Get Out The Vote Party set for Oct. 19 in Damariscotta

U.S. Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (D-Maine) will attend and make remarks at the Oct. 19 Rally for Democracy in Damariscotta.

DAMARISCOTTA — The Lincoln County Democratic Committee is set to host its biannual Rally for Democracy: A Get Out The Vote Party from 3-6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19, outside at the Wells-Hussey American Legion Post 42 in Damariscotta.

Parking is available next door at the CLC-YMCA, at 525 Main St., with accessible spots available at the Legion.

Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows will be the keynote speaker at the Oct. 19 Rally for Democracy in Damariscotta. Photo provided by the secretary of state’s office

Rain or shine, this family friendly event will feature food vendors, a cash bar, and activities for all ages, including rock painting, giant connect four, a bounce house, and a mini Maine makers market. Attendees can meet Democratic candidates, gather voter information, and sign up for GOTV (Get Out The Vote) volunteer efforts.

Short speeches, including remarks by U.S. Congresswoman Chellie Pingree and Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows, will begin at approximately 4 p.m.

This event is free, with food and drink being sold directly by the individual vendors.

The Gulch band plans to play dancable hits from the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s. The band is made up of Griffin Han-LaLime of Damariscotta (bass/vocals), Corey Redonnett of Damariscotta (guitar/vocals), Michael Sevon of Jefferson (drums), and Chuck Benton of Nobleboro (keyboards/vocals).

As part of an ongoing effort for the organization, the LCDC is collecting the following requested items for the Jefferson food pantry throughout October: toilet paper, canned meat, baby diaper wipes and cereal bars.

Donations may be brought to the rally or dropped at the LCDC Campaign Headquarters at 27 River Road. in Newcastle. The office is open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturdays and Sundays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

More details, including a list of food vendors, confirmed candidates, and a way to sign up for an email reminder can be found at lincolncountydemocrats.com.