Monday, September 25, 2017
I am a 3-year-old Dilute Tortie (DSH) looking for the purr-fect home! I came to HSSA with 3 little babies, and happily accepted a mother-less 4th little one back in April. I was a wonderful mom, but I am now ready for a home of my own. I am not feral but I am still getting used to getting so much attention. The really nice people at HSSA have tried to spoil me as much as possible. I let them pet me and hold me, but not for too long. I seek out soft pets, my favorite is on the top of my head. I LOVE to play and will get to take my special stash of toy mice with me when I get adopted. They can keep me entertained for hours!
I am looking for a home where I can be indoor only and that does not have any dogs or small children. I have gotten along with other cats here at HSSA but would do just fine as an only cat. My new owner will need to be patience and have a gentle touch.
Come see me at HSSA Main Campus at 3450 N. Kelvin Blvd. and ask tomeet me, or call an adoptions counselor at 520-327-6088 ext. 173 for more information!
Lots of Love,
Sangria (842438)
Delay, Deny, Hope You Die, a recently completed documentary about the burn pits and their effects on soldiers, is screening at The Loft Cinema (3233 E. Speedway Blvd.) ,at 7:15 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 12.
Director/producer Greg Lovett first heard about the story when he read Joseph Hickman’s book, The Burn Pits: The Poisoning of America’s Soldiers, two years ago.
“When I read the book, I was just really disturbed and mad and upset that this is going on, and that nobody is really doing anything about and nobody really knows about it,” he said.
Lovett started the documentary a year later, and it took about a year to complete. The film interviews doctors, lawyers, journalists and sick soldiers, like Sgt. Brian Alvarado, who was exposed to the burn pits as a Marine in in Iraq and now has cancer, hyperthyroidism and a feeding tube that leaves him unable to work.
In a promotional clip of the film, Hickman explains that soldiers were producing at least nine pounds of trash a day in the early days of the way, and the military turned to burn pits to dispose of waste. But a temporary solution became a permanent health hazard when the burn pits remained open despite new options becoming available.
“I think most people don’t understand that this is even happening,” Lovett said. “Maybe with knowledge comes change”
Here’s the thing: in order to make sure the film’s one-night-only screening at the Loft actually happens, the showing needs to sell 74 tickets by Oct. 1. Buy your ticket today here for $10 and click here to view the trailer.
Tags: delay deny hope you die , the poisoning of america's soldiers , how america poisoned its solders , burn pits , the burn pits , Greg Lovett , Joseph Hickman , military , marines , Iraq , Afghanistan
Friday, September 22, 2017
This isn't new news. It's from the 2012 School and Staffing Survey put together by the National Center for Educational Statistics along with a follow-up survey in 2013. It came up again in a recent panel discussion in Washington DC, and sadly, it's more relevant today than it was five years ago. As with any survey, the numbers are approximate. General dissatisfaction covers low salaries as well as a host of other issues, and in a place like Arizona with its bottom-of-the-barrel salaries, money concerns certainly rank higher than elsewhere.
But as a teacher who retired just when our national obsession with high stakes testing was revving up and class sizes were climbing, I'm certain a growing sense of dissatisfaction pervades the teaching profession, driving many a gifted teacher out of the classroom and making potential new teachers think twice about going into the field of education.
When I went into teaching and began my 30-plus year career, it was because I wanted to teach. I wanted to be part of helping young people learn. I wanted to be part of helping young people grow. I wanted the freedom to shape my curriculum in a way that suited my interests and teaching style so I could maximize my enthusiasm and effectiveness.
Tags: Teaching , Teacher shortages , School and Staffing survey , National Center for Educational Statistics
Sen. John McCain, who torpedoed the last GOP healthcare bill in a surprise vote in July, says he’ll vote against the Graham-Cassidy healthcare legislation that GOP lawmakers are rushing to a vote by the end of the month.I cannot in good conscience vote for Graham-Cassidy. A bill impacting so many lives deserves a bipartisan approach. https://t.co/2sDjhw6Era pic.twitter.com/30OWezQpLg
— John McCain (@SenJohnMcCain) September 22, 2017
McCain announced his opposition in a statement on his Twitter feed:
As I have repeatedly stressed, health care reform legislation ought to be the product of regular order in the Senate. Committees of jurisdictions should mark up legislation with input from all committee members, and send their bill to the floor for debate and amendment. That is the only way we might achieve bipartisan concensus on lasting reform, without which a policy that affects one-fifth of our economy and every single American family will be subject to reversal with every change of administration and congressional majority … I cannot in good conscience vote for the Graham-Cassidy proposal. I believe we could do better working together, Republicans and Democrats, and have not yet really tried … I take no pleasure in announcing my opposition. Far from it. The bill’s authors are my dear friends, and I think the world of them. I know they are acting consistently with their beliefs and sense of what is best for the country. So am I.
McCain's decision makes the passage of Graham-Cassidy much more difficult for GOP leaders, who are struggling to find 50 votes in their caucus in the face of unified Democratic opposition. They can only afford to lose three votes in order to get the bill across the finish line.
Hi, I’m Wyatt Earp!
I am a cool 2 year old domestic longhair cat looking for the purr-fect home! When I got to HSSA I was very overweight and my teeth were not very good shape. Now I am on a special diet that helped me get back on track for being a healthy, happy cat.
I love people and will sit happily beside you or on your lap. I am very calm and looking for someone just as mellow. I didn’t like my kennel so the nice people at HSSA are letting me stay in our clinic where I am free to roam until I am adopted.
I have been diagnosed with FIV but don’t be scared. It just means I will need to be an indoor only cat. I am looking for a home where I can be the only pet so that I get all of your love and attention. Come fall in love with me at HSSA Main Campus at 3450 N. Kelvin Blvd., or give an adoptions counselor a call at 520-327-6088 x173!
Purrs and Kisses,
Wyatt Earp (841699)
Thursday, September 21, 2017
What do you get when you cross the UA career service center with JCPenney? For UA students with valid IDs, it’s some serious savings in the form of a 40 percent discount at a Suit Up event this Sunday, Sept. 24 from 6:30 to 10 p.m.
For guys, that means the opportunity to pick up a Stafford suit jacket and pants, and two each of shirts, ties, belts and shoes for under 200 bucks. For the ladies, a Worthington suit jacket, skirt, shirt and shoes will be under $80.
UA faculty, staff and alumni, along with JCPenney team members, will also be standing by with tips and tricks on what to wear to a job interview and even how to tie a tie.
The event will take place at the El Con Shopping Center JCPenney at 3501 E. Broadway after the store closes, so job seekers’ needs will be the only thing on the agenda for the evening. CatTran will be available to shuttle over interested students from 6:15 to 9 p.m.
Tags: jcpenney , ua , University of Arizona , Suit Up , suits , discounts savings , wildcats , bear down , bear down into the job market
The sacrifice has so far been worth it. His comedy life is well-populated and fun-filled, and the rest of us get to enjoy its output. His latest project, in collaboration with standup comedian Matt Ziemak, is a unique mash up of stand-up and improv: “Set Unlisted.” The show makes its second appearance at Laff’s Comedy Caffe at 8 pm, Sunday, September 24. It’s free, but the club has a two-item minimum.
Set Unlisted, the name, comes from comedians’ common practice of making a “setlist” of their jokes as they warm up for a show. These pre-show setlists can be on bar napkins, in notebooks, on cellphones and often on the palms of a comedian’s hands.
Paper is the setlist medium of choice for Set Unlisted, the show. After each standup set, Long appropriates the setlist, slices it up, and gives its delisted contents to a team of improvisers. The team uses them as prompts for a whole different set of jokes, delivered in improvised scenes. Occasionally, the improvisers find the joke the comedian intended. Since the improv team has been sequestered out of earshot of the standup routine, these congruences can be magical. Only the audience gets them. The joke is on the jokers!
Standup comedians scheduled for Sept. 24 are Rory Monserat, co-host of a weekly open mic at The Loudhouse, Monte Benjamin, the comedian featured in our Aug. 7 column; Nancy Stanley, who organizes the long-standing Estrogen Hour, and several other benefits around Tucson; and Chris Thayer, recently emigrated to Tucson from Los Angeles and featured in our June 15 column.
Long recruited the improvisers from Tucson Improv Movement, where he is a performing member of the company. They are Andrew Hatch of TIM’s premier team The Soapbox, TIM artistic director Daniel Kirby, Esther Brilliant of TIM’s long-running all-female team The Riveters, and geo-scientist Jason Burwell, because improv.
Long says he “fell in love with improv” while watching a friend perform at the UA. He couldn’t make the team, so the friend suggested taking lessons at TIM. The same friend led him into standup comedy. Long says, “Laff’s was the only place I could do standup underage because I could stay in the green room.” That’s where he met Ziemak and they started writing together.
Tags: Set Unlisted , Leland Long , Matt Ziemak , Rory Monserat , Monte Benjamin , Nancy Stanley , Chris Thayer , Andrew Hatch , Daniel Kirby , Esther Brilliant , The Riveters , Jason Burwell , The Soapbox , Tucson Improv Movement , Laff's , Laff's Comedy Caffe
“All of them, in a way, present me to Tucson,” Gomez said. “It’s like a way of saying, ‘hi, this is me.’”
Tags: Zhang Zuo , Jose Luis Gomez , Beethoven , Mahler , Carreno , TSO , Tucson Symphony Orchestra , classical music
Flavor by Loews Hotels. Loews Ventana Canyon Resort is now participating in the hotel’s initiative to offer guests lovable local flavors by partnering with the companies behind some of Tucson’s tastiest treats. The hotel will be offering tamales from the Tucson Tamale Company (called “the best tamales in the USA” by Alton Brown of The Food Network), French toast made with bread from Barrio Bread and beer on tap from Dragoon Brewing Company throughout the resort. It’s the perfect place for visiting friends and relatives to stay to get a taste of the city, and many Tusconans will probably now be tempted to stay at the resort themselves. Loews Ventana Canyon Resort, 7000 N. Resort Drive.
Tags: Mr. Bing’s The Supper Club Experience , Hacienda del Sol , Loews Hotels , Tucson Tamale Company , Barrio Bread , Dragoon , Zinburgre , Butterfinger Shakes , Lock in Hope , PY Steakhouse , Casino del Sol , Dinner with Chefs , Ramiro Scavo , Red’s Smokehouse + Tap Room , chili , Southwest chili cook , dinner detective murder mystery show , born and brewed , hotel congress , beer , Beer , BEER , Jim Click , Arizona Wine Dinner , Maynards , Fourth Fridays , Tucson Botanical Gardens , Greek Fest , Farmer’s Market , what do you mean he DON’T EAT NO MEAT? , That’s okay , I make lamb , greek , Greek fest , My Big Fat Greek Festival
Art
Art Now! With Chuck Nanney. Artist Chuck Nanney’s sculptural works from the last three years, which are equal parts minimalist modern and whimsical chic, are showing at MOCA through Oct. 1. For this event, Nanney comes to the museum to talk about his work (which includes sound pieces) nal art lecture format by allowing audiences to engage in discussion about all of the forms that the art of today’s world takes. 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 26. MOCA Tucson, 265 S. Church Ave. $10, free for MOCA members.Diana Madaras Signing Event. It’s hard to believe that calendars for 2018 are already out, but it makes sense, really. After all, 2017 is no spring chicken anymore. Diana Madaras’ 2018 Southwest Art Calendar is out, serving the tri-purpose of helping you keep track of the days, decorate your house and support local art. This week, she’ll even be signing them, so they serve the fourth purpose of showing off your impressive connections in the art world. Also, calendars make fantastic gifts for everyone from your mom to that one coworker you don’t know very well and gave gift cards and lotion to for the past three Christmases. 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 21. Madaras Gallery, 3035 N. Swan Road. Free.
Equinox Poetry Chalking. Chalk, meet poetry. You two should have a lot in common, because you’re both versatile, colorful and good at bringing people together. At this Sam Lena-South Tucson Library event, both will be provided for people of all ages to chalk poems in both English and Spanish celebrating the beginning of fall and the beauty of libraries. Feel free to bring a favorite—or original—poem of your own, and to try out some futuristic glitter chalk, and even spray chalk. 4 to 6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 22. Sam Lena-South Tucson Library 1607 S. Sixth Ave. Free.
Music and Theater
The Astronaut Farmworker. Pima Community College’s run of José Cruz González's play inspired by the story of real-life astronaut José Hernández runs through Oct. 1. In the show, Pepito, the son of migrant farmworkers, is struggling to learn English and make friends in his new home. When he watches Apollo 11 land on the moon, he knew from that day forward that he wanted to be an astronaut. A feel-good story about following your dreams and the power of education, it’s a must-see for kids, parents, grandparents and everyone in between. Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m. ASL interpreters Friday, Sept. 29 at 7 p.m. Scout Theatre Adventure (for girl and boy scouts and their leaders at a discounted price). Saturday, Sept. 23 at 7 p.m. Through Oct. 1. Proscenium Theatre, 2202 W. Anklam Road. $8 (or $6 for groups of 10 or more)Tags: MOCA , ArtNow! Chuck Nanney , Diana Madaras , Madaras Gallery , calendars , that one coworker , Equinox poetry chalking , library , Sam Lena-South Tucson Library , chalk , poetry , The Astronaut Farmworker , Proscenium Theatre , Pima Communit College , Jose Hernandez , Titan , Beethoven , Mahler , TSO Inaugural Season Opening , Jose Juis Gomez , Zhang Zuo , Zee Zee , Healing Sounds from Around the World , Bob Effertz , Hakuna Matata , it means no worries , for the rest of your days , Ting-Sha Bells , Tibetan Singing bowls , didgeridoo , jazz legends live , Ella Fitzgerald , Dizzy Gillespie , Buddy Rich , marshmallow fluff , jazz , Peppersauce Roundup Adventure Festival , gravel grinder bike race , stampede trail runs , zip-lining , camping , outdoors , Oracle , Mr. and Miss Tucson Pride , pride , Miss Gay Tucson , Demi LaRaye , Romeo White , AEY King , WBO Boxing , Tucson Pride , Pride 40th Anniversary , Autumnal Equinox Celebration , Cirque Roots Fire Troupe , Bennu , Danny V. Patrons , National Day of Remembrance Candlelight Vigil , LUMIES , Odaiko Sonora , Axe Capoeira , Flam Chen , Fall Pumpkin celebration , it’s the great pumpkin Charlie Brown , Apple Annies , Pumpkins , fall , Adulting 101 , Joel D. Valdez Main Library , Split End Race , Bookman’s Local Comic Artist Extravaganza , free breakfast , evil rob productions , silly monkey comics , Natalia Lopez , Nightcrawler , King Chiefs , Dizzy Wright , Natalia LaFourcade , TOKiMONSTA , tokimonsta
