League of Women Voters Minneapolis

06/19/2026

We join and our sister Leagues across the state of Minnesota to commemorate Juneteenth on June 19. 💚❤️💛

Juneteenth is the oldest nationally recognized celebration of the end of slavery in the United States. Juneteenth marks the day in 1865 when enslaved people in Texas finally learned they were free, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued. It is a day to reflect on our nation's history, celebrate the resilience and achievement of African Americans, and recommit ourselves to the ongoing work of building a more equitable democracy.

is sponsoring the Humanities Center's Juneteenth celebrations. These community events bring people together to learn, reflect, and honor the history and significance of Juneteenth through storytelling, art, cultural experiences, and meaningful conversations.

We recognize that understanding our shared history strengthens our ability to create a more inclusive future. We encourage our community to take time this Juneteenth to learn, participate in community celebrations, and reflect on the importance of freedom, civic participation, and equal access to our democracy.

06/18/2026

Our voter registration team will be onsite at ***rmunitymn on Sat, June 20th from 1-5pm as part of Quiet Riot: A Calm Celebration of Loud Identities️‍🌈️‍🎧🗳

This all-day Pride celebration has an accessible, sensory-friendly twist.

Quiet Riot is a unique Pride event centering q***r joy, rest, and resistance through calm connection. Designed especially for neurodivergent and sensory-sensitive folks—but open to all—this event reimagines what celebration can look like. Expect silent disco vibes, cozy corners, collaborative art, yummy snacks, and a whole lot of q***r magic—with none of the overwhelming noise. Whether you’re coming to ground, create, move, or connect, Quiet Riot offers a space to be fully and loudly yourself, without having to raise your voice.

06/17/2026

🗳The Minnesota primary election is August 11th!

The Primary is important because it gives voters the chance to determine who will be on the ballot for the general election November 3rd. There are both partisan and nonpartisan offices on a primary ballot.

✔Partisan offices (state & federal offices) will be organized in four columns on the front of your primary ballot. Each candidate will list their political party next to their name. When you vote, you will need to pick a column (party) and "stay in your lane" as you vote down the column for candidates of the same political party. ‼ If you vote for candidates from multiple political parties on your primary ballot, your votes will NOT be counted - so don't do that! ‼

✔Nonpartisan offices (county attorney, school board) do not list a party and you can vote for any candidate. Whomever gets the most votes will be on the November general ballot.

Remember: Primary elections are important and early voting for the primary begins on June 26th!

🤘Thank you to the Minnesota Secretary of State for this handy flyer!

06/17/2026

For people who wish to learn more about the Effective Law Enforcement For All (ELEFA) Minneapolis Independent Evaluator team, process and milestones...

You are invited to a community meeting!

🗓️ June 24th, 5:30-8:30 pm
📍 at Brian Coyle Community Center, 420 15th Ave S

This event is free, open to the public and a meal will be served over the dinner hour.

Learn more: https://ele4a.org/minneapolis-news/
City of Minneapolis Government

06/16/2026

The midterms are coming, the midterms are coming! It's never too early to make a plan to vote. But first, the Primary ☕

🗓️ A few key dates for the Primary on August 11th

⭐June 26th EARLY VOTING BEGINS for the Primary
⭐July 21st deadline to register in advance of the Primary
⭐August 11 PRIMARY Election

👉Remember: you can still register early at any election site or on election day!

🤘Primary Pro Tip: you don't have to declare a political party, but on your ballot you will need to 'stay in your lane' and choose to vote for one party in any partisan races.

Learn more about voting and elections: https://lwvmpls.org/voting-elections/

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06/12/2026

Celebrate Freedom. Celebrate Juneteenth! 🖤Also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, Juneteenth is one of two freedom celebrations held throughout the United States; the other is the Fourth of July.

Our volunteers will be there to help people register to vote and to help answer any questions you may have related to elections and voting in Minneapolis. See you there on Saturday at Bethune Park!
❤️June 13, 2026
💚Bethune Park, 900 Humboldt Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55411
💛noon - 6pm

Learn more about Juneteenth's history: https://www.mnhs.org/juneteenth/sources

The annual 2026 Minneapolis Juneteenth Celebrating Freedom Day at Bethune Park is this Saturday, June 13! This event is free and open to the public.

📅June 13
🕐 12-6 pm
📍Bethune Park (1304 N. 10th Ave)

Join us in celebrating this day of freedom with food, music, entertainment, bingo, pop-up parks, games and more! This year’s headliner is Minneapolis’ own Cameron Wright, who was recently seen on NBC’s The Voice, alongside a host of other local musicians and entertainers.

We are grateful to receive support for this event from the Minnesota Council for Minnesotans of African Heritage.

Additional Juneteenth events will be held at neighborhood parks and rec centers throughout the city. See the full list when you search "Juneteenth" at https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/mplsparkandrec/home

06/10/2026

Let this be your reminder of a few key dates leading up to the midterms in Minnesota. 💜

📅June 26: Early voting begins for the Primary.
📅July 21: Deadline to register in advance for the Primary.
🗳 AUG 11: PRIMARY

📅Sept 18: Early voting begins for the General Election.
📅Oct 13: Deadline to register in advance of General Election.
🗳NOV 3: ELECTION

⭐⭐You CAN still register at an early voting site or on
election day(s)!⭐⭐

https://lwvmpls.org/voting-elections/

Image credit: Leadingwomen

06/10/2026

At LWV, we support mothers and fathers! If you happen to be around Minnehaha Falls this evening (6/10, 5-7pm) at the Wabun Park, stop by the Salute to Fathers Picnic for games, food and get yourself registered to vote!

Our volunteers are happy to help answer your questions and get you election ready for the Primary on August 11, and the General Election on November 3!

Volunteer with us at the family-friendly outdoor event A Salute to Fathers Picnic on Wednesday, June 10, 5-7 p.m. at Wabun Picnic Area in Minneapolis. Roles include welcoming guests, hosting games and activities and food service. Sign up and be part of something special: https://bit.ly/436Kbxy