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SEPTEMBER 2008 3RD
THIRSTDAY NIGHT CAFE The Mexicanas of the Tempe Normal School: A Look at the Cultural and Educational Foundation of Tempe, 1885 to 1936 Dr. Christine Marin will discuss the children, born of unions between Tempe's Anglo-American men and Mexicanas, who were among the earliest Mexican American alumni of the Tempe Normal School. These provide examples of the educational history of Tempe. This program is part of a series of free monthly programs, presented by the Tempe Historical Museum, that run from September through November and January through April on the third Thursday of the month. VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION Come take a behind-the-scenes tour and explore all that volunteers can do at the museum. For Further information call (480) 350-5190. OCTOBER 2008
JEWEL IN THE DESERT This first-time event and exhibit is a rare opportunity to experience Muslim culture and history. Admission is free. View a PDF flyer about the event.
TEMPE HISTORICAL SOCIETY LUNCH TALK Bring your lunch and hear Chautauquan Don Garate present Juan Bautista de Anza, an extraordinary frontiersman who joined the frontier military at fifteen and eventually became the captain of Tubac presidio. Chautauquans, also known as living history speakers, assume the roles of significant figures from the past. Sponsored by the Arizona Humanities Council. Coffee is provided. Admission is free.
3RD THIRSTDAY NIGHT CAFE
Sustainable Strategies: What Can We Learn from the Tempe
Transportation Center? This is part of a series of free monthly programs, presented by the Tempe Historical Museum, that run from September through November and January through April.
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