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100th Anniversary
- 100th Anniversary of the Passage of the 19th Amendment – A few interesting facts
- Mark your calendar : December 1st – Book Discussion with Newton resident Barbara Berenson and author Massachusetts in the Woman Suffrage Movement
- After Suffrage: A 20/20 Perspective on Women’s Rights, 1920 – 2020
- A Successful Book Group with author Barbara Berenson
- The Citizen’s Senate: The final decade of the suffrage movement
- Where are the Suffragists?
- The League Presents: Voting Rights for Women – League of Women Voters & Suffrage 100 Massachusetts
- REGISTER NOW: Civics Challenge – March 1
- The Abolitionist Origins of the Women’s Suffrage Movement
- Newton City Council Testimonial Commendation: League of Women Voters 100th Anniversary
- League of Women Voters 100th Anniversary Party
- Volunteer Opportunity – Celebration of the Adoption of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution
- #NewtonTogether…
- Suffrage100 MA – Blue Bird Day
- NY Times marks the 100th anniversary of Women’s suffrage
ACT - Action & Advocacy
- Yes for a New Charter campaign retrospective
- It’s not too late to complete your 2020 Census!
- The Census Needs YOU — Please Volunteer NOW.
- The LWVN Needs YOU to be the Eyes & Ears of the League
- Voices of the Next Generation: A Youth Panel on Civic Action
- LWVN Supports Sending Docket Item Regarding Electrification in New Construction Back to Committee
- LWVN Supports An Act Promoting Community Immunity
- LWVN Joins U-CHAN on Recommendations for the Use of ARPA Funds for Housing Needs
- LWVN Signs on To Petition Supporting Funding for Early Education and Child Care
- Women’s Inequality Day – August 26
- LWVN Joins U-CHAN on Follow-Up Petition to the Mayor Regarding the Use of ARPA Funds for Housing Needs
- LWVN Supports Village Center Overlay District
- Contact Your State Representatives Regarding HD4220, An Act Modernizing Firearm Laws
- LWVN Supports Northland Charlemont Project
- Banned Books Week: October 1-October 7
- LWVN Joins Newton for Everyone
- LWVN Reaffirms Its Support of Village Center Overlay District in its Current Form
- Special City Council Meeting to Consider Village Center Overlay District
- Newton City Council Approves Zoning Reform
- GBIO In-District Meeting with State Legislators on Housing and Mental Health Justice
- LWVN Urges Adoption of Building Emissions Reduction and Disclosure Ordinance
- Protect Our Immigrant Communities
- LWVN Sends Email to Mayor with List of Transparency Report Priorities
- Defend the Commonwealth from Federal Threats
- Newton Beacon Publishes LWVN Letter to Editor on Running for Office
- LWVN Sends Letter to City Councilor Baker Expressing Disappointment on Exclusion of Public Comment from ZAP Hearing
- Our Day at Day on the Hill
- LWVN Submits Comments in Opposition to Petition Requiring Proof of Citizenship to Register to Vote
- LWVN Sends Letter to Programs & Services in Support of Proposed City Council Rule Changes
- LWVN Submits Comments to the Draft 2026-2030 Newton Climate Action Plan
- LWVN Sends Letter to Programs & Services in Advance of Meeting on Proposed Changes to the City Charter
- LWVN Sends Letter to Mayor and City Council Regarding Selection of Docket Tracking Software
- LWVN Submits Letter in Support of BERDO for Certain Residential Owners
- LWVN Sends Letter to Programs & Services in Advance of Meeting on Proposed Early Voting Hours
- LWVN Sends Letter to Mayor Regarding Transparency of Election Commission Meetings
Annual Meeting
- 2010 Annual Meeting Workbook
- LWV Newton 2011 Annual Meeting
- LWVN 2012 Annual Meeting
- LWVN 2013 Annual Meeting
- LWVN welcomes its new 2013-2014 Board
- Three Local Leaders Receive National Recognition after 50 Years of Service
- Join us at our 2014 Annual Meeting, May 22
- What will your climate change legacy be?
- Save the date for the LWVN Annual Meeting!
- RSVP for Annual Meeting May 28th!
- LWVN Annual Meeting Workbook Now Available!
- Don’t forget to RSVP for the LWVN Annual Meeting!
- Annual Meeting this Thursday at 6 pm
- Welcome to the 2015-16 LWVN Board
- Nominate an LWVN Volunteer for the 2016 Jane Leighton Award!
- LWVN Annual Meeting on June 2nd!
- LWVN Annual Meeting This Thursday–Don’t forget to RSVP!
- LWVN Welcomes New Board for 2016-17
- Mark Your Calendars for Upcoming LWVN Meetings and Events!
- Save the Date–June 15th: LWVN Annual Meeting
- Save the date: LWVN Annual Meeting on June 15th!
- Call to Annual Meeting on June 15th
- RSVPs for Annual Meeting needed ASAP!
- Save the date: LWVN Annual Meeting on June 14th!
- Save the date: LWVN Annual Meeting on June 14th!
- LWVN Annual Meeting on June 14th, 6 pm
- LWVN Annual Meeting on June 14th, 6 pm
- RSVP today for LWVN Annual Meeting on June 14th, 6 pm
- LWVN 2018 Annual Meeting Workbook is Ready!
- Updated Annual Meeting Workbook available here
- RSVP today for LWVN Annual Meeting on June 14th, 6 pm
- RSVP today for LWVN Annual Meeting on June 14th, 6 pm
- Thanks to all those at the LWVN Annual Meeting
- Annual Meeting: Save the Date!
- Annual Meeting: Save the Date on May 30th
- Annual Meeting: Save the Date on May 30th
- RSVP today for LWVN Annual Meeting on May 30th at 6pm
- RSVP today for LWVN Annual Meeting on May 30th at 6pm
- LWVN Annual Meeting this Thursday, May 30th at 6pm
- LWVN welcomes the new 2019-2020 Board!
- Newton Citizens Climate Action Plan (from Annual Meeting)
- Annual Meeting Update
- Annual Meeting Update
- 2026 Annual Meeting Update
Archives
- Primary Election, September 2009
- 2010 Annual Meeting Workbook
- Primary Election Sept. 14
- Stormwater Management I
- Stormwater Management II
- Newton League of Women Voters hosts all-star cast of candidates
- General Election: Candidate Debates
- Just Say No, No, No on the Ballot Questions this Election Day
- Election Day is Tuesday, November 2
- Support Safe Sidewalks Year Round
- Open letter to Mayor Warren
- Public Hearing for Snow Removal Ordinance
- Sidewalk Snow Clearing – An Update and Q & A on the Proposed Ordinance: December 2010 Topic Meeting
- Safe Sidewalks Ordinance Amendments
- LWV Massachusetts Presents: Women’s Health in the 21st Century: What We Need to Know
- Green Decade 2011 Environmental Speaker Series – Film: “The Work of 1000”
- Sidewalk Snow Ordinance Letter to the Newton TAB
- Sidewalk Snow Ordinance Update: February
- Land Use Review Consensus Meetings: March 2011 Topic Meeting
- Next Step for Snow Ordinance
- Sidewalk Snow Ordinance Update – March 15
- A Step Forward for Safe Sidewalks!
- LWVMA Day on the Hill
- You’re Invited! – Join Us for an Informational Social
- Meet Newton Public Schools Superintendent David A. Fleishman: May 2011 Topic Meeting
- “Don’t Just Stand There… Run!” Candidates’ Workshop
- LWV Newton 2011 Annual Meeting
- LWV Massachusetts 2011 Convention
- September Topic Meeting – Economic Development
- LWVN featured in Newton Patch online photo album
- Jackson Homestead and Museum Present “Newton Salutes” LWVN Exhibit
- LWVUS National Consensus Study: Role of the Federal Government in Public Education
- LWVUS National Consensus Study: Role of the Federal Government in Public Education
- LWVN Public Forum: The Future of Transportation in Newton
- LWVN Municipal Candidates Debates
- This Weekend! – LWVN Municipal Candidates Debates
- 2011 LWVN Voters Guide is here!
- Your Vote Makes a Difference!
- LWVN November Topic Meeting – National Consensus Study on Privatization
- Thank You for a Successful Transportation Forum
- Check out the new LWVUS website!
- Help Wanted…National Privatization Consensus Study
- LWVN January Topic Meeting: Getting Involved in Newton
- February Topic Meeting: A Conversation About Newton’s Election Commission
- 2012 National Program Planning
- Getting Involved in Newton, Continued
- Deadline to Register to Vote in Presidential Primary
- March Topic Meeting – Local Program Planning
- Presidential Primary Election – Tuesday, March 6
- Is It Time for a Charter Commission?
- April Topic Meeting – National Privatization Study Consensus Meetings
- City of Newton Open Space Survey
- LWVUS – New Education Position
- LWVMA Council 2012
- LWVMA 2012 Day on the Hill
- LWVN Annual Meeting
- LWVN Public Forum – No Parking?
- Thank You for a Successful Parking Forum
- LWVN 2012 Annual Meeting
- Join LWVN for Primary Candidates’ Debates
- Don’t Forget to Vote! – the State Primary Election is on THURSDAY, September 6, 2012
- Affordable Housing Forum
- September Topic Meeting – Report on LWVUS National Convention
- City of Newton to Hold First Annual Walk/Bike Week
- Fourth Congressional District Candidates’ Forum on October 15
- Local LWVN-sponsored Candidates’ Debates
- Watch LWVN Co-sponsored Debates
- October Topic Meeting – 2012 State Ballot Questions
- November Topic Meeting – Newton’s Override Proposal
- LWVN Member Meeting – League Vote on Newton’s Override Proposal
- LWVN February Topic Meeting – Education Study Update
- Day on the Hill 2013
- Spring into Spring with the League! Membership Event
- LWVN March Topic Meeting – Local Program Planning
- LWV Needham Event: The Influence of Money on Our Democracy: What Can “We the People” Do?
- Green Decade Earth Day Program – Everything You’ve Always Wanted to Know About Trash and Recycling, But Were Afraid to Ask!
- LWV Newton Candidates’ Workshop: “Don’t Stand There…Run!”
- Don’t Forget to Vote! Special Senate Primary Election is Tuesday, April 30
- LWV Massachusetts 2013 Convention
- LWVN May Topic Meeting – Money and Politics: Defining the Problem, Exploring Solutions
- Wanted: LWVN Files up through 2013
Candidate Forums
- We need your questions for all candidates!
- Three Candidates’ Forums completed…eight to go!
- Questions Needed: Upcoming forums for Mayor, City Council and School Committee
- Candidates’ Forums are now available!
- Thanks for our volunteers for the most recent forums!
- Watch LWVN/NewTV Candidates’ Forums this week!
- LWVN Voter Info: Forums and Guides all now available
- All the Candidate’s Info you need…in one place!
- Plan your vote for this Tuesday–be informed!
- Middlesex County DA Candidates’ Debate, July 24, 7 pm in Arlington, MA
- ‘What a difference a DA makes’ on Thursday, July 12 with Rahsaan Hall of the ACLU
- Middlesex County DA Debate Available Online
- What do you want to ask the candidates? Let us know!
- Middlesex County DA Debate Available Online
- What do you want to ask the candidates? Let us know!
- What do you want to ask Governor’s Council candidates?
- Middlesex County DA Debate Available Online
- Middlesex County DA and Governor’s Council Debates Available Online
- 4th Congressional District Forum featuring Joe Kennedy and Gary Rucinski
- Middlesex County DA and Governor’s Council Debates Available Online
- 4th Congressional District Forum featuring Joe Kennedy and Gary Rucinski
- LWVMA Moderator Training on June 12 in Beverly
- Send us your questions for candidates in the upcoming elections!
- Update on Candidates’ Forums for 2019 Municipal Election
- Update on Candidates’ Forums
- Voter Service Update for the Fall 2019 Municipal Election
- 4th Congressional District: 2020 Candidate Forum – August 5
- Watch the 4th District Candidate Forum
- Questions for Upcoming Candidate Forum: Please Submit by February 15, 2021
- City Council Candidate Forum recordings now available
- Submit your questions for the Newton 2021 Municipal Election
- Preliminary Mayoral Candidates Forum
- Send your questions for the candidates: Newton Municipal Election, Nov 2, 2021
- The League Presents… Newton’s 2023 New Candidates for School Committee
- Seeking Questions for Candidate Forum for Governor’s Council District 3
- Candidate Forum for Governor’s Council District 3
- Candidate Forum for 11th Middlesex District Representative Available to View
- Candidate Forums for the November 2025 Municipal Election Available to View
- Seeking Questions for Candidate Forums
- Seeking Questions for Candidate Forums
- September Primary Election Candidate Forums
Charter Commission
- 2009-2010 LWVN Charter Study
- Charter Study Resource Page
- Charter Study: Florence Rubin Interview
- 2012-2013 Charter Commission Initiative
- Your signature can make the difference!
- Charter Commission Petition a Success!
- Charter Reform Committee Needs Volunteers!
- Charter Commission Nomination Papers Available Now!
- ‘All About Charter Commissions’ available online!
- Meet the Charter Commission Candidates on Wednesday, 7 – 9 p.m.
- Thanks to all who helped this election season!
- First Charter Commission Meeting on November 23rd
- Be a Charter Commission Observer!
- Charter Commission Update
- Charter Commission Meeting Observer Notes 11-23-15
- Charter Commission Observers and Notes
- 1st Public Hearing on the Charter on Thursday, December 17
- Charter Commission Meeting Observer Notes 12-9-15
- 12-16-15 Charter Commission Meeting
- Charter Commission Meeting Observer Notes 1-14-16
- Charter Commission Meeting, Wednesday, January 27th
- Charter Commission Meeting Observer Notes 1-27-16
- A Conversation about the Charter Commission, sponsored by FAS, on February 23
- Tuesday, February 23: A Conversation about the Charter Commission, sponsored by FAS
- Newton Charter Commission Meeting on Monday
- Public Hearing on the Charter This Wednesday!
- Charter Commission Meeting Observer Notes: 2-10-16
- Charter Commission Meeting Observer Notes: Public Hearing 3-9-16
- Charter Commission Meeting Observer Notes: 3-16-16
- Time to send your opinions to the Charter Commission!
- Charter Commission Public Hearing on the City Council
- LWVN Statement on the Size of the City Council
- Charter Commission Public Hearing Observer Notes 3-30-16
- Charter Commission Roundtable Discussion Observer Notes 3-31-16
- Charter Commission Meeting Observer Notes 4-6-16
- Charter Commission Meeting Observer Notes 4-13-16
- April 27 CC Meeting Observer Notes
- May 4th CC Meeting–Observer Notes
- Charter Commission Meeting Observer Notes 5-11-16
- Charter Commission Observer Notes 5-18-16
- Charter Commission Update
- Charter Commission Observer Notes 6-1-16
- Charter Commission Observer Notes 6-15-16
- 6-29-16 Charter Commission Meeting Observer Notes
- 7-12-16 Charter Commission Observer Notes
- Charter Commission Meeting 8-24-16
- The Charter Commission wants to hear from you! Let them know your thoughts on the City Council proposals.
- 9-14-16 CC Public Hearing on Area Councils
- Charter Commission Meeting 9-28-16
- Charter Commission Meeting 10-19-16
- Charter Commission Meeting Notes Available 10-19-16
- Charter Commission Meeting 10-28-16
- New Charter Commission Observer Notes Available
- Charter Commission Meeting Observer Notes 11-16-16
- Charter Commission Meeting 11-30-16
- Charter Commission Meeting 1-11-17
- Charter Commission Meeting Notes Available!
- Charter Commission Meeting 1-25-17
- Charter Commission Meeting 2-1-17
- Charter Commission Meeting 2-15-17
- Topic Meetings on Charter Commission This Thursday, March 2, 8 am and 7 pm
- Charter Commission Public Hearing: 3-15-17
- CC Meeting 3-30-17
- Charter Commission Meeting 4-12-17
- Don’t Miss It: April 30th Member Meeting on the Charter Commission Proposal
- Charter Commission Meeting: April 26, 3017
- LWVN Member Meeting on the City Charter Proposal
- Can’t Miss TV! The League Presents: 2 discussions about the proposed new charter
- Thanks to all involved in the Yes for a Newton Charter campaign
- Yes for a New Charter campaign retrospective
City of Newton Info
- Crystal Lake – The Impact of an Urban Environment on a Natural Lake: November 2010 Topic Meeting
- Sidewalk Snow Clearing – An Update and Q & A on the Proposed Ordinance: December 2010 Topic Meeting
- LWVN January Topic Meeting: Getting Involved in Newton
- November Topic Meeting – Newton’s Override Proposal
- Funding Newton’s Post-Retirement Benefits – The “OPEB” Issue: Topic Meeting
- Recycling Information from Newton DPW
- Thanks to Andreae Downs and Lucia Dolan for the Docket Digest!
- Meet Mayor Fuller!
- The League Presents: Newton Power Choice
- Newton Power Choice: Video and City Info
- Substance Abuse Recovery Night–March 8th in Lexington
- Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast: Wednesday, May 23rd, 7:30 am
- Community Leaders Meeting on April 26th with Mayor Fuller
- Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast: Wednesday, May 23rd, 7:30 am
- Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast: Wednesday, May 23rd, 7:30 am
- City of Newton Commendation in Memory of Jane Leighton
- 1 Seat Left at LWVN Table! Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast: Wednesday, May 23rd, 7:30 am
- Participate in the planning for Washington Street–start today!
- Next ‘Village People’ meeting on June 13, 7 pm
- Community Meeting on Levingston Cove at Crystal Lake, May 30, 7 pm
- Haywood House hearing at ZBA, June 6th, 7 pm
- Massachusetts Leadership in the Woman Suffrage Movement by Barbara Berenson on June 5th
- Participate in the planning for Washington Street this week
- Participate in the planning for Washington Street this Tuesday, 5:30 pm
- National Night Out, hosted by the Newton Police Department, on August 7th
- Recycling News from Councilor Crossley
- Consider applying for Newton’s Blue Ribbon Compensation Commission
- Discussion on Opioids in Our Community, Thursday, October 25th
- ‘Hello Washington Street’ Vision Plan and Zoning Recommendations
- Consider applying for Newton’s Blue Ribbon Compensation Commission
- Info on Municipal Ballot Questions
- Info on Municipal Ballot Questions
- State and Local Resources for Tuesday’s Election
- Voting Information for Tuesday
- Washington Street Vision Document is ready for comments!
- JCHE responses to questions on Golda Meir House expansion
- Thursday Topic Meeting on Newton Power Choice
- Washington Street Vision Document is ready for comments!
- Zoning Redesign Ward Meetings–Dates and Times
- City of Newton: Newton Power Choice Contract is Signed!
- Newton Food Drive BREAKFAST FOODS for our Newton Food Pantries
- Riverside Visioning Community Open House
- Valnetine’s Day meeting on Hazard Mitigation Plan
- LWVN remembers Reverend Howard Haywood
- LWVN remembers Linda Plaut
- Comment on Changes to MBTA Bus Routes
- Updates on City Planning, Spring 2020
- LWVN remembers Brian Yates
- Participate in the survey on salaries for elected officials in Newton
- Participate in the survey on salaries for elected officials in Newton
- Participate in the survey on salaries for elected officials in Newton
- Celebrate 2 CPC Projects: Newton Highlands Playground and the Whipple Fence
- 3rd Annual Gas Leak Tagging Event on April 28th, 9 am from Mothers Out Front
- 3rd Annual Gas Leak Tagging Event on April 28th, 9 am from Mothers Out Front
- Join the LWVN Table at the Mayor’s Community Prayer Breakfast on Friday, May 31
- 2 Seats Left! Join the LWVN Table at the Mayor’s Community Prayer Breakfast on Friday, May 31
- Letter from Newton City Council Zoning and Planning Committee Chair
- 1 Seat Left! Join the LWVN Table at the Mayor’s Community Prayer Breakfast on Friday, May 31
- Newton Community Arts & Culture Survey
- Newton Community Arts & Culture Survey
- Take the Community Preservation Committee Survey
- Newton Citizens Climate Action Plan (from Annual Meeting)
- Recycling Update: No Cartons!
- 10¢ Paper Bag Fee Approved
- Adding to Newton’s Affordable Housing Stock
- Newton Community Preservation Program Survey
- The League Presents: A conversation with Ruthanne Fuller, Mayor of Newton
- What did LWVN do this week? The Pollworkers’ Party and the Supper for Elected Officials
- Community Open Sessions: Personal Experiences with NPD
- Staying Informed: Follow Newton’s City Council, Boards & Commissions
- The LWVN Needs YOU to be the Eyes & Ears of the League
- The League Presents: A Conversation with Susan Albright, President of the Newton City Council
- The League Presents: Saying Thank You and Good-bye – A conversation with outgoing City Clerk David Olson
- The League Presents: Newton’s Municipal Budget
- Reimagining Our Village Centers
- Educational Forum: American Rescue Plan Act
- 2022 Newton Inaugurations and Inaugural Addresses
- Remarks of Chief Justice Budd for Inauguration of Mayor Ruthanne Fuller January 2022
- Mayor Ruthanne Fuller: Inaugural Address – January 2022
- School Committee Chair Tamika Olszewski: Inaugural Address January 2022
- Community Update Meeting for NewCal
- Voter Information: November 4, 2025 Newton Municipal Election
Community Preservation
- The Community Preservation Commission (CPC) wants to hear from you!
- Haywood House hearing at ZBA, June 6th, 7 pm
- Help LWVN evaluate the Webster Woods CPC application
- Help LWVN evaluate the Webster Woods CPC application
- Help Wanted! Volunteer needed to lead LWVN’s CPC Committee
- Help Wanted: Join LWVN’s CPC Committee
- LWVN support two CPC applications: Webster Woods and the Golda Meir House expansion
- JCHE responses to questions on Golda Meir House expansion
- LWVN Comments on CPC Applications
- Celebrate 2 CPC Projects: Newton Highlands Playground and the Whipple Fence
- The League Presents: The Newton Community Preservation Committee
- Take the Community Preservation Committee Survey
- Newton Community Preservation Program Survey
- LWVN supports the acquisition of Webster Woods
- LWVN supports creation of a COVID-19 Emergency Housing Relief Program
Consensus Studies - MA
- Join LWVMA’s Study Committee on Charter Schools
- Join the Ballot Question Study Committee by July 15
- Join the LWVMA Ballot Question Study Committee by July 27th
- Save your red ‘2018 Information for Voters’ guide for a League study!
- Save your red ‘2018 Information for Voters’ guide for a League study!
- Wondering about how state ballot questions work? Information and Discussion on December 9th
- Wondering about how state ballot questions work? Information and Discussion on December 9th
- Materials for State Study on Ballot Question Process
- Resources for LWVMA Study on State Ballot Question Process
- Consensus Meeting on State Ballot Question Process: Sunday, January 13th, 2 – 4 pm
- Consensus Meeting Success!
- LWVMA Reparations Study for Black Americans
Consensus Studies - Newton
- Land Use Review Consensus Meetings: March 2011 Topic Meeting
- Thank You for a Successful Transportation Forum
- Thank You for a Successful Parking Forum
- LWVN February Topic Meeting – Education Study Update
- LWVN March Topic Meeting – Local Program Planning
- Transportation Information Meeting on November 14th, 11:30 am and 7 pm
- Membership Approves Consensus Study Committee on Zoning
- Join Our Consensus Study Committees
Consensus Studies - US
- LWVUS National Consensus Study: Role of the Federal Government in Public Education
- LWVN November Topic Meeting – National Consensus Study on Privatization
- April Topic Meeting – National Privatization Study Consensus Meetings
- LWVUS – New Education Position
- The Politics of Food: A panel discussion by the Lexington LWV
- The POLITICS of FOOD: You Are What You Eat
- Agricultural Consensus Meeting–Wednesday, March 19
- Agriculture Study News–Update
- October Topic Meeting: Amending the US Constitution
- Topic/Consensus Meeting on Thursday, October 15th, 11:30 am – 1 pm
- January 13: Keeping the American Promise: Money, Free Speech & Democracy
- January Topic Meeting: Money in Politics
- Join us for these upcoming LWVN and LWVMA events!
- Money in Politics Consensus Meeting–Thursday, January 28th
- Where does the League stand on immigration?
Education
- Meet Newton Public Schools Superintendent David A. Fleishman: May 2011 Topic Meeting
- LWVUS – New Education Position
- LWVN February Topic Meeting – Education Study Update
- Early Childhood Education Forum this Wednesday, October 16, at 7 p.m.
- For the People: A Civic Education Competition
- Education Committee Update
- Funding Newton’s Educational Technology: Topic Meeting
- LWVN Letter to the TAB about Metco
- Civics Bee Volunteers Needed!
- Join LWVMA’s Study Committee on Charter Schools
- March 9, 2016 Topic Meeting – Later Start Times for Newton High Schools
- Women Have Always Worked: The US Experience 1700-1920
- Volunteer at Newton Civics Day on Tuesday, May 28th!
- Volunteer at Newton Civics Day on Tuesday, May 28th!
- Be a Part of Newton Civics Day on Tuesday, May 28th!
- REGISTER NOW: Civics Challenge – March 1
- How Does the MA Legislature Work?
- Book Group Discussion: Factfulness
- 2022 Civics Challenge
- LWVN Signs on To Petition Supporting Funding for Early Education and Child Care
- Banned Books Week: October 1-October 7
- LWVN Urges Mayor and School Committee to Secure a Fair Contract with NTA
- LWVN Opinion Letter on the State of Newton’s Public Schools and Civic Engagement Published in The Newton Beacon
- LWVN Urges City Council President to Call a Special Election for Vacant School Committee Seat
- See the Recording of our Topic Meeting on Ballot Question #2
- Canceled – Middle School Civics Challenge
Elected officials
- Watch the video: A conversation with Jake Auchincloss – February 15, 2023
- Watch the video: A conversation with Newton’s state legislative delegation – March 6, 2023
- GBIO In-District Meeting with State Legislators on Housing and Mental Health Justice
- LWVN Urges City Council President to Call a Special Election for Vacant School Committee Seat
- Legislative Roundtable with our State Reps
- Saturday Afternoon at the Races a Success!
- Fall Legislative Roundtable with our State Reps
- The League Presents: A Discussion with Superintendent Anna Nolin
- The League Presents: An Interview with City Clerk Drew Willison
Elections
- Primary Election, September 2009
- Primary Election Sept. 14
- Newton League of Women Voters hosts all-star cast of candidates
- General Election: Candidate Debates
- Just Say No, No, No on the Ballot Questions this Election Day
- Election Day is Tuesday, November 2
- “Don’t Just Stand There… Run!” Candidates’ Workshop
- February Topic Meeting: A Conversation About Newton’s Election Commission
- Presidential Primary Election – Tuesday, March 6
- Don’t Forget to Vote! – the State Primary Election is on THURSDAY, September 6, 2012
- Fourth Congressional District Candidates’ Forum on October 15
- Local LWVN-sponsored Candidates’ Debates
- October Topic Meeting – 2012 State Ballot Questions
- LWV Newton Candidates’ Workshop: “Don’t Stand There…Run!”
- Don’t Forget to Vote! Special Senate Primary Election is Tuesday, April 30
- Vote Tuesday, June 25 in the Special Senate and Municipal Election!
- Question Time! Ward 1 Alderman Candidates’ Debate on August 29th at 7 pm
- Voter Information for the Tuesday, September 17th Preliminary Election
- Tonight!! Mayoral Candidates Will Debate on September 12th on NewTV
- Vote on September 17th in Newton’s Preliminary Elections!
- Voter Information for the Tuesday, November 5th Municipal Election
- Alderman and School Committee Candidates Debate on Thursday, October 3 and 10
- Candidates’ Debates This Thursday–New Time!!
- Mayoral Debate at the Newton Free Library on Tuesday, October 22
- Mayoral, Aldermen, and School Committee Debates on NewTV
- LWVN 2013 Voters Guide Is Here!
- LWVMA Voters Guide for September Election Available
- LWV Commentary on November’s Ballot Questions
- Brush up on State Treasurer and Auditor Candidates
- DON’T give it your best guess!
- Send LWVN your questions for candidates!
- September 3: Ward 2 Alderman at Large Candidates’ Forum
- Tuesday, September 1 Forum: All About City Charter Commissions
- What would you ask the candidates? We want to know!
- Reminder: Upcoming Election Events on Sept. 1 and 3
- Tonight! All About City Charter Commissions
- Don’t Just Stand There…Run: Candidates and the Media
- Ward 2 Alderman-at-Large Candidates’ Forum online and on TV!
- Don’t Forget to Vote: Preliminary Election on Thursday, September 17th!
- LWVN/NewTV Candidates’ Forums for the November Elections
- Ward 5 Area Council Candidates’ Events
- Meet the Charter Commission Candidates–October 14th and 21st
- Candidates’ Forums and Statements Available Online
- My advice to the candidates: Twenty-five tips for running a successful campaign (by Greg Reibman)
- Two Open Houses for Charter Commission Candidates
- Money in Politics Powerpoint Presentation
- Watch all the LWVN/NewTV Candidates’ Forums Online
- Tri-Council Candidates’ Forums from the Area Councils
- Breaking Barriers: Gender Politics in Government
- Municipal Elections on Tuesday, November 3rd
- Thanks to all who helped this election season!
- LWVMA Participates in Early Voting Challenge
- Newton Needs Poll Workers
- Topic Meeting on Elections: Wednesday, February 3rd
- Be sure to vote in the Presidential Primary on Tuesday!
- Register to vote by Friday for September primary!
- Send us your questions for regional candidates
- WBUR and WGBH Events on Ballot Questions
- LWVN/NewTV Candidates’ Forums Online
- Primary Election Day is this THURSDAY!
- Watch the Presidential Debate with League Members!
- This Wednesday, 7 pm: Public Hearing on the Charter Commission Preliminary Report
- Updated: Upcoming LWVN Meetings (with locations!)
- Don’t Just Stand There…Run! on April 27th at 7 pm
- Where does LWV stand on the Election Integrity Commission request?
- Volunteers Needed for Candidates’ Forums and Vote411 Guide
- Questions Needed for Mayoral Forum and Ward 1 Ward Councilor Forum
- LWVN/NewTV Mayoral Candidates’ Forum on August 9th at 7:30 pm
- Candidates for Municipal Elections are Certified
- LWVN/NewTV Mayoral Candidates’ Forum on August 9th at 7:30 pm
- LWVN/NewTV Mayoral Candidates’ Forum Available Online
- Questions Needed for LWVN Voters’ Guide
- Register to vote thru August 23rd for preliminary election
- LWVN to include write-in candidate in forums and Voters Guide
- Preliminary Election Day is THIS Tuesday!
- From LWV Wellesley, September 28th: Gerrymandering: Why It’s More Complicated Than Most People Think
- We need your questions for all candidates!
- Three Candidates’ Forums completed…eight to go!
- Questions Needed: Upcoming forums for Mayor, City Council and School Committee
- Candidates’ Forums are now available!
- Thanks for our volunteers for the most recent forums!
- LWVN volunteers registers 88 students to vote in Newton
- VOTE411: Online Voters’ Guide Available Tuesday, October 10th
- October 18th deadline to register to vote; absentee ballots now available
- LWVN Voters’ Guide: VOTE411.org is here!
- Watch LWVN/NewTV Candidates’ Forums this week!
- Another way to help pass the charter proposal: talk to your friends and neighbors
- LWVN Voter Info: Forums and Guides all now available
- Another reason to vote YES on the charter: the myths of the home rule petition
- Countdown to November 7th: can you spare an hour or two?
- All the Candidate’s Info you need…in one place!
- Plan your vote for this Tuesday–be informed!
- LWVN strongly urges voters to say “yes” to the charter proposal
- Charter Proposal Fails to Pass–Home Rule Petition to be Discussed Tonight
- The League Presents: Meet Newton’s new elected officials
- Help thank our poll workers on Thursday, December 14th!
- Poll Workers’ Thank You Party this Thursday!
- Help create the LWVMA Online Voters Guide for the state primary and general elections!
- Gerrymandering: Why It’s More Complicated Than You Might Think–by LWV of Walpole, Westwood and Dedham
- Help create the LWVMA Online Voters Guide for the state primary and general elections!
- Voter Registration Deadline for the State Primary Election: August 15th
- LWVMA Positions on November Ballot Questions
- Voter Registration Volunteers needed at Drumlin Farm on August 3 and24
- Voter Registration Deadline for the State Primary Election: August 15th
- Absentee ballots but no early voting in September Primary
- Middlesex County DA Debate Available Online
- LWVMA Online Voters Guide
- What do you want to ask the candidates? Let us know!
- Middlesex County DA Debate Available Online
- LWVMA Online Voters Guide
- What do you want to ask the candidates? Let us know!
- Voter Registration Deadline for the State Primary Election: August 15th
- U.S. 2020 Census Question: Do This by Tuesday!
- What do you want to ask Governor’s Council candidates?
- Middlesex County DA Debate Available Online
- LWVMA Online Voters Guide Now Available!
- LWVMA Online Voters Guide is fixed and now available!
- Middlesex County DA and Governor’s Council Debates Available Online
- 4th Congressional District Forum featuring Joe Kennedy and Gary Rucinski
- LWVMA Online Voters Guide is now available!
- Middlesex County DA and Governor’s Council Debates Available Online
- 4th Congressional District Forum featuring Joe Kennedy and Gary Rucinski
- Still undecided? Let LWVN and LWVMA help you!
- Tuesday is Primary Day–be sure to vote!
- Save your red ‘2018 Information for Voters’ guide for a League study!
- ‘A Conversation on Preserving Transgender Rights in MA’ on October 22 at 7 pm by LWV of Needham
- LWVMA: Volunteer to help protect our elections
- Over 100 new registered voters at Newton North High School
- October 16th forum in Wellesley on Election Security: Threats and Solutions
- ‘A Conversation on Preserving Transgender Rights in MA’ on October 22 at 7 pm by LWV of Needham
- Yes, you CAN vote early in state and special municipal elections!!
- Yes, you CAN vote this week in state and special municipal elections!!
- Info on Municipal Ballot Questions
- Election Security Presentation at LWV of Wellesley available online
- What are all the November Ballot Questions About?
- Info on Municipal Ballot Questions
- Yes, you CAN vote this week in state and special municipal elections!!
- The League Presents: Ballot Question 1
- LWVMA Online Voters Guide Now Available
- Links to The League Presents are here!
- League Resources for Tuesday’s Election
- State and Local Resources for Tuesday’s Election
- Voting Information for Tuesday
- Election Security
- What in the world is Ranked Choice Voting? March 6th at 7 pm
- What in the world is Ranked Choice Voting? March 6th at 7 pm
- What in the world is Ranked Choice Voting? March 6th at 7 pm
- What in the world is Ranked Choice Voting? March 6th at 7 pm
- What in the world is Ranked Choice Voting? March 6th at 7 pm
- What in the world is Ranked Choice Voting? March 6th at 7 pm
- Save the date: Don’t Just Stand There…Run! on April 4th
- THIS WEEK: What in the world is Ranked Choice Voting? March 6th at 7 pm
- Thanks to all who helped at the Ranked Choice Voting forum!
- Don’t Just Stand There…Run! this Thursday, 7 pm
- LWVN’s Ranked Choice Voting Forum
- For Candidates: Tips for Running a Successful Campaign, from Greg Reibman
- Notes from ‘Don’t Just Stand There…Run!’
- LWVN’s Ranked Choice Voting Forum
- LWVMA Moderator Training on June 12 in Beverly
- Send us your questions for candidates in the upcoming elections!
- LWVMA: Ranked Choice Voting lobby day Tuesday, July 16
- Last week, Beacon Hill got the message: Massachusetts voters are ready to rank.
- A Successful LWVN EVENT – Saturday Night at the Races
- What did LWVN do this week? The Pollworkers’ Party and the Supper for Elected Officials
- The League Presents: Civics with author Gloria Gavris
- Volunteer Opportunity – Celebration of the Adoption of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution
- Important Reminder: Vote by Mail Application
- Important Reminder: Vote by Mail Application
- Learn About Massachusetts Election Reform
- How to Vote by Mail
- The League Presents: Vote Yes on Question 2 and support Ranked Choice Voting
- Quarantined or Hospitalized? You can still vote!
- Count the Vote
- Questions for Upcoming Candidate Forum: Please Submit by February 15, 2021
- Newton Special Election – Tuesday, March 16, 2021
- Don’t Just Stand There…Run in 2021 Campaign Workshop
- The League Presents: The VOTES Act with State Senator Creem
- LWVN Sends Letter to Editor Urging Legislature to Move Quickly on VOTES Act
- Submit your questions for the Newton 2021 Municipal Election
- Newton Preliminary Election – Tuesday, September 14, 2021
- Send your questions for the candidates: Newton Municipal Election, Nov 2, 2021
- Newton General Election – Tuesday, November 2, 2021
- 2022 Newton Inaugurations and Inaugural Addresses
- State Primary Election is Tuesday, September 6. Don’t Forget to Vote!
- State General Election is Tuesday, November 8. Don’t Forget to Vote!
- LWVMA Supports YES on Ballot Question 4
- Newton Special Election – Tuesday, March 14, 2023
- Newton Preliminary Election – Tuesday, September 12, 2023
- Newton Municipal Election – Tuesday, November 7, 2023
- LWVN Sends Letter to City Clerk with Observations on November Election and December Recount
- LWVN Opinion Letter on the State of Newton’s Public Schools and Civic Engagement Published in The Newton Beacon
- Seeking Questions for Candidate Forum for Governor’s Council District 3
- Candidate Forum for Governor’s Council District 3
- State Primary Election – Tuesday, September 3, 2024
- State General Election – Tuesday, November 5, 2024: Early In-Person Voting Starts October 19
- Help Make November 5 a Secure Election
- State General Election – Tuesday, November 5, 2024
- Newton Special Election – Tuesday, March 18, 2025
- Lawsuit filed Challenging Executive Order on Voting Rights
- Newton Beacon Publishes LWVN Letter to Editor on Running for Office
- Saturday Afternoon at the Races a Success!
- LWVN Submits Comments in Opposition to Petition Requiring Proof of Citizenship to Register to Vote
- Voter Information: November 4, 2025 Newton Municipal Election
- Seeking Questions for Candidate Forums
- Seeking Questions for Candidate Forums
- September Primary Election Candidate Forums
- State Primary Election – Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Environmental Issues
- Stormwater Management I
- Stormwater Management II
- Crystal Lake – The Impact of an Urban Environment on a Natural Lake: November 2010 Topic Meeting
- Support Safe Sidewalks Year Round
- Open letter to Mayor Warren
- Public Hearing for Snow Removal Ordinance
- Safe Sidewalks Ordinance Amendments
- Sidewalk Snow Ordinance Letter to the Newton TAB
- Sidewalk Snow Ordinance Update: February
- Next Step for Snow Ordinance
- Sidewalk Snow Ordinance Update – March 15
- A Step Forward for Safe Sidewalks!
- Thank You for a Successful Transportation Forum
- LWVN Public Forum – No Parking?
- Thank You for a Successful Parking Forum
- Transportation Information Meeting on November 14th, 11:30 am and 7 pm
- LWV Wellesley “Pricing Carbon” Event on YouTube
- What will your climate change legacy be?
- Stormwater Plan, Water & Stormwater Rates Make Progress
- Parking: New fix for an intractable problem
- Save the date for our latest parking forum on April 23rd
- So many League things to do this week!
- If you missed LWVN’s Parking Forum on Thursday…
- LWVN Comments on Proposed Water / Sewer / Stormwater Rates
- Needham LWV Forum on September 18: Invasive Plants: Not Just a Nuisance
- Speak Up at the Austin Street Hearing on September 24
- If you missed the Needham LWVN forum on invasive plants….
- LWVN Parking Forum now online
- Take the City’s Newton Centre and/or Newton Highlands Parking Survey
- Too Good to Waste: Creative Solutions for Reducing Food Waste
- Take the MBTA Rider Census
- November Topic Meeting: Newton’s Sustainability Director, Andy Savitz
- Join Discussions about Lowell Ave, Crafts Street, Hammond Street and Braeland Avenue
- Join Discussions about Lowell Ave, Crafts Street, Hammond Street and Braeland Avenue
- Film Screening on February 29: Merchants of Doubt
- Local Environmental Action Conference on March 13, 2016
- LWVN Urges City Council to Support More Solar Panels in Newton
- April Topic Meeting: Visioning a Better Washington Street & State Legislation on Transportation
- Taking Action Against Climate Change: A Carbon Fee for Massachusetts
- Carbon Pricing Lobbying Day on Wednesday, May 11
- The Road Less Traveled: A Road Map to Reduce Traffic In Newton
- Movie: “Time to Choose” on climate change on February 12 in Needham
- Topic Meeting on Solid Waste This Thursday!
- Recycle Right Newton App–don’t miss a collection day again!
- March 27: Talk on Sustainable Development at Newton Free Library
- Don’t forget about the forum on sustainable development on Monday, March 27th!
- Join LWV at the D.C. Climate March on April 29th
- April 24th: Green Newton event–“Continuing the Course of Greening Our Community and the World”
- From LWVMA: MA Clean Energy Future Tour
- Tag Newton’s Gas Leaks on Saturday, May 13th!
- Save the Trees Ride: Sunday, June 11th at 10 am
- LWVMA Climate and Energy Solutions Series Continues
- September 12: Newton-Needham Regional Chamber event on Walkability
- Upcoming Events on Environmental Issues
- What can be done about Newton’s 588 gas leaks?
- Environmental Issues Committee meeting on Thursday
- Seeking Low Noise Lawn Care Provider Recommendations
- Recycling Information from Newton DPW
- LWVN Environmental Issues Committee (EIC) Meeting on Thursday, January 18th
- Send a letter to the EPA in support of the Clean Power Plan!
- LWVN Environmental Issues Committee (EIC) Meeting on Thursday, January 18th
- LWVN Environmental Issues Committee Meeting Wednesday, 10 am
- Letter on Gas Leaks
- Smell gas? Newton has 588 leaks in underground gas lines
- LWVN thanks Fred Brustman for his work on the Citizens Commission on Energy
- Tag Newton’s Gas Leaks on May 12th
- LWVN Local Action Meeting on reducing traffic congestion on May 4, 11 am
- Tag Newton’s Gas Leaks on May 12th
- LWVN Local Action Meeting on reducing traffic congestion on May 4, 11 am
- Tag Newton’s Gas Leaks on May 12th
- LWVN Local Action Meeting on stormwater and sewage on Friday, June 8, 11 am
- July 26th Webinar on Promoting Effective Action on Carbon Pricing
- Thursday Topic Meeting on Newton Power Choice
- What is Newton Power Choice?
- City of Newton: Newton Power Choice Contract is Signed!
- ‘Creating Greenways Along the Charles’ on January 24th
- Save the Date: ‘Creating Greenways Along the Charles’ on January 24th
- Webinar: Climate Reports of 2018 with Professor Michael Oppenheimer
- Webinar: Climate Reports of 2018 with Professor Michael Oppenheimer
- Notes on Launa Zimmaro’s Talk on LWVMA and Environmental Issues
- “Green New Deal” Letter Talking Points from LWVUS
- LWVMA Climate and Energy Solutions Series Webinar: Driving Down Emissions
- 3rd Annual Gas Leak Tagging Event on April 28th, 9 am from Mothers Out Front
- 3rd Annual Gas Leak Tagging Event on April 28th, 9 am from Mothers Out Front
- Housing, Transportation and Climate Change Speakers from Newton-Needham Regional Chamber
- LWVN Membership Supports Climate Emergency Resolution
- Newton Citizens Climate Action Plan (from Annual Meeting)
- 10¢ Paper Bag Fee Approved
- LWVMA Climate Emergency Action Resolution and Plan
- Climate Change Forum – Feb 26
- Climate Action – LWV US & MA
- LWV Climate Change Task Force
- Roundtable Discussion on the Use and Preservation of Crystal Lake
- Transportation and Climate Initiative – May 20th at 4:00PM
- The League Presents: Newton’s Citizens Commission on Energy
- Earth Day 2022 Programs & Events
- LWVMA Webinar Series on the Status and Future Plans for Offshore Wind
- Topic Meeting on PFAS a Success!
- LWVN Urges Adoption of Building Emissions Reduction and Disclosure Ordinance
- Housing and Climate Change Forum
- LWVN Submits Comments to the Draft 2026-2030 Newton Climate Action Plan
- LWVN Submits Letter in Support of BERDO for Certain Residential Owners
Events
- Why You Should Vote No on Question 2 and Save Affordable Housing: October 2010 Topic Meeting
- Crystal Lake – The Impact of an Urban Environment on a Natural Lake: November 2010 Topic Meeting
- Sidewalk Snow Clearing – An Update and Q & A on the Proposed Ordinance: December 2010 Topic Meeting
- Action Plan! 2011-2012 Program Planning: February 2011 Topic Meeting
- Green Decade 2011 Environmental Speaker Series – Film: “The Work of 1000”
- Land Use Review Consensus Meetings: March 2011 Topic Meeting
- LWVMA Day on the Hill
- You’re Invited! – Join Us for an Informational Social
- Meet Newton Public Schools Superintendent David A. Fleishman: May 2011 Topic Meeting
- “Don’t Just Stand There… Run!” Candidates’ Workshop
- September Topic Meeting – Economic Development
- Jackson Homestead and Museum Present “Newton Salutes” LWVN Exhibit
- LWVUS National Consensus Study: Role of the Federal Government in Public Education
- LWVN Municipal Candidates Debates
- 2011 LWVN Voters Guide is here!
- Your Vote Makes a Difference!
- LWVN January Topic Meeting: Getting Involved in Newton
- LWVMA Council 2012
- LWVMA 2012 Day on the Hill
- LWVN Annual Meeting
- LWVN Public Forum – No Parking?
- LWVN 2012 Annual Meeting
- Join LWVN for Primary Candidates’ Debates
- Don’t Forget to Vote! – the State Primary Election is on THURSDAY, September 6, 2012
- City of Newton to Hold First Annual Walk/Bike Week
- Fourth Congressional District Candidates’ Forum on October 15
- Newton Budget and Override FAQs
- LWVN Members Vote to Support Newton Override
- Day on the Hill 2013
- Spring into Spring with the League! Membership Event
- LWV Needham Event: The Influence of Money on Our Democracy: What Can “We the People” Do?
- Green Decade Earth Day Program – Everything You’ve Always Wanted to Know About Trash and Recycling, But Were Afraid to Ask!
- LWV Newton Candidates’ Workshop: “Don’t Stand There…Run!”
- Three Local Leaders Receive National Recognition after 50 Years of Service
- Take the League Out to the Ball Game!
- Wednesday, July 17th is LWVMA Lobby Day for Election Reform
- Take the League Out to the Ball Game!
- Volunteers Needed to Record Upcoming LWVN Events
- March for the Dream on August 24th (NEW Information)
- LWVMA Program: How Women Became Political
- Tonight!! Mayoral Candidates Will Debate on September 12th on NewTV
- Early Childhood Education Forum this Wednesday, October 16, at 7 p.m.
- LWV Wellesley “Pricing Carbon” Event on YouTube
- LWVN Dinner for Elected Officials–Now on January 21st
- The Politics of Food: A panel discussion by the Lexington LWV
- The POLITICS of FOOD: You Are What You Eat
- Agricultural Consensus Meeting–Wednesday, March 19
- Agriculture Study News–Update
- 2014 Handbook Sponsorships
- Upcoming Dates of LWV Events
- LWVMA Day on the Hill CANCELLED
- Equal Pay Day This Tuesday!
- LWVN Newsletter is here for April 2014
- Join us at our 2014 Annual Meeting, May 22
- For the People: A Civic Education Competition
- What will your climate change legacy be?
- Get Ready for 2014 Election Season
- Affordable Housing
- Women in Politics
- Funding Newton’s Educational Technology: Topic Meeting
- Next Steps for the Austin Street Proposal: Topic Meeting
- Last Call for Renewals!
- LWVN Meeting on Austin Street Project
- Forum on Criminal Justice Reform: Opportunities For Legislative Action
- New Date: Austin Street Meeting on March 1st
- Newton Stop on MA Senate “Commonwealth Conversations” Tour
- “Economic Inequality and Political Participation — Whose Voice Is Heard?” THURSDAY, MARCH 19
- Civics Bee Volunteers Needed!
- Don’t Just Stand There…RUN! on April 9th
- Save the date for our latest parking forum on April 23rd
- April 26th: Save the Date for LWVN’s Champagne and Chocolate Event!
- Funding Newton’s Post-Retirement Benefits – The “OPEB” Issue: Topic Meeting
- Don’t forget to RSVP for LWVN’s Champagne and Chocolate Event!
- So many League things to do this week!
- If you missed LWVN’s Parking Forum on Thursday…
- Champagne and Chocolate Fundraiser on Sunday, April 26th!
- Save the date for the LWVN Annual Meeting!
- Zoning Reform: Defining the Future Newton – Topic Meeting
- Listen to Attorney General Maura Healey at the Newton Mayor’s Community Prayer Breakfast
- Seats still available for the Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast tomorrow!
- Don’t forget to RSVP for the LWVN Annual Meeting!
- Topic Meeting on Constructive Disagreement: How to better manage public conflict
- Annual Meeting this Thursday at 6 pm
- Newton Student Video Wins Third Place in LWVMA Video Contest
- Your signature can make the difference!
- Newton Housing Strategy Open House (from City Hall)
- LWVMA Pay Equity Rally and Hearing on July 21
- Happy Birthday Medicare on July 30th!
- September 3: Ward 2 Alderman at Large Candidates’ Forum
- Tuesday, September 1 Forum: All About City Charter Commissions
- Reminder: Upcoming Election Events on Sept. 1 and 3
- Needham LWV Forum on September 18: Invasive Plants: Not Just a Nuisance
- Tonight! All About City Charter Commissions
- Don’t Just Stand There…Run: Candidates and the Media
- Ward 2 Alderman-at-Large Candidates’ Forum online and on TV!
- ‘All About Charter Commissions’ available online!
- Don’t Just Stand There….Run: Candidates and the Media
- LWVN/NewTV Candidates’ Forums for the November Elections
- If you missed the Needham LWVN forum on invasive plants….
- LWVN Parking Forum now online
- Brookline LWV event on land use planning
- City of Newton Findings on Housing Strategy–October 1 at 6:30 p.m.
- Ward 5 Area Council Candidates’ Events
- LWVN Open Houses and Voters’ Guide for Charter Commission Candidates
- October Topic Meeting: Amending the US Constitution
- Send us your questions!
- Topic/Consensus Meeting on Thursday, October 15th, 11:30 am – 1 pm
- Too Good to Waste: Creative Solutions for Reducing Food Waste
- Watch all the LWVN/NewTV Candidates’ Forums Online
- Save the Date: LWV Day on the Hill on Tuesday, February 9
- Breaking Barriers: Gender Politics in Government
- November Topic Meeting: Newton’s Sustainability Director, Andy Savitz
- Funeral Service for Ann Grantham on Saturday
- Join Discussions about Lowell Ave, Crafts Street, Hammond Street and Braeland Avenue
- Save the Date for the new LWVN Book Group
- Join Discussions about Lowell Ave, Crafts Street, Hammond Street and Braeland Avenue
- December Topic Meeting: Hunger in Newton
- January 30th: Discussion on Civic Life and the Role of Citizens
- January 13: Keeping the American Promise: Money, Free Speech & Democracy
- January 22: New LWVN Book Group at the Waban Library
- January Topic Meeting: Money in Politics
- Join us for these upcoming LWVN and LWVMA events!
- Money in Politics Consensus Meeting–Thursday, January 28th
- LWVMA’s Day on the Hill–Tuesday, February 9th
- Charter Commission Meeting, Wednesday, January 27th
- From the City: Newton-in-Motion and a Tour of the New Angier School
- Thanks to Volunteers and Jake’s Falafel Corner!
- Topic Meeting on Elections: Wednesday, February 3rd
- LWVMA’s Day on the Hill is almost here!
- Public Meeting on Proposed MBTA Fare Proposal–February 4th
- LWVN and National Program Planning–February 17th
- Meet Our Muslim Neighbors: A Community Conversation Sponsored by LWV of Waltham
- Film Screening on February 29: Merchants of Doubt
- LWVMA’s Day on the Hill is this Tuesday!
- Presidential Speaker Series at Lasell College–Upcoming Dates
- Newton Charter Commission Meeting on Monday
- March 13 Forum: Homes for Low-Income Families…do we care enough?
- Local Environmental Action Conference on March 13, 2016
- Public Hearing on the Charter This Wednesday!
- March 9, 2016 Topic Meeting – Later Start Times for Newton High Schools
- Presentation: Building Up People Not Prisons with Andrea James
- LWVN Local Program Planning–March 29
- LWVMA Council 2016 on April 30th in Worcester!
- Show your support for single-payer health care bills on Tuesday!
- Time to send your opinions to the Charter Commission!
- Charter Commission Public Hearing on the City Council
- Local Program Planning this Tuesday, March 29, 2016
- April Topic Meeting: Visioning a Better Washington Street & State Legislation on Transportation
- Taking Action Against Climate Change: A Carbon Fee for Massachusetts
- Watch “Suffragette” with LWVN!
- LWVN Annual Meeting on June 2nd!
- 2016 Handbook Sponsorships
- Sit with LWVN at the Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast on May 25th
- RSVP now for the Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast this Wednesday!
- LWVN Annual Meeting This Thursday–Don’t forget to RSVP!
- LWVN Welcomes New Board for 2016-17
- Watch the Presidential Debate with League Members!
- The Road Less Traveled: A Road Map to Reduce Traffic In Newton
- LWVN Supports Washington Place/Orr Block Project
- Movie: “Time to Choose” on climate change on February 12 in Needham
- From the Marblehead LWV: The Supreme Court and the Constitution under the Trump Administration
- From the Acton LWV: Balancing Family, Work and Caregiving: Tips, Tools and Resources
- LWV Info on Women’s March in Washington, DC
- LWVMA Info on Women’s March in Boston
- Topic Meeting on Solid Waste This Thursday!
- Update on the Boston Women’s March and LWVMA
- Recycle Right Newton App–don’t miss a collection day again!
- Save the Date: “Assessing our security in an age of mayhem” by Juliette Kayyem
- Transportation Committee Meeting this Thursday
- Topic Meetings on Charter Commission This Thursday, March 2, 8 am and 7 pm
- March 9 Topic Meeting: “Dangerous by Design: Why our car oriented street design is dangerous”
- March 25th: The Politics of Justice: Comprehensive Criminal Justice Reform
- This Wednesday, 7 pm: Public Hearing on the Charter Commission Preliminary Report
- LWV of Brookline: The Problem of Transparency and Accountability in Politics
- March 27: Talk on Sustainable Development at Newton Free Library
- Register for LWVMA’s 2017 Convention: April 28 & 29
- From LWVMA: Safe Communities Lobby Day on April 5th
- Mark Your Calendars for Upcoming LWVN Meetings and Events!
- From LWV of Lexington: Helping Refugees in Today’s World
- Join LWV at the D.C. Climate March on April 29th
- Forum: Affordable Healthcare for our Communities–Still at Risk?
- Updated: Upcoming LWVN Meetings (with locations!)
- What’s the Latest on the Charter Commission?
- Affordable Health Care for Our Communities: Still at Risk?
- Save the Date–June 15th: LWVN Annual Meeting
- Should LWVN support the Charter Commission proposal? Join us on April 30 to decide!
- Don’t Just Stand There…Run! on April 27th at 7 pm
- April 27th: Don’t Just Stand There…Run!
- April 24th: Green Newton event–“Continuing the Course of Greening Our Community and the World”
- May 5th event: Transportation and How to Fix It
- LWVN Votes to Support the Proposed Charter
- Friday, May 5: Transportation and How to Fix It
- Sit with LWVN at the Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast
- May 18th: Learn about Islamic Law with LWV of Westford
- New Voter Registration Drive at Newton North High School–May 23 and June 1
- May 25th Informational Meeting on Northland Site, Needham Street
- May 24th Volunteer Meeting–YES for a New Charter
- New Voter Registration Drive at Both High Schools–May 23, June 1, and June 5th
- Save the date: LWVN Annual Meeting on June 15th!
- This Thursday, May 25th: Informational Meeting on Northland Site on Needham Street
- Save the Trees Ride: Sunday, June 11th at 10 am
- LWVN registers 318 voters at local high schools
- Call to Annual Meeting on June 15th
- Opportunities for Action from LWVMA
- LWVN volunteers register 115 new voters at NSHS!
- Volunteers Needed for Farmer’s Market Table
- RSVPs for Annual Meeting needed ASAP!
- Suitcase Stories Live! is coming to Needham on Thursday, June 22
- Save the date for Day on the Hill
- LWVMA Climate and Energy Solutions Series Continues
- LWVMA Opportunities for Action
- Be a LWVN Volunteer at the Newton Farmer’s Markets
- LWVN/NewTV Mayoral Candidates’ Forum Available Online
- Questions Needed for LWVN Voters’ Guide
- Join LWVMA for Women’s Equality Day on Thursday, August 24th
- September 12: Newton-Needham Regional Chamber event on Walkability
- LWVN Joins the Women’s Suffrage Celebration Coalition of Massachusetts
- Visit the LWVN table at Newton Farmer’s Markets
- Civil Rights and Civil Liberties in the Trump Era: September 26th LWV of Lexington event
- Upcoming Events on Environmental Issues
- Opportunities to take action in September
- LWVUS: Join the protest in New Hampshire on Tuesday against the Election Integrity Commission
- Town Hall with Senator Markey on Sunday at NNHS
- October 3: LWVUS Fall Webinar on Independent Redistricting
- From LWV Wellesley, September 28th: Gerrymandering: Why It’s More Complicated Than Most People Think
- From LWV of Westford: September 27th Forum on Opioid Epidemic
- Civil Rights and Civil Liberties in the Trump Era: September 26th LWV of Lexington event
- Watch LWVN’s new TV program “The League Presents…”
- We need your questions for all candidates!
- Three Candidates’ Forums completed…eight to go!
- Questions Needed: Upcoming forums for Mayor, City Council and School Committee
- Candidates’ Forums are now available!
- Thanks for our volunteers for the most recent forums!
- AG Maura Healey at Town Hall Meeting by LWV of Westwood-Walpole-Dedham
- LWVN volunteers registers 88 students to vote in Newton
- Still Undecided about the Proposed Newton City Charter? Come to a Topic Meeting!
- LWVMA Day on the Hill on October 24th
- Join LWVMA and LWVN at Day on the Hill on Tuesday!
- Thanks to Farmers’ Market Volunteers!
- LWVN Lunch at Day on the Hill–Photo
- Charter Proposal Fails to Pass–Home Rule Petition to be Discussed Tonight
- What can be done about Newton’s 588 gas leaks?
- More discussion of Home Rule petition by City Council on Wednesday, November 15th
- WSCC Movie Screening–The Divine Order on December 1
- Environmental Issues Committee meeting on Thursday
- From the City of Newton: Drop-In Recovery Resource Night
- From LWV of Worcester: Media Literacy and Fake News: Decoding Media in 2017
- From LWV of Concord-Carlisle: Wendy Sherman to speak on January 21
- Housing Needs in the Metrowest Region: First in a series from U-Chan on January 25
- LWVN Environmental Issues Committee (EIC) Meeting on Thursday, January 18th
- Help LWVN welcome newly elected officials on January 16th
- Lights! Camera! LWVMA Student Video Contest!
- From LWV of Concord-Carlisle: Wendy Sherman to speak on January 21
- Housing Needs in the Metrowest Region: First in a series from U-Chan on January 25
- Automatic Voter Registration Lobby Day on January 31
- Meet Mayor Fuller!
- From LWV of Concord-Carlisle: Wendy Sherman to speak on January 21
- LWVN Environmental Issues Committee (EIC) Meeting on Thursday, January 18th
- Help LWVN welcome newly elected officials on January 16th
- Housing Needs in the Metrowest Region: First in a series from U-Chan on January 25
- Automatic Voter Registration Lobby Day on Wednesday, January 31
- Lights! Camera! LWVMA Student Video Contest!
- Show Valentine’s Day Love for Mass Power Forward and Criminal Justice Reform
- National Program Planning by LWVN
- Save the Date: LWVMA Spring Conference on April 28
- LWVN Environmental Issues Committee Meeting Wednesday, 10 am
- Webinar from LWVMA: “Cooler Smarter: Practical Steps for Low-Carbon Living”
- U-CHAN Forum on March 8: Financing for Various Types of Housing–What are the real costs?
- Wondering what you can do to support gun control? Here are some ideas!
- Panel on Snow, Parking Ban, and Clearing Sidewalks
- New Member Tea Open to All Members on Sunday, March 18
- Help Register Students to Vote at the Walkout This Week!
- Smell gas? Newton has 588 leaks in underground gas lines
- Save the date: Champagne and Chocolate on April 8th
- New Member Tea Open to All Members on Sunday, March 18
- Thanks for the New Member Tea!
- LWVN registered 91 voters on Friday–join the team to register more this week!
- Topic Meeting: Local League Program on Wednesday, March 21st, 7 pm
- POSTPONED–Topic Meeting: Local League Program
- LWVMA Info on Saturday’s March Ror Our Lives
- Help Needed this Sunday to Register Voters at Markey Town Hall
- LWVN Champagne and Chocolate Fundraiser–RSVP today!
- LWV Concord-Carlisle House Tour Fundraiser on Saturday, April 7
- More New Voters for November!
- RSVP Today: LWVN Champagne and Chocolate Fundraiser on Sunday, April 8th
- UCHAN Forum: What is the spectrum of housing needs and how best to meet them?
- Thanks for your support of LWVN at Champagne and Chocolate!
- Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast: Wednesday, May 23rd, 7:30 am
- Save the date: LWVN Annual Meeting on June 14th!
- Jane Leighton Memorial Service: April 28th at 2 pm
- LWVMA Conference: “Beyond the March: Women Leading the Way in Massachusetts” on April 28th
- Community Leaders Meeting on April 26th with Mayor Fuller
- Attorney General Maura Healey at Boston College on Tuesday, April 17th
- From LWV of Wellesley: Speaking for Our Trees
- May 9th Webinar with Dr. Emily Wimberger on Cap and Trade
- Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast: Wednesday, May 23rd, 7:30 am
- Tag Newton’s Gas Leaks on May 12th
- LWVN Local Action Meeting on reducing traffic congestion on May 4, 11 am
- Jane Leighton Memorial Service: April 28th at 2 pm
- LWVMA Conference: “Beyond the March: Women Leading the Way in Massachusetts” on April 28th
- Save the date: LWVN Annual Meeting on June 14th!
- Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast: Wednesday, May 23rd, 7:30 am
- Tag Newton’s Gas Leaks on May 12th
- LWVN Local Action Meeting on reducing traffic congestion on May 4, 11 am
- Support the Extreme Risk Protection Order on Monday at 11 am, MA State House
- Sensible Gun Legislation
- Tag Newton’s Gas Leaks on May 12th
- May 9th Webinar with Dr. Emily Wimberger on Cap and Trade
- Lobby Day on Beacon Hill for Energy and Environmental Justice–Thursday, 12 to 4
- U-CHAN Education Forum on Housing on Thursday, May 17, 7-9 pm
- LWVN Annual Meeting on June 14th, 6 pm
- LWVN at Waban Village Day
- 1 Seat Left at LWVN Table! Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast: Wednesday, May 23rd, 7:30 am
- LWVN Annual Meeting on June 14th, 6 pm
- Participate in the planning for Washington Street–start today!
- LWVN at the Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast
- RSVP today for LWVN Annual Meeting on June 14th, 6 pm
- LWVN Local Action Meeting on stormwater and sewage on Friday, June 8, 11 am
- Updated Annual Meeting Workbook available here
- Massachusetts Leadership in the Woman Suffrage Movement by Barbara Berenson on June 5th
- Great Work by our Voter Registration Team!
- Participate in the planning for Washington Street this week
- RSVP today for LWVN Annual Meeting on June 14th, 6 pm
- Participate in the planning for Washington Street this Tuesday, 5:30 pm
- RSVP today for LWVN Annual Meeting on June 14th, 6 pm
- Thanks to all those at the LWVN Annual Meeting
- ‘Families Belong Together’ Prayer Vigil, July 2, 6:30pm
- Voter Registration on July 4th at Albemarle Field
- ‘What a difference a DA makes’ on Thursday, July 12 with Rahsaan Hall of the ACLU
- Thanks to July 4th Voter Registration Volunteers!
- National Night Out, hosted by the Newton Police Department, on August 7th
- July 26th Webinar on Promoting Effective Action on Carbon Pricing
- Support Students Marching Against Gun Violence August 23-26
- Statewide Call-In Day for Immigrant’s Rights on July 30th
- What do you want to ask the candidates? Let us know!
- What do you want to ask the candidates? Let us know!
- Support Students Marching Against Gun Violence August 23-26
- What do you want to ask Governor’s Council candidates?
- 4th Congressional District Forum featuring Joe Kennedy and Gary Rucinski
- 4th Congressional District Forum featuring Joe Kennedy and Gary Rucinski
- LWVMA Voter Registration Opportunities Available Around Massachusetts
- We Did It For You! Women’s Journey Through History
- YIMBYtown Conference in Boston from September 21 to 23
- September 27 Forum: Gun Violence: A Public Health Crisis
- September 27 Forum: Gun Violence: A Public Health Crisis
- Rally to Protect Immigrant Families outside Faneuil Hall on Monday, noon
- LWVN’s Land Use and Housing Committee Meeting on November 1
- Movie Viewing: BIG PHARMA: Market Failure
- Thursday Topic Meeting on Newton Power Choice
- A celebration of Reverend Howard Haywood
- LWVN Holiday Party on December 9th, 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
- Wondering about how state ballot questions work? Information and Discussion on December 9th
- A celebration of Reverend Howard Haywood on December 16th at 4 pm
- LWVN Holiday Party on December 9th, 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
- Materials for State Study on Ballot Question Process
- A celebration of Reverend Howard Haywood on December 16th at 4 pm
- Election Security
- ‘Creating Greenways Along the Charles’ on January 24th
- Save the Date: ‘Creating Greenways Along the Charles’ on January 24th
- Resources for LWVMA Study on State Ballot Question Process
- LWVN Celebrates the Holidays!
- February 28: Commemorating the Boston Protest of 1919 by the Suffragists
- Consensus Meeting on State Ballot Question Process: Sunday, January 13th, 2 – 4 pm
- What in the world is Ranked Choice Voting? March 6th at 7 pm
- Webinar: Climate Reports of 2018 with Professor Michael Oppenheimer
- Lobby Day for Single-Payer Bills on Wednesday at 11 am
- What in the world is Ranked Choice Voting? March 6th at 7 pm
- Webinar: Climate Reports of 2018 with Professor Michael Oppenheimer
- Riverside Visioning Community Open House
- What in the world is Ranked Choice Voting? March 6th at 7 pm
- What in the world is Ranked Choice Voting? March 6th at 7 pm
- What in the world is Ranked Choice Voting? March 6th at 7 pm
- What in the world is Ranked Choice Voting? March 6th at 7 pm
- Wine, Cheese, & State Program Planning on Sunday, March 3 from 3 pm to 5 pm
- Thanks to Lisa Danetz and Launa Zimmaro!
- International Women’s Day 2019 Breakfast on Tuesday, March 5th
- Save the date: Don’t Just Stand There…Run! on April 4th
- Barbara Berenson on ‘Votes for Women: Massachusetts in the Women’s Suffrage Movement’ in Westford on March 7th
- THIS WEEK: What in the world is Ranked Choice Voting? March 6th at 7 pm
- Thanks to all who helped at the Ranked Choice Voting forum!
- Don’t Just Stand There…Run! this Thursday, 7 pm
- Annual Meeting: Save the Date!
- LWV of Needham Forum on the ERA at the Needham Library
- For Candidates: Tips for Running a Successful Campaign, from Greg Reibman
- Notes from ‘Don’t Just Stand There…Run!’
- LWVMA is turning 100 next year! Be a part of the anniversary committee
- Celebrate 2 CPC Projects: Newton Highlands Playground and the Whipple Fence
- 28 New Voters from Newton North High School!
- LWV of Needham Forum on the ERA at the Needham Library on April 28
- LWVMA Climate and Energy Solutions Series Webinar: Driving Down Emissions
- 3rd Annual Gas Leak Tagging Event on April 28th, 9 am from Mothers Out Front
- LWVMA is turning 100 next year! Be a part of the anniversary committee
- 3rd Annual Gas Leak Tagging Event on April 28th, 9 am from Mothers Out Front
- LWV of Needham Forum on the ERA at the Needham Library on April 28
- Annual Meeting: Save the Date on May 30th
- Annual Meeting: Save the Date on May 30th
- LWVMA is turning 100 next year! Be a part of the anniversary committee
- RSVP today for LWVN Annual Meeting on May 30th at 6pm
- Housing, Transportation and Climate Change Speakers from Newton-Needham Regional Chamber
- How Can We Support Our Immigrant Neighbors? on Sunday, May 19th, 11:30 am
- Join the LWVN Table at the Mayor’s Community Prayer Breakfast on Friday, May 31
- Volunteer at Newton Civics Day on Tuesday, May 28th!
- RSVP today for LWVN Annual Meeting on May 30th at 6pm
- 2 Seats Left! Join the LWVN Table at the Mayor’s Community Prayer Breakfast on Friday, May 31
- Volunteer at Newton Civics Day on Tuesday, May 28th!
- 1 Seat Left! Join the LWVN Table at the Mayor’s Community Prayer Breakfast on Friday, May 31
- Support March for Our Lives on Monday, June 3rd at the State House
- Be a Part of Newton Civics Day on Tuesday, May 28th!
- LWVN Annual Meeting this Thursday, May 30th at 6pm
- Suffrage Centennial Kick-off on June 25 at Faneuil Hall
- LWVMA Moderator Training on June 12 in Beverly
- Newton Citizens Climate Action Plan (from Annual Meeting)
- From Historic Newton: Nixon Kids: Young Voters and the Rise of Conservatism, 1968-1980
- Thursday: Add Your Voice at Election Day Registration Hearing on June 20
- Suffrage Centennial Kick-off on June 25 at Faneuil Hall
- Monday: Hearing on ROE Act to Expand Reproductive Rights on June 17
- Thank you to our July 4th Voter Registration Volunteers!
- LWVMA: Ranked Choice Voting lobby day Tuesday, July 16
- A Successful LWVN EVENT – Saturday Night at the Races
- 100th Anniversary of the Passage of the 19th Amendment – A few interesting facts
- Middlesex Sheriff Peter Koutoujian on Criminal Justice
- Mark your calendar : December 1st – Book Discussion with Newton resident Barbara Berenson and author Massachusetts in the Woman Suffrage Movement
- After Suffrage: A 20/20 Perspective on Women’s Rights, 1920 – 2020
- Community Discussion with Peter Koutoujian
- The Citizen’s Senate: The final decade of the suffrage movement
- LWVMA – January Opportunities for Action
- REGISTER NOW: Civics Challenge – March 1
- The Abolitionist Origins of the Women’s Suffrage Movement
- Forum on Northland Referendum Feb. 13
- Northland Forum informational presentation
- Climate Change Forum – Feb 26
- LWVN Topic Meeting – Climate Action Forum
- Civics Challenge – Inaugural Event for the LWVN
- Increased Gun Risk During COVID-19 – Virtual Town Hall
- Newton Reflects: Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg
- Learn About Massachusetts Election Reform
- Recording of Zoning Reform in Newton, with Jay Walter
- Meet Representative-Elect Jake Auchincloss
- Don’t Just Stand There…Run in 2021 Campaign Workshop
- Transportation and Climate Initiative – May 20th at 4:00PM
- Earth Day 2022 Programs & Events
- An Engaging and Lively Book Group Discussion on Gender Queer and Banned Books
- Celebrate Earth Day with LWVN
- An Engaging and Lively Book Discussion and Holiday Celebration
- LWVMA Program – Saving Our Immigrant Communities
- LWVUS Program – Defending Democracy in 2025
- Images from Light For Our Democracy
- MetroWest Ranked Choice Voting Launch
- Images from Good Trouble Rally
- Newton for Everyone invites you to join them at their upcoming event!
- Saturday Afternoon at the Races a Success!
- No Kings 2
- Parking Ban Ballot Question – Recap and Recording
- Book Talk a Success!
- No Kings 3 – March 28
- Champagne & Chocolate a Success!
- Canceled – Middle School Civics Challenge
Fundraising
- Save the date: Champagne and Chocolate on April 8th
- Save the date and be a sponsor: Champagne and Chocolate on April 8th
- LWVN Champagne and Chocolate Fundraiser–RSVP today!
- RSVP Today: LWVN Champagne and Chocolate Fundraiser on Sunday, April 8th
- Thanks for your support of LWVN at Champagne and Chocolate!
- LWVN’s Champagne and Chocolate Fundraiser a Success!
- Boston Globe Subscribers: Please support the League of Women Voters Lotte E. Scharfman Memorial Fund
- Donate to the LWVN Scholarship Fund
- Champagne & Chocolate a Success!
Housing
- Why You Should Vote No on Question 2 and Save Affordable Housing: October 2010 Topic Meeting
- Affordable Housing Forum
- LWVN urges Mayor to reopen public comment period for Engine 6 proposal
- Citywide Meeting on Community Development, Thursday, November 21, 2013
- Affordable Housing
- Next Steps for the Austin Street Proposal: Topic Meeting
- LWVN Meeting on Austin Street Project
- New Date: Austin Street Meeting on March 1st
- LWVN Board Votes to Support New Austin Street Plan
- Show Your Support for the Proposed Austin Street Plan
- Take Action with LWV
- Newton Housing Strategy Open House (from City Hall)
- Speak Up at the Austin Street Hearing on September 24
- City of Newton Findings on Housing Strategy–October 1 at 6:30 p.m.
- Sign the Friends of Austin Street Petition!
- Now is the time to show your support for the Austin Street project!
- March 13 Forum: Homes for Low-Income Families…do we care enough?
- LWVN Supports Washington Place/Orr Block Project
- LWVN Joins in to Support Washington Place
- March 27: Talk on Sustainable Development at Newton Free Library
- Don’t forget about the forum on sustainable development on Monday, March 27th!
- LWVN Supports Washington Place
- Send your thoughts on Washington Place to City Council today!
- Help Wanted! Volunteers needed for Docket Digest and CPC Committee
- U-CHAN Forum on March 8: Financing for Various Types of Housing–What are the real costs?
- UCHAN Forum: What is the spectrum of housing needs and how best to meet them?
- Participate in the planning for Washington Street–start today!
- Contact Newton City Council about Proposed Changes/Limits in Zoning NOW
- Participate in the planning for Washington Street this week
- Participate in the planning for Washington Street this Tuesday, 5:30 pm
- Letter to ZBA: LWVN Supports Haywood House
- YIMBYtown Conference in Boston from September 21 to 23
- LWVN’s Land Use and Housing Committee Meeting on November 1
- ‘Hello Washington Street’ Vision Plan and Zoning Recommendations
- Washington Street Vision Document is ready for comments!
- Washington Street Vision Document is ready for comments!
- The League Presents: Affordable Housing 101
- Riverside Visioning Community Open House
- Updates on City Planning, Spring 2020
- Housing, Transportation and Climate Change Speakers from Newton-Needham Regional Chamber
- Letter from Newton City Council Zoning and Planning Committee Chair
- Adding to Newton’s Affordable Housing Stock
- LWVN supports the proposed Northland project
- LWVN supports creation of a COVID-19 Emergency Housing Relief Program
- The Color of Law: Presentation by Author Richard Rothstein
- Recording of Richard Rothstein: The Color of Law
- Recording of Zoning Reform in Newton, with Jay Walter
- LWVN Supports Changes to Riverside Development Plan
- LWVN Supports 2Life’s Request for a Special Permit for Opus Project
- LWVN Provides its Recommendations Regarding West Armory Proposals
- Educational Forum on ARPA: View the Recording
- The League Presents: Zoning Redesign, part 1
- Membership Approves Consensus Study Committee on Zoning
- LWVN Supports Updates to Accessory Apartment Ordinance
- LWVN Supports West Newton Armory Project
- Join Our Consensus Study Committees
- LWVN Supports Village Center Overlay District
- LWVN Supports Northland Charlemont Project
- LWVN Joins Newton for Everyone
- LWVN Reaffirms Its Support of Village Center Overlay District in its Current Form
- GBIO In-District Meeting with State Legislators on Housing and Mental Health Justice
- LWVN Supports Craft Street Project
- Newton for Everyone Hybrid Event – October 28, 7:00pm: Housing for Older Adults in Newton
- LWVN Expresses Support for Changes to Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) Ordinance
- LWVN Expresses Support for Amendments to Northland Project
- Housing and Climate Change Forum
- Newton for Everyone invites you to join them at their upcoming event!
- Newton for Everyone Event: Two Years of VCOD, Where Are We and What’s Next
- Newton for Everyone Event: Good Intentions, Bad Outcomes
Land Use
- LWVN Land Use Review Committee Meeting Date Has Changed
- September Topic Meeting – Economic Development
- LWVN Meeting on Austin Street Project
- New Date: Austin Street Meeting on March 1st
- Parking: New fix for an intractable problem
- LWVN Board Votes to Support New Austin Street Plan
- Show Your Support for the Proposed Austin Street Plan
- Take Action with LWV
- Speak Up at the Austin Street Hearing on September 24
- Brookline LWV event on land use planning
- Sign the Friends of Austin Street Petition!
- Now is the time to show your support for the Austin Street project!
- Observer Notes: Land Use Committee, Orr Block June 7, 2016
- LWVN Supports Washington Place/Orr Block Project
- LWVN Joins in to Support Washington Place
- May 25th Informational Meeting on Northland Site, Needham Street
- This Thursday, May 25th: Informational Meeting on Northland Site on Needham Street
- LWVN Supports Washington Place
- Send your thoughts on Washington Place to City Council today!
- From the Newton Planning Department: Community Engagement Group
- Help Wanted! Volunteers needed for Docket Digest and CPC Committee
- Contact Newton City Council about Proposed Changes/Limits in Zoning NOW
- Voice your opinion on Washington Street!
- Letter to ZBA: LWVN Supports Haywood House
- YIMBYtown Conference in Boston from September 21 to 23
- LWVN’s Land Use and Housing Committee Meeting on November 1
- ‘Hello Washington Street’ Vision Plan and Zoning Recommendations
- Washington Street Vision Document is ready for comments!
- Washington Street Vision Document is ready for comments!
- The League Presents: Affordable Housing 101
- Riverside Visioning Community Open House
- Updates on City Planning, Spring 2020
- Letter from Newton City Council Zoning and Planning Committee Chair
- LWVN supports the proposed Northland project
- Questions from the Northland Forum
- Reimagining Our Village Centers
- The League Presents: Zoning Redesign, part 1
- Membership Approves Consensus Study Committee on Zoning
- Join Our Consensus Study Committees
- LWVN Joins Newton for Everyone
- LWVN Expresses Support for Amendments to Northland Project
LEARN - Topics of Interest
- LWVN May Topic Meeting – Money and Politics: Defining the Problem, Exploring Solutions
- Zoning Reform: Defining the Future Newton – Topic Meeting
- Topic Meeting on Constructive Disagreement: How to better manage public conflict
- Topic Meeting on Solid Waste This Thursday!
- March 27: Talk on Sustainable Development at Newton Free Library
- Don’t forget about the forum on sustainable development on Monday, March 27th!
- LWVN Supports Washington Place
- What can be done about Newton’s 588 gas leaks?
- Environmental Issues Committee meeting on Thursday
- Seeking Low Noise Lawn Care Provider Recommendations
- Recycling Information from Newton DPW
- Housing Needs in the Metrowest Region: First in a series from U-Chan on January 25
- LWVN Environmental Issues Committee (EIC) Meeting on Thursday, January 18th
- Housing Needs in the Metrowest Region: First in a series from U-Chan on January 25
- Send a letter to the EPA in support of the Clean Power Plan!
- The League Presents: School Transportation
- LWVN Environmental Issues Committee (EIC) Meeting on Thursday, January 18th
- Housing Needs in the Metrowest Region: First in a series from U-Chan on January 25
- LWVN Environmental Issues Committee Meeting Wednesday, 10 am
- U-CHAN Forum on March 8: Financing for Various Types of Housing–What are the real costs?
- The Community Preservation Commission (CPC) wants to hear from you!
- Thanks for the New Member Tea!
- UCHAN Forum: What is the spectrum of housing needs and how best to meet them?
- LWVN thanks Fred Brustman for his work on the Citizens Commission on Energy
- Tag Newton’s Gas Leaks on May 12th
- LWVN Local Action Meeting on reducing traffic congestion on May 4, 11 am
- Tag Newton’s Gas Leaks on May 12th
- LWVN Local Action Meeting on reducing traffic congestion on May 4, 11 am
- Tag Newton’s Gas Leaks on May 12th
- Haywood House hearing at ZBA, June 6th, 7 pm
- Contact Newton City Council about Proposed Changes/Limits in Zoning NOW
- LWVN Local Action Meeting on stormwater and sewage on Friday, June 8, 11 am
- Voice your opinion on Washington Street!
- Letter to ZBA: LWVN Supports Haywood House
- July 26th Webinar on Promoting Effective Action on Carbon Pricing
- Help LWVN evaluate the Webster Woods CPC application
- Help LWVN evaluate the Webster Woods CPC application
- Help Wanted! Volunteer needed to lead LWVN’s CPC Committee
- YIMBYtown Conference in Boston from September 21 to 23
- Help Wanted: Join LWVN’s CPC Committee
- LWVN support two CPC applications: Webster Woods and the Golda Meir House expansion
- LWVN’s Land Use and Housing Committee Meeting on November 1
- ‘Hello Washington Street’ Vision Plan and Zoning Recommendations
- Washington Street Vision Document is ready for comments!
- JCHE responses to questions on Golda Meir House expansion
- Thursday Topic Meeting on Newton Power Choice
- Washington Street Vision Document is ready for comments!
- What is Newton Power Choice?
- City of Newton: Newton Power Choice Contract is Signed!
- ‘Creating Greenways Along the Charles’ on January 24th
- Save the Date: ‘Creating Greenways Along the Charles’ on January 24th
- The League Presents: Affordable Housing 101
- Webinar: Climate Reports of 2018 with Professor Michael Oppenheimer
- Webinar: Climate Reports of 2018 with Professor Michael Oppenheimer
- LWVN support study on Christina Street Bridge
- Riverside Visioning Community Open House
- Q: What do affordable housing and civics education have in common?
- Comment on Changes to MBTA Bus Routes
- “Green New Deal” Letter Talking Points from LWVUS
- Celebrate 2 CPC Projects: Newton Highlands Playground and the Whipple Fence
- LWVMA Climate and Energy Solutions Series Webinar: Driving Down Emissions
- 3rd Annual Gas Leak Tagging Event on April 28th, 9 am from Mothers Out Front
- 3rd Annual Gas Leak Tagging Event on April 28th, 9 am from Mothers Out Front
- Housing, Transportation and Climate Change Speakers from Newton-Needham Regional Chamber
- Volunteer at Newton Civics Day on Tuesday, May 28th!
- Volunteer at Newton Civics Day on Tuesday, May 28th!
- Letter from Newton City Council Zoning and Planning Committee Chair
- Be a Part of Newton Civics Day on Tuesday, May 28th!
- The League Presents: The Newton Community Preservation Committee
- Take the Community Preservation Committee Survey
- LWVN Membership Supports Climate Emergency Resolution
- Newton Citizens Climate Action Plan (from Annual Meeting)
- 2022 Civics Challenge
- Banned Books Week: October 1-October 7
- Successful Book Signing Event with Dan Kennedy
- A Packed House for Cultural District Designation Topic Meeting!
- LWVMA Forum on Ballot Question #1: Audit Authority
- See the Recording of our Topic Meeting on Ballot Question #2
- LWVMA Program – Saving Our Immigrant Communities
- MASSCARE Community Forum on State-Wide Medicare for All, Co-Sponsored by LWVN
- Forum on a Single Payer Health System for Massachusetts
- LWVMA Meet the Specialists
- Virtual Town Hall with Congressman Jake Auchincloss
- Democracy in Everyday Life – Part II
- Understanding Municipal Finance
- MetroWest Ranked Choice Voting Launch
- Democracy in Everyday Life – Part III
- Democracy in Everyday Life – Part IV
- Democracy in Everyday Life – Part V
- Understanding Municipal Finance Part II
- Democracy in Everyday Life – Part VI
Local Action Log
- Support Safe Sidewalks Year Round
- Open letter to Mayor Warren
- Public Hearing for Snow Removal Ordinance
- Safe Sidewalks Ordinance Amendments
- Sidewalk Snow Ordinance Letter to the Newton TAB
- Sidewalk Snow Ordinance Update: February
- Next Step for Snow Ordinance
- Sidewalk Snow Ordinance Update – March 15
- A Step Forward for Safe Sidewalks!
- Getting Involved in Newton, Continued
- LWVMA 2012 Day on the Hill
- Affordable Housing Forum
- November Topic Meeting – Newton’s Override Proposal
- LWVN Member Meeting – League Vote on Newton’s Override Proposal
- LWVN Members Vote to Support Newton Override
- LWVN February Topic Meeting – Education Study Update
- Charter Commission Initiative
- LWVN March Topic Meeting – Local Program Planning
- LWVN urges Mayor to reopen public comment period for Engine 6 proposal
- Membership Meeting on Transportation
- LWVN urges Aldermen not to rezone Austin Street site
- Charter Commission Signature Drive Update
- LWVN Meeting on Austin Street Project
- New Date: Austin Street Meeting on March 1st
- LWVN Letter to the TAB about Metco
- Help Collect Charter Signatures on Marathon Monday!
- So many League things to do this week!
- LWVN Comments on Proposed Water / Sewer / Stormwater Rates
- Charter Petition Sundays Coming Up–Pitch In to Help!
- LWVN Board Votes to Support New Austin Street Plan
- Show Your Support for the Proposed Austin Street Plan
- Take Action with LWV
- Your signature can make the difference!
- Charter Commission Petition a Success!
- Charter Commission Nomination Papers Available Now!
- ‘All About Charter Commissions’ available online!
- Speak Up at the Austin Street Hearing on September 24
- Sign the Friends of Austin Street Petition!
- Now is the time to show your support for the Austin Street project!
- First Charter Commission Meeting on November 23rd
- Be a Charter Commission Observer!
- Austin Street Project is Approved
- Charter Commission Meeting, Wednesday, January 27th
- A Conversation about the Charter Commission, sponsored by FAS, on February 23
- Tuesday, February 23: A Conversation about the Charter Commission, sponsored by FAS
- LWVN Supports CPC Applications for Allen House and Crescent Street
- LWVN Local Program Planning–March 29
- Charter Commission Meeting Observer Notes: 2-10-16
- Time to send your opinions to the Charter Commission!
- Charter Commission Public Hearing on the City Council
- LWVN Statement on the Size of the City Council
- Charter Commission Public Hearing Observer Notes 3-30-16
- Charter Commission Roundtable Discussion Observer Notes 3-31-16
- Charter Commission Meeting Observer Notes 4-6-16
- Charter Commission Meeting Observer Notes 4-13-16
- April 27 CC Meeting Observer Notes
- May 4th CC Meeting–Observer Notes
- Charter Commission Meeting Observer Notes 5-11-16
- Charter Commission Observer Notes 5-18-16
- Charter Commission Update
- Charter Commission Observer Notes 6-1-16
- Charter Commission Observer Notes 6-15-16
- 6-29-16 Charter Commission Meeting Observer Notes
- 7-12-16 Charter Commission Observer Notes
- Charter Commission Meeting 8-24-16
- The Charter Commission wants to hear from you! Let them know your thoughts on the City Council proposals.
- 9-14-16 CC Public Hearing on Area Councils
- Charter Commission Meeting 9-28-16
- Charter Commission Meeting 10-19-16
- Charter Commission Meeting Notes Available 10-19-16
- Charter Commission Meeting 10-28-16
- New Charter Commission Observer Notes Available
- Charter Commission Meeting Observer Notes 11-16-16
- LWVN Supports Washington Place/Orr Block Project
- Charter Commission Meeting 1-11-17
- Charter Commission Meeting Notes Available!
- LWVN Joins in to Support Washington Place
- LWVMA Info on Women’s March in Boston
- LWVN Letter to the CPC on Crescent Street project
- If you went to the Women’s March (or saw it on TV)….now what?
- Charter Commission Meeting 1-25-17
- Charter Commission Meeting 2-1-17
- Charter Commission Meeting 2-15-17
- Charter Commission Public Hearing: 3-15-17
- CC Meeting 3-30-17
- Charter Commission Meeting 4-12-17
- Charter Commission Meeting: April 26, 3017
- LWVN Votes to Support the Proposed Charter
- May 24th Volunteer Meeting–YES for a New Charter
- Save the Trees Ride: Sunday, June 11th at 10 am
- LWVN Supports Auburn Street CPC Application
- LWVN Member Meeting on the City Charter Proposal
- LWVN Supports Washington Place
- Send your thoughts on Washington Place to City Council today!
- LWVN Letter to the TAB on Charter Proposal
- Be a LWVN Volunteer at the Newton Farmer’s Markets
- New The Citizen Lobbyist Handbook Available Online from LWVMA
- Opportunities to take action in September
- Can you help the ‘Yes for a New Charter’ campaign?
- UPDATE: Wednesday City Council Hearing on Home Rule Petition is Postponed
- Is your lawn looking empty? Sign up for a lawn sign from Yes for a New Charter!
- More discussion of Home Rule petition by City Council on Wednesday, November 15th
- Letter on Gas Leaks
- LWVN Local Action Meeting on reducing traffic congestion on May 4, 11 am
- LWVN Local Action Meeting on reducing traffic congestion on May 4, 11 am
- Support the Extreme Risk Protection Order on Monday at 11 am, MA State House
- LWVN Local Action Meeting on stormwater and sewage on Friday, June 8, 11 am
- LWVN Comments on CPC Applications
- LWVN requests reversal of changes to the Cable Communications Policy Act
- LWVN urges approval of revised snow and ice removal ordinance
- LWVN Supports Local Access Cable in Letter to FCC
- LWVN comments on review of Blue Ribbon Commission on Salaries
- LWVN Feedback to City Council on their process to adopt an increase in compensation
- LWVN supports the proposed Northland project
- LWVN supports the acquisition of Webster Woods
- LWVN supports creation of a COVID-19 Emergency Housing Relief Program
- LWVN Supports Golda Meir House CPA Application
- LWVN Letter to Mayor and Police Task Force
- LWVN Supports Comm. Ave Carriageway CPA Proposal
- LWVN supports mail-in and early voting for upcoming special elections
- LWVN Supports Vote 16
- LWVN Supports Bike Newton’s Petition for Improvements in Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety
- LWVN Supports Funding for a Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in City’s FY’22 Budget
- LWVN Supports Changes to Riverside Development Plan
- LWVN Sends Letter to Editor Urging Legislature to Move Quickly on VOTES Act
- LWVN Supports Sending Docket Item Regarding Electrification in New Construction Back to Committee
- LWVN Supports 2Life’s Request for a Special Permit for Opus Project
- LWVN Provides its Recommendations Regarding West Armory Proposals
- LWVN Requests a Review of the City’s Comprehensive Plan
- LWVN Joins U-CHAN on Recommendations for the Use of ARPA Funds for Housing Needs
- LWVN Signs on To Petition Supporting Funding for Early Education and Child Care
- LWVN Board Concurs with Newton Citizens Commission on Energy’s Memo Rejecting Newton Cemetery’s Tree Removal Request
- LWVN Affiliates with Our Homes, Our Votes
- LWVN Joins U-CHAN on Follow-Up Petition to the Mayor Regarding the Use of ARPA Funds for Housing Needs
- LWVN Supports Updates to Accessory Apartment Ordinance
- LWVN Supports West Newton Armory Project
- LWVN Members Vote to Support Newton’s Override Proposal
- LWVN Supports Act to Modernize Participation in Public Meetings
- LWVN Supports Village Center Overlay District
- LWVN Supports Northland Charlemont Project
- LWVN Joins Newton for Everyone
- LWVN Reaffirms Its Support of Village Center Overlay District in its Current Form
- LWVN Urges Mayor and School Committee to Secure a Fair Contract with NTA
- LWVN Sends Letter to City Clerk with Observations on November Election and December Recount
- LWVN Supports NewTV License Renewal and Funding
- LWVN Opinion Letter on the State of Newton’s Public Schools and Civic Engagement Published in The Newton Beacon
- LWVN Urges “No” Vote on School Choice
- LWVN Urges Adoption of Building Emissions Reduction and Disclosure Ordinance
- LWVN Supports Craft Street Project
- LWVN Urges City Council President to Call a Special Election for Vacant School Committee Seat
- LWVN Publishes Municipal Transparency and Accountability Report
- LWVN Supports NewTV Funding
- LWVN Urges Transparency in the Selection of Election Commissioners
- LWVN Expresses Support for Changes to Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) Ordinance
- LWVN Sends Email to Mayor with List of Transparency Report Priorities
- LWVN Expresses Support for Amendments to Northland Project
- Newton Beacon Publishes LWVN Letter to Editor on Running for Office
- LWVN Submits Testimony in Support of Medicare for All in Massachusetts
- LWVN Sends Letter to City Councilor Baker Expressing Disappointment on Exclusion of Public Comment from ZAP Hearing
- LWVN Submits Testimony in Support of Modernizing Funding for Community Media Programming
- LWVN Guest Essay In the Newton Beacon on the Need to Be Informed and Vote Informed
- LWVN Submits Comments in Opposition to Petition Requiring Proof of Citizenship to Register to Vote
- LWVN Sends Letter to Programs & Services in Support of Proposed City Council Rule Changes
- LWVN Submits Comments to the Draft 2026-2030 Newton Climate Action Plan
- Newton Beacon Publishes Letter to Editor on Councilor Micley’s Lack of Transparency in Recent Election
- LWVN Sends Letter to Programs & Services in Advance of Meeting on Proposed Changes to the City Charter
- LWVN Sends Letter to Mayor and City Council Regarding Selection of Docket Tracking Software
- LWVN Submits Letter in Support of BERDO for Certain Residential Owners
- LWVN Sends Letter to Programs & Services in Advance of Meeting on Proposed Early Voting Hours
- LWVN Sends Letter to Mayor Regarding Transparency of Election Commission Meetings
LWV MA
- What’s Up with the National and State Leagues? September 2010 Topic Meeting
- LWV Massachusetts Presents: Women’s Health in the 21st Century: What We Need to Know
- LWVMA Day on the Hill
- LWV Massachusetts 2011 Convention
- LWVMA Council 2012
- LWVMA 2012 Day on the Hill
- Day on the Hill 2013
- LWV Massachusetts 2013 Convention
- Take the League Out to the Ball Game!
- Wednesday, July 17th is LWVMA Lobby Day for Election Reform
- Take the League Out to the Ball Game!
- LWVMA Program: How Women Became Political
- Upcoming Dates of LWV Events
- LWVMA Day on the Hill CANCELLED
- Join us at our 2014 Annual Meeting, May 22
- What will your climate change legacy be?
- Take Action on Gun Bill
- LWV Commentary on November’s Ballot Questions
- Brush up on State Treasurer and Auditor Candidates
- LWVMA Urges Action on Transportation
- “Economic Inequality and Political Participation — Whose Voice Is Heard?” THURSDAY, MARCH 19
- LWVMA Day on the Hill–Tuesday, April 28th
- Be a part of the LWVMA Convention on May 15th and 16th
- LWVMA Day on the Hill on Tuesday, April 28th
- Join Secretary of Transportation Stephanie Pollack at LWVMA’s 95th Birthday
- LWVN Members Named to the Board of LWVMA
- Action Alert from LWVMA
- Take Action with LWV
- Newton Student Video Wins Third Place in LWVMA Video Contest
- Voter Registration Volunteers Needed at Faneuil Hall
- LWVMA Pay Equity Rally and Hearing on July 21
- Happy Birthday Medicare on July 30th!
- Help Register New Voters at Faneuil Hall on August 20th
- Save the Date: LWV Day on the Hill on Tuesday, February 9
- Thanks to volunteers for the LWVMA Phonathon!
- LWVMA Action Alert: Make Public Records Public And Support H.3665
- You can help Massachusetts cities and towns deal with destructive public conflict
- LWVMA Participates in Early Voting Challenge
- Join us for these upcoming LWVN and LWVMA events!
- LWVMA’s Day on the Hill–Tuesday, February 9th
- Join LWVMA’s Study Committee on Charter Schools
- LWVMA’s Day on the Hill is almost here!
- LWVMA’s Day on the Hill is this Tuesday!
- “Use Your Voice Tour” 2016 in Cambridge on March 10
- LWVMA Action Alert: Driver’s License Suspension Bill
- March 13 Forum: Homes for Low-Income Families…do we care enough?
- Local Environmental Action Conference on March 13, 2016
- Presentation: Building Up People Not Prisons with Andrea James
- LWVMA Council 2016 on April 30th in Worcester!
- Show your support for single-payer health care bills on Tuesday!
- Carbon Pricing Lobbying Day on Wednesday, May 11
- LWVMA Info on Women’s March in Boston
- Update on the Boston Women’s March and LWVMA
- Save the Date: “Assessing our security in an age of mayhem” by Juliette Kayyem
- March 25th: The Politics of Justice: Comprehensive Criminal Justice Reform
- Register for LWVMA’s 2017 Convention: April 28 & 29
- From LWVMA: Safe Communities Lobby Day on April 5th
- Join LWV at the D.C. Climate March on April 29th
- From LWVMA: MA Clean Energy Future Tour
- Opportunities for Action from LWVMA
- Join the Ballot Question Study Committee by July 15
- Save the date for Day on the Hill
- LWVMA Climate and Energy Solutions Series Continues
- New State League Action Newsletter–Be sure you are signed up!
- LWVMA Opportunities for Action
- Where does LWV stand on the Election Integrity Commission request?
- Join the LWVMA Ballot Question Study Committee by July 27th
- New The Citizen Lobbyist Handbook Available Online from LWVMA
- Join LWVMA for Women’s Equality Day on Thursday, August 24th
- Upcoming Events on Environmental Issues
- Opportunities to take action in September
- LWVMA Day on the Hill on October 24th
- Join LWVMA and LWVN at Day on the Hill on Tuesday!
- Many thanks to Newton’s State Delegation–LWVMA Day on the Hill update
- LWVN Lunch at Day on the Hill–Photo
- LWVMA Phonathon in Newton
- Lights! Camera! LWVMA Student Video Contest!
- Moderator Training at ActonTV on February 15
- Automatic Voter Registration Lobby Day on January 31
- Automatic Voter Registration Lobby Day on Wednesday, January 31
- Moderator Training at ActonTV on February 15
- Lights! Camera! LWVMA Student Video Contest!
- Show Valentine’s Day Love for Mass Power Forward and Criminal Justice Reform
- Save the Date: LWVMA Spring Conference on April 28
- Webinar from LWVMA: “Cooler Smarter: Practical Steps for Low-Carbon Living”
- Wondering what you can do to support gun control? Here are some ideas!
- LWVMA Info on Saturday’s March Ror Our Lives
- LWVMA Conference: “Beyond the March: Women Leading the Way in Massachusetts” on April 28th
- LWVMA Conference: “Beyond the March: Women Leading the Way in Massachusetts” on April 28th
- Help create the LWVMA Online Voters Guide for the state primary and general elections!
- Lobby Day on Beacon Hill for Energy and Environmental Justice–Thursday, 12 to 4
- Boston Globe Subscribers: Please support the League of Women Voters Lotte E. Scharfman Memorial Fund
- Help create the LWVMA Online Voters Guide for the state primary and general elections!
- LWVMA Climate and Energy Solution Series Webinar on Thursday, May 24, 4 – 5pm
- Interested in state-wide issues? Be a legislative envoy for the League!
- LWVMA Positions on November Ballot Questions
- Voter Registration Volunteers needed at Drumlin Farm on August 3 and24
- Absentee ballots but no early voting in September Primary
- Statewide Call-In Day for Immigrant’s Rights on July 30th
- LWVMA Online Voters Guide
- LWVMA Online Voters Guide
- U.S. 2020 Census Question: Do This by Tuesday!
- LWVMA Online Voters Guide Now Available!
- LWVMA Online Voters Guide is fixed and now available!
- LWVMA Online Voters Guide is now available!
- Still undecided? Let LWVN and LWVMA help you!
- LWVMA Voter Registration Opportunities Available Around Massachusetts
- Save your red ‘2018 Information for Voters’ guide for a League study!
- Statewide Opportunities to Help with Voter Registration
- LWVMA: Volunteer to help protect our elections
- Rally to Protect Immigrant Families outside Faneuil Hall on Monday, noon
- LWVMA Online Voters Guide Now Available
- League Resources for Tuesday’s Election
- Wondering about how state ballot questions work? Information and Discussion on December 9th
- Materials for State Study on Ballot Question Process
- Resources for LWVMA Study on State Ballot Question Process
- Consensus Meeting on State Ballot Question Process: Sunday, January 13th, 2 – 4 pm
- Consensus Meeting Success!
- Webinar: Climate Reports of 2018 with Professor Michael Oppenheimer
- Lobby Day for Single-Payer Bills on Wednesday at 11 am
- Webinar: Climate Reports of 2018 with Professor Michael Oppenheimer
- Wine, Cheese, & State Program Planning on Sunday, March 3 from 3 pm to 5 pm
- Notes on Launa Zimmaro’s Talk on LWVMA and Environmental Issues
- March For Our Lives Anniversary on Monday
- Survey from the MA Coalition to Prevent Gun Violence
- LWVMA is turning 100 next year! Be a part of the anniversary committee
- LWVMA Climate and Energy Solutions Series Webinar: Driving Down Emissions
- LWVMA is turning 100 next year! Be a part of the anniversary committee
- LWVMA is turning 100 next year! Be a part of the anniversary committee
- LWVMA Volunteers Needed for Voter Registration at Lena Park Summer Slam in Boston, June 8th
- Support March for Our Lives on Monday, June 3rd at the State House
- LWVMA Moderator Training on June 12 in Beverly
- LWVN Membership Supports Climate Emergency Resolution
- Thursday: Add Your Voice at Election Day Registration Hearing on June 20
- Monday: Hearing on ROE Act to Expand Reproductive Rights on June 17
- LWVMA: Ranked Choice Voting lobby day Tuesday, July 16
- LWVMA Climate Emergency Action Resolution and Plan
- League of Women Voters MA: League Day on the Hill – Lobby Day October 17th
- LWVMA – January Opportunities for Action
- Opportunities for Action & Learning
- Climate Action – LWV US & MA
- Happy 100 Years LWV Massachusetts! And Congratulations to our “Formidable Woman” Bonnie Carter!
- How Does the MA Legislature Work?
- Redistricting in Massachusetts: Training Opportunities
- Transportation and Climate Initiative – May 20th at 4:00PM
- LWVN Supports An Act Promoting Community Immunity
- LWVMA Statement on Leaked Supreme Court Opinion
- State Council/National Convention
- LWVN Signs on To Petition Supporting Funding for Early Education and Child Care
- LWVMA Supports YES on Ballot Question 4
- Monday, July 17 at 7pm: Zoom Informational Meeting on Proposed Gun Control Laws
- Contact Your State Representatives Regarding HD4220, An Act Modernizing Firearm Laws
- LWVMA Webinar Series on the Status and Future Plans for Offshore Wind
- Election Protection
- LWVMA Forum on Ballot Question #1: Audit Authority
- Help Make November 5 a Secure Election
- LWVMA Reparations Study for Black Americans
- LWVMA Program and Action 2025-2027 Town Hall
- LWVMA Program – Saving Our Immigrant Communities
- Our Membership Process Has Changed
- Protect Our Immigrant Communities
- Images from Light For Our Democracy
- Defend the Commonwealth from Federal Threats
- LWVMA Meet the Specialists
- Our Membership Process Has Changed
- Democracy in Everyday Life – Part II
- Renew Your Membership Now!
- Renew Your Membership
- Democracy in Everyday Life – Part III
- Our Day at Day on the Hill
- LWVN Submits Comments in Opposition to Petition Requiring Proof of Citizenship to Register to Vote
- LWVMA Night at Suffs The Musical: Thursday, March 19, 2026
- Democracy in Everyday Life – Part IV
- LWVMA New Member Mingle
- Democracy in Everyday Life – Part V
- Democracy in Everyday Life – Part VI
LWV US
- What’s Up with the National and State Leagues? September 2010 Topic Meeting
- LWVUS – New Education Position
- September Topic Meeting – Report on LWVUS National Convention
- Response and Discussion on the recent Supreme Court decision on the Voting Rights Act (VRA)
- March for the Dream on August 24th (NEW Information)
- The POLITICS of FOOD: You Are What You Eat
- Agricultural Consensus Meeting–Wednesday, March 19
- Upcoming Dates of LWV Events
- Take Action with LWV
- January Topic Meeting: Money in Politics
- Money in Politics Consensus Meeting–Thursday, January 28th
- LWVN and National Program Planning–February 17th
- LWVUS National Convention: June 16-19, 2016
- “Use Your Voice Tour” 2016 in Cambridge on March 10
- LWVUS Celebrates Women’s History Month
- LWV Info on Women’s March in Washington, DC
- Where does the League stand on immigration?
- Join LWV at the D.C. Climate March on April 29th
- LWV Statement on Trump’s “Election Integrity Commission”
- National LWV Immigrant Discussion Group Forming
- LWVUS: Join the protest in New Hampshire on Tuesday against the Election Integrity Commission
- October 3: LWVUS Fall Webinar on Independent Redistricting
- Send a letter to the EPA in support of the Clean Power Plan!
- National Program Planning by LWVN
- So what are the League’s positions on gun control?
- LWV on the proposed citizenship question on the 2020 Census
- May 9th Webinar with Dr. Emily Wimberger on Cap and Trade
- May 9th Webinar with Dr. Emily Wimberger on Cap and Trade
- What can you do to help families at the US Border?
- July 26th Webinar on Promoting Effective Action on Carbon Pricing
- U.S. 2020 Census Question: Do This by Tuesday!
- “Green New Deal” Letter Talking Points from LWVUS
- LWVN Supports Local Access Cable in Letter to FCC
- LWVUS on recent court decisions
- LWV – Message from Virginia Kase, CEO
- 2020 LWVUS Convention Report
- Climate Action – LWV US & MA
- LWV Climate Change Task Force
- Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy
- LWV US calls for removal of President Trump
- LWV US Issues Joint Statement on Derek Chauvin Trial Verdict
- State Council/National Convention
- National Convention
- Women’s Inequality Day – August 26
- LWVUS Convention: June 27-June 30, 2024
- LWVUS Program – Defending Democracy in 2025
- Our Membership Process Has Changed
- Protect Our Immigrant Communities
- Images from Light For Our Democracy
- Lawsuit filed Challenging Executive Order on Voting Rights
- Our Membership Process Has Changed
- Renew Your Membership Now!
- Images from Good Trouble Rally
- Renew Your Membership
- No Kings 2
- LWVN Submits Comments in Opposition to Petition Requiring Proof of Citizenship to Register to Vote
- No Kings 3 – March 28
LWVN Programming
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Membership
- New Member Tea Open to All Members on Sunday, March 18
- New Member Tea Open to All Members on Sunday, March 18
- Thanks for the New Member Tea!
- 2021 LWVN Handbook Now Available
- Co-Presidents Letter – December 2025
- Our Membership Process Has Changed
- Our Membership Process Has Changed
- Renew Your Membership Now!
- Renew Your Membership
- Co-Presidents Letter – December 2025
- LWVMA New Member Mingle
Municipal Finance
- November Topic Meeting – Newton’s Override Proposal
- Newton Budget and Override FAQs
- LWVN Member Meeting – League Vote on Newton’s Override Proposal
- LWVN Members Vote to Support Newton Override
- Funding Newton’s Post-Retirement Benefits – The “OPEB” Issue: Topic Meeting
- LWVN comments on review of Blue Ribbon Commission on Salaries
- LWVN Feedback to City Council on their process to adopt an increase in compensation
- The League Presents: Newton’s Municipal Budget
- Educational Forum on ARPA: View the Recording
- Educational Forum: American Rescue Plan Act
- LWVN Opinion Letter on the State of Newton’s Public Schools and Civic Engagement Published in The Newton Beacon
- Understanding Municipal Finance
- Understanding Municipal Finance Part II
News
- LWVN’s Busy April Calendar
- 2014-2015 Topic Meetings
- Share your memories of Ann Grantham with LWVN
- City Transportation Survey
- LWVN Members Johnson and Hobson Honored by State
- LWVN Statement to the Newton Charter Commission
- Send your comments to the Newton Charter Commission!
- Let us know if you don’t have the latest LWVN Handbook
- LWVN letter on City Council actions regarding charter proposal
- Make your voice heard on Wednesday: City Council committee to discuss home-rule proposal
- Happy Holidays from LWVN!
- Want to be more involved in 2018? Help out at the League!
- LWVN remembers Jane Leighton
- Membership Reminder…
- Help Incarcerated MA Voters Vote this Fall
- LWVN Help Wanted: CPC, EIC, Municipal Finance, and ‘The League Presents…’
- Meet your Board of Directors
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- Jane Leighton Award 2020 Nominees
- Call to Action – Making Face Masks
- 4th Congressional District: 2020 Candidate Forum – August 5
- Support LWVN – Buy a “VOTE!” Mask
- Recording of Richard Rothstein: The Color of Law
- Recording of Zoning Reform in Newton, with Jay Walter
- Call to Action on Potential MBTA Service Cuts
- Happy 100 Years LWV Massachusetts! And Congratulations to our “Formidable Woman” Bonnie Carter!
- 2021 LWVN Mask Fundraiser
- LWVN Scholarship: Apply before March 1
- Video of Roundtable Discussion on the Preservation and Use of Crystal Lake
- Thank You to Congressmen Frank, Kennedy and Auchincloss and Gail Spector
- The League Presents: The West Newton Armory Project
- LWVN Supports Funding for a Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in City’s FY’22 Budget
- LWV US Issues Joint Statement on Derek Chauvin Trial Verdict
- 2021 LWVN Handbook Now Available
- The League Presents: The VOTES Act with State Senator Creem
- Redistricting in Massachusetts: Training Opportunities
- What You Should Know About Congressional Apportionment
- LWVN Supports Changes to Riverside Development Plan
- Transportation and Climate Initiative – May 20th at 4:00PM
- Webinar – Voting Rights: Where Do We Go From Here? May 13 at 7pm
- The League Presents: Newton’s Municipal Budget
- Voices of the Next Generation
- LWVN Sends Letter to Editor Urging Legislature to Move Quickly on VOTES Act
- The League Presents: Non-Profit Support for Arts & Culture in Newton
- LWVN Supports 2Life’s Request for a Special Permit for Opus Project
- Newton Preliminary Election – Tuesday, September 14, 2021
- See What LWVN Has Been Up to
- President’s Message
- Candidate Forums (Contested) for Nov. 2 Election: Ward and At-Large Councilors and School Committee
- Information for voters
- Newton General Election – Tuesday, November 2, 2021
- The League Presents: Hattie Kerwin Derrick, Newton’s Director of Community Engagement & Inclusion
- Reimagining our Village Centers: Virtual Public Info Session Nov. 15
- LWVN Provides its Recommendations Regarding West Armory Proposals
- The League Presents: The Newton Housing Partnership and the Fair Housing Committee
- In case you missed it: Watch the Recording of Our Conversation with Congressman Jake Auchincloss
- Educational Forum on ARPA: View the Recording
- The League Presents: A Conversation with Congressional District 4 Director Dana Hanson
- 2022 Newton Inaugurations and Inaugural Addresses
- MLK Day Events: Continue the Discussion of Where Do We Go From Here
- LWVN Requests a Review of the City’s Comprehensive Plan
- LWVN Scholarship: Apply by March 31
- Newton City Council President Susan Albright: Inauguration Address — January 2022
- Getting Newton to Zero Waste
- The League Presents: A Conversation with Three New School Committee Members
- LWVN Supports An Act Promoting Community Immunity
- Defending our Democracy
- The League Presents: Newton’s Citizens Commission on Energy
- Community Update Meeting for NewCal
- 2022 Civics Challenge
- Earth Day 2022 Programs & Events
- LWVMA Statement on Leaked Supreme Court Opinion
- LWVN Signs on To Petition Supporting Funding for Early Education and Child Care
- President’s Message from 2022 Annual Meeting
- Membership Approves Consensus Study Committee on Zoning
- LWVN Board Concurs with Newton Citizens Commission on Energy’s Memo Rejecting Newton Cemetery’s Tree Removal Request
- Municipal Transparency and Accountability Initiative: Mission Statement and Goals
- State Primary Election is Tuesday, September 6. Don’t Forget to Vote!
- Village Centers Zoning Updates – Phase II
- Women’s Inequality Day – August 26
- State General Election is Tuesday, November 8. Don’t Forget to Vote!
- 2022 Indigenous Peoples Day & Harvest Fair
- Give Your Feedback on Proposed Changes to Village Center Zoning
- 2022 Harvest Fair
- LWVN Supports Updates to Accessory Apartment Ordinance
- Ballot Question Forums
- LWVMA Supports YES on Ballot Question 4
- Newton Special Election – Tuesday, March 14, 2023
- LWVN Supports West Newton Armory Project
- Join Our Consensus Study Committees
- LWVN Members Vote to Support Newton’s Override Proposal
- Women’s History Month
- LWVN Supports Act to Modernize Participation in Public Meetings
- 2023 LWVN Scholarship – Accepting Applications through April 30
- Celebrate Earth Day with LWVN
- Notes and recording: Don’t Just Stand There… Run!
- Another Successful Civics Challenge!
- June is Pride Month
- The League Presents: Mental Health – A Community Conversation, Part 1
- Video & Presentation: Anti-LGBTQIA+ Backlash: What can you do to push back?
- The League Presents: Pride Month Edition – A Conversation with Newton Youth
- LWVN Supports Village Center Overlay District
- Annual Meeting Update
- Monday, July 17 at 7pm: Zoom Informational Meeting on Proposed Gun Control Laws
- Contact Your State Representatives Regarding HD4220, An Act Modernizing Firearm Laws
- LWVN Supports Northland Charlemont Project
- The League Presents: Zoning Redesign Part III; Village Center Overlay District Ordinance
- Newton Preliminary Election – Tuesday, September 12, 2023
- Banned Books Week: October 1-October 7
- Newton Municipal Election – Tuesday, November 7, 2023
- LWVN Joins Newton for Everyone
- Attention: Beware of Election Disinformation
- LWVN Reaffirms Its Support of Village Center Overlay District in its Current Form
- Special City Council Meeting to Consider Village Center Overlay District
- An Engaging and Lively Book Group Discussion on Gender Queer and Banned Books
- Newton City Council Approves Zoning Reform
- LWVMA Webinar Series on the Status and Future Plans for Offshore Wind
- GBIO In-District Meeting with State Legislators on Housing and Mental Health Justice
- LWVN Urges Mayor and School Committee to Secure a Fair Contract with NTA
- Successful Book Signing Event with Dan Kennedy
- Call to Action in Response to Recent Teacher Strike
- LWVN Sends Letter to City Clerk with Observations on November Election and December Recount
- Topic Meeting on PFAS a Success!
- A Packed House for Cultural District Designation Topic Meeting!
- Celebrate Earth Day with LWVN
- 2024 LWVN Scholarship – Accepting Applications through April 30
- LWVN Opinion Letter on the State of Newton’s Public Schools and Civic Engagement Published in The Newton Beacon
- LWVN Urges Adoption of Building Emissions Reduction and Disclosure Ordinance
- Election Protection
- LWVUS Convention: June 27-June 30, 2024
- Annual Meeting Update
- LWVUS Statement on Supreme Court’s Ruling on Presidential Immunity
- Seeking Questions for Candidate Forum for Governor’s Council District 3
- Candidate Forum for Governor’s Council District 3
- Early Voting Dates and Hours for State Primary Election
- State Primary Election – Tuesday, September 3, 2024
- Candidate Forums for 11th and 12th Middlesex District Representative
- Seeking Questions for Candidate Forum for 11th Middlesex District Representative
- LWVN Supports Craft Street Project
- LWVMA Forum on Ballot Question #1: Audit Authority
- LWVN Urges City Council President to Call a Special Election for Vacant School Committee Seat
- State General Election – Tuesday, November 5, 2024: Early In-Person Voting Starts October 19
- Help Make November 5 a Secure Election
- Candidate Forum for 11th Middlesex District Representative Available to View
- See the Recording of our Topic Meeting on Ballot Question #2
- Ballot Questions for November 2024
- Newton for Everyone Hybrid Event – October 28, 7:00pm: Housing for Older Adults in Newton
- State General Election – Tuesday, November 5, 2024
- LWVN Publishes Municipal Transparency and Accountability Report
- An Engaging and Lively Book Discussion and Holiday Celebration
- LWVN Supports NewTV Funding
- Co-Presidents Letter – December 2025
- LWVMA Reparations Study for Black Americans
- Democracy – What Does it Mean in People’s Everyday Lives
- LWVMA Program and Action 2025-2027 Town Hall
- Newton for Everyone Hybrid Event: What would it take to build 100% affordable housing in Newton?
- LWVN Urges Transparency in the Selection of Election Commissioners
- LWVMA Program – Saving Our Immigrant Communities
- LWVUS Program – Defending Democracy in 2025
- Our Membership Process Has Changed
- LWVN Urges Congress to Exercise its Authority
- LWVN Expresses Support for Changes to Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) Ordinance
- Protect Our Immigrant Communities
- How to Run for Office
- Light for Our Democracy
- Images from Light For Our Democracy
- March 18, 2025 Voter’s Guide
- Newton Special Election – Tuesday, March 18, 2025
- One Person One Vote
- LWVN Sends Email to Mayor with List of Transparency Report Priorities
- Lawsuit filed Challenging Executive Order on Voting Rights
- MASSCARE Community Forum on State-Wide Medicare for All, Co-Sponsored by LWVN
- LWVN Expresses Support for Amendments to Northland Project
- Defend the Commonwealth from Federal Threats
- Forum on a Single Payer Health System for Massachusetts
- Newton Beacon Publishes LWVN Letter to Editor on Running for Office
- LWVMA Meet the Specialists
- Housing and Climate Change Forum
- 2025 LWVN Scholarship – Accepting Applications through April 30
- Virtual Town Hall with Congressman Jake Auchincloss
- How to Run for Office – Part II
- Save the Date: State Convention June 14, 2025
- LWVN Merchandise Fundraiser
- Our Membership Process Has Changed
- How to Run for Office – Part III
- How to Run for Office
- LWVN Submits Testimony in Support of Medicare for All in Massachusetts
- Democracy in Everyday Life – Part II
- Understanding Municipal Finance
- Legislative Roundtable with our State Reps
- Annual Meeting Update
- Considering a Run for Municipal Office?
- Renew Your Membership Now!
- LWVN Sends Letter to City Councilor Baker Expressing Disappointment on Exclusion of Public Comment from ZAP Hearing
- MetroWest Ranked Choice Voting Launch
- LWVN Submits Testimony in Support of Modernizing Funding for Community Media Programming
- Images from Good Trouble Rally
- Newton voters: send us your questions for the candidates
- Renew Your Membership
- Our Voter Service Team at Work!
- Democracy in Everyday Life – Part III
- Our Day at Day on the Hill
- Newton for Everyone invites you to join them at their upcoming event!
- Be Informed to Vote Informed – 2025
- LWVN Guest Essay In the Newton Beacon on the Need to Be Informed and Vote Informed
- Saturday Afternoon at the Races a Success!
- No Kings 2
- Election Resources
- LWVN Submits Comments in Opposition to Petition Requiring Proof of Citizenship to Register to Vote
- Parking Ban Ballot Question – Recap and Recording
- Candidate Forums for the November 2025 Municipal Election Available to View
- Voter Information: November 4, 2025 Newton Municipal Election
- LWVN Sends Letter to Programs & Services in Support of Proposed City Council Rule Changes
- Want to Volunteer?
- The City’s Draft Climate Action Plan
- LWVN Submits Comments to the Draft 2026-2030 Newton Climate Action Plan
- Donate to the LWVN Scholarship Fund
- Book Talk a Success!
- Fall Legislative Roundtable with our State Reps
- Co-Presidents Letter – December 2025
- LWVMA Night at Suffs The Musical: Thursday, March 19, 2026
- Democracy in Everyday Life – Part IV
- Newton Beacon Publishes Letter to Editor on Councilor Micley’s Lack of Transparency in Recent Election
- Newton for Everyone Screening: Does “Luxury” Housing Help or Hurt the Unhoused?
- Webinar: Plastics, The Mounting Threat to Public Health
- The League Presents: A Discussion with Superintendent Anna Nolin
- LWVMA New Member Mingle
- No Kings 3 – March 28
- LWVN Sends Letter to Programs & Services in Advance of Meeting on Proposed Changes to the City Charter
- Newton for Everyone Event: Two Years of VCOD, Where Are We and What’s Next
- Champagne & Chocolate a Success!
- 2026 LWVN Scholarship – Apply by April 30
- Democracy in Everyday Life – Part V
- LWVN Sends Letter to Mayor and City Council Regarding Selection of Docket Tracking Software
- Understanding Municipal Finance Part II
- 2026 Newton Civic Spotlight
- LWV US Responds to Supreme Court Ruling on Voting Rights Act
- LVWMA Council
- Canceled – Middle School Civics Challenge
- LWVN Submits Letter in Support of BERDO for Certain Residential Owners
- Interactive Webinar on Privitization
- 2026 Annual Meeting Update
- Democracy in Everyday Life – Part VI
- The League Presents: An Interview with City Clerk Drew Willison
- Newton for Everyone Event: Good Intentions, Bad Outcomes
- Ballot Questions for November 2026
- LWVN Sends Letter to Programs & Services in Advance of Meeting on Proposed Early Voting Hours
- LWVN Sends Letter to Mayor Regarding Transparency of Election Commission Meetings
- Ward 2 Polling Locations Change
- Ballot Questions for November 2026 General Election
- Seeking Questions for Candidate Forums
- Seeking Questions for Candidate Forums
- September Primary Election Candidate Forums
- State Primary Election – Tuesday, September 1, 2026
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- Important Reminder: Vote by Mail Application
- 4th Congressional District: 2020 Candidate Forum – August 5
- Watch the 4th District Candidate Forum
- Watch the 10th Middlesex District Candidate Forum with John Lawn and Alison Leary
- The Census Needs YOU — Please Volunteer NOW.
- Community Open Sessions: Personal Experiences with NPD
- Support LWVN – Buy a “VOTE!” Mask
- SEPTEMBER 1ST is VOTING DAY
- Learn About Massachusetts Election Reform
- Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy
- The League Presents: Voting in Newton During the Pandemic with David Olson, Clerk of Elections, City of Newton
- How to Vote by Mail
- The League Presents: Vote Yes on Question 2 and support Ranked Choice Voting
- Plan your vote!
- Quarantined or Hospitalized? You can still vote!
- Count the Vote
- Recording of Richard Rothstein: The Color of Law
- Meet Representative-Elect Jake Auchincloss
- Call to Action on Potential MBTA Service Cuts
- Best Wishes …
- How Does the MA Legislature Work?
- LWVN Newsletter, Winter 2020-21
- 2021 LWVN Mask Fundraiser
- Questions for Upcoming Candidate Forum: Please Submit by February 15, 2021
- LWVN Supports Vote 16
- LWVN Scholarship: Apply before March 1
- Roundtable Discussion on the Use and Preservation of Crystal Lake
- City Council Candidate Forum recordings now available
- Newton Special Election – Tuesday, March 16, 2021
- Don’t Just Stand There…Run in 2021 Campaign Workshop
- LWVN Supports Bike Newton’s Petition for Improvements in Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety
- LWVN Supports Funding for a Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in City’s FY’22 Budget
- LWV US Issues Joint Statement on Derek Chauvin Trial Verdict
- 2021 LWVN Handbook Now Available
- LWVN Supports Changes to Riverside Development Plan
- Transportation and Climate Initiative – May 20th at 4:00PM
- Webinar – Voting Rights: Where Do We Go From Here? May 13 at 7pm
- Voices of the Next Generation: A Youth Panel on Civic Action
- LWVN Sends Letter to Editor Urging Legislature to Move Quickly on VOTES Act
- Submit your questions for the Newton 2021 Municipal Election
- LWVN Supports 2Life’s Request for a Special Permit for Opus Project
- Newton Preliminary Election – Tuesday, September 14, 2021
- Preliminary Mayoral Candidates Forum
- Voters Guide: Newton Preliminary Election, September 14, 2021
- Send your questions for the candidates: Newton Municipal Election, Nov 2, 2021
- See What LWVN Has Been Up to
- Candidate Forums (Contested) for Nov. 2 Election: Ward and At-Large Councilors and School Committee
- LWVN 2021 Voters Guide is here!
- Information for voters
- Newton General Election – Tuesday, November 2, 2021
- Reimagining our Village Centers: Virtual Public Info Session Nov. 15
- LWVN Provides its Recommendations Regarding West Armory Proposals
- A Conversation with Congressman Auchincloss
- Educational Forum: American Rescue Plan Act
- Book Group Discussion: Where Do We Go From Here by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
- MLK Day Events: Continue the Discussion of Where Do We Go From Here
- LWVN Requests a Review of the City’s Comprehensive Plan
- LWVN Scholarship: Apply by March 31
- Remarks of Chief Justice Budd for Inauguration of Mayor Ruthanne Fuller January 2022
- Mayor Ruthanne Fuller: Inaugural Address – January 2022
- Newton City Council President Susan Albright: Inauguration Address — January 2022
- School Committee Chair Tamika Olszewski: Inaugural Address January 2022
- LWVN Supports An Act Promoting Community Immunity
- Community Update Meeting for NewCal
- Earth Day 2022 Programs & Events
- LWVN Joins U-CHAN on Recommendations for the Use of ARPA Funds for Housing Needs
- RSVP to LWVN’s 2022 Annual Meeting
- State Council/National Convention
- LWVN Signs on To Petition Supporting Funding for Early Education and Child Care
- National Convention
- LWVN Board Concurs with Newton Citizens Commission on Energy’s Memo Rejecting Newton Cemetery’s Tree Removal Request
- State Primary Election is Tuesday, September 6. Don’t Forget to Vote!
- LWVN Affiliates with Our Homes, Our Votes
- Village Centers Zoning Updates – Phase II
- Women’s Inequality Day – August 26
- State General Election is Tuesday, November 8. Don’t Forget to Vote!
- LWVN Joins U-CHAN on Follow-Up Petition to the Mayor Regarding the Use of ARPA Funds for Housing Needs
- 2022 Indigenous Peoples Day & Harvest Fair
- 2022 Indigenous Peoples Day – Resources
- Give Your Feedback on Proposed Changes to Village Center Zoning
- 2022 Harvest Fair
- LWVN Supports Updates to Accessory Apartment Ordinance
- Ballot Question Forums
- LWVMA Supports YES on Ballot Question 4
- Newton Special Election – Tuesday, March 14, 2023
- LWVN Supports West Newton Armory Project
- LWVN Supports Act to Modernize Participation in Public Meetings
- 2023 LWVN Scholarship – Accepting Applications through April 30
- Celebrate Earth Day with LWVN
- June is Pride Month
- LWVN Supports Village Center Overlay District
- Monday, July 17 at 7pm: Zoom Informational Meeting on Proposed Gun Control Laws
- Contact Your State Representatives Regarding HD4220, An Act Modernizing Firearm Laws
- LWVN Supports Northland Charlemont Project
- Newton Preliminary Election – Tuesday, September 12, 2023
- Banned Books Week: October 1-October 7
- Newton Municipal Election – Tuesday, November 7, 2023
- Attention: Beware of Election Disinformation
- LWVN Reaffirms Its Support of Village Center Overlay District in its Current Form
- Special City Council Meeting to Consider Village Center Overlay District
- LWVMA Webinar Series on the Status and Future Plans for Offshore Wind
- GBIO In-District Meeting with State Legislators on Housing and Mental Health Justice
- LWVN Sends Letter to City Clerk with Observations on November Election and December Recount
- LWVN Supports NewTV License Renewal and Funding
- Celebrate Earth Day with LWVN
- 2024 LWVN Scholarship – Accepting Applications through April 30
- LWVN Opinion Letter on the State of Newton’s Public Schools and Civic Engagement Published in The Newton Beacon
- LWVN Urges “No” Vote on School Choice
- LWVN Urges Adoption of Building Emissions Reduction and Disclosure Ordinance
- LWVUS Convention: June 27-June 30, 2024
- LWVUS Statement on Supreme Court’s Ruling on Presidential Immunity
- Seeking Questions for Candidate Forum for Governor’s Council District 3
- Candidate Forum for Governor’s Council District 3
- Early Voting Dates and Hours for State Primary Election
- State Primary Election – Tuesday, September 3, 2024
- Candidate Forums for 11th and 12th Middlesex District Representative
- Observer Notes: Advanced Early Vote Processing
- Seeking Questions for Candidate Forum for 11th Middlesex District Representative
- LWVN Supports Craft Street Project
- LWVMA Forum on Ballot Question #1: Audit Authority
- LWVN Urges City Council President to Call a Special Election for Vacant School Committee Seat
- State General Election – Tuesday, November 5, 2024: Early In-Person Voting Starts October 19
- Help Make November 5 a Secure Election
- Candidate Forum for 11th Middlesex District Representative Available to View
- See the Recording of our Topic Meeting on Ballot Question #2
- Ballot Questions for November 2024
- Newton for Everyone Hybrid Event – October 28, 7:00pm: Housing for Older Adults in Newton
- State General Election – Tuesday, November 5, 2024
- LWVN Supports NewTV Funding
- Co-Presidents Letter – December 2025
- LWVMA Program and Action 2025-2027 Town Hall
- Newton for Everyone Hybrid Event: What would it take to build 100% affordable housing in Newton?
- LWVN Urges Transparency in the Selection of Election Commissioners
- LWVMA Program – Saving Our Immigrant Communities
- LWVUS Program – Defending Democracy in 2025
- LWVN Expresses Support for Changes to Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) Ordinance
- Protect Our Immigrant Communities
- How to Run for Office
- Light for Our Democracy
- March 18, 2025 Voter’s Guide
- Newton Special Election – Tuesday, March 18, 2025
- LWVN Sends Email to Mayor with List of Transparency Report Priorities
- MASSCARE Community Forum on State-Wide Medicare for All, Co-Sponsored by LWVN
- LWVN Expresses Support for Amendments to Northland Project
- Defend the Commonwealth from Federal Threats
- Forum on a Single Payer Health System for Massachusetts
- Newton Beacon Publishes LWVN Letter to Editor on Running for Office
- LWVMA Meet the Specialists
- Housing and Climate Change Forum
- 2025 LWVN Scholarship – Accepting Applications through April 30
- Virtual Town Hall with Congressman Jake Auchincloss
- How to Run for Office – Part II
- Save the Date: State Convention June 14, 2025
- LWVN Merchandise Fundraiser
- How to Run for Office – Part III
- LWVN Submits Testimony in Support of Medicare for All in Massachusetts
- LWVN Sends Letter to City Councilor Baker Expressing Disappointment on Exclusion of Public Comment from ZAP Hearing
- MetroWest Ranked Choice Voting Launch
- LWVN Submits Testimony in Support of Modernizing Funding for Community Media Programming
- Newton for Everyone invites you to join them at their upcoming event!
- Be Informed to Vote Informed – 2025
- LWVN Guest Essay In the Newton Beacon on the Need to Be Informed and Vote Informed
- No Kings 2
- Election Resources
- LWVN Submits Comments in Opposition to Petition Requiring Proof of Citizenship to Register to Vote
- Parking Ban Ballot Question – Recap and Recording
- Candidate Forums for the November 2025 Municipal Election Available to View
- Voter Information: November 4, 2025 Newton Municipal Election
- LWVN Sends Letter to Programs & Services in Support of Proposed City Council Rule Changes
- LWVN Submits Comments to the Draft 2026-2030 Newton Climate Action Plan
- LWVMA Night at Suffs The Musical: Thursday, March 19, 2026
- Newton Beacon Publishes Letter to Editor on Councilor Micley’s Lack of Transparency in Recent Election
- Newton for Everyone Screening: Does “Luxury” Housing Help or Hurt the Unhoused?
- Webinar: Plastics, The Mounting Threat to Public Health
- LWVMA New Member Mingle
- No Kings 3 – March 28
- LWVN Sends Letter to Programs & Services in Advance of Meeting on Proposed Changes to the City Charter
- Newton for Everyone Event: Two Years of VCOD, Where Are We and What’s Next
- 2026 LWVN Scholarship – Apply by April 30
- LWVN Sends Letter to Mayor and City Council Regarding Selection of Docket Tracking Software
- 2026 Newton Civic Spotlight
- LVWMA Council
- Canceled – Middle School Civics Challenge
- LWVN Submits Letter in Support of BERDO for Certain Residential Owners
- Interactive Webinar on Privitization
- Newton for Everyone Event: Good Intentions, Bad Outcomes
- Ballot Questions for November 2026
- LWVN Sends Letter to Programs & Services in Advance of Meeting on Proposed Early Voting Hours
- LWVN Sends Letter to Mayor Regarding Transparency of Election Commission Meetings
- Seeking Questions for Candidate Forums
- Seeking Questions for Candidate Forums
Observer Notes
- Charter Commission Meeting Observer Notes 11-23-15
- Charter Commission Meeting Observer Notes 12-9-15
- Charter Commission Meeting Observer Notes 1-14-16
- Charter Commission Meeting Observer Notes 1-27-16
- Charter Commission Meeting Observer Notes: 2-10-16
- Charter Commission Meeting Observer Notes: Public Hearing 3-9-16
- Charter Commission Meeting Observer Notes: 3-16-16
- Charter Commission Public Hearing Observer Notes 3-30-16
- Charter Commission Roundtable Discussion Observer Notes 3-31-16
- Charter Commission Meeting Observer Notes 4-6-16
- Charter Commission Meeting Observer Notes 4-13-16
- April 27 CC Meeting Observer Notes
- May 4th CC Meeting–Observer Notes
- Charter Commission Meeting Observer Notes 5-11-16
- Charter Commission Observer Notes 5-18-16
- Charter Commission Observer Notes 6-1-16
- Charter Commission Observer Notes 6-15-16
- Observer Notes: Land Use Committee, Orr Block June 7, 2016
- 6-29-16 Charter Commission Meeting Observer Notes
- 7-12-16 Charter Commission Observer Notes
- Charter Commission Meeting 8-24-16
- 9-14-16 CC Public Hearing on Area Councils
- Charter Commission Meeting 9-28-16
- Charter Commission Meeting 10-19-16
- Charter Commission Meeting 10-28-16
- Charter Commission Meeting Observer Notes 11-16-16
- Charter Commission Meeting 11-30-16
- Charter Commission Meeting 1-11-17
- Charter Commission Meeting 1-25-17
- Charter Commission Meeting 2-1-17
- Charter Commission Meeting 2-15-17
- Charter Commission Public Hearing: 3-15-17
- CC Meeting 3-30-17
- Charter Commission Meeting 4-12-17
- Charter Commission Meeting: April 26, 3017
- Observer Notes: Advanced Early Vote Processing
Other Leagues
- What’s Up with the National and State Leagues? September 2010 Topic Meeting
- From LWV of Marblehead: Presentation on Constitutional Amendment to address Citizens United
- Upcoming Events on Environmental Issues
- LWVUS: Join the protest in New Hampshire on Tuesday against the Election Integrity Commission
- October 3: LWVUS Fall Webinar on Independent Redistricting
- From LWV Wellesley, September 28th: Gerrymandering: Why It’s More Complicated Than Most People Think
- From LWV of Westford: September 27th Forum on Opioid Epidemic
- AG Maura Healey at Town Hall Meeting by LWV of Westwood-Walpole-Dedham
- LWVMA Day on the Hill on October 24th
- Join LWVMA and LWVN at Day on the Hill on Tuesday!
- Many thanks to Newton’s State Delegation–LWVMA Day on the Hill update
- LWVN Lunch at Day on the Hill–Photo
- LWVMA Phonathon in Newton
- From LWV of Worcester: Media Literacy and Fake News: Decoding Media in 2017
- From LWV of Concord-Carlisle: Wendy Sherman to speak on January 21
- Lights! Camera! LWVMA Student Video Contest!
- From LWV of Concord-Carlisle: Wendy Sherman to speak on January 21
- Send a letter to the EPA in support of the Clean Power Plan!
- Moderator Training at ActonTV on February 15
- Automatic Voter Registration Lobby Day on January 31
- From LWV of Concord-Carlisle: Wendy Sherman to speak on January 21
- Automatic Voter Registration Lobby Day on Wednesday, January 31
- Moderator Training at ActonTV on February 15
- Lights! Camera! LWVMA Student Video Contest!
- Show Valentine’s Day Love for Mass Power Forward and Criminal Justice Reform
- National Program Planning by LWVN
- Save the Date: LWVMA Spring Conference on April 28
- So what are the League’s positions on gun control?
- Webinar from LWVMA: “Cooler Smarter: Practical Steps for Low-Carbon Living”
- From the Northampton LWV: Act in Opposition to Oil and Gas Drilling along our Coastlines by March 9
- Wondering what you can do to support gun control? Here are some ideas!
- LWVMA Info on Saturday’s March Ror Our Lives
- LWV Concord-Carlisle House Tour Fundraiser on Saturday, April 7
- Role of the Press in Our Democracy – Speaker Series from LWV of Acton
- LWV on the proposed citizenship question on the 2020 Census
- LWVMA Conference: “Beyond the March: Women Leading the Way in Massachusetts” on April 28th
- From LWV of Wellesley: Speaking for Our Trees
- May 9th Webinar with Dr. Emily Wimberger on Cap and Trade
- LWVMA Conference: “Beyond the March: Women Leading the Way in Massachusetts” on April 28th
- Help create the LWVMA Online Voters Guide for the state primary and general elections!
- May 9th Webinar with Dr. Emily Wimberger on Cap and Trade
- Gerrymandering: Why It’s More Complicated Than You Might Think–by LWV of Walpole, Westwood and Dedham
- Lobby Day on Beacon Hill for Energy and Environmental Justice–Thursday, 12 to 4
- Boston Globe Subscribers: Please support the League of Women Voters Lotte E. Scharfman Memorial Fund
- Help create the LWVMA Online Voters Guide for the state primary and general elections!
- LWVMA Climate and Energy Solution Series Webinar on Thursday, May 24, 4 – 5pm
- What can you do to help families at the US Border?
- Interested in state-wide issues? Be a legislative envoy for the League!
- Middlesex County DA Candidates’ Debate, July 24, 7 pm in Arlington, MA
- LWVMA Positions on November Ballot Questions
- Voter Registration Volunteers needed at Drumlin Farm on August 3 and24
- July 26th Webinar on Promoting Effective Action on Carbon Pricing
- Absentee ballots but no early voting in September Primary
- Middlesex County DA Debate Available Online
- Statewide Call-In Day for Immigrant’s Rights on July 30th
- LWVMA Online Voters Guide
- Middlesex County DA Debate Available Online
- LWVMA Online Voters Guide
- U.S. 2020 Census Question: Do This by Tuesday!
- Middlesex County DA Debate Available Online
- LWVMA Online Voters Guide Now Available!
- LWVMA Online Voters Guide is fixed and now available!
- Middlesex County DA and Governor’s Council Debates Available Online
- LWVMA Online Voters Guide is now available!
- Middlesex County DA and Governor’s Council Debates Available Online
- Still undecided? Let LWVN and LWVMA help you!
- LWVMA Voter Registration Opportunities Available Around Massachusetts
- September 27 Forum: Gun Violence: A Public Health Crisis
- September 27 Forum: Gun Violence: A Public Health Crisis
- Statewide Opportunities to Help with Voter Registration
- ‘A Conversation on Preserving Transgender Rights in MA’ on October 22 at 7 pm by LWV of Needham
- LWVMA: Volunteer to help protect our elections
- Rally to Protect Immigrant Families outside Faneuil Hall on Monday, noon
- October 16th forum in Wellesley on Election Security: Threats and Solutions
- ‘A Conversation on Preserving Transgender Rights in MA’ on October 22 at 7 pm by LWV of Needham
- Election Security Presentation at LWV of Wellesley available online
- LWVMA Online Voters Guide Now Available
- League Resources for Tuesday’s Election
- Movie Viewing: BIG PHARMA: Market Failure
- Election Security
- Webinar: Climate Reports of 2018 with Professor Michael Oppenheimer
- Webinar: Climate Reports of 2018 with Professor Michael Oppenheimer
- Wine, Cheese, & State Program Planning on Sunday, March 3 from 3 pm to 5 pm
- Barbara Berenson on ‘Votes for Women: Massachusetts in the Women’s Suffrage Movement’ in Westford on March 7th
- March For Our Lives Anniversary on Monday
- LWV of Needham Forum on the ERA at the Needham Library
- Survey from the MA Coalition to Prevent Gun Violence
- “Green New Deal” Letter Talking Points from LWVUS
- LWVMA is turning 100 next year! Be a part of the anniversary committee
- LWV of Needham Forum on the ERA at the Needham Library on April 28
- LWVMA Climate and Energy Solutions Series Webinar: Driving Down Emissions
- LWVMA is turning 100 next year! Be a part of the anniversary committee
- LWV of Needham Forum on the ERA at the Needham Library on April 28
- LWVMA is turning 100 next year! Be a part of the anniversary committee
- LWVMA Volunteers Needed for Voter Registration at Lena Park Summer Slam in Boston, June 8th
- Support March for Our Lives on Monday, June 3rd at the State House
- LWVMA Moderator Training on June 12 in Beverly
- LWVN Membership Supports Climate Emergency Resolution
- Thursday: Add Your Voice at Election Day Registration Hearing on June 20
- Monday: Hearing on ROE Act to Expand Reproductive Rights on June 17
- LWVN Supports Local Access Cable in Letter to FCC
- Meet Representative-Elect Jake Auchincloss
- Ballot Question Forums
- Watch the video: A conversation with Jake Auchincloss – February 15, 2023
- LWVMA Meet the Specialists
- Virtual Town Hall with Congressman Jake Auchincloss
- September Primary Election Candidate Forums
Program Planning
- Action Plan! 2011-2012 Program Planning: February 2011 Topic Meeting
- 2012 National Program Planning
- March Topic Meeting – Local Program Planning
- LWVN Members Vote to Support Newton Override
- LWVN March Topic Meeting – Local Program Planning
- LWVN 2013 Annual Meeting
- Membership Meeting on Transportation
- Local Program Planning: Let’s hear your voice!
- LWVN and National Program Planning–February 17th
- LWVN Local Program Planning–March 29
- Local Program Planning this Tuesday, March 29, 2016
- Mark Your Calendars for Upcoming LWVN Meetings and Events!
- Updated: Upcoming LWVN Meetings (with locations!)
- LWVN Program Planning Meeting April 6, 7:30 pm, NewTV
- Topic Meeting: Local League Program on Wednesday, March 21st, 7 pm
- POSTPONED–Topic Meeting: Local League Program
- Wine, Cheese, & State Program Planning on Sunday, March 3 from 3 pm to 5 pm
- Notes on Launa Zimmaro’s Talk on LWVMA and Environmental Issues
- Local Program Planning on April 10th, 8 pm
- Local Program Planning on April 10th, 8 pm
- Local Program Planning on April 10th, 8 pm
- LWVMA Climate Emergency Action Resolution and Plan
- Local Planning 2020 – Please Note: There is a new Zoom Link
- LWVMA Program and Action 2025-2027 Town Hall
Public Forums
- Stormwater Management I
- Stormwater Management II
- Green Decade 2011 Environmental Speaker Series – Film: “The Work of 1000”
- “Don’t Just Stand There… Run!” Candidates’ Workshop
- Jackson Homestead and Museum Present “Newton Salutes” LWVN Exhibit
- LWVN Public Forum: The Future of Transportation in Newton
- Thank You for a Successful Transportation Forum
- LWVN Public Forum – No Parking?
- Thank You for a Successful Parking Forum
- Affordable Housing Forum
- Fourth Congressional District Candidates’ Forum on October 15
- Local LWVN-sponsored Candidates’ Debates
- Newton Budget and Override FAQs
- LWV Needham Event: The Influence of Money on Our Democracy: What Can “We the People” Do?
- Green Decade Earth Day Program – Everything You’ve Always Wanted to Know About Trash and Recycling, But Were Afraid to Ask!
- LWV Newton Candidates’ Workshop: “Don’t Stand There…Run!”
- Volunteers Needed to Record Upcoming LWVN Events
- LWVMA Program: How Women Became Political
- Early Childhood Education Forum this Wednesday, October 16, at 7 p.m.
- The POLITICS of FOOD: You Are What You Eat
- Agriculture Study News–Update
- Forum on Criminal Justice Reform: Opportunities For Legislative Action
- Parking: New fix for an intractable problem
- Save the date for our latest parking forum on April 23rd
- So many League things to do this week!
- If you missed LWVN’s Parking Forum on Thursday…
- September 3: Ward 2 Alderman at Large Candidates’ Forum
- Tuesday, September 1 Forum: All About City Charter Commissions
- Reminder: Upcoming Election Events on Sept. 1 and 3
- Needham LWV Forum on September 18: Invasive Plants: Not Just a Nuisance
- Tonight! All About City Charter Commissions
- Don’t Just Stand There…Run: Candidates and the Media
- ‘All About Charter Commissions’ available online!
- Don’t Just Stand There….Run: Candidates and the Media
- LWVN/NewTV Candidates’ Forums for the November Elections
- LWVN Parking Forum now online
- Join Discussions about Lowell Ave, Crafts Street, Hammond Street and Braeland Avenue
- March 13 Forum: Homes for Low-Income Families…do we care enough?
- Local Environmental Action Conference on March 13, 2016
- LWVMA Council 2016 on April 30th in Worcester!
- Taking Action Against Climate Change: A Carbon Fee for Massachusetts
- The Road Less Traveled: A Road Map to Reduce Traffic In Newton
- Transportation Forum A Great Success!
- March 25th: The Politics of Justice: Comprehensive Criminal Justice Reform
- March 27: Talk on Sustainable Development at Newton Free Library
- From LWV of Lexington: Helping Refugees in Today’s World
- Forum: Affordable Healthcare for our Communities–Still at Risk?
- Affordable Health Care for Our Communities: Still at Risk?
- April 24th: Green Newton event–“Continuing the Course of Greening Our Community and the World”
- LWVMA Climate and Energy Solutions Series Continues
- Volunteers Needed for Candidates’ Forums and Vote411 Guide
- Questions Needed for Mayoral Forum and Ward 1 Ward Councilor Forum
- LWVN/NewTV Mayoral Candidates’ Forum on August 9th at 7:30 pm
- LWVN/NewTV Mayoral Candidates’ Forum on August 9th at 7:30 pm
- LWVN/NewTV Mayoral Candidates’ Forum Available Online
- LWVN to include write-in candidate in forums and Voters Guide
- Civil Rights and Civil Liberties in the Trump Era: September 26th LWV of Lexington event
- Town Hall with Senator Markey on Sunday at NNHS
- Civil Rights and Civil Liberties in the Trump Era: September 26th LWV of Lexington event
- What in the world is Ranked Choice Voting? March 6th at 7 pm
- What in the world is Ranked Choice Voting? March 6th at 7 pm
- What in the world is Ranked Choice Voting? March 6th at 7 pm
- What in the world is Ranked Choice Voting? March 6th at 7 pm
- What in the world is Ranked Choice Voting? March 6th at 7 pm
- What in the world is Ranked Choice Voting? March 6th at 7 pm
- THIS WEEK: What in the world is Ranked Choice Voting? March 6th at 7 pm
- LWVN’s Ranked Choice Voting Forum
- LWVN’s Ranked Choice Voting Forum
- After Suffrage: A 20/20 Perspective on Women’s Rights, 1920 – 2020
- Community Discussion with Peter Koutoujian
- The Abolitionist Origins of the Women’s Suffrage Movement
- Questions from the Northland Forum
- Monday, July 17 at 7pm: Zoom Informational Meeting on Proposed Gun Control Laws
- LWVMA Webinar Series on the Status and Future Plans for Offshore Wind
- LWVMA Forum on Ballot Question #1: Audit Authority
- See the Recording of our Topic Meeting on Ballot Question #2
- Newton for Everyone Hybrid Event – October 28, 7:00pm: Housing for Older Adults in Newton
- Forum on a Single Payer Health System for Massachusetts
- Housing and Climate Change Forum
- MetroWest Ranked Choice Voting Launch
Racial/Social Justice
- Updates on City Planning, Spring 2020
- The Color of Law: Presentation by Author Richard Rothstein
- Recording of Richard Rothstein: The Color of Law
- Webinar – Voting Rights: Where Do We Go From Here? May 13 at 7pm
- Educational Forum on ARPA: View the Recording
- Book Group Discussion: Where Do We Go From Here by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
- MLK Day Events: Continue the Discussion of Where Do We Go From Here
- Video & Presentation: Anti-LGBTQIA+ Backlash: What can you do to push back?
- Banned Books Week: October 1-October 7
- An Engaging and Lively Book Group Discussion on Gender Queer and Banned Books
- GBIO In-District Meeting with State Legislators on Housing and Mental Health Justice
- An Engaging and Lively Book Discussion and Holiday Celebration
- LWVMA Reparations Study for Black Americans
- LWVMA Program – Saving Our Immigrant Communities
The League Presents...
- Watch LWVN’s new TV program “The League Presents…”
- Can’t Miss TV! The League Presents: 2 discussions about the proposed new charter
- The League Presents: Meet Newton’s new elected officials
- The League Presents: School Transportation
- The League Presents: Newton Power Choice
- Newton Power Choice: Video and City Info
- The League Presents: Representative Ruth Balser and Representative Kay Khan
- The League Presents: Representative Ruth Balser and Representative Kay Khan
- The League Presents: Mayor Ruthanne Fuller!
- “The League Presents…” named “Best Up and Coming Episodic Series” on NewTV!
- The League Presents: Webster Woods
- The League Presents: The Newton Free Library
- The League Presents: The Immigration Situation
- The League Presents: Sex Discrimination and Harassment
- The League Presents: Ballot Questions 2 and 3
- The League Presents: Ballot Question 1
- Links to The League Presents are here!
- The League Presents: Affordable Housing 101
- The League Presents: 100 years of women’s suffrage
- The League Presents: The Newton Community Preservation Committee
- The League Presents: A conversation with Ruthanne Fuller, Mayor of Newton
- The League Presents: Voting Rights for Women – League of Women Voters & Suffrage 100 Massachusetts
- The League Presents: Civics with author Gloria Gavris
- The League Presents: A Conversation with Councilor Deb Crossley on Zoning Redesign
- The League Presents: Voting in Newton During the Pandemic with David Olson, Clerk of Elections, City of Newton
- The League Presents: Vote Yes on Question 2 and support Ranked Choice Voting
- The League Presents: A Conversation with Susan Albright, President of the Newton City Council
- The League Presents: The Evolution of Fun & Entertainment during the Pandemic with Jerry Reilly
- The League Presents: VOTE16 Newton
- The League Presents: Saying Thank You and Good-bye – A conversation with outgoing City Clerk David Olson
- The League Presents: The West Newton Armory Project
- The League Presents: The VOTES Act with State Senator Creem
- The League Presents: Newton’s Municipal Budget
- The League Presents: Non-Profit Support for Arts & Culture in Newton
- The League Presents: Hattie Kerwin Derrick, Newton’s Director of Community Engagement & Inclusion
- The League Presents: The Newton Housing Partnership and the Fair Housing Committee
- The League Presents: A Conversation with Congressional District 4 Director Dana Hanson
- The League Presents: A Conversation with Three New School Committee Members
- The League Presents: What it means to be a League of Women Voters member
- The League Presents: Newton’s Citizens Commission on Energy
- The League Presents: Zoning Redesign, part 1
- The League Presents: A Conversation with Carol Moore, Newton’s City Clerk and Clerk of the City Council
- The League Presents: Zoning Redesign Part 2: MBTA Communities
- The League Presents: The Newton Energy Coach Service with Stephen Grody, Newton Citizens Commission on Energy
- The League Presents: City of Newton Override 2023
- The League Presents: School Buildings and the Override, with Josh Morse, Newton Public Building Commissioner
- The League Presents: Newton Food Pantries Update
- The League Presents: Mental Health – A Community Conversation, Part 1
- The League Presents: Pride Month Edition – A Conversation with Newton Youth
- The League Presents: Zoning Redesign Part III; Village Center Overlay District Ordinance
- The League Presents… Newton’s 2023 New Candidates for School Committee
- Democracy – What Does it Mean in People’s Everyday Lives
- How to Run for Office
- How to Run for Office – Part II
- How to Run for Office – Part III
- Democracy in Everyday Life – Part II
- Understanding Municipal Finance
- Legislative Roundtable with our State Reps
- Democracy in Everyday Life – Part III
- Fall Legislative Roundtable with our State Reps
- Democracy in Everyday Life – Part IV
- The League Presents: A Discussion with Superintendent Anna Nolin
- Democracy in Everyday Life – Part V
- Understanding Municipal Finance Part II
- Democracy in Everyday Life – Part VI
- The League Presents: An Interview with City Clerk Drew Willison
Topic Meetings
- 2007-2010 Topic Meetings
- 2010-2014 Topic Meetings
- 2014-2015 Topic Meetings
- 2015-2016 Topic Meetings
- 2016-2017 Topic Meetings
- Still Undecided about the Proposed Newton City Charter? Come to a Topic Meeting!
- What can be done about Newton’s 588 gas leaks?
- Latest Developments on City Charter Reform Discussions
- Panel on Snow, Parking Ban, and Clearing Sidewalks
- Smell gas? Newton has 588 leaks in underground gas lines
- Local League Program
- Sensible Gun Legislation
- What are all the November Ballot Questions About?
- What is Newton Power Choice?
- Voter Suppression, Gerrymandering, Absentee Ballots: A Look at Voting Rights with Lisa Danetz
- Is our Constitution Holding up to the Test of Time?
- The Suffrage Movement and Women’s Rights
- Middlesex Sheriff Peter Koutoujian on Criminal Justice
- A Successful Book Group with author Barbara Berenson
- Northland Forum informational presentation
- LWVN Topic Meeting – Climate Action Forum
- Civics Challenge – Inaugural Event for the LWVN
- Voting is Voice: Women’s Suffrage and Beyond
- The Color of Law: Presentation by Author Richard Rothstein
- Recording of Zoning Reform in Newton, with Jay Walter
- Book Group Discussion: Factfulness
- Roundtable Discussion on the Use and Preservation of Crystal Lake
- Representing the 4th: A Conversation with Barney Frank, Joe Kennedy and Jake Auchincloss
- Voices of the Next Generation: A Youth Panel on Civic Action
- Reimagining Our Village Centers
- A Conversation with Congressman Auchincloss
- Educational Forum: American Rescue Plan Act
- Book Group Discussion: Where Do We Go From Here by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
- Getting Newton to Zero Waste
- Defending our Democracy
- LWVN Members Vote to Support Newton’s Override Proposal
- Watch the video: A conversation with Jake Auchincloss – February 15, 2023
- Watch the video: A conversation with Newton’s state legislative delegation – March 6, 2023
- Video & Presentation: Anti-LGBTQIA+ Backlash: What can you do to push back?
- An Engaging and Lively Book Group Discussion on Gender Queer and Banned Books
- Successful Book Signing Event with Dan Kennedy
- Topic Meeting on PFAS a Success!
- A Packed House for Cultural District Designation Topic Meeting!
- See the Recording of our Topic Meeting on Ballot Question #2
- An Engaging and Lively Book Discussion and Holiday Celebration
- Images from Light For Our Democracy
- Forum on a Single Payer Health System for Massachusetts
- Understanding Municipal Finance
- Images from Good Trouble Rally
- Saturday Afternoon at the Races a Success!
- Parking Ban Ballot Question – Recap and Recording
- Book Talk a Success!
- Understanding Municipal Finance Part II
Transparency
Transportation
- Transportation Information Meeting on November 14th, 11:30 am and 7 pm
- Transportation Forum A Great Success!
- Transportation Committee Meeting this Thursday
- March 9 Topic Meeting: “Dangerous by Design: Why our car oriented street design is dangerous”
- May 5th event: Transportation and How to Fix It
- Friday, May 5: Transportation and How to Fix It
- September 12: Newton-Needham Regional Chamber event on Walkability
- The League Presents: School Transportation
- Panel on Snow, Parking Ban, and Clearing Sidewalks
- LWVN Local Action Meeting on reducing traffic congestion on May 4, 11 am
- LWVN Local Action Meeting on reducing traffic congestion on May 4, 11 am
- Participate in the planning for Washington Street–start today!
- LWVN Local Action Meeting on stormwater and sewage on Friday, June 8, 11 am
- Participate in the planning for Washington Street this week
- Participate in the planning for Washington Street this Tuesday, 5:30 pm
- LWVN support study on Christina Street Bridge
- Comment on Changes to MBTA Bus Routes
- Call to Action on Potential MBTA Service Cuts
- Transportation and Climate Initiative – May 20th at 4:00PM
- Membership Approves Consensus Study Committee on Zoning
- Join Our Consensus Study Committees
- LWVN Supports Village Center Overlay District
- LWVN Supports Northland Charlemont Project
- LWVN Reaffirms Its Support of Village Center Overlay District in its Current Form
Uncategorized
VOTE - Voters Service
- “Don’t Just Stand There… Run!” Candidates’ Workshop
- LWVN featured in Newton Patch online photo album
- LWVN Municipal Candidates Debates
- This Weekend! – LWVN Municipal Candidates Debates
- 2011 LWVN Voters Guide is here!
- Deadline to Register to Vote in Presidential Primary
- Join LWVN for Primary Candidates’ Debates
- Don’t Forget to Vote! – the State Primary Election is on THURSDAY, September 6, 2012
- Fourth Congressional District Candidates’ Forum on October 15
- Local LWVN-sponsored Candidates’ Debates
- Newton Budget and Override FAQs
- LWV Newton Candidates’ Workshop: “Don’t Stand There…Run!”
- LWVN May Topic Meeting – Money and Politics: Defining the Problem, Exploring Solutions
- Voter Information for the Tuesday, June 25th Special State Election for US Senate and Special Municipal Election for Alderman-at-Large (Ward 1)
- Voter Registration Efforts Continue Through the Spring and Summer
- Response and Discussion on the recent Supreme Court decision on the Voting Rights Act (VRA)
- Wednesday, July 17th is LWVMA Lobby Day for Election Reform
- Question Time! Ward 1 Alderman Candidates’ Debate on August 29th at 7 pm
- Voter Information for the Tuesday, September 17th Preliminary Election
- Tonight!! Mayoral Candidates Will Debate on September 12th on NewTV
- Vote on September 17th in Newton’s Preliminary Elections!
- Voter Information for the Tuesday, November 5th Municipal Election
- Alderman and School Committee Candidates Debate on Thursday, October 3 and 10
- Candidates’ Debates This Thursday–New Time!!
- Mayoral Debate at the Newton Free Library on Tuesday, October 22
- Mayoral, Aldermen, and School Committee Debates on NewTV
- LWVN 2013 Voters Guide Is Here!
- LWVMA Voters Guide for September Election Available
- Get Ready for 2014 Election Season
- November’s Ballot Questions
- Candidates’ Debates on September 3
- LWVMA Voters Guide for the November Election
- Voter Information for the Tuesday, November 4th Election
- LWV Invites State Treasurer and Auditor Candidates to Forum October 19th
- LWV Commentary on November’s Ballot Questions
- Brush up on State Treasurer and Auditor Candidates
- Don’t Just Stand There…RUN! on April 9th
- Voters Service Needs Volunteers!
- Now you can register to vote online in Massachusetts
- Voter Registration Volunteers Needed at Faneuil Hall
- Charter Commission Nomination Papers Available Now!
- Send LWVN your questions for candidates!
- September 3: Ward 2 Alderman at Large Candidates’ Forum
- Tuesday, September 1 Forum: All About City Charter Commissions
- Help Register New Voters at Faneuil Hall on August 20th
- What would you ask the candidates? We want to know!
- Reminder: Upcoming Election Events on Sept. 1 and 3
- Tonight! All About City Charter Commissions
- Don’t Just Stand There…Run: Candidates and the Media
- Ward 2 Alderman-at-Large Candidates’ Forum online and on TV!
- ‘All About Charter Commissions’ available online!
- Don’t Just Stand There….Run: Candidates and the Media
- Don’t Forget to Vote: Preliminary Election on Thursday, September 17th!
- LWVN/NewTV Candidates’ Forums for the November Elections
- Many Hands Make Light Work: LWVN Volunteers Needed
- LWVN Open Houses and Voters’ Guide for Charter Commission Candidates
- Send us your questions!
- Meet the Charter Commission Candidates–October 14th and 21st
- Candidates’ Forums and Statements Available Online
- My advice to the candidates: Twenty-five tips for running a successful campaign (by Greg Reibman)
- Two Open Houses for Charter Commission Candidates
- LWVN Voters Guides are here!
- Money in Politics Powerpoint Presentation
- Watch all the LWVN/NewTV Candidates’ Forums Online
- Tri-Council Candidates’ Forums from the Area Councils
- Breaking Barriers: Gender Politics in Government
- Municipal Elections on Tuesday, November 3rd
- Thanks to all who helped this election season!
- LWVMA Participates in Early Voting Challenge
- Thanks to Volunteers and Jake’s Falafel Corner!
- “Use Your Voice Tour” 2016 in Cambridge on March 10
- Be sure to vote in the Presidential Primary on Tuesday!
- Help Register Students to Vote on May 31 and June 3
- Voter Registration Call for Volunteers and Update
- Register to vote by Friday for September primary!
- Send us your questions for regional candidates
- Candidates’ Forums for Governor’s Council and Middlesex County Sheriff on August 29
- WBUR and WGBH Events on Ballot Questions
- LWVN/NewTV Candidates’ Forums Online
- Primary Election Day is this THURSDAY!
- Watch the Presidential Debate with League Members!
- If you went to the Women’s March (or saw it on TV)….now what?
- What’s the Latest on the Charter Commission?
- Don’t Just Stand There…Run! on April 27th
- Don’t Just Stand There…Run! on April 27th at 7 pm
- Contribute to the Special Newsletter on the Charter Commission Proposal
- Don’t Miss It: April 30th Member Meeting on the Charter Commission Proposal
- April 27th: Don’t Just Stand There…Run!
- Charter Commission Proposal Now Finalized
- LWVN Votes to Support the Proposed Charter
- New Voter Registration Drive at Newton North High School–May 23 and June 1
- LWV Statement on Trump’s “Election Integrity Commission”
- New Voter Registration Drive at Both High Schools–May 23, June 1, and June 5th
- LWVN registers 318 voters at local high schools
- LWVN volunteers register 115 new voters at NSHS!
- Volunteers Needed for Farmer’s Market Table
- Be a LWVN Volunteer at the Newton Farmer’s Markets
- Volunteers Needed for Candidates’ Forums and Vote411 Guide
- Questions Needed for Mayoral Forum and Ward 1 Ward Councilor Forum
- LWVN/NewTV Mayoral Candidates’ Forum on August 9th at 7:30 pm
- Candidates for Municipal Elections are Certified
- LWVN/NewTV Mayoral Candidates’ Forum on August 9th at 7:30 pm
- LWVN/NewTV Mayoral Candidates’ Forum Available Online
- Questions Needed for LWVN Voters’ Guide
- Join LWVMA for Women’s Equality Day on Thursday, August 24th
- Register to vote thru August 23rd for preliminary election
- LWVN to include write-in candidate in forums and Voters Guide
- Visit the LWVN table at Newton Farmer’s Markets
- Preliminary Election Day is THIS Tuesday!
- LWVUS: Join the protest in New Hampshire on Tuesday against the Election Integrity Commission
- October 3: LWVUS Fall Webinar on Independent Redistricting
- We need your questions for all candidates!
- Three Candidates’ Forums completed…eight to go!
- Questions Needed: Upcoming forums for Mayor, City Council and School Committee
- Candidates’ Forums are now available!
- Thanks for our volunteers for the most recent forums!
- LWVN volunteers registers 88 students to vote in Newton
- VOTE411: Online Voters’ Guide Available Tuesday, October 10th
- October 18th deadline to register to vote; absentee ballots now available
- LWVN Voters’ Guide: VOTE411.org is here!
- Watch LWVN/NewTV Candidates’ Forums this week!
- LWVN Voter Info: Forums and Guides all now available
- All the Candidate’s Info you need…in one place!
- Thanks to Farmers’ Market Volunteers!
- Plan your vote for this Tuesday–be informed!
- The League Presents: Meet Newton’s new elected officials
- Help thank our poll workers on Thursday, December 14th!
- Poll Workers’ Thank You Party this Thursday!
- Automatic Voter Registration Lobby Day on January 31
- Automatic Voter Registration Lobby Day on Wednesday, January 31
- Help Register Students to Vote at the Walkout This Week!
- LWVN registered 91 voters on Friday–join the team to register more this week!
- Help Needed this Sunday to Register Voters at Markey Town Hall
- More New Voters for November!
- More New Voters–from NNHS!
- LWVN at Waban Village Day
- Great Work by our Voter Registration Team!
- LWVN Voter Registration Team registers 94 new voters!
- Voter Registration on July 4th at Albemarle Field
- Middlesex County DA Candidates’ Debate, July 24, 7 pm in Arlington, MA
- ‘What a difference a DA makes’ on Thursday, July 12 with Rahsaan Hall of the ACLU
- Thanks to July 4th Voter Registration Volunteers!
- Voter Registration Deadline for the State Primary Election: August 15th
- LWVMA Positions on November Ballot Questions
- Voter Registration Volunteers needed at Drumlin Farm on August 3 and24
- Voter Registration Deadline for the State Primary Election: August 15th
- Absentee ballots but no early voting in September Primary
- Middlesex County DA Debate Available Online
- LWVMA Online Voters Guide
- What do you want to ask the candidates? Let us know!
- Middlesex County DA Debate Available Online
- LWVMA Online Voters Guide
- What do you want to ask the candidates? Let us know!
- Voter Registration Deadline for the State Primary Election: August 15th
- U.S. 2020 Census Question: Do This by Tuesday!
- What do you want to ask Governor’s Council candidates?
- Middlesex County DA Debate Available Online
- LWVMA Online Voters Guide Now Available!
- LWVMA Online Voters Guide is fixed and now available!
- Middlesex County DA and Governor’s Council Debates Available Online
- 4th Congressional District Forum featuring Joe Kennedy and Gary Rucinski
- LWVMA Online Voters Guide is now available!
- Middlesex County DA and Governor’s Council Debates Available Online
- 4th Congressional District Forum featuring Joe Kennedy and Gary Rucinski
- Still undecided? Let LWVN and LWVMA help you!
- Tuesday is Primary Day–be sure to vote!
- LWVMA Voter Registration Opportunities Available Around Massachusetts
- Not sure if you are registered to vote? October 17th is the deadline!
- The League Presents: Ballot Questions 2 and 3
- Not sure if you are registered to vote? October 17th is the deadline!
- 33 New Voter Registrations from Newton South High School
- Statewide Opportunities to Help with Voter Registration
- LWVMA: Volunteer to help protect our elections
- Over 100 new registered voters at Newton North High School
- Not sure if you are registered to vote? October 17th is the deadline!
- Yes, you CAN vote early in state and special municipal elections!!
- 21 New Voter Registrations at Harvest Fair
- Yes, you CAN vote this week in state and special municipal elections!!
- Info on Municipal Ballot Questions
- What are all the November Ballot Questions About?
- Info on Municipal Ballot Questions
- Yes, you CAN vote this week in state and special municipal elections!!
- The League Presents: Ballot Question 1
- LWVMA Online Voters Guide Now Available
- Links to The League Presents are here!
- League Resources for Tuesday’s Election
- State and Local Resources for Tuesday’s Election
- Voting Information for Tuesday
- What in the world is Ranked Choice Voting? March 6th at 7 pm
- What in the world is Ranked Choice Voting? March 6th at 7 pm
- What in the world is Ranked Choice Voting? March 6th at 7 pm
- What in the world is Ranked Choice Voting? March 6th at 7 pm
- What in the world is Ranked Choice Voting? March 6th at 7 pm
- What in the world is Ranked Choice Voting? March 6th at 7 pm
- Voter Suppression, Gerrymandering, Absentee Ballots: A Look at Voting Rights with Lisa Danetz
- Save the date: Don’t Just Stand There…Run! on April 4th
- THIS WEEK: What in the world is Ranked Choice Voting? March 6th at 7 pm
- Thanks to all who helped at the Ranked Choice Voting forum!
- Don’t Just Stand There…Run! this Thursday, 7 pm
- LWVN’s Ranked Choice Voting Forum
- For Candidates: Tips for Running a Successful Campaign, from Greg Reibman
- Notes from ‘Don’t Just Stand There…Run!’
- 28 New Voters from Newton North High School!
- LWVN’s Ranked Choice Voting Forum
- LWVMA Volunteers Needed for Voter Registration at Lena Park Summer Slam in Boston, June 8th
- LWVMA Moderator Training on June 12 in Beverly
- Thank you to our July 4th Voter Registration Volunteers!
- Send us your questions for candidates in the upcoming elections!
- LWVMA: Ranked Choice Voting lobby day Tuesday, July 16
- Update on Candidates’ Forums
- LWVN National Voter Registration ”Week”
- A Successful LWVN EVENT – Saturday Night at the Races
- Voter Service Update for the Fall 2019 Municipal Election
- What did LWVN do this week? The Pollworkers’ Party and the Supper for Elected Officials
- Important Reminder: Vote by Mail Application
- Important Reminder: Vote by Mail Application
- The League Presents: Voting in Newton During the Pandemic with David Olson, Clerk of Elections, City of Newton
- The League Presents: Vote Yes on Question 2 and support Ranked Choice Voting
- Plan your vote!
- Quarantined or Hospitalized? You can still vote!
- Count the Vote
- Questions for Upcoming Candidate Forum: Please Submit by February 15, 2021
- Representing the 4th: A Conversation with Barney Frank, Joe Kennedy and Jake Auchincloss
- Newton Special Election – Tuesday, March 16, 2021
- Don’t Just Stand There…Run in 2021 Campaign Workshop
- Submit your questions for the Newton 2021 Municipal Election
- Newton Preliminary Election – Tuesday, September 14, 2021
- Send your questions for the candidates: Newton Municipal Election, Nov 2, 2021
- LWVN 2021 Voters Guide is here!
- Newton General Election – Tuesday, November 2, 2021
- A Conversation with Congressman Auchincloss
- 2022 Newton Inaugurations and Inaugural Addresses
- State Primary Election is Tuesday, September 6. Don’t Forget to Vote!
- State General Election is Tuesday, November 8. Don’t Forget to Vote!
- 2022 Harvest Fair
- Ballot Question Forums
- Newton Special Election – Tuesday, March 14, 2023
- Newton Preliminary Election – Tuesday, September 12, 2023
- Newton Municipal Election – Tuesday, November 7, 2023
- Election Protection
- Seeking Questions for Candidate Forum for Governor’s Council District 3
- Candidate Forum for Governor’s Council District 3
- State Primary Election – Tuesday, September 3, 2024
- LWVMA Forum on Ballot Question #1: Audit Authority
- State General Election – Tuesday, November 5, 2024: Early In-Person Voting Starts October 19
- Help Make November 5 a Secure Election
- Candidate Forum for 11th Middlesex District Representative Available to View
- See the Recording of our Topic Meeting on Ballot Question #2
- State General Election – Tuesday, November 5, 2024
- How to Run for Office
- March 18, 2025 Voter’s Guide
- Newton Special Election – Tuesday, March 18, 2025
- Lawsuit filed Challenging Executive Order on Voting Rights
- How to Run for Office – Part II
- How to Run for Office – Part III
- How to Run for Office
- Legislative Roundtable with our State Reps
- Considering a Run for Municipal Office?
- MetroWest Ranked Choice Voting Launch
- Our Voter Service Team at Work!
- Be Informed to Vote Informed – 2025
- LWVN Guest Essay In the Newton Beacon on the Need to Be Informed and Vote Informed
- Saturday Afternoon at the Races a Success!
- Parking Ban Ballot Question – Recap and Recording
- Candidate Forums for the November 2025 Municipal Election Available to View
- Voter Information: November 4, 2025 Newton Municipal Election
- Fall Legislative Roundtable with our State Reps
- The League Presents: A Discussion with Superintendent Anna Nolin
- The League Presents: An Interview with City Clerk Drew Willison
- Seeking Questions for Candidate Forums
- Seeking Questions for Candidate Forums
- September Primary Election Candidate Forums
- State Primary Election – Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Voter Registration
- LWVN volunteers registers 88 students to vote in Newton
- October 18th deadline to register to vote; absentee ballots now available
- Thanks to Farmers’ Market Volunteers!
- Help Register Students to Vote at the Walkout This Week!
- LWVN registered 91 voters on Friday–join the team to register more this week!
- Help Needed this Sunday to Register Voters at Markey Town Hall
- More New Voters for November!
- More New Voters–from NNHS!
- LWVN at Waban Village Day
- Great Work by our Voter Registration Team!
- LWVN Voter Registration Team registers 94 new voters!
- Voter Registration on July 4th at Albemarle Field
- Thanks to July 4th Voter Registration Volunteers!
- Voter Registration Deadline for the State Primary Election: August 15th
- Voter Registration Volunteers needed at Drumlin Farm on August 3 and24
- Voter Registration Deadline for the State Primary Election: August 15th
- Voter Registration Deadline for the State Primary Election: August 15th
- LWVMA Voter Registration Opportunities Available Around Massachusetts
- Not sure if you are registered to vote? October 17th is the deadline!
- Not sure if you are registered to vote? October 17th is the deadline!
- 33 New Voter Registrations from Newton South High School
- Statewide Opportunities to Help with Voter Registration
- Over 100 new registered voters at Newton North High School
- Not sure if you are registered to vote? October 17th is the deadline!
- 21 New Voter Registrations at Harvest Fair
- 28 New Voters from Newton North High School!
- LWVMA Volunteers Needed for Voter Registration at Lena Park Summer Slam in Boston, June 8th
- Thank you to our July 4th Voter Registration Volunteers!
- LWVN National Voter Registration ”Week”
- 2022 Harvest Fair
- Our Voter Service Team at Work!
- LWVN Submits Comments in Opposition to Petition Requiring Proof of Citizenship to Register to Vote
Voters' Guide
- VOTE411: Online Voters’ Guide Available Tuesday, October 10th
- LWVN Voters’ Guide: VOTE411.org is here!
- LWVN Voter Info: Forums and Guides all now available
- All the Candidate’s Info you need…in one place!
- Plan your vote for this Tuesday–be informed!
- LWVMA Positions on November Ballot Questions
- LWVMA Online Voters Guide
- LWVMA Online Voters Guide
- LWVMA Online Voters Guide Now Available!
- LWVMA Online Voters Guide is fixed and now available!
- LWVMA Online Voters Guide is now available!
- Still undecided? Let LWVN and LWVMA help you!
- The League Presents: Ballot Questions 2 and 3
- LWVMA Online Voters Guide Now Available
- League Resources for Tuesday’s Election
- Send us your questions for candidates in the upcoming elections!
- Voter Service Update for the Fall 2019 Municipal Election
- Voters Guide: Newton Preliminary Election, September 14, 2021
- LWVN 2021 Voters Guide is here!
- March 18, 2025 Voter’s Guide
Women's Suffrage
- August 26 is Women’s Equality Day
- WSCC Movie Screening–The Divine Order on December 1
- February 28: Commemorating the Boston Protest of 1919 by the Suffragists
- International Women’s Day 2019 Breakfast on Tuesday, March 5th
- LWVMA is turning 100 next year! Be a part of the anniversary committee
- Save the Date! Suffrage Centennial Kickoff June 25, 2019
- LWVMA is turning 100 next year! Be a part of the anniversary committee
- LWVMA is turning 100 next year! Be a part of the anniversary committee
- The League Presents: 100 years of women’s suffrage
- Suffrage Centennial Kick-off on June 25 at Faneuil Hall
- Suffrage Centennial Kick-off on June 25 at Faneuil Hall
- Women’s Suffrage Celebration Coaliton of Massachusetts (WSCC) Women’s Equality Day
- The League Presents: Voting Rights for Women – League of Women Voters & Suffrage 100 Massachusetts
- Volunteer Opportunity – Celebration of the Adoption of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution
- Suffrage100 MA – Blue Bird Day
- Voting is Voice: Women’s Suffrage and Beyond
Workings of the LWVN
WSCC
- WSCC Movie Screening–The Divine Order on December 1
- February 28: Commemorating the Boston Protest of 1919 by the Suffragists
- International Women’s Day 2019 Breakfast on Tuesday, March 5th
- LWVMA is turning 100 next year! Be a part of the anniversary committee
- LWVMA is turning 100 next year! Be a part of the anniversary committee
- LWVMA is turning 100 next year! Be a part of the anniversary committee
- The League Presents: 100 years of women’s suffrage
- Suffrage Centennial Kick-off on June 25 at Faneuil Hall
- Suffrage Centennial Kick-off on June 25 at Faneuil Hall
- Women’s Suffrage Celebration Coaliton of Massachusetts (WSCC) Women’s Equality Day
- The League Presents: Voting Rights for Women – League of Women Voters & Suffrage 100 Massachusetts
- Volunteer Opportunity – Celebration of the Adoption of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution
- Suffrage100 MA – Blue Bird Day
Zoning
- The League Presents: Zoning Redesign, part 1
- Membership Approves Consensus Study Committee on Zoning
- Village Centers Zoning Updates – Phase II
- Give Your Feedback on Proposed Changes to Village Center Zoning
- Join Our Consensus Study Committees
- The League Presents: Zoning Redesign Part III; Village Center Overlay District Ordinance
- LWVN Joins Newton for Everyone
- Special City Council Meeting to Consider Village Center Overlay District
- Newton City Council Approves Zoning Reform
- LWVN Supports Craft Street Project
- LWVN Sends Letter to City Councilor Baker Expressing Disappointment on Exclusion of Public Comment from ZAP Hearing
Zoning
- The League Presents: Zoning Redesign, part 1
- Membership Approves Consensus Study Committee on Zoning
- Village Centers Zoning Updates – Phase II
- Give Your Feedback on Proposed Changes to Village Center Zoning
- Join Our Consensus Study Committees
- LWVN Joins Newton for Everyone
- Newton City Council Approves Zoning Reform
- LWVN Sends Letter to City Councilor Baker Expressing Disappointment on Exclusion of Public Comment from ZAP Hearing
- Newton for Everyone Event: Two Years of VCOD, Where Are We and What’s Next