Second Saturday Awareness & Action Group, Inc. of Tangipahoa - SSAAG

06/18/2026

Early Voting is happening and Election Day is coming up. YOUR vote makes a difference in your community!

📅 Early Voting: June 12th – 20th (Closed June 19th)
(Monday – Saturday, 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM)

🗳️ Election Day: June 27th
(Polls open 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM)

Vote at your assigned polling location.

Every vote counts! please share this post so your friends and family don’t miss out!

📲 Visit geauxvote.com for polling locations, registration information, and more.

Visit Become a Candidate for information about qualifying, campaign finance, running for office or contact information for candidates and officeholders throughout the state.

06/18/2026

📢 Tangipahoa Parish Residents! Your vote is needed on June 27th!

On the ballot is a RENEWAL of an existing property tax that has funded critical public health services for 30 years. This is NOT a new tax and comes at NO increase to taxpayers.

This renewal keeps Parish Health Units in Hammond and Amite running - providing vaccines, WIC services, water testing, sanitary inspections, rabies control, and more for 140,000+ residents.
Your vote can determine the future of these services.

Please share and get out and vote! 💙

🗳 Election Day: June 27th

06/13/2026

Back to School Parish-wide Bash for Tangi students coming soon! Check the flyer for location and time details. If you have any questions, reach out to [email protected].

06/13/2026

📰 Our June Newsletter is here!

This month we are focusing on education and training — from trade schools and certification programs right here in Tangipahoa Parish to free tutoring resources for K-12 students.

We also recap our May candidate forum and share raffle winners.

Thank you to our sponsors for continuing to support the work of the organization and our ability to gather people for rich and meaningful conversation. If you’re interested in becoming a member and/or sponsor, please see the information below.

Read, share, and get informed. Our community is stronger when we are educated and engaged.

06/13/2026

FREE summer meals for ALL children 18 and under are being provided across the local area. Please see below with location and time pick ups.

06/06/2026

📣 You're Invited!

Join us on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 8:30 AM at the Hammond City Council Annex, 310 E. Charles St., Hammond, LA 70401.

We're honored to welcome Regina Showers-Gordon, founder of Petra College and The Petra Foundation. As an educator, entrepreneur, and community leader, she has dedicated her work to empowering individuals and families through education, workforce development, and economic opportunity.

Come hear an inspiring message about building stronger communities through education and empowerment.

04/26/2026

📣 You're Invited!

Join us Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 8:30 AM at the Tangipahoa African American Heritage Museum, 1600 Phoenix Square, Hammond, LA 70403.

Special Guest Jamie Davis, U.S. Senate Candidate for Louisiana, will be on hand along with local candidates running for their respective offices.

We're also covering Tangipahoa Parish School Board Information and having a HUGE Mother's Day Raffle! 🎁💕

Come out, bring a friend, and let's build a stronger community — Together!

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04/26/2026

Do you have questions about the upcoming election? Make plans to join us on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at 8:30 AM at the Tangipahoa African American Heritage Museum for an informative community meeting focused on voter awareness, civic engagement, and community empowerment.

If you are interested in participating in this forum, please use the link below to sign up. We hope to see you there!

https://forms.gle/TJ5MDb4LuWrUmKk16

03/17/2026

Tangipahoa Parish School System Office of Innovation is offering an opportunity for the community to tour schools in the Hammond area. If you are interested, please use the QR code to RSVP. If you have any questions, please reach out to the number on the flyer!

03/15/2026

What a time we had!

A special thank you to Dr. Dwan Mabry for sharing her knowledge on childbirth and the potential dangers that can arise when proper care and qualified providers are not available. Her insight was truly informative and impactful.

We would also like to thank our wonderful host, Mrs. Connie Dotey, and the amazing staff of J’ Ruckers Event Center for welcoming us into their beautiful facility. If you’re looking for a great place to host your next event, be sure to contact her about renting the venue!