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Show your support for democracy on Flag Day
June 1, 2026
Reporting by Mary Vitcenda
Want to show your support for democracy and respect for the spirit of Flag Day that’s more authentic than a UFC cage match or a questionable Arc de Trump? If so,we encourage you to either attend an organized event in your area or plan one yourself with friends and neighbors. Here’s information on three area Flag Day (Sunday, June 14) events you can attend:
· Sidewalk No Kings rally, noon to 2 p.m., corner of U.S. 63 and Wisconsin 27 in Hayward. Show your support for democracy, free speech, and rule of law. Bring a flag or a sign expressing your thoughts on this Flag Day. Dress for the weather, bring water and sun screen, and as always be peaceful. Up North Engaged and the Democratic Party of Sawyer County and Lac Courte Oreilles Reservation are hosting the Hayward gathering. Contact sc.lco.dems@gmail.com or Barb Czarnecki at bczar02@gmail.com with any questions.
· Aquafest Grand Parade, 12:30 p.m., Main Street, Rice Lake. Join the Barron County Democrats in this Flag Day parade. Contact Pat Edwardsen at patedwardsen@gmail.com for more information.
· Hands Across the Bong Bridge, 12:30 to 3 p.m., assemble on either side of the Richard I Bong Bridge between Superior and Duluth. Register and see more information on Mobilize. The event is sponsored by Duluth Indivisible.
Again, we support and encourage you to participate in Flag Day gatherings in the area. Or call your friends and neighbors and organize your own.
You also might want to host a watch party for the No Kings “Rise Up. Sing Out!” concert in New York City at 6:30 p.m. Central. Learn more on the No Kings national site.
Thank you for showing up and speaking out!
March for democracy in area parades, staff Dems booth at LCO powwow—and more
June 4, 2026
You have plenty of chances to show your support for democracy and for the Sawyer County and LCO Democratic Party at upcoming events this summer and early fall.
First up is the Musky Fest parade on June 28 in Hayward. Last up is the Cranberry Fest parade Oct. 3 in Stone Lake. In between are community parades in Winter, Radisson, and Exeland. And don’t forget our local party booth at the Honor the Earth Powwow July 17-19 near Hayward.
Email sc.lco.dems@gmail.com to volunteer for parades and the powwow. Or email Louise Ladenthin, local party co-chair at ladenthinlouise@gmail.com. See the list below for details.
Other volunteer opportunities
We’re also looking for volunteers for two other projects:
· Staffing our new office at the intersection of Hwys B and K from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays. To volunteer for office duty, email sc.lco.dems@gmail.com or Barb Czarnecki at bczar02@gmail.com.
· Assisting with the Heart of the North candidates picnic from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, August 8, at Ojibwa Town Park. To volunteer for Heart of the North duties, email sc.lco.dems@gmail.com or Paul DeMain at skabewis@hotmail.com. See the poster below for details.
Just a reminder
Volunteering with other Democrats lifts our spirits and promotes solidarity. What’s more, interacting with the public at community events helps advance our ultimate goal of getting out the vote for Democrats in the November 3 general election.
Musky Fest parade
1 p.m., Sunday, June 28; Main Street, Hayward
Call Louise Ladenthin, party co-chair, at (715) 415-5267 a day or so before for your lineup location.
July Jubilee parade
Noon, Saturday, July 4; Main Street, Winter
Call Louise at (715) 415-5267 a day or so before for your lineup location.
Honor the Earth Homecoming Celebration and Powwow
*Grand Entry 7 p.m., Friday, July 17; Volunteer shifts approx 4 p.m. to 8 p.m *Grand Entries 1 & 7 p.m., Saturday, July 18; Volunteer shifts approx 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. *Grand Entry 1 p.m., Sunday, July 19; Volunteer shifts approx 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. **Grand entries are in the main arena. Sawyer County and LCO Dems will host a booth all three days of the powwow and we encourage you to join us!
Call or email Louise at (715) 415-5267 or ladenthinlouise@gmail.comwith any questions.
Harvest Fest parade
Noon, Sunday, August 9; Main Street, Radisson
Call Louise at (715) 415-5267 a day or so before for your lineup location.
Trout Fest parade
Noon, Sunday, September 6; Main Street, Exeland
Call Louise at (715) 415-5267 a day or so before for your lineup location.
Cranberry Fest parade
1 p.m., Saturday, October 3; Main Street, Stone Lake
Call Louise at (715) 415-5267 a day or so before for your lineup location.
Want to volunteer?
Watch this page for information about volunteer opportunities, including both political and community events. Email us at sc.lco.dems@gmail.com for more information.
