Archive for June, 2009
Representative Tony Hwang (R-134) joined students from Burr Elementary School on a recent visit to the Connecticut Science Center in Hartford. The students represented one of the first class to visit the Science Center on a school trip.
The Connecticut Science Center offers a unique environment to engage children in learning science. It provides 150 hands-on [...]
Opinion by Representative Tony Hwang
Before the 2009 session of the Connecticut General Assembly had even begun everyone knew that the state was facing a fiscal crisis of unprecedented magnitude that would only get worse. The national economy has had a serious impact here in CT, with unemployment now rising over 8%, and businesses closures at [...]
On June 15, 2009, State Representative Tony Hwang attended Frenchtown Elementary School’s Flag Day concert.
Principal Jacqueline Norcel said this was the school’s second annual tribute to America’s symbol of liberty and freedom – the flag of the United States.
Above, Rep. Tony Hwang joins Diane Strever, Assistant Principal at Frenchtown Elementary and Debbie Hawkins, Music Director [...]
Fairfield County residents gathered on June 15th to observe World Elder Abuse Awareness Day in the courtyard of The Jewish Home for the Elderly on Monday. Leaders of local organizations serving Connecticut’s seniors shared stories of abuse and called upon residents to raise awareness about the problem. State and local officials, as well as staff liaisons [...]
State Rep. Tony Hwang participated and enjoyed the Centennial (1909-2009) Gala Concert Celebration for Congregation Rodeph Sholom, 2385 Park Ave., Bridgeport, CT – a full-service egalitarian conservative synagogue with programs and activities for all ages and needs. A beautiful musical celebration that stirred the soul and reflected the tremendous pride of congregation membership! A special [...]
Representative Tony Hwang (R-134) will co-host a forum on home energy conservation with United Illuminating. The event will focus on how people can save money everyday by following a few important tips, taking advantage of a few programs, and getting a free in-home assessment.”I am proud to join with United Illuminating in co-hosting this valuable [...]
Rep. Tony Hwang was proud to join Coach Jim Calhoun at St. Vincent Hospital’s Swim Across the Sound fundraising dinner on June 11th, which raises funds to fight cancer. Calhoun, who is the UConn Men’s Basketball coach and a prostate cancer survivor, was the keynote speaker for the event.
Calhoun, ever the vigorous competitor, broke six [...]