Where to meet Central Florida candidates running in November's election

While there is a lot of information circulating about candidates at the national level, it is sometimes more difficult to find out the views, goals and intentions of the state or local candidates who will provide immediate leadership in our community.

There are numerous political events where you can learn more about the candidates seeking your vote in the November general election. Here is a list of some of them.

If you know of other local political meet-and-greet events not listed here that should be included, please email us at [email protected].

Brevard County

Brevard County Candidates Forum

• When: 20 September, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

• Where: Space Coast Health Foundation

• What: This event provides Brevard County families and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities the opportunity to engage with local representatives and discuss community needs for resources and services tailored to these underrepresented groups. This free event is made possible by the Brevard Autism Coalition and Angels Bridging Gaps.

NAACP – Get Ready to Vote

• When: Saturday, 21 September, 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.

• Where: Melbourne Auditorium, Melbourne

• What: Voter education forum, screening of “The Fannie Lou Hamer Story” and candidate forum. Tickets are $15.

Candidate Forum at Eastern Florida State College Cocoa

• When: Tuesday, October 1, 4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

• When: Eastern Florida State College, Cocoa Campus, 1519 Clearlake Road, Cocoa

• What: A candidate forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Space Coast. The event is free.

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Lake County

Decisions 2024: Presentation on the changes in Florida

• When: Multiple dates starting Monday, September 16

• Where: Various locations around The Villages

• What: The League of Women Voters is hosting a series of events to educate voters about the six constitutional amendments that will be on the ballot in November. Check the League's calendar for dates and locations.

South Lake County Candidate Forum presented by Barrels and Boards

• When: Sunday, September 8, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

• Where: 7965 State Road 50 A500, Groveland

• What: A candidate forum at Barrels and Boards open to the public and all South Lake County candidates.

Meet and greet Lake County candidates

• When: Saturday, October 5, 1 p.m.

• Where: Unitarian Universalist Church of Lake County at Eustis

• What: Meet local candidates for public office at this event hosted by the League of Women Voters of The Villages.

Orange County

Current Topics: Orange-Osceola State Attorney Forum, presented by the League of Women Voters

• When: Wednesday, September 11, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

• Where: Winter Park Event Center, 1050 W. Morse Blvd., Winter Park

• What: Hear from the candidates for Orange and Osceola counties district attorney. Registration is required.

Ninth Circuit District Attorneys Debate Presented by Tiger Bay Club of Central Florida

• When: Friday, 20 September, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

• Where: Citrus Club, 255 S. Orange Ave., Orlando

• What: The Tiger Bay Club is hosting a debate featuring the three candidates for District Attorney of Orange and Osceola counties. The fee for non-members is $50 and includes lunch.

Citizens’ Summit 2024: Contact with elected officials

• When: Saturday, September 28th at 10am

• Where: Orlando, Florida (location to be announced)

• What: An opportunity to connect with community organizations, learn about voter rights, and meet elected officials – presented by the Framily Support Network.

Seminole County

County Commission District 5 Forum/Debate presented by the League of Women Voters

• When: Thursday, October 3, 6:00 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.

• Where: Decision Tactical, 430 Towne Center Blvd., Sanford

• What: Hear from candidates for Seminole County Commission, District 5. The event is free.

Volusia County

Meet the Libertarian Candidates for Region 7

• When: Saturday, August 31, 2 p.m.

• Where: Hopkins Hall, 221 North Euclid Ave., Lake Helen

• What: Join a live Q&A with several Libertarian candidates running for political office in November.

Meet the candidates for office in Volusia County, invited by the Republican Assembly of West Volusia

• When: Thursday, September 5, 5:30 p.m.

• Where: VFW Post 8093, 351 S. Charles Richard Beall Blvd., DeBary

• What: Meet the candidates for Volusia County Council chairman.

Eggs and Issues: County Council Candidate Forum

• When: Thursday, September 12th from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m.

• Where: Halifax River Yacht Club, 331 S. Beach Street, Daytona Beach

• What: The Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce presents a forum with two candidates for Volusia County Council, District 2. Tickets are required.

Get Ready for the November Election, Presented by the League of Women Voters

• When: Saturday, September 28, from 10:30 a.m.

• Where: The Palmetto Club, 100 S. Beach Street, Daytona Beach

• What: The league will host a luncheon to inform voters about the six amendments on the November ballot. The fee to attend is $22 and includes lunch.

Hob Nob 2024

• When: Thursday, October 25, 5 p.m.

• Where: 105 S. Riverside Drive, New Smyrna Beach.

• What: A South East Volusia Chamber of Commerce event where people can meet candidates for federal, state and local office.

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