, Here's your November Voter

Election Hero Day honors the behind-the-scenes people who keep elections running smoothly—from maintaining voter registration databases to processing ballots, testing equipment, and guiding voters at polling places.

We are proud to say that many LWVSRQ members serve as poll workers. We are grateful for their service!

The League of Women Voters of the United States is the managing partner of Election Hero Day.

Vilia and Rhonda present a message of gratitude signed by many of our members to Paul Donnelly, Communications Director for Sarasota County Supervisor of Elections.

Your generosity puts our shared values into action – empowering voters, defending democracy and making every voice count right here in our Sarasota community.

Please consider a year-end gift to the League of Women Voters of Sarasota County

Your tax-deductible gift to our Education Fund will make an immediate impact. To ensure our vital work continues for generations to come, please remember the Sarasota League in your legacy giving.

Democracy is a journey we share. Thank you for being part of it!

In League,

Vilia and Rhonda

Joan Cash

Jill Curtis

Susan DeWyngaert

Jill Herndon

Leo Lapierre

Nancy Maloy

If you have allowed your membership to expire, this is a great time to renew!

Dorothy Murphy explains our LWVFL 2026 School Board Candidate Checklist.

Our Voter Services Team Wears Many Hats!

Make a real impact in our community! Become a certified LWVFL Voter Registration Assistant! We provide all training, materials, and a tabling partner. After logging into our website, Start here!

Contact Barbara Ryder to learn more.

Reneé Gilmore Interviews Local League Leaders on Channel 7 "Empowering Voices"

LWVSRQ Co-President Vilia Johnson and Teri Kondos, LWV Manatee urge voters to make a plan and vote early.

Vilia and Teri explain how Amendment 3 will apply to all counties if passed, but some will be hit harder by its impacts.

Thursday, November 19th 2:00pm

Patricia Price -

A Celebration of Life

Robert Toale and Sons

7545 S Tamiami Trail

Sarasota, FL 34231

"Throughout Pat’s adult life there was one constant (other than Jim of course) and that was the League of Women Voters. After Pat and her husband retired to Sarasota, Florida

in 1991, Pat resumed her near full-time dedication to the League, taking on the role

of League president, moderating political forums and co-hosting a weekly “Blab TV” show with the former mayor of Sarasota Kerry Kirschner." Read Pat's full obituary here.

"In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations be made to the League of Women Voters of Sarasota County. In remembrance of Pat, please vote in the midterms."

Honor Pat with a donation

Monday, November 23rd 4:00pm - 5:00pm via Zoom

Monthly League Update:

Get to Know Your League

This Zoom event is open to all members and is a great opportunity to learn more about our current initiatives and explore ways you can get involved.

Saturday, December 12th 11:30am - 1:30pm

Reserve Now! Don't Miss Our End of the Year Celebration!

Wednesday, November 11th 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Volunteer Appreciation Happy Hour.

Join Us and Bring a Friend!

Mellow Mushroom

6727 S Tamiami Trail

Sarasota, FL 34231

This Happy Hour event celebrates the tremendous work by our members to empower voters for the November election.

Learn more and register here!

Tuesday, November 17th 12pm - 1:30pm

These LWVSRQ meet-ups are a popular opportunity to catch up on the latest League news and enjoy camaraderie with like-minded folks. They are open to everyone; members and non-members, no matter where you live. Register in advance so we can set up properly!

101 West Venice Avenue

Venice, FL 34285

Lunch and Conversation

South County

Tuesday, November 17th

12pm - 1:30pm

Count me in!

October 20th Sarasota County School Board Report Card

The board chair unsuccessfully attempted to address the issue of legislative priorities

stating that the new board could add to them. The current board did not seek community input on the issue, once again pushing a personal agenda. No one [on the school board] responded to the comment regarding 352 books being removed from the schools.

Read the full report here.

Numbers People, We Need You!

Comfortable with basic bookkeeping and familiar with QuickBooks? We're looking for members to help with occasional treasury projects from the comfort of home, with an opportunity to join our budget committee for the coming fiscal year.

No major time commitment—just a willingness to share your skills.

Contact our Treasurer Bonnie Granatir to learn more.