Serving Morristown, Morris Twp, Morris Plains, Randolph, Madison, Chatham Boro & Chatham Twp
EMPOWERING VOTERS
The League of Women Voters educates and advocates for voters, knowing that the leaders you elect make the decisions that affect YOU. The League helps you register, become informed on the candidates and issues, and to navigate the process of voting. We fight voter suppression and advocate for fair access to voting, including fair redistricting, better ballots, early voting, same day registration, vote by mail, and more.
DEFENDING DEMOCRACY
The League encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues and influences public policy through education and advocacy.
NONPARTISAN
The League is proud to be nonpartisan, neither supporting nor opposing candidates or political parties at any level of government, but always working on vital issues of concern to members and the public.
2023 Debates and Candidates Forums
UPCOMING EVENTS
Gun Violence - How It Affects Our Communities
Sep 18, 2023 at 7pm
Library of the Chathams. How gun violence impacts our communities and what local organizations are doing about it. Featuring speakers from Moms Demand Action, the League of Women Voters and March For Our Lives, with input from local police. Topics include NJ response to recent SCOTUS decision, NY Rifle & Pistol Assoc v. Bruen; impacts on children’s physical and mental health; and improving community safety and well-being. Co-sponsored by the American Association for University Women and LWV Morristown Area. Free and open to the public.
Voter Registration - Morristown High School
Sep 19, 2023 from 10:40-11:30am
Morristown High School, Morristown. We will be providing voter information and registration new voters. Volunteers needed. No experience necessary. We provide training on the job! Contact.
Dover Mayoral Debate
Sep 20, 2023 at 6:00pm
Dover Moose Lodge, 21 Sammis Ave, Dover, NJ. Our League, the Daily Record and the NAACP Morris County branch are hosting a candidates debate with 2 candidates seeking the office of mayor of Dover NJ. Candidates: James P. Dodd and Dennis Touhey. The debate will also be livestreamed and posted for viewing afterwards from our League's YouTube channel. Submit questions for the candidates by September 18 here. Contact.
Dover Board of Aldermen Debate
Sep 20, 2023 at 7:45pm
Dover Moose Lodge, 21 Sammis Ave, Dover, NJ. Our League, the Daily Record and the NAACP Morris County branch are hosting a candidates debate with 7 candidates seeking seats in Ward 1, 2, 3 and 4 for the Dover NJ Board of Aldermen. Candidates: Claudia P. Toro, Gaile Rodriguez, Sergio Rodriguez, Wendy Huron Carmona, Michael J. Scarneo, William F. Schuler, Jr.Arturo Santana, and William R. Inglis. The forum will also be livestreamed and posted for viewing afterwards from our League's YouTube channel. Submit questions for the candidates by September 18 here. Contact.
Democracy Block by Block
Sep 21, 2023 from 6 to 7:30pm
Just Jersey, 162 South St, Morristown, NJ. With voting rights and democratic institutions facing unprecedented attacks, we invite you to a people-powered movement aimed at holding our elected officials accountable, increasing civic engagement, and advancing community-centered policy reforms. Hosted by our League and the NJ League with NJ League Senior Organizer Assatta Mann addressing Same Day Registration and answering questions about the voting process and voting rights. Meet others concerned about the state of our democracy, enter the basket raffle (donated by Just Jersey), share light refreshments, Just Jersey's special sangria, and browse through the unique Jersey goods! RSVP.
Chatham Township Committee Debate
Sep 21, 2023 at 7pm
Virtual. Our League, the Chatham Courier and the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority are hosting a candidates debate with 4 candidates seeking 2 seats. Candidates: Ashley Felice, Republican; Mark Hamilton, Republican; Jen Rowland, Democrat; and Marty McHugh, Democrat. The forum will be livestreamed and posted for viewing afterwards from our League's YouTube channel. Submit questions for the candidates by September 19 here. Contact.
Voter Info and Registration
Sep 26, 2023 from 10am to 2pm
Morristown / Twp Library. We will be providing voter information and registering voters. Volunteers needed. No experience necessary. We provide training on the job! Sign up. Contact.
Voter Info and Registration - Chatham High School
Sep 26, 2023 from 11:13am to 12:07pm
Chatham HS, 255 Lafayette, Chatham. We will be providing voter information and registering young voters. Volunteers needed. No experience necessary. We provide training on the job! Contact.
Voter Info and Registration - Fairleigh Dickenson University
Sep 26, 2023 from 11:13am to 12:07pm
FDU, 285 Madison Ave, Madison, NJ. We will be providing voter information and registering young voters. Volunteers needed. No experience necessary. We provide training on the job! Contact.
Madison Council Debate
Sep 26, 2023 at 7pm
Virtual. Our League, the Madison Eagle and the NAACP, Morris County branch are hosting a candidates debate with 4 candidates seeking 2 seats. Candidates: Melissa Honohan, Republican; Michael Martinez, Republican; John Forte, Democrat; Robert Landrigan, Democrat. The forum will be livestreamed and posted for viewing afterwards from our League's YouTube channel. Submit questions for the candidates by September 24 here. Contact.
Morristown Festival on the Green
Oct 1, 2023 from Noon to 5pm
Morristown Green and South and Washington Streets, center of Morristown. Free. Entertainment for all ages, beer tent, 150+ exhibitors showcasing local businesses, restaurants, and notable community groups. Volunteer with our League or just stop by our booth. We will be providing election info and registering voters. Sign up if you can volunteer for a couple of hours. No experience needed. We provide on the job training! Contact.
"Why Vote?" Public Program and Membership Meeting
Oct 2, 2023 from 6:00- 8:30pm
Florham Park Library. Presentation at 7pm on Voting: How, why and how your dollars are spent. Socialize, network, eat, drink and catch up on voting guidance for the upcoming statewide elections. All are welcome. Free but please RSVP.
Voter Registration - Parsippany High School
Oct 3, 2023 from 10:40-11:30am
Parsippany HS, 309 Baldwin Rd, Parsippany, NJ. We will be providing voter information and registering new voters. Volunteers needed. No experience necessary. We provide training on the job! Contact.
Hanover Board of Ed Candidates Forum
Oct 3, 2023 at 7pm
Virtual. Our League, the Hanover Eagle and the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority are hosting a candidates debate with 3 out of 6 candidates seeking 3 seats. Candidates: Christian Dunne, Brian Gibbons, and Karen Mascolo. The forum will be livestreamed and posted for viewing afterwards from our League's YouTube channel. Submit questions for the candidates by October 1 here. Contact.
Parsippany Board of Ed Candidates Forum
Oct 3, 2023 at 7pm
Virtual. Our League, the Parsippany Woman's Club and the Daily Record are hosting a candidates debate with 11 out of 12 candidates seeking 3 seats. Candidates: Falgun Bakhtarwala, Balakrishna Samaga, Wendy Wright, Nicole Dellafave, Nilesh Bagsai, Lily Benavides, Deitria Smith-Snead, Timothy Berrios, Andrew Choffo, Matthew De Vitto, and Kendra Von Achen. The forum will be livestreamed and posted for viewing afterwards from our League's YouTube channel. Submit questions for the candidates by October 1 here. Contact.
Madison Bottle Hill Day
Oct 7, 2023 from 10am to 5pm
Center of Madison, Volunteer with us or just stop by our booth. Live entertainment all day, over 200 vendor booths, amusement rides, great shopping, delicious food and a Beer Garden. Free. Our League will be providing election info and registering voters. Let us know if you can volunteer for a couple of hours. No experience needed.
Voter Registration - West Morris Regional High School
Oct 10, 2023 from 10:45-11:30am
West Morris High School, 10 South Four Bridges Rd, Chester, NJ. We will be providing voter information and registering new voters. Volunteers needed. No experience necessary. We provide training on the job! Contact.
Voter Registration - County College of Morris
Oct 11, 2023 from 10:45-11:30am
CCM, Randolph, NJ. We will be providing voter information and registering young voters. Volunteers needed. No experience necessary. We provide training on the job! Contact.
LWV Morristown Area Book Group
Oct 12, 2023 at 1:00pm
All are welcome to join us any month. This month, we are selecting books for next year's reading list. Meeting is hybrid, choice of in person or virtual. Please RSVP for location or Zoom link.
Morris Board of Ed, Morristown, Candidates Forum
Oct 16, 2023 at 6:30pm
Virtual. Our League, the Morris News Bee and the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority are hosting a candidates debate with 3 candidates seeking 2 seats on the Morris School Board, representing Morristown. Candidates: Arielle Shack, Meredith Davidson, and Elisabeth Wall. The forum will be livestreamed and posted for viewing afterwards from our League's YouTube channel. Submit questions for the candidates by October 14 to online form under construction. Contact.
Morristown Council Debate
Oct 16, 2023 at 7:45pm
Virtual. Our League, the Morris News Bee and the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority are hosting a candidates debate with 2 candidates seeking 1 seat for Ward 4 on the Morristown Council. Candidates: Bruce Meringolo and Christopher Russo. The forum will be livestreamed and posted for viewing afterwards from our League's YouTube channel. Submit questions for the candidates by October 14 here. Contact.
Voter Registration Dover High School
Oct 17, 2023 from 11:30am to 1:5pm
Dover HS,Dover, NJ. We will be providing voter information and registering young voters. Volunteers needed. No experience necessary. We provide training on the job! Contact.
Voter Registration Deadline
Oct 17, 2023
To check your registration status, to change your status (e.g., mailing address) and to register, visit NJ Division of Elections.
Early Voting
Oct 28-Nov 5, 2023
Vote in-person on a machine at designated polling sites Monday-Saturday, 10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. and Sunday, 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. No appointment is necessary. For information and polling sites, visit NJ Division of Elections.
Election Day
Nov 7, 2023 from 6am to 8pm
For election information, visit NJ Division of Elections.
LWV Morristown Area Membership Meeting
Nov 13, 2023 at 7:00pm
Morris County Library. Lots to plan for the new League year. We hope to see all of you there as we're taking a membership photo for Convention. Please join us. RSVP.
LWV Morristown Area Book Group
Nov 9, 2023 at 1:00pm
All are welcome to join us any month. This month, we are reading Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus. Meeting is hybrid, choice of in person or virtual. Please RSVP for location or Zoom link.
LWV Morristown Area Book Group
Dec 4, 2023 from 6-8pm
Location TBA. This is a chance for members, friends, supporters, partners and those who represent us to get together in a relaxed social setting. We are inviting as special guests, legislators and elected officials from towns in the Morristown area. There will be no formal presentation. Please RSVP.
LWV Morristown Area Book Group
Dec 14, 2023 at 1:00pm
All are welcome to join us any month. This month, we are reading Jollof Rice and Other Revolutions by Omolola Ijeoma Ogunyemi. Meeting is hybrid, choice of in person or virtual. Please RSVP for location or Zoom link.
LWV Morristown Area Book Group
Jan 11, 2024 at 1:00pm
All are welcome to join us any month. This month, we are reading Wingwalkers by Taylor Brown. Meeting is hybrid, choice of in person or virtual. Please RSVP for location or Zoom link.
LWV Morristown Area Book Group
Feb 8, 2024 at 1:00pm
All are welcome to join us any month. This month, we are reading The Orphan Keeper by Camron Steve Wright. Meeting is hybrid, choice of in person or virtual. Please RSVP for location or Zoom link.