Winneshiek County Democrats Fall Picnic Oct. 1

The Winneshiek County Democrats will host a Fall Picnic in the Park for county Democrats of all ages on Sunday, Oct. 1, at Whalen Park. The event will feature kids’ activities at 3:30 p.m., speakers at 4:15 p.m., and supper at 5 p.m. Sloppy Joes, vegetarian option, salads, desserts and beverages will be served.

Guest speakers include Iowa State Democratic Party Chair Rita Hart, State Representative Sharon Steckman and State Representative J.D. Scholten. 

Hart served six years as a state representative. She took over the leadership of the state party in 2023. Steckman represents District # 59 and is the ranking member of the House Education Committee. J. D Scholten is the state representative for District # one. He was a professional baseball player before running for Congress. 

“This will be an opportunity for local Democrats to socialize as well as sharing comments about strategies for the 2024 elections,” stated County Chair Carl Haakenstad. 

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