Make a plan to vote on Tuesday, AUGUST 5

Polls are open from 7 AM to 8 PM. As long as voters are in line by 8 p.m., the polls must remain open for them to vote.

Want to check out what is on your ballot? Go to Vote411.org.

Not registered yet? No problem. Visit your city or township clerk to register before or on Election Day. (Be sure to bring proof of residency!)

Still hanging on to that Absentee ballot? Absentee ballots must be received by a voter’s city or township clerk by 8 p.m. on Election Day to be counted. If you changed your mind and want to vote in person instead, bring the unused absentee ballot to your polling place so it can be accounted for.

Your board will meet to make plans to empower voters and protect democracy during our next program year!

The League of Women Voters of Manistee County is pleased to announce the theme of this year’s Annual Meeting and Dinner……..FARMING.  Our guest speaker,  Mark Yonkman, will talk about the role of farmers in the supply chain, from farm to table.  We will also have a chance to pay tribute to Nancy Behring, who is stepping down as LWV President.  Join us for good food, lively conversation, an informative speaker, and an all-around fun evening. 

Here’s the schedule:

• 5-6 pm LWV Business Meeting and Tribute to Nancy Behring

• 6-6:45 pm Dinner

• 7 pm Keynote Speaker – Mark Yonkman

Click HERE for information about how to register to attend our Annual Meeting. If you have any questions, please contact us at manisteelwv@gmail.com

Make a plan to vote on Tuesday, MAY 6

Polls are open from 7 AM to 8 PM. As long as voters are in line by 8 p.m., the polls must remain open for them to vote.

Want to check out what is on your ballot? Go to Vote411.org.

Not registered yet? No problem. Visit your city or township clerk to register before or on Election Day. (Be sure to bring proof of residency!)

Still hanging on to that Absentee ballot? Absentee ballots must be received by a voter’s city or township clerk by 8 p.m. on Election Day to be counted. If you changed your mind and want to vote in person instead, bring the unused absentee ballot to your polling place so it can be accounted for.

The next Pictionary Olympics will take place on May 2, 2025 at 7 PM at the Blue Fish Kitchen + Bar. Click HERE for an entry form. If you have any questions contact us at manisteelwv@gmail.com

Pictionary Olympics is one of the League of Women Voters Manistee County’s favorite community events! Numerous four-person groups, many representing area businesses, and organizations compete to win the coveted top trophy. Each person is given a secret word, known only to themselves and the audience, and has to draw it for the rest of the team. The other three people on their team have a minute to guess the correct word. Some teams come dressed in matching tee shirts or theme-dressed outfits. Everyone comes ready for fun!

All proceeds from this event go to sponsor our mission to educate voters, improve voter participation, and strengthen our democracy.

Please join us at WSCC Manistee for a program about Immigration.

Details TBD

Please join us at WSCC Manistee to reach a consensus about our position on the Federal Judiciary.

At the LWVUS Convention in June 2024, Leagues overwhelmingly agreed to conduct a new national study on the Federal Judiciary.  Work has already commenced with the appointment of a committee of 7 women from various Leagues across the nation.  The committee will provide local Leagues with an overview of the study timeline, the scope, and materials.  Each League will complete the study in the early part of 2025 and reach a consensus which will be shared with National League.  LWVUS will compile the results and form a position statement which will be announced in June of 2025.

Details TBD

Today, the League of Women Voters of the United States celebrates 105 years of empowering voters and defending democracy!

Founded by suffragists on February 14, 1920, the League was established six months before the 19th Amendment was finally ratified.

Please join us at WSCC Manistee to learn more about the Federal Judiciary (including the Supreme Court)

At the LWVUS Convention in June 2024, Leagues overwhelmingly agreed to conduct a new national study on the Federal Judiciary.  Work has already commenced with the appointment of a committee of 7 women from various Leagues across the nation.  The committee will provide local Leagues with an overview of the study timeline, the scope, and materials.  Each League will complete the study in the early part of 2025 and reach a consensus which will be shared with National League.  LWVUS will compile the results and form a position statement which will be announced in June of 2025.

Details TBD

Our annual "New Beginnings" party.  It will be held on Friday, January 18, 2025 from 5:00-7:00 pm at the lovely home of John and Sarah Helge.  They hosted us last year and it was a night to remember!  Sarah has also graciously offered to provide the food this year, so we don't even have to cook.  The board decided to have everyone chip in $5 per person to help defray the cost.

So just bring your $5, your spouse or significant other, a friend or neighbor, a prospective member, and a piece of good news to share.  

Contact Nancy Behring for more information including directions.

Details TBD

Please join us at WSCC Manistee or via Zoom for a presentation about book banning by Julie Cirrone, Head Librarian for Manistee County. This presentation is free and open to the public.                                                                                            

Make a plan to vote on Tuesday, NOVEMBER 5

Polls are open from 7 AM to 8 PM. As long as voters are in line by 8 PM, the polls must remain open for them to vote.

Want to check out what is on your ballot? Go to Vote411.org.

Not registered yet? No problem. Visit your city or township clerk to register before or on Election Day. (Be sure to bring proof of residency!)

Still hanging on to that Absentee ballot? Absentee ballots must be received by a voter’s city or township clerk by 8 PM on Election Day to be counted. If you changed your mind and want to vote in person instead, bring the unused absentee ballot to your polling place so it can be accounted for.

West Shore Community College professor Mike Nagle will join us to talk about the Presidential Elections and the Electoral College. We hope you will join us for this informative program either at WSCC Manistee or via Zoom. This program is free and open to the public.

Candidates for the Manistee County Register of Deeds will join us on Zoom for an online forum. The forum will live-streamed on our YouTube channel at 7 PM on Tuesday, October 8. https://www.youtube.com/@lwvmanisteecounty

Recordings of the forum will remain up on our Facebook page, YouTube channel, and website until election day for anyone who wants to learn more about the candidates for this position.

We will kick off our program year with an in-person social gathering at LWV Manistee Board member, Jan Sapak’s house. This will be an opportunity to re-connect, meet our new members, and discuss our plans for the upcoming year. Contact Nancy Behring for more information and directions

National Voter Registration Day is a nonpartisan civic holiday in the U.S. creating broad awareness of voter registration opportunities and celebrating democracy. Look for your League members out and about in Manistee County today talking to concerned citizens about voting!

The board of the LWV Manistee will meet at Amigos in Onekama. Contact President Nancy Behring for more information.

Make a plan to vote on Tuesday, AUGUST 6

Polls are open from 7 AM to 8 PM. As long as voters are in line by 8 p.m., the polls must remain open for them to vote.

Want to check out what is on your ballot? Go to Vote411.org.

Not registered yet? No problem. Visit your city or township clerk to register before or on Election Day. (Be sure to bring proof of residency!)

Still hanging on to that Absentee ballot? Absentee ballots must be received by a voter’s city or township clerk by 8 p.m. on Election Day to be counted. If you changed your mind and want to vote in person instead, bring the unused absentee ballot to your polling place so it can be accounted for.

On Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at 7PM, the League of Women Voters Manistee County will host a candidate forum at the Farr Center in Onekama.

This forum will highlight four candidates running for two open seats for Onekama Township Trustee: David Gleason, Matthew Kieffer, Patrick Murphy and Cindy Wangbichler.

This forum is free and open to the public.

Please join us for an opportunity to see/meet candidates in person and learn their positions on issues that concern everyone.

The League of Women Voters of Michigan is hosting a Zoom Observer Corp Training for Board of Canvassers Observers. Contact LWV Manistee County President, Nancy Behring, if you are interested in volunteering as a Board of Canvassers Observer.

What: Zoom Observer Corp Training for Board of Canvassers Observation

When: Monday, July 22, 2024, 7:00 PM until 8:00 PM

Category: LWVMI Event

Registration is required: Zoom Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYrd-qupjguHNGzl2HFnwRdvK4wO3ZDmKzk#/registration

The board will meet at P & L Sammich in Manistee for their July meeting.

Board meetings are open to anyone who would like to attend. Please contact President, Nancy Behring for more information.

Pictionary Olympics is one of the League of Women Voters Manistee County’s favorite community events! Numerous four-person groups, many representing area businesses, and organizations compete to win the coveted top trophy. Each person is given a secret word, known only to themselves and the audience, and has to draw it for the rest of the team. The other three people on their team have a minute to guess the correct word. Some teams come dressed in matching tee shirts or theme-dressed outfits. Everyone comes ready for fun!

Join us at the Blue Fish Kitchen+Bar on April 26 at 7 PM.

All proceeds from this event go to sponsor our mission to educate voters, improve voter participation, and strengthen our democracy.

Contact us at manisteelwv@gmail.com to find out more!

Today marks 54 years of celebrating Earth Day, a day meant to inspire all Americans to celebrate the living organisms that make up the environment around us and generate action to protect the planet.

Since the founding of the League, we have been focused on protecting the environment and we continue to do important work in this area. The League was at the forefront of efforts to protect air, land, and water resources in the 1960s and 1970s when the move to create Earth Day began.  

The creation of Earth Day in 1970 brought together leaders from all political parties, economic backgrounds, communities, and interests. It also led to the creation of landmark legislation like the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and the Endangered Species Act. These laws have protected the public health of millions of Americans by setting standards to keep our air and water clean, and are now used in the fight against climate change and the human impact on our changing world.