League of Women Voters to celebrate anniversary of 19th amendment
Published 6:28 am Monday, January 25, 2010
The League of Women Voters is hosting a viewing of the film “Iron Jawed Angels” on Jan. 30 in the large meeting room of the Austin Public Library, in celebration of the 90th year of the signing of the 19th amendment.
That amendment gave women the right to vote.
“Iron Jawed Angels” is about two women who fought for women’s suffrage.
Feb. 1 will be “LWV Making Democracy Work Day.”
The LWV will meet with Austin Mayor Tom Stiehm at the Mower County Historical Society to sign a proclamation declaring the LWV is a non-partisan political organization that works to improve the system of government and impact public policies through education and advocacy.
The day will also commemorate the 90th anniversary of the 19th amendment and urge all Mower County residents to pay tribute to the LWV for what the group does in the community.
If you would like information about the LWV Austin Area or have a question for any of the above activities, please do not hesitate to call Julie Tufte 437-6756, Kristine Allas 433-3327, or Merlene Stiles 433-7527.
Other LWV events planned throughout this year
Feb. 2 at 7:00 p.m. — Mower County 5th District Commissioner candidate forum with Mike Ankeny and Ron Felten at the Austin City Council Chambers. The public is invited to attend and come with questions for the two candidates.
Feb. 22, at 5:30 p.m. — LWV Austin Area League meeting to discuss Iron Jawed Angels movie.
March 20th — LWV will host a Champagne Brunch honoring women at the Hormel Historic Home for anyone who would like to attend.
April — LWV is arranging a tour of the Carrie Chapman Catt house.
May — LWV will host its annual legislative update meeting with Jeanne Poppe, Dan Sparks and Robin Brown.