Representative Joe Sestak | Representing the 7th District of Pennsylvania

Upcoming Events

Healthcare Town Hall Meeting

As part of my plan to engage as many people as possible in the discussion of the ways and means to improve our healthcare system, I will hold my next town hall meeting on Friday, September 4 at 7:00PM at Drexel Hill Baptist Church (4400 State Road, Drexel Hill, PA).

Due to high demand and limited space, I am requiring all participants to web RSVP as soon as possible. I will do my best to accommodate everyone who wants to attend. Unfortunately, for safety purposes, I cannot guarantee admittance to everyone who shows up; however, I will follow this event with telephone town halls on Sept 13-15 during which I will continue the discussion of this very important issue with constituents throughout the 7th Congressional District.

7th Congressional District of Pennsylvania Working Family Resources Summit

Saturday August 1, 2009

Interboro High School
16th and Amousland Road, Prospect Park PA 19076
This venue is air conditioned and handicap accessible.

Exhibitor Registration: 8:30AM-9:00AM
Guest Registration: 9:30 AM
Event: 10:00AM – 1:00PM

As the result of our Nation’s extraordinary economic recession, I have seen families throughout the 7th Congressional District struggle across three generations to cope with historically high unemployment, record foreclosure rates, loss of pension plans, devalued homes, rising costs of education, expensive health care, and the ever-present threat of increased energy prices. Although I am aggressively working with my colleagues in Congress to address these issues legislatively, and through my constituent office to engage the unique problems of individuals, I believe more must be done. To that end, I am committed to networking the many organizations in our region that are chartered to help citizens weather difficult times and I am pleased to invite you to the first gathering of those remarkable organizations at the 7th Congressional District Working Families Resources Summit on August 1, 2009.

This Summit will feature a brief panel discussion and question and answer session followed by a service fair that connects community members with government agencies, non-government organizations, and local resources. Service fair exhibitors will cover a variety of issues including housing relief, employment, adult education, credit counseling, legal issues, elder and child care, health services, Veterans benefits, and more. I am hopeful that this summit will give families full access to all available aid and assistance as well as the opportunity and resources to fight through this recession and plan for a secure future.

Guests and Exhibitors: click HERE to register
Organizations and Exhibitors: click HERE to download flyers and event information for distribution

Veterans History Project Workshop

The Veterans History Project collects, preserves, and makes accessible the personal accounts of American war veterans so that future generations may hear directly from veterans and better understand the realities of war. These collections of first-hand accounts are archived in the American Folklife Center at the Library of Congress for use by researchers and to serve as an inspiration for generations to come. VHP relies on volunteers throughout the nation to collect veterans’ stories on behalf of the Library of Congress.” Congressman Sestak supports this initiative and is hosting a workshop in Delaware County which will be led by a professional oral historian trained by the Library of Congress. The workshop is intended to teach how to better conduct a more effective and fluid interview of a veteran. The event will be held at Radnor High School on Tuesday July 7th from 6:30 to 9:00 pm. Hope to see you there!

For more information, please contact Congressman Sestak’s District Office:
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Phone: 610.892.8623 | Fax: 610.892.8628
PA07events@mail.house.gov
PA07DOIntern8@mail.house.gov
600 North Jackson Street | Suite 203 | Media, PA 19063

Past Events

“PENNSYLVANIA 7th CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT VETERANS SUMMIT III

With extraordinary challenges facing Veterans, military personnel, and their families, Congressman Joe Sestak (PA-07) brought together 50 organizations and leading local and national Veterans leaders for his third 7th Congressional District Veterans Summit, “2009, The Year of the Military Family.” A crowd of more than 500 Veterans, Service Members, and military family members and their friends attended the event on May 11, 2009, at Ridley High School in Folsom, Pa. The evening featured discussions lead by Congressman Sestak, Department of Veterans Affairs Chief of Staff John Gingrich, and Rear Admiral T. McCreary, president of Military.com, along with exhibitions from 50 Veterans organizations.” Click HERE for a copy of the program which contains information on a number of Veteran related services and service organizations”

PA 7th Congressional District Business Procurement Summit

Download a copy of the slide presentation from Keynote speaker, Mark Zandi, chief economist and co-founder of Moody’s Economy.com.

• Download Part 1
• Download Part 2

When: Friday, March 27th, 8 a.m. to 4: 30 p.m.

Where:Springfield Country Club, 400 W. Sproul Rd., Springfield, PA 19064

Agenda – The 7th Congressional District Business Procurement Summit

8:30: Panel Discussion: Government Agencies and the Stimulus
9:30: Panel Discussion: Prime Contractors and the Stimulus
10:30: Networking and Exhibitor Visitation
Noon: Keynote Speech, Dr. Mark Zandi
1:00: Defense Keynote, Lt. General Mark Shackelford, USAF
1:30: Networking and Exhibitor Visitation
2:00: Concurrent Panel Discussions:
         Government Marketing
         Joint Ventures and Partnering
3:30: The View from Washington, discussion with Senator Robert P. Casey and Congressman Sestak
4:20: Adjournment

Participating Government Agencies:

• U.S. General Services Administration (GSA)
• U.S. Departments of: Defense, Transportation, Homeland Security, Housing and Urban Development, State, Treasury, Veterans Affairs, Navy, and Interior
• Delaware River Port Authority
• SEPTA
• Pennsylvania Department of General Services
• Naval Surface Warfare Center
• U.S. Export Assistance Center
• Amtrak
• National Science Foundation
• SEPTA
• Delaware River Port Authority
• Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
• NASA
• Office of Surface Mining, Reclamation and Enforcement
• Office of the Undersecretary of Defense (AT&L) DPAP
• USAID
• Social Security Administration

Participating Prime Government Contractors:

• Boeing
• Lockheed Martin
• ILC Dover, Inc.
• Moog Components Group, Inc.
• AMEC Earth & Environmental, Inc.
• Analytical Graphics
• Merck
• BAE Systems

Participating Resources Agencies and Organizations:

• U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
• The Women’s Business Development Center
• Women’s Business Enterprise Council
• Pennsylvania Small Business Development Centers (SBDC)
• The African American Chamber of Commerce

Other Participating Contractors:

• Blank Rome LLP
• Stoney Creek Technologies
• Rajant Corporation
• Home Depot
• DCCC Small Business Solutions Center
• Eastern Business Software
• Bernardon Haber Holloway Architects PC
• Sage Technologies
• Clark Construction Group
• EHS TECHNOLOGIES
• KLM Group

Past Events

Grant Symposiums

Congressman Joe Sestak has scheduled forums to provide important information about obtaining federal, state and private resources. At the forums, Congressman Sestak will give an overview of the appropriations process and discuss the importance of, as well as best practices for, applying for all types of grants. In addition, he will provide a copy of the Second Edition of the Pennsylvania 7th Congressional District Grant and Resource Directory, a one-stop shop for learning about opportunities to secure project funding. Last year’s edition was the first known to be compiled by a Congressional office.

Education and the Economy

Congressman Joe Sestak has scheduled forums to provide important information about obtaining federal, state and private resources. At the forums, Congressman Sestak will give an overview of the appropriations process and discuss the importance of, as well as best practices for, applying for all types of grants. In addition, he will provide a copy of the Second Edition of the Pennsylvania 7th Congressional District Grant and Resource Directory, a one-stop shop for learning about opportunities to secure project funding. Last year’s edition was the first known to be compiled by a Congressional office.

Job Readiness Seminar for Recent College Grads

The purpose of this seminar is to equip recent college grads with the skills they need to secure employment in a highly competitive job market. The seminar will be divided into individualized workshops, focusing on job search strategies, resume writing and cover letter tips, dressing for success advice, and interviewing techniques to prepare the next generation for the demands and expectations of the workforce.

Tuesday, August 19
6:00pm-9:00pm
Upper Darby High School
601 N. Lansdowne Avenue Drexel Hill, PA 19061

Emergency Preparedness and Watershed Management Summit

This event will bring together federal, state, and local officials to address emergency preparedness and prevention as it relates to flooding. The summit’s format will consist of a panel discussion with experts on watershed management and flood preparedness and prevention followed by a question-and-answer session.

Thursday, August 14
2:00pm-5:00pm
Villanova University
800 Lancaster Avenue
Villanova, PA 19085

Senior Summit and Service Fair

This summit will unite seniors, their families, senior organizations, as well as senior service providers from throughout District and the region. During the service fair, attendees are encouraged to visit the tables of senior service organizations and agencies to have individual questions and concerns addressed and learn more about services available to seniors. Prior to the fair, there will be a 45-minute working panel and question-and-answer session.

Wednesday, August 13
1:00-1:45 PM – Panel Discussion – Main Building
(Registration will begin at 12:30pm)
2:00-4:00 PM – Service Fair – Gymnasium

Penn State University
Brandywine Campus
25 Yearsley Mill Road, Media, PA

Foundation Grant Seminar

Congressman Sestak will host Ms. Gloria Hibbett, Director of the Regional Foundation Center at the Philadelphia Free Library for an informative presentation on private and foundation grant opportunities.

Wednesday, August 6
1:00pm-2:00pm
Delaware County Community College
901 S. Media Line Rd Media, PA 19063