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Summer 2010 Programs:

PRIMARY SEASON: MEET YOUR CANDIDATES FOR GOVERNOR!
Tuesday, June 8, 2010, 6:00 p.m.

A unique opportunity to meet and talk with your Connecticut candidates for Governor before the primary election in August. Sponsored by the Hartford Votes ~ Hartford Vota Coalition.

PRIMARY SEASON: MEET YOUR CANDIDATES FOR SECRETARY OF STATE!
Tuesday, June 15, 2010, 6:00 p.m.

A unique opportunity to meet and talk with your Connecticut candidates for Secretary of State before the primary election in August. Sponsored by the Hartford Votes ~ Hartford Vota Coalition.

PRIMARY SEASON: MEET YOUR CANDIDATES FOR U.S. SENATOR!
Tuesday, June 22, 2010, 6:00 p.m.

A unique opportunity to meet and talk with your Connecticut candidates for U.S. Senator before the primary election in August. Sponsored by the Hartford Votes ~ Hartford Vota Coalition.

STATE SENATORS & STATE REPRESENTATIVES PRIMARY CANDIDATE FORUM
Tuesday, July 13, 2010, 6:00 p.m.

Come and hear from the candidates who will be on the ballot for the August 10th primary! Sponsored by the Hartford Votes ~ Hartford Vota Coalition.

Previous Programs:

HARTFORD VIADUCT STUDY – PUBLIC WORKSHOP #2
Thursday, March 25, 2010, 6:00 pm

The HUB of Hartford Committee invites you to discuss a series of conceptual alternatives to the current I-84 Viaduct and its future role in the city and region. Sponsored by Capital Region Council of Governments (CRCOG) and hosted by the Hartford Public Library.

CAMPAIGN FINANCE REFORM: MONEY & POLITICS IN CONNECTICUT AND THE NATION
Monday, March 15, 2010, 6:00 pm

The Citizens’ Elections Program – Connecticut’s public financing of elections – may face changes due to a recent court ruling in the Green Party of CT vs. Garfield case. Join the Hartford Votes ~ Hartford Vota Coalition for a panel discussion on the issues of money in politics and campaign finance reform, and how it affects Connecticut. Sponsored by the Hartford Votes ~ Hartford Vota Coalition.

MAKING THE COUNT: BUILDING HARTFORD THROUGH THE 2010 CENSUS
Wednesday, March 10, 2010, 6:00 pm

A community discussion on the importance of the Census for the City of Hartford. Panelists include John Settlage, Neag School of Education, University of Connecticut, “Hartford Children’s Zone”, Russell Hicks, Local Census Officer Manager, Hartford, CT, and Lilian Ruiz, Director of Human Relation, City of Hartford. This program is sponsored by the Youth Professionals of the Urban League of Greater Hartford, Hartford Revived Network, Hartford Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., and the Hartford Public Library.

CONCERNED ABOUT POLITICS? WHERE DO CANDIDATES COME FROM AND WHY SHOULD YOU CARE?
Tuesday, February 23, 2010, 6:00 pm
Snow date: Thursday, February 25, 2010, 6:00 pm

Political parties and Town Committees are a vital piece of local government, as they select the candidates who run for office on their party’s ticket. Come learn about how Town Committees function, how parties select candidates to run for office, and meet the candidates for the March 2nd election! Invited parties include: Democratic, Green, Republican, and Working Families. This program is sponsored by the Hartford Votes ~ Hartford Vota Coalition.

HARTFORDINFO TODAY – ECONOMIC RECOVERY: CREATING JOBS IN HARTFORD AND THE REGION featuring Congressman John B. Larson
Tuesday, February 16, 2010, 5:00 pm

While many economic indicators suggest that the recession is coming to an end, a full recovery will not be possible until the high number of unemployed can find jobs.  The Obama administration has turned its attention to job creation.  Connecticut Congressman John B. Larson is leading the congressional effort to get a jobs bill adopted by Congress.  Come hear Congressman Larson discuss job creation as a vital element in economic recovery, his thoughts on a federal jobs creation program, and what it will mean for Hartford and the region. A group of panelists will join the Congressman in offering their comments and thoughts. Bring your ideas to share with the Congressman!

EDUCATION 2010: THE ACHIEVEMENT GAP
Wednesday, January 20, 2010, 6 pm

The first in a three-part series of community conversations about ideas and possible solutions to the challenges facing our education system, focusing on the achievement gap. This conversation will focus on issues including parent involvement, the Sheff case settlement, charter schools, children with disabilities, and the role of race. A diverse and distinguished panel will make a brief presentation followed by breakout sessions. This program is sponsored by the Hartford Public Library, Hartford 2000, and Organizing for Connecticut. 

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