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Date: 10/13/2022
Subject: Weekly Update - October 13, 2022
From: League of Women Voters of Denver


 Your Denver League Update

Yard Signs Available - Get Yours Now

There are yard signs available in the office, thanks to Bobbie Heisterkamp.  Please stop by the office and pick up a sign!
Bobbie Heisterkamp, storer of all things important.

Let us know!

Do you have an announcement that should be placed in the weekly update?  Please fill out this short FORM and we will publish it if appropriate.  You can fill out the form any time but be aware that we work on the newsletter on Thursday morning and publish it Thursday afternoon.  
Elsie Haley, Co-Director, Communication

Bulbs are Expected to Arrive in Denver Next Week

We need workers for two or three days probably starting Tuesday or Wednesday next week.    If you ordered bulbs, you will be notified to pick them up.  If you volunteer for making deliveries you will pick up the bulbs at the greenhouse.  If you've never been to the Greenhouse, here's a LINK.  Get in touch with Marty  if you would like to help out.
Marty Sloven, Bulb Sale Chair

The November Election - Denver Ballot Issues

Ballot Issues Briefing - Tuesday, October 18 5:30 - 7:00 PM
Register HERE --you will see the link when you register. 

Our Denver Ballot issues Pros and Cons are available; see the Voter Newsletter to get the details on the ballot issues prior to the briefing. 
Anne Duncan and Jeanette Scotland, LWVD Voter Service Co-chairs

Read the newest  Voter Newsletter

 
If you read the most recent Voter you will see:
  • Denver Ballot Issues Pros and Cons and a link to the LWV Denver positions on them
  • Denver Decides (INC and Channel 8) issue forums.
  • Federal advocacy on voter intimidation 
  • Colorado's stellar election system -- a white paper
  • Cheesman Unit book club -- How Democracies Die
  • ... and on a lighter note
    • Marge Fisch - Board member profile
    • Bulbs are on their way to Denver
    • Jackie Denning and her partner had a new baby!

New Member Orientation

 
New members, and anybody else who needs a refresher, are encouraged to attend LWV Colorado's New Member Orientation.  
 

Candidate Forum 

 
Join the National Council of Jewish Women for this event which will be in-person and will start with a open house with local candidates and ballot initiatives represented. Walk around and talk with the candidates for your state representatives and senators and learn about the different initiatives that will be on the ballot. After the open house, join them for a dialogue with the candidates for state office (Governor, Attorney General and others) and Federal office (Senate and House Representatives).
Jeanette Scotland, Co-Chair Voter Service

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.  
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.
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 Roster 2022.  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.  
  • The booklet has been mailed to those who requested it.  
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