Calendar of Events

League of Women Voters^®
of Montgomery County

We sponsor meetings and events for the public and League members

Date	Time	Place	Description
Saturday, June 4, 2011	1:00 - 4:00 p.m.	Montgomery County South Regional Libary 2010 Lake Robbins Drive The Woodlands, TX 77380	LWV - Texas Summer Session. Meet with representatives of the State League to learn about methods to re-energize our local league and to reach out to new members. Emphasis will be on engaging younger members - high school/college/young professionals. This will be a great opportunity to network with other area leagues, who will be invited to attend as well.
Monday, July 25, 2011	6:30pm	La Trattoria Tuscano 4223 Research Forest Drive The Woodlands, TX 77381	Explore the SJRA Surface Water Plan. Dive into a new membership year with LWV-MoCo and learn about the Lake Conroe surface water program that San Jacinto River Authority is offering in order to achieve mandated reductions in groundwater usage. Guest speaker: Jace Houston, Deputy General Manager - Administration, San Jacinto River Authority As always, order what you want and pay for what you order. League of Women Voters of Montgomery County
Monday, August 22, 2011	6:30pm	La Trattoria Tuscano 4223 Research Forest Drive The Woodlands, TX 77381	Should Water be a Commodity?. We will study the Texas LWV proposal: "Should Water be a Commodity?" Members will discuss and form a consensus on the issue. All are welcome to the meeting so bring a friend. However, only current LWV-MoCo members will be able to participate in consensus. Also, we will celebrate Women's Equality Day with a complimentary CAKE! - Order what you want and pay for what your order. Prepare for meeting by clicking on the two links below: WATER STUDY QUESTIONS http://www.lwvtexas.org/Facts%20and%20Issues/Facts%20and%20Issues%20-%20Should%20Water%20be%20a%20Commodity.pdf
Monday, September 26, 2011	6:30pm	La Trattoria Tuscano 4223 Research Forest Dr. The Woodlands, TX 77381	Don Norrell: The Woodland's Governance Planning Process. Mr. Norrell will be providing an overview of the governance process, discuss where we're going and key decision points among other aspects.This will be a great opportunity to learn about local governance. See you Monday, Sept. 26 at 6:30 pm at La Trattoria Tuscano 4223 Research Forest Drive The Woodlands, TX 77381 Order what you want and pay for what your order. PLEASE RSVP to league@lwv-moco.org
Monday, October 24, 2011	6:30pm	La Trattoria Tuscano 4223 Research Forest Drive The Woodlands, TX 77381	Nonpartisanship- Today & Tomorrow. Speaker: Carolyn J. Davis, PhD. Political Science Professor Lone Star College North Harris Monday, October 24, 2011 Professor Davis will be providing us with context for nonpartisanship today and tomorrow. She'll talk to us about partisanship and elections in the past and today, and what this country will need to think about in order to move toward a nonpartisanship agenda going forward. This topic is front and center to our League's mission, so make sure to mark your calendars and attend this informative and insightful presentation. See you Monday, October 24 at 6:30 pm at La Trattoria Tuscano 4223 Research Forest Drive The Woodlands, TX 77381 (southwest corner of Research Forest Drive and Technology Forest Place) Order what you want and pay for what your order. PLEASE RSVP to league@lwv-moco.org
Monday, November 14, 2011	6:30pm	4223 Research Forest Drive The Woodlands, TX 77381	LWV Nov. 14 Meeting: 82nd Texas Legislature Update. Join us for an Update from the 82nd Texas Legislature Speaker: Senator Tommy Williams Date: November 14, 2011, 6:30mpm* Note: this replaces our regular 4th Monday meeting in November As you know, the 82nd Texas Legislature session was held this year. Legislation touched upon a wide range of topics -- juvenile justice, public education, campaign finance reform, election laws and voting rights, open government, redistricting, healthcare, transportation, natural resources. We look forward to this update, in part, as a way to continue the dialogue about what Texas needs now and for the future. This is another great opportunity for local community discussions and we encourage you to attend this unique chance to hear from our very own Senator Tommy Williams. See you Monday, November 14 at 6:30 pm at La Trattoria Tuscano 4223 Research Forest Drive The Woodlands, TX 77381 (southwest corner of Research Forest Drive and Technology Forest Place) Order what you want and pay for what your order. PLEASE RSVP to league@lwv-moco.org
Sunday, January 8, 2012	4-8pm	See your LWV Mo Co email for details	Kick off the new Year with LWV-MoCo. Our next gathering will be a party on January 8, 2012 to kick off the new year so please save the date! Peggy Hausman has graciously offered to host the party at her home. The League will provide entrée and mimosas. Appetizers, side dishes, dessert, etc., are potluck and you'll be contacted to see what culinary delights or refreshments you'd like to bring. There will be door prizes too, and I hear Peggy has a couple of large TV screens for you sports enthusiasts. We will also be asking for donations to help offset League costs and support future activities. Who: Members and Significant Others When: January 8, 2012, Sunday, 4:00pm - 8:00pm Where: Peggy Hausman's home (see email invitation for address)
Monday, January 23, 2012	6:30pm	La Trattoria Tuscano 4223 Research Forest Drive The Woodlands, TX 77381	LWV - Jan. 23: Privatization Of Government - Prof. Edwards. Join us for a lively discussion focused on LWVUS' "Privatization of Government Services, Assets and Functions" study. Our guest speaker, Professor Lauren Edwards, will provide her perspective and share her thoughts about key policy issues along with the pros and cons of privatization. The topic is important since it looks at parameters and issues in connection with proposals to transfer federal, state or local government services, assets and functions to the private sector. For more information about the LWVUS' study, please visit: http://www.lwv.org/member-resources/privatization. ... See you Monday, January 23 at 6:30 pm at La Trattoria Tuscano 4223 Research Forest Drive The Woodlands, TX 77381 Order what you want and pay for what your order. PLEASE RSVP to league@lwv-moco.org
Monday, February 27, 2012	6:30pm	La Trattoria Tuscano 4223 Research Forest Drive The Woodlands, TX 77381	LWV - Feb. 27 - Panel: Voter Qualification Requirements. Our February meeting features a panel discussion of the revised Texas voter qualification requirements passed as Senate Bill 14 (SB14). If approved by the DOJ, Texas voters will be required to present a government-issued photo ID in order to be qualified to vote at a polling place. The panel will present a historical perspective, discuss the League's U.S. and Texas stated positions, their experiences as election workers and the impact of the proposed photo ID requirement. Please join us Monday, February 27 at 6:30 pm at La Trattoria Tuscano 4223 Research Forest Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77381. Order what you want and pay for what your order. PLEASE RSVP to league@lwv-moco.org.

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