Thursday, Sep 1, 2022 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Vote411 Research Volunteer Orientation
Hosted On Zoom
This year, we're going to cover more races than ever in our online and print voter guides. This training is for people who want to help make sure we're covering local elections around the state.
Thursday, Sep 1, 2022 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Youth Voting Network - Monthly Meeting
Hosted on Zoom
Are you a young person interested in learning about voting or helping others vote? Come meet other young people who share the same passion and commitment to democracy.
Sunday, Sep 4, 2022 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Democracy Forum. Libraries: Defenders of Democracy
WMPG 90.9 FM, Portland
Streaming at wmpg.org.
“When a library is open, no matter its size or shape, democracy is open, too.” — Bill Moyers.
“When a library is open, no matter its size or shape, democracy is open, too.” — Bill Moyers.
Sunday, Sep 4, 2022 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
LWV-Bangor Sunday Walk
Kenduskeag Stream Trail
Join members of the Bangor League for a walk this Sunday afternoon at the Kenduskeag Stream Trail!
Tuesday, Sep 6, 2022 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
LWV-Capital Area: The Future of Maine's Electric Utilities
LITHGOW PUBLIC LIBRARY, 45 Winthrop St, Augusta
Signatures are being collected for two competing referenda that could be on the ballot next year. Representatives for both referenda will present the pros and cons of the proposals and answer questions from attendees.
Thursday, Sep 8, 2022 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
LWV-Midcoast Monthly Meeting
Hosted on Zoom
The Midcoast chapter meets once a month to discuss upcoming projects, volunteer opportunities, and advocacy efforts. We look forward to seeing you on Zoom!
Thursday, Sep 8, 2022 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
LWV-Capital Area: Book Group
Hosted on Zoom
The LWVME of the Capital Area will begin an eight-week study and discussion of Ijeoma Oluo's book, So You Want to Talk About Race.
Saturday, Sep 10, 2022 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Neighbor to Neighbor for Augusta
Sign up to knock on some doors in Augusta! Our Neighbor to Neighbor canvass reaches out to voters where they are.
Saturday, Sep 10, 2022 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Neighbor to Neighbor for Biddeford
360 Alfred St, Biddeford
Sign up to knock on some doors in Biddeford! Our Neighbor to Neighbor canvass reaches out to voters where they are.
Sunday, Sep 11, 2022 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
LWV-Bangor Sunday Walk
216 Fields Pond Rd, Holden
Join members of the Bangor League for a walk this Sunday afternoon at Fields Pond in Holden!
Monday, Sep 12, 2022 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Neighbor to Neighbor for Portland
246 Auburn St, Portland
Sign up to knock on some doors in Portland! Our Neighbor to Neighbor canvass reaches out to voters where they are.
Tuesday, Sep 13, 2022 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Neighbor to Neighbor for Portland
Sign up to knock on some doors in Biddeford! Our Neighbor to Neighbor canvass reaches out to voters where they are.
Tuesday, Sep 13, 2022 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
LWV-Bangor Book Group
427 Main St, Bangor
Join the Bangor League for a discussion of The Quiet Before: On the Unexpected Origins of Radical Ideas by Gal Beckerman.
Tuesday, Sep 13, 2022 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Speakers' Bureau: Using Your Voice! Literally your voice.
Hosted on Zoom
The League of Women Voters of Maine Speakers' Bureau is made up of members, volunteers, and friends who want to share their knowledge with the public. People of all ages and with any amount of experience are welcome. For this one, we'll focus on the voice as an instrument and work on some techniques for using it effectively.
Wednesday, Sep 14, 2022 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Neighbor to Neighbor for Avesta Properties
Sign up to knock on some doors at Avesta Properties in Southern Maine! Our Neighbor to Neighbor canvass reaches out to voters where they are.
Wednesday, Sep 14, 2022 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Downeast Book Group
Hosted On Zoom
Join us for our monthly book club: To Make Men Free: A History of the Republican Party.
Friday, Sep 16, 2022 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Democracy Forum. Checks and Balances: What Are They? Are They Working?
WERU 89.9 FM
Streaming at weru.org.
"In framing a government, ... the great difficulty is this: You must first enable the government to control the governed; and in the next place, oblige it to control itself." — James Madison
"In framing a government, ... the great difficulty is this: You must first enable the government to control the governed; and in the next place, oblige it to control itself." — James Madison
Saturday, Sep 17, 2022 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Neighbor to Neighbor for Portland
246 Auburn St, Portland
Sign up to knock on some doors in Portland! Our Neighbor to Neighbor canvass reaches out to voters where they are.
Saturday, Sep 17, 2022 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Neighbor to Neighbor for Skowhegan
Sign up to knock on some doors in Skowhegan! Our Neighbor to Neighbor canvass reaches out to voters where they are.
Saturday, Sep 17, 2022 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Neighbor to Neighbor for Orono
Sign up to knock on some doors in Orono! Our Neighbor to Neighbor canvass reaches out to voters where they are.
Sunday, Sep 18, 2022 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
POSTPONED - Neighbor to Neighbor for Bangor
POSTPONED until - Oct. 15th!!!
Sign up to knock on some doors in Bangor! Our Neighbor to Neighbor canvass reaches out to voters where they are.
Sign up to knock on some doors in Bangor! Our Neighbor to Neighbor canvass reaches out to voters where they are.
Wednesday, Sep 21, 2022 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Neighbor to Neighbor for Avesta Properties
Sign up to knock on some doors at Avesta Properties in Southern Maine! Our Neighbor to Neighbor canvass reaches out to voters where they are.
Thursday, Sep 22, 2022 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Neighbor to Neighbor for Avesta Properties
Sign up to knock on some doors at Avesta Properties in Southern Maine! Our Neighbor to Neighbor canvass reaches out to voters where they are.
Thursday, Sep 22, 2022 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Youth Voting Network - Monthly Meeting
Hosted on Zoom
Are you a young person interested in learning about voting or helping others vote? Come meet other young people who share the same passion and commitment to democracy.
Thursday, Sep 22, 2022 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Election Integrity
Gray Public Library, 5 Hancock St, Gray
Find out the laws and procedures put in place to ensure the integrity of Maine elections with guest Secretary of State, Shenna Bellows.
Friday, Sep 23, 2022 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tabling at Common Ground Fair
294 Crosby Brook Rd, Unity
LWVME is tabling at the Common Ground Fair in Unity Friday, September 23rd, through Sunday, September 25th. Come join us!
Saturday, Sep 24, 2022 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Neighbor to Neighbor for Lewiston
Sign up to knock on some doors in Lewiston! Our Neighbor to Neighbor canvass reaches out to voters where they are.
Saturday, Sep 24, 2022 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tabling at Common Ground Fair
294 Crosby Brook Rd, Unity
LWVME is tabling at the Common Ground Fair in Unity Friday, September 23rd, through Sunday, September 25th. Come join us!
Saturday, Sep 24, 2022 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Neighbor to Neighbor for Biddeford
360 Alfred St, Biddeford
Sign up to knock on some doors in Biddeford! Our Neighbor to Neighbor canvass reaches out to voters where they are.
Saturday, Sep 24, 2022 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Clean Elections Sign-Making Party and Community Gathering
Payson Park, 532 Baxter Blvd, Portland
Join us at Payson Park to pick up a "Yes on 3" sign for your yard or window and stick around for cider and donuts, good conversation.
Sunday, Sep 25, 2022 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tabling at Common Ground Fair
294 Crosby Brook Rd, Unity
LWVME is tabling at the Common Ground Fair in Unity Friday, September 23rd, through Sunday, September 25th. Come join us!
Sunday, Sep 25, 2022 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
LWV-Bangor Sunday Walk
1048 State St, Bangor
Join members of the Bangor League for a walk this Sunday afternoon at Mt. Hope Cemetery!
Tuesday, Sep 27, 2022 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Speakers' Bureau Check-In
Hosted on Zoom
The League of Women Voters of Maine Speakers' Bureau is made up of members, volunteers, and friends who want to share their knowledge with the public. People of all ages and with any amount of experience are welcome - whether or not you've ever given a talk, you'll find something useful in our meetings.
Wednesday, Sep 28, 2022 5:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Election Hotline Volunteer Training
Learn how to volunteer with our election hotline service! This quick training will give you the information you need to answer calls for the League's nonpartisan election hotline.
Thursday, Sep 29, 2022 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
What's At Stake in Moore v. Harper?
Hosted On Zoom
Join leading election law experts for this webinar on Moore v. Harper, the major election law case before the Supreme Court this fall. Eliza Sweren-Becker and Derek T. Muller will discuss this important case.
Thursday, Sep 29, 2022 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Portland Ballot Question 4 Explained: What is proportional ranked choice voting?
Hosted On Zoom
Learn how this multi-winner approach differs from the method used in recent elections for at-large seats on the Charter Commission and School Board.
Friday, Sep 30, 2022 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Maine Youth Voting Summit 2022
Kennebec Valley Community College, 92 Western Ave, Fairfield
This day-long event brings together high school and college students to build their civic leadership skills, learn about Maine's government, and how they can make an impact!