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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/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T140000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230915T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230915T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T151036
CREATED:20230816T224700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T224844Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T193000
DTSTAMP:20260420T151036
CREATED:20230823T160718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230823T160718Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T151036
CREATED:20230808T222438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T222438Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230725T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230725T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T151036
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T225729Z
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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 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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230718T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T151036
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T225653Z
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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 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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230717T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230717T193000
DTSTAMP:20260420T151036
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230711T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230711T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T151036
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230706T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230706T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T151036
CREATED:20200401T184827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230221T180254Z
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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:20260420T151036
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:20260420T151036
CREATED:20230316T214707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230316T215206Z
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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 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:20260420T151036
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:20260420T151036
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:20260420T151036
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:20260420T151036
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:20260420T151036
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:20260420T151036
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
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230601T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230601T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T151036
CREATED:20200513T173950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230217T204301Z
UID:8648-1685613600-1685620800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Career webinar: Creating a Dynamic Job Portfolio
DESCRIPTION:The job market continues to change\, as does the way we look for work. In the career webinar\, Creating a Dynamic Job Portfolio\, participants will discuss the value of presenting yourself as a complete package by using a resume as an introduction to an employer and backing it up with a portfolio presented at the interview. \nThe Thursday\, June 1\, webinar\, beginning at 10 a.m.\, is presented in collaboration with the Somerset County Library System of NJ\, in partnership by Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center Training Services. The presenter is Jan Goodman\, community outreach specialist/career coach for Career Center Training Services. \nThe workshop will be presented on the Zoom platform\, and pre-registration is required. To register\, go to https://bit.ly/3E98TB7.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/career-webinar-creating-a-dynamic-job-portfolio-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T151036
CREATED:20230420T213919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230420T214227Z
UID:9068-1684846800-1684857600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center Open House in Flemington
DESCRIPTION:The Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center is hosting a Spring Open House from 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesday\, May 23\, at the Center offices at 6 Gauntt Place\, Building 2\, Lower Level\, Flemington. \nJob seekers\, community and faith-based organizations\, employers\, and local workforce system partners are invited to meet personnel and learn about the free employment\, training\, career and supportive services available to individuals and employers from the different parts of the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board system serving Hunterdon and Somerset Counties. \nIf you can’t make it that day\, stop by the office on another day; it is open for walk-in service from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Wednesday and by appointment on Thursday and Friday. \nFor more information\, call 908-541-5780 or 908-237-0016 or email onestop@co.somerset.nj.us. \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/greater-raritan-one-stop-career-center-open-house-in-flemington/
LOCATION:Hunterdon One Stop\, Building #2\, 6 Gauntt Place\, Flemington\, NJ\, 08822\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230519T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230519T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T151036
CREATED:20230316T214707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230316T214843Z
UID:8816-1684504800-1684512000@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/
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:20230510T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230510T203000
DTSTAMP:20260420T151036
CREATED:20230508T225826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230508T230011Z
UID:9220-1683745200-1683750600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Recovery Roundtable sponsored by Not An Easy Fix
DESCRIPTION:Join a community conversation on Recovery from Substance Use Disorder\, which will be conducted from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday\, May 10\, at St. John Episcopal Church\, Fellowship Hall\, 158 W. High St.\, Somerville. \nA representative from the GRWDB Pathways to Recovery program will take part in the conversation along with representatives from Community in Connection\, Open Door Recovery Center and the Sharing the Hope Family Support Center. \nThis is the third and final in a series of conversations sponsored by Not An Easy Fix\, a local community organization. The first two focused on prevention and treatment. \nFor more information\, visit www.notaneasyfix.org or email info@notaneasyfix.org.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/recovery-roundtable-sponsored-by-not-an-easy-fix/
LOCATION:St. John Episcopal Church\, 158 W. High St.\, Somerville\, NJ\, 08876\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T151036
CREATED:20230324T205622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230504T204836Z
UID:8871-1683370800-1683381600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Hiring and Community Resource Event in Somerville
DESCRIPTION:An in-person Hiring and Community Resource Event will be presented from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday\, May 6\, in the Somerset County Human Services Building\, 27 Warren St.\, first-floor Conference Room\, Somerville. \nThis event is presented by the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development and the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board in collaboration with the Somerset County Commission on the Status of Women. \nThere is space for up to 30 employer and community group participants\, who are invited to present information on job openings and services. In addition\, there will be a “Dress to Impress” corner for women re-entering the workforce\, organized by commission members. There is no cost to participate. Employers and community organizations may register using the QR code in this flyer or by going to https://bit.ly/3zhHpGZ. \nJob seekers and community members who wish to attend the event may register at https://bit.ly/3LnUqWh or by using the QR code in this flyer. Registration is optional and all are invited to attend. \nHere is the list of employer/agency participants with the job titles they are recruiting for\, as of May 3: \n\n3M – Packaging Operator\nArchangels Services LLC – Personal Care Aides (PCA)\, Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA)\, Certified Nurse Assistants (CNA)\, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)\nBroadway Group Home LLC – Direct Support Professional\nCentral Jersey College Prep Charter School – Math Teacher\, Science Teacher\, ELA Teacher\, Special Education Teacher\, Elementary Teacher\, Physical Education Teacher\, Foreign Language Teacher\, STEM Teacher\, In-Class Support Teacher\, Gifted and Talented Teacher\nDelta Community Supports – Direct Support Professional\, Residential Coordinator\nFoothill Acres Rehabilitation and Nursing Center – Nursing\, Office\, Administrative\nGreater Raritan Somerset County YMCA – Lead Teachers\, Teacher Assistants\, Camp Counselors\, Lifeguards\, Swim Instructors\, Group Exercise Instructors\, Yoga Instructors\, SACC Counselors\, Site Supervisors\nHackensack Meridian Health – Various Hospitality\, Allied Health\, and Nursing roles\nHopes Cap Inc. – Information on different community programs\, including energy\, childcare\, and seniors\nMagna-Power Electronics\, Inc. – Sheet Metal Fabricator\, Transformer Assembler\, Electronic Test Technician\, Electro-Mechanical Manufacturing Production Assembler\nMatheny Medical and Educational Center – Teachers\, Teacher’s Aides\, Nurses\, Nursing Assistants\nNew Jersey Department of Corrections – Correctional Police Officers as well as Civilian opportunities\nNORWESCAP – Career & Life Transition Center – Sharing agency information\nParker Health Group Inc. – Recreation Assistant\, Concierge\, Dining Assistant\, Food Service Aide\, Culinary Attendant\, Utility Kitchen Worker\, CNA/Certified Nursing Assistant\, LPN/Licensed Practical Nurse\nRight at Home (Committed Care Solutions\, LLC) – Home Health Aides (full and part time)\, Companion Caregivers (part time)\, office help (part time)\nRobert Wood Johnson Somerset – Registered Nurses\, Clinical Care Technicians\, Unit Clerks\, Receptionist\, Radiology\, Housekeeping\nPatient Transport\, Security\, various other job titles\nSomerset County – Human Services\, Planning\, Finance\, Information Technology\, Public Health\, Public Works\nSomerset Treatment Services – Part-time SUD Counselor\, Part-time Nurse (LPN\, RN)\, Student interns\nStonebridge at Montgomery – CNA\, LPN\, RN Activity Assistant\, Housekeeper\, Porter\, Maintenance Mechanic\, Security Guard\, Driver\, Cook\, Waitstaff\nU.S. Postal Service – City Carrier Assistant\, Rural Carrier Associate.\n\nQuestions: Email info@thegrwdb.org or call 908-541-5790.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/hiring-and-community-resource-event-in-somerville/
LOCATION:Somerset County Human Services Building\, 27 Warren Street\, 1st floor conference room\, Somerville\, NJ\, 08876\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Recruitment Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230428T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230428T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T151036
CREATED:20230316T214707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230316T214749Z
UID:8814-1682690400-1682697600@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/
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:20230426T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230426T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T151036
CREATED:20230410T182659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230410T182659Z
UID:8994-1682508600-1682514000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Career webinar: Autism and the Workforce -- Fitting the Puzzle Pieces Together
DESCRIPTION:Join the Middlesex County Workforce Development Board’s Abilities Committee and the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development’s Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday\, April 26\, for a panel discussion about Autism in the workplace\, from training to employment\, from a perspective of Diversity\, Equity\, Inclusion\, and Belonging. \nThe webinar is geared toward employers\, families\, and job seekers on the Autism Spectrum. Scheduled panel participants include: \n\nRunning a Successful Business with Individuals on the Autism Spectrum—Ann Marie Sullivan\nJob Preparedness—Jason Weppelman\, SME\nInterviewing—Helen Genova\, Ph.D.\nDisclosure—Jason Weppelman\, SME\nSCALE (Supporting Community Access Through Leisure and Employment) program at Rutgers University—James Marraventano\, Ed.D.\nNJTIP @ Rutgers (Travel Independence Program)—Louis Hoffman.\n\nTo register to attend this event\, go here. \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/career-webinar-autism-and-the-workforce-fitting-the-puzzle-pieces-together/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230421T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230421T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T151036
CREATED:20230413T172754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T172754Z
UID:9027-1682074800-1682085600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Earth Day Bike Drive
DESCRIPTION:RideWise\, Somerset County’s transportation agency\, works to give adults in need of reliable transportation a new ride through its BikeConnect program. BikeConnect is a bicycle rehabilitation program presented in partnership with Pops Bike Shop in Somerville; donated bicycles are repaired and given to adults who need reliable transportation for employment. \nThis program is possible only through bike donations from the community. Community members can “recycle” their old\, gently used bikes by donating them to RideWise at an Earth Day Bike Drive running from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday\, April 21\, at Pops Bike Shop\, 34 E. Main St.\, Somerville. The program is especially in need of large-frame bikes for individuals 5 foot 9 inches and taller. \nThe rain date is Monday\, April 24. \nTo learn more about BikeConnect or to inquire about the bike drive\, contact 908-704-1011\, or visit https://ridewise.org/bikeconnect/.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/earth-day-bike-drive/
LOCATION:Pops Bike Shop\, 34 E. Main St.\, Somerville\, NJ\, 08876\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230418T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230418T190000
DTSTAMP:20260420T151036
CREATED:20230320T163949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230320T184635Z
UID:8834-1681837200-1681844400@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Progressive Center for Independent Living Support Coordination Info Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Progressive Center for Independent Living (PCIL) is hosting a Support Coordination Info Fair from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday\, April 18\, at the Meadows at Oldwick\, 800 Fisher Road\, Whitehouse Station. \nPCIL serves Hunterdon and Somerset Counties.  At the event\, vendors will be available for families to meet and discuss services and PCIL representatives will be on hand to answer any questions around support coordination and the other services we have available. \nTo attend\, RSVP to 908-633-4085 by April 12. \nFor more information\, visit www.pcil.org.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/progressive-center-for-independent-living-support-coordination-info-fair/
LOCATION:Meadows at Oldwick\, 800 Fisher Road\, Whitehouse Station\, NJ\, 08889\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230412T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230412T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T151036
CREATED:20200513T173950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230201T194805Z
UID:8500-1681293600-1681300800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Career webinar: Creating a Dynamic Job Portfolio
DESCRIPTION:The job market continues to change\, as does the way we look for work. In the career webinar\, Creating a Dynamic Job Portfolio\, participants will discuss the value of presenting yourself as a complete package by using a resume as an introduction to an employer and backing it up with a portfolio presented at the interview. \nThe Wednesday\, April 12\, webinar\, beginning at 10 a.m.\, is presented in collaboration with the Johnson Public Library in Hackensack and North Jersey Partners\, in partnership by Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center Training Services. The presenter is Jan Goodman\, community outreach specialist/career coach for Career Center Training Services. \nThe workshop will be presented on the Zoom platform\, and pre-registration is required. To register\, go to https://bit.ly/3H8CKud.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/career-webinar-creating-a-dynamic-job-portfolio-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230406T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230406T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T151036
CREATED:20230223T232259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T232259Z
UID:8689-1680771600-1680796800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:NJ Reentry conference Training for the Dignity of Work
DESCRIPTION:The New Jersey Reentry Corporation\, the nonprofit agency whose mission is to remove all barriers to employment for citizens returning from jail or prison\, will conduct its annual reentry conference\, “Training for the Dignity of Work\,” on Thursday\, April 6\, beginning at 9 a.m. at the Mac Mahon Student Center\, Saint Peter’s University\, Jersey City. \nThe event\, which will focus on job training and other skills needed for successful reentry into society\, will feature the stories of several NJRC participants who have developed careers because job training. The conference will also feature a variety of seminars with business leaders\, government officials\, and the formerly incarcerated\, that will focus on pathways to employment. \nRegister here for the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/njrc-annual-conference-training-for-the-dignity-of-work-tickets-542886637547. \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/nj-reentry-conference-training-for-the-dignity-of-work/
LOCATION:Saint Peter’s University\, 2641 John F. Kennedy Blvd.\, Jersey City\, NJ\, 07306\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230331T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230331T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T151036
CREATED:20230316T214707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230316T214707Z
UID:8812-1680271200-1680278400@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/
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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END:VCALENDAR