Rep. Woolsey will be joining the Congressional Progressive Caucus ad hoc hearing on the “Grand Bargain” budget and tax negotiations during the lame duck session. Open to the public at 1:00pm(ET) in 2237 Rayburn House Office Building.

WATCH WOOLSEY: Petaluma Little League - They exemplify what is best about youth sports. Their performance on and off the field is a testament to their coaches, their parents and their teachers. http://bit.ly/TSEslQ

Tune in to C-SPAN Wednesday at 10:00am(ET)/7:00am(PT) to hear Rep. Woolsey’s speech honoring the outstanding Petaluma Little League Team and its run for the championship. http://cs.pn/rkdLrn

WATCH WOOLSEY: It’s time to stop conducting national security policy on the principles of revenge and retaliation. The right way to ensure security is to put America’s best foot forward, to lead with our compassion and not our military firepower.

I'll be on KSRO Newstalk 1350 at 9:45/6:45(PT) to discuss the anniversary of 9/11. http://www.ksro.com/

The The United States Department of Justice has awarded a $225,000 grant to Rohnert Park’s Center For Innovation And Resources, Inc. The Center will develop and sustain a national membership organization of nonprofit organizations serving families of missing children.

September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. Check out Let's Move, America’s move to raise a healthier generation of kids. http://1.usa.gov/OqWp68

LYNN’S LEGACY: In 1993, Rep Woolsey joined the Progressive Caucus for a White House meeting on budget priorities. http://cs.pn/O30SMY

The National Cancer Institute has awarded a $210,975 grant to Novato’s Buck Institute. The grant will support research on cellular senescence, aging and cancer development. http://1.usa.gov/l8Zx7W

The Drug Free Communities Support Program has awarded a $125,000 grant to the Petaluma Coalition to Prevent Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Problems. These grants provide community coalitions needed support to prevent and reduce youth substance use. http://1.usa.gov/POvWkg

It’s Leukemia and Lymphoma Awareness Month. Each year 47,150 people are diagnosed. Get the facts here: http://1.usa.gov/p3x4DY

LYNN’S LEGACY: The fight over the budget isn’t new. In 1993, as a member of the House Budget Committee and the budget reconciliation conference committee, Rep. Woolsey discussed the negotiation process for the Fiscal Year 1994 federal budget. http://cs.pn/NCgDJf

The Drug Free Communities Support Program has awarded a $125,000 grant to Sonoma County Prevention Partnership. These grants provide community coalitions needed support to prevent and reduce youth substance use. http://1.usa.gov/POvWkg

The Drug Free Communities Support Program has awarded a $125,000 grant to Novato Blue Ribbon Coalition for Youth. These grants provide community coalitions needed support to prevent and reduce youth substance use.

In advance of Labor Day 2012, U.S. Department of Labor Secretary Solis – "America's Job Counselor" -- will host a live Twitter chat at 2:00ET/11:00PT on Thursday, August 30. This is a great opportunity, especially for high school and college students, to ask questions and receive information on entering the workforce, finding job training programs and identifying up-and-coming careers.

The The United States Department of Justice has awarded a $245,304 grant to Santa Rosa’s National Indian Justice Center Inc. The funding will support crime victims and make sure their rights are protected. http://1.usa.gov/NdiA2C

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Today, California State Senator Mark Leno will be introducing a resolution honoring Rep. Woolsey’s service. (approx. 12:00(PT)/3:00(ET). Watch live: http://bit.ly/Qn8lef

Tomorrow, the National Park Service will celebrate its 96th birthday. Take in the scenery, learn a little history, or simply enjoy the great outdoors.