Book Nook: Pima County Public Library
Ain't I A Woman? How to Thrive When Black Girl Magic Doesn't Seem to Be Enough
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Black Girl Magic is more than a buzz phrase that celebrates the beauty, power, and resilience of Black women.
This class covers topics
that include self-esteem, confidence, empowerment, cyber-bulling, sexual decision-making,
consent,healthy relationships and
STI/pregnancy prevention and self-love. The event is hosted by Kindred, an effort by Pima County Public Library to improve black representation in Pima County Public Libraries at all levels and branches. The best place to park is the upper parking
lot which can be accessed off of 11th Avenue.
You will see an open purple gate; the building the
program will be taking place in is the historic building on your right hand side.
Date: Saturday, April 6
Time: 1 - 2:30 p.m.
Where: Dunbar Cultural Center, 325 W. Second St.
The Pima County Public Library's Main Library and 25 branch libraries offer a variety of services, clubs, events,
and other opportunities for both children and adults to learn and connect with their community.
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Other Events this Week
Saturday, April 6
Car Seat Safety Event
Time: 9 a.m. - noon
Where: Arizona Pavilions Walmart, 8280 North Cortaro Road
Information: Pima County Sheriff's Department Public Information Office| Email | 520-237-3740 or 520-351-8595
Description: Join the Pima County Sheriff's Department, along with the Marana Police Department, Tucson Police Department, and Safe Kids Pima County for a free car seat check. These departments are dedicated to educating the
public on car seat safety by providing experts for this event, including deputies and officers who will offer guidance
about the proper installation and use of your car seat.
Monday, April 8
Industrial Development Authority Meeting
Time: 3 p.m.
Where: 130 W. Congress St, First floor Conference room
Information: Steve Russo, Coordinator| 520-529-1515
Description: The Authority recommends the acquisition, funding, construction, lease, or the disposal of property to promote
industry and develop trade by inducing manufacturing, industrial and commercial enterprise to locate in Pima County and
further the use of the County's agriculture products and natural resources.
Wednesday, April 10
Water Conservation Through Pond and Lake Sealing
Time: Noon - 1 p.m.
Where: 201 N. Stone Ave., Ninth floor
Information: Evan Canfield, River and Basin Management Studies Section | 520-724-4600
Description: The Pima County Flood Control District is hosting a presentation on reducing water loss in ponds and
lakes, which is a critical aspect of water conservation, especially in the desert southwest. The presentation
will focus on one of those options– the ESS-13 Pond and Lake Sealing System.
Tucson-Pima County Bicycle Advisory Committee Meeting
Time: 6 - 8 p.m.
Where: Himmel Park Library, 1035 N. Treat Ave.
Information: Corrine Garey, Pima County | 520-724-2610 and, Ann Chaneka, City of Tucson | 520-837-6691
Description: A variety of issues will be discussed including the creation of a new Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinator
position
established at the City of Tucson and at Pima County, development of high-priority bike way improvement
lists in
Tucson and Pima County,
advising the City, County, and ADOT to improve intersections and roadways to
accommodate bicyclists, construction of specialized traffic signals
for bicyclists and pedestrians
and coordinating promotional events and safety programs for bicycling.
Thursday, April 11
Animal Care Advisory Committee Meeting
Time: 4 - 6 p.m.
Where: Pima Animal Care Center- Multipurpose Room, 4000 N. Silverbell Road
Information: Mary Ellen Yandow, Pima Animal Care Center | 520-724-7987
Description: The committee reviews and evaluates the operations and policies of the Pima Animal Care Center to assure the
center keeps pace with the most modern practices and procedures of animal welfare.
Tucson-Pima County Historical Commission Meeting
Time: Noon
Where: Tucson City Hall- Mayor and Council conference room, 255 W. Alameda St.
Information: Roger Randolph, City of Tucson | 520-791-4213
Description: The Commission advises the governing bodies of the County and the City of Tucson on historical
activities and sites,and to organize historical activities for the community.
Friday, April 12
Workforce Investment Board Meeting
Time: 7:30 - 9 a.m.
Where: Pima Community College Community Campus. 401 N. Bonita Ave., Rooms A109-112
Information: Anna M. Cunes, Community Services Employment and training | 520-724-6766
Description: The Pima County Workforce Investment Board (WIB) is authorized by the Department of Labor and appointed
by the Pima County Board of Supervisors to provide recommendations on local workforce policy and oversight of the local Pima County Arizona@Work system
(formerly the One-Stop system) that connects eligible
job-ready youth, adults, and dislocated workers in local growth, high-demand industry occupations. |