Events
All Past Events
Statehouse Day
Wednesday, Dec. 31, 1969, 7:00 pm
TBA
Stay tuned for more information.
Beyond the Units: Weinland Park
Wednesday, Dec. 31, 1969, 7:00 pm
Weinland Park Neighborhood
Join us for a tour of the Weinland Park neighborhood, the subject of exciting urban redevelopment.
Fracking
Wednesday, Dec. 31, 1969, 7:00 pm
TBA
Join us for a forum on fracking.
Annual Meeting
Monday, Jun. 2, 2008, 6:00 pm
Columbus Board of Realtors
Join us as we elect a new board of trustees, approve the new budget, and discuss issues of importance to the League!
National Convention
Friday, Jun. 13 - Tuesday, Jun. 17, 2008
Portland, Oregon
Board of Trustees Retreat
Sunday, Jul. 13, 2008, 12:00 pm
Jewish Community Center
Board of Trustees Meeting
Monday, Aug. 4, 2008, 6:30 pm
Jewish Community Center
Board of Trustees Meeting
Monday, Sep. 8, 2008, 6:30 pm
Jewish Community Center
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Sep. 9, 2008, 11:30 am
Huntington Bank Building, Suite 799
Note the change in location for this meeting only! Join the League's Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Voter Registration Drive
Saturday, Sep. 13 - Sunday, Sep. 14, 2008
NBC 4 Health & Lifestyle Expo, Greater Columbus Convention Center
The League is partnering with NBC 4 to offer voter registration at the annual Health & Lifestyle Expo.
Voter Registration Drive
Saturday, Sep. 20, 2008, 11:30 am
Women's Wellness Fair, Ramada Plaza Hotel
Join us at The Ohio State University College of Optometry's Women's Wellness Fair for a voter registration drive.
Membership Committee Meeting
Monday, Sep. 22, 2008, 6:30 pm
Panera Bread, Clintonville
Help the League improve its strategy to recruit, retain, and recognize members.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Sep. 23, 2008, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and -- this week only! -- training for aspiring League lobbyists.
Voter Registration Drive
Friday, Sep. 26, 2008, 6:00 pm
Westerville 4th Friday Celebration
Join us in Historic Uptown Westerville at the last 4th Friday Celebration of the summer for a voter registration drive.
Voter Registration Drive
Monday, Sep. 29 - Monday, Oct. 6, 2008
NBC 4 on the Square
Join us in front of NBC 4's studios at Broad and High for a voter registration drive the entire week leading up to the Oct. 6 deadline.
Last Call Voter Registration Drive
Thursday, Oct. 2, 2008, 11:00 am
Ohio Statehouse West Lawn
The Columbus Dispatch and the League of Women Voters are teaming up for a "last call" voter registration drive. In the event of rain, the drive will be moved to the Statehouse Atrium.
Meet the Candidates
Thursday, Oct. 2, 2008, 6:30 pm
Peace Lutheran Church, Gahanna
Forum begins at 7 pm. Join us for a reception at 6:30. Cohosted by Temple Beth Shalom.
Meet the Candidates
Friday, Oct. 3, 2008, 9:30 am
Jewish Community Center
Forum begins at 9:45 am. Join us for a reception at 9:30.
Voter Registration Drive
Friday, Oct. 3, 2008, 11:00 am
Children's Hospital, Food for Thought Lobby
Join us as we register patients' families and hospital staffers to vote.
Meet the Candidates
Sunday, Oct. 5, 2008, 1:30 pm
St. Thomas More Newman Center at OSU
Forum begins at 2 pm. Join us for a reception at 1:30.
Meet the Candidates
Monday, Oct. 6, 2008, 9:30 am
Haimerl Center, Ascension Lutheran Church
Forum begins at 9:45 am. Join us for a reception at 9:30.
Meet the Candidates
Monday, Oct. 6, 2008, 6:30 pm
Haimerl Center, Ascension Lutheran Church
Forum begins at 7 pm. Join us for a reception at 6:30.
Board of Trustees Meeting
Monday, Oct. 6, 2008, 6:30 pm
Jewish Community Center
Meet the Candidates
Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2008, 6:30 pm
Prairie Township Senior Center
Forum begins at 7 pm. Join us for a reception at 6:30.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2008, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion -- this week only -- of the statewide ballot issues.
Meet the Candidates
Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2008, 6:30 pm
Corpus Christi Catholic Church
Forum begins at 7 pm. Join us for a reception at 6:30.
Morning Unit
Thursday, Oct. 16, 2008, 9:30 am
Wesley Glen
Join us for a closer look at the statewide ballot issues.
Meet the Candidates
Thursday, Oct. 16, 2008, 6:30 pm
Reynoldsburg United Methodist Church
Forum begins at 7 pm. Join us for a reception at 6:30. Cohosted by Temple Israel.
Race, Gender, and the Presidential Election
Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2008, 12:00 pm
Athletic Club of Columbus
The League is partnering with the Columbus Metropolitan Club to offer members discounted access to this CMC lunch event.
Dinner Unit
Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2008, 5:30 pm
Wings Restaurant, Bexley
Join us for a closer look at the statewide ballot issues.
Meet the Candidates
Thursday, Oct. 23, 2008, 6:30 pm
Broad Street Presbyterian Church
Forum begins at 7 pm. Join us for a reception at 6:30.
Casino Gambling in Ohio: Sure Thing or Risky Bet?
Friday, Oct. 24, 2008, 8:00 am
Athletic Club of Columbus
The League is partnering with the Columbus Metropolitan Club to offer members discounted access to this CMC forum event.
Attorney General Candidate Debate
Monday, Oct. 27, 2008, 2:30 pm
Ohio Theater
The League of Women Voters of Ohio will host a live, televised debate between Attorney General candidates Richard Cordray and Michael Crites.
Meet the Candidates
Monday, Oct. 27, 2008, 6:30 pm
First Unitarian Universalist Church
Forum begins at 7 pm. Join us for a reception at 6:30. Cohosted by Congregation Beth Tikvah.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2008, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Meet the Candidates
Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2008, 6:30 pm
Brookwood Presbyterian Church
Forum begins at 7 pm. Join us for a reception at 6:30. Cohosted by Redeemer Lutheran Church.
Meet the Candidates
Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2008, 6:30 pm
St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, Powell
Forum begins at 7 pm. Join us for a reception at 6:30.
Evening Unit
Thursday, Oct. 30, 2008, 7:00 pm
Grandview Heights Public Library
Join us for a closer look at the statewide ballot issues. (Note that the evening unit is not meeting on the fourth Tuesday, as usual, but rather on the last Thursday of October.)
Board of Trustees Meeting
Monday, Nov. 3, 2008, 6:30 pm
Jewish Community Center
Election Day
Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008, 6:30 am
Questions about voting or where to vote? Call the League of Women Voters Election Day Phone Bank at WBNS-10TV on Tuesday, Nov. 4 only, from 6:30 am to 7:30 pm, (614) 460-3800.
Post-Election Happy Hour
Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2008, 7:00 pm
Brothers Bar & Grill
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio for a post-election discussion and win free prizes! Bring your sticker from voting and be entered in a chance to win a free LWVO membership.
Post-Election Conversation Featuring Ohio's Party Leaders
Friday, Nov. 7, 2008, 12:00 pm
Athletic Club of Columbus
The League is partnering with the Columbus Metropolitan Club to offer members discounted access to this CMC lunch event.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2008, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Advocacy Committee Meeting
Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2008, 7:00 pm
Wesley Glen
Join the League's advocacy team to discuss the agenda for local action.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2008, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Holiday Brunch and Auction
Sunday, Dec. 7, 2008, 12:00 pm
Miranova
League members and supporters are invited to attend the annual end-of-year celebration and fundraiser featuring silent and live auctions with 2008 Member of the Year Brent Taggart.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2008, 11:30 am
The Forum
League lobbyists and friends statewide are invited to attend the Lobby Corps' annual holiday potluck.
Technology Committee Meeting
Thursday, Dec. 11, 2008, 7:00 pm
Wesley Glen, Ravine Room
Join the Technology Committee to discuss next steps in this summer's redesign of the League's website.
Board of Trustees Meeting
Monday, Jan. 5, 2009, 6:30 pm
Jewish Community Center
Membership Committee Meeting
Monday, Jan. 12, 2009, 6:30 pm
Panera Bread, Clintonville
Soup and bread will be provided as the committee discusses its strategic plan and speakers group.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
New Member Orientation
Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009, 9:00 am
Home of Jean Byrd
Join us for an exciting introduction to the League and begin your membership on the right foot!
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2009, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
CANCELED: Program Planning: Statewide Advocacy Platform for 2009-2011
Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2009, 6:00 pm
Wesley Glen, Ravine Room
This event has been canceled due to weather.
Board of Trustees Meeting
Monday, Feb. 2, 2009, 6:30 pm
Jewish Community Center
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2009, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Advocacy Committee Meeting
Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2009, 7:00 pm
Wesley Glen, Conference Room
Join the advocacy team as we discuss the Columbus budget crisis, legislative interviews, mass transit, and more.
Birthday Bash: Women and Politics General Meeting
Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2009, 6:30 pm
Clintonville Woman's Club
September's power outage forced postponement of our special forum on women and politics. Join us for this rescheduled event just in time to mark the League's 89th birthday Feb. 14.
Morning Unit
Thursday, Feb. 19, 2009, 9:00 am
Wesley Glen
Join us for a closer look at an important new study.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2009, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Roe v. Wade Anniversary: An Evening with Jennifer Baumgardner
Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2009, 6:00 pm
The OSU Fawcett Center
Rescheduled: Commemorate the 36th anniversary of the landmark court case giving women the right to choose by spending an evening with filmmaker and author Jennifer Baumgardner.
Evening Unit
Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2009, 7:00 pm
Grandview Heights Public Library
Join us for a closer look at an important new study.
New Member Consensus: National Popular Vote Compact
Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009, 9:00 am
Wesley Glen, Auditorium
Join us at this meeting, designed with the new member in mind, for a look at a new national study.
Board of Trustees Meeting
Monday, Mar. 2, 2009, 6:30 pm
Jewish Community Center
Dinner Unit
Wednesday, Mar. 4, 2009, 5:30 pm
Wings Restaurant, Bexley
Join us for a closer look at an important new study. Note the change in the usual fourth Wednesday meeting time -- this month only -- to avoid the holiday.
What's Your Story? Women and Politics Book Discussion
Thursday, Mar. 5, 2009, 6:30 pm
OSU Multicultural Center
The Ohio State University and Womens Votes, Womens Voices invite you to celebrate Women's History Month with the Multicultural Center.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Mar. 10, 2009, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
2009 Ohio Elections Conference
Thursday, Mar. 12 - Friday, Mar. 13, 2009
Hyatt on Capitol Square
Join Secretary of State Jennifer Brunner and election advocates across the state for this two-day summit.
Membership Committee Meeting
Monday, Mar. 16, 2009, 6:30 pm
Panera Bread, Clintonville
Soup and bread will be provided.
Statehouse Day
Tuesday, Mar. 17, 2009, 9:00 am
Vern Riffe Center for Government and the Arts
Members and supporters statewide are invited to Columbus for this annual event sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Ohio.
Sunshine Week 2009: Your Right To Know
Wednesday, Mar. 18, 2009, 3:00 pm
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Auditorium
A panel of open-government experts will discuss the importance of public records and open meetings. Key details about Ohio’s sunshine laws will be considered.
Sunshine Week 2009 Webcast: Finding the Keys to Open Government
Friday, Mar. 20, 2009, 1:00 pm
Webcast from the Center for American Progress
The Fourth Annual Sunshine Week National Dialogue will be broadcast this year via a free webcast.
Technology Committee Meeting
Monday, Mar. 23, 2009, 7:00 pm
Wesley Glen, Board Room
Join the discussion about the League's website and other technology initiatives.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Mar. 24, 2009, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Town Hall Meeting: Judicial Independence
Thursday, Mar. 26, 2009, 7:00 pm
Jewish Community Center
Join us for a community-wide event focusing on judicial independence. The event is free and open to the public, with ample parking available.
Advocacy Committee Meeting
Thursday, Apr. 2, 2009, 7:00 pm
Wesley Glen, Board Room
Join the League's advocacy team as we examine such local issues as the Columbus budget, the municipal income tax, local school board activity, and regionalism.
Board of Trustees Meeting
Monday, Apr. 6, 2009, 6:30 pm
Jewish Community Center
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Apr. 14, 2009, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Meet the Candidates: Hilliard City Council
Thursday, Apr. 16, 2009, 7:00 pm
Joint Safety Services Building
The League of Women Voters of Metropolitan Columbus is sponsoring the candidate forum for the Republican primary for the Hilliard City Council.
Prevention First Lobby Day
Wednesday, Apr. 22, 2009, 9:00 am
YWCA
Join Freedom of Choice Ohio (FOCO), NARAL Pro-Choice Ohio, and Planned Parenthood Affiliates of Ohio for this important day of lobbying on issues of choice and prevention.
CANCELED: Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Apr. 28, 2009, 11:30 am
58th State Convention
Friday, May 1 - Sunday, May 3, 2009
Dublin Crowne Plaza Hotel
The League of Women Voters of Ohio invites you to its 58th State Convention, an informative, stimulating, energizing, and fun event right here in central Ohio.
Board of Trustees Meeting
Monday, May 4, 2009, 6:30 pm
Jewish Community Center
Election Day
Tuesday, May 5, 2009, 6:30 am
Only one county-wide issue will appear on Franklin's primary ballot, but levies will be considered for several local school districts.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, May 12, 2009, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Democracy In Action
Thursday, May 14, 2009, 5:00 pm
Ohio Statehouse Atrium
Join us as we honor Mike Curtin and Fred Andrle with the League's premier citizenship award.
Morning Unit
Thursday, May 21, 2009, 9:15 am
Wesley Glen
Join us for a closer look at social services and the economy.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, May 26, 2009, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Evening Unit
Tuesday, May 26, 2009, 6:00 pm
Aladdin's Restaurant, Grandview
Note the change in location for the Evening Unit. Join us for dinner at 6 pm; the program begins at 7 pm.
Dinner Unit
Wednesday, May 27, 2009, 5:30 pm
Wings Restaurant, Bexley
Join us for a closer look at transportation in central Ohio.
Annual Meeting
Wednesday, Jun. 3, 2009, 6:00 pm
Columbus Board of Realtors
Join us for the League's annual business meeting and a timely discussion about the financial crisis faced by the City of Columbus.
Statehouse Rally for Vital Services
Thursday, Jun. 4, 2009, 12:00 pm
Ohio Statehouse, West Lawn
A Reality Check: It's Time for Leadership
Mass Transit Study Committee Meeting
Monday, Jun. 8, 2009, 7:00 pm
Clintonville-Beechwold Community Resources Center
Join us for the first meeting of the League committee studying mass transit in central Ohio.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Jun. 9, 2009, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Advocacy Committee Meeting
Monday, Jun. 22, 2009, 7:00 pm
Jewish Community Center, Board Room
Join the Advocacy Committee for an in-depth examination of the proposed Columbus income tax increase.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Jun. 23, 2009, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Board of Trustees Annual Retreat
Saturday, Jun. 27, 2009, 11:30 am
Home of Janyce Katz
Officers and directors of the board will meet for a daylong retreat to plan for the coming year.
Mass Transit Study Committee Meeting
Monday, Jun. 29, 2009, 7:00 pm
Clintonville-Beechwold Community Resources Center
Join the League's study of mass transit in central Ohio.
90th Birthday Planning Meeting
Saturday, Jul. 11, 2009, 9:30 am
Home of Dorothy & John Whitcomb
Join us as we plan for the 90th anniversary of the founding of the League of Women Voters.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Jul. 14, 2009, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Issue 1: A Vote on Columbus' Future
Monday, Jul. 20, 2009, 7:00 pm
Broad Street Presbyterian Church, Palmer Hall
The Franklin County Consortium for Good Government and the Columbus Community Coalition invite you to a moderated discussion of the proposed Columbus income tax increase.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Jul. 28, 2009, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Columbus on the Record: Columbus Income Tax Proposal
Thursday, Jul. 30, 2009, 6:00 pm
WOSU@COSI
Join WOSU News Director Mike Thompson in a special edition of Columbus on the Record that examines the proposed increase in the Columbus income tax.
90th Birthday Planning Meeting
Saturday, Aug. 1, 2009, 9:00 am
Panera Bread, Clintonville
Join us as we plan for the 90th anniversary of the founding of the League of Women Voters.
Board of Trustees Meeting
Monday, Aug. 3, 2009, 6:30 pm
Jewish Community Center
Election Day
Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2009, 6:30 am
City of Columbus/South-Western School District
A special election will take place today in the City of Columbus and the South-Western City School District only.
Mass Transit Study Committee Meeting
Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2009, 7:00 pm
Cornerstone Deli, Clintonville
Join the League's study of mass transit in central Ohio.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2009, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Educational Events Committee Meeting
Thursday, Aug. 13, 2009, 12:00 pm
State Library of Ohio
Join the Educational Events Committee as we plan issue forums, town hall meetings, and other citizen-education activities for the coming year.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2009, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Sep. 8, 2009, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Advocacy Committee Meeting
Wednesday, Sep. 9, 2009, 7:00 pm
Wesley Glen, Board Room
Join the Advocacy Committee as we examine the Franklin County Children Services levy on the November ballot.
Board of Trustees Meeting
Monday, Sep. 14, 2009, 6:30 pm
Jewish Community Center
Mass Transit Study Committee Meeting
Wednesday, Sep. 16, 2009, 7:00 pm
Cornerstone Deli, Clintonville
Join the League's study of mass transit in central Ohio.
CANCELED: Technology Committee Meeting
Monday, Sep. 21, 2009, 7:00 pm
Join the Technology Committee as we discuss the League's web presence.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Sep. 22, 2009, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Meet the Candidates
Tuesday, Sep. 22, 2009, 6:30 pm
Prairie Township Senior Center
Join us at 6:30 for a reception and at 7 for the forum.
General Meeting: Our News Media
Thursday, Sep. 24, 2009, 6:00 pm
The Lincoln Theatre, Second Floor Ballroom
Preserving the Public Watchdog in a Changing World
Meet the Candidates
Tuesday, Sep. 29, 2009, 6:30 pm
Reynoldsburg United Methodist Church
Join us at 6:30 for a reception and at 7 for the forum.
Educational Events Committee Meeting
Thursday, Oct. 1, 2009, 11:30 am
TBA
Join the committee to discuss outcomes and plan future educational events and issue forums.
Meet the Candidates
Friday, Oct. 2, 2009, 9:30 am
Jewish Community Center
Join us at 9:30 for a reception and at 9:45 for the forum.
Board of Trustees Meeting
Monday, Oct. 5, 2009, 6:30 pm
Jewish Community Center
Meet the Candidates
Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2009, 6:30 pm
Congregation Beth Tikvah
Join us at 6:30 for a reception and at 7 for the forum.
Meet the Candidates
Thursday, Oct. 8, 2009, 6:30 pm
Ascension Lutheran Church, Haimerl Center
Join us at 6:30 for a reception and at 7 for the forum.
Meet the Candidates
Monday, Oct. 12, 2009, 6:30 pm
Temple Beth Shalom
Join us at 6:30 for a reception and at 7 for the forum.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2009, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Meet the Candidates
Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2009, 6:30 pm
Corpus Christi Catholic Church
Join us at 6:30 for a reception and at 7 for the forum.
Mass Transit Study Committee Meeting
Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2009, 7:00 pm
Cornerstone Deli, Clintonville
Join the League's study of mass transit in central Ohio.
Morning Unit
Thursday, Oct. 15, 2009, 9:30 am
Wesley Glen
Join us for "Behind the Issues: What's on the November Ballot?"
Meet the Candidates
Thursday, Oct. 15, 2009, 6:30 pm
First Unitarian Universalist Church
Join us at 6:30 for a reception and at 7 for the forum. This event will feature ballot issues only.
Meet the Candidates
Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2009, 6:30 pm
Brookwood Presbyterian Church
Join us at 6:30 for a reception and at 7 for the forum.
Meet the Candidates
Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2009, 6:30 pm
Hilliard Joint Safety Services Building
Join us at 6:30 for a reception and at 7 for the forum.
Meet the Candidates
Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2009, 7:00 pm
Powell Municipal Building, Council Chamber
Join the League of Women Voters of Delaware County and the Metro Columbus League for a special forum focusing on southern Delaware County.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Dinner Unit
Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009, 5:30 pm
Wing's Restaurant, Bexley
Join us for "Behind the Issues: What's on the November Ballot?"
Evening Unit
Thursday, Oct. 29, 2009, 6:30 pm
Grandview Heights Public Library
Join us for "Behind the Issues: What's on the November Ballot?"
Board of Trustees Meeting
Monday, Nov. 2, 2009, 6:30 pm
Jewish Community Center
Election Day
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009, 6:30 am
Questions about voting or where to vote? Call the League of Women Voters Election Day Phone Bank at WBNS-10TV on Tuesday, Nov. 3 only, from 6:30 am to 7:30 pm, (614) 821-1010.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Mass Transit Study Committee Meeting
Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009, 7:00 pm
Cornerstone Deli, Clintonville
Join the League's study of mass transit in central Ohio.
General Meeting: Going Green
Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009, 6:00 pm
Jewish Community Center
Special Considerations in Implementing "Green" Policy
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Holiday Brunch and Auction
Sunday, Dec. 6, 2009, 12:00 pm
Miranova
Join your League friends (and bring your other friends along) at the annual end-of-year celebration and fundraiser at the home of Nancy and Bob Brown.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2009, 11:30 am
The Forum at Knightsbridge
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for its annual end-of-year celebration.
CANCELED: Advocacy Committee Meeting
Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2009, 7:00 pm
CANCELED: Board of Trustees Meeting
Monday, Jan. 4, 2010, 6:30 pm
Ohio Statehouse Census Rally
Monday, Jan. 11, 2010, 10:00 am
Ohio Statehouse
Join the 2010 Census Road Tour at its stop in Columbus and help bring Census activities to life at the local level. The Road Tour Vehicle is traveling throughout the three-state Detroit region.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2010, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Public Transit Study Committee Meeting
Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2010, 7:00 pm
Cornerstone Deli, Clintonville
Join the League's study of public transit in central Ohio.
Finance Committee Meeting
Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2010, 7:00 pm
Home of Mary Kaul
Join the League's Finance Committee for its first meeting of the New Year.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2010, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
How the Pro-Choice Movement Saved America
Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2010, 6:00 pm
Ohio State University Fawcett Center
Freedom, Politics, and the War on Sex
37th Anniversary of Roe v. Wade
General Meeting: Where We Stand
Thursday, Jan. 28, 2010, 6:00 pm
Wesley Glen, Ravine Room
National and Local Program Planning
Board of Trustees Meeting
Monday, Feb. 1, 2010, 6:30 pm
Jewish Community Center
Public Transit Study Committee Meeting
Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2010, 7:00 pm
Cornerstone Deli, Clintonville
Join the League's study of public transit in central Ohio.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2010, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Morning Unit
Thursday, Feb. 18, 2010, 9:30 am
Wesley Glen
Join us for "Policy in the Technology Age: Maneuvering the Information and Technology Divide," or "How and Where Do We Get Our Information Today?"
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2010, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Dinner Unit
Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2010, 5:30 pm
Wing's Restaurant, Bexley
Join us for "Policy in the Technology Age: Maneuvering the Information and Technology Divide."
Redistricting Forum
Monday, Mar. 1, 2010, 10:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Auditorium
Redrawing the Boundaries: An Ohio Redistricting Discussion
Board of Trustees Meeting
Monday, Mar. 1, 2010, 6:30 pm
Jewish Community Center
Public Transit Study Committee Meeting
Wednesday, Mar. 3, 2010, 7:00 pm
Cornerstone Deli, Clintonville
Join the League's study of public transit in central Ohio.
Ohio Women's Summit/Young Women's Summit
Sunday, Mar. 7 - Monday, Mar. 8, 2010
Vern Riffe Center for Government and the Arts
Momentum 2010
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Mar. 9, 2010, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Issue Forum: Beyond the Bus?
Thursday, Mar. 18, 2010, 6:15 pm
University Plaza Hotel, Ballroom V-VI
Public Transit in Central Ohio
Sunshine Week 2010 National Dialogue
Friday, Mar. 19, 2010, 12:00 pm
Live Webcast from Washington, DC
Building Transparency
Regional Meeting for Central Leagues
Saturday, Mar. 20, 2010, 9:30 am
Delaware County Library, Community Room
All League members are invited to join the League of Women Voters of Ohio and local League members from Delaware County, Lima, Marion, and Metro Columbus for informal networking and training.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Mar. 23, 2010, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Second Floor
Note the change in location, from the third to the second floor conference room, for this meeting only.
Nonpartisan Moderator Training
Saturday, Mar. 27, 2010, 9:00 am
Wesley Glen
League members are invited to participate in a two-hour skills training workshop to learn how to moderate candidate forums and other debates.
Public Transit Study Committee Meeting
Tuesday, Apr. 6, 2010, 7:00 pm
Cornerstone Deli, Clintonville
Join the League's study of public transit in central Ohio.
Board of Trustees Meeting
Monday, Apr. 12, 2010, 6:30 pm
Jewish Community Center
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Apr. 13, 2010, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Statehouse Day/State Council
Wednesday, Apr. 14, 2010, 8:30 am
Vern Riffe Center for Government and the Arts, 31st Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio for up-to-date briefings on the most critical reform issues.
Earth Day Delaware
Saturday, Apr. 17, 2010, 10:00 am
Downtown Delaware, Ohio
Join the League of Women Voters of Delaware County and its partners in a day-long celebration of Earth Day.
Meet the Candidates
Thursday, Apr. 22, 2010, 7:00 pm
Delaware County Bank Corporate Offices
Join the League of Women Voters of Delaware County for a primary election candidate forum.
Membership Meeting: Public Transit Consensus
Monday, Apr. 26, 2010, 6:30 pm
Columbus Board of Realtors
Members are invited to attend a critical consensus meeting to discuss and possibly come to agreement on a new position on public transit.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Apr. 27, 2010, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Board of Trustees Meeting
Monday, May 3, 2010, 6:30 pm
Jewish Community Center
Primary Election Day
Tuesday, May 4, 2010, 6:30 am
Questions about voting or where to vote? Call the League of Women Voters Election Day Phone Bank at WBNS-10TV on Tuesday, May 4 only, from 6:00 am to 7:00 pm, (614) 821-1010.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, May 11, 2010, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Second Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Democracy In Action
Thursday, May 13, 2010, 5:30 pm
Ohio Statehouse Atrium
Terry and David McCoy will receive the 2010 Democracy In Action award as the League celebrates its 90th anniversary.
Morning Unit
Thursday, May 20, 2010, 9:30 am
Wesley Glen
Join us for a discussion of "When Government and Religion Mix: How Do We Feel?"
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, May 25, 2010, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Dinner Unit
Wednesday, Jun. 2, 2010, 5:30 pm
Wing's Restaurant, Bexley
Join the Dinner Unit on this new date for a discussion about the Livestock Care Standards Board.
Annual Meeting
Monday, Jun. 7, 2010, 6:00 pm
Northwest Public Library
Join us for the annual business meeting of the Metro Columbus League, and bring a potluck dish to share.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Jun. 8, 2010, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
49th National Convention
Friday, Jun. 11 - Tuesday, Jun. 15, 2010
Atlanta, Georgia
The Metro Columbus League will be represented by Mim Brierley, Barbi Crabill, and Ann Henkener.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Jun. 22, 2010, 11:30 am
Ohio Statehouse Cafeteria
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
AmericaSpeaks: Our Budget, Our Economy
Saturday, Jun. 26, 2010, 11:00 am
OSU Agricultural Administration Building, Auditorium
Join a national discussion that will happen simultaneously at locations throughout the country, including Columbus, to find common ground on tough choices about our federal budget.
Land Use Study Committee Meeting
Wednesday, Jun. 30, 2010, 7:00 pm
Clintonville Community Resources Center
Join the League's new study committee on regional planning and land use for its first meeting.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Jul. 13, 2010, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Joint Advocacy/Study Committee Meeting
Wednesday, Jul. 14, 2010, 7:00 pm
Wesley Glen, Board Room
Join us for a joint meeting of the Advocacy Committee and the Land Use Study Committee.
Board Retreat and Orientation
Saturday, Jul. 17, 2010, 9:00 am
IBEW Hall
The officers and trustees of the Metro League are meeting for their orientation and retreat in advance of the new year.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Jul. 27, 2010, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Land Use Study Committee Meeting
Monday, Aug. 2, 2010, 7:00 pm
Clintonville Community Resources Center
Join our new study of regional planning and land use.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Membership Committee Meeting
Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010, 5:30 pm
Home of Mim Brierley
Join the Membership Committee to help plan new strategies for member recruitment and retention.
Development Committee Meeting
Wednesday, Aug. 11, 2010, 7:00 pm
Columbus Board of Realtors
Join the League's Development Committee as we develop a fundraising plan for the year.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Aug. 24, 2010, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Land Use Study Committee Meeting
Wednesday, Aug. 25, 2010, 7:00 pm
Wesley Glen, Conference Room
Join our new study of regional planning and land use.
Development Committee Meeting
Wednesday, Aug. 25, 2010, 7:00 pm
Columbus Board of Realtors
Join the League's Development Committee.
Membership Committee Meeting
Thursday, Aug. 26, 2010, 6:00 pm
Home of Mim Brierley
Join the Membership Committee to help plan new strategies for member recruitment and retention.
Advocacy Committee Meeting
Monday, Sep. 13, 2010, 7:00 pm
Wesley Glen, Parlor
Join the Advocacy Committee as we discuss local ballot issues for the November election.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Sep. 14, 2010, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Board of Trustees Meeting
Thursday, Sep. 16, 2010, 6:30 pm
Jewish Community Center
Iron Jawed Angels Private Screening
Tuesday, Sep. 21, 2010, 6:15 pm
Arena Grand Theatre
Join the National Council of Jewish Women, Columbus Section and the League of Women Voters of Metropolitan Columbus for a private screening of Iron Jawed Angels.
Land Use Study Committee Meeting
Wednesday, Sep. 22, 2010, 7:00 pm
Wesley Glen, Conference Room
Join our study of regional planning and land use.
Meet the Candidates
Monday, Sep. 27, 2010, 6:30 pm
Peace Lutheran Church, Gahanna
Hispanic Heritage Month Voter Registration Drive
Tuesday, Sep. 28, 2010, 11:00 am
Nationwide, Plaza 3 Atrium
Join Nationwide CEO Steve Rasmussen and RISA (Raising Interest in Spanish Awareness) at Nationwide for the eighth annual Hispanic Heritage Month celebration.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Sep. 28, 2010, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Membership Committee Meeting
Tuesday, Sep. 28, 2010, 5:30 pm
Home of Mim Brierley
Join the Membership Committee to help plan new strategies for member recruitment and retention.
Meet the Candidates
Tuesday, Sep. 28, 2010, 6:30 pm
Reynoldsburg United Methodist Church
Public Policy Luncheon
Friday, Oct. 1, 2010, 12:00 pm
OSU Fawcett Conference Center
Join ACTION OHIO Coalition for Battered Women for a lunch featuring WOSU's Ann Fisher.
Voter Registration Drive
Sunday, Oct. 3, 2010, 8:15 am
Buddy Walk, Columbus Crew Stadium
Join the League of Women Voters at the Buddy Walk for Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio.
Meet the Candidates
Monday, Oct. 4, 2010, 6:30 pm
Ascension Lutheran Church, Haimerl Center
Meet the Candidates
Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2010, 6:30 pm
Brookwood Presbyterian Church
Educational Events Committee Meeting
Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2010, 6:30 pm
Home of Helena Schlam
Join this committee to plan educational events, public forums, town hall meetings, and more for the coming year.
Meet the Candidates
Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2010, 6:30 pm
Corpus Christi Church
Meet the Candidates
Friday, Oct. 8, 2010, 9:30 am
Jewish Community Center
Meet the Candidates
Monday, Oct. 11, 2010, 6:30 pm
Worthington Community Center, Community Room
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2010, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Meet the Candidates
Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2010, 6:30 pm
Broad Street Presbyterian Church
Meet the Candidates
Thursday, Oct. 14, 2010, 6:30 pm
Temple Beth Shalom, New Albany
Meet the Candidates
Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2010, 6:30 pm
Prairie Township Senior Center
Land Use Study Committee Meeting
Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2010, 7:00 pm
Corner Stone Deli
Join the League's study of regional planning and land use in central Ohio.
Morning Unit
Thursday, Oct. 21, 2010, 9:30 am
Wesley Glen
League members are invited to join us to determine if there is consensus on new state government tax and finance positions.
Board of Trustees Meeting
Thursday, Oct. 21, 2010, 6:30 pm
Jewish Community Center
Ballot Issues Forum
Thursday, Oct. 21, 2010, 6:30 pm
First Unitarian Universalist Church
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2010, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Dinner Unit
Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2010, 5:30 pm
Wing's Restaurant, Bexley
League members are invited to join us to determine if there is consensus on new state government tax and finance positions.
Election Day
Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2010, 6:30 am
Questions about voting or where to vote? Call the League of Women Voters Election Day Phone Bank at WBNS-10TV on Tuesday, Nov. 2 only from 5 am through 7 pm, (614) 821-1010.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2010, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Land Use Study Committee Meeting
Monday, Nov. 22, 2010, 7:00 pm
Corner Stone Deli
Join the League's study of regional planning and land use in central Ohio.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2010, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Third Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Holiday Brunch and Auction
Sunday, Dec. 5, 2010, 12:00 pm
Miranova
Join your League friends (and bring your other friends along) at the annual end-of-year celebration and fundraiser at the home of Nancy and Bob Brown.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2010, 12:00 pm
Home of Anne Smead
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for its annual end-of-year potluck celebration.
CANCELED: Board of Trustees Meeting
Thursday, Dec. 16, 2010, 6:30 pm
Jewish Community Center
Educational Events Committee Meeting
Thursday, Jan. 6, 2011, 6:00 pm
Home of Helena Schlam
Join the Educational Events Committee to plan issue forums, town hall meetings, and other events of interest to central Ohio voters.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2011, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Land Use Study Committee Meeting
Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2011, 7:00 pm
Corner Stone Deli
Join the League's study of regional planning and land use in central Ohio.
Roe v. Wade Anniversary Event
Thursday, Jan. 20, 2011, 6:00 pm
OSU Fawcett Center
Join Freedom of Choice Ohio for the 38th annual commemoration of the Roe v. Wade decision.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Jan. 25, 2011, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
CANCELED: Educational Events Committee Meeting
Thursday, Feb. 3, 2011, 6:00 pm
Home of Helena Schlam
Join the Educational Events Committee in planning this year's issue forums, general meetings, and other events.
Program Planning
Monday, Feb. 7, 2011, 6:30 pm
Wesley Glen, Auditorium
Join us for a bowl of hot soup and an in-depth look at the state League's advocacy positions.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2011, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Morning Unit
Thursday, Feb. 17, 2011, 9:30 am
Wesley Glen
Michael Wilkos of The Columbus Foundation will speak about redevelopment of Weinland Park.
Board of Trustees Meeting
Thursday, Feb. 17, 2011, 6:30 pm
Jewish Community Center
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Feb. 22, 2011, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Land Use Study Committee Meeting
Tuesday, Feb. 22, 2011, 7:00 pm
Corner Stone Deli
Join the League's study of regional planning and land use in central Ohio.
Dinner Unit
Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2011, 5:30 pm
Wing's Restaurant, Bexley
Michael Wilkos of The Columbus Foundation will speak about redevelopment of Weinland Park.
Government for Sale?
Thursday, Feb. 24, 2011, 7:00 pm
Willow Brook Delaware Run, Summit Room
The Role of Money in Elections
Central Regional Meeting
Saturday, Feb. 26, 2011, 1:30 pm
Delaware County Public Library
All League members are encouraged to attend a regional meeting for LWV-Metro Columbus, LWV-Delaware County, LWV-Marion, and LWV-Lima.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Mar. 8, 2011, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Advocacy Committee Meeting
Tuesday, Mar. 15, 2011, 7:00 pm
Wesley Glen, Conference Room
Join the League's Advocacy Committee and work to improve government in central Ohio.
Annual Sunshine Week National Dialogue
Friday, Mar. 18, 2011, 12:00 pm
Live Webcast
The League of Women Voters in Washington, DC, is again cohosting this annual event.
Educational Events Committee Meeting
Monday, Mar. 21, 2011, 6:00 pm
Home of Helena Schlam
Join the Educational Events Committee in planning this year's issue forums, general meetings, and other events.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Mar. 22, 2011, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
One Nation? Under God? Really?
Wednesday, Mar. 23, 2011, 6:00 pm
Harrison Park Community Room
Join David McCoy, a retired Episcopal priest and corecipient of the 2010 Democracy In Action Award (which he received with his wife, Terry McCoy) for a discussion about religion and public life.
Land Use Study Committee Meeting
Monday, Mar. 28, 2011, 6:30 pm
Corner Stone Deli
Join the League's study of regional planning and land use in central Ohio.
Movies, Popcorn and Policy
Thursday, Mar. 31, 2011, 6:30 pm
Gateway Film Center
Join the League of Women Voters of Metropolitan Columbus, National Council of Jewish Women-Columbus Section, and NARAL Pro-Choice Ohio for a film screening.
U.S. Immigration Policy: Past and Present
Tuesday, Apr. 5, 2011, 5:30 pm
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Auditorium
Join the League, the Columbus Metropolitan Library, and the Council for Public Deliberation for a candid look at immigration policy and its impact on Ohio.
Statehouse Day
Thursday, Apr. 7, 2011, 9:00 am
Riffe Center for Government and the Arts, 31st Floor
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio for its 2011 Statehouse Day.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Apr. 12, 2011, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
CANCELED: New Member Orientation
Tuesday, Apr. 12, 2011, 5:30 pm
This event has been postponed.
Board of Trustees Meeting
Thursday, Apr. 14, 2011, 6:30 pm
Jewish Community Center
Funding Public Education in Delaware County
Thursday, Apr. 14, 2011, 7:00 pm
Delaware Area Career Center (South)
The Shrinking Pocketbook:
Does the math add up?
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Apr. 26, 2011, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Land Use Study Committee Meeting
Tuesday, May 3, 2011, 9:30 am
Whetstone Public Library
Join the League's study of regional planning and land use in central Ohio.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, May 10, 2011, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Democracy In Action
Thursday, May 12, 2011, 5:30 pm
Ohio Statehouse Atrium
Nancy Rogers has been selected to receive the 2011 Democracy In Action award.
59th State League Convention
Friday, May 13 - Sunday, May 15, 2011
Maumee Bay State Park
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio for its biennial State Convention, "Sustaining Democracy Through Sustainable Communities."
Morning Unit
Thursday, May 19, 2011, 9:30 am
Wesley Glen
Join us for a discussion of election reform.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, May 24, 2011, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Dinner Unit
Wednesday, May 25, 2011, 5:30 pm
Wing's Restaurant, Bexley
Join us for a unit discussion of the state budget.
Annual Meeting
Monday, Jun. 6, 2011, 6:30 pm
Columbus Board of Realtors
Bring a potluck dish to share at the League's annual meeting, where members will elect a new board of trustees, approve a budget, and conduct other business.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Jun. 14, 2011, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Land Use Study Committee Meeting
Thursday, Jun. 16, 2011, 9:30 am
Wesley Glen
Join the League's study of regional planning and land use in central Ohio.
Lobby Lunch
Tuesday, Jun. 28, 2011, 11:30 am
Columbus Metropolitan Library
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio Lobby Corps for a brown-bag lunch and discussion of the most critical issues at the Statehouse.
Membership Committee Meeting
Monday, Aug. 1, 2011, 5:30 pm
Home of Mim Brierley
Join the Membership Committee to plan for the coming year.
Land Use Study Committee Meeting
Thursday, Aug. 4, 2011, 9:30 am
Home of Carolyn Piper
Join the League's study of regional planning and land use.
State Convention Update
Sunday, Aug. 14, 2011, 3:00 pm
Home of Jean Byrd
Join delegates to May's State Convention for an update on outcomes of the biennial gathering.
Evening Unit
Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2011, 5:30 pm
Mezzo Ristorante & Bar
Join us for a timely presentation on redistricting at a new location for the Dinner Unit.
Central Ohio Regional Meeting
Saturday, Aug. 20, 2011, 10:00 am
Whetstone Public Library
Join the League of Women Voters of Ohio for a meeting with other local League members around central Ohio.
Ohio Collective Bargaining Law and Practice
Wednesday, Sep. 7, 2011, 7:00 pm
Whetstone Public Library
Join the League and the Council for Public Deliberation for an exploration of state law regarding collective bargaining.
Health Care Insurance Mandate
Monday, Sep. 12, 2011, 7:00 pm
Whetstone Public Library
Join the League and the Council for Public Deliberation for an exploration of the new health care insurance mandate and the constitutional issues it presents.
General Meeting: The Future of Public Education
Thursday, Sep. 22, 2011, 5:45 pm
Clintonville Woman's Club
Join us for a forum entitled "The Future of Public Education in Ohio."
Meet the Candidates
Tuesday, Sep. 27, 2011, 6:30 pm
Saint Elizabeth Church
Sponsored by the Northland Community Council and Saint Elizabeth Church. Moderator: Tom Borgerding
WOSU NPR News Managing Editor/Reporter, WOSU Public Media.
Meet the Candidates
Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2011, 6:30 pm
All Saints Academy
Sponsored by: the Catholic Diocese of Columbus, Office for Social Concerns and Black Catholic Ministries of Columbus.
Issues Forum
Thursday, Oct. 6, 2011, 6:30 pm
First Unitarian Universalist Church
Sponsored by: First Unitarian Universalist Church. Moderator: Ann Fisher, Host of All Sides with Ann Fisher, WOSU Public Media.
Meet the Candidates
Monday, Oct. 10, 2011, 6:30 pm
Temple Beth Shalom
Sponsored by: Temple Beth Shalom. Moderator: Danielle Elias, Reporter, WBNS 10TV News.
Meet the Candidates
Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2011, 6:30 pm
Reynoldsburg United Methodist Church
Sponsored by: Reynoldsburg United Methodist Church and Temple Israel.
Public Policy Luncheon
Thursday, Oct. 13, 2011, 12:00 pm
OSU Fawcett Center
The League of Women Voters of Ohio is cosponsoring this luncheon, "Run, Women, Run," hosted by ACTION Ohio.
Evening Unit
Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2011, 5:30 pm
Spaghetti Warehouse
Join us at a new venue for our evening dinner group.
Meet the Candidates
Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2011, 6:30 pm
McConnell Arts Center
Sponsored by: ORT America, Congregation Beth Tikvah and American Association of University Women.
Morning Unit
Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011, 9:30 am
Wesley Glen
Ann Henkener and Dave Patton will present "Understanding the Confusing Ballot Issues of our Next Election."
Issues Forum
Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, 6:30 pm
Congregation Tifereth Israel
Sponsored by: Congregation Tifereth Israel, Columbus Chapter of Hadassah and Broad Street Presbyterian Church.
Meet the Candidates
Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2011, 6:30 pm
Peace Lutheran Church, Gahanna
Sponsored by: Peace Lutheran Church.
Meet the Candidates
Thursday, Oct. 27, 2011, 6:30 pm
Torat Emet (Main Street Synagogue)
Sponsored by: Congregation Torat Emet and the Bexley Area Chamber of Commerce.
Meet the Candidates
Friday, Oct. 28, 2011, 9:00 am
Jewish Community Center
Sponsored by: the Jewish Community Center and the National Council of Jewish Women.
Election Day
Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2011, 6:30 am
Questions about voting or where to vote? Call the League of Women Voters Election Day Phone Bank at WBNS-10TV on Tuesday, Nov. 8 only, from 6:30 am to 7:30 pm, (614) 821-1010.
A Nation in Debt: How Can We Pay the Bills?
Thursday, Nov. 10, 2011, 6:30 pm
Columbus Metropolitan Library
Are you willing to make sacrifices to reduce the nation’s debt? How can we make systemic changes to increase fiscal responsibility? Should we invest in growth first?
Consensus Meeting: Education Study
Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2011, 6:30 pm
Wesley Glen, Ravine Room
Join us for discussion of the national study, "Role of the Federal Government in Public Education."
A Nation in Debt: How Can We Pay the Bills?
Monday, Nov. 21, 2011, 7:00 pm
Whetstone Public Library
Are you willing to make sacrifices to reduce the nation’s debt? How can we make systemic changes to increase fiscal responsibility? Should we invest in growth first?
Holiday Brunch and Auction
Sunday, Dec. 4, 2011, 12:00 pm
Miranova
Join us for our annual fundraiser, featuring "Raffle Mania" as well as silent and live auctions.
Clean Air Campaign Town Hall Meeting
Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2011, 7:00 pm
Delaware County Developmental Disabilities Center
Join the League of Women Voters of Delaware County and Metropolitan Columbus for a community forum on clean air regulations.
A Nation in Debt: How Can We Pay the Bills?
Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011, 7:00 pm
NEW LOCATION: Northwest Library
Are you willing to make sacrifices to reduce the nation’s debt? How can we make systemic changes to increase fiscal responsibility? Should we invest in growth first?
Land Use: Regional and Local Perspectives
Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2012, 6:30 pm
Whetstone Public Library
Join us to learn more about the League's two-year study of regional planning and land use in the metro area.
39th Anniversary of Roe v. Wade
Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2012, 6:00 pm
The Gateway Film Center
Join Freedom of Choice Ohio and the National Council of Jewish Women, Columbus Section, in remembering the 39th anniversary of Roe v. Wade.
Dinner Unit
Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2012, 5:30 pm
Spaghetti Warehouse
Join us for a presentation on human trafficking.
