The Final State of the Union
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Summary:
Today, fifty-four children visited the White House for the second annual Kids' State Dinner, hosted by First Lady Michelle Obama. We've picked our 5 favorite moments to share.
First Lady Michelle Obama delivers remarks during the Kids' State Dinner in the East Room of the White House, July 9, 2013. (Official White House Photo by Chuck Kennedy)
Fifty-four young chefs, whose recipes were selected as winners of Epicurious' Healthy Lunchtime Challenge, visited the White House today for the second annual Kids' State Dinner, hosted by First Lady Michelle Obama in the State Dining Room.
When they arrived, White House chefs were busy in the kitchen whipping up some of the winning recipes. After hearing the First Lady speak, President Obama surprised everyone by stopping by to say hello. Singer Rachel Crow also made an appearance – some of the kids even got on stage to dance with her!
Their visit was so much fun, we had to compile some of our favorite moments. Check them out below.
1. Yummy Healthy Meals
Joshua from Montana is a proud member of the clean plate club!! Zucchini corn bread and veggie spring rolls, check! pic.twitter.com/traXCycwVb
— Let's Move! (@letsmove) July 9, 2013
2. Star Treatment
So many delicious recipes and amazing young chefs at this year's #KidsStateDinner: pic.twitter.com/d5dmwx8Ndj
— FLOTUS (@FLOTUS) July 9, 2013
3. Making New Friends
Me and my new friend Charli from North Dakota waiting for our bus to take us to the @whitehouse #kidsstatedinner pic.twitter.com/p4ZWBUl81l
— Amber Kelley (@CookWithAmber) July 9, 2013
4. Surprise Visits
President Barack Obama greets guests at the Kids' State Dinner in the East Room of the White House, July 9, 2013. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)
5. Fun and Dancing
Balloon animals cover tables in the Grand Foyer of the White House during the Kids' State Dinner, July 9, 2013. (Official White House Photo by Lawrence Jackson)
Happening now: @iamrachelcrow performs at the #KidsStateDinner! Watch live http://t.co/LnHkS9Z0J2 pic.twitter.com/gn9RfJMxAg— Let's Move! (@letsmove) July 9, 2013
First Lady Michelle Obama dances as Rachel Crow performs during the Kids' State Dinner in the East Room of the White House, July 9, 2013. (Official White House Photo by Lawrence Jackson)
