The League of Women Voters of Catawba Valley is hosting the Catawba County Board of Elections Officials' Public Forum, moderated by Former Superior Court Judge Timothy S. Kincaid. The NC State Board of Elections is looking to change some rules about Absentee Voting, Photo IDs, Recounting Ballots, and Voting Sites.

Gather and continue to get to know one another, building relationships within our growing group. Feel free to invite friends, family, or neighbors to join. This is not just for members. We will grab a few tables for those who may attend. Feel free to bring a snack or pick up a Poke bowl at Ono Poke. Leashed pets are welcome as well. For more information about the venue, visit their website.

Please join us! This event is open to members, nonmembers, and especially the member-curious!!

“The Ongoing Fight for Freedom: Stories of NC Black Veterans” is a one-man presentation and performance that honors Black freedom fighters and veterans with North Carolina connections who have struggled for freedom, liberty, and equality for more than 400 years. Their sacrifices, resistance, and resilience have contributed to American democracy, even as they were denied full citizenship rights. By listening to their stories in this production, we can gain a deeper understanding of our nation’s founding ideals and draw hope to continue the work of making those ideals a reality for all, together.

The show was written and is performed by Dr. Sonny Kelly, founder of Legacy Heirs Productions. The play’s development was commissioned and funded by the NC Department of Natural & Cultural Resources’ America 250 NC initiative and produced by Carolina K-12 at Carolina Public Humanities, UNC-Chapel Hill.

Our local Town Halls and City Council meetings generally take place the first Monday of the month in Morganton, Connelly Springs, Drexel, Glen Alpine, Hildebran, Rutherford College, Valdese. We encourage our community to attend and seek opportunities to build greater civic awareness among our membership and community. Further supporting our robust democracy in Burke County.

With midterm elections around the corner, understanding how our democracy works is important for all citizens. Join us for our next Civics Conversation with Judges Bob & Jimmy. This time, we plan to focus on the state level. Bring your questions. 

Non-partisan, all are welcome!

Join us for our monthly Member Meeting! We'll check in with our Working Groups, discuss recent events affecting our world, and review upcoming opportunities. Everyone is welcome, even if you’ve never attended any of our meetings before. Learn what we’ve been working on, discover ways to get involved, and share your questions, suggestions, and ideas. And don't forget to bring a friend!

The meeting will start at 6:15 pm and conclude at 7:30 pm. Doors will open a few minutes before 6:00 pm. Pen and paper are always good to have on hand, and feel free to bring your own beverage. Quick set-up and break-down, volunteers are always welcome!

Our local Town Halls and City Council meetings generally take place the first Monday of the month in Morganton, Connelly Springs, Drexel, Glen Alpine, Hildebran, Rutherford College, Valdese. We encourage our community to attend and seek opportunities to build greater civic awareness among our membership and community. Further supporting our robust democracy in Burke County.

The daily barrage of news has us on edge, and we find ourselves wanting to fight back more and more. To make our voices heard, to peacefully protest, and to let our community and our government know we’re not going to take it anymore!

Our goal is simple: amplify our voices, increase our presence in the community, and show that Burke County stands for justice and democracy.

• Bring a Friend: Strength is in numbers! These are short, high-energy demonstrations designed to be accessible and impactful.

• Pro-Tip for Signs: Keep it short and bold. Drivers and passersby only have a few seconds to read your message. Think: "Liberty & Justice for ALL," "Defend Democracy," or "Neighbors Supporting Neighbors."

• A Note on Messaging: In keeping with our values, we ask that all signs and chants remain respectful. No vulgarity. We want our message to be heard by everyone, and staying focused on our positive, principled goals is the best way to do that.

• Safety First: To ensure everyone feels supported, each demonstration will have at least one designated Safety Captain on-site. They are there to help manage the flow of the event and keep our gathering peaceful and organized.

Know When and Where: Keep an eye on your email and our social media pages. Since these are "Pop-Ups," the locations will rotate to reach different parts of our county!

Join us for our monthly Member Meeting! We'll check in with our Working Groups, discuss recent events affecting our world, and review upcoming opportunities. Everyone is welcome, even if you’ve never attended any of our meetings before. Learn what we’ve been working on, discover ways to get involved, and share your questions, suggestions, and ideas. And don't forget to bring a friend!

The meeting will start at 6:15 pm and conclude at 7:30 pm. Doors will open a few minutes before 6:00 pm. Pen and paper are always good to have on hand, and feel free to bring your own beverage. Quick set-up and break-down, volunteers are always welcome!

Gather and continue to get to know one another, building relationships within our growing group. Feel free to invite friends, family, or neighbors to join. This is not just for members. Silver Fork is pulling picnic tables together and roping them off for us, though you may also want to bring your own chair. We are still investigating a food truck option, but you can also bring your own picnic fare or snack, or purchase cheese, meats, and crackers in the Tasting Room. Leashed pets are welcome as well. For more information about the venue, visit their website.

Please join us! This event is open to members, nonmembers, and especially the member-curious!!

The daily barrage of news has us on edge, and we find ourselves wanting to fight back more and more. To make our voices heard, to peacefully protest, and to let our community and our government know we’re not going to take it anymore!

Our goal is simple: amplify our voices, increase our presence in the community, and show that Burke County stands for justice and democracy.

• Bring a Friend: Strength is in numbers! These are short, high-energy demonstrations designed to be accessible and impactful.

• Pro-Tip for Signs: Keep it short and bold. Drivers and passersby only have a few seconds to read your message. Think: "Liberty & Justice for ALL," "Defend Democracy," or "Neighbors Supporting Neighbors."

• A Note on Messaging: In keeping with our values, we ask that all signs and chants remain respectful. No vulgarity. We want our message to be heard by everyone, and staying focused on our positive, principled goals is the best way to do that.

• Safety First: To ensure everyone feels supported, each demonstration will have at least one designated Safety Captain on-site. They are there to help manage the flow of the event and keep our gathering peaceful and organized.

Know When and Where: Keep an eye on your email and our social media pages. Since these are "Pop-Ups," the locations will rotate to reach different parts of our county!

Our local Town Halls and City Council meetings generally take place the first Monday of the month in Morganton, Connelly Springs, Drexel, Glen Alpine, Hildebran, Rutherford College, Valdese. We encourage our community to attend and seek opportunities to build greater civic awareness among our membership and community. Further supporting our robust democracy in Burke County.

In 2025, millions of Americans came together in nonviolent protest to oppose the growing authoritarian actions of the Trump administration and affirm that this nation belongs to its people, not to kings. Since then, people have continued to rise up nonviolently against the Trump administration’s ongoing brutality and abuses of power, including the latest escalation in Minnesota.

Join us as we make posters in preparation for No Kings III: Make Joyful Noise event.
We will have poster board, markers, letter stencils, etc. We look forward to seeing you there!

Join us as we make posters in preparation for No Kings III: Make Joyful Noise event.
We will have poster board, markers, letter stencils, etc. We look forward to seeing you there!

Join us for our monthly Member Meeting! We'll check in with our Working Groups, discuss recent events affecting our world, and review upcoming opportunities. Everyone is welcome, even if you’ve never attended any of our meetings before. Learn what we’ve been working on, discover ways to get involved, and share your questions, suggestions, and ideas. And don't forget to bring a friend!

The meeting will start at 6:15 pm and conclude at 7:30 pm. Doors will open a few minutes before 6:00 pm. Pen and paper are always good to have on hand, and feel free to bring your own beverage. Quick set-up and break-down, volunteers are always welcome!

This 90-minute workshop is for people who want to stay steady and think clearly when situations get tense, confusing, or emotionally charged. Whether you’re dealing with difficult conversations, uncertainty, strong opinions, or moments that test your patience, this session focuses on practical skills that help you keep your footing.

Rather than debating issues or replaying stressful scenarios, we’ll work on inner skills that matter across many parts of life: noticing when stress is starting to take over, staying present with strong reactions without acting on them right away, and becoming less easily pulled into other people’s emotions or behavior. The aim is not to suppress feelings, but to create enough internal space to respond deliberately instead of automatically.

There is no role-play and no discussion of specific conflicts. You’re welcome to participate actively or simply listen. This is not therapy or action training. It’s a practical session focused on building calm clear-headedness you can draw on in everyday situations — at work, in community life, and at home.

The daily barrage of news has us on edge, and we find ourselves wanting to fight back more and more. To make our voices heard, to peacefully protest, and to let our community and our government know we’re not going to take it anymore!

Our goal is simple: amplify our voices, increase our presence in the community, and show that Burke County stands for justice and democracy.

• Bring a Friend: Strength is in numbers! These are short, high-energy demonstrations designed to be accessible and impactful.

• Pro-Tip for Signs: Keep it short and bold. Drivers and passersby only have a few seconds to read your message. Think: "Liberty & Justice for ALL," "Defend Democracy," or "Neighbors Supporting Neighbors."

• A Note on Messaging: In keeping with our values, we ask that all signs and chants remain respectful. No vulgarity. We want our message to be heard by everyone, and staying focused on our positive, principled goals is the best way to do that.

• Safety First: To ensure everyone feels supported, each demonstration will have at least one designated Safety Captain on-site. They are there to help manage the flow of the event and keep our gathering peaceful and organized.

Know When and Where: Keep an eye on your email and our social media pages. Since these are "Pop-Ups," the locations will rotate to reach different parts of our county!

Polling Sites open at 6:30 am and close at 7:30 pm. Any voter in line at their assigned polling place at 7:30 pm will be able to vote. Registered voters can find their polling place and same ballot here: Voter Search.

Our local Town Halls and City Council meetings generally take place the first Monday of the month in Morganton, Connelly Springs, Drexel, Glen Alpine, Hildebran, Rutherford College, Valdese. We encourage our community to attend and seek opportunities to build greater civic awareness among our membership and community. Further supporting our robust democracy in Burke County.

The in-person early voting period for the March 2026 primary election is Thursday, Feb 12, 2026, until 3 pm Saturday, Feb 28, 2026. The March 2026 primary election is Tuesday, Mar 3, 2026.

Once available, you can find early voting sites and schedules in your county here: Early Voting Site Search. Locations and voting hours will also be available here: Early Voting Sites. Find information about the 2026 primary election at Upcoming Election and details about early voting at Vote Early in Person.

Burke County Early Voting Sites:

• Burke Co Board of Elections Office – 2128 S Sterling Street, Suite 100, Morganton

• Burke Co Library / Senior Center – 101 Old NC 10W, Hildebran

• Glen Alpine Town Hall – 103 Pitts Street, Glen Alpine

• Rutherford College Town Hall – 908 Malcolm Boulevard, Rutherford College

• Senior Center – 501 N Green Street, Morganton

The daily barrage of news has us on edge, and we find ourselves wanting to fight back more and more. To make our voices heard, to peacefully protest, and to let our community and our government know we’re not going to take it anymore!

Our goal is simple: amplify our voices, increase our presence in the community, and show that Burke County stands for justice and democracy.

• Bring a Friend: Strength is in numbers! These are short, high-energy demonstrations designed to be accessible and impactful.

• Pro-Tip for Signs: Keep it short and bold. Drivers and passersby only have a few seconds to read your message. Think: "Liberty & Justice for ALL," "Defend Democracy," or "Neighbors Supporting Neighbors."

• A Note on Messaging: In keeping with our values, we ask that all signs and chants remain respectful. No vulgarity. We want our message to be heard by everyone, and staying focused on our positive, principled goals is the best way to do that.

• Safety First: To ensure everyone feels supported, each demonstration will have at least one designated Safety Captain on-site. They are there to help manage the flow of the event and keep our gathering peaceful and organized.

Know When and Where: Keep an eye on your email and our social media pages. Since these are "Pop-Ups," the locations will rotate to reach different parts of our county!