OCTOBER
October 22nd
From 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
68th NAACP Freedom Fund Banquet
Four Points by Sheraton Cleveland-Eastlake
35000 Curtis Blvd, Eastlake, OH 44095, USA
October 21, 2026
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Modern Methods Brewing
Free parking in the Franklin Street Parking Deck
Paid parking at the corner of Franklin St. and North Park Ave.
Remarks at 6:00 PM.
October 14th
From 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Maria’s Listening Tour
Mentor Ridge Health and Rehabilitation Center
8151 Norton Parkway | Mentor, Ohio 44060
Light snacks and refreshments
Please RSVP by calling 440.299.5500 or emailing Jennifer at Jennifer.Gambitta@mentor-ridge.net
October 14th
From 4:30 PM-7:00 PM
Data Center Zoning Portage RPC
Crestwood Central Offices
10880 John Edward Dr | Mantua, OH 44255, USA
October 8th
Begins at 6:00 PM
Meet and Greet with the Candidates – A Lake County Democratic Party Event
Lake County Democratic Party Campaign Office
7547 Mentor Ave #107 | Mentor, Ohio 44060
October 4th
From 3:00 to 5:30
Meet the Candidates – A Geauga County Democratic Party Event
Veterans Legacy Woods
14085 Ravenna Rd, Newbury Township, OH 44065, USA
October 2-3, 2026
ACAP National Conference | Seattle, Washington
Maria Jukic, President of ACAP’s Cleveland Chapter and a member of the ACAP National Board, will join a panel of national leaders at ACAP’s conference in Seattle.
October’s Small Business Listening Tour Includes:
Lake County Chamber of Commerce
County Veterans Service Commission
Geauga Growth Partnership
Ohio Farm Bureau Federation – Ashtabula, Geauga, Lake, and Trumbull counties
SEPTEMBER
September 29-30, 2026
National Reform Summit | Washington, DC
National Press Club and the U.S. Capitol Building in Washington, D.C
Organized by the Balance and Accountability PAC (also known as BAC PAC), this event focuses on grassroots advocacy, political ethics, and systemic campaign finance reforms.
September 26 – 27, 2026
61st Grape Jamboree
Downtown Geneva
September 27th
From 3:00 to 5:00
Lake County Dems Get Out the Vote Rally
Candoren Guest House
448 Mentor Ave | Painesville, Ohio 44077
Saturday, September 26, 1:00 – 4:00 pm
Mahoning Valley People’s Action Alliance Healthcare Town Hall
From hospital access and rising costs to long waits, staffing shortages, and difficulty getting the care families need, our Mahoning Valley community deserves answers and solutions to today’s healthcare crisis. Join your neighbors for an important town hall discussion about the future of healthcare in our community. Hear what’s happening, share your experiences, ask questions, and learn what we can do together to promote access to quality, affordable care.
Hosted at IUE-CWA Local 717 Union Hall, an accessible location
950 Sferra Ave NW, Warren, OH 44483
Event Information
September 26th
From 10:00am – 12:00pm
Warren City Community Meeting with Counsilman Greg Greathouse
1700 Atlantic St NE, Warren, OH 44483, USA
Thursday, September 24, 5:00 – 8:00 pm
MARIA’S LISTENING TOUR – HOFF’S BAR
17711 Ravenna Rd, Chagrin Falls, OH
Come share what’s on your mind, ask the questions you want answered, and talk about the issues affecting your community and your quality of life. Maria’s listening. The mic is yours.
Thursday, September 17,⋅4:00 pm
Youngstown State University Student Government Candidates Forum
Thursday, September 17,⋅6:00 pm
Portage County Chairman’s Circle Event
Thursday, September 17,⋅7:00 pm
Shalersville Rally Against Data Centers
Tuesday, September 15, 6 – 8 pm
Candidate Event with Maria Jukic
Come out and meet Maria Jukic, our democratic nominee running for US Representative for Ohio District 14 – our voting district! Maria will speak at 7 pm. You can also meet and mingle with other democratic and pro-democracy voters from the Chardon School District area. The park offers pickleball, tennis, volleyball, and a playground, with cornhole boards set up and live music. Bring the kids and enjoy the evening. Light snacks, refreshments, and candidate literature provided!
Munson Township Park: 12641 Bass Lake Rd, Chardon, OH 44024
TENATIVE – Tuesday, September 15, 1:00 – 7:00 pm
Your Voice | Your Vote | Your Power: Kent State University
League of Women Voters
Kent State University, 800 E. Summit St., Kent, OH 44242
Tuesday, September 15,⋅11:00 am – 1:00 pm
UAW Retirees luncheon
Monday, September 14,⋅11:00 am – 1:00 pm
UAW Retirees luncheon
Saturday, September 12, 2:00-4:00 pm
Candidate Forum in Cortland
OSU Extension, 520 W. Main Street, Cortland, OH 44410
https://www.facebook.com/events/1437385025207454
Thursday, September 10,⋅5:30 pm
The Mahoning County Democratic Party Hall of Fame Dinner
Basilica of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Social Hall (Mount Carmel Banquet Center), 349 Via Mt Carmel Ave, Youngstown, OH 44505.
Keynote Speaker: Congressman Tim Ryan.
Highlights: Inducting four new members into the hall of fame and honoring outgoing county Commissioner Carol.
Register here
Sunday, September 6, 10 am-4 pm
4th annual: Ashtabula Local Food Festival
1022 Bridge Street, Ashtabula, OH
https://ashtabulalocalfoodfestival.org/2026-5th-annual-ashtabula-local-food-festival/
AUGUST
Thursday, August 27, 2026, 5:30-7:30 pm
Meet and Greet with Kristen Rock
The Logan Farm, 9605 Stoddard Hayes Rd. (Kinsman)
Thursday, August 27, 2026, 3:30-6:00 pm
Meet and Greet with Oakey Emery For Ashtabula County Auditor
657 Detroit St, Conneaut, OH
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Portage County Fair
Maria walks the Portage County Fair—a classic county fair with livestock, youth exhibits, food, entertainment, demolition derbies, and truck/tractor pulls.
4215 Fairground Rd., Atwater, OH 44201
Sunday, August 23, 2026
Annual Geauga County Steak Roast
Steak Roast with Jennifer Brunner, Seth Walsh and Mayor Annette Blackwell
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Meet the Candidate at Becky’s at Cleveland State University
Join Maria with her law school friends and classmates to learn about Maria’s campaign.
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Trumbull County Democratic Party Fundraiser
Sunday, August 16, 2026
Feast of the Assumption Picnic, Croatian Center, Mulberry Road
Maria and team will spend the day at the Croatian Center talking to citizens and enjoying traditional Croatian food, drink, and music.
Saturday, August 15, 2026
Mentor CityFest Parade
Maria walks in the Mentor CityFest Parade, joining neighbors and community members to celebrate one of Lake County’s favorite summer traditions.
Saturday, August 15, 2026
Ashtabula County Fair
Maria visits the Ashtabula County Fair, joins the Ashtabula County Democratic Party booth, and enjoys fair food and festivities.
Saturday, August 15, 2026
Lake County Pride
Maria joins the Lake County Pride celebration and visits the Democratic booth to connect with community members, listen to residents, and celebrate inclusion across Northeast Ohio.
Friday, August 14, 2026, 2 p.m.
Mahoning Valley People’s Action Alliance Town Hall
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Jayson Noscal Campaign Fundraiser
Maria joins community leaders and supporters at a fundraiser for Jayson Noscal’s campaign for Ashtabula County Commissioner.
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Shalersville Trustees Meeting about Data Center
Sunday, August 9, 2026
Italian Festival Parade, Warren
Maria and team walk in the Italian Festival Parade, joining neighbors and community members to celebrate one of Trumbull County’s favorite events.
Monday, August 3, 2026
Community Meeting – USWA Local 1375 Hall
Maria meets with community members at the USWA Local 1375 Hall in Warren to listen to local concerns and discuss issues affecting working families and Northeast Ohio.
Sunday, August 2, 2026
Community Appearance – Lake County Fair
Maria walks the Lake County Fair in Painesville, meeting neighbors, listening to residents, and celebrating one of Northeast Ohio’s favorite summer traditions.
Saturday, August 1, 2026
Community Appearance – Ohio Democratic Party Annual Dinner
Maria attends the Ohio Democratic Party Annual Dinner in Columbus, joining Democratic leaders, candidates, elected officials, and supporters from across Ohio to connect with fellow advocates and discuss the future of the state.
Saturday, August 1, 2026
Community Appearance – Medicare at 61: Reopen Our Hospital Rally
Maria joins Trumbull County residents and healthcare advocates in Warren to recognize Medicare’s legacy and support access to quality local healthcare.
JULY
PAST EVENTS
Sunday, July 12, 2026
Community Engagement – Geauga Dems Ice Cream Social
Maria attends the Geauga Democrats Ice Cream Social, meeting with community members, enjoying free ice cream and watermelon, and talking about getting involved this election cycle.
Monday, July 13, 2026
Community Engagement – Conneaut City Council Meeting
Maria speaks at the Conneaut City Council meeting, listening to residents and sharing her perspective on community concerns surrounding proposed data center development.
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Community Engagement – Geauga County Farmland Preservation Plan Input Session
Maria attends the Geauga County Farmland Preservation Plan input session, hearing from residents and community leaders about preserving farmland, supporting local agriculture, and protecting Geauga County’s rural character.
Thursday, July 16, 2026
Campaign Kickoff – Geauga County
Maria launches her Geauga County campaign kickoff, connecting with supporters, volunteers, and community members as she builds a grassroots campaign across the district.
Tuesday, July 28th 2026
Community Appearance – Lake County Fair Parade
Maria rides in the Lake County Fair Parade with Tom Trombley, candidate for Lake County Commissioner, greets parade-goers, and hands out candy to families lining the route.
Thursday, July 30, 2026
Campaign Kickoff – Ashtabula County
Maria launches her Ashtabula County campaign kickoff, meeting with supporters, community members, and volunteers as she builds a grassroots movement across the district.
JUNE
PAST EVENTS
June 4–7, 2026
Community Appearance – University of Notre Dame Alumni Reunion
Maria returns to the University of Notre Dame for her class reunion, reconnecting with classmates and fellow alumni while participating in reunion events and educational programs.
Saturday, June 13, 2026
Community Appearance – Ashtabula County Democratic Party Headquarters Opening
Maria joins community leaders, volunteers, and local organizers for the opening of the Ashtabula County Democratic Party’s new headquarters in Andover.
Friday, June 19, 2026
Community Appearance – Kirtland Strawberry Festival Parade
Maria walks in the Kirtland Strawberry Festival Parade, connecting with neighbors and celebrating a beloved Northeast Ohio community tradition.
Thursday, June 25, 2026
Campaign Kickoff – Lake County
Maria launches her Lake County campaign kickoff, bringing together supporters, volunteers, and community members to celebrate the start of her grassroots campaign in the district.
Saturday, June 20, 2026
Community Appearance – Juneteeth at Painesville Square
Maria joins the Juneteenth celebration at Painesville Square, spending time with community members, dancing, and celebrating the occasion. She also visits with Christine Shoop, Painesville City Councilwoman for Ward 1.
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Community Appearance – Supporting Kristen Rock for Trumbull County Commissioner
Maria joins Kristen Rock in Warren, meeting with neighbors and community members to hear their priorities and discuss the future of Trumbull County.
MAY
PAST EVENTS
MAY 2, 2026
Meet and Greet
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Blu Bee Cafe, 1493 Mentor Ave, Painesville
APRIL
PAST EVENTS
APRIL 29, 2026
Candidate Q and A – Trumbull County Democratic Party
5:30 p.m.
Trumbull County Democratic Party Headquarters, 36 Youngstown Warren Road, Niles
APRIL 28, 2026
Geauga County Democratic Party
7:00 p..m.
APRIL 26, 2026
Meet and Greet
4:00 – 6:00 p..m.
Harbor Garden, 1022 Bridge Street, Ashtabula
APRIL 25, 2026
National Day of Action, Stop ICE Warehouse Detention
2:00 – 4:00 p..m.
Courthouse Square, Warren
APRIL 24, 2026
Meet and Greet
5:30 – 7:30 p..m.
Geraci’s in Downtown Willoughby, 4127 Erie Street, Willoughby
APRIL 23, 2026
Meet and Greet
5:00 – 7:00 p..m.
Reithoffer’s—affectionately known as Hoff’s, Chagrin Falls
APRIL 21, 2026
Meet and Greet
5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Cafe 422, Warren
APRIL 19, 2026
Coffee and Conversation
2:00 – 4:00 p..m.
Harbor Perk, Ashtabula
APRIL 11, 2026
Candidate Forum
10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p..m.
Lakeland Community College, Building H
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APRIL 4, 2026
Meet Some of Your Local Dem Candidates: Sec of State, Attn General, District 14 Representatives
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
at Mentor Beach Park Pavilion (Mentor)
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APRIL 3, 2026
Meet Some of Your Local Dem Candidates: Sec of State, Attn General, District 14 Representatives
5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
at OSU Extension – Agricultural Center (Cortland)
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MARCH 22, 2026
Kolache Meet & Greet
1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
at Croatian Lodge Party Center (Eastlake)
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MARCH 11, 2026
Friends & Family Fundraiser
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
at Create-A-Space (Willowick)
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