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So you’ve already voted in the midterm elections today, but want to take in the results with a caring crowd? (It’s best not to be alone in these trying times, after all.) Thankfully, these Cleveland area bars and restaurants are here to help you, depending on which way the results go, celebrate with a stein or cry into your gin and tonic.

Happy Dog at the Euclid Tavern
When: 8:30 p.m.
This free event is put on by the American Constitution Society, and expect there to be free drinks on a first come, first serve basis.
Find out more here.

Tributary
When: 6 p.m.
CHA Pizza is hosting a pop-up election watch party event at Tributary on Detroit Ave. Drinks are served by the bar.
Find out more here.

The Side Quest
When: 7 p.m.
Side Quest is inviting family and friends out to its election results party to take in the news of what and who has won.
Find out more here.

Foundry Kitchen & Bar
When: 7:30 p.m.
This Elyria event is put on by Democratic candidates Janet Garrett, Shari Sweda and Joe Miller. Snacks will be provided.
Find out more here.

The Bottlehouse
When: 7:30 p.m.
Hosted by Moms Demand Action, this Cleveland Heights event is cheering on gun sense candidates as the tallies come in.
RSVP for the event here.

Windows on the River
When: 7 p.m.
Hosted by the Cuyahoga County Democratic Party, watch for Steve Dettelbach and Armond Budish sightings, the event includes party favors and positive energy. The event officially starts at 7:40 p.m.
Find out more here.

Mahall’s
When: 7 p.m.
The Lakewood Election Watch Party is hosted by the Lakewood Democratic Club, Action Together Lakewood Area, State Rep. Nickie J. Antonio and a few other groups. Food is provided, along with a cash bar.
Find out more here.

CLE Urban Winery
When: 7 p.m.
Expect a can-do attitude at this watch party, along with free appetizers. Wearing an “I Voted” sticker gets you 10 percent off on wine.
Find out more here.

Jukebox
When: 5 p.m.
The election results are coming at you live during this Jukebox event. Note that your “I Voted” sticker gets you a $1 off and the spot’s Beast of a Burger with chips is just $7.
Find out more here.

Even if you can’t make it out to any of these events, the Ohio Secretary of State’s office is posting election results in real time right here, after polls close at 7:30 p.m. If we missed any events please reach out and let us know. 

This article appears in Oct 31 – Nov 6, 2018.