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Date: 9/29/2022
Subject: Copy of Copy of Weekly Update - September 22, 2022
From: League of Women Voters of Denver


 Your Denver League Update

Women Leading: Colorado Candidate Forum

Thursday, Oct. 6th, 6:30 - 8:00 pm

Iliff School of Theology

Join the Iliff Women's Alliance and the Institute for Religion, Politics and Culture for a Women Leading: Colorado Candidate Forum! Hear from women candidates from around Colorado as they discuss their goals, their values, and what motivates them to public service.  This free event is open to the public, but registration via this link is required to attend or receive the livestream link: Register  LWV Colorado is a co-sponsor of this event.  

Panelists include Brittany Pettersen (House of Representatives, Congressional District 7), Iman Jodeh (House District 41), Brianna Titone (House District 27), Julie Gonzalez (Senate District 34), Jennifer Bacon (House District 7), and Ruby Dickson (House District 37). Moderator: Dr. Carolyn Love.
Sheila Davaney, Iliff School of Theology Women's Alliance
 

The November Election - Denver Ballot Issues

Ballot Issues Briefing - Tuesday, October 18 5:30 - 7:00 PM
Register HERE -- you will receive the Zoom link upon registration 

Our Denver Ballot issues Pros and Cons will be available soon; watch for the next Voter newsletter to get the details.  Our voter registration team will also be partnering with the Denver Women's Chorus for their "My Body, My Voice" concerts during the weekend immediately prior to the November election.  
Anne Duncan and Jeanette Scotland, LWVD Voter Service Co-chairs

Call for Speaker's Bureau Volunteers

We are beginning to get requests for speakers on the November ballot issues.  If you are interested in helping present ballot issues to community, school, and other groups we could really use your help!  If you are interested please contact   Jeanette Scotland or Anne Duncan and they can tell you all about it.  

LWV Denver Board Update

The LWVD Board met Wednesday, September 28 to discuss the seven Denver Ballot issues for November.  Please see the Voter next week for a complete discussion of the ballot initiatives with pros and cons.  The Denver Board meets monthly on the second Monday at 4:00 PM via Zoom.  Anyone is welcome to attend board meetings of the League.
Elsie Haley, Communication Co-chair
 
Dr. Alex Marrero DPS Superintendent

LWV Denver 2022 Program Kickoff

Dr. Alex Marrero, Denver Public Schools Superintendent
Tuesday, September 20, 2022, at 5:30 - 7:00 PM via Zoom
Dr.Marrero reviewed the stakeholder polling and strategy development that has led to his direction for DPS.  The video will be prepared for YouTube and will be ready in a few days but in the meantime you can view the unedited recording here.
Recording
Passcode: f&C9vFXu

Sisters in Law

If you missed the LWV Denver's showing of Sisters in Law it is available again at the Newman Center, University of Denver  NOVEMBER 26, 2022 - DECEMBER 11, 2022.  Presented by Theater Or, the play follows the first two women appointed to the United States Supreme Court over several decades of momentous national, and personal, decisions.  There will be a free panel event Oct. 27 4pm, at the DU Commons building.   Phil Weiser & Sara Chatfield will talk about the Supreme Court today and Women in Politics.  
Cindy Sestrich

Office Update


Office Hours are at Montview Presbyterian from 9:00 to 1:00 Monday - Thursday.
Fran Coleman returns on Monday October 3.  Thanks to Lilah Connelly for helping us out while Fran was out.
Elsie Haley for Organization

"Like" us on Facebook

 
Facebook is one of the tools that we use to communicate about elections, election issues, our educational briefings and other opportunities.  Please get on Facebook and search Facebook for "League of Women Voters of Denver."   Hit the "Thumbs up" icon to "like" us.  You will then start to receive our postings.  The latest one was for the Sept 20 kickoff with the Superintendent, Dr. Alex Marerro.  Please SHARE these posts with your family, friends, and coworkers.  Who doesn't want to hear more about what's going on at Denver Public Schools?
 
The same applies to Instagram; Jackie Denning does a very nice job of posting there, too.
Elsie Haley and the Communication Team

2022-2023 Membership Roster

You can now get the LWV Denver Member directory online!  Just hit this LINK and you will be directed to the document.  You will have to sign into the website for the magic to happen.  This version of the directory will be updated monthly; it includes only member names and contact information.  
If you want a printed copy in the traditional form, there are two options. 
  • You can print the directory in its traditional form by downloading this Document.  You must be signed in to the website as a member to get it.  
  • If you would like to have a traditional paper booklet mailed to you, please fill in this VERY short form (you must be signed in to get the form).  If you have trouble please email info@lwvdenver.org and the office will put you on the mailing list.  
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