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SUMMARY:Northern NJ Veterans Stand Down
DESCRIPTION:The City of Newark and Assemblywoman Cleopatra Tucker along with several local and state agencies are hosting a Northern New Jersey Veterans Stand Down event from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday\, October 12 at the JFK Recreation Center\, 211 W. Kinney St.\, Newark. \nServices include VA Healthcare\, public benefit\, non-profit services\, medical screening\, housing and homelessness resources\, mental health services\, legal assistance and more. Lunch will be provided for all attendees and transportation will be provided in selected locations. Veterans are asked to bring their DO2 14\, and reservists and National Guard members are welcome. \nFor information and to RSVP\, call 1-885-289-8527 or email njsovets@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/northern-nj-veterans-stand-down/
LOCATION:JFK Recreation Center\, 211 W. Kinney St.\, Newark\, NJ\, 07103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T180000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063109
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SUMMARY:Somerset County Veterans Resource\, Job and Wellness Fair
DESCRIPTION:Veterans\, their families\, and the public are invited to attend the Veterans Resource\, Job and Wellness Fair\, a free event sponsored by the Somerset County Board of County Commissioners. This event offers valuable resources and information about services\, health and wellness\, employment\, networking opportunities and more. County Commissioner Director Shanel Y. Robinson will present a brief keynote on “Transitioning From Military Service to Civilian Workforce.”  Pre-registration is requested. \nThe Veterans Fair takes place from 3 to 6 p.m.\, Thursday\, Oct. 10\, at the Senior Wellness Center at Bridgewater\, 876 E. Main St.\, Bridgewater\, NJ 08807. Following an opening ceremony and the presentation by Robinson\, attendees will be able to network with employers and agency representatives\, participate in health screenings\, and enjoy light refreshments. To pre-register\, click here\, call 908-704-6300\, or visit https://bit.ly/VeteransEventRegistration. \nAt this free event\, Veterans and their families will have access to more than 40 companies and agencies ranging from private to non-profit\, healthcare and behavioral health agencies offering resources\, services\, information\, and employment. \nParticipating agencies include: \n\nAmerican Water (commitment to offering employment to Veterans and their families)\nBridgewater Marriot (jobs for Veterans transitioning into civilian life)\nDrug Enforcement Administration (employment for administrative\, research\, forensic science)\nFederal Air Marshal Service (employment for tech jobs\, security)\nFiserv (tech jobs\, and sales)\nJohnson & Johnson (military connected opportunities and resources for Veterans and their spouses\, military students\, and those currently serving)\nMass Mutual New Jersey (financial advice for unexpected hardships\, planning for the future)\nNew Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (assistance with taxes\, housing\, employment and skill building)\nRichard Hall Community Health & Wellness Center (access to mental health services)\nRobert Wood Johnson University Somerset (employment\, access to resources\, Veterans Employee Resource Group)\nSomerset County Department of Health (health information\, education materials and free health screenings)\n\nTo see an event map and a list of participating businesses and agencies\, click here. \nFor more information\, agencies and employers may email info@thegrwdb.org or call 908-541-5790.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/somerset-county-veterans-resource-job-and-wellness-fair/
LOCATION:Senior Wellness Center at Bridgewater\, 876 E. Main St.\, Bridgewater\, NJ\, 08876\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Fair,Community Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board":MAILTO:info@thegrwdb.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063109
CREATED:20240916T214634Z
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SUMMARY:Artificial Intelligence in the Life Sciences
DESCRIPTION:The New Jersey Institute of Technology and the New Jersey Department of Labor are hosting “Artificial Intelligence in the Life Sciences” from 12 to 2 p.m. Thursday\, October 10\, at NJIT’s Main Campus in Newark\, in the Central King Building\, Room 116. \nThe event is geared toward college and high school students interested in learning more about the impact AI is having in the life sciences. There is limited seating for the event\, which also has a virtual attendance option. \nThe main speaker is Anthony Wallace\, vice president and general manager U.S. Surgical\, Bausch + Lomb. There also will be a presentation on how AI is impacting the workforce; a presentation on Women In Stem with Jennifer Harper Siegel. Head of HR Digital Strategy Execution for Johnson & Johnson; a session on how AI is impacting mental health with Mariam Khayretdinova of Brainify.AI; and a panel discussion led by representatives of Students 2 Science. \nThere is no charge to attend the event. To register\, use the link or QR code in this flyer. The event is presented by NJIT and the New Jersey Department of Labor’s Industry Partnership’s team. \nFor more information\, email Angelica.lindo@dol.nj.gov.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/artificial-intelligence-in-the-life-sciences/
LOCATION:New Jersey Institute of Technology Central King Building\, 100 Summit St\, 07103\, Newark\, NJ\, 07103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T153000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063109
CREATED:20240820T213801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T224015Z
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SUMMARY:2024 Somerset County DISABILITY Expo & Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Somerset County Office on Aging and Disability Services and the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board are hosting the 2024 DisABILITY Expo and Job Fair on Saturday\, October 5\, from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at the Senior Wellness Center at Bridgewater\, at 876 E. Main Street and is open to all residents. \nThis in-person event is a unique “one-stop shopping” opportunity that county residents utilize to meet representatives from more than 30 county\, state\, and local agencies\, and businesses. \nSome of the participants include Alternatives\, Inc. Hunterdon County NJ Senior\, Disabilities & Veterans Services\, Kessler Foundation\, New Jersey Division of Disability Services\, Norwescap\, Our House\, Inc. Raritan Valley Habitat for Humanity Somerville\, RWJBarnabas Health Community Health Department\, Rutgers Health – School of Health Professions\, Safe+Sound Somerset\, Somerset County Library System of New Jersey\, Somerset County Park Commission\, StarThrower Group\, Inc\, Your Choice Home Care\, Zufall Health\, CEA- Center for Educational Advancement\, Grace Healthcare Services\, Hackensack Meridian Health\, LifeWave\, Matheny Medical and Educational Center\, United States Government Postal Services\, Valley Wellness NJ and WellCare Nurses & Staffing NJ. \nFor more\, go here to see the event map and list of vendor participants: https://bit.ly/4eoH3Ba. \nThe event focuses on disability-related information and employment opportunities but will be of value to anyone interested in learning about the many services available to Somerset County residents. There also will be two workshops\, on Emergency Preparedness and Personal Assistance Services Program. \nTo register and for more information\, call 909-203-6080.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/2024-somerset-county-disability-expo-job-fair/
LOCATION:Senior Wellness Center at Bridgewater\, 876 E. Main St.\, Bridgewater\, NJ\, 08876\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Fair,Community Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board":MAILTO:info@thegrwdb.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063109
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SUMMARY:Clean Slate Expungement Clinic
DESCRIPTION:The New Jersey Office of the Public Defender (NJOPD)\, First Baptist Church of Lincoln Gardens\, Assemblyman Joe Danielsen\, D-Dist. 17\, and Somerset County are teaming up to host a Clean Slate Expungement Clinic from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesday\, Oct. 1\, at First Baptist\, 711 Somerset St.\, Somerset section of Franklin. \nThe free event is open to all New Jersey residents in need of expungement. The event offers one-on-one consultations with experienced NJOPD attorneys and legal professionals who will assist with expungement eligibility\, paperwork\, and more. \nTo register\, use the link in this flyer or go here. \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/clean-slate-expungement-clinic/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church of Lincoln Gardens\, 771 Somerset St.\, Somerset\, NJ\, 08873\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240927T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240927T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063109
CREATED:20240905T145210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T145303Z
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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\, current Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board partners\, and businesses representatives based in Hunterdon and Somerset counties 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 27\, October 25 and November 22. 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 4:30 p.m. Monday 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 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/career-cafe-at-greater-raritan-one-stop-career-training-services-center-3/
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:20240926T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063109
CREATED:20240910T231407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T231423Z
UID:12279-1727373600-1727380800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Teen Speak Workshop Hosted by EmPower Somerset
DESCRIPTION:EmPower Somerset is conducting a free\, virtual Teen Speak Parent and Caregiver Workshop on September 19 and 26\, 2024 from 6 to 8 p.m. \nTeen Speak teaches the skills necessary to open the lines of communication between parents/caregivers and their teens focusing on topics such\nas sex\, mental health\, and substance use. Participants who complete both sessions will receive a $40 gift card. \nSeating is limited. To register\, scan the QR code in this flyer of visit https://tinyurl.com/bdfucw5n.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/teen-speak-workshop-hosted-by-empower-somerset-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063109
CREATED:20240910T231308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T231308Z
UID:12277-1726768800-1726776000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Teen Speak Workshop Hosted by EmPower Somerset
DESCRIPTION:EmPower Somerset is conducting a free\, virtual Teen Speak Parent and Caregiver Workshop on September 19 and 26\, 2024 from 6 to 8 p.m. \nTeen Speak teaches the skills necessary to open the lines of communication between parents/caregivers and their teens focusing on topics such\nas sex\, mental health\, and substance use. Participants who complete both sessions will receive a $40 gift card. \nSeating is limited. To register\, scan the QR code in this flyer of visit https://tinyurl.com/bdfucw5n. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/teen-speak-workshop-hosted-by-empower-somerset/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063109
CREATED:20240826T224943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T220740Z
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SUMMARY:Resource Expo with CEA and DVRS
DESCRIPTION:A Resource Expo will be presented by the Center for Educational Advancement (CEA) from 1 to 4 p.m.  Thursday\, September 19\, at the Flemington Elks Lodge\, 165 Route 31\, Flemington. \nThis event will feature local and state partners sharing information on: community employment and job coaching; college search support; and mental health Service providers. In addition\, representatives from the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services (DVRS) will be on-site. \nRSVP by using the QR code in this flyer. For more information\, contact Dr. Paul Semegran\, the CEA’s director of Academic & Transition Services at psemegran@cea-nj.org or 908-782-1480\, Ext. 111.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/resource-expo-with-cea-and-dvrs/
LOCATION:Flemington Elks Lodge\, 165 Route 31\, Flemington\, NJ\, 08822\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240813T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240813T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063109
CREATED:20240725T224015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T224025Z
UID:12009-1723557600-1723564800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Community Workshop: Senior Fraud Seminar
DESCRIPTION:HomeSharing\, Inc. is hosting a Senior Fraud Seminar on Tuesday\, August 13\, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Peoplecare Center at 120 Finderne Ave. in Bridgewater. \nParticipants will learn about the top scams targeting senior citizens and the steps they can take to protect themselves and their finances. This event is presented by Amboy Bank and HomeSharing. \nLight refreshments will be served. \nTo Register\, call Jen Zollo at 732-906-3939 or email jzollo@amboybank.com.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/community-workshop-senior-fraud-seminar/
LOCATION:PeopleCare Center\, 120 Finderne Ave.\, Bridgewater\, NJ\, 08807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240719T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240719T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063109
CREATED:20240708T222537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T222703Z
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SUMMARY:Negotiating and Signing a Residential Lease Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Visions and Pathways is hosting a Residential Lease Workshop on Friday\, July 19\, from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the agency at 16th Fourth Ave.\, Bridgewater. \nDuring this free workshop\, participants will learn how to negotiate and sign a residential lease. Standard lease provisions will be reviewed\, along with techniques to negotiate and advocate in discussions with landlords. \nThe event also will share information on other local services\, and food will be served. \nThe workshop is presented by Visions and Pathways and Street Law. To register\, scan the QR code in this flyer.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/negotiating-and-signing-a-residential-lease-workshop/
LOCATION:Visions and Pathways\, 16th Fourth Ave.\, Bridgewater\, NJ\, 08807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240715T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240715T190000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063109
CREATED:20240614T224502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T224502Z
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SUMMARY:Golf Fore Literacy for Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County
DESCRIPTION:The 8th Annual Golf Fore Literacy supporting the Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County (LVSC) will begin on Monday\, July 15 with a 1 p.m.  Shotgun Start at the Neshanic Valley Golf Course\, 2301 South Branch Road\, Neshanic Station. \nThe event features: \nFull Course Golfers (18-holes). $225/person: Best ball scramble. Full course package includes green fees\, golf cart\, putting green\, driving range\, box lunch\, and prizes. Plus\, after-party to include 2-hour premium open bar with dinner and dessert. \nBeginner Golfers – Not ready for 18 holes? $175/person: Beginner golf package includes a 1-hour clinic and short course. Plus\, after-party to include 2-hour premium open bar with dinner and dessert. \nNon-Golfers After-Party Only. $85/person: Not a golfer? Join the after-party in a panoramic ballroom overlooking the rolling hills of Somerset County. Includes a two-hour open bar with dinner and dessert. \nParticipation in Golf Fore Literacy will help support those in LVSC programs 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 here. \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/golf-fore-literacy-for-literacy-volunteers-of-somerset-county-3/
LOCATION:Neshanic Valley Golf Course\, 2301 South Branch Road\, Neshanic Station\, NJ\, 08853\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063109
CREATED:20230316T214707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231220T221257Z
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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\, current Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board partners\, and businesses representatives based in Hunterdon and Somerset counties 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: April 26\, May 31 and June 28. 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-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
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:20240622T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T163000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063109
CREATED:20240605T211110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T211502Z
UID:11752-1719055800-1719073800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Cannabis Town Hall and Job Fair at RVCC
DESCRIPTION:A Cannabis Town Hall featuring panel discussions with industry leaders and local and state legislators\, a cannabis career fair\, and an expungement clinic will be presented from 12 to 4 p.m.\, Saturday\, June 22\, in the Event Center at Raritan Valley Community College (RVCC) on Lamington Road in Branchburg. \nThis unique gathering combines an educational symposium with a job fair to shed light on the swiftly expanding cannabis landscape. Doors will open at 11:30 a.m. and admission is free. Registration is optional at this link: https://bit.ly/3WTCVDa. \nThis event is sponsored by the Coalition for Medical Marijuana New Jersey (CMMNJ) in partnership with a variety of agencies. These include Canna Coverage Insurance Services\, Project Clean Slate\, Minorites for Medical Marijuana (M4MM)\, The Glory Firm\, NJ Cannabis Consulting\, Valley Wellness\, Aunt Mary’s Cannabis Dispensary\, Future Entheogenic Medicines\, Visions and Pathways\, and the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board (GRWDB). \nDuring the June 22 Town Hall – the first of its type in Somerset and Hunterdon counties – a panel of experts will cover topics ranging from legalization updates to the impact these updates will have on local communities. These panel discussions present an opportunity to engage with like-minded individuals and get questions answered during four 40- to 45-minute talks. Topics include: \n\nBuilding the Cannabis Ecosystem in Municipalities\nCannabis Tax Revenue: Economic Development\, Workforce Development\, Social Justice\, Tracking and Measuring Accountability\nImproving Health Outcomes through Medical Cannabis\nThe Psychedelics Market\, Research to Retail\n\nThe panel discussions\, running from 12 to 4 p.m.\, will be preceded by vendor networking\, and free pizza and water provided by United Food and Commercial Workers International Union (UFCW 360). The union represents workers from across New Jersey who work in the cannabis industry’s entire supply chain. \nVendor of cannabis-related enterprises will be part of a vendor hall set up in the RVCC Conference Center. Among these will be multiple businesses with available job openings. \nValley Wellness\, located at 407 US 202 in Raritan Borough\, will be conducting impromptu interviews for various positions within their dispensary\, alongside Aunt Mary’s who will be accepting resumes. You can secure your spot for an on-site interview by pre-registering via the QR code in this flyer or by this link: https://bit.ly/450lsej. However\, walk-ins are also warmly welcomed\, so attendees are encouraged to bring their resumes. \nIn addition\, Canna Coverage will be accepting resumes from experienced insurance professionals or college students who are interested in internships. \nBusinesses interested in participating in this event as a one-time vendor or becoming a sponsor of ongoing cannabis-related events sponsored by the Coalition of Medial Marijuana can use the QR code in this flyer or go to this link: https://bit.ly/3WTCVDa. \nThe on-site Expungement Clinic will be led by Glory Law Firm attorney Valisha Desir and other attorneys on site. Those interested in utilizing these services must pre-register\, by using the QR code in this flyer or by using this link https://bit.ly/3wEUgoV. \nAttendees also will have the opportunity to enter a raffle and win one of two $500 scholarships for NJ Cannabis Certified. This is a 15-hour\, five-module certificate course\, conducted live via Zoom in partnership with RVCC and seven other New Jersey community colleges. It is designed for individuals looking to kick-start their career in the cannabis industry or simply expand their knowledge. For details about NJ Cannabis Certified\, visit https://njcannacert.com/.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/cannabis-town-hall-and-job-fair-rvcc/
LOCATION:Raritan Valley Community College Event Center\, 118 Lamington Road\, Branchburg\, NJ\, 08876\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Fair,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T123000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063109
CREATED:20240522T180736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T180914Z
UID:11709-1718186400-1718195400@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training
DESCRIPTION:A Veteran Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training on Wednesday\, June 12\, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the County College of Morris\, Maston Library Learning Center\, RM 121\, 214 Center Grove Road\, Randolph. \nThis workshop will feature S.A.V.E. and Gun Safety Training. \nIt is open to the public but will be especially helpful for Veterans\, Veteran Providers\, Case Workers and Community Partners. \nOptional registration is available by using the link in this flyer. It will be helpful to plan refreshments. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/11709/
LOCATION:County College of Morris\, 214 Center Grove Rooad\, Randolph\, NJ\, 07869\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T210000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063109
CREATED:20240503T190144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T192744Z
UID:11556-1717614000-1717621200@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County Annual Meeting and Recognition Event
DESCRIPTION:Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County (LVSC) will host its Annual Meeting and Recognition Event at the PeopleCare Center\, 120 Finderne Ave.\, Bridgewater\, on Wednesday\, June 5\, from 7 to 9 p.m. \nThis event is free and open to all LVSC tutors\, students\, and supporters. Pizza and dessert will be served. \nRepresentatives of the LVSC Board and Executive Director\, Aimee Lam\, will review the past year and look towards the next. Tutors will be thanked for their hard work and dedication\, achievements will be recognized\, and the LVSC community will be celebrated. \nGo here to register to attend the event.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/literacy-volunteers-of-somerset-county-annual-meeting-and-recognition-event/
LOCATION:Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County\, PeopleCare Center\, 120 Finderne Ave.\, Bridgewater\, NJ\, 08807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063109
CREATED:20230316T214707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231220T221151Z
UID:10488-1717164000-1717171200@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\, current Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board partners\, and businesses representatives based in Hunterdon and Somerset counties 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: April 26\, May 31 and June 28. 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-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
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:20240531T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063109
CREATED:20240531T180601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240531T180630Z
UID:11737-1717142400-1717174800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Somerset County BizFest
DESCRIPTION:The annual Somerset County BizFest will be presented from 2 to 5 p.m. Thursday\, June 13\, at the Somerset Patriots Ballpark\, 1 Patriots Park\, Bridgewater. \nThe Somerset County Business Community will have an opportunity to promote their business to an array of suppliers\, consultants\, and residents\, while making new business-to-business contacts. During the event\, businesses can introduce residents and other businesspeople to product and service options available in the surrounding areas. More than 75 businesses will be in attendance. \nThis event is free to the business and residential community to attend. \nBusinesses interested in participating as a vendor may register here. Space is limited. \nFor more information\, contact CEdwards@scbp.org.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/somerset-county-bizfest/
LOCATION:Somerset Patriots TD Bank Ballpark\, 1 Patriots Drive\, Bridgewater\, NJ\, 08807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Event,Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240520T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240520T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063109
CREATED:20240419T194143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240419T195415Z
UID:11464-1716210000-1716220800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Veteran’s Resource Fair in Hunterdon County
DESCRIPTION:The Hunterdon County Board of Commissioners and Congressman Tom Kean\, Jr. are presenting a Veteran’s Resource Fair on Monday\, May 20\, at 1 p.m.\, at the County Complex\, Building 1\, 314 Route 12\, in Flemington. \nThe event is specifically designed to provide resources\, support\, and networking opportunities for veterans. A number of state and county departments will be present\, along with the YMCA of Bucks and Hunterdon Counties and the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board. Additional participants will be announced at the event date nears. \nLight refreshments will be served. \nTo RSVP\, click here.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/veterans-resource-fair-in-hunterdon-county/
LOCATION:Hunterdon County Complex\, 314 State Route 12\, Flemington\, NJ\, 08822\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063109
CREATED:20240513T142212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T142346Z
UID:11629-1716037200-1716048000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Aging Well Expo in Bridgewater
DESCRIPTION:Somerset County Office on Aging and Disability Services is presenting the 2024 Aging Well Expo from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday\, May 18\, at the Senior Wellness Center at Bridgewater. \nAttendees can tour the multipurpose senior center\, hear from providers\, participate in yoga demonstrations\, and learn more how the Office on Aging & Disability Services can help support community members. \nFor more information or to register for this free event\, contact the Somerset County Office on Aging & Disability Services at 908-704-6346 or OfficeAging@co.somerset.nj.us.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/aging-well-expo-in-bridgewater/
LOCATION:Senior Wellness Center at Bridgewater\, 876 E. Main St.\, Bridgewater\, NJ\, 08876\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T191500
DTSTAMP:20260420T063109
CREATED:20240501T221747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T221830Z
UID:11545-1715882400-1715886900@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:CJHRC Webinar: Car Leasing\, Car Buying & Lemon Laws Overview
DESCRIPTION:Central Jersey Housing Resource Center (CJHRC) is presenting a webinar\, “Car Leasing\, Car Buying & Lemon Laws Overview\,” on Thursday\, May 16\, from 6 to 7:15 p.m. \nA car is usually the second most expensive cost after housing. During this free webinar\, participants will learn important tips before they buy\, lease or sell their existing car; how credit affects their interest rate; understand NJ Lemon Laws; and much more. \nThis is the second year this webinar is being presented – agency officials say they are bringing the subject back because the first event was so well received. \nTO register\, click on the following https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/1152686646172222808\,  or got to www.cjhrc.org and hover over the Virtual Counseling Programs tab and click on HRC Informational Series. Click on the webinar you want to register for and it will bring you to a flyer with a link to register. If you have questions or need help registering\, please contact a CJHRC Counselor at 908-446-0037.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/11545/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063109
CREATED:20240509T174857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T175007Z
UID:11595-1715860800-1715868000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Legal Services of Northwest Jersey Credit Repair Collections Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Legal Services of Northwest Jersey is hosting a virtual legal clinic at 12 p.m. Thursday\, May 16\, 2024\, to advise on legal issues regarding collections\, credit repair\, and debt defenses. Attendees should register ahead of time\, which will allow the agency’s attorneys to either meet with them one-on-one during the event\, or to schedule an attorney consultation with the attendees in the coming weeks after the clinic. \nTo register for this event\, go here. \nThe agency provides legal assistance for people experiencing poverty in Hunterdon\, Morris\, Somerset\, Sussex and Warren Counties.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/legal-services-of-northwest-jersey-credit-repair-collections-webinar/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240513T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240513T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063109
CREATED:20240510T181938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T181938Z
UID:11610-1715616000-1715619600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Women’s Bureau-Empowering Care Workers: Policy Insights & Support for a Day Without Childcare
DESCRIPTION:The U.S. Department of Labor Women’s Bureau will present a webinar\, “Empowering Care Workers: Policy Insights & Support for a Day Without Childcare\,” from 4 to 5 p.m. Monday\, May 13. \nThe purpose of this event is to amplify the work of the Women’s Bureau and the participating panelists in reducing the caregiver penalty and addressing the undervaluation of workers in the care economy. This virtual event aims to uplift the rights of care workers\, by discussing key policy recommendations and reforms\, highlighting policy papers and short films that seek to shift the narrative around the care economy and its workers\, and raising awareness of this day of action and how people can connect with it in their cities and states. \nTo register\, click here.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/womens-bureau-empowering-care-workers-policy-insights-support-for-a-day-without-childcare/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063109
CREATED:20240424T223703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T223952Z
UID:11488-1715328000-1715356800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:11th Annual Culture of Health Conference
DESCRIPTION:The NJ YMCA State Alliance is hosting the 11th Annual Culture of Health Conference on Friday\, May 10\, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Ocean Place Resort and Spa\, 1 Ocean Boulevard\, Long Branch. \nThe theme for this year’s conference is Navigating Systems for Deepening Community Impact. Through breakout sessions and keynote addresses\, the systems and social drivers that play a critical role in advancing health equity within our communities will be explored. \nRegistration is $45 per person. Use the link or QR code in this flyer to register. Registration closes on May 6.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/11th-annual-culture-of-health-conference/
LOCATION:Ocean Place Resort and Spa\, 1 Ocean Blvd.\, Long Branch\, NJ\, 07740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063109
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T163439Z
UID:10789-1715162400-1715166000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Bridge to Success: Virtual Webinar Series for Job Seekers
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling stressed in your job search? \nThis spring\, the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and EmPoWER Somerset are offering a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled Bridge to Success. The stress-management techniques shared in this series focus on behavioral\, social\, and cognitive coping strategies that can be used to address stressful situations at home\, work\, and interpersonal relationships. The strategies will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search process\, and in life. \nThe virtual series will run every Wednesday from 10 to 11 a.m. beginning on March 20\, and ending May 8. \nWhile there is no limit on participants\, those taking part in the program 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\, use the QR code on this flyer\, or click here. For questions\, email info@thegrwdb.org.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/bridge-to-success-virtual-webinar-series-for-job-seekers-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-3-2-2-2-6/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063109
CREATED:20230816T224700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T223715Z
UID:11176-1714816800-1714831200@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Somerset County Free Community Resource Event
DESCRIPTION:The Somerset County Department of Human Services\, Good Shepherd Lutheran Church\, The Giving Network and the Princeton Justice Initiative are collaborating on a two-day Community Resource Event in which resources and free items will be given away to community members. \nThe event will be conducted at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church\, at 300 Union Ave\, Somerville\, on Friday\, May 3\, from 4 to 8 p.m.\, and Saturday\, May 4\, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. \nItems 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. \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 Friday\, April 19. 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-2-2/
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:20240503T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063109
CREATED:20230816T224700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T223846Z
UID:11178-1714752000-1714766400@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Somerset County Free Community Resource Event
DESCRIPTION:The Somerset County Department of Human Services\, Good Shepherd Lutheran Church\, The Giving Network and the Princeton Justice Initiative are collaborating on a two-day Community Resource Event in which resources and free items will be given away to community members. \nThe event will be conducted at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church\, at 300 Union Ave\, Somerville\, on Friday\, May 3\, from 4 to 8 p.m.\, and Saturday\, May 4\, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. \nItems 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. \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 Friday\, April 19. 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-2-2-2/
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:20240501T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240501T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063109
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T163454Z
UID:10788-1714557600-1714561200@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Bridge to Success: Virtual Webinar Series for Job Seekers
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling stressed in your job search? \nThis spring\, the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and EmPoWER Somerset are offering a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled Bridge to Success. The stress-management techniques shared in this series focus on behavioral\, social\, and cognitive coping strategies that can be used to address stressful situations at home\, work\, and interpersonal relationships. The strategies will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search process\, and in life. \nThe virtual series will run every Wednesday from 10 to 11 a.m. beginning on March 20\, and ending May 8. \nWhile there is no limit on participants\, those taking part in the program 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\, use the QR code on this flyer\, or click here. For questions\, email info@thegrwdb.org.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/bridge-to-success-virtual-webinar-series-for-job-seekers-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-3-2-2-2-5/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063109
CREATED:20230316T214707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231220T221219Z
UID:10483-1714140000-1714147200@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\, current Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board partners\, and businesses representatives based in Hunterdon and Somerset counties 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: April 26\, May 31 and June 28. 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-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
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:20240424T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063109
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T163203Z
UID:10787-1713952800-1713956400@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Bridge to Success: Virtual Webinar Series for Job Seekers
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling stressed in your job search? \nThis spring\, the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and EmPoWER Somerset are offering a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled Bridge to Success. The stress-management techniques shared in this series focus on behavioral\, social\, and cognitive coping strategies that can be used to address stressful situations at home\, work\, and interpersonal relationships. The strategies will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search process\, and in life. \nThe virtual series will run every Wednesday from 10 to 11 a.m. beginning on March 20\, and ending May 8. \nWhile there is no limit on participants\, those taking part in the program 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\, use the QR code on this flyer\, or click here. For questions\, email info@thegrwdb.org.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/bridge-to-success-virtual-webinar-series-for-job-seekers-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-3-2-2-2-4/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR