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SUMMARY:Bridge to Success: Virtual Webinar Series for Job Seekers
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling stressed in your job search? \nThe Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and EmPoWER Somerset are offering in October and November a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled “Bridge to Success.” These are challenging times. The stress-management techniques shared in this series will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search process\, and in life. \nThe virtual series will run every Monday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. beginning October 9\, 2023\, and ending November 27\, 2023. \nParticipation is limited to 12 people\, and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Everyone who attends and completes seven of the eight sessions will receive a $50 Amazon gift card. \nTo register\, user the QR code on this flyer\, or click here. For questions\, email Paul Grzella at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/bridge-to-success-virtual-webinar-series-for-job-seekers-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T130933
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231007T193358Z
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SUMMARY:N.J. Rural Health Conference: Building Resilient Rural Communities
DESCRIPTION:The Second Annual Rural Health Conference event\, hosted by the New Jersey Department of Health\, will be conducted from 8 a.m. to 4p.m. Thursday\, November 9\, at the Princeton Marriott at Forrestal\, 100 College East Road\, Princeton. \nThe event\, focusing on “Building Resilient Rural Communities\,” aims to will provide information about health trends that will help raise the standard for rural health in New Jersey. \nThe event’s keynote speaker is Eduardo Sanchez\, MD\, Chief Medical Officer for Prevention\, American Heart Association. \nTo register\, use the QR code in this flyer or go to Apps4Org (d1y1dr9xzw7t4i.cloudfront.net). \nFor questions or more information\, email NJST.RuralHealth@doh.nj.gov \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/n-j-rural-health-conference-building-resilient-rural-communities/
LOCATION:Princeton Marriott at Forrestal\, 100 College Road East\, Princeton\, NJ\, 08540\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231106T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231106T113000
DTSTAMP:20260420T130933
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T215045Z
UID:9980-1699266600-1699270200@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Bridge to Success: Virtual Webinar Series for Job Seekers
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling stressed in your job search? \nThe Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and EmPoWER Somerset are offering in October and November a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled “Bridge to Success.” These are challenging times. The stress-management techniques shared in this series will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search process\, and in life. \nThe virtual series will run every Monday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. beginning October 9\, 2023\, and ending November 27\, 2023. \nParticipation is limited to 12 people\, and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Everyone who attends and completes seven of the eight sessions will receive a $50 Amazon gift card. \nTo register\, user the QR code on this flyer\, or click here. For questions\, email Paul Grzella at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/bridge-to-success-virtual-webinar-series-for-job-seekers-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231103T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231103T123000
DTSTAMP:20260420T130933
CREATED:20231027T170228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T170344Z
UID:10174-1699005600-1699014600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:STEM and K-12 Education Apprenticeship Accelerator 2023
DESCRIPTION:The net.America Corporation\, in partnership with U.S. Department of Labor\, is hosting STEM and K-12 Education Apprenticeship Accelerator 2023 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Friday\, Nov. 3\, at Passaic County Community College in Paterson. \nThe event will showcase how Registered Apprenticeship Programs can help bolster STEM career education\, K-12 education\, and address STEM teacher shortages. The event will include live discussions\, a keynote by NJIT professor Ashish Borgaonkar\, expert panels with educators and employers\, and Q&A sessions designed to provide insight into the state of STEM and K-12 education and the benefits that Registered Apprenticeship Programs offer to address common challenges. \nSpeakers will include leaders from U.S. Department of Labor\, N.J. Department of Labor\, Camden U\, NJIT\, Behler of America\, Avatar Tech LLC\, Becton Dickinson\, and Passaic County Technical Vocational Schools. \nTo register for this free event\, go here.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/10174/
LOCATION:Passaic Community College\, 1 College Boulevard\, Paterson\, NJ\, 07505\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231030T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231030T113000
DTSTAMP:20260420T130933
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T215006Z
UID:9977-1698661800-1698665400@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Bridge to Success: Virtual Webinar Series for Job Seekers
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling stressed in your job search? \nThe Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and EmPoWER Somerset are offering in October and November a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled “Bridge to Success.” These are challenging times. The stress-management techniques shared in this series will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search process\, and in life. \nThe virtual series will run every Monday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. beginning October 9\, 2023\, and ending November 27\, 2023. \nParticipation is limited to 12 people\, and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Everyone who attends and completes seven of the eight sessions will receive a $50 Amazon gift card. \nTo register\, user the QR code on this flyer\, or click here. For questions\, email Paul Grzella at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/bridge-to-success-virtual-webinar-series-for-job-seekers-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231027T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231027T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T130933
CREATED:20230316T214707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T205916Z
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SUMMARY:Career Cafe at Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Training Services Center
DESCRIPTION:The Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Training Services Center at 27 Warren St.\, second floor\, Somerville\, is hosting a Career Cafe series this fall. \nJob seekers\, community- and faith-based organizations and current Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board partners as well as area businesses are invited to stop by for coffee\, cookies and conversation about the menu of Training Center’s services\, including individual and cohort training opportunities\, resume and job search assistance\, literacy services and much more. \nThis information series will be conducted from 2 to 4 p.m. on the following Fridays: September 29\, October 27 and November 17. If you can’t make it those days or hours\, the Training Center is open for walk-in service five days a week\, from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday\, and 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday to Friday. Appointments during those times are also available. In addition\, the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center at 6 Gauntt Place in Flemington is open for walk-in service from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Wednesday and by appointment Thursday and Friday. \nFor questions about the Career Cafes and to learn more about available services\, email onestop@co.somerset.nj.us or call 908-541-5780. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/career-cafe-at-greater-raritan-one-stop-career-training-services-center-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Training Center\, 27 Warren St.\, 2nd floor\, Somerville\, NJ\, 08876\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231023T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231023T113000
DTSTAMP:20260420T130933
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T214939Z
UID:9976-1698057000-1698060600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Bridge to Success: Virtual Webinar Series for Job Seekers
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling stressed in your job search? \nThe Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and EmPoWER Somerset are offering in October and November a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled “Bridge to Success.” These are challenging times. The stress-management techniques shared in this series will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search process\, and in life. \nThe virtual series will run every Monday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. beginning October 9\, 2023\, and ending November 27\, 2023. \nParticipation is limited to 12 people\, and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Everyone who attends and completes seven of the eight sessions will receive a $50 Amazon gift card. \nTo register\, user the QR code on this flyer\, or click here. For questions\, email Paul Grzella at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/bridge-to-success-virtual-webinar-series-for-job-seekers-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T191500
DTSTAMP:20260420T130933
CREATED:20230926T204218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230926T204346Z
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SUMMARY:Financial Literacy Workshop presented by Central Jersey Housing Resource Center
DESCRIPTION:According to Ramsey Solutions\, “four out of every five US workers live paycheck to paycheck” and “about 40% of Americans wouldn’t even be able to cover a $400 emergency”?  Are you part of that statistic? \nLearn the importance of budgeting\, tracking expenses\, credit scores\, debt to income ratios and more by attending Central Jersey Housing Resource Center’s (CJHRC) free virtual Financial Literacy Workshop on Wednesday\, October 18\, 2023\, from 6 to 7:15 p.m. \nParticipants will learn about CJHRC’s unique Savings Match Program for those who live in Somerset\, Hunterdon or Middlesex counties.  This program requires monthly counseling and on-going budgeting and savings in order for clients to receive a 3:1 match up to $900 towards a specific goal.  This can be an extremely beneficial program for those seeking to improve their spending and saving behavior. \nTo register\, got to the link in this flyer.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/financial-literacy-workshop-presented-by-central-jersey-housing-resource-center/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231016T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231016T113000
DTSTAMP:20260420T130933
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T214845Z
UID:9974-1697452200-1697455800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Bridge to Success: Virtual Webinar Series for Job Seekers
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling stressed in your job search? \nThe Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and EmPoWER Somerset are offering in October and November a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled “Bridge to Success.” These are challenging times. The stress-management techniques shared in this series will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search process\, and in life. \nThe virtual series will run every Monday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. beginning October 9\, 2023\, and ending November 27\, 2023. \nParticipation is limited to 12 people\, and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Everyone who attends and completes seven of the eight sessions will receive a $50 Amazon gift card. \nTo register\, user the QR code on this flyer\, or click here. For questions\, email Paul Grzella at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/bridge-to-success-virtual-webinar-series-for-job-seekers-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231013T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231013T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T130933
CREATED:20230927T144737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T144939Z
UID:10011-1697194800-1697198400@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Financial Literacy Webinar: Saving Fitness
DESCRIPTION:Sidney Baldayaque\, senior benefits advisor for the U.S. Department of Labor Employee Benefits Security Administration’s (EBSA) New York Regional Office\, will present “Saving Fitness: A Guide to Your Money and Your Financial Future” at 11 a.m. Friday\, October 13\, 2023. \nThis is the second workshop in a series of Financial Friday workshops being presented by the Middlesex County Office of Workforce and Career Development. \nPlanning for a secure retirement can be challenging\, but the sooner you start\, the easier it will be. Baldayaque will discuss ways to increase your financial fitness and save for retirement\, including making the most of employer-based retirement savings plans. The webinar aims to help participants start setting goals and putting your savings high on the list of personal priorities. \nTo register for this free Financial Friday Workshop\, click here to register or scan QR code in this flyer.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/10011/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231010T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231010T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T130933
CREATED:20230920T030613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T030829Z
UID:9994-1696960800-1696968000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Harm Reduction Conference at RVCC
DESCRIPTION:Community in Crisis\, Somerset County’s Peer Recovery Center\, is conducting a Harm Reduction Conference from 6 to 98 p.m. Tuesday\, October 10\, at The Raritan Valley Community College Event Center\, 118 Lamington Road\, Branchburg. \nThe event will feature several keynote speakers and panelists to discuss the latest trends in harm reduction. For more details\, see this flyer. \nHarm reduction emphasizes engaging directly with people who use drugs to prevent overdose and infectious disease transmission; improve physical\, mental\, and social wellbeing; and offer low barrier options for accessing health care services\, including substance use and mental health disorder treatment. \nBy equipping participants with life-saving tools and information\, the mission is to create positive change and save lives. Supplies will be on hand. \nTo register\, use the QR code in this flyer. For inquiries\, email spopa@communityincrisis.org.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/harm-reduction-conference-at-rvcc/
LOCATION:Raritan Valley Community College Event Center\, 118 Lamington Road\, Branchburg\, NJ\, 08876\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231009T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231009T113000
DTSTAMP:20260420T130933
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T214812Z
UID:9972-1696847400-1696851000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Bridge to Success: Virtual Webinar Series for Job Seekers
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling stressed in your job search? \nThe Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and EmPoWER Somerset are offering in October and November a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled “Bridge to Success.” These are challenging times. The stress-management techniques shared in this series will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search process\, and in life. \nThe virtual series will run every Monday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. beginning October 9\, 2023\, and ending November 27\, 2023. \nParticipation is limited to 12 people\, and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Everyone who attends and completes seven of the eight sessions will receive a $50 Amazon gift card. \nTo register\, user the QR code on this flyer\, or click here. For questions\, email Paul Grzella at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/bridge-to-success-virtual-webinar-series-for-job-seekers-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230929T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230929T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T130933
CREATED:20230316T214707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T205827Z
UID:9776-1695996000-1696003200@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Career Cafe at Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Training Services Center
DESCRIPTION:The Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Training Services Center at 27 Warren St.\, second floor\, Somerville\, is hosting a Career Cafe series this fall. \nJob seekers\, community- and faith-based organizations and current Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board partners as well as area businesses are invited to stop by for coffee\, cookies and conversation about the menu of Training Center’s services\, including individual and cohort training opportunities\, resume and job search assistance\, literacy services and much more. \nThis information series will be conducted from 2 to 4 p.m. on the following Fridays: September 29\, October 27 and November 17. If you can’t make it those days or hours\, the Training Center is open for walk-in service five days a week\, from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday\, and 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday to Friday. Appointments during those times are also available. In addition\, the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center at 6 Gauntt Place in Flemington is open for walk-in service from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Wednesday and by appointment Thursday and Friday. \nFor questions about the Career Cafes and to learn more about available services\, email onestop@co.somerset.nj.us or call 908-541-5780. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/career-cafe-at-greater-raritan-one-stop-career-training-services-center-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Training Center\, 27 Warren St.\, 2nd floor\, Somerville\, NJ\, 08876\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T130933
CREATED:20230816T224700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T225058Z
UID:9643-1694858400-1694872800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Somerset County Community Resource Event
DESCRIPTION:The Somerset County Department of Human Services\, Good Shepherd Lutheran Church\, and The Giving Network are collaborating on a two-day Community Resource Event in which resources and free items will be given away to community members. Items include free household items\, coats and more. Everything is available while supplies last. This event is open to all Somerset County families and individuals. No information is required from residents. \nThe event will be conducted at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church\, at 300 Union Ave\, Somerville\, on Friday\, September 15 from 4 to 8 p.m.\, and Saturday\, September 16\, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. \nAll interested local agencies are invited to participate\, by tabling to provide resources and promote agency services and programs. Follow this link to register by Thursday\, September 7. Please note this is an outside event and all agencies must provide their own table. Tents/canopies are encouraged. \nFor any questions\, contact Rheanah Johnson at Rjohnson@co.somerset.nj.us or call 908-704-6300.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/somerset-county-community-resource-event-2/
LOCATION:Good Shepherd Lutheran Church\, 300 Union Ave.\, Somerville\, NJ\, 08876\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230915T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230915T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T130933
CREATED:20230816T224700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T224844Z
UID:9639-1694793600-1694808000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Somerset County Community Resource Event
DESCRIPTION:The Somerset County Department of Human Services\, Good Shepherd Lutheran Church\, and The Giving Network are collaborating on a two-day Community Resource Event in which resources and free items will be given away to community members. Items include free household items\, coats and more. Everything is available while supplies last. This event is open to all Somerset County families and individuals. No information is required from residents. \nThe event will be conducted at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church\, at 300 Union Ave\, Somerville\, on Friday\, September 15 from 4 to 8 p.m.\, and Saturday\, September 16\, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. \nAll interested local agencies are invited to participate\, by tabling to provide resources and promote agency services and programs. Follow this link to register by Thursday\, September 7. Please note this is an outside event and all agencies must provide their own table. Tents/canopies are encouraged. \nFor any questions\, contact Rheanah Johnson at Rjohnson@co.somerset.nj.us or call 908-704-6300.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/somerset-county-community-resource-event/
LOCATION:Good Shepherd Lutheran Church\, 300 Union Ave.\, Somerville\, NJ\, 08876\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T193000
DTSTAMP:20260420T130933
CREATED:20230823T160718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230823T160718Z
UID:9879-1694615400-1694633400@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Constructing a Secure and Inclusive Workspace: Listening to Psychological and Physical Safety Concerns
DESCRIPTION:Listening session on safety in the construction industry will be conducted on Wednesday\, September 13\, at the Newark Public Library\, 5 Washington St.\, Newark. \nThere will be two listening sessions for Constructing a Secure and Inclusive Workshop. The first\, from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.\, is for employers. The second\, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.\, will be for employees. \nEach session will include agency introductions and an overview presentation\, followed by discussions on physical safety and mental health challenges. \nFor more information and to register\, use the eventbrite link in this flyer or go here. \nThe event is supported by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission\, the U.S. Department of Labor and other federal offices.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/constructing-a-secure-and-inclusive-workspace-listening-to-psychological-and-physical-safety-concerns/
LOCATION:Newark Public Library\, 5 Washington St.\, Newark\, NJ\, 07102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T130933
CREATED:20230808T222438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T222438Z
UID:9591-1691481600-1691514000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Equity for Working Women and Families
DESCRIPTION:A webinar\, Equity for Working Women and Families: Past\, Present and Future\, will be presented from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday\, August 16. \nThe event is presented by HHS Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health (OASH) Region 2 and the Department of Labor Women’s Bureau in the Northeast Region. \nThe webinar aims to address structural barriers that prevent economic and social well-being for working women and families by sharing accurate and timely data on working women in the labor force and highlighting policies that advance equity. \nSpeakers will highlight data on working women in the labor force from the past\, present\, and future\, and policies intended to advance equity for working women and families. \nTo register\, use the link in this flyer or go here.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/webinar-equity-for-working-women-and-families/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230725T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230725T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T130933
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T225729Z
UID:9199-1690279200-1690282800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Bridge to Success: Virtual Webinar Series for Job Seekers
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling stressed in your job search? \nThe Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and EmPoWER Somerset are offering in July and July a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled “Bridge to Success.” These are challenging times. The stress-management techniques shared in this series will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search process\, and in life. \nThe virtual series will run every Tuesday from 10 to 11 a.m. beginning June 6\, 2023\, and ending July 25\, 2023. \nParticipation is limited to 12 people\, and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Everyone who attends and completes seven of the eight sessions will receive a $50 Amazon gift card. \nTo register\, user the QR code on this flyer\, or click here. For questions\, email Paul Grzella at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/bridge-to-success-virtual-webinar-series-for-job-seekers-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230718T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T130933
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T225653Z
UID:9197-1689674400-1689678000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Bridge to Success: Virtual Webinar Series for Job Seekers
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling stressed in your job search? \nThe Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and EmPoWER Somerset are offering in July and July a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled “Bridge to Success.” These are challenging times. The stress-management techniques shared in this series will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search process\, and in life. \nThe virtual series will run every Tuesday from 10 to 11 a.m. beginning June 6\, 2023\, and ending July 25\, 2023. \nParticipation is limited to 12 people\, and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Everyone who attends and completes seven of the eight sessions will receive a $50 Amazon gift card. \nTo register\, user the QR code on this flyer\, or click here. For questions\, email Paul Grzella at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/bridge-to-success-virtual-webinar-series-for-job-seekers-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230717T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230717T193000
DTSTAMP:20260420T130933
CREATED:20210426T215840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T201607Z
UID:9046-1689598800-1689622200@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Golf Fore Literacy for Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County
DESCRIPTION:The 7th Annual Golf Fore Literacy supporting the Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County (LVSC) will begin on Monday\, July 17\, with a 1 p.m. Modified Shotgun Start. \nGolf packages start at $160 and include green frees\, golf cart\, lunch and 2-for-1 golf pages. Following the event\, a Summer Soiree will be conducted from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.\, and will feature a two-hour premium open bar\, an Italian buffet dinner and dessert under the tent. For those who don’t golf but would like to attend the dinner\, the cost is $60 per person. New this year\, there is also a beginner package to attend a one-hour golf clinic starting at 3:30 p.m. followed by a short course of golf and the Summer Soiree. The beginner package is $140 per person. \nLike so many nonprofits\, LVSC has transformed its services to a meet today’s needs. Today\, more than 300 students are learning English\, in person and remotely\,  working with 100-plus trained LVSC volunteers. Participation in Golf Fore Literacy will help support those who are learning to read\, write\, and communicate in English\, so that they can have a better life. \nTo register or for more information\, including event sponsorship details\, go to https://www.literacysomerset.org/events. \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/golf-fore-literacy-for-literacy-volunteers-of-somerset-county-2-2/
LOCATION:Royce Brook Golf Club\, 201 Hamilton Road\, Hillsborough\, NJ\, 08846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230711T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230711T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T130933
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T225623Z
UID:9195-1689069600-1689073200@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Bridge to Success: Virtual Webinar Series for Job Seekers
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling stressed in your job search? \nThe Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and EmPoWER Somerset are offering in July and July a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled “Bridge to Success.” These are challenging times. The stress-management techniques shared in this series will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search process\, and in life. \nThe virtual series will run every Tuesday from 10 to 11 a.m. beginning June 6\, 2023\, and ending July 25\, 2023. \nParticipation is limited to 12 people\, and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Everyone who attends and completes seven of the eight sessions will receive a $50 Amazon gift card. \nTo register\, user the QR code on this flyer\, or click here. For questions\, email Paul Grzella at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/bridge-to-success-virtual-webinar-series-for-job-seekers-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230706T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230706T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T130933
CREATED:20200401T184827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230221T180254Z
UID:8644-1688637600-1688644800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Career webinar: Mastering the Interview
DESCRIPTION:The interview is one of the key elements of the job search process. The virtual Mastering the Interview workshop being conducted from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Thursday\, July 6\, will allow participants to explore how to prepare for an interview\, become familiar with questions to expect\, and ask the question they should think about asking. \nThe event\, hosted by the Somerset County Library System of NJ\, will feature Jan Goodman\, community outreach specialist and career coach for the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Training Services Center. \nThis workshop will be conducted through Zoom and pre-registration is requested. To register\, go to https://bit.ly/3S4HhD1. \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/zoom-workshop-mastering-the-interview-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230704T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230704T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T130933
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T225544Z
UID:9193-1688464800-1688468400@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Bridge to Success: Virtual Webinar Series for Job Seekers
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling stressed in your job search? \nThe Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and EmPoWER Somerset are offering in July and July a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled “Bridge to Success.” These are challenging times. The stress-management techniques shared in this series will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search process\, and in life. \nThe virtual series will run every Tuesday from 10 to 11 a.m. beginning June 6\, 2023\, and ending July 25\, 2023. \nParticipation is limited to 12 people\, and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Everyone who attends and completes seven of the eight sessions will receive a $50 Amazon gift card. \nTo register\, user the QR code on this flyer\, or click here. For questions\, email Paul Grzella at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/bridge-to-success-virtual-webinar-series-for-job-seekers-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230630T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230630T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T130933
CREATED:20230316T214707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230316T215206Z
UID:8818-1688133600-1688140800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Career Cafe at Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Training Services Center
DESCRIPTION:The Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Training Services Center at 27 Warren St.\, second floor\, Somerville\, is hosting a Career Cafe series this spring. \nJob seekers\, community- and faith-based organizations and current Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board partners as well as area businesses are invited to stop by for coffee\, cookies and conversation about the menu of Training Center’s services\, including individual and cohort training opportunities\, resume and job search assistance\, literacy services and much more. \nThis information series will be conducted from 2 to 4 p.m. on the following Fridays: March 31\, April 28\, May 19 and June 30. If you can’t make it those days or hours\, the Training Center is open for walk-in service five days a week\, from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday\, and 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday to Friday. Appointments during those times are also available. \nFor questions about the Career Cafes and to learn more about available services\, email onestop@co.somerset.nj.us or call 908-541-5780. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/career-cafe-at-greater-raritan-one-stop-career-training-services-center-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Training Center\, 27 Warren St.\, 2nd floor\, Somerville\, NJ\, 08876\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230628T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230628T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T130933
CREATED:20230628T220242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230628T220242Z
UID:9476-1687939200-1687971600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:EARN Webinar: Creating a Disability-Inclusive Workplace - The Role of Accommodations
DESCRIPTION:Join EARN on Wednesday\, July 19\, from 2 to 3 p.m. for the “Creating a Disability-Inclusive Workplace: The Role of Accommodations” webinar. Presenters will explore the vital role accommodations play in creating inclusive workplaces and advancing the goals of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Rehab Act) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Presenters include: \n\nTracie DeFreitas\, Program Leader\, Director of Training\, Services\, and Outreach\, Job Accommodation Network (JAN)\nRobert F. Blake\, Deputy Director\, Office of Diversity and Equal Opportunity (ODEO)\, NASA\, Johnson Space Center\nJed Seifert\, Co-Founder\, Stakes Manufacturing\n\nAttendees will: \n\nUnderstand the impact of the Rehab Act and ADA on today’s workplaces;\nDiscover the role accommodations play in building an inclusive workplace culture; and\nLearn how to employ effective accommodation practices that go beyond compliance.\n\nParticipation is free\, but space is limited. Register here to reserve a spot.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/earn-webinar-creating-a-disability-inclusive-workplace-the-role-of-accommodations/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230627T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T130933
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T225454Z
UID:9191-1687860000-1687863600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Bridge to Success: Virtual Webinar Series for Job Seekers
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling stressed in your job search? \nThe Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and EmPoWER Somerset are offering in July and July a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled “Bridge to Success.” These are challenging times. The stress-management techniques shared in this series will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search process\, and in life. \nThe virtual series will run every Tuesday from 10 to 11 a.m. beginning June 6\, 2023\, and ending July 25\, 2023. \nParticipation is limited to 12 people\, and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Everyone who attends and completes seven of the eight sessions will receive a $50 Amazon gift card. \nTo register\, user the QR code on this flyer\, or click here. For questions\, email Paul Grzella at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/bridge-to-success-virtual-webinar-series-for-job-seekers-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230620T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230620T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T130933
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T225426Z
UID:9189-1687255200-1687258800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Bridge to Success: Virtual Webinar Series for Job Seekers
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling stressed in your job search? \nThe Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and EmPoWER Somerset are offering in July and July a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled “Bridge to Success.” These are challenging times. The stress-management techniques shared in this series will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search process\, and in life. \nThe virtual series will run every Tuesday from 10 to 11 a.m. beginning June 6\, 2023\, and ending July 25\, 2023. \nParticipation is limited to 12 people\, and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Everyone who attends and completes seven of the eight sessions will receive a $50 Amazon gift card. \nTo register\, user the QR code on this flyer\, or click here. For questions\, email Paul Grzella at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/bridge-to-success-virtual-webinar-series-for-job-seekers-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230613T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230613T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T130933
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T225329Z
UID:9186-1686650400-1686654000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Bridge to Success: Virtual Webinar Series for Job Seekers
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling stressed in your job search? \nThe Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and EmPoWER Somerset are offering in July and July a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled “Bridge to Success.” These are challenging times. The stress-management techniques shared in this series will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search process\, and in life. \nThe virtual series will run every Tuesday from 10 to 11 a.m. beginning June 6\, 2023\, and ending July 25\, 2023. \nParticipation is limited to 12 people\, and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Everyone who attends and completes seven of the eight sessions will receive a $50 Amazon gift card. \nTo register\, user the QR code on this flyer\, or click here. For questions\, email Paul Grzella at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/bridge-to-success-virtual-webinar-series-for-job-seekers-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230609T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230609T123000
DTSTAMP:20260420T130933
CREATED:20230523T230453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230523T230544Z
UID:9309-1686310200-1686313800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Financial Friday Free Virtual Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Middlesex County Office of Workforce and Career Development will present the first in a series of Financial Friday workshops on Friday\, June 9\, at 11:30 a.m. Yolanda Swiney\, Vice President/Community Development Officer with Community Development Banking at PNC will be presenting Credit Scores and Reporting. \nCredit score determine a lot more than the loans you can get and the interest rates you pay. Insurers use credit scores to set premiums for auto and homeowners’ coverage. Landlords use them to decide who gets to rent their apartments. Credit scores determine who gets the best cell phone plans and who must make bigger deposits to get utilities. \nDuring this webinar\, participants will explore the importance of credit scores and reports and learn how to access information about your credit score and report. Strategies on how to build and improve your credit and protect yourself from incorrect claims and fraud also will be discussed. \nGo here to register or use the QR code in this flyer. \nFor information about this and other upcoming events\, along with other jobseeker or employer services\, call the Middlesex County Office of Career Opportunity today at 732-745-3955 (general) or 732-293-1341 (youth 16-24). \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/financial-friday-free-virtual-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230606T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230606T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T130933
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T225356Z
UID:9184-1686045600-1686049200@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Bridge to Success: Virtual Webinar Series for Job Seekers
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling stressed in your job search? \nThe Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and EmPoWER Somerset are offering in June and July a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled “Bridge to Success.” These are challenging times. The stress-management techniques shared in this series will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search process\, and in life. \nThe virtual series will run every Tuesday from 10 to 11 a.m. beginning June 6\, 2023\, and ending July 25\, 2023. \nParticipation is limited to 12 people\, and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Everyone who attends and completes seven of the eight sessions will receive a $50 Amazon gift card. \nTo register\, user the QR code on this flyer\, or click here. For questions\, email Paul Grzella at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/bridge-to-success-virtual-webinar-series-for-job-seekers-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR