NEW JERSEY 20th Legislative District
	Senator RAYMOND LESNIAK	Assemblyman JOSEPH CRYAN	Assemblywoman ANNETTE QUIJANO
PUBLIC SCHEDULE

Contact: Amy Naples
Communications Director
(908) 624-0880

WEEK OF OCTOBER 3 - 8, 2010

Wednesday, October 6th

4:30PM- Josephine’s Place Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration (Elizabeth): Assemblywoman Quijano will attend an event in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month at Josephine’s Place: A Place for Women in Elizabeth.

7PM- 7th Annual NJAA PAC Reception (West Orange): Majority Leader Cryan will attend the NJ Apartment Association’s annual reception focusing on current Trenton issues. The event will be moderated by Michael Aron of NJN and is formatted as an informal meet and greet followed by Q&A from the audience.

Thursday, October 7th

10AM- Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee (Trenton): As a committee member, Assemblywoman Quijano will take testimony from invited guests on Telecommunications and Utilities practices.

1PM- Senate Commerce Committee (Trenton): As Vice-Chair of the committee, Senator Lesniak will take testimony from invited guests on Commerce practices.

2PM- Assembly Regulatory Oversight and Gaming (Trenton): As Vice-Chair of the committee, Assemblywoman Quijano will take testimony from invited guests on Regulatory Oversight and Gaming practices.

6PM- YWCA 90th Year Anniversary (Mountainside): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will attend an event as Honorary Chair celebrating the 90th Anniversary of the YWCA of Eastern Union County at L’Affaire Restaurant in Mountainside.

7PM- Book Signing Event with Senator Lesniak (Asbury Park): Senator Lesniak, along with Senator Weinberg will be hosting a book signing event at the Brickwall Tavern in Asbury Park. This event is a celebration of the works complied by Senators Raymond Lesniak and Loretta Weinberg entitled, "What's Love Got To Do With It? The Case for Same Sex Marriage".

WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 24 - OCTOBER 2, 2010

Friday, September 24th

6:30PM- Teamsters Hispanic Caucus’ Third Annual Gala (Union): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will offer remarks regarding education at Teamsters Hispanic Caucus’ Third Annual Gala.

7PM- The Occupational Center of Union County's Casino Night Fundraiser (Clark): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will participate in the Casino night fundraiser to help raise money for the Occupational Center of Union County.

Sunday, September 26th

5:30PM- Cuban Lion’s Club of Elizabeth (Elizabeth): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will attend the swearing in of Silvia Fonseca as the new President of the Cuban Lion’s Club of Elizabeth.

6:30PM- Senator Menendez’s Celebration for Hispanic Heritage Month (Jersey City): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will join Senator Robert Menendez in commemorating Hispanic Heritage Month and also the launch of the Latino Leadership Link Series.

Thursday, September 30th

Assembly Voting Session (Trenton): Assemblyman Joseph Cryan and Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will discuss and vote on various legislatures concerning the state.

Friday, October 1st

9AM- 2010 Union County Teen Arts Touring Exhibit (Union): The 20th Legislative District Office of Senator Lesniak, Assemblyman Cryan and Assemblywoman Quijano will be hosting the 2010 Union County Teen Arts Touring Exhibit for 6 weeks starting on October 1, 2010. There will be approximately 60 pieces of artwork displayed throughout the office.

10AM- Life Science Task Force Meeting (New Brunswick): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will participate in the Life Science Task Force Meeting, where the focus of the hearing will be Higher Education. Following the hearing will be a tour and discussion with invited panelists.

WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 17-24, 2010

Friday, Saturday, Sunday, September 17-19th

The 20th Legislative District Office will be open this weekend for the Italian Festival. Our office hours are as follows:
Friday: 5PM - 8 PM
Saturday: 12 NOON - 7 PM
Sunday 12 NOON - 4 PM

Monday, September 20th

10AM- Committee Group A- Telecommunications & Utilities (Trenton): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano and members of the committee will hear testimony from invited guests on Telecommunications & Utilities practices. Legislators will also hear bills A-2528 and A-2529. Assemblywoman Quijano serves as second prime sponsor for both bills.

1PM- Senate Voting Session (Trenton): Senator Lesniak will vote on S-2139- The women’s health and family planning services bill.

2PM- Committee Group B- Regulatory Oversight and Gaming (Trenton): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano and members of the committee will hear testimony from invited guests on Regulatory Oversight and Gaming practices.

Tuesday, September 21st

10:30AM- Bayonne Bridge Event (Bayonne): Senator Lesniak, Assemblyman Cryan, and Assemblywoman Quijano will announce $1 Billion dollars in funding to lift the Bayonne Bridge and increase capacity at our port.

Wednesday, September 22nd

12PM- Hispanic Heritage Month at UMDNJ  (Newark): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will deliver remarks as UMDNJ kicks-off their Latin heritage celebration in an effort to acknowledge and celebrate the diverse culture, customs, and ethnicities of Hispanic communities throughout the country.

Thursday, September 23rd

10AM- Waterfront Commission Hearing (Trenton): Senator Lesniak will hold a public hearing to review the Waterfront Commissions plan to require private businesses at the Port to hire auditors.

7:30PM- Roselle Democrats Club Meeting (Roselle): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano and Assemblyman Joseph Cryan will join council members and speak at the Roselle Democrats Club Fall Meeting.

Friday, September 24th

6:30PM- Teamsters Hispanic Caucus’ Third Annual Gala (Union): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will offer remarks regarding education at Teamsters Hispanic Caucus’ Third Annual Gala.

7PM- The Occupational Center of Union County's Casino Night Fundraiser (Clark): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will participate in the Casino night fundraiser to help raise money for the Occupational Center of Union County. 

WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 10-17, 2010

Friday, September 10th

10AM- Legislative Gaming Summit (Meadowlands): Senator Lesniak will attend the Legislative Gaming Summit to discuss proposals to enhance AC and the race industry in New Jersey.

7PM- September 11th Candlelight Ceremony (Union): Senator Lesniak, Assemblyman Cryan and Assemblywoman Quijano will attend the September 11th Candlelight Ceremony to honor those that lost their lives in the tragic events of September 11, 2001.

Saturday, September 11th

8:45AM- September 11th Ceremony (Elizabeth): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will join Mayor Chris Bollwage and members of the community in a remembrance ceremony for all the victims, including six Elizabeth residents who perished on that fateful day. The event will be held at the Elizabeth September 11th Memorial located at the Midtown Pedestrian Plaza.

11AM- September 11th Memorial Service (Kenilworth): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will join the Kenilworth Police Department in a tribute to honor Kenilworth residents Sgt. Robert Kaulfers of the Port Authority and John J. Tobin along with all victims of the tragic event. 

3PM- Mayor Bollwage’s Block Party (Elizabeth): Senator Raymond Lesniak & Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will participate in Mayor Chris Bollwage’s Block party on Coolidge Avenue in Elizabeth.

7:30PM- Sashing Ceremony for Pulaski Day Parade (Linden): Senator Raymond Lesniak and Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will participate in the Sashing Ceremony for the Pulaski Day Parade, where they will present resolutions to this year’s honorees, the Honorable Christine Bodek and Monica Swietlik.

Monday, September 13th

10AM- Committee Group A- Telecommunications & Utilities (Trenton): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano and members of the committee will hear testimony from invited guests on Telecommunications & Utilities practices. They will also hear the Assemblywoman’s bills A-3122, The Anti-Big Brother Act and A-3139, which permits development of solar and photovoltaic energy facilities and structures over landfills and quarries.

2PM- Committee Group B- Regulatory Oversight and Gaming (Trenton): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano and members of the committee will hear testimony from invited guests on Regulatory Oversight and Gaming practices. They will also hear the Assemblywoman’s bill A-3132, which modifies certain service outage compensation and notice requirements for CATV companies.

Tuesday, September 14th

12PM- NJ Reform Alliance (Trenton): Senator Raymond Lesniak will deliver the keynote address for the New Jersey Reform Alliance.

12PM- Junior Leagues of New Jersey (Short Hills): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will meet with members of the Junior Leagues of NJ, where she will render her remarkable story of how she arrived in the NJ State Legislature.

Wednesday, September 15th

8AM- Union County Employer Legislative Committee Meeting (Kenilworth): Assemblyman Joseph Cryan will address the executive board of the Union County Employer Legislative Committee.

6PM- Greater Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce (Elizabeth): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will join members of the local community aboard the Cornucopia Princess to celebrate the GECC’s 13th Annual Dinner. 

Thursday, September 16th

10AM- Committee Group C- Judiciary (Trenton): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano and members of the committee will hear testimony from invited guests on Judiciary practices.

10:30AM- Back to School Program (Elizabeth): Senator Raymond Lesniak is scheduled to participate in the back to school program taking place at Benedictine Academy.

6PM- PRIMER (Newark): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will meet members of PRIMER, a network of business and professional leaders who leverages its resources to create opportunities and success for Latinos in the U.S. and for the community at large. 

Friday, September 17th

11:15 AM- POW-MIA Remembrance Day (Elizabeth): Senator Lesniak and Assemblyman Cryan will attend the POW-MIA Remembrance Day to pay tribute to those, in all wars, that have been designated as Prisoners of War and Missing in Action. The event will take place at the Elizabeth Court House.

1:30PM- Hannah Caldwell School’s New Positive Behavior Campaign (Union): Assemblyman Joseph Cryan will attend the Hannah Caldwell School’s New Positive Behavior Campaign.

WEEK OF AUGUST 21-27, 2010

Monday, August 23rd

1PM- Senate Voting Session (Trenton): Senator Lesniak will vote on a variety of bills, including Assembly-members Quijano and Cryan’s legislation to encourage the use of biofuels.

Friday, August 27th

11AM- ConocoPhillips Bayway Refinery Tour (Linden): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will tour the ConocoPhillips Bayway Refinery.

Friday, August 27th

9AM- School Choice Alliance Fall Meeting (New Brunswick): Senator Lesniak will deliver the opening remarks at the School Choice Alliance Fall Meeting. He will discuss the progress of his legislation to provide educational opportunities to students from low income families.

WEEK OF AUGUST 7-13, 2010

Thursday, August 12th

1PM- Haitian Pride Festival (Elizabeth): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will join Mayor Bollwage, residents of Elizabeth and the Haitian community in celebrating Haitian Pride, where she will also offer information about her Come Grow w/ Us initiative and its expansion throughout the county.

Senate Committee Meeting (Trenton): Senator Raymond Lesniak is tentatively scheduled to attend a Senate Committee meeting to hear bills.

Friday, August 13th

11AM- USHAA’s Turning Adversity into Opportunity Event (Weehawken): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will join the USHAA (United States Hispanic Advocacy Association) as they hold their Bi-Annual Bravo Awards.

6PM- Dominican Flag Raising (Elizabeth): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will join Mayor Chris Bollwage, the Dominican Community as well as other Elizabeth residents for a flag raising ceremony in front of City Hall.

WEEK OF JULY 24 - JULY 31, 2010

Friday, July 23rd

9AM- New Jersey Regional Coalition and PlanSmart Summit Conference (Princeton): Assemblyman Joseph Cryan will deliver remarks at the New Jersey Regional Coalition and PlanSmart’s New Jersey: State Planning for Inclusion, Sustainability & Economic Growth" statewide summit conference.

5PM- Peruvian Flag Raising (Elizabeth): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will join Mayor Chris Bollwage and members of the Peruvian community for the annual Peruvian flag raising outside of City Hall.

Monday, July 26th

11AM- 20th Anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (Trenton): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will participate in the 20th Anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act in lieu of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Awareness Month.

Tuesday, July 27th

5PM- Bridgeways A Taste of Morris Avenue (Elizabeth): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will attend Bridgeways Rehabilitation Services event, A Taste of Morris Avenue, to celebrate culinary diversity in her neighborhood.

Thursday, July 29th

11AM- Annual Seniors BBQ (Union): Raymond Lesniak, Assemblyman Joseph Cryan and Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will be hosting their annual Seniors Barbeque, held at the Union Township Senior Center, 968 Bonnel Court in Union.

WEEK OF JULY 17 - JULY 24, 2010

Saturday, July 17th

1PM- Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Barbeque (Linden): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano is tentatively schedule to join Mayor Chris Bollwage and City of Elizabeth council members at the annual Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Barbeque to help bring attention to Multiple Sclerosis victims across NJ.

Sunday, July 18th

11AM- 93rd Church Anniversary of New Zion Baptist Church (Elizabeth): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will present a resolution to commemorate the 93rd Church Anniversary Service of New Zion Baptist Church in Elizabeth.

Tuesday, July 20th

5PM- Dedication of Roberts Pavilion (Camden): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will participate in the dedication of Roberts Pavilion at Cooper University Hospital after former Assembly Speaker Joseph J. Roberts for his years of service to the citizens of New Jersey.

Thursday, July 22nd

6PM- The Primer Network Meeting (Hartford, CT.): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will attend the PRIMER Network Meeting hosted at Travelers Insurance to discuss their plan to create opportunities, sponsorship and success for Latinos in the U.S. and for the community at large.

Friday, July 23rd

9AM- New Jersey Regional Coalition and PlanSmart Summit Conference (Princeton): Assemblyman Joseph Cryan will deliver remarks at the New Jersey Regional Coalition and PlanSmart’s New Jersey: State Planning for Inclusion, Sustainability & Economic Growth" statewide summit conference.

WEEK OF JULY 10 - JULY 17, 2010

Monday, July 12th

Assembly Voting Session (Trenton): Assemblyman Joseph Cryan and Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will debate and vote on the Governor’s Conditional Veto of S-29, which reduces the school district, county and municipal property tax levy cap from 2.9% to 2.0% with exemptions for health care costs, pension costs, and debt services in excess of 2.0%.

6PM- (USHAA) United State Hispanic Advocacy Association (Newark): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will speak to Latinos college students from USHAA about her experience in the legislature, her role as an Assemblywoman and the legislative process.

Tuesday, July 13th

4PM- Trinitas Children’s Charity Benefit (Elizabeth): Senator Lesniak, Assemblyman Cryan and Assemblywoman Quijano will participate in the Children’s Charity Benefit. Donations from this event will help purchase pillows, comforters, wall decorations and other miscellaneous items that will help transform the children’s’ surroundings into a sunshine filled environment.

7:10PM- New Leader’s Council 40 Under 40 Awards (New Brunswick): Senator Lesniak, Assemblyman Cryan and Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will deliver remarks at the New Leader’s Council 40 Under 40 event honoring the work of 40 leaders under the age of 40 across the Nation.

WEEK OF JUNE 26 - JUNE 30, 2010

Saturday, June 26th

8AM- Juneteenth Celebration (Elizabeth): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will participate in the annual Juneteenth Celebration. The Juneteenth Committee will host a Juneteenth program featuring: Softball Tournament, Checkers, Bingo, Elizabeth All Stars Basketball Game and more

5PM- 2010 Legends Dinner (Maplewood): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano is tentatively scheduled to  attend the 2010 Legends Dinner, New Jersey’s largest civil rights gala and one of the landmark stops on the national LGBT civil rights dinner circuit. Senator Raymond Lesniak will be honored and inducted into the Equality Hall of Fame for his unyielding support of the LGBT community.

Monday, June 28th

12PM- Senate Voting Session (Trenton): Senator Lesniak will debate and vote on issues regarding New Jersey, including the state budget.

1PM- Assembly Voting Session (Trenton): Assemblyman Joseph Cryan and Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will debate and vote on a variety of issues that impact New Jersey.

Wednesday, June 30th

Wednesday, June 30th

5:30PM- Women Lawyers of Union County 30th Anniversary (Kenilworth): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will participate in the Women Lawyers of Union County 30th Anniversary celebration.

WEEK OF JUNE 12 - JUNE 18, 2010

Saturday, June 12th- Tuesday, June 15th

8AM- NEW Leadership Program (New Brunswick): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will participate in Rutgers University’s NEW Leadership Program to help educate and empower the next generation of women leaders.

Monday, June 14th

10AM- Committee Group A: Judiciary (Trenton): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will partake in the Committee Group Judiciary meeting to discuss legislation, including two bills in which she is the primary sponsor: A2595, which requires certain issue advocacy organizations to disclose contributions and expenditure information and A2597, which clarifies that sexual assault victims are not responsible for any costs of forensic sexual assault examinations or related services.

Wednesday, June 16th

6PM- Green Incentives for Business Owners (Union): Senator Lesniak, Assemblyman Cryan and Assemblywoman Quijano will present Green Incentives for Business Owners at El Salvadoreno Restaurant. Green Incentive for Business Owners is an informational session on green initiatives, renewable energy grants, financing and tax credits for business owners and individuals.

Thursday, June 17th

5:30PM- Marion P. Thomas Charter School “Fathers of our Children” Awards Ceremony (Newark): Senator Lesniak will be honored by the Marion P. Thomas Charter School for his efforts to create educational opportunity for children from low-income families.

6PM- Pam’s List (Hamilton): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will attend the Pam’s List event, honoring Speaker Sheila Oliver, Senator Barbara Buono and former Senator Kathy Crotty.

Friday, June 18th

7PM- Latino Comedy Night (New Brunswick): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will attend the Latino Comedy Night at Rutgers University. Proceeds will provide support to the National Latino Peace Officers Association’s community outreach programs.

WEEK OF JUNE 7 - JUNE 14, 2010

Monday, June 7th

6PM- Container Gardening Workshop (Elizabeth): Dedicated to providing versatile options for the urban community, Assemblywoman Annette Quijano has partnered with the Elizabeth Housing Authority for a workshop where dozens of seniors will discover novel ways on how to grow a wider variety of vegetable plants.

5:30PM- Grand Opening of Hospitality House (Elizabeth): Senator Lesniak will deliver welcoming remarks at the grand opening of the Coalition to House the Homeless’ newly renovated transitional housing facility, the Hospitality House. Last year, Senator Lesniak helped raise funds to rehabilitee the transitional center.

Wednesday, June 9th

12PM- Garden Replanting (Elizabeth): As part of her initiative to bring food and revenue producing gardens to non-profits, schools, and community groups in Union County, Assemblywoman Quijano will take part in the replanting of her first community garden at Jefferson Park Ministries.

Thursday, June 10th

10AM- Committee Group A: Telecommunications and Utilities (Trenton): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will partake in the Committee Group meeting regarding telecommunications and utilities.

11AM- NEW Leadership Program (New Brunswick): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will participate in the Women and Public Leadership panel.

2PM- Committee Group B: Regulatory and Oversight (Trenton): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will partake in the Committee Group meeting regarding regulatory and oversight measures.

2PM- Senate Voting Session (Trenton): Senator Lesniak will debate and vote on a variety of issues that impact out state, including his bills to redevelop the Oakwood Housing Plaza in Elizabeth, and another measure to spur affordable housing throughout New Jersey.

7PM- NEW Leadership Program (New Brunswick): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will serve as a panelist for Rutgers University’s New Leadership session on Women and Public Leadership.

Friday, June 11th- Sunday, June 13th

8AM- NEW Leadership Program (New Brunswick): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will participate in Rutgers University’s NEW Leadership Program to help educate and empower the next generation of women leaders.

WEEK OF JUNE 1 - JUNE 4, 2010

Tuesday, June 1st

5PM- National Council of Negro Women (Elizabeth): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will attend NCNW’s Spring Membership Drive. The National Council of Negro Women’s mission is to lead, develop, and advocate for women of African descent as they support their communities.

Wednesday, June 2nd

1:30PM- Garden Replanting (Union): Dedicated to providing fresh produce, Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will participate in the harvesting of new vegetables, which will be distributed to members of the Union Township community.

5PM- NJ Historic Trust’s Annual Conference (Elizabeth): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano is tentatively scheduled to attend the Sustainable Past = Sustainable Future conference. The HPC will explore how the preservation of landmarks can help New Jersey's cities maintain their viability in today's fast-paced world.

Thursday, June 3rd

10AM- Senate Judiciary Committee (Trenton): As member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, Senator Lesniak will participate in the Senate Judiciary Committee, where his legislation – S1983 – which requires an attorney to refund to a school district fees paid for legal services if DOE has determined fees were unnecessary and has deducted State aid from the district as a result, will be voted on.

11:30AM- AT&T Cell Phone Training Session for Seniors (Union): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will join AT&T to visit a group of seniors to help train them on how to use their cell phones properly.

1PM- Fundred Dollar Bill Collection Event (Elizabeth): Assemblywoman Quijano is tentatively scheduled to participate in the Fundred Dollar Bill Collection campaign, a national project designed to raise awareness of the dangers of lead contamination in participating communities.

1PM- Economic Growth Committee (Trenton): Raymond Lesniak will preside over the Senate Economic Growth Committee and will vote on his bill to reform COAH.

6PM- 13th Annual Kean University Gala (Union): Senator Lesniak, Assemblyman Cryan and Assemblywoman Quijano will attend the 13th Annual Kean University Gala.

Friday, June 4th

11AM- Community Gardens Event (Roselle): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will attend the installation of Come Grow with Us, Union County’s new site in Roselle. Guests will be given the opportunity to learn about home gardening while sipping tea and enjoying tasty treats.

WEEK OF MAY 24 - MAY 28, 2010

Tuesday, May 25th

9AM- Come Grow with Us (Elizabeth): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will speak to students of the Upper Academy High School in Elizabeth about her Come Grow w/ Us initiative and its expansion throughout the county.

Wednesday, May 26th

10AM- Cablevision’s “Power to Learn” Event (Elizabeth): Senator Lesniak and Assembly members Cryan and Quijano will participate in Cablevision’s Power to Learn event at St. Patrick’s High School in Elizabeth.

5PM- Grand Opening of the Human Rights Institute at Kean University (Union): Senator Lesniak and Assemblywoman Quijano will attend the Grand Opening of the Human Rights Institute at Kean University.

Thursday, May 27th

10AM- Senate Commerce Committee (Trenton): Senator Lesniak will participate in the Senate Commerce Committee hearing and debate legislation concerning commerce in the Garden State.

6PM- Jefferson Park Ministries Honorary Reception (Elizabeth): Senator Lesniak, Assemblyman Cryan and Assemblywoman Quijano will be honored at the Jefferson Park Ministries Honorary Reception for their efforts to provide relief to victims of the Haitian Earthquake and to assist Haitians in our community.

7PM- New Jersey Network Public Television and Radio: NJN Images/Imagenes will air “Latinas of Power and a Man of Vision.” Featured in this account is the story of Assemblywomen Annette Quijano, who renders her remarkable story of how she arrived in the NJ State Legislature.

Friday, May 28th

10AM- Rutgers Law School Graduation (Newark): Assemblywoman Quijano will commemorate Rutgers Law School’s graduation with this year's class of young and inspiring scholars.

WEEK OF MAY 18 - MAY 20, 2010

Tuesday, May 18th

9:30AM- 13th Annual Haitian Flag Raising Ceremony (Elizabeth): Senator Lesniak, Assemblyman Cryan and Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will join Elizabeth Mayor Bollwage, members of the Haitian community and residents for the 13th Annual Haitian Flag Raising Ceremony in front of City Hall.

Wednesday, May 19th

8AM- Union County ELC Breakfast (Kenilworth): Senator Lesniak will address local business owners and representatives at the Union County ELC’s monthly breakfast meeting.

11AM- NJEA Tour of Elizabeth Housing Facility (Elizabeth): Assemblywoman Quijano will visit the Elizabeth Housing Authority’s new site where a modern, eco-friendly senior residential unit will be constructed. This new project will offer assistance to seniors who wish to lead active lifestyles though daily activities, and other programs.  The housing unit will be the only LEED Gold certified affordable senior housing project in the state.

6:30PM- Township of Union Education Foundation Annual Spring Reception (Union): Assemblyman Joseph Cryan will attend the Township of Union Education Foundation Annual Spring Cocktail and Dessert Reception to honor recipients of educational grants.

Thursday, May 20th

10AM- Assembly Voting Session (Trenton): Assemblyman Joseph Cryan and Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will debate and vote on various issues impacting the State of New Jersey.

2PM- Senate Voting Session (Trenton): Senator Lesniak will debate and vote on a variety of issues that impact the Garden State, including amendments to Senator Lesniak’s bill to spur the production of affordable housing in NJ.

WEEK OF MAY 10 - MAY 14, 2010

Monday, May 10th

1PM- Senate Commerce Committee (Trenton) – Senator Lesniak will participate in the Senate Commerce Committee Hearing and will vote on a variety of measures impacting commerce in our state.

6:30PM- Book release and Signing Party (Union) – Senators Lesniak and Weinberg, co-authors of “What’s Love Got to Do with It?: The Case for Same-Sex Marriage,” will celebrate the release of their new book at the Human Rights Institute at Kean University.

Tuesday, May 11th

9AM- NYC BioHeat Conference (Bronx, NY): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will meet with biodiesel industry top leaders at the New York City BioHeat Conference to discuss ways the State Legislature can help reduce the rate of pollution across New Jersey.

6PM- Brand New Day Gala (Elizabeth): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano is tentatively scheduled to attend the Brand New Day Gala.

Wednesday, May 12th

4:30PM - NJEA Annual Legislative Dinner (Garwood): is Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will attend the NJEA Annual Legislative Dinner and join members in a discussion of the state budget, privatization, funding county colleges, and retirement benefits security.

6PM- 2010 Annual Legislative Correspondents Club Show (Somerset): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will participate in the 2010 Annual Legislative Correspondents Club Show, a century-old tradition of poking fun at this year’s headlines and the folks who make them.

Thursday, May 13th

10AM- Senate Economic Growth Committee (Trenton): Senator Lesniak will preside over the Senate Economic Growth Committee. His legislation – S1872 – to provide educational opportunities for students from low income families will be voted on.

10AM- Committee Group C- Judiciary (Trenton): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will partake in the Committee Group meeting in Trenton.

Friday, May 14th

11AM- National Police Week, 1st Annual Awards & Promotional Ceremony (Union): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will present proclamations on behalf of the state of New Jersey to eleven deserving police officers being promoted to various ranks for their outstanding service to the Township of Union.

6:30PM- Hispanic Business Council Scholarship Foundation of NJ (West Orange): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will present proclamations to honorees of the Hispanic Business Council Scholarship Foundation for their dedication in assisting Hispanic youths in achieving their higher education goals.

WEEK OF MAY 1 - MAY 8, 2010

Saturday, May 1st

12PM- Association of Black Women Lawyers of NJ’s Annual Brunch & 35th Anniversary Celebration (Princeton): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will attend the Association of Black Women Lawyers of NJ’s Annual Scholarship Jazz Brunch & 35th Anniversary Celebration.

6PM- Hispanic Bar Association of New Jersey’s 29th Annual Scholarship Awards Gala and Awards Dinner (Jersey City): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will participate in the HBANJ’s signature event, which helps provide mentorship and scholarships to future Hispanic lawyers.

Sunday, May 2nd

1:30PM- African Heritage Day Parade (Elizabeth): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano is tentatively scheduled to attend the African Heritage Day Parade, showcasing and acknowledging community leaders, city officials, high school bands, organizations and foundations

Monday, May 3rd

6PM- Introduction of New Haitian American Chamber of Commerce (Elizabeth): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano is tentatively scheduled to join Jefferson Park Ministries, Inc. and the Union County College (UCC) Division of Economic Development and Continuing Education, in introducing the newly created Haitian American Chamber of Commerce (HACC) of New Jersey. This is the first HACC in New Jersey.

Tuesday, May 4th

10:30AM- Affordable Housing Professionals of New Jersey Panel Discussion (Somerville): Senator Lesniak will participate in a panel discussion about affordable housing in New Jersey and his efforts to reform the system.

Thursday, May 6th

10AM- Committee Group A- Telecommunications and Utilities (Trenton): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will attend the committee meeting in Trenton.

2PM- Committee Group B- Regulatory and Oversight (Trenton): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will attend the committee meeting in Trenton.

3PM- Tour of Isles Center for Energy and Environmental Training (Trenton): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will be touring Isle's new lab Center for Energy and Environmental training, given NJ's leading role in alternative energy production and the importance of a new highly trained, flexible workforce.

Saturday, May 8th

11AM- Tea Party, Jamel Holley Civic Association (Roselle): Assemblyman Joseph Cryan and Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will partake in the Tea Party, Jamel Holley Civic Association Event, a women’s celebration in honor of Women’s History Month and Mother’s Day.

7PM- Red Cross Fais do-do Mardi Gras Fundraiser (Garwood): Assemblyman Joseph Cryan will be honored for his contributions to the success of the Red Cross at the Red Cross’ Fais do-do Mardi Gras Fundraiser.

WEEK OF APRIL 26 - MAY 1, 2010

Monday, April 26th

6:30PM- “Real Talk” Cocktail Reception (Edison): Assemblyman Joseph Cryan and Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will participate in the “Real Talk” Cocktail Reception for New Jersey’s legislators and business and industry leaders.

8PM- Union County Human Relations Commission Awards Presentation (Union): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will present resolutions to Union County Human Relations Commission honorees for their contribution to the quality of life of others.

Tuesday, April 27th

12PM- Ethical Community Charter School First Year Celebration (Jersey City): Senator Lesniak will deliver remarks at the First Year Celebration of the Ethical Community Charter School in Jersey City. Lesniak will speak about his efforts to create educational opportunities for children from low-income families in failing school districts.

6PM- Bridgeway Eastern Union County Community Advisory Board Spaghetti Dinner (Elizabeth): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will attend the Eastern Union County Community Advisory Board Spaghetti Dinner.

7PM- WYCA Annual Meeting (Springfield): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will present citations to awardees throughout the community who have exhibited tremendous leadership in their field of work and who have displayed great care for those in need.

Thursday, April 29th

9:15AM- New Jersey Conference of Mayors State Conference (Atlantic City): Senator Lesniak will participate in a panel discussion on Affordable Housing at the Conference of Mayors’ Annual State-wide Conference. Lesniak will discuss bill S1 and his efforts to reform New Jersey’s affordable housing laws.

12PM- Aspira New Jersey 33rd Annual Luncheon (Newark): Assemblyman Joseph Cryan will attend the New Jersey 33rd Annual Scholarship Luncheon.

4PM- Women’s Legislative Caucus Meeting & Reception (New Brunswick): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will participate in the Women’s Legislative Caucus to discuss concerns regarding access to health care for women and the palimony statute.

6:30PM- New Jersey Democratic State Committee’s Jefferson Jackson Dinner (Trenton): Senator Lesniak, Assemblyman Cryan and Assemblywoman Quijano will attend the NJDSC’s Jefferson Jackson Dinner. Senator Lesniak and Assemblyman Cryan will be honored for their former positions as NJDSC Chairs.

Saturday, May 1st

8AM- Women’s Political Caucus (New Brunswick): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will serve on the panel and speak at the Women’s Political Caucus. The topic of discussion is Pathways to Political Involvement: How To Be An Effective Advocate, and will be followed by a question and answer session.

12PM- Association of Black Women Lawyers of NJ’s Annual Brunch & 35th Anniversary Celebration (Princeton): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will attend the Association of Black Women Lawyers of NJ’s Annual Scholarship Jazz Brunch & 35th Anniversary Celebration.

6PM- HBANJ 29th Annual Scholarship Awards Dinner and Gala (Jersey City): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will attend the HBANJ 29th Annual Scholarship Awards Dinner and Gala.

WEEK OF APRIL 18 - APRIL 24, 2010

Sunday, April 18th

12PM - Disability Day (North Brunswick): Assemblyman Joseph Cryan is tentatively scheduled to participate in the North Brunswick Abilities Council’s Second Annual Disabilities Awareness Day.

Monday, April 19th

10:30AM- Edna Mahan Correctional Facility for Women “Expo Day” (Clinton): Senator Lesniak will participate in the “Diamonds on the Inside Expo Day” at a women’s correctional facility in Clinton, NJ. The event will focus on rehabilitation and reentry program. Senator Lesniak is an outspoken supporter of prisoner rehabilitation and reentry; he will discuss his efforts during a speaking program scheduled for 10:30 AM

7PM- Celebrate NJ 4th Grade Regional Awards Event (Newark): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will deliver remarks at the Celebrate NJ 4th Grade Regional Awards Event, which honors 4th grade participants of the Celebrate NJ Statewide Writing Contest.

Wednesday, April 21st

6:30PM- Union County Women’s Political Caucus’ Notable Women in Politics Reception (Mountainside): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will be honored at the Union County Women’s Political Caucus’ Notable Women in Politics Reception for her distinguished efforts in the field of politics.

7:30PM- Community Access 26th Annual Awards Night Celebration (Mountainside): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will present citations to Community Access’ 2010 award recipients who have made a valuable impact on the lives of teens and adults with special needs.

Thursday, April 22nd

8:15AM- Green Incentives Symposium (Union): Senator Lesniak, Assemblyman Cryan and Assemblywoman Quijano will join the Small Business Development Center at Kean University to present the Green Incentives Information Symposium at Liberty Hall Museum. Please click here for more information.

12PM- Union Rotary Club (Union): Assemblyman Joseph Cryan will address the Union Rotary Club and answer questions regarding the effect the state budget will have on business.

Friday, April 23rd

11AM- Annual NJSPA Legislative Conference (Monroe Township): Assemblyman Joseph Cryan will partake in a panel discussion for the Annual NJSPA Legislative Conference, discussing the current budget and pension reform issues impacting schools and the state of New Jersey.

Saturday, April 24th

7PM- Ribera Italian-American Cultural Annual Scholarship Dinner and Dance (Mountainside): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will present a resolution for Dr. Thomas M. Panitch for his long-time commitment to the Ribera Club.

WEEK OF APRIL 12 - APRIL 16, 2010

Monday, April 12th

10:30AM- Public Tour of Greater Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce (Elizabeth): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will visit the Greater Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce to meet with Gordon Haas, President/ Chief Executive Officer of GECC to discuss new innovative ways to help businesses in the surrounding area.

12PM- March to the Mailbox Campaign (Elizabeth): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will speak at the Union County Courthouse for the U.S. Census Bureau’s “March to the Mailbox” campaign to promote the 2010 Census and its importance.

6:45PM- Kean University Holocaust Memorial (Union): Senator Lesniak will participate in the Kean University Holocaust Memorial to hear stories from survivors and remember the 6 Million persons of Jewish-ethnicity killed in the Holocaust.

Tuesday, April 13th

12PM- Sixth Annual Latino Issues Convention and Business Expo (Secaucus): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will participate in the Sixth Annual Latino Issues Convention and Business Expo, which showcases businesses and consumers serving the Latino Market.

1:30PM- Tour of New Proceed Facility (Elizabeth): Assemblywoman Quijano will meet with PROCEED's Executive Director Teresa Soto-Vega for a private tour of their new facility

Wednesday, April 14th 

9AM- Mid-Year Forum on the Future of New Jersey (Princeton): Assemblyman Joseph Cryan will speak at the Leadership New Jersey’s Mid-Year Forum on the Future of New Jersey. The theme is “A New Day in Trenton?  A ‘First Look’ at New Jersey’s New Leadership…and Priorities.” 

Thursday, April 15th

11:30AM- New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities’ Community Building Award Ceremony (Trenton): Assemblyman Joseph Cryan will be honored with the Exceptional Policymaker Award at the New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities’ Community Building Award Ceremony.

12:30PM- New Jersey Builders Convention (Atlantic City): Senator Raymond Lesniak will be honored by the New Jersey Builders Association for his distinguished service to the industry.

6:30PM- Minority Student Program Banquet (Newark): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will present proclamations to Ronald Chen and the 2010 Class of MSP Students during the Rutgers’ Minority Student Program 42nd Anniversary Banquet.

WEEK OF APRIL 3 - APRIL 9, 2010

Saturday, April 3rd

9AM- Union Little League Opening Day Ceremony (Union): Assemblyman Joseph Cryan will participate in the Union Little League Opening Day Ceremony.

Monday, April 5th

11AM- Public Hearing on SCR-49 (Atlantic City): Senator Lesniak will preside over a public hearing on SCR-49, legislation which proposes a constitutional amendment authorizing the Legislature to allow in-person wagering and account wagering on sports events at Atlantic City casinos and at racetracks.

Tuesday, April 6th

12PM- Union County Community Development Luncheon (Linden): Senator Lesniak and Assemblywoman Quijano will celebrate National Community Development Week at a luncheon organized by the Union County Department of Parks and Community Renewal. Topics of discussion will include Community Development Block Grants and upcoming projects in our community.

6PM- Gene Carte Award (Ewing): Senator Lesniak will be honored by the Criminology Association at the College of New Jersey for his outstanding efforts to improve the criminal justice system in New Jersey.

Wednesday, April 7th

1PM- Elizabeth Housing Authority Tour (Elizabeth): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will tour the Elizabeth Housing Authority facility, where Senior Housing Assistance and Section 8 applications are first made available. Assemblywoman Quijano will also use this meeting to discuss future collaborations and the expansion for community gardens in the City of Elizabeth.

Thursday, April 8th

11AM- NJ Utilities Authority Press Conference (Trenton): Senator Lesniak and Assemblywoman Quijano will speak at the NJ Utilities Authority press conference to discuss the organization’s food drive efforts and their impact on our community. Assemblywoman Quijano will also discuss her ongoing efforts for the establishment of community gardens throughout the 20th district and encourage others to implement the program in their respective districts

Friday, April 9th

8AM- Legislative Breakfast Forum (Basking Ridge): Assemblyman Joseph Cryan will speak at the Somerset County Business Partnership’s Legislative Breakfast Forum. Topics include rebuilding New Jersey’s economy, job creation, business retention and decreasing property taxes.

11AM- Bayway Refinery Tour (Linden): Assemblywoman Annette Quijano will tour the Bayway Refinery to learn about their facilities. The tour will provide the Assemblywoman with additional information about various energy sectors which will help her understand more fully the industry as she works on cleaner air and alternative energy issues.