Upcoming Events
We 'Ain't Buying It!
Tired of spending money at stores that undermine our democracy?
Just in time for Black Friday, there’s a way to strike back. We Ain’t Buying It! is a campaign to boycott Amazon, Home Depot and Target from Thanksgiving through next Monday. See more at https://weaintbuyingit.com/
After Disney+ cancelled Jimmy Kimmell two months ago, they lost 3 million subscribers. Hulu, which Disney owns, lost 4.1 million subscribers.
Shop local!
Our local stores and shops need your business, and you support jobs for our friends and neighbors.
We have the power right in our wallets to defend democracy. Let’s use it!
CADC General Meeting
Our next general meeting is on Friday, November 21st, at 6PM at our headquarters (46 W. Louther Street) . All registered Democrats are invited to attend.
Municipal Election
Polls are open on election day from 7 A.M. - 8 P.M.
Last day to register to vote: Oct. 20, 2025
Last day to request a mail-in or absentee ballot: Oct. 28, 2025
Re-Declaration Ceremony
At 2 PM Wednesday, October 29, a group of Central Pennsylvania citizens will gather in the rotunda of the Pennsylvania Capitol for a ceremonial reading of the Declaration of Independence. As the 250 th anniversary of the founding of our country approaches, celebrations of this momentous event are planned across the nation with the Declaration of Independence as the centerpiece. This historic document articulates the philosophical, factual, and legal bases for the founding of our nation, setting forth the principles of individual rights including "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness" and the right of the people to resist agovernment that violates these principles – concepts and history relevant to our country today. We need volunteers to read individual paragraphs from the Declaration, and we will provide index cards with quotations. To allow this to happen in an orderly way, please let us know if you will attend, and if you are willing to read out loud a paragraph from our founding document. We have a permit issued by the state for this gathering.
NO KINGS DAY
Save the date for No Kings Day Harrisburg and No Kings Day Carlisle on Saturday, October 18th.
The Harrisburg event will be at 11am-1pm. For more information, click here: No Kings Day, Harrisburg.
The Carlisle event will be from 4-6pm, at the square downtown. For more information, please click here: No Kings Day, Carlisle.
These events are at different times, so we encourage you to attend both!
Cumberland County Dems General Meeting
The Full County meeting for the Cumberland County Democratic Committee will be held on the afternoon of Saturday, October 4th at the Middle School in Mechanicsburg: 1750 S. Market Street.
Please click here to register via Mobilize and learn more.
Cumberland County Dems Coffee and Conversation
The Cumberland County Democrats will open the doors on Saturday, Sept 27 for Coffee and Conversation. Please drop in!
Dining for Democracy Fundraiser
Join us for a memorable evening with the Dickinson College Democrats and an extra special speaker. THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT.
Standing with our Immigrant Neighbors
Cumberland Valley Rising, a leading organization dedicated to freedom and equal rights, announced an upcoming event titled “Standing with Our Immigrant Neighbors: Learn, Train and Take Action to Support Immigrant Rights in Cumberland Valley.”
This free public event will take place on Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ in Mechanicsburg, 626 Williams Grove Rd, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055.
Click on link below to register. Standing with our Immigrant Neighbors Event
CADC General Meeting
All registered Democrats are welcome to join us for our General Meeting. We’ll be learning about the Judge Retention issue on this year’s ballot and discuss plans for the upcoming election season.
Saturday, August 23, at Cumberland County HQ. 11 am
Rick Christie Launch Party
All are welcome to this Free Event to launch Rick Christie’s campaign for the PA House 199th. You can donate at this link: Christie for the 199th.
Juneteenth Block Party
CADC invites YOU to help Hope Station celebrate Juneteenth. This annual event will feature over 40 venders, live music, a DJ, and kids activities. Check out their brand new webpage for the entire weeklong event schedule: www.carlislehopestation.org/
Carlisle Pride 2025
Each year in June, Carlisle Pride hosts a full week of Pride events, filled with vibrant celebrations, educational programming, and opportunities for connection. From parades and performances to panel discussions and family-friendly activities, Pride Week in Carlisle is a time to honor the past, celebrate the present, and build a brighter, more inclusive future for all.
Click here for the full schedule.
Fundraiser for Lt. Governor Austin Davis
Come out to support Lt. Gov Austin Davis in Carlisle, PA. Click here for tickets.
General Meeting
All registered Democrats are invited to join us. We’ll discuss the recent Primary Election and elect our new CADC officers for the upcoming year.
Celebrate the Slate
You are invited to join the Cumberland County Democratic Committee for our annual fundraiser, Celebrate the Slate! Join us as we congratulate the winners of the upcoming Primary Election and gear up for an important Municipal/Judicial election this November.
100% of the proceeds from this event will go to support electoral activities aimed at building on our momentum as we get closer to turning Cumberland County Blue.
If you haven't already, purchase your sponsorship or tickets today by clicking here: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/celebratetheslate2
Looking forward to seeing you there!
Fundraiser for Sasha Sacavage
Help Elect an Experienced, Compassionate Judge for Cumberland County
Please join Commissioner Jean Foschi for a special event to support Sasha Sacavage! Click here to rsvp or donate.
🗓️ DATE: Thursday May 8, 2025
⏰ TIME: 5pm - 630pm
📍 LOCATION: Mechanicsburg, PA
Rally to Support the Courts
CADC invites all persons who support the Rule of Law (this is a non-partisan event) to come out and show your support for the lawyers and judges who are on the front line of our democracy. This is taking place in downtown Carlisle at the County Courthouse. There is a great line of of speakers scheduled.
Click here for more info and here to RSVP.
Click here for shareable press release.
Political Trivia Night
Who knows the most about POLITICS??? Bring your group and get competitive! No cost, prizes for the winners, food and drink will be available. See you there!
General Meeting and Petition Signing
We will hear from candidates for the School Board and Borough Council. Afterward, at 12 pm (approximately) we’ll have petitions available for all races. Please come and help us get our candidates on the Primary Ballot.
Paula's Birthday Bash
You’re invited to a Fundraiser for Citizens for Carlisle Schools
HOSTED BY:
Chuck, Alex & Nate Bussard, Rick Galena, Carole & Tom DeWall, Brittany & Sean Crampsie, Francis Nash & Sherron Biddle, Jen Dieter, Bonnie & Jerry Fowler, Kathleen Gorak, Beth Hinton, Tim Potts & Lu Conser, Molly & Joe Shane, Maryann Brenneman, Maren Bertelsen, Carol & Bill Turner, Christina Benson & Jay Layman, Eric & Tammy Kiehl, Marsha & Ron Mentzer, Jon & Nancy Tarrant, Bruce & Kim Clash (host committee in formation)
With Special Guest:
Mayor Sean Shultz
Ticket Price
From $25.00 to $500.00
General Meeting
Please join us for our last meeting of the year. All registered Democrats are invited to attend. Location: Cumberland Co. Dems HQ (46 W. Louther St.)
GOTV Rally with Kamala Harris
Kamala Harris will hold a rally in Harrisburg on Wednesday from 1-5pm! Sign up on the website for location and more details:
Blue Wall Bus Tour!
The Blue Wall Governors’ Bus Tour is coming to Carlisle this Sunday to rally for Kamala Harris and Tim Walz. Join us in welcoming Governor Tony Evers from Wisconsin, Governor Gretchen Whitmer from Michigan and our very own Governor Josh Shapiro this Sunday. You won't want to miss this. Sign up via Mobilize so we know you're coming! Feel free to share this link with others:
Cumberland Valley Rising Rally on the Square
WE know what democracy looks like — bring your signs and support for Janelle Stelson (v Perry), Mark Temons (v Keefer), Rick Christie (v Gleim), John Flood (v Kutz) and Sara Agerton (v Delosier).
Get out the Vote. Community Soul Food Dinner
There is no cost to attend, but registration is required via an email with your name and the number of attendees to pastorijberry@gmail.com.
Molly Pitcher’s Bday
Come by our table and say “hi”. We’ll have voter info, new buttons, signs and more!
Besties & Bracelets 4 Kamala
Join us for a night of crafting and community as we make bracelets and learn more about ways to "do something" for this upcoming election!
RSVP here.
Rick Christie for State Rep Fundraiser
Our Democracy Matters. Please join hosts: Rick Coplen, Blake Lynch, Mike O’Brien and George Scott
Tickets available here.
Pizza and postcards
CADC is teaming up with CVR (Cumberland Valley Rising) for a night of postcard writing, pizza, and fun at Misenos II. Please RSVP to: cumberlandvalleyrising@gmail.com