Join host Tony Giardini, along with friends and neighbors, to support Allison Russo for Secretary of State.

Brian Shaver wants to hear what you have to say!

The Rural Dems are teaming up with Lorain County Rising to canvass for Brenda Buchanan, Joe Miller & Carolyn White in Columbia Station on July 12th.

Training and campaign materials will be available.

Meet up with us at the Pavilion near the playground in

Columbia Park 25540 Royalton Road at 12 PM.

Looking forward to seeing you in Avon Lake this weekend for our weekly Daisy's Victory Tour protest.

A special thank you to Shannon Hoffman for making the Bridge project work when I had something come up and couldn't make it. I appreciate all her hard work and the will of those that stood on that bridge in the heat.

Stand Up Lorain County has become such an amazing community, thank you for being part of it.

$35 a person. Contact Latoska Price for more information at 248.891.6272

Grafton's Independence Day celebrations will take place on Sunday July 5, 2026. The parade and festivities are part of the village’s official commemoration of America's 250th anniversary. 

Line-up: The parade lines up at 2:00 PM at the village Fire Department on Chestnut Street. Start Time: The parade steps off at 3:00 PM. Route: The procession moves through downtown Grafton and ends at Willow Park on state Route 57.

If you are planning to attend, let Pat know HERE

The annual Wellington, Ohio Independence Day Parade will take place on Saturday, July 4, 2026. The procession will begin at 2:30 pm and follow a designated route through the community as part of the village's expanded two-day celebration honoring the nation's 250th anniversary.

Lineup Information: Participants and floats will begin lining up at 2:00 PM on the north side of Cemetery Road, facing State Route 58. Walking groups, marching units, non-motorized bicycles, and animals will stage around Greenwood Cemetery. 

If you are planning to attend, let Pat know HERE.

The 106th annual Rochester 4th of July Homecoming and Parade in Rochester, Ohio will take place on Saturday July 4, 2026, centering around Eagle Street Park and the historic fire station. The parade kicks off at 10:30 a.m. Line is between 9 and 10:15 am. This is the only parade you get to see twice. The parade goes down the street, turns around, and comes back a second time.

If you are planning to attend, let Pat know HERE

Spend the Day Supporting Joe Miller

Joe Miller Annual Golf Outing

Monday, June 29·10:00am–5:00pm Oberlin Golf Club 200 South Pyle Amherst Road Oberlin

Joe Miller Annual Post Golf Outing Birthday Party

Monday, June 29 5:00om – 7:00pm

ESP Brewing Company 8055 Leavitt Road Amherst, OH

The Rural Dems and other local Democrat groups will have a table at this family-friendly event where attendees can visit with vendors, grab lunch, watch performances, dance, play games, and connect with queer and allied community members.

Free event - JOIN US!

Please note: the location has changed due to road construction in Sheffield.‍ ‍New Location: In front of Buckeye Carwash 801 Cleveland Street
Elyria, OH

Join us as we continue Daisie's Victory Tour, stand up for democracy, human rights, and our community. Bring your signs, your energy, and your commitment to peaceful civic engagement.

Please help spread the word and share this location change with anyone who may be planning to attend.

I will not be there physically this weekend but I will be in spirit. 

Also Oberlin has Pride this weekend, it's an amazing event.  Please check it outand support our LGBTQ+ neighbors. 

We hope you’ll join us as we continue standing together, showing up for our community, and making our voices heard. Every person who attends helps remind others that they are not alone and that people across Lorain County care deeply about protecting democracy, human rights, and our shared future.

Please bring: Signs, Water, Sunscreen, Comfortable shoes &Friends and family

We encourage everyone to remain peaceful, respectful, and energized as we gather together in solidarity.

There is so much happening right now that can leave people feeling overwhelmed or discouraged, but collective action matters. Community matters. Showing up matters.

We hope to see you there on Saturday.

Our annual Steak Fry is just days away, and we are looking forward to one of the biggest fundraisers of the year! Don’t miss out on the fun!

To purchase tickets, contact Pat HERE

Come alone or with a group of friends for a fun-filled evening of trivia, socializing, tacos and a silent auction!

JDJ Mobile Entertainment will be hosting again for this Second Trivia Night! In this fast-paced evening, teams answer questions by category. Local Candidates, serving as Trivia Masters, will choose the categories from a Jeopardy-style game board.

Tickets are selling fast! Get your tickets HERE

This Saturday, June 13 from 10am-12pm we continue our Daisy Victory Tour and will gather for the Anti-Birthday protest. We will have music, dancing, signs, and joy to celebrate the America we love and the values we want to protect.

Bring signs that highlight what makes America strong and what we want to preserve and restore:

Signs such as:

We Love Democracy

Freedom for All

United We Stand

Justice and Equality

Protect Our Constitution

Community, Kindness, and Opportunity

In June, we also celebrate the birthdays and contributions of Americans who have shaped our culture, public life, and democracy, including Martha Washington, Elizabeth Warren, Sonia Sotomayor, Gabby Giffords and pride month.

Come ready to dance, connect with neighbors, spread some joy, and stand up for the values that bring us together.

We hope you’ll join us as we continue standing together, showing up for our community, and making our voices heard. Every person who attends helps remind others that they are not alone and that people across Lorain County care deeply about protecting democracy, human rights, and our shared future.

Please bring: Signs, Water, Sunscreen, Comfortable shoes &Friends and family

We encourage everyone to remain peaceful, respectful, and energized as we gather together in solidarity.

There is so much happening right now that can leave people feeling overwhelmed or discouraged, but collective action matters. Community matters. Showing up matters.

We hope to see you there on Saturday.

Sign up HERE

Join in for a joyful celebration of love, inclusion, and community! Come as you are and celebrate ALL diversity in a welcoming and affirming space. All are welcome. All are loved.

Event highlights: Vendors, Speakers, Live Music, Children's Tent, Free Lunch

Co-sponsored by Shores & Islands Ohio

Lorain County Rising is partnering with the city Democratic Clubs across the county to bring a representative from the Ohio Democratic Party's Coordinated Campaign to our next meeting on June 4th in Oberlin! Come share your thoughts and ideas and listen to others share theirs as we prepare for what will be an intense, important, and dare we say existentially important election cycle.

We can do this, but only if we work together!

Thursday, June 4th, 6:30pm, Oberlin Public Library, 65 S. Main Street, Oberlin.

Bring your ideas, your constructive feedback, and your dedication to GET INVOLVED in the work and efforts of this year's campaign season. We'll see you there!

One of our members, Megan Ashley, is on strike. You can show your support for Megan and her fellow LCJFS workers by joining them and other Rural Democrats on the picket line at 10:00 AM on any of the following Fridays: May 8, 15, 22, or 29. Lorain County Jobs and Family Services is located at 4285 North Ridge Road, Elyria.

Signs will be provided.

Meet John Kulewicz, candidate for Ohio Attorney General, and Joe Miller, candidate for Ohio State Senator District 13 at their joint Town Hall Meeting.

One of our members, Megan Ashley, is on strike. You can show your support for Megan and her fellow LCJFS workers by joining them and other Rural Democrats on the picket line at 10:00 AM on any of the following Fridays: May 8, 15, 22, or 29. Lorain County Jobs and Family Services is located at 4285 North Ridge Road, Elyria.

Signs will be provided.

Help support RLCD member, Brenda Buchanan, candidate for Representative in the Ohio 54th

Attend the Kickoff Fundraiser May 16th at The Lodge in New Russia Township.

An ALL-Ohio Artist Silent Auction to further support Brenda will also be held.

One of our members, Megan Ashley, is on strike. You can show your support for Megan and her fellow LCJFS workers by joining them and other Rural Democrats on the picket line at 10:00 AM on any of the following Fridays: May 8, 15, 22, or 29. Lorain County Jobs and Family Services is located at 4285 North Ridge Road, Elyria.

Signs will be provided.

The April meeting will be on Monday May 11, 2026 at the Historic Grafton School located at 111 Elm Street in Grafton. Social time at 6:30 pm and the meeting begins at 7:00 pm. We look forward to seeing you there!