Events

What does democracy mean to you? How can we work to keep it? We need your feedback to drive our efforts to defend democracy in our community and country. This will be an interactive forum welcome to all people ages 16 and older. Appetizers provided; other food and drinks available for purchase.

Ms. Santee, one of only a few women Superintendents of a major school district in Illinois, will discuss the critical importance of women’s leadership in education. This event is sponsored by LWV Glen Ellyn.

Join the League of Women Voters of Roselle-Bloomingdale for a discussion on faith and freedom. As our communities face growing divisions that strain both our social fabric and representative democracy, civic education is more important than ever. The principle of separation of church and state ensures government neutrality in religious matters—yet it is increasingly in the news. Recently, a federal judge ruled that Texas’s SB10 law, requiring the Ten Commandments to be displayed in every public school classroom, likely violates both the Establishment and Free Exercise Clauses of the First Amendment. At the same time, the Internal Revenue Service announced [...]

The League of Women Voters of the Palos Orland Area is hosting our next event for voter education: “Fair Voter Maps in Illinois" on Saturday morning, November 8, 2025 at 10am. Join us for conversations at 9:30am. At 10 am, after announcements, Dr. Kate Donovan, a member of the Redistricting Data Hub will join our in-person group by Zoom from New York State. Dr. Donovan will explain how and why maps for federal, state and local districts are created. In Illinois, a bi-partisan effort to draw fair maps for the state legislative districts has until this spring 2026 to get [...]

The League’s trained Observer Corps play a key role in community education and engagement. Trained Observers help their communities stay informed about decisions that impact them locally, while encouraging government transparency and accountability. Interested in being a member of the League Observers Corps? Have you been an observer for more than two or three years and are looking to refresh your trainingand learn about the latest trends? This training will go into the WHY we observe our local legislative bodies as much as the best practices to do so. This training is open only to League members. Register to attend. [...]

The League’s trained Observer Corps play a key role in community education and engagement. Trained Observers help their communities stay informed about decisions that impact them locally, while encouraging government transparency and accountability. Interested in being a member of the League Observers Corps? Have you been an observer for more than two or three years and are looking to refresh your trainingand learn about the latest trends? This training will go into the WHY we observe our local legislative bodies as much as the best practices to do so. This training is open only to League members. Register to attend. [...]

Our monthly Lunch & Learn series will feature a virtual presentation from LWV Chicago Vice President John Engle on the Electoral College on Wednesday, November 19 at noon. This virtual meeting is open only to League members. Register to attend. https://lwvil.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/lwvil/eventRegistration.jsp?event=859&

People in our western suburbs are clamoring for more affordable housing. Where are the reasonably priced homes, condos, and apartments? That’s LWV La Grange Area's question for Tina Rounds, CEO of BEDSPLUS. Tina will help us all understand the extent of the concern, and the solutions she’s found. Since she began as Chief Executive Officer of BEDS PLUS in 2012, she’s gained a deep understanding of the housing challenges facing struggling area residents. With help from her board, staff, and donors she’s found accommodation for thousands of residents needing emergency, interim, transitional, and supportive housing in our local communities. Always [...]

People in our western suburbs are clamoring for more affordable housing. Where are the reasonably priced homes, condos, and apartments? That’s LWV La Grange Area's question for Tina Rounds, CEO of BEDSPLUS. Tina will help us all understand the extent of the concern, and the solutions she’s found. Since she began as Chief Executive Officer of BEDS PLUS in 2012, she’s gained a deep understanding of the housing challenges facing struggling area residents. With help from her board, staff, and donors she’s found accommodation for thousands of residents needing emergency, interim, transitional, and supportive housing in our local communities. Always [...]

Just in time for Thanksgiving, Braver Angels https://braverangels.org/ hosts a workshop to help you learn to navigate difficult conversations. Learn to disagree with others honestly and respectfully while welcoming opportunities to engage and work with those of differing opinions. Braver Angels is an organization whose mission is to bring people together by finding common ground and strengthening our democratic republic. Maryanne Colter from Braver Angels will be our speaker. This event is sponsored by the League of Women Voters of the Palatine, Barrington and Schaumburg Areas. Hybrid: register below. Thursday November 20, 2025 7-8 pm Schaumburg District Library 130 S. [...]

Now more than ever, many are facing the threat of being unhoused, facing hunger, or going without basic healthcare. All are welcome to this community meeting featuring a panel of local nonprofits that focus on local individuals and families who need a helping hand. We will hear from: * Laura Glaza, ED Glen House Food Pantry * Kara Murphy, President of the DuPage Health Coalition * Amy Van Polen, CEO for Bridge Communities If you are able to donate, please bring grocery or pharmacy gift cards. There is also a list of other high-need items on the Glen Ellyn League [...]

Now more than ever, many are facing the threat of being unhoused, facing hunger, or going without basic healthcare. All are welcome to this community meeting featuring a panel of local nonprofits that focus on local individuals and families who need a helping hand. We will hear from: * Laura Glaza, ED Glen House Food Pantry * Kara Murphy, President of the DuPage Health Coalition * Amy Van Polen, CEO for Bridge Communities If you are able to donate, please bring grocery or pharmacy gift cards. There is also a list of other high-need items on the Glen Ellyn League [...]