Illinois Archives - Page 3 of 5

MARCH Issue of The VOTER

In this Issue of the League of Women Voters of the Elgin Area newsletter: President’s Corner Join us for the LWV of the Elgin Area 83rd Annual Meeting Upcoming Events It’s my Vote; I will be Heard Training It’s Discrimination Against Women and It’s Wrong Illinois’ Budget Crisis, then & now LWV of the Elgin Area- Annual Meeting 2012 Proposed Local Programs 2012-2013 LWV-Elgin Area Nominating Slate of Candidates National League Privatization Study Proposed Budget for 2012 - 2013 Help us put a friendly face on the LWVEA! Member Profile: Theresa Peterson Member Profile: Bonnie Kalaway Did you know? Political Yet [...]

By LWVelginarea|2012-04-03T08:43:08-05:00April 3rd, 2012|

League of Women Voters Celebrates 92nd Birthday

League president urges public to “Power the Vote” The League of Women Voters will celebrate its 92nd birthday on February 14. Founded in 1920 after winning the battle to get women the right to vote, the organization has become synonymous with education and information, especially around elections and voting. The League of Women Voters of the Elgin Area is one of more than 800 Leagues in all 50 states. Since 1920, our goal has been to educate and inform. We respect all points of view; we don’t endorse or oppose any candidate or political party. This is what sets us [...]

By LWVelginarea|2012-02-13T11:47:10-06:00February 13th, 2012|

LWVEA joins other Fox Valley organizations to celebrate Women’s History

Mary Cassat Self portrait. Image via WikipediaHave you RSVPed for the Women’s History Month Brunch? Be sure to phone in your reservation. At the event you will meet and learn about the life of a woman who was talented, passionate about art and determined to make it her career. Now recognized as one of the foremost American painters and printmakers of the 19th century, Mary Cassatt (who will be portrayed by Lynn Rymarz) was the only American to exhibit with the original French Impressionists. She also played a critical role in securing many of their works for American museums. Reservation Deadline: Tuesday, February [...]

By LWVelginarea|2012-02-06T10:28:29-06:00February 6th, 2012|

Save the Date: Congressional Candidate Forum

Join the League of Women Voters of the Elgin Area as we welcome candidates from Illinois' US Congressional District 6 for a moderated Candidates Forum. Who: 6th Congressional Districts When: February 11, 2012 9AM-Noon Where: Palatine Village Hall Moderator: Robin LaBedz These candidates will be on the ballot for the upcoming General Primary on March 20, 2012. Not sure where your polling place is or which District you're represented in? Take a look at the Illinois Board of Elections search tool. Other Upcoming Forums: January 23, 2012 6:30 pm Norris Center, St. Charles Candidates Forum - Kane County Chair [...]

By LWVelginarea|2012-01-23T13:34:00-06:00January 23rd, 2012|