Join us for voter registration drives, candidate forums, educational programs, and community gatherings across Newport County.
All the key dates, the full candidate forum schedule, and who's running — in one place.
Wednesday, September 30 • 4:30 – 7:30 PM (forum begins 5:30 PM) • RWU School of Law, Bruce M. Selya Appellate Courtroom, 10 Metacom Ave, Bristol
Listen to top candidates for Governor share their vision for Rhode Island — particularly on health, economic security, and civic engagement. Co-sponsored by the League of Women Voters, Women's Fund Rhode Island, Roger Williams University School of Law, and Ocean State Media. Registration is required, and attendees must be seated by 5:20 PM — late arrivals will not be admitted. The forum will also be live streamed by Ocean State Media.
Thursday, April 23 • 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM • Innovate Newport, 513 Broadway, Newport RI
Join the League for a community conversation with Secretary of State Gregg Amore and Deputy Secretary of State Rob Rock on how Rhode Island elections are conducted, current security measures, and key legislative developments including the SAVE Act and the Rhode Island Voting Rights Act, followed by an open Q&A. The Newport County Board of Canvassers will be recognized for their essential work supporting elections in the region.
Wednesday, June 10 • 4:30 PM • The Helmsway at The Pell, 425 East Main Rd, Middletown
Join us for our second Members Meet and Mingle! Connect with fellow League members over complimentary appetizers and fill out postcards encouraging passage of the Rhode Island Voting Rights Act.
Announced in advance • 5:30 PM
Regular gatherings for members and the public to discuss current issues and plan activities. Locations rotate around the areas in Newport County.
First Wednesday • 1:00 PM
The Officers and Board of Directors meet to guide League activities. Members are welcome to observe these meetings.
The League is hosting nonpartisan candidate forums across Newport County so voters can hear directly from candidates before the 2026 primary and general elections.
2026 forum schedule — times and locations announced as each forum is confirmed:
See full details and add any forum to your calendar on the Elections 2026 hub →
Interested in helping? Forum teams handle candidate invitations, question development, timekeeping, and venue coordination. Contact us to volunteer →