Join us for a discussion on the state of civics education. Led by Ken Stough, Co-Founder of the Westmoreland County Civic Star Program. We hope to see you there!

Register here.

The League of Women Voters of Centre County will host the 2026 General Election Candidates’ Night on Wednesday, September 30 at 7pm in the State College Borough Council Chambers (243 S Allen St).

All candidates in these races have been invited:

• PA State House District 77: Scott Conklin-D, Michelle Schellberg-R

• PA State House District 82: Kirsten McTernan-R, Paul Takac-D

• PA State House District 171: Kerry Benninghoff-R, John Zangari-D

• US House District 15: Ray Bilger-D, and Glenn Thompson-R

The non-partisan format gives each candidate 60 seconds to answer each of six questions, with the first to answer rotating among the candidates, and 90 seconds for a closing statement. Questions are prepared from community input and issues at hand. No questions are released to candidates prior. Questions for the Candidates can be submitted to lwvcentrecounty@gmail.com or on the LWVCC Website until September 29th, or can be submitted at the event.

Check for updates at lwvcentrecounty.org.

A panel discussion hosted by the Bucks County Beacon and Doylestown Action League, led by moderator Connor O'Hanlon.

This community conversation brings together a powerhouse panel of leaders who’ve turned civic engagement, advocacy, and public service into their life’s work. If you’ve ever wondered how to get involved, where to start, or how ordinary people create extraordinary change, this event is for you!

Guided by moderator Connor O'Hanlon—CPA, Doylestown Borough Councilman, author, and champion of local leadership—our panelists will dig into what participation really looks like, why it matters, and how we can empower ourselves to create stronger, healthier, more vibrant communities.

Featuring:

• Lauren Cristella, President & CEO of the Committee of Seventy

• Amy Widestrom, Executive Director of the League of Women Voters of Pennsylvania

• Ariel Virk, Psychotherapist & community advocate

• Nick Emeigh, Executive Director of NAMI Bucks County, PA

Free in-person event.

Location: 10 Doyle Street, Doylestown PA, 18901

Register here.

Join the League of Women Voters of Central Delaware County for a VIRTUAL Candidate Forum for PA House District 166 Democratic Primary being held Friday, May 1 at 7 PM to 8 PM. This FREE event will be live streamed via YouTube. 

Candidates are: 

• Greg Vitali (D) (33 Year Incumbent to PA House of Representatives) 

• Judy Trombetta (D) (President of Board of Commissioners of Haverford Township.)

Forum in Collaboration with: League of Women Voters of Delaware County and League of Women Voters of Central Delaware County. 

The nonpartisan candidate forum is FREE and open to the public, but registration is required. The Candidate Forum connection information will be emailed to registrants prior to the event.

To register and submit questions, click here.

Dr. Lara Putnam, UCIS Research Professor of History and Director of the Global Studies Center at the University of Pittsburgh, and Andrew McGinley, Vice President of External Affairs at the Committee of 70, will discuss recent trends in unaffiliated voter registration in Pennsylvania and provide insights into the current state of open primary advocacy in the Commonwealth. This presentation will highlight key developments and explore what these trends mean for voters and the political landscape in the state.

This is a virtual event.

Click here to register.

Hosted by the League of Women Voters of Chester County

Braver Angels is part of a national movement to bridge the partisan divide in an effort to strengthen our democratic republic.  The organization is balanced at every level of leadership, from the national level to local alliances, with equal numbers of Reds and Blues (and also welcomes "purples").   Braver Angels offers community workshops, debates, and structured conversations that give people with different political beliefs the opportunity to listen to each other, find common ground where it exists, and disagree respectfully - and with more understanding - where it doesn’t. They will provide an overview about the work of the organization, explain the “Braver Angels Way”, and introduce a sample exercise. All are welcome to attend.

Location: Struble Room, Chester County Library, 450 Exton Square Pkwy, Exton, PA 19341

Please email euterpe89@gmail.com to register for this event.

For more information about Braver Angels, please visit this website.

Community conversation and film screening hosted by the League of Women Voters of Bucks County. Discussion will be moderated by Samantha Gross, Ed.D.

Zlock Performing Arts Center, Bucks County Community College

To learn more and register, please click here.

Hosted by the LWV of Westmoreland County, this session in the Timely Topics series will feature a discussion with Christopher Briem, Regional Economist at the University of Pittsburgh Center for Social & Urban Research and Alec Italiano, Planning Director for the City of Greensburg Department of Planning & Development.

Event location: Greensburg Hempfield Area Library, 2nd Floor Conference Room, 237 South Pennsylvania Ave.

Register on the LWVWC website, by clicking on the event in the Calendar.

A little-known Pennsylvania law could block new U.S. citizens from voting in the May 19 primary. Unlike most states, Pennsylvania requires citizens to be naturalized for at least one month before voting, meaning anyone who becomes a citizen on or after April 20, 2026 may not be able to participate.

Join the League of Women Voters of Pennsylvania on April 14 at 6 PM for a webinar with Fair Elections Center to learn what this law means, who it affects, and how it is being challenged. If you are planning to naturalize soon, this session is especially important.

Even if you are not directly affected, it is a crucial opportunity to understand how outdated laws impact voting rights and why protecting those rights matters for everyone. 

Click here to register.