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Marketplace Datebook for Wednesday, May 21, 2014

The margarita bar at Fonda San Miguel restaurant in Austin, Tx.
The margarita bar at Fonda San Miguel restaurant in Austin, Tx.
Filipa Rodrigues/KUT

From the Marketplace Datebook, here’s a look at what’s coming up Wednesday, May 21:

In Washington, the United States Senate Committee on Finance Subcommittee on Social Security, Pensions, and Family Policy will hold a hearing about Strengthening Social Security to Meet the Needs of Tomorrow’s Retirees.

President Obama will welcome the Super Bowl Champion Seattle Seahawks to the White House to honor the team and their Super Bowl XLVIII victory.

Brought to you by the letters U – S and O. Sesame Street’s Elmo and Friends will roll onto Capitol Hill in their Sesame Street/USO tour bus to attend the bi-annual USO Service Project event.

Thinking about a dinner date? Keep in mind that it’s National Wait Staff Day! Win over your server and your date with a large tip!

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