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The League of Women Voters of the Palatine, Barrington and Schaumburg Areas
encourages informed and active participation in government, and works to influence public policy through education and advocacy. Membership is open to all persons sixteen years of age and older.

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Attend the LWVPA Day of Action and learn about pollwatching. Gail Weisberg, formerly  of  the Cook County Clerk's Office as Supervisor of Early Voting and LWV Member of the Evanston League, will walk us through the how, where, and when of this important election activity.

If you’ve ever wondered whether pollwatching is right for you, this is the perfect opportunity to learn more. After attending this session, you will be certified and eligible to apply to observe at polling places.  We’ll also have the necessary forms available so you can request specific dates and locations right on the spot.

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Join LWVPA Book Club Facilitators Marilyn McCarty-Fulton, Lana Brozik and Mary Pat Fontana

for a discussion of

The Calamity Club

  By Kathryn Stockett

 

Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 11:00 AM

810 Entertainment (formerly Pinstripes) at the Arboretum in South Barrington


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League of Women Voters of Illinois
Program Videos

Watch videos covering current topics from the LWVIL including the recent Issues Briefing event and the 2025 SCOTUS recap.

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IMMIGRATION
LWV position on immigration: The League believes that immigration policies should promote reunification of immediate families; meet the economic, business and employment needs of the United States; and be responsive to those facing political persecution or humanitarian crises.

Click HERE for resources that may be of interest to people in our community.

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In a typical year, LWV of the Palatine Area:

  • Sponsors or co-sponsors candidate forums
  • Holds voter registration drives in a wide variety of locations
  • Hosts or co-hosts public programs related to the environment, voting, immigration, criminal justice, election issues and other important topics
  • Hosts books discussions, field trips and social events
  • Works to improve our democracy by contacting legislators, writing postcards and letters, and joining rallies


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The League of Women Voters of the Palatine, Barrington, and Schaumburg Areas is a nonpartisan political organization and does not support any political party or candidate.