Board Meeting
2026-02-16 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York)
If any LWVSPA member wishes to address the board, they should email the president at president@lwvspa.org to get on the agenda and to receive meeting info (such as location or Zoom login).

** On 2/16/26 we are meeting at 6:00 pm instead of the usual 6:30 pm**

Vigil for Immigrant Justice
2026-02-15 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-08 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-01 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-25 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-18 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-11 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-04 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-28 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Pinellas County Courthouse, 14450 49th Street N, Clearwater, Florida, 33762, United States
The Pinellas/Hillsborough Interfaith Coalition, LWVSPA, and our allies host a peaceful Freedom Vigil to stand in solidarity with immigrant families and demand an end to the detention and deportation of our nonviolent, law-abiding immigrant community neighbors, siblings, and friends. These vigils shine a light on the erosion of due process and the rise of authoritarian overreach. We pray for family reunification and justice for all immigrants. Together, we affirm that justice, compassion, and the rule of law must apply to everyone—regardless of immigration status.

Details:

Sundays 4-5 pm

Pinellas County Courthouse14250 49th Street N (corner of 144 Ave N & 49th St N)Clearwater, FL 33762

Register:https://flic.fyi/727vigil

St. Pete Beach Mayor and City Commissioner Candidate Forum
2026-02-09 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | St. Pete Beach City Hall, 155 Corey Ave, St. Pete Beach, Florida, 33706, United States
Candidates for St. Pete Beach Mayor and City Commissioner for District 3 will appear at a Candidate Forum, hosted by the League of Women Voters of the St. Petersburg Area and the Pinellas Beaches Chamber of Commerce.

The Candidate Forum will provide voters with an opportunity to hear directly from candidates about the issues that matter most to the St. Pete Beach community ahead of the upcoming election, which is scheduled for March 10, 2026. Voters will be invited to submit questions both in advance of the forum and during the event. Submit questions ahead of time here.

The forum is free and open to the public. The Commissioner candidate forum is from 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., followed by the Mayoral candidate forum from 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

For more information, please email office@lwvspa.org.

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LWVSPA Program Planning
2026-02-07 10:15 - 11:45 (America/New_York) | President Barack Obama Main Library, 3745 9th Ave N, St. Petersburg, Florida, 33713, United States
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Every year, we solicit advocacy and educational issues from our members to set our “Program”, or priorities, for the next League year (May – April). This process happens during Program Planning, where teams present their issue, its importance, and their plan. Members vote on programs to be presented at our Annual Meeting.

Childcare will be available during the meeting; if you need that service, please fill out the form that appears on the RSVP confirmation page.

Madeira Beach City Commissioner Candidate Forum
2026-02-05 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Madeira Beach City Hall, 300 Municipal Dr, Madeira Beach, Florida, 33708, United States
Candidates for Madeira Beach City Commissioner District 2 will appear at a Candidate Forum, hosted by the League of Women Voters of the St. Petersburg Area and the Pinellas Beaches Chamber of Commerce.

The Candidate Forum will provide voters with an opportunity to hear directly from candidates about the issues that matter most to the Madeira Beach community ahead of the upcoming election, which is scheduled for March 10, 2026. Voters will be invited to submit questions both in advance of the forum and during the event. Submit questions ahead of time here.

The forum is free and open to the public. For more information, please email office@lwvspa.org.

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Social Justice Action Team Meeting
2026-02-05 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York)
We believe in secure equal rights and equal opportunity for all. We promote social and economic justice and the health and safety of all Americans.

The Social Justice Team invites the public to engage in and become more educated on the prescient issues of the day. We seek to expand the imagined possibilities of progress for all people and voices. We advocate safe, open-minded discussions in the community around the intersections of economics, history, politics, privilege, and race.

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Kenneth City Mayoral Candidate Forum
2026-02-03 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Kenneth City Community Hall, 4600 58th St. N., Kenneth City, Florida, 33709, United States
Candidates for Kenneth City Mayor will appear at a Candidate Forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the St. Petersburg Area.

The Candidate Forum will provide voters with an opportunity to hear directly from candidates about the issues that matter most to the Kenneth City community ahead of the upcoming election, which is scheduled for March 10, 2026. Voters will be invited to submit questions both in advance of the forum and during the event. Submit questions ahead of time here.

The forum is free and open to the public.

For more information, please email office@lwvspa.org.

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National Popular Vote Committee
2026-02-03 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-01-06 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York)
First Tuesday of each month, 5-6 pm.Join us as we talk strategy. First timers are welcome and all levels of experience are encouraged to join.

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Indian Shores Council Member Candidate Forum
2026-02-02 17:30 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Indian Shores City Hall, 19305 Gulf Blvd, Indian Shores, Florida, 33785, United States
Candidates for Indian Shores Council Member will appear at a Candidate Forum, hosted by the League of Women Voters of the St. Petersburg Area and the Pinellas Beaches Chamber of Commerce.

The Candidate Forum will provide voters with an opportunity to hear directly from candidates about the issues that matter most to the Indian Shores community ahead of the upcoming election, which is scheduled for March 10, 2026. Voters will be invited to submit questions both in advance of the forum and during the event. Submit questions ahead of time here.

A moderator will introduce the candidates and guide the discussion.

All Candidate Forums sponsored by the League of Women Voters follow a nonpartisan, unbiased, and impartial format, in keeping with League principles.

The forum is free and open to the public. The candidate meet & greet is from 5:30 – 6:00 p.m., followed by the candidate forum from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

For more information, please email office@lwvspa.org.

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Gulfport City Council Candidate Forum
2026-01-29 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Catherine A. Hickman Theater, 5501 27th Avenue South, Gulfport, Florida, 33707, United States
Candidates for the Gulfport City Council Ward I and Ward III will appear at a Candidate Forum, hosted by the League of Women Voters of the St. Petersburg Area.

The Candidate Forum will provide voters with an opportunity to hear directly from candidates about the issues that matter most to the Gulfport community ahead of the upcoming election, which is scheduled for March 10, 2026. Voters will be invited to submit questions both in advance of the forum and during the event. Submit questions ahead of time here.

The forum is free and open to the public. The Ward I forum is from 6 pm – 7 pm, followed by Ward III forum from 7 pm – 8 pm. For more information, please email office@lwvspa.org.

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Cocktails & Conversation
2026-01-27 17:30 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | The Big Catch, 1500 2nd St S, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Join the League for Cocktails & Conversation, and invite a guest or two.These happy hours are the perfect time to relax with (or without!) a drink and enjoy some great company.

We are adding an ACTION to our January 27th Cocktails & Conversation!

Join us in creating and writing VALENTINES to Florida politicians, legislators and law enforcement officials, asking them to come from a place of LOVE when they are considering their legislative, political and law enforcement duties. These promise to be really different from anything else they receive by mail, and break through the noise.

We’ll supply arts and crafts materials, paper, markers, glue sticks, scissors, messaging ideas, envelopes, addresses and postage.

You bring your energy and hands on deck. It will be fun and festive!

***UPDATE: Don’t let the weather forecast keep you from joining us at this special Cocktails & Conversation! The Big Catch at Salt Creek has great space heaters for us and we ask that you dress warmly to be comfortable in the covered — but not enclosed — dining area, with space heaters cranked up!***Knowing how many people are coming allows us and the venue to prepare properly.

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Parent Advocacy League
2026-01-26 17:00 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | St. Pete Pier Playground, 600 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, Florida, 33701, United States
The Parent Advocacy League (PAL) is a family-friendly space for parents and caregivers to connect, learn, and engage with the League of Women Voters of the St. Petersburg Area.

At our January 26 meeting, we’re excited to welcome Caprice Edmond, League member and Pinellas County School Board Chair, who will discuss public education and opportunities available for parents.

📍 St. Pete Pier Playground (picnic tables by the café)🕔 5:00–6:30 PM | Kids welcome, outdoor play encouragedBring dinner or grab food nearby. Discussion begins around 5:30 PM.

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Education Committee (With LWVNPC)
2026-01-26 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Monthly LWVNPC/LWVSPA Education Committee Meeting via Zoom. For an invitation or to attend, contact lwvnpc.info@gmail.com to receive an agenda. Open to all current LWV members only.

Roe v. Wade Anniversary Reproductive Freedom Visibility Event
2026-01-22 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Join St. Pete’s annual rally and sign-waving visibility event in downtown St. Petersburg to commemorate the anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court’s 1973 Roe v. Wade decision. Let’s raise our voices of resistance to attacks on reproductive freedom. Led by Pinellas NOW, LWVSPA is a proud co-host.We will gather at target intersections in downtown St. Pete. Pick yours on the event registration form:https://forms.gle/4CJhYGHDujXBDy6o9Bring signs, if you can. Otherwise, extras will be available.

Voter Services Committee - IN PERSON
2026-01-21 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Allendale UMC, 3803 Haines Road North, St. Petersburg, FL, 33703, United States
Join with the Voter Services Leadership Team to hear about our Voter Guide, Candidate Forums, Voter Registration, & Election and Voter Protection.

Our January meeting launches the 2026 election year. Also, a representative from Vote Riders will join us for a briefing on their services. We will meet in person at the Allendale UMC Sanctuary – please arrive by 6 pm! Feel free to bring a snack to share and a beverage. See you there!

Committee on Membership
2026-01-20 13:30 - 14:30 UTC
Contact chair, Amy Weintraub, for more teleconference link or for more info.

Communications Committee Meeting
2026-01-20 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
The LWVSPA Communications Committee meets monthly via Zoom. Email office@lwvspa.org for the link if you’d like to get involved.

LWVFL Lobby Days
2026-01-20 08:00 - 2026-01-21 17:00 (America/New_York)
Mark your calendars, League members! The League of Women Voters of Florida will be back in Tallahassee for our annual Lobby Days on January 20-21, 2026.

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Board Meeting
2026-01-19 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
If any LWVSPA member wishes to address the board, they should email the president at president@lwvspa.org to get on the agenda and to receive meeting info (such as location or Zoom login).

March With Us: MLK Jr. Day Parade
2026-01-19 10:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Join the League as we help our community celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during the MLK Dream Big Parade!

The parade route is approximately 1.5 miles and travels through the heart of Downtown St. Petersburg on 1st Avenue South. Step off will be at 11 AM sharp.

More information will be provided as we get closer to the parade.

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Social Justice Action Team Meeting
2026-01-15 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Allendale UMC, 3803 Haines Road North, St. Petersburg, FL, 33703, United States
Our January 2026 meeting is RESCHEDULED and will be in-person at Allendale UMC in the Community Center.

We believe in secure equal rights and equal opportunity for all. We promote social and economic justice and the health and safety of all Americans.

The Social Justice Team invites the public to engage in and become more educated on the prescient issues of the day. We seek to expand the imagined possibilities of progress for all people and voices. We advocate safe, open-minded discussions in the community around the intersections of economics, history, politics, privilege, and race.

Reproductive Rights Film Screening & Action Team Meeting - IN PERSON
2026-01-08 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Our January meeting will be on 1/8 (instead of 1/5).

We will be doing a group watch of the Devil is Busy. and we will also provide updates on Repro related legislation at this meeting.

We will have materials for letter writing if anyone would like to write while they watch, or take some home. See you there!

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