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The Big Thirst: How Jack Pfister Helped Arizona Face Its Water Challenges – Casa Grande

Casa Grande Public Library 449 N. Dry Lake St., Casa Grande, AZ, United States

Whiskey’s for drinking, and water’s for fighting. The old quip about the West seems truer than ever as growth and climate change put pressure on water supplies. But history shows that Arizonans can solve water problems without a gunfight. In recent decades, Jack Pfister was a leader in reaching agreements on divisive water issues. This […]

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On the Arizona Frontier Ranch Medicine – Apache Junction

Apache Junction Library 1177 N. Idaho Rd., Apache Junction, AZ, United States

Once your family arrived in the west often there was not a doctor within miles. The medical care of the family landed in the hands of the family. Luckily, it was soon learned that the plants held many secrets for someone who was ill. Chew a little willow bark for a headache, pine needles are […]

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Swing Into History – Florence

Florence Community Library 778 N. Main St., Florence, AZ, United States

With the exception of the most ardent collectors and older generation, the influence and legacy of the big bands is largely forgotten despite their overwhelming popularity and significant role in early radio. Join Larson as he revisits the sounds America listened and danced to for more than three decades. Learn how iconic artists like Glenn […]

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FRANK Talks: Conspiracy and Credibility – Coolidge

Coolidge Public Library 160 W. Central Avenue, Coolidge, AZ, United States

Conspiracy and Credibility: Look Who’s Talking, about What — Law Talk and Loose Talk Dr. T.J. Davis, Arizona State University, School of Historical, Philosophical and Religious Studies It is undeniable that words have power, the power to teach, to defend, to inspire and to offend, the power to reveal facts and falsehoods, the power to […]

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Film + Talk: The Return

Florence Community Library 778 N. Main St., Florence, AZ, United States

In 2012, California amended its “Three Strikes” law—one of the harshest criminal sentencing policies in the country. The passage of Prop. 36 marked the first time in U.S. history that citizens voted to shorten sentences of those currently incarcerated. Within days, the reintegration of thousands of “lifers” was underway. The Return examines this unprecedented reform […]

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Author + Talk: Butch Queens Up in Pumps with Marlon Bailey

Arizona Humanities 1242 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, AZ, United States

Join us for a presentation and discussion with Marlon M. Bailey, Associate Professor of Women and Gender Studies at Arizona State University's School of Social Transformation. About Marlon's book Butch Queens Up in Pumps: "Butch Queens Up in Pumps examines Ballroom culture, in which inner-city LGBT individuals dress, dance, and vogue to compete for prizes and trophies. Participants […]

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FRANK Talks: Civic Engagement – Phoenix

Gateway Community College Library 108 N 40th St, Phoenix, AZ, United States

Civic Engagement: What is it & why is it important? Ryan Winkle, Co-founder RAILMesa What is civic engagement? How can you engage and empower people in your communities? Explore the idea that civic participation is not just important, but imperative for a community to be successful. Learn and reflect on how being an “engaged” citizen […]

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FRANK Talks: Colorblindness and equality – Casa Grande

Casa Grande Public Library 449 N. Dry Lake St., Casa Grande, AZ, United States

Colorblindness and equality: Well-intentioned American values, or myths? Dr. Angelina Castagno, Northern Arizona University, Associate Professor, Educational Foundations Most of us are raised to value colorblindness and equality. Lady Justice is depicted wearing a blindfold to symbolize objectivity; Dr. King’s legacy to judge each other by our character rather than skin color is a well-known […]

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Drop-In Discovery Saturday – Phoenix

Pueblo Grande Museum 4619 East Washington St., Phoenix, AZ, United States

February 18 - August Wood Join August Wood on the back patio for a drop-in informational program and demonstration about the process of making Pima baskets. Enjoy free, fun, educational programs on the back patio at Pueblo Grande Museum from local artists, and organizations specializing in prehistoric cultural practices, desert plants and animal conservation, and […]

*New Date* A World of Music with Todd Green – Coolidge

Coolidge Performing Arts Center 684 W. Northern Avenue, Coolidge, United States

A World of Music with Todd Green info@coolidgeperformingartscenter.org On Monday, February 20, 2017 the Coolidge Performing Arts Center will host a free musical demonstration and lecture, “A World of Music with Todd Green” featuring 25 acoustic, indigenous string, flute and percussion instruments from the Middle East, Central Asia, Far East and South America. The presentation […]

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