Get Involved: Events That Inform, Inspire, and Unite
The Clarke County Dems hosts a Speaker Series several times a year, featuring local leaders, policy experts, and activists who address the most pressing issues facing our community—such as voting rights, public education, healthcare access, and climate change. These events are designed to inform, inspire, and empower residents to engage with the democratic process and advocate for meaningful change.
In addition to the Speaker Series, we also hold community events like concerts, family-friendly gatherings, and social meet-ups. These events create opportunities for neighbors to connect, build relationships, and celebrate the values we share. Whether you’re looking to stay informed or just have fun with like-minded people, there’s a way to get involved.
Check back often—upcoming events will be added here as dates and details become available.
RALLY
NO KINGS RALLY IN BERRYVILLE
Saturday, October 18, 2025
TWO PM
COMMUNITY EVENT
DEMS FAMILY PICNIC
Friday, October 10, 2025
5:30 PM
MEET & GREET CANDIDATES
SHANE BOSWELL, DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATE FOR HOUSE OF DELEGATES
Friday, September 19, 2025
6PM-8PM
MEET & GREET CANDIDATES
SHANE BOSWELL, DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATE FOR HOUSE OF DELEGATES
Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025
6:30PM-8:30PM
SPEAKER SERIES
Clarke’s Comprehensive Plan with George Ohrstrom, Chair of the Clarke County Planning Commission
June 24, 2025
RALLY
NO KINGS IN AMERICA
June 14, 2025
COMMUNITY EVENT
FAMILY FUN FEST
May 30, 2025
RALLY
MAY FIRST PROTEST
May 1, 2025
SPEAKER SERIES
Funding Cuts: The Department of Education and USAID with Dr. Rick Bolling, Clarke Co. Public Schools Superintendent
April 10, 2025
SPEAKER SERIES
Building a Resilient Tomorrow with Alice Hill, Senior Fellow 4th the Council on Foreign Relations
March 8, 2025
SPEAKER SERIES
Elder Care Challenges & Issues in Our Region with Dr. Jack Potter, MD
February 27, 2025
COMMUNITY EVENT
Dems Family Picnic
October 3, 2024
SPEAKER SERIES
Election Integrity. Learn how Clarke County impartially administers fair, free and transparent elections with Barbara Bosserman, Clarke County Director of Elections and General Registrar
September 12, 2024
SPEAKER SERIES
Afro-American Perspectives on the Desegregation of Clarke County Schools. Personal recollections.
July 13, 2024
COMMUNITY EVENT
JAZZ & LIFE ARE BETTER WITH COLLABORATION.
May 25, 2024
SPEAKER SERIES
Data Centers in Virginia with George Ohrstrom, Member of the Piedmont Environmental Council and Chair of the Clarke Co. Planning Commission
May 15, 2024
SPEAKER SERIES
Clarke Looks Ahead Two Key Investments to prepare for the Future: Broadband Connectivity and Solar Energy with Doug M. Laurence, Member of the Clarke Co. Board of Supervisors and Chris Boies, County Administrator
April 25, 2024
SPEAKER SERIES
Keeping our Community Safe: A conversation with our Sheriff, with Sheriff Travis Sumption
March 19, 2024
SPEAKER SERIES
Nutrition Access and Outreach. How do we help our neighbors in need? with Anne Cushman, Director of FISH of Clarke County and Margie Sollee, Nutrition Educator
February 20, 2024