Clarke County Dems (feat. five candidates)
2024-02-08 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Osceola Chamber of Commerce Conference Room, 115 E Washington, Osceola, IA
Our February 8th meeting is super-sized, with five candidates coming! Lanon Baccam & Melissa Vining who want to run against Zach Nunn; Karen Varley- running against Bubba Sorenson (does anyone know what HE’s been doing for us?) Sonya Hicks versus Fry and Nicole Loew versus Amy Sinclair.
Some of our 3rd District Officers may also join us.
It will be an action-packed evening, bring your questions!

Presidential Preference Cards Due
2024-02-19 17:00
The Iowa Democratic Party Caucuses are now more accessible than ever. Iowa Democrats can cast their Presidential Preference by mail. To request a Presidential Preference Card, fill out the online form below or download a printable form, fill it out, email it or return it in the mail.
Filling out the online form is the fastest way to submit your request. The last day to request a Presidential Preference Card is February 19, 2024. Preference Cards will be mailed out starting on January 12, 2024.
This is the process that will determine which candidate Iowa delegates will vote for at the National Democratic Convention.

County Democratic Conventions
2024-03-23 | Multiple
Each Iowa county holds a convention to select delegates to the District and State Conventions.
Delegates are also selected to be members of the Convention committees.

First day to request an Absentee Ballot for Primary Election
2024-03-26 | n/a, n/a, IA

"Spirits" of Freedom Fundraiser
2024-04-14 15:30 | Revelton Distillery, 1400 W Clay St., Osceola, IA
Fundraiser for Nicole Loew, running for Senate District 12 against Amy Sinclair
Speakers:

Senator Sarah Trone Garriott
Senator Pam Jochum
IA House Candidate Karen Varley
IA House Candidate Sonya Hicks
US House Candidate Lanon Baccam
US House Candidate Melissa Vine

Hors D’Oeurves
Live Music
Silent Auction
Tickets at:
https://secure.actblue.com/donate/spirits-of-freedom

Satellite voting petitions due for Primary Election
2024-04-18 17:00 | Multiple
Satellite voting petitions must be submitted no later than 5 pm

Early Voting at Election Offices begins for Primary Election
2024-05-15 | County Election Offices

Last Day to request Absentee Ballot for Primary Election
2024-05-20 17:00 | County Election Offices
Requests must physically be at the Election Office by 5 pm.

Voter Pre-Registration Deadline for Primary Election
2024-05-20 17:00
After 5 pm, all registrations will need to use the Same-Day Voter Registration procedure.

Last Day for In-Person Early Voting for Primary Election
2024-06-03 | County Election Offices

Primary Election Day!
2024-06-04 07:00 - 20:00 | Multiple
Absentee Ballots must physically be in county election offices by 8 pm (postmarks do not count).
You may also surrender your ballot at the polling location and vote in person.

Regular Monthly Meeting
2024-06-13 19:00 - 20:30 | Clarke County Development Corp., 115 E. Main Street, Osceola, IA, United States
County Central Committee business

Tuesday Night in the Park
2024-06-18 17:30 - 20:00 | Clarke County Courthouse Square, 100 Main Street, Osceola, IA
Speeches by Democratic Candidates and Elected Leaders, Music, Food Trucks, BAKE SALE

Osceola's July 4 Parade
2024-07-04 11:00 - 13:00 | Clarke County Courthouse Square, 100 Main Street, Osceola, IA
a’sClarke County Democrats will have float in the 4th of July parade
We will have a shaded table at the afternoon carnival
Candidates may accompany our float or may have their own float or vehicle.

First Day to request an Absentee Ballot
2024-08-27 08:00 - 17:00 | n/a, n/a, IA

Satellite Voting Petitions Due for General Election
2024-09-19 17:00 | County Election Offices
Satellite voting petitions must be submitted no later than 5 pm.

Early Voting at Election Offices begins for General Election
2024-10-16 | County Election Offices

Last Day to request Absentee Ballot for General Election
2024-10-21 17:00 | County Election Offices
The request must physically be in the County Election Office by 5 pm.

Voter Preregistration Deadline for General Election
2024-10-21 17:00 | County Election Offices

Last Day for In-Person Early Voting for General Election
2024-11-04 | County Election Offices

ELECTION DAY
2024-11-05 07:00 - 20:00 | County Election Offices

Demo & Discussion of the Current Political Climate
2025-04-03 15:30 - 20:00 | East Lake Park Event Center, 1/2 mile east of Osceola on the north side of Highway 34, Osceola, IA, United States
How the Sausage is Made
Demo & Discussion of the Current Political Climate
Supper and Speakers

Request Absentee Ballot (County Auditor)
2025-08-26 08:00 - 2025-10-20 17:00 | Multiple
Absentee ballots for the November 2025 City-School Election can be requested from your County Auditor:
starting Tuesday, August 26
through 5:00 pm Monday, October 20

Rural Voices Matter
2025-08-27 18:30 | Weldon Community Center, Weldon, IA
Join us for Conversation & Cookies
Our guest speaker will be Jess Piper, Executive Director of Blue Missouri. Known as the “Dirt Road Democrat,” Jess is a former educator and a fierce advocate for public schools and rural communities. Follow her on social media and her Substack, “The View from Rural Missouri.”

Latino Festival - Osceola
2025-09-06 | Osceola Town Square, 100 S Main St, Osceola, IA, 50213
A vibrant celebration of Latino cultures! Experience the rich traditions, music, and flavors that make Latino cultures so special.

Absentee Voting
2025-10-15 08:00 - 2025-11-03 17:00 | Multiple
Wednesday, October 15: First Day of Absentee Voting
Monday, November 3: Absentee Ballot In-Person Deadline
Tuesday, November 4: Absentee Ballots Receipt Deadline (Election Day)

County Convention - Clarke
2026-03-21 10:00 | Osceola Chamber of Commerce Conference Room, 115 E Washington, Osceola, IA

Clarke Co. Democrats Golf Tournament
2026-05-09 09:30 - 14:30 | Osceola Municipal Golf Course, 00 E. Fayette St., Osceola, IA, 50213, United States
Democrats Golf Tournament
Guest speaker Heather Ryan and candidates to be announced.
$50 per person or $200 per team,
Resiter onsite or you can preregister at: secure.actblue.com/donate/clarkedemsgolf
See facebook for updates.
