Compact News: A Hangout That Will Make You Hungry

Tuesday, July 17, 2012

A Hangout That Will Make You Hungry

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Tuesday, July 17, 2012

A Hangout That Will Make You Hungry

Today at 3:00 p.m. EDT, join us for a live video chat on local foods with White House Director of Public Engagement John Carson and USDA Deputy Secretary Kathleen Merrigan.

They'll be joined by women leaders in the field of local foods, who will share their stories and answer your questions about local food economies, farming, and more.

Want to particpate? Here's how:

When: Join us at 3:00 p.m. EDT on Tuesday, July 17th, 2012
Where: Watch on WhiteHouse.gov/Live
Engage: Ask questions and join the discussion on the White House Google+ Page, on Twitter using the hashtag #WHHangout, or right on WhiteHouse.gov.

Photo of the Day

President Barack Obama talks with patrons as he waits for his lunch order during a stop at Skyline Chili in Cincinnati, Ohio, July 16, 2012. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)

In Case You Missed It

Here are some of the top stories from the White House blog:

Vice President Biden Speaks To Seniors About Retirement Security
The Vice President told the audience that when it comes to Social Security and Medicare, "the question is what are we going to do to strengthen and sustain these programs now and for the future."

Missouri National Guard Joining Forces with Faith Community
In Missouri, Dr. Jill Biden spent time with Partners in Care, a national program linking caring faith communities to National Guard members and their families who need certain resources, from child care, to transportation, to counseling.

First Lady Michelle Obama Honors Design Innovators at the White House
The First Lady praised the winners of the Cooper Hewitt Design Awards for "pushing boundaries, creating and revealing beauty where we least expect it, and helping us all lead healthier, more sustainable lives."

Today's Schedule

All times are Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).

9:00 AM: The President departs the White House en route Joint Base Andrews

9:15 AM: The President departs Joint Base Andrews en route San Antonio, Texas

12:30 PM: The President arrives in San Antonio, Texas

2:00 PM: The President delivers remarks at a campaign event

3:00 PM: The Vice President meets with a delegation of Australian leaders

3:30 PM: The President delivers remarks at a campaign event

4:50 PM: The President departs San Antonio, Texas en route Austin, Texas

5:25 PM: The President arrives Austin, Texas

6:00 PM: The Vice President attends an event for the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee

6:50 PM: The President delivers remarks at a campaign event