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The League Presents: Mental Health – A Community Conversation, Part 1

June 8, 2023

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month which has been observed in the U.S. since 1949., Marcia Johnson, League president, had a conversation about this very important subject. Many in Newton have experienced mental health challenges, whether it be themselves personally, a family member, friend or co-worker. This is the first of a two-part program where the League will familiarize you with some of the resources and services available to community residents. Marcia Johnson, has a conversation with:

  • Suzi Newman, NAMI Newton/Wellesley, President
  • Meghan Kennedy, Director of Social Services, Newton’s Health & Human Services Department

The focus of the conversation was youth/students, families, and seniors and the availability of resources from City Hall and non-profits, such as NAMI.

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The League Presents: Newton Food Pantries Update

March 31, 2023

Taylor Lies
Taylor Lies, Board President of the Centre Street Food Pantry
Sindy Wayne
Sindy Wayne, Board Vice President of the Newton Food Pantry

With the COVID-era boost in Federal Extra Pandemic Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits ending at the beginning of March, we thought it important to  learn more about Newton’s food pantries.  In this episode of  The League Presents… Marcia Johnson talked with Sindy Wayne, Board Vice President of the Newton Food Pantry and Taylor Lies, Board President of the Centre Street Food Pantry.

It was fascinating to learn about these two very complex and impressive organizations that bring food and personal items to many residents of Newton and several neighboring communities.  The conversation focused on the following topics:

  • How the food pantries have adjusted to three years of Covid and the economic challenges of 2022-23.
  • The people that they serve and how people in need may gain access to the food pantries.
  • Where the food comes from.
  • How the organizations fund and manage the operations.
  • The role of volunteers. If you would like to be a volunteer, please use these links:
    • Centre Street Food Pantry
    • Newton Food Pantry

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Watch the video: A conversation with Newton’s state legislative delegation – March 6, 2023

March 9, 2023

On Monday, March 6, 2023, the League of Women Voters of Newton hosted the four members of Newton’s state legislative delegation – Sen. Cynthia Creem, Rep. Kay Khan, Rep. Ruth Balser, and Rep. John Lawn – to discuss their roles and responsibilities in the state legislature. Each official made an opening statement, sharing about legislation they are supporting, followed by a Q & A session with the audience.

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The League Presents: School Buildings and the Override, with Josh Morse, Newton Public Building Commissioner

March 9, 2023

 

Josh Morse, Newton Public Building Commissioner
Josh Morse, Newton Public Building Commissioner

In this episode of The League Presents, Marcia Johnson spoke with Josh Morse, who is Newton’s Public Building Commissioner. Given that the LWVN recently endorsed passage of the three override questions, our conversation is aimed at helping the community to better understand how the override funds, should voters approve the questions, be spent on our school buildings.

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Watch the video: A conversation with Jake Auchincloss – February 15, 2023

March 8, 2023

On February 15, the League of Women Voters of Brookline, Newton, Needham, Sharon-Stoughton, and Wellesley hosted a Q & A conversation with Congressman Jake Auchincloss, of the Massachusetts 4th District. After brief introductory remarks, Congressman  Auchincloss answered a question from each of the sponsoring Leagues, followed by questions from the audience.

 

Categories: Elected officials, Other Leagues, Topic Meetings

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The League Presents... is a monthly program on NewTV produced and directed by LWVN members about issues important to our community.

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League of Women Voters of Newton, MA

2 weeks ago

League of Women Voters of Newton, MA
National Voter Registration Day is Sept 19!Make sure you're #VoteReady in 2023 by checking your voter registration status on MA's online voter registration site, especially if you haven't voted in awhile or your life has included any of the following:🚚 a move💍 name change🇺🇸 new US citizenship🎂 an 18th birthdayAnd, this is a good day to remind your family, friends, and neighbors to register & vote in the upcoming local elections! ... See MoreSee Less
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In this month's episode of The League Presents, learn about the Village Center Overlay District Ordinance from Jennifer Caira – Deputy Director, Planning & Development Department and Councilor Deb Crossley – Chair Zoning & Planning Committee. ... See MoreSee Less

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Marcia Johnson, Jennifer Cairo and Deb Crossley discuss the Newton Zoning Redesign.

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The preliminary election for Ward 2 and 6 is September 12. Mark your calendar and make your voting plan. Learn about the candidates and get voting information here: lwvnewton.org/2023/08/newton-preliminary-election-tuesday-september-12-2023/ ... See MoreSee Less

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League of Women Voters of Newton, MA

3 months ago

League of Women Voters of Newton, MA
In the last few days of Pride Month, check out these two informative programs by the League of Women Voters of Newton, MA1) The League Presents... Pride Month Edition - A Conversation with Newton Youth: lwvnewton.org/2023/06/the-league-presents-pride-month-edition-a-conversation-with-newton-youth/ 2) LGBTQ+ Backlash: What you can do to push back. View the recoding here: lwvnewton.org/2023/06/video-presentation-anti-lgbtqia-backlash-what-can-you-do-to-push-back/ ... See MoreSee Less

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League of Women Voters of Newton, MA

4 months ago

League of Women Voters of Newton, MA
Anti-LGBTQIA+ initiatives are taking root throughout the country and Newton is not immune. Hear from the ACLU’s Ruth Bourquin about the context, consequences, and responses to the anti-LBGTQIA+ backlash at this month’s virtual topic meeting. This meeting is free and open to the community. Register in advance: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0lfuyhrzwtGNTYlmG-GpCBxTa1Z5MS81Ga#/registration ... See MoreSee Less

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