Westshore Dems Summer Event Announced
As announced at last week’s meeting, our August monthly meeting will be replaced by our annual Westshore Dems Summer Get-Together with the Democratic clubs of Westlake, Bay Village, Fairview Park, and North Olmsted. We’re excited to welcome former U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown and David Pepper, Democratic candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Ohio, as our featured speakers.
Registration details and additional information will be shared in upcoming newsletters. Mark your calendar—we hope to see all of you there!
- Date: Friday, August 28
- Time: Doors open at 5:30pm
- Location: Rocky River CIvic Center, Memorial Hall
Looking for Community Updates?
Want to stay up to date on what’s happening around Rocky River and at City Council? Be sure to check out Councilwoman-at-Large Lisa Haverman’s newsletter. Her latest issue includes a helpful roundup of construction projects around the city—something many of us will appreciate! You can subscribe and browse past issues at LisaHaverman.com.
Rocky River Canvass – Sunday August 9
Join the Ohio Democratic Party and Candidate Scott DiMauro as they continue the summer organizing and voter engagement program right here in Rocky River! Connect with your neighbors and support great candidates like Sherrod Brown and Amy Acton! Register here
- Date: Sunday, August 9
- Time: 1pm
- Location: Meet at Erie Island Coffee, Detroit Road
Rocky River Pride Celebration
Come join the fun for the 5th Annual Rocky River Community-Wide Pride Celebration and march to the RRPL Pride Fest and celebrate! 
See the event page for details:
- Date: Saturday, August 8
- Time: 12:00 pm
- Location: West Shore Unitarian Universalist Church, Rocky River
Volunteer at the Cuyahoga County Fair!
Join the Berea Democrats and the Cuyahoga County Democratic Party (CCDP) at the Cuyahoga County Fair, August 11–16, 2026. Help register voters, distribute Vote-by-Mail request forms, and share information about November’s candidates and ballot issues. It’s a great way to make an impact and connect with fellow Democrats! Click here for more information.
- Dates: Tuesday, August 11 through Sunday, August 16
- Times: 2 hour shifts from noon until 8pm.
- Location: Cuyahoga Fairgrounds, Berea
- Click here to Sign Up For A Shift
Volunteer with Mobilize the Vote NEO
Mobilize the Vote NEO is dedicated to activating voters for this year’s midterm election around the Cleveland area- at protests, community events, knocking doors in senior citizen apartment buildings. They offer volunteer opportunities throughout Cleveland at different experience levels.
One Final Thought
The next time someone brings up Max Miller (and with recent headlines, it is happening a lot) introduce them to Brian Poindexter.
Many of our friends and neighbors may not know much about him or what he stands for. Brian is a husband and father of two teenage daughters who has served on city council, led major engineering projects, and understands how to bring people together to solve problems. Most importantly, he’s willing to listen to and engage with people from all walks of life. Brian has a positive vision for the OH-7 for all working families. I don’t think we can say the same about his opponent.
If you’d like to learn more about Brian—and be ready to share his story with others—take a few minutes to visit his website. Brian Poindexter for Congress
Get Involved – Other Events and Actions
Join the Ohio Wins group for more of these ongoing activities.
Virtual Training: How to Talk to Voters
As we gear up to knock on doors and connect with voters, many volunteers are looking for guidance on how to engage with voters. Well, look no further! Every week, we will host a training that will go through the ins and outs of canvassing, how to speak to voters, and set you up for success while canvassing. Click here to register How To: Talk to Voters · Ohio Wins
- Date: Every Friday
- Time: 7-8 pm
- Location: Join from Anywhere!
Statewide Volunteer Recruitment Phone Bank!
Join the Ohio Wins Democratic Coordinated Campaign to make calls and recruit volunteers for Sherrod Brown, Amy Acton, and Dems up and down the ballot! We’ll be gathering virtually and going through a brief training, then calling Dems in targeted areas to confirm their support and get them plugged into our campaign. This is a great way to help us grown our campaign to reach every voter statewide! Register here!
- Date: Every Tuesday
- Time: 6-8pm
- Location: Join from anywhere
Packet Bundling Party: Help Ohio Wins group bundle literature for canvassing! Sign up here!
- Dates: Every Friday
- Time: 4-6pm
- Location: Parma Office HQ, 11699 Brookpark Rd, Parma
Stand Up Saturdays – Every Week!
Join your neighbors and the occasional dinosaur for Stand Up Saturdays to encourage residents to honk, wave and support democracy! On the Public sidewalks at the corner of Detroit Road and Crocker Road from 10am to noon every Saturday.
Have events, issues or concerns to share with the Rocky River Dems? Submit them to our email to be included in the newsletter.
July Meeting Wrap Up
Last Tuesday’s meeting had one clear message: with fewer than 100 days until the election, now is the time to get involved.
Whether you’re talking with friends and neighbors, posting on social media, canvassing, or volunteering with a campaign, every conversation matters. Together, we can make a difference in Ohio this November.
Thank you to our guest speakers, Scott DiMauro, Brian Poindexter, and Liz Gerstenhaber, precinct captain. If you haven’t already, take a few minutes to learn more about Scott and Brian by visiting their campaign websites. Liz presented a great presentation about all the ways to get involved with the campaigns which we will be sharing on the website soon.
Rocky River Pride Celebration
Mark your calendars for the 5th Annual Rocky River Community-Wide Pride Celebration! Join us as we march to the RRPL Pride Fest and celebrate! See the event page for details:
- Date: Saturday, August 8
- Time: 12:00 pm
- Location: West Shore Unitarian Universalist Church, Rocky River
Volunteer at the Cuyahoga County Fair!
Join the Berea Democrats and the Cuyahoga County Democratic Party (CCDP) at the Cuyahoga County Fair, August 11–16, 2026. Help register voters, distribute Vote-by-Mail request forms, and share information about November’s candidates and ballot issues. It’s a great way to make an impact and connect with fellow Democrats! Click here for more information.
- Dates: Tuesday, August 11 through Sunday, August 16
- Times: 2 hour shifts from noon until 8pm.
- Location: Cuyahoga Fairgrounds, Berea
- Click here to Sign Up For A Shift
Canvassing and Community Conversations
With fewer than 100 days until the midterm election, now is the time to get involved. There are two canvass events scheduled in Rocky River over the next few weeks, including one with our friend Scott Dimauro on August 8! Whether you volunteer with a specific campaign, help at the Party level, or just share your thoughts with friends and neighbors, every conversation can make a difference. Check out the opportunities below and visit our Elections page for more ways to help.
Packet Bundling Party: Help Ohio Wins group bundle literature for canvassing! Sign up here!
- Dates: Every Friday
- Time: 4-6pm
- Location: Parma Office HQ, 11699 Brookpark Rd, Parma
Rocky River Canvass with Ohio Wins – Click here to register.
- Date: Saturday August 1
- Time: 1pm
- Location: Meet at Erie Island Coffee on Detroit Road
Parma Canvass at Parma HQ Register here.
- Dates: Saturday August 1 (10am)
- Sunday August 2 (1pm)
- Parma Office – 11699 Brookpark Rd, Parma OH
Drinks with Dems Happy Hour at Gunselman’s Tavern – Ohio Wins Happy Hour Register here
- Date: Wednesday, August 5
- Time: 4-6pm
- Location: Gunselmans Tavern – (21490 Lorain Rd, Fairview Park
Rocky River Canvass with Scott DiMauro at Erie Island Coffee Company Register here
- Date: Sunday, August 9
- Time: 1pm
- Location: Meet at Erie Island Coffee, Detroit Road
West Park Meet & Greet with Scott DiMauro – July 30
- Date: July 30
- Time: 6:30-8pm
- Location: 5 Points Coffee & Tea
Senator Mark Kelly and Senator Sherrod Brown Fundraiser
Date: August 2, 2026
Reception with Dr. Amy Acton – Friday, July 31
Click here for more information and to register.
A Quick Note About Yard Signs
We’ve received several inquiries about yard signs over the past few weeks, and we love the enthusiasm! Yard signs for Acton, Brown, and other Democratic candidates are expected to be released soon. As soon as they’re available, we’ll let everyone know how to get them. Thank you for helping spread the word and show your support!
Useful Info from the Ohio Progressive Briefing
Innovation Ohio has started hosting the Ohio Progressive Briefing, a regular series that shares the latest messaging, polling, and research to help Ohio’s progressive organizations, activists, elected officials, and campaigns stay informed and equipped for the work ahead. , and we wanted to share highlights from their most recent briefing below.
- Hands Off Ohio campaign and messaging toolkit opposing Trump Administration election sabotage and FBI raids against voting advocates
- Countering Attacks on Ohio’s Caregivers – Medicaid fraud messaging
- Pushing Back on Voter ID toolkit
We’ll also post these resources on our Election Page so you always know where to find them.
Get Involved – Other Events and Actions
Join the Ohio Wins group for more of these ongoing activities.
Virtual Training: How to Talk to Voters
As we gear up to knock on doors and connect with voters, many volunteers are looking for guidance on how to engage with voters. Well, look no further! Every week, we will host a training that will go through the ins and outs of canvassing, how to speak to voters, and set you up for success while canvassing. Click here to register How To: Talk to Voters · Ohio Wins
- Date: Every Friday
- Time: 7-8 pm
- Location: Join from Anywhere!
Statewide Volunteer Recruitment Phone Bank!
Join the Ohio Wins Democratic Coordinated Campaign to make calls and recruit volunteers for Sherrod Brown, Amy Acton, and Dems up and down the ballot! We’ll be gathering virtually and going through a brief training, then calling Dems in targeted areas to confirm their support and get them plugged into our campaign. This is a great way to help us grown our campaign to reach every voter statewide! Register here!
- Date: Every Tuesday
- Time: 6-8pm
- Location: Join from anywhere
Stand Up Saturdays – Every Week!
Join your neighbors and the occasional dinosaur for Stand Up Saturdays to encourage residents to honk, wave and support democracy! On the Public sidewalks at the corner of Detroit Road and Crocker Road from 10am to noon every Saturday.
Have events, issues or concerns to share with the Rocky River Dems? Submit them to our email to be included in the newsletter.
Rocky River Dems July Meeting Next Week!
Please join us for our July meeting next Tuesday, July 28 – it promises to be an exciting evening! With the upcoming election there is always a lot to talk about… plus Brian Poindexter (candidate for Congress) and Liz Gerstenhaber will be speaking to the group. Mark your calendar and bring your questions!
- Date: Tuesday, July 28
- Time: Doors open at 6:30pm, meeting starts at 7:00pm
- Location: Rocky River Public Library
- Register for the event!
Join Chris Ronayne in support of Brian Poindexter – July 23 at Sibling Revelry!
Join Cuyahoga County Executive Chris Ronayne for an after-work discussion with Congressional Candidate Brian Poindexter.
- Location: Sibling Revelry Brewing, Westlake
- Date: Thursday, July 23, 2026
- Time: 5:30-7:30 pm
Canvassing and Community Conversations
As the campaign season heats up, the number of opportunities to get involved is growing every week! We will try to keep these updated in the newsletter, and encourage you check out our Elections page for updates as well!
100 Days Weekend of Action Canvass with Ohio Wins – Westlake Canvass – Click here to register.
- Saturday July 25 (10am and 1pm)
- Sunday July 26 (1pm)
- Meet at Panera Bread on Detroit Rd.
100 Days Weekend of Action Canvass with Ohio Wins – Lakewood Canvass Register here.
- Saturday July 25 (10am and 1pm)
- Sunday July 26 (1pm and 4pm)
- Meet at Panera Bread on Detroit Rd.
Drinks with Dems – Ohio Wins Happy Hour Register here
- Tuesday July 28
- 4-6pm
- Houlihan’s, Westlake
Fairview Park Summerfest – Join Scott DiMaura and members of the Fairview Park Democratic Club for a weekend of fun and community connection!
- Thursday July 23 – Sunday July 26
- Bohlken Park
- For More Info: https://www.fairviewsummerfest.com/
West Park Meet & Greet with Scott DiMauro – July 30
- Date: July 30
- Time: 6:30-8pm
- Location: 5 Points Coffee & Tea
Senator Mark Kelly and Senator Sherrod Brown Fundraiser
Date: August 1, 2026
Reception with Dr. Amy Acton – Friday, July 31
Click here for more information and to register.
Conversation with John Kulewicz, Candidate for Ohio Attorney General – Monday, July 27
A Quick Note About Yard Signs
We’ve received several inquiries about yard signs over the past few weeks, and we love the enthusiasm! Yard signs for Acton, Brown, and other Democratic candidates are expected to be released soon. As soon as they’re available, we’ll let everyone know how to get them. Thank you for helping spread the word and show your support!
Useful Info from the Ohio Progressive Briefing
Innovation Ohio has started hosting the Ohio Progressive Briefing, a regular series that shares the latest messaging, polling, and research to help Ohio’s progressive organizations, activists, elected officials, and campaigns stay informed and equipped for the work ahead. , and we wanted to share highlights from their most recent briefing below.
- Hands Off Ohio campaign and messaging toolkit opposing Trump Administration election sabotage and FBI raids against voting advocates
- Countering Attacks on Ohio’s Caregivers – Medicaid fraud messaging
- Pushing Back on Voter ID toolkit
We’ll also post these resources on our Election Page so you always know where to find them.
Get Involved – Other Events and Actions
Join the Ohio Wins group for more of these ongoing activities.
Training: How to Talk to Voters
Every week, we will host a training that will go through the ins and outs of canvassing, how to speak to voters, and set you up for success while canvassing. Every week, we will go through the basics of canvassing. As the election cycle continues, we will train on how to discuss specific issues such as data centers or LGBTQ+ rights. Click here to register How To: Talk to Voters · Ohio Wins
- Date: Every Friday
- Time: 7-8 pm
- Location: Cuyahoga County Democratic Party Headquarters, 3615 Superior Ave
Stand Up Saturdays – Every Week!
Join your neighbors and the occasional dinosaur for Stand Up Saturdays to encourage residents to honk, wave and support democracy! On the Public sidewalks at the corner of Detroit Road and Crocker Road from 10am to noon every Saturday.
Have events, issues or concerns to share with the Rocky River Dems? Submit them to our email to be included in the newsletter.
We heard from so many candidates this past week that this edition is dedicated to candidate events and other ways to get involved.
July 26 marks just 100 days until the midterm election. With campaign season heating up and attack ads already underway, now is a great time to get involved. Whether you can volunteer, attend an event, donate to a campaign or simply stay informed, every effort makes a difference.
Ways to Get Involved
Canvassing and Community Conversations
Below are some local events with Ohio Wins. They also sent a complete list of July and August activities, or check out our Elections page.
Knock Doors for Rocky River – Rocky River Canvass with Ohio Dems! · Ohio Wins
Canvass locally in Rocky River! Here’s your chance to talk to neighbors and fellow residents about Sherrod Brown, Dr. Acton and our other great candidates!
- Saturday July 18
- 1pm-3pm
- Erie Island Coffee
The Inside Scoop: Ice Cream Social with your Field Organizer, Claire, at Mitchell’s Ice Cream. Meet your field organizer and have some great ice cream! Register here.
- Wednesday July 22
- 2pm-3pm
- Mitchell’s Ice Cream
100 Days Weekend of Action Canvass – Westlake – Click here to register.
- Saturday July 25 (10am and 1pm)
- Sunday July 26 (1pm)
- Meet at Panera Bread on Detroit Rd.
Indivisible Strongsville Meeting – July 21
- Date: July 21, 2026
- Time: 7:00pm
- Location: Strongsville Library
Cuyahoga County Dems Annual Dinner – July 19
Have you signed up for the Annual Dinner? Join Sherrod Brown and Dr. Amy Acton at the Cuyahoga County Democratic Party 2026 Annual Dinner. Click on the links to register.
Megan Coy Fundraising Event – July 17
Fundraiser for Fallon Marie Radigan, Common Pleas Court Judge – July 22
After Work Discussion with Chris Ronayne and Brian Poindexter – July 23
Join Cuyahoga County Executive Chris Ronayne for an after work discussion with Congressional Candidate Brian Poindexter. Click here to register: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/cr4poindexter
- Date: Thursday, July 23, 2026
- Time: 5:30-7:30 pm
- Location: Sibling Revelry Brewing, Westlake
Help Staff the Chris Ronayne Booth at Summerfest – July 25
The Chris Ronayne campaign is looking for volunteers to staff their booth at Summerfest in Fairview Park on Saturday, July 25. Booth staffers will be there to talk to people, educate voters and represent Chris and the campaign. For more information, sign up here: Represent Team Ronayne at Summerfest in Fairview Park!
- Date: Saturday, July 27, 2026
- Time: Shifts available from 9am to 9pm
- Location: Bohlken Park, Fairview Park
Conversation with John Kulewicz, Candidate for Ohio Attorney General – Monday, July 27
A Quick Note About Yard Signs
We’ve received several inquiries about yard signs over the past few weeks, and we love the enthusiasm! Yard signs for Acton, Brown, and other Democratic candidates are expected to be released soon. As soon as they’re available, we’ll let everyone know how to get them. Thank you for helping spread the word and show your support!
Useful Info from the Ohio Progressive Briefing
Innovation Ohio has started hosting the Ohio Progressive Briefing, a regular series that shares the latest messaging, polling, and research to help Ohio’s progressive organizations, activists, elected officials, and campaigns stay informed and equipped for the work ahead. , and we wanted to share highlights from their most recent briefing below.
- Hands Off Ohio campaign and messaging toolkit opposing Trump Administration election sabotage and FBI raids against voting advocates
- Countering Attacks on Ohio’s Caregivers – Medicaid fraud messaging
- Pushing Back on Voter ID toolkit
We’ll also post these resources on our Election Page so you always know where to find them.
Get Involved – Other Events and Actions
Join the Ohio Wins group for more of these ongoing activities.
Training: How to Talk to Voters
Every week, we will host a training that will go through the ins and outs of canvassing, how to speak to voters, and set you up for success while canvassing. Every week, we will go through the basics of canvassing. As the election cycle continues, we will train on how to discuss specific issues such as data centers or LGBTQ+ rights. Click here to register How To: Talk to Voters · Ohio Wins
- Date: Every Friday
- Time: 7-8 pm
- Location: Cuyahoga County Democratic Party Headquarters, 3615 Superior Ave
Stand Up Saturdays – Every Week!
Join your neighbors and the occasional dinosaur for Stand Up Saturdays to encourage residents to honk, wave and support democracy! On the Public sidewalks at the corner of Detroit Road and Crocker Road from 10am to noon every Saturday.
Have events, issues or concerns to share with the Rocky River Dems? Submit them to our email to be included in the newsletter.
The elections are 117 days away. That may seem like plenty of time, but Election Day will be here before we know it. Now is the time to get involved, get to know the candidates, learn about the issues, and help build the momentum we’ll need to win in November. Whether you’re ready to knock on doors, join a community conversation, attend a fundraiser, or support our candidates in another way, there’s an opportunity for everyone. We’ll keep posting upcoming events (and please share any that we miss), but check out what is coming up in the next few weeks!
Ways to Get Involved
Brian Poindexter in Lakewood – July 9
Its never too late to sign up! Join Nickie Antonio in Lakewood to support Brian Poindexter. Click here to register .
Canvassing and Community Conversations
Lakewood Weekend Canvass – Lakewood Weekend Canvass with Ohio Dems! · Ohio Wins
- Saturday July 11
- 10am and 1pm
Donuts and Democracy – Donuts & Democracy · Ohio Wins
Join your Field Organizer, Claire, for local handmade donuts from scratch trying fun donut flavors while talking about current events and connecting with your community.
- Thursday July 16
- 11am-12:30pm
- Big Mouth Donuts, Detroit Road
Knock Doors for Rocky River – Rocky River Canvass with Ohio Dems! · Ohio Wins
Canvass locally in Rocky River! Here’s your chance to talk to neighbors and fellow residents about Sherrod Brown, Dr. Acton and our other great candidates!
- Saturday July 18
- 1pm-3pm
- Erie Island Coffee
Indivisible Strongsville Meeting – July 21
- Date: July 21, 2026
- Time: 7:00pm
- Location: Strongsville Library
A Quick Note About Yard Signs
We’ve received several inquiries about yard signs over the past few weeks, and we love the enthusiasm! Yard signs for Acton, Brown, and other Democratic candidates are expected to be released soon. As soon as they’re available, we’ll let everyone know how to get them. Thank you for helping spread the word and show your support!
Cuyahoga County Dems Annual Dinner
Join Sherrod Brown and Dr. Amy Acton at the Cuyahoga County Democratic Party 2026 Annual Dinner. Click on the links to register.
Useful Info from the Ohio Progressive Briefing
Innovation Ohio has started hosting the Ohio Progressive Briefing, a regular series that shares the latest messaging, polling, and research to help Ohio’s progressive organizations, activists, elected officials, and campaigns stay informed and equipped for the work ahead. , and we wanted to share highlights from their most recent briefing below.
- Hands Off Ohio campaign and messaging toolkit opposing Trump Administration election sabotage and FBI raids against voting advocates
- Countering Attacks on Ohio’s Caregivers – Medicaid fraud messaging
- Pushing Back on Voter ID toolkit
We’ll also post these resources on our Election Page so you always know where to find them.
Other Upcoming Campaign Events
Be sure to visit the Cuyahoga County Democrats calendar page for a more comprehensive list of upcoming Democratic events and actions.
Allison Russo Campaign Fundraiser
- Date: Monday, July 13
- Time: 5:30-7:30pm
- Location: BrewDog Cleveland
- Click here to register and donate
Help Staff the Chris Ronayne Booth at Summerfest
The Chris Ronayne campaign is looking for volunteers to staff their booth at Summerfest in Fairview Park on Saturday, July 25. Booth staffers will be there to talk to people, educate voters and represent Chris and the campaign. For more information, sign up here: Represent Team Ronayne at Summerfest in Fairview Park!
- Date: Saturday, July 27, 2026
- Time: Shifts available from 9am to 9pm
- Location: Bohlken Park, Fairview Park
Chris Ronayne and Brian Poindexter Event
Join Cuyahoga County Executive Chris Ronayne for an after work discussion with Congressional Candidate Brian Poindexter. Click here to register: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/cr4poindexter
- Date: Thursday, July 23, 2026
- Time: 5:30-7:30 pm
- Location: Sibling Revelry Brewing, Westlake
Get Involved – Other Events and Actions
Join the Ohio Wins group for more of these ongoing activities.
Training: How to Talk to Voters
Every week, we will host a training that will go through the ins and outs of canvassing, how to speak to voters, and set you up for success while canvassing. Every week, we will go through the basics of canvassing. As the election cycle continues, we will train on how to discuss specific issues such as data centers or LGBTQ+ rights. Click here to register How To: Talk to Voters · Ohio Wins
- Date: Every Friday
- Time: 7-8 pm
- Location: Cuyahoga County Democratic Party Headquarters, 3615 Superior Ave
Stand Up Saturdays – Every Week!
Join your neighbors and the occasional dinosaur for Stand Up Saturdays to encourage residents to honk, wave and support democracy! On the Public sidewalks at the corner of Detroit Road and Crocker Road from 10am to noon every Saturday.
Have events, issues or concerns to share with the Rocky River Dems? Submit them to our email to be included in the newsletter.
