U.S. Rep. Jahana Hayes will be the featured speaker at the annual Kleinman & O’Toole celebration on Wednesday, June 23.

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U.S. Rep. Jahana Hayes (D-5th District) will be the featured speaker at the West Hartford Democratic Town Committee’s annual Kleinman & O’Toole Celebration at 6:30 p.m. on June 23, 2021.

The virtual event will raise funds for two local college scholarships, honor former state Rep. Joseph Verrengia for his past service, and support local campaign activities. Those donating $40 or more at secure.anedot.com/whdtc/donate will be sent details on how to attend the event.

The 2016 National Teacher of the Year, Congresswoman Hayes was first elected in 2018. She is a member of the House Committee on Education and Labor. Congresswoman Hayes will be introduced by West Hartford Mayor Shari Cantor.

Said John Bailey, Chair of the West Hartford Democratic Town Committee, “We are honored that Congresswoman Hayes will join us for this celebration of community and leadership. She speaks to the values of responsible, inclusive and effective leadership that guide our community and our own local Democrats on the Town Council and Board of Education.”

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