League of Women Voters Northfield - Cannon Falls

04/28/2026

What does journalism look like in today’s polarized climate?

Join us May 1–2 for a weekend of thoughtful conversations on media literacy, press freedom, and innovation in journalism. The conference features expert panels, student presentations, and a keynote on American politics.

📍 St. Olaf College, Buntrock Commons
🗓 May 1–2

We hope to see you there!

04/28/2026

Big changes are coming to Northfield Hospital + Clinics, do you know what they mean for you?

Join us for an evening of conversation and community:
🎤 Speaker + Q&A first, with hospital leadership and city officials
🗳 Annual Meeting to follow (members welcome to stay)

🗓 Thursday, May 7
⏰ 5:45 PM
📍 First United Church of Christ, Northfield

Come learn, ask questions, and stay informed, community conversations matter 💙🩵❤️

11/05/2025

“The Great Abdication: How American Democracy Died” Lecture by Steven Levitsky on December 8 from 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm at St. Olaf College and online, open to the public.

Steven Levitsky is the David Rockerfeller Professor of Latin American Studies and Professor of Government and Director of the David Rockefeller Center for Latin American Studies at Harvard and auth…

03/02/2025

Good info to learn on Tuesday night March 4th

Join us and our co-sponsors on Tuesday, March 4 at 7:30 pm, for an informational webinar - KNOW YOUR RIGHTS - to learn about our rights and those of our neighbors with ACLU MN! This event will take place during the "Light for Our Democracy" events happening during the President's first address to Congress.

This Know Your Rights training is to build solidarity and support the health of our democracy with people across the country. All people in the United States, regardless of immigration status, have certain rights and protections under the U.S. Constitution.

Come learn more about your rights, and how to take action in your community! More info and register at lwvmn.org/events.

02/05/2025

Interested in housing and homelessness in Rice County? There will be a presentation about trends, concerns and potential solutions from professionals working to increase affordable housing options and prevent homelessness in Rice County on Monday, Feb. 24, 6- 8 in room 236 of the Weitz Center for Creativity at Carleton College. https://www.ricecountymn.gov//Calendar.aspx?EID=1118