Evening with the League

The League is starting a new series of in person events called “Evening with the League” to highlight issues of concern to the community. Members and nonmembers are welcome! Bring a family member and/or friend for an evening of education and community interaction.

These evenings will include socializing followed by presentations by guest speakers and audience discussion. Locations may vary but will be included in the Events Calendar once confirmed. All monthly events will be hosted by our Action Teams and will focus on one of the League’s top priorities. Registration is free.

Confirmed Topics:  

• 6/23/2026 - "Surging Demand for Data Centers - Community Impact in Mecklenburg County" - Charlotte Observer journalists Catherine Muccigrosso and Caitlin McGlade, will speak about data center impact in our area.

 

Topics Covered In Prior Events: 

• (3/5/2026) - "Champions of Public Education: It's Everybody's Business",
• (3/9/2026) - "Our Trespasses: White Churches and the Taking of American Neighborhoods." discussion with Greg Jerrell.
• (2/14/2026) - Trouble So Hard - Songs and Stories of Slavery, Freedom and Civil Rights.
• Women’s Healthcare and Reproductive Rights – Impact of Federal Legislation on Local Access to Necessary Healthcare for Women
• Voter Services – The Public Transportation Sales Tax Referendum on the November Ballot – Implications for Mecklenburg County
• New Voting Laws in North Carolina - presenter: Melissa Kromm, Director of North
  Carolina for the People