talk Radio in Sedona and Northern Arizona on KAZM 780 AM every Monday at 8:15 a.m. Hear current local, state, and national office candidates and newsmakers discuss issues such as healthcare, prescription drug costs, poverty, climate change, local environmental, social justice, and a variety of other issues. See our archive of shows at http://verdevalleyindependentdemocrats.org/ or listen to the live stream at http://www.kazmradio.com/talkshows.htm
Keep involved and “Don’t Agonize, Organize!”
Join us to discuss what we can do to help the Precinct Captains in Sedona.
Monday, April 16
1:30-3:30
Toby 928.274.0389
Earth Day Speakers at KSB On Friday, April 2.
Keep Sedona Beautiful will celebrate Earth Day by hosting speakers discussing,
“How Can You Save Our Environment? Come Learn Some of the Ways.”
The event will be held at KSB, 360 Brewer Road, from 4-5:30pm and feature five different presentations: . “Conserving Our Water in the High Desert” with John Neville, LEED-AP, Sustainable Arizona;
Russell L. Dunn and I ( Red Rock Reptiles) will be at the park all day with the snakes and spiders. Come put and play!!
Join us on Saturday, April 21st to celebrate Earth Day. We will have guided hikes, games, crafts, special presentations and more!
Posted by Red Rock State Park on Sunday, March 11, 2018
MARCH FROM RIVERFRONT PARK TO VERE VALLEY SCHOOL!
CONTACT BEVERLY FOR INFORMATION OR TO HELP WITH THE EVENT!!!! [email protected]
FIRST COTTONWOOD
EARTH DAY MARCH AND RALLY
SUNDAY, APRIL 22
The First Cottonwood Earth Day March and Rally will take place on Sunday, April 22, starting at 10 am. The March will start at Riverfront Park and end at a Rally at the Verde Valley Montessori School on N. Main St. The march and rally are sponsored by the Northern Arizona Climate Change Alliance. This event is open to the public and people are encouraged to bring signs on preserving and protecting Planet Earth.
Earth Day Network, the organization that leads Earth Day worldwide, announced that Earth Day 2018 will focus on mobilizing the world to End Plastic Pollution, including creating support for global regulation of the disposal of plastics.
Speakers at the rally include Jim Gale, a former Forest Ranger, and Frances Julia Riemer, a member of Northern Arizona Climate Change Alliance, providing information on how local towns and cities can adopt strong climate action plans.
Democratic Perspective – Progressive Talk Radio in Sedona and Northern Arizona on KAZM 780 AM every Monday at 8:15 a.m. Hear current local, state, and national office candidates and newsmakers discuss issues such as healthcare, prescription drug costs, poverty, climate change, local environmental, social justice, and a variety of other issues. See our archive of shows at http://verdevalleyindependentdemocrats.org/ or listen to the live stream at http://www.kazmradio.com/talkshows.htm
Keep involved and “Don’t Agonize, Organize!”
Parents,
You may want to clear your schedules on Thursday, April 26th, just in case. Here is a note from Jennifer Chilton, of the SOCUSD.
Big Park PTSA
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As you’ve likely seen in the news today, Arizona teachers are uniting with others around the country to demand better education funding by the state legislature. Truly, it is not acceptable that Arizona’s education funding per student is the lowest in the nation. It was not always this way. Twenty years ago, Arizona provided median support for its children.
Teachers in Sedona and all of Arizona have been heroic, for decades now, in their everyday battle to maintain excellent instruction and high achievement despite the extreme, long-term collapse of financial support.
No teacher, no school or district, wants to disrupt a child’s day of learning or inconvenience parents. However, in efforts to make legislators listen and act, there is the potential for visible teacher “walk-ins” next Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, and a “walk-out” on Thursday, April 26th.
Walk-ins are not intended to have any negative impact on instruction. In the event of a work stoppage, student safety will be the priority in District decision-making. Should it become necessary to close school next Thursday, parents and guardians will be notified as early as possible.
Thank you,
Jennifer Chilton
SOCUSD Communications
928-204-6766
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Schools will be closed Thurs and Fri. Quite a number of the teachers are planning to go to the big rally at the Capitol on Thursday. Park at Chase Field and take public transportation to the Capitol.
Democracy on the Corner for those who will be here.
Meet at Coffee Pot and 89A with a supportive sign.
THURSDAY – Join Sedona community members and show your support for our teachers at Democracy on the Corner st 89A and Coffee Pot at 3:30 on Thursday. Bring a sign and enthusiasm and wear #RedforEd.
FRIDAY. – Sedona teachers are planning a public action. Will post details when available.
School Districts in Sedona and the Verde Valley will be closed on Thursday and Friday due to the statewide teacher walkouts. We will continue to post information about public actions and ways to support the teachers as we learn about them.
Karen McClelland
928 301-2914
Thursday: 8:30-10AM – Let’s Talk Politics — share and discuss political topics on your mind. Everyone gets a chance to speak!
Barbara Litrell
[email protected]
928.649.0135
The wonderful teachers of Sedona are arranging a March on Friday at 1 pm. Meet at the pool near the West Sedona School and walk down to 89A along Possee Grounds and along the highway to create a wall of RED to show our support for the teachers and public education?
Check Democrats on the Red Rocks Facebook for any updates
Schools remain closed
Karen McClelland
928 301-2914
School cancellation Monday, April 30, and until notification of reopening
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If you don’t play golf and want to let teachers know they are VALUED
It’s time to Party for a Meaningful Purpose NOW!
https://www.wevalueourteachers.org/letsparty.html
#REDforED
Join our Sedona teachers along 89A at 1 pm Saturday, Sunday, Monday and maybe Tuesday and support their demands for a fully funded public education system and better pay for Arizona teachers. 1pm for the next 4 days. You can park in the lot at the closed Taco Bell location, 1490 W. 89A. WEAR RED and bring a sign. There will be chairs, shade and water.
Details
To grow the grass roots to slow climate change, we must reach out. Why and how do we do this? We will go through techniques and approaches to accomplish this, all under the urgency of slowing climate change. No other force can slow the climate change than ordinary folks coming together. this is a great training to gear you up for summer outreach to slow climate change!
The first training will be held in Sedona this Saturday April 28 3 to 5. If you cannot make this training, another training will be held on May 12 in Flagstaff at the East Library from 2 to 4 PM. pm. The exact location for the Sedona event will be provided by writing [email protected] or by signing up at https://www.meetup.com/N-Arizona-Climate-Change-Alliance-Sedona/events/249832742/
CALL TO COUNCIL 2018
League of Women Voters of Arizona Council 2018
April 28-29, 2018
Lodge on the Desert, 306 No. Alvernon, Tucson AZ
The League of Women Voters of Arizona invites all members of the League of Women Voters in Arizona to attend our statewide bi-annual meeting in Tucson Arizona. Our host League is the League of Women Voters of Greater Tucson. Freda Johnson, President and Judy Wood, President-elect along with a great team of League members have put together a special event.
The historic location at the Lodge on the Desert is an opportunity for League members from around the state to get to know each other, and to begin our work on the Arizona portion of the League of Women Voters’ Roadmap toward a stronger League. We will also do a small amount of business, and learn about using some of the newer technologies for League work.
Who can attend: We want any League member in Arizona to attend! We encourage any League member who is interested in how the League of Women Voters in Arizona will move from where we are today to where we want to be in the future.
Cost:
Registration Fee: $115 (includes lunch and dinner Saturday with vegetarian options, snack breaks, and Council Workbook)
Register Online at:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lwvaz-council-2018-registration-44473628821
Hotel Cost: $160 per night double occupancy (this council rate includes breakfast and complimentary Wi-Fi) For those coming in Friday night, April 27 the hotel cost is the same. We are also making arrangements for a special dining room for dinner (at your own expense) at the hotel.
Please contact the hotel directly to make your room reservation.
Reference – STALEAL
Lodge On the Desert: 1-877-498-6776 or https://gc.synxis.com/rez.aspx?Hotel=17394&Chain=5334&group=STALEA
Hotel Reservations MUST be made by April 6, 2018
If you have any questions, please contact us at 480-966-0931 or [email protected].
League members from around the state at the March For Our Lives events
Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy.
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4:00 and 7:00
School cancellation Monday, April 30, and until notification of reopening
#REDforED
Join our Sedona teachers along 89A at 1 pm Saturday, Sunday, Monday and maybe Tuesday and support their demands for a fully funded public education system and better pay for Arizona teachers. 1pm for the next 4 days. You can park in the lot at the closed Taco Bell location, 1490 W. 89A. WEAR RED and bring a sign. There will be chairs, shade and water.
4:00 and 7:00
REPUBLICAN TEACHERS SPEAK OUT
Click to view:
https://vp.nyt.com/video/hls/2018/04/12/76186_1_arizona-teacher-conservatives_wg/master.m3u8
We Are Republican Teachers Striking in Arizona. It’s Time to Raise Taxes.
By Leah Varjacques, Taige Jensen and Japhet Weeks
We’re angry: Our classrooms are falling apart. We work multiple jobs. Our party must stop its war on public education.Published OnApril 26, 2018CreditImage by Ross D. Franklin/Associated Press
Tens of thousands of teachers are walking out of their schools in Arizona on Thursday. Arizona is the latest conservative state with protesters demanding an increase in teacher salaries and more resources for students. In this video op-ed, four conservative teachers lament the conditions in their classrooms and, in turn, wrestle with their political beliefs.
“I’m a die-hard Republican, and I’m dying inside,” says Allison Ryal-Bagley, an elementary school substitute teacher. “Republicans aren’t taking care of our kids.”
Over the last decade, Arizona has had the greatest decrease in per-student spending in the country — a 36.6 percent drop since 2008 — making it 48th in the nation. Arizona also ranks 43rd in teacher pay, at nearly $11,000 less than the national average, according to the National Education Association.
William Kimsey, who teaches English, is fed up and is moving for a teaching job in Indonesia. Laura Fox, a music teacher, works the late shift at McDonald’s to make ends meet. Jenny Bentley Ryan used to work as a Lyft driver to supplement her income teaching science. They are challenging Arizona’s Republican governor, Doug Ducey, to increase taxes and give public education the funding it deserves. — The Editors
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School cancellation Monday, April 30, and until notification of reopening
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Democratic Perspective – Progressive Talk Radio in Sedona and Northern Arizona on KAZM 780 AM every Monday at 8:15 a.m. Hear current local, state, and national office candidates and newsmakers discuss issues such as healthcare, prescription drug costs, poverty, climate change, local environmental, social justice, and a variety of other issues. See our archive of shows at http://verdevalleyindependentdemocrats.org/ or listen to the live stream at http://www.kazmradio.com/talkshows.htm
Keep involved and “Don’t Agonize, Organize!”
#REDforED
Join our Sedona teachers along 89A at 1 pm Saturday, Sunday, Monday and maybe Tuesday and support their demands for a fully funded public education system and better pay for Arizona teachers. 1pm for the next 4 days. You can park in the lot at the closed Taco Bell location, 1490 W. 89A. WEAR RED and bring a sign. There will be chairs, shade and water.
4:00 and 7:00
This event will be the every first Tuesday of the month, 6 pm, Talk Politics & Act.
At the DORR Office.
Description: A free flow sharing of issues in politics that we care about.
Followed by group suggestions for actions.
Join us to a fun evening of Wine & Cheese as we write postcards to voters in Pennsylvania to encourage voting for the March 13 Congressional election. This is a very important election! Republicans are pumping 1.5 Million into it! A young, progressive democrat is up for election. LET’S TURN PENNSYLVANIA BLUE!
Bring some cheese,crackers and wine to share with 5-6 people.
PLEASE SHARE, BRING A FRIEND…OR TWO!
Register for tournament NOW:
Purchase Helicopter Ball Drop Tickets NOW:
https://form.jotform.com/80570849984170
If you don’t play golf and want to let teachers know they are VALUED
It’s time to Party for a Meaningful Purpose NOW!
https://www.wevalueourteachers.org/letsparty.html
Register for tournament NOW:
Purchase Helicopter Ball Drop Tickets NOW:
https://form.jotform.com/80570849984170
If you don’t play golf and want to let teachers know they are VALUED
It’s time to Party for a Meaningful Purpose NOW!
https://www.wevalueourteachers.org/letsparty.html
Register for tournament NOW:
Purchase Helicopter Ball Drop Tickets NOW:
https://form.jotform.com/80570849984170
If you don’t play golf and want to let teachers know they are VALUED
It’s time to Party for a Meaningful Purpose NOW!
https://www.wevalueourteachers.org/letsparty.html
Dear League Members and Friends,
The New Member Gathering will be Tuesday May 8 instead of Monday, May 7. Time is still 5-7PM and includes light supper. Location- at the home of Barbara Litrell, 75 Lolomi Drive, Sedona Please RSVP to 649-0135 or [email protected].
Barbara
Helicopter Ball Drop
If you purchased a Hole Sponsor sign it will be displayed.
Please arrive before 4:00 in case Sedona Air Tours is early.
Helicopter Ball Drops are very dramatic, however over quickly.
Ball Drop Tickets are still available: www.wevalueourteachers.org
If the 1st ball in the hole has your number on it you will win $1,000.00!
Dear Big Park Community School Supporter,
The Big Park Fun Run returns to Big Park on Wednesday, May 9th. Students, staff, families and general community members will walk or run for 30 minutes on our school course. Students will seek donations for their efforts during the three weeks prior to the Fun Run; Big Park Community School Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) is currently seeking event sponsorships. Your sponsorship dollars will help cover the cost of the Fun Run and increase our earning potential for this event. Together, we are raising funds for Big Park classrooms. We support Big Park Community School in its mission to provide students with a world-class education, right here in the Village of Oak Creek.
We anticipate more than 200 students taking part in this year’s Fun Run. In addition to seeking donations and running/walking on May 9th, students will explore the IB Learner Profile Traits, a cornerstone of Big Park’s emerging International Baccalaureate program. Each classroom forms a “team.” Each team has it’s own identity and will create a cheer to represent the IB Learner Profile Trait assigned to their class: Inquirers, Knowledgeable, Thinkers, Communicators, Principled, Open-minded, Caring, Courageous, Balanced and Reflective.
We are proud to raise funds in a way that engages our students, while supporting their health, vitality and emotional intelligence. We hope you’ll support our efforts through event sponsorship. Sponsorships range from $50 to $750, so there is something for everyone.
Big Park Community School PTSA is a local unit of Arizona PTA, a 501(c)(3) non-profit association. Big Park Community School PTSA is tax exempt under federal and state law; we will provide you with Tax ID information upon receipt of your contribution.
Thank you for supporting our students, our neighborhood school and the broader community!
Sincerely,
Big Park Community School Fun Run Committee
Katie Chorlton, Niccole D’Adamo, Amy Davis, Heather Hermen, Debbie Jones, Heidi Kenney, Viviane Kraus, Mariana Laas, Debbie Metzger, Karen Muschkat, Creed Ostler, Diane Schumacher, Theresa Weston-Morris
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TONIGHT IN SEDONA, come and support our next Governor, Steve Farley.
Posted by Karen McClelland on Friday, May 11, 2018
Join us in canvasing voters to sign petitions to get LD6 candidates on the ballot.
Wade Carlisle, Bobby Tyler, Felicia French
Meet at the DORR office on Saturday, May 12 at 10:00am.
Join us at 9:00 to meet Terry Goddard and sign or pick up petitions to Outlaw Dirty Money.