Rep. Linda Sánchez Holds Weekend Events in Whittier
Career Event for Youth Provides Job Opportunities and "Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day" Honors Local Veterans
Whittier - Rep. Linda Sánchez (D-CA) welcomes constituents to attend two free events the weekend of March 28-29, 2009 in Whittier, CA. On Saturday, March 28, she will host a public forum on job opportunities for youth, "Hands-On Careers for Creative Minds," to help connect constituents with new employment opportunities.
On Sunday, March 29, Sánchez will attend a "Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day," a tribute to honor the many Vietnam veterans who returned to the United States in the 1960's and 1970's without a formal "thank you" or "welcome home" as has traditionally been given to returning service members in our nation.
Saturday, March 28, 2009
WHAT: "Hands-On Careers for Creative Minds" - A Youth Jobs Forum
Presentations will be made by public job training agencies, trade unions, businesses, and community colleges with opportunities for a successful, well-paying career.
WHEN: Saturday, March 28, 2009
9:00AM - 1:00PM
WHERE: Whittier High School
12417 E. Philadelphia Street
Whittier, CA
"When we lend a hand to our young people, families do better, communities have lower crime rates, and we all have a more secure economic future," said Rep. Linda Sánchez. "Under current economic conditions, planning one's education and career after high school can seem like a daunting task. That's why I am committed to helping today's youth take advantage of the many different employment opportunities available in our area."
Sunday, March 29, 2009
WHAT: Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day Celebration
The free event will feature live music, tributes, a military vehicle show, and fun for the entire family.
WHEN: Sunday, March 29, 2009
11:00AM - 6:00PM
WHERE: California High School Stadium
9800 Mills Ave
Whittier, CA
"This celebration is just one small way we can help acknowledge Vietnam veterans and give them the heroes' welcome they deserve, but that too many never received," said Rep. Linda Sánchez. "Our duty as citizens and representatives is to thank and remember those who have served our country."
Rep. Linda Sánchez introduced legislation in Congress to provide long overdue recognition to thousands of Vietnam War veterans for their dedicated service to our country by designating March 30, 2009 as "Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day."
For more information on these events, please contact Congresswoman Linda Sánchez' district office at 562-860-5050.