Happy Memorial Day!
Memorial Day weekend is a great time to come together, kick off the summer, and remember the people who gave so much for our freedom. Check out these events happening around Rocky River this weekend to honor those people and their sacrifice.
- Summer Concert Series – Friday, May 22 at 6pm – City Hall Gazebo
- Flag Placement on Veterans Graves – Saturday, May 23 at 8:30am – Lakewood Park Cemetery, 22025 Detroit Rd, Rocky River – Join volunteers in placing 4000 flags on veteran’s graves. Stop by the tables next to the mausoleum to pick up flags, a list of names and a map. Depending on the number of volunteers, this should take about 2 1/2 hours.
- Memorial Day Ceremony – Monday, May 25 at 10am – Lakewood Park Cemetery
Click here for more information!
RR Dems Monthly Meeting
Just a reminder to join us for our May meeting! Now that the primary election is behind us, it’s time to unpack the results, talk about local issues and try to make sense of the nonstop chaos unfolding in state and national politics and world affairs. If you’ve been yelling at the news lately, this is your chance to do it among friends. Click here to register!
- Date: Tuesday, May 26
- Location: Rocky River Library
- Time: Doors open at 6:30pm, meeting starts at 7:00pm
One Final Thought
The Ohio Legislature is back in session, and one of the bills under consideration is HB 698. The bill would tie funding for Ohio universities to compliance with Ohio Senate Bill 1, which bans diversity initiatives, regulates classroom topics, and limits faculty union activities. Read more about the bill here.
At the bill’s second hearing last week, more than 170 opponents submitted testimony, and dozens attended to testify in person. However, the hearing was cut short at 90 minutes, leaving many voices unheard. The third hearing (for proponents) is scheduled for next week.
Let’s help give those people a chance to be heard. Contact Committee Chair Young at 614-466-6504 or rep37@ohiohouse.gov to demand another opponent hearing on HB 698.
Upcoming Campaign Events
Be sure to visit the Cuyahoga County Democrats calendar page for a more comprehensive list of upcoming Democratic events and actions.
Rep. Bride Sweeney Fundraiser – May 28
Hi Rocky River Democratic Club! My father and I are hosting a joint fundraiser on May 28th! Come join us!
- Date: May 28, 2026
- Time: 5pm – 7pm
- Location: The Aviator, 20920 Brookpark Road, Cleveland
Click here for the full invitation and QR codes.
Meet & Greets with Dr. Amy Acton – May 27 & May 31
Click on the images for more information and to register.
Fundraiser for Senator Nickie Antonio – June 4
- Thursday, June 4, 2026 5:30-7:30pm
- Immigrant Son Brewery
- Lakewood, OH
Get Involved – Other Events and Actions
Deep Canvassing Training from We The Fighters
‘We The Fighters’ is launching a national deep canvass strategy in key battleground Districts to hold Republican Members of Congress accountable at the ballot box this November. Persuasion and meaning-making will be a crucial part of the strategy to impact the 2026 midterm elections. ‘Deep canvassing’ is one of the most effective strategies to help persuade conflicted voters. Click here to learn more or to register!
- Part 1 – Thursday, May 21 – Learn about deep canvassing
- Part 2 – Thursday, May 28 – Dive into the structure of deep canvassing
PRIDE in the CLE – Saturday, June 6, 2026
Volunteer to be part of the CCDP booth at PRIDE in the CLE! Booth shifts are 10am-12pm | 12pm-2pm | 2pm-4pm | 4pm-6pm
Don’t miss your chance to get involved! Sign Up Here!
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.
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