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League of Women Voters Condemns Use of Federal Force on Peaceful Protestors
Take Action now!
From LWV US President, Diana Wynn: In response to the President’s deployment of the National Guard over the weekend, LWVUS issued a statement with the League of Women Voters of California. I encourage you to read it now on our website.
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- Special Invitation from League of Women Voters of San Jose/Santa Clara,
June 18, 2025, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm at Santa Clara County Office of Education,
1290 Ridder Park Drive, San Jose 95131
Come celebrate our 80th anniversary! Register here
Enjoy lunch with friends and a keynote address by U.S. Congressman Sam Liccardo -
Registration information here
Free parking is available, with carpooling encouraged.
- Cupertino Chamber of Commerce
Introducing the Science & Technology Speaker Series.
Join us at the Cupertino Community Hall
for a night of exploration!
🌠 Featuring Dr. Eugene L. Tu, Center Director of NASA Ames Research Center.
Save your spot for June 25th, 2025 at 6:30pm to 8:00pm.
Register at: https://bit.ly/Science-Tech-Series1
- Santa Clara County-wide League Book Club Meeting
We thought it would be fun to have a one-off book club meeting of members and friends from the
five Santa Clara County Leagues to gather and
discuss a more hopeful book. Join us to meet and chat with other League members from
across our county who love books and care about our democracy.
Organized by the membership chairs of LWV SCC.
Date: August 10th, 3:00-5:00 pm at the Saratoga Library, 13650 Saratoga Ave, Saratoga
Register to Attend: https://forms.gle/pXsybqogvXGLz1TS6
- September, 2025 National Conference on Citizenship
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Why attend #NCoC2025?
· Join a growing network committed to revitalizing American democracy
· Connect with community leaders, democracy builders and civic organizers from across the country
· Learn evidence-based approaches to strengthening civic participation
· Build cross-sector partnerships for state, national, and local implementation
· Access resources and support for civic renewal
Attend if you are a:
· Democracy builder looking to strengthen democratic infrastructure.
· Civic educator developing the next generation of engaged citizens.
· Nonprofit or community organization representative looking to cultivate civic renewal.
· Civic or local government leader wanting to add to your toolbox and build your network.
· Funder or a funding organization aiming to maximize the return on your investment in America's civic vitality.
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Celebrating Juneteenth!
Celebrating the end of slavery in the United States -
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LWVCS Coffee Hour - Third Thursdays
11am, June 19th, Coffee Hour
- Join here - or via our website calendar link
To catch up on previous Coffee Hours, check here.
Save the Date for our September 18th Coffee Hour with Cupertino Mayor Liang Chao!
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LWV California
Our Biennial Convention is Virtual!
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This year, our Convention will be held virtually from June 17-22, with workshops throughout the week. We will focus on bringing League members together to learn, share, and energize our membership as we continue to work toward strengthening democracy.
More information will be available at lwvc.org/convention. We hope to see you there!
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Where: Virtual teleconference meetings, using Zoom.
Who: Attendance at Convention is open to everyone; we encourage all members to attend and are eager for the public to come learn about the League. We ask that you extend invitations to your friends and contacts.
Why: LWVC meets every other year to conduct business as outlined by the bylaws. See below for specifics. But just as important, the purpose of Convention is to inspire and empower Californians to increase their active and informed participation in civic life. Come meet passionate people from across the state who are making democracy work!
Read about the schedule, workshops, special activities, and more on our site: https://lwvc.org/convention.
This site is updated as plans take shape, so please check this site frequently.
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(Yes, we changed our name to reflect the current environment!)
Planning and Practicing Working with Communities on any individual or group activity addressing issues of public concern.
Join our Planning Meeting to develop Future Events - we want your ideas and your participation!
Our focus is how we can battle misinformation and biases.
Join us to continue planning civil discourse events via ZOOM on Monday, June 16th, 1pm here.
We need your ideas, suggestions - and participation.
What are your burning topics for discussion?
What issues in our communities should we talk about - all sides? Elections? Immigration? Polarization? Economic inequity?
This 5-minute video with Jeffrey Rosen, President and CEO of the National Constitution Center, addresses the rights and responsibilities of citizenship in a self-governing nation:
Why Have a Civil Dialogue?
You can view previous event recordings here.
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Did you see us at the Earth and Arbor Day Festival? The City is kicking-off a Citywide Active Transportation Plan (ATP) to make getting around Cupertino easier, safer, and more comfortable for everyone—whether you're walking, biking, or using devices like scooters or mobility chairs.
For more information, visit cupertinoatp.org
- Latest News on The Rise (Vallco Center Development)
More information on the project can be found at: The Rise (former Vallco Town Center) | City of Cupertino, CA
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Viewing Options Council meetings are:
City News here
City Manager's Update Sunnyvale Report Posted
The City Manager's report, Update Sunnyvale, is a summary of updates related to City programs and projects, responses to City Council inquiries, and events and activities of interest to the community.
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- LWV Bay Area Board Update
Submitted by The Bay Area in May 2025. on 06/26/2025 -12:00pm to1:15pm
Join Us for the Upcoming Death vs. Dollars Event on Nutrition and Its Role in Solving the Health Crisis from 12 to 1:15 pm on June 26th
We have two very special expert speakers: Professor Robert Lustig from UCSF will discuss his work on how nutrition can impact both long term physical and mental health and Santa Clara County Board President Otto Lee will present on the County's work in promoting nutrition programs and resources. Speakers will be followed by participant Q & A.
- Did you miss LWV Bay Area’s COUNCIL 2025 DAY, Saturday, May 31?
Our speakers were Supervisor Sylvia Arenas who represents District 1 on the County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors and
Dr. Rachel Gilgoff, an advisor with the California Aces Aware Initiative. Watch the video here.
- Did you miss Bay Area League Day on Regional Government: How Does It Affect You?
You can watch the recording here
We began with a keynote address by Rep. Josh Becker, continued with three panels and ended with an update on LWV Bay Area’s regional government and land use study now underway.
- Have you subscribed to the LWV Bay Area Monitor News? Get all the League regional news delivered to your email regularly here!
- If you missed the LWVBA Public Health Series, You can view the recordings here | __________________________________ | Members, Friends and Supporters, Help Us to Make Things Happen! | ___________________________ | | The Cupertino-Sunnyvale Event EBlast
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