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RR Dems News and Events – October 1, 2026

By Rocky River Democrats | October 1, 2026

Thanks to everyone who came out for Tuesday’s meeting! We had a great discussion about the proposed amendments to the city charter that will appear on the next ballot. With so many important issues on the ballot this November, we’re compiling election resources for Rocky River residents, including an issue breakdown and ballot guide. We’ll be sharing those resources soon by email and on our website.

Special thanks to our guest speaker, Patrick Kearns from ReSource Cleveland.  His organization is doing important grassroots work to help immigrants in Cuyahoga County find the support they need to establish themselves in this country despite the confusion and funding cuts resulting from federal policies. To learn more about this organization and how you can help, visit their website: https://www.resourcecleveland.org/

Rocky River GOTV/No Kings Rally – October 17

Pat Sharkey, precinct leader for 4D, announced a GOTV/No Kings rally on October 17. Parking will be available at the Rockport Methodist Church, 3301 Wooster Road. The rally will take place along Wooster Road. Bring your friends and your signs!

  • Date: October 17
  • Time: 1:00pm to 2:30pm
  • Location: Between 3300-3310 Wooster Road, Rocky River

Important Voter Deadlines and Other Important Info

There are several important deadlines coming up –

  • October 5 – last chance to register to vote or change your voter registration
  • October 6 – Early Voting Begins
  • October 27 – Last Day for Absentee Ballot requests
  • Cuyahoga County Board of Elections – Check your voter registration, get a sample ballot, or request a mail-in ballot
  • VOTE411 – find voter guides and other useful information about voting in our area

A Message from Allison Russo

Allison Russo’s campaign asked that we share this message from the candidate about the upcoming election. Note: the file may not play automatically, but it can be downloaded to view. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EhdQm3_znJathnkcqN24GhGz65VhlWSQ/view?usp=sharing

Highlights for the Week

LWV Candidate Forum – LWV – Cuyahoga County Common Pleas General Division Judicial Candidate Forum

Candidates for the Cuyahoga County Common Pleas General Division will present short statements and respond to questions from the League of Women Voters.

CONFIRMED CANDIDATES: Kira Krivosh and Jacob Westfall

Get Out the Vote in Rocky River with OhioWins – Saturday & Sunday

From now to the end of October, OhioWins will be knocking doors to Get Out the Vote in Rocky River. Check their Mobilize link below for sign up times.

OhioWins Needs Other Volunteers Too!

As they start the big push to the election, OhioWins is looking for people to help launch canvass events, sort literature packets, and phone banking. Want to learn how you can help? Contact Claire Ianini, Field Organizer at ciannini@ohiodems.org.

Flip the South! GOTV Rally and Fundraiser – October 7

featuring Brian Poindexter, Megan Coy and Courtney Scheff

The Cuyahoga County Democratic Party invites you to join us for our GOTV fundraiser to help flip 3 Republican seats

  • Date: Wednesday, October 7
  • Time: 6:30 to 8:30pm
  • Location: American Legion Post 703, Parma OH
  • Register here

Other Ways to Get Involved

For an ongoing and updated list of canvassing events, fundraisers and more, visit our Get Involved page.

Westlake Canvass for Poindexter & DiMauro – Saturday, October 3

Bay Village Canvass with Brian Poindexter – Sunday, October 4

There’s no Browns game on Sunday, so why not join Brian Poindexter’s campaign and get out and canvass! Can’t make it this Sunday? There’s next Sunday too!

Help out with Scott DiMauro’s Campaign

There are several great ways to help Scott get the word out!

  • Postcard writing and other ways to volunteer:  Join Scott’s team addressing postcards, and find other ways to volunteer at  Volunteer | Get Involved Today – Support Local Leadership — DiMauro for Ohio
  • Need yard signs: Just email Scott at scott@dimauroforohio.com and let him know your address and how many you would like.  They will deliver them to your home!
  • Social Media: Make sure to follow Scott on Facebook and Instagram at DiMauro for Ohio and like and share content with people you know to help spread the word about our campaign for change.

For more information and the ways to contribute, visit Scott’s website at www.dimauroforohio.com.

Mark Your Calendars for No Kings: Vote Early Nationwide Day of Action – October 17

No Kings is back with a clear message: GET OUT AND VOTE. Multiple locations are springing up throughout the area, so check the NoKings website for the latest locations.

No Kings/GOTV – Rocky River Rally

  • Date: October 17
  • Time: 1:00pm to 2:30pm
  • Location: Between 3300-3310 Wooster Road, Rocky River

No Kings – Downtown Rally

No Kings – Strongsville Rally

  • Strongsville Indivisible and the Berea, Parma, North Royalton and Strongsville Democratic Clubs
  • Route 82 and Pearl Rd.
  • 12pm – 2pm
Questions? Comments? Contact us at submit@rockyriverdems.org

RR Dems News and Events – September 24, 2026

By Rocky River Democrats | September 24, 2026

Club Meeting Next Tuesday!

Make sure to join us for the next Rocky River Dems meeting on Tuesday, September 29. The agenda will include special guest speaker Patrick Kearns and a club vote.

More about our Guest Speaker: We’re pleased to welcome Patrick Kearns, Executive Director of Re:Source Cleveland. Re:Source Cleveland serves newcomers to the Greater Cleveland area, including former refugees, humanitarian parolees, asylees, and individuals with temporary protected status. Patrick will share how Re:Source Cleveland supports international newcomers as they navigate challenges and works alongside them to reach their dreams.

Upcoming Vote on Rocky River Charter Amendments

Club members will also vote on seven proposed amendments to the Rocky River City Charter. The results will be reflected in our upcoming voting guide, which will be sent to the Rocky River electorate ahead of the fall election. At the meeting, we’ll provide information about each amendment before voting on whether the club supports it. At least 10 members must be present for the vote to be official. To review the proposed amendments before the meeting, click here.

  • Time: Doors open at 6:30 p.m., meeting starts at 7:00 p.m.
  • Location: Rocky River Public Library

Important Voter Deadlines:

  • October 5 – last chance to register to vote or change your voter registration
  • October 6 – Early Voting Begins
  • October 27 – Last Day for Absentee Ballot requests

Highlights for the Week

LWV Candidate Forum – Ohio Senate 23 Race – Tonight!

Come out and support Bride Rose Sweeney at the LWV Candidate Forum and learn more about her vision for our state! This event is available as a live stream and will be posted on the LWV Youtube channel. For more information: visit the LWV website.

  • Date: Thursday, September 24
  • Time: 7:00 pm
  • Location: Rocky River Civic Center

Knock Doors in Rocky River with OhioWins – Saturday & Sunday

It’s going to be great weather this weekend – why not be outside? Spread the word in our community about Sherrod Brown, Amy Acton, and all the other Democratic candidates on the ballot.

Special Rally on the Commons with Indivisible Strongsville – September 26

Join Indivisible Strongsville to send a clear message to Max Miller! Bring signs and bring friends!

  • Date: Saturday, September 26
  • Time: 12:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m.
  • Location: Clock Tower at 82nd and Pearl Rd

Heather Cox Richardson and Connie Schultz – September 26

Here’s a chance to hear these two great voices for democracy in person – and raise money for Sherrod Brown!

Fundraiser for Dr. Amy Acton – September 27

  • Date: Sunday, September 27
  • Time: 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
  • Location: Moreland Hills, OH
  • See the flyer for more info and how to register

Judge Crossman Fundraiser – Wednesday, September 30

  • Date: Wednesday, September 30
  • Time: 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
  • Location: The Parma Tavern, Parma, OH
  • Click here to register

Other Ways to Get Involved

For an ongoing and updated list of canvassing events, fundraisers and more, visit our Get Involved page.

Bay Village Canvass with Brian Poindexter – Sunday, September 27

Join the Poindexter for Congress team for a day of engaging with voters and neighbors!

Help out with Scott DiMauro’s Campaign

There are several great ways to help Scott get the word out!

  • Postcard writing and other ways to volunteer:  Join Scott’s team addressing postcards, and find other ways to volunteer at  Volunteer | Get Involved Today – Support Local Leadership — DiMauro for Ohio
  • Need Yard signs: Just email Scott at scott@dimauroforohio.com and let him know your address and how many you would like.  They will deliver them to your home!
  • Social Media: Make sure to follow Scott on Facebook and Instagram at DiMauro for Ohio and like and share content with people you know to help spread the word about our campaign for change.

For more information and the ways to contribute, visit Scott’s website at www.dimauroforohio.com.

Volunteer with Ohio Wins

In addition to canvassing, Ohio Wins is looking for volunteers to stuff literature and help organize canvassing events throughout October. Check out these links on our website for more information.

Help organize a Canvass in Rocky River: For more information, visit: Canvassing Events

Volunteer for packet bundling:

  • Date: Fridays
  • Time: 4pm – 6pm
  • Register here on Mobilize.us for exact times and locations

Mark Your Calendars for No Kings: Vote Early Nationwide Day of Action – October 17

No Kings is back with a clear message: GET OUT AND VOTE. Be sure to sign up to attend NO KINGS Cleveland & Cuyahoga Vote Early Rally and March

No Kings – Strongsville Rally

  • Strongsville Indivisible and the Berea, Parma, North Royalton and Strongsville Democratic Clubs
  • Route 82 and Pearl Rd.
  • 12pm – 2pm
Questions? Comments? Contact us at submit@rockyriverdems.org

RR Dems News and Events – September 17, 2026

By Rocky River Democrats | September 17, 2026

The polls are promising, but…

We’ve seen the polls, and many are looking optimistic. It’s tempting to think, “Maybe they don’t need me.” And I get it—fall is busy, and there’s always something competing for our time. But between now and November, we know that the Republicans will be pouring money into their candidates and blanketing the airwaves with attack ads.  And we need you more than ever, in whatever way you can.   

Volunteer if you can, attend a fundraising event if you can afford to, but most importantly start having those sometimes difficult conversations with your friends, family and neighbors who might be undecided. 

Check out these highlighted events in this week’s newsletter as a great place to start!

JOIN OUR NEXT MEETING

Tuesday, September 29 at the Rocky River Public Library

Highlights for the Week

Literature Stuffing, Folding, Addressing Help Needed! – September 18

Help fold, stuff and address literature for the upcoming turnout project. Help us to introduce new precinct leaders to our city and to encourage voting by mail. We’re putting together both letters and packets that will go out to voters next week as the first part of our effort to increase voter turnout in Rocky River.

  • Date: Friday, September 18
  • Time: 1:30-5:00pm
  • Meeting Location: Panera Bread, Center Ridge
  • Questions? Email the Rocky River Dems or check out the facebook event page

Sherrod Brown for Cleveland Kickoff Event – September 23

Feel free to bring friends, family, and community members—please ensure everyone RSVPs above so that we can keep an accurate headcount. Address will be shared 24 hours before event.

Heather Cox Richardson and Connie Schultz – September 26

Here’s a chance to hear these two great voices for democracy in person – and raise money for Sherrod Brown!

Rocky River Happenings This Weekend

Brian Poindexter Fundraiser in Rocky River -Friday, September 18

Come out and support Brian Poindexter on September 18th in Rocky River as he works to give Ohio’s working families proper representation in Congress and defeat Max Miller in November!

Knock Doors in Rocky River with OhioWins – Saturday September 19

Rocky River Canvass with Brian Poindexter – Sunday, September 20

Knock Doors in Rocky River with OhioWins – Sunday September 20

Other Meetings and Events Nearby

For an ongoing and updated list of events, fundraisers and more, visit our Get Involved page.

Get to Know the Candidate – League of Women Voters Candidate Events

The Cleveland League of Women Voters is offering several candidate forums throughout this month.  These events are in person, but are also live-streamed and available afterward on their Youtube channel.  Check out their website for a full calendar of events: Home – League of Women Voters Greater Cleveland

Note: the OH-7 Event was cancelled.

Cuyahoga County Common Pleas General Division Judicial Candidate Forum featuring Fallon Radigon and Antonio Nicholson – September 18

Indivisible Strongsville Special Meeting – September 23

  • Join Indivisible Strongsville and guest speaker State Senator Nickie Antonio to answer the question, “Is there hope for change within the statehouse?”
  • Date: Wednesday September 23
  • Time: 7:00pm
  • Location: Strongsville Library

Special Rally on the Commons with Indivisible Strongsville – September 26

Join Indivisible Strongsville to send a clear message to Max Miller and his supporters: domestic abuse has no place in our homes, our communities or our government. Bring signs and bring friends!

  • Date: Saturday, September 26
  • Time: 12:00pm-2:00pm
  • Location: Clock Tower at 82nd and Pearl Rd

Other Volunteer Opportunities

We’ve picked a few that are happening in our area, but more are being scheduled all the time. Looking for specific candidate events or opportunities? Check out their websites! Links can be found on our Elections page.

Volunteer with Ohio Wins

In addition to canvassing, Ohio Wins is looking for volunteers to stuff literature and help organize canvassing events throughout October. Check out these links on our website for more information

Help organize a Canvass in Rocky River: For more information, visit: Canvassing Events

Volunteer for packet bundling:

  • Date: Fridays
  • Time: 4pm – 6pm
  • Register here on Mobilize.us for exact times and locations

Let us know what you think of the new format, and what we can do to improve!
Submit your comments at submit@rockyriverdems.org

RR Dems News and Events – September 10, 2026

By Rocky River Democrats | September 10, 2026

Introducing our Get Involved Web Page

With the midterms just around the corner, we want to make it as easy as possible to stay up to date and get involved. This week, we launched our new Get Involved page, bringing campaign events, activities, and volunteer opportunities together in one place—and giving our weekly newsletter a fresh, simpler format, too!

Both are works in progress, so you may see things change and grow over the next few weeks. We’re still adding information to the new page, so be sure to check back often as you make your weekend plans!

JOIN OUR NEXT MEETING

Tuesday, September 29 at the Rocky River Public Library

Rocky River Happenings

Knock Doors in Rocky River with Ohio Wins – Saturday September 12

Join your friends and neighbors to talk to fellow voters about the upcoming election!

Meet & Greet with Brian Poindexter and Scott DiMauro – Sunday, September 13

Join Brian Poindexter and Scott DiMauro for a chance to get better acquainted with these great candidates.

Brian Poindexter Fundraiser in Rocky River -Friday, September 18

Come out and support Brian Poindexter on September 18th in Rocky River as he works to give Ohio’s working families proper representation in Congress and defeat Max Miller in November!

Other Meetings and Events Nearby

Public Education, Democracy and the First Amendment – September 16

Listen to Derek Black, author of Schoolhouse Burning, talk about public education in the United States and what is at stake in the next election. Presented by the League of Women Voters and Honesty for Ohio Education.

Indivisible Strongsville Special Meeting – September 23

Join Indivisible Strongsville and guest speaker State Senator Nickie Antonio to answer the question, “Is there hope for change within the statehouse?”

  • Date: Wednesday September 23
  • Time: 7:00pm
  • Location: Strongsville Library

West Side Canvassing

We’ve picked a few that are happening in our area, but more are being scheduled all the time. Looking for specific candidate events or opportunities? Check out their websites! Links can be found on our Elections page.

Saturday September 12

Knock Doors in Parma – with Ohio WIns

Sunday September 13

 Knock Doors in Fairview Park with Scott DiMauro – with Ohio WIns

 Knock Doors in North Olmsted with Brian Poindexter

Volunteer at the Ohio Wins Lakewood Office

OhioWins just opened their Lakewood office, and they are looking for volunteers for a variety of tasks. Stay for an hour or the entire time!

  • Date: Wednesdays and Thursdays
  • Time: 1pm and 4pm
  • Register here on Mobilize.us for exact times and locations

Packet Bundling Party at the Ohio Wins Brookpark Office

Help the Ohio Wins team bundle literature for canvassing! (11699 Brookpark Rd, Parma, OH 44130)

  • Date: Fridays
  • Time: 4pm – 6pm
  • Register here on Mobilize.us for exact times and locations

Special Rally on the Commons with Indivisible Strongsville – September 26

Join Indivisible Strongsville to send a clear message to Max Miller and his supporters: domestic abuse has no place in our homes, our communities or our government. Bring signs and bring friends!

  • Date: Saturday, September 26
  • Time: 12:00pm-2:00pm
  • Location: Clock Tower at 82nd and Pearl Rd

Let us know what you think of the new format, and what we can do to improve!
Submit your comments at submit@rockyriverdems.org

RR Dems News and Events – September 3, 2026

By Rocky River Democrats | September 3, 2026

Westshore Dems Meeting

Friday night was a great evening as we gathered with the Bay Village, Westlake, Fairview Park and North Olmsted Dems groups. We heard from special guests including Sherrod Brown, David Pepper, Brian Poindexter, and many local candidates and leaders. Check out some of the event pics on our website – if you have some you would like to share, send them to us! The room was full of energy, enthusiasm, and optimism. and was a great way to kick off these last 2 months before the midterms. As David Pepper said, we have less than 67 (now 60 days) until the election – it’s time to get to work!

Join the Rocky River Green Team

Want to help make Rocky River a more sustainable community? The Rocky River Green Team is an all-volunteer organization dedicated to building a more sustainable community through collaboration, education, and innovative initiatives. Join their first meeting of the year on Wed., Sept. 9 at 7p.m.  Industry expert Neil Singh will join us to discuss AI, data centers and how they are impacting our communities.

  • Date: Wednesday, September 9
  • Time: 7:00pm
  • Location: Rocky River Public Library
  • For more information, visit the Green Team website.

National Voter Registration Day – September 15

September 15 is the day to remind friends and family that the deadline to register to vote in the November 3 Midterms is Monday, October 5! Early voting begins October 6. Urge everyone you know to make a voting plan! EVERY VOTE MATTERS!

Questions about the election process? Visit boe.cuyahogacounty.gov

Midterm Election Perspective: League of Women Voters

Want to get a non-partisan understanding of the state and local issues up for vote in the Midterms? The Cleveland League of Women Voters will be analyzing and explaining these issues so we can all be more informed voters in the election. This event is live but can also be joined by zoom.

  • Date: Sunday, September 20
  • Time: 9am
  • Location: Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Cleveland, Shaker Heights or by Zoom

Click here for more information and to sign up.

Upcoming Election Events

We’ve picked a few that are happening in our area, but more are being scheduled all the time. Looking for specific candidate events or opportunities? Check out their websites! Links can be found on our Elections page.

Rocky River Canvass for Brian Poindexter – September 6

Fundraiser for Dr. Amy Acton – September 9

Meet & Greet with Brian Poindexter and Scott DiMauro – September 13

  • Date: Sunday, September 13
  • Time: 5 p.m. (UPDATED TIME!)
  • Location: Rocky River
  • Register here!

Save the Date! Brian Poindexter Fundraiser in Rocky River

A great way to start Friday evening – a fundraising event for Brian Poindexter at Tartine Bistro in Rocky River. Details are being worked out, so we will share more info when we have it.

  • Date: Friday, September 18
  • Time: 5-8 p.m.
  • Location: Tartine Bistro, Old Detroit Road, Rocky River
  • More info to come

Rocky River Canvass – Saturday

OhioWins will be canvassing in Rocky River every weekend this September, including this one! Here’s your chance to try out canvassing with your friends and neighbors and support great candidates.

  • Date: Saturday September 5
  • Time: 1pm and 4pm
  • Location: Meet at Erie Island Coffee, Detroit Rd.
  • Register on Mobilize.us for exact times and locations

Volunteer at the Lakewood Office

OhioWins just opened their Lakewood office, and they are looking for volunteers for a variety of tasks. Stay for an hour or the entire time!

  • Date: Wednesdays and Thursdays
  • Time: 1pm and 4pm
  • Register here on Mobilize.us for exact times and locations

Other Ways to Get Involved

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. Click here for more info.

Join the Ohio Wins group for more of these ongoing activities.

Virtual 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. 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! 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

Have events, issues or concerns to share with the Rocky River Dems? Submit them to our email to be included in the newsletter.

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