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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
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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:20260420T081435
CREATED:20240522T180736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T180914Z
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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:20260420T081435
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T081435
CREATED:20230316T214707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231220T221151Z
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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/
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:20240531T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T081435
CREATED:20240531T180601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240531T180630Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240520T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240520T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T081435
CREATED:20240419T194143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240419T195415Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T081435
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T191500
DTSTAMP:20260420T081435
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T081435
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240513T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240513T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T081435
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T081435
CREATED:20240424T223703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T223952Z
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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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T081435
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:20260420T081435
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:20260420T081435
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:20260420T081435
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:20260420T081435
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:20260420T081435
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T081435
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T163222Z
UID:10786-1713348000-1713351600@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-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-3-2-2-2-3/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T081435
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T163244Z
UID:10785-1712743200-1712746800@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-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-3-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240408T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240408T190000
DTSTAMP:20260420T081435
CREATED:20240322T212621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T213050Z
UID:11165-1712592000-1712602800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:NJBPU Payment Assistance Event
DESCRIPTION:NJ SHARES is hosting a NJ Board of Public Utilities Payment Assistance for Gas and Electric (NJ BPU PAGE) grant event at the Somerville Library\, 35 West End Ave.\, Somerville\, on Monday\, April 8\, from 4 to 7 p.m. \nThis event is designed to help individuals apply for energy (gas and electric) assistance. Registration is not required. \nPlease reference this flyer for items to bring. For questions\, call 908-458-8445.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/njbpu-payment-assistance-event/
LOCATION:Somerville Public Library\, 35 W. End Ave.\, Somerville\, NJ\, 08876\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T081435
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T163323Z
UID:10783-1712138400-1712142000@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/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240328T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240328T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T081435
CREATED:20230223T232259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T230410Z
UID:10948-1711616400-1711641600@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 conference\, “Mental Health: Mental Health is Everyone’s Business\,” on Thursday\, March 28\, beginning at 9 a.m. at the Mac Mahon Student Center\, Saint Peter’s University\, Jersey City. \nThe event will host national advocates\, experts\, and those individuals and families grappling with mental illness in search of healing. Patients\, physicians and psychiatrists\, community activists\, and compassionate non-profits\, lawyers\, law enforcement\, and legislators will join the conversation. \nRegister here for the event. \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/nj-reentry-conference-training-for-the-dignity-of-work-2/
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:20240327T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T081435
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T163347Z
UID:10780-1711533600-1711537200@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/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T081435
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T163406Z
UID:10773-1710928800-1710932400@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/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240310T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240310T133000
DTSTAMP:20260420T081435
CREATED:20200401T171818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T231503Z
UID:10950-1710068400-1710077400@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County Garden of Literacy Brunch and Silent Auction
DESCRIPTION:The Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County’s Garden of Literacy Brunch and Silent Auction will be conducted at 11 a.m. March 10 at The Olde Mill Inn in Basking Ridge. \nThe marks the return of this signature agency event\, which features a champagne brunch and gift baskets in a silent auction. Paul Grzella\, director of The Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board\, is receiving the agency’s Advocacy Award for his efforts in securing funding for the First Steps Basic English literacy initiative. This program\, supported by the Somerset County Board of County Commissioners\, is allowing the LVSC to work collaboratively with other community partners to expand access to English instruction in underserved areas. \nSponsorships to the Garden of Literacy Brunch are available; individual tickets are $85 per person. \nFor details\, visit the LVSC’s website and go to the events page.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/literacy-volunteers-of-somerset-county-garden-of-literacy-brunch-and-silent-auction-3/
LOCATION:Olde Mill Inn\, 225 Route 202\, Basking Ridge\, NJ\, 07920\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T190000
DTSTAMP:20260420T081435
CREATED:20240119T231617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T231617Z
UID:10636-1709748000-1709751600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: I Want to Purchase an Affordable Unit - How Do I Begin?
DESCRIPTION:The Central Jersey Housing Resource Center (CJHR) will present a webinar\, I Want to Purchase an Affordable Unit – How Do I Begin?\, from 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesday\, March 6. \nThe webinar is free and will cover a variety of topics; a question-and-answer session will follow the presentation. \nTo register\, use the link in this flyer or go 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. \nIf you have questions or need help registering\, contact a CJHRC Counselor at 908-446-0037.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/webinar-i-want-to-purchase-an-affordable-unit-how-do-i-begin/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240229T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240229T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T081435
CREATED:20210512T214743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T223823Z
UID:4679-1709195400-1709211600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:JA Inspire Career Fair at Raritan Valley Community College
DESCRIPTION:Middle school students want to learn about New Jersey companies and the world of work! Traditionally\, Junior Achievement of New Jersey (JA) has helped educators connect their students with career pathways and opportunities that inspire their future. \nToward that end\, the JA Inspire Career Fair is being conducted from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Thursday\, February 29\, at Raritan Valley Community College in Branchburg. \nThis is one in a series of career exploration events being conducted around the state for New Jersey students. This series brings together various industries\, companies\, and employee volunteer role models to show hundreds of middle school students in attendance firsthand available careers and their pathways. JA encourages employer and exhibitor participants to create engaging displays to educate and excite the students about the world of work. \nThere is still time for interested exhibitors to register\, and there is no free to be an exhibitor. To get involved\, just click on the link in the flyer or go here. \nFor more information\, contact Jamie Campbell at Jamie.Campbell@ja.org or visit janj.org.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/ja-inspire-virtual-career-expo/
LOCATION:Raritan Valley Community College Event Center\, 118 Lamington Road\, Branchburg\, NJ\, 08876\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Fair,Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T081435
CREATED:20230926T204218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T225628Z
UID:10631-1709141400-1709150400@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Financial Literacy Workshop Webinar presented by Central Jersey Housing Resource Center
DESCRIPTION:Are trying to establish credit for the first time? Or are you trying to re-establish credit or are experiencing a life-style change? \nAmilcar Freire with Provident Bank and Kenneth A. Myers with Synchrony Bank will lead a Central Jersey Housing Resource Center’s (CJHRC) free virtual Financial Literacy Webinar on Wednesday\, February 28\, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. \nTopics to be covered include fair housing\, budgeting and tracking expenses\, managing money\, saving\, credit reports and much more. \nTo register\, got to the link in this flyer\, or go to www.cjhrc.org and hover over the Virtual Counseling Programs tab and click on the Financial Literacy Workshop\, click on Financial Literacy Workshop link and register at the link on the bottom of the flyer.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/financial-literacy-workshop-presented-by-central-jersey-housing-resource-center-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240215T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240215T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T081435
CREATED:20210512T214743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T223931Z
UID:10629-1707985800-1708002000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:JA Inspire Career Fair at Middlesex College
DESCRIPTION:Middle school students want to learn about New Jersey companies and the world of work! Traditionally\, Junior Achievement of New Jersey (JA) has helped educators connect their students with career pathways and opportunities that inspire their future. \nToward that end\, the JA Inspire Career Fair is being conducted from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Thursday\, February 15\, at Middlesex College in Edison. \nThis is one in a series of career exploration events being conducted around the state for New Jersey students. This series brings together various industries\, companies\, and employee volunteer role models to show hundreds of middle school students in attendance firsthand available careers and their pathways. JA encourages employer and exhibitor participants to create engaging displays to educate and excite the students about the world of work. \nThere is still time for interested exhibitors to register\, and there is no free to be an exhibitor. To get involved\, just click on the link in the flyer or go here. \nFor more information\, contact Jamie Campbell at Jamie.Campbell@ja.org or visit janj.org.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/ja-inspire-virtual-career-expo-2/
LOCATION:Middlesex College\, 2600 Woodbridge Ave.\, Edison\, NJ\, 08818\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Fair,Community Event
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