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SUMMARY:Somerset County Vocational and Technical High School Open House
DESCRIPTION:Somerset County Vocational and Technical High School at 14 Vogt Drive\, Bridgewater\, is hosting an Open House from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.  Saturday\, Oct. 14. \nThis is an opportunity for students and their caregivers to learn about the many Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways available at the school. These include multiple pathways in the trades\, the arts and the sciences. \nTo pre-register\, call 908-526-8900\, ext. 7298 or use the QR code in this flyer. \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/somerset-county-vocational-and-technical-high-school-open-house/
LOCATION:Somerset County Vocational-Technical  High School\, 14 Vogt Drive\, Bridgewater\, NJ\, 08807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Fair
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T201712
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T221222Z
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SUMMARY:ShopRite of Flemington Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:ShopRite of Flemington is hosting a Job Fair at the store at 272 Highway 202/31 North\, Flemington\, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday\, Oct. 14. \nOpen positions include Deli\, Produce\, Seafood\, Bakery\, Grocery\, Night Crew\, Service Clerks\, Pharmacy Clerks\, Micro-Fulfillment Center and Order-Pick-up-Delivery. \nThe employer offers associate discounts\, growth opportunities\, flexible hours\, paid training\, tuition reimbursement\, and scholarship opportunities. \nTo apply\, go to the Job Fair or visit shoprite.com/careers or scan the QR code in this flyer.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/shoprite-of-flemington-job-fair/
LOCATION:ShopRite of Flemington\, 272 Highway 202/31 North\, Flemington\, NJ\, 08822\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Fair
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T201712
CREATED:20231011T220704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T221157Z
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SUMMARY:ShopRite of Clinton Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:ShopRite of Clinton is hosting a Job Fair at the store at 50 Walmart Plaza\, Clinton\, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday\, Oct. 14. \nOpen positions include Deli\, Kitchen\, Produce\, Bakery\, Service Clerks\, and Cashiers. \nThe employer offers associate discounts\, growth opportunities\, flexible hours\, paid training\, tuition reimbursement\, and scholarship opportunities. \nTo apply\, go to the Job Fair or visit shoprite.com/careers or scan the QR code in this flyer.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/shoprite-of-flemington-job-fair-2/
LOCATION:ShopRite of Clinton\, 50 Walmart Plaza\, Clinton\, NJ\, 08809\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Fair
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231016T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231016T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T201712
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T214845Z
UID:9974-1697452200-1697455800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Bridge to Success: Virtual Webinar Series for Job Seekers
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling stressed in your job search? \nThe Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and EmPoWER Somerset are offering in October and November a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled “Bridge to Success.” These are challenging times. The stress-management techniques shared in this series will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search process\, and in life. \nThe virtual series will run every Monday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. beginning October 9\, 2023\, and ending November 27\, 2023. \nParticipation is limited to 12 people\, and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Everyone who attends and completes seven of the eight sessions will receive a $50 Amazon gift card. \nTo register\, user the QR code on this flyer\, or click here. For questions\, email Paul Grzella at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/bridge-to-success-virtual-webinar-series-for-job-seekers-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231018
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231020
DTSTAMP:20260403T201712
CREATED:20230301T230350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230301T230950Z
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SUMMARY:GSETA 40th Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:The 40th Annual Conference of the Garden State Employment and Training Association will be conducted on October 18 and 19\, 2023\, at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City. \nThe theme is “Empower\, Innovate\, Lead\,” and registration will open on May 15. The event will feature numerous breakout sessions and presentations with representatives from the New Jersey Department of Labor and New Jersey workforce development professionals. \nMore information on becoming a conference sponsor\, with packages starting at $1\,500.00\, is available here. \nSpeakers are also wanted for the event. Speakers are provided food and housing for the duration of the conference. \nFor more information\, contact Samantha Pfeiffer at info.gsetatraining@gmail.com. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/gseta-40th-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Hard Rock Hotel and Casino\, 1000 Boardwalk\, Atlantic City\, NJ\, 08401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T201712
CREATED:20221031T211414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230930T112813Z
UID:10045-1697618700-1697634000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Job Readiness Computer Skills at Norwescap in Flemington: Introduction to Canva
DESCRIPTION:Job Readiness Computer Skills will be offered in person in October at Norwescap training center in Flemington.  The Class time is 8:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursdays. Please call Terry to register\, 908-788-1453. \nOctober 24 and 26 –Office 365 Word\, you must attend the first day before attending the second day  \nOctober 31\, November 2 and November 9 – Office 365 Excel\, you must attend the first day before attending the second day.  \nIn addition\, two other related courses will be offered in Flemington during the month. \nOctober 18\, 8:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Introduction to Canva. Canva has become a new in-demand technical skill that employers require for some positions. Learn how easy it can be to use this tool is to create presentations\, videos\, flow charts\, calendars\, invitations\, and social media posts.  This is being offered thanks to a grant from Comcast. \nOctober 25\, 9:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – Introduction to Coding will be presented by Karen Williams. Learn how coding works\, how easy it is to create and generate your own coded creation. This is being offered thanks to a grant from Comcast. \nThis series is designed to prepare participants to return to the workforce with up-to-date computer skills. The Job Readiness series teaches participants to create professional documents\, easy budgets and charts\, get points across in a presentation\, and learn secrets of a successful job search.  These classes will be held in-person using the computers and Internet at the Norwescap location at 84 Park Ave. in Flemington\, \nTo register for any of these sessions\, call 908-788-1435.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/job-readiness-computer-skills-at-norwescap-in-north-plainfield-and-flemington-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-3-3/
LOCATION:NORWESCAP Flemington\, 84 Park Ave.\, Suite E-104\, Flemington\, NJ\, 08822\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T201712
CREATED:20230930T115417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230930T120143Z
UID:10051-1697623200-1697637600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Veteran and Spouse Career and Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Morris County One-Stop Career Center in Randolph will be hosting an in-person Veteran and Spouse Career and Job Fair on Wednesday\, October 18\, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. In attendance will be employers in multiple industries along with training providers detailing programs that are free of charge to veterans through grants and other funding. \nThe aim of the free event is to assist Veterans who are job ready and provide resources for them to explore careers and learn about pathways. It is presented by the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development and the Workforce Development Board of Northwest New Jersey. \nParticipating employers include: Marotta Controls – Manufacturing (DOD contractor\, SpaceX\, Marine); USPS – Transportation Logistics and Distribution; The Port Authority; Atlantic Health System – Health Care (CNA\, food service\, patient care technician); Community Hope – Veteran Resource Provider/Health Care; and the New Jersey Department of Corrections. More employers are being added daily. \nTraining partners include: Morris/Sussex/Warren Employment and Training Services – Training Grants (CDL\, welding\, machinist); County College of Morris – Advanced Manufacturing Boot Camp; Npower – Tech Fundamentals Program; and Transfer\, which is bringing headsets to demonstrate virtual reality training that will be available in the future to learn topics like maintenance and manufacturing. \nRegistration is preferred but Walk-ins are welcome. To register\, go here or use the QR code in this flyer.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/veteran-and-spouse-career-and-job-fair/
LOCATION:Morris County One-Stop Career Center\, 13 Emery Ave.\, Randolph\, NJ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Fair
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T191500
DTSTAMP:20260403T201712
CREATED:20230926T204218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230926T204346Z
UID:10007-1697652000-1697656500@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Financial Literacy Workshop presented by Central Jersey Housing Resource Center
DESCRIPTION:According to Ramsey Solutions\, “four out of every five US workers live paycheck to paycheck” and “about 40% of Americans wouldn’t even be able to cover a $400 emergency”?  Are you part of that statistic? \nLearn the importance of budgeting\, tracking expenses\, credit scores\, debt to income ratios and more by attending Central Jersey Housing Resource Center’s (CJHRC) free virtual Financial Literacy Workshop on Wednesday\, October 18\, 2023\, from 6 to 7:15 p.m. \nParticipants will learn about CJHRC’s unique Savings Match Program for those who live in Somerset\, Hunterdon or Middlesex counties.  This program requires monthly counseling and on-going budgeting and savings in order for clients to receive a 3:1 match up to $900 towards a specific goal.  This can be an extremely beneficial program for those seeking to improve their spending and saving behavior. \nTo register\, got to the link in this flyer.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/financial-literacy-workshop-presented-by-central-jersey-housing-resource-center/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T201712
CREATED:20231013T212214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T212309Z
UID:10135-1697884200-1697891400@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Workshop for Entrepreneurs with SCORE
DESCRIPTION:Ready to turn your business idea into a reality? \nDuring a two-part workshop\, SCORE business experts will you lead you through the key aspects of your business idea to help ensure success. The workshops will be conducted from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday\, October 21 and October 28\, at the Warren Township Library\, 42 Mountain Blvd. Warren. \nFor more information or to register\, use the QR code in this flyer\, call 908-458-8453 or register in person at the library.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/workshop-for-entrepreneurs-with-score/
LOCATION:SCLSNJ’s Warren Twp. Library branch\, 42 Mountain Blvd\, Warren\, NJ\, 07059\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231023T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231023T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T201712
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T214939Z
UID:9976-1698057000-1698060600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Bridge to Success: Virtual Webinar Series for Job Seekers
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling stressed in your job search? \nThe Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and EmPoWER Somerset are offering in October and November a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled “Bridge to Success.” These are challenging times. The stress-management techniques shared in this series will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search process\, and in life. \nThe virtual series will run every Monday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. beginning October 9\, 2023\, and ending November 27\, 2023. \nParticipation is limited to 12 people\, and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Everyone who attends and completes seven of the eight sessions will receive a $50 Amazon gift card. \nTo register\, user the QR code on this flyer\, or click here. For questions\, email Paul Grzella at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/bridge-to-success-virtual-webinar-series-for-job-seekers-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231024T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231024T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T201712
CREATED:20221031T211414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230930T111951Z
UID:10030-1698137100-1698152400@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Job Readiness Computer Skills at Norwescap in Flemington: Office 365 Word
DESCRIPTION:Job Readiness Computer Skills will be offered in person in October at Norwescap training center in Flemington.  The Class time is 8:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursdays. Please call Terry to register\, 908-788-1453. \nOctober 24 and 26 –Office 365 Word\, you must attend the first day before attending the second day  \nOctober 31\, November 2 and November 9 – Office 365 Excel\, you must attend the first day before attending the second day.  \nIn addition\, two other related courses will be offered in Flemington during the month. \nOctober 18\, 8:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Introduction to Canva. Canva has become a new in-demand technical skill that employers require for some positions. Learn how easy it can be to use this tool is to create presentations\, videos\, flow charts\, calendars\, invitations\, and social media posts.  This is being offered thanks to a grant from Comcast. \nOctober 25\, 9:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – Introduction to Coding will be presented by Karen Williams. Learn how coding works\, how easy it is to create and generate your own coded creation. This is being offered thanks to a grant from Comcast. \nThis series is designed to prepare participants to return to the workforce with up-to-date computer skills. The Job Readiness series teaches participants to create professional documents\, easy budgets and charts\, get points across in a presentation\, and learn secrets of a successful job search.  These classes will be held in-person using the computers and Internet at the Norwescap location at 84 Park Ave. in Flemington\, \nTo register for any of these sessions\, call 908-788-1435.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/job-readiness-computer-skills-at-norwescap-in-north-plainfield-and-flemington-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3/
LOCATION:NORWESCAP Flemington\, 84 Park Ave.\, Suite E-104\, Flemington\, NJ\, 08822\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T201712
CREATED:20221031T211414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230930T112657Z
UID:10043-1698225300-1698237000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Job Readiness Computer Skills at Norwescap in Flemington: Introduction to Coding
DESCRIPTION:Job Readiness Computer Skills will be offered in person in October at Norwescap training center in Flemington.  The Class time is 8:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursdays. Please call Terry to register\, 908-788-1453. \nOctober 24 and 26 –Office 365 Word\, you must attend the first day before attending the second day  \nOctober 31\, November 2 and November 9 – Office 365 Excel\, you must attend the first day before attending the second day.  \nIn addition\, two other related courses will be offered in Flemington during the month. \nOctober 18\, 8:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Introduction to Canva. Canva has become a new in-demand technical skill that employers require for some positions. Learn how easy it can be to use this tool is to create presentations\, videos\, flow charts\, calendars\, invitations\, and social media posts.  This is being offered thanks to a grant from Comcast. \nOctober 25\, 9:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – Introduction to Coding will be presented by Karen Williams. Learn how coding works\, how easy it is to create and generate your own coded creation. This is being offered thanks to a grant from Comcast. \nThis series is designed to prepare participants to return to the workforce with up-to-date computer skills. The Job Readiness series teaches participants to create professional documents\, easy budgets and charts\, get points across in a presentation\, and learn secrets of a successful job search.  These classes will be held in-person using the computers and Internet at the Norwescap location at 84 Park Ave. in Flemington\, \nTo register for any of these sessions\, call 908-788-1435.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/job-readiness-computer-skills-at-norwescap-in-north-plainfield-and-flemington-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-3-2/
LOCATION:NORWESCAP Flemington\, 84 Park Ave.\, Suite E-104\, Flemington\, NJ\, 08822\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T201712
CREATED:20231013T205208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T205316Z
UID:10130-1698231600-1698235200@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:SHI Veterans Virtual Recruitment Event
DESCRIPTION:SHI International Corp. headquartered in Somerset is hiring. Learn more at a Veterans Virtual Recruitment Event being presented from 11 a.m.to 12 p.m. Wednesday\, Oct. 25. \nSHI is a privately owned provider of IT infrastructure\, end-user computing\, cybersecurity and IT optimization products and services. Information on available positions and the company will be shared. The following departments are hiring for multiple roles: Finance/Accounting; Information Technology; Marketing; Operations; and Sales/Sales Support. \nThe event is presented by the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development and the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board. \nTo register\, use the QR code in this flyer or this link: https://bit.ly/46ACKyh. The event link will be provided upon completion of the RSVP.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/shi-veterans-virtual-recruitment-event/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Virtual Information Job Session
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T201712
CREATED:20231016T183945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T184319Z
UID:10140-1698247800-1698256800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Mercer Job & Career Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Mercer County One-Stop Career Center is hosting a Job & Career Fair from 3:30 to 6 p.m. Wednesday\, Oct.25 at the CURE Insurance Area\, Trenton. Attendees should use the entrance at Gate\, Parking Lot 2\, on South Broad Street. \nA variety of careers\, industries and trades will be represented. Those who preregister also can get free virtual resume assistance from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Oct. 24. \nTo register\, click here. \nFor questions\, call the One-Stop Career Center at 609-989-6523.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/mercer-job-career-fair/
LOCATION:CURE Insurance Arena\, 81 Hamilton Ave.\, Trenton\, NJ\, 08628\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Fair
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T201712
CREATED:20221031T211414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230930T112027Z
UID:10033-1698309900-1698325200@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Job Readiness Computer Skills at Norwescap in Flemington: Office 365 Word
DESCRIPTION:Job Readiness Computer Skills will be offered in person in October at Norwescap training center in Flemington.  The Class time is 8:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursdays. Please call Terry to register\, 908-788-1453. \nOctober 24 and 26 –Office 365 Word\, you must attend the first day before attending the second day  \nOctober 31\, November 2 and November 9 – Office 365 Excel\, you must attend the first day before attending the second day.  \nIn addition\, two other related courses will be offered in Flemington during the month. \nOctober 18\, 8:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Introduction to Canva. Canva has become a new in-demand technical skill that employers require for some positions. Learn how easy it can be to use this tool is to create presentations\, videos\, flow charts\, calendars\, invitations\, and social media posts.  This is being offered thanks to a grant from Comcast. \nOctober 25\, 9:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – Introduction to Coding will be presented by Karen Williams. Learn how coding works\, how easy it is to create and generate your own coded creation. This is being offered thanks to a grant from Comcast. \nThis series is designed to prepare participants to return to the workforce with up-to-date computer skills. The Job Readiness series teaches participants to create professional documents\, easy budgets and charts\, get points across in a presentation\, and learn secrets of a successful job search.  These classes will be held in-person using the computers and Internet at the Norwescap location at 84 Park Ave. in Flemington\, \nTo register for any of these sessions\, call 908-788-1435.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/job-readiness-computer-skills-at-norwescap-in-north-plainfield-and-flemington-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2/
LOCATION:NORWESCAP Flemington\, 84 Park Ave.\, Suite E-104\, Flemington\, NJ\, 08822\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T201712
CREATED:20231018T024510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T124341Z
UID:10144-1698310800-1698325200@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:New Jersey State Government Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for a career in New Jersey State Government\, college or university?  Do you desire a career with great benefits\, compensation and opportunity for advancement? Well\, at an upcoming Job Fair you will have a chance to speak directly to hiring representatives and learn about immediate openings\, submit your resume\, and possibly schedule an interview on the spot. \nThe New Jersey Civil Service Commission is hosting a Statewide Job Fair on Thursday\, October 26\, 2023\, at Essex County College in Newark from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. More than 40 state vendors are expected to be in attendance searching for talented individuals. See the attached pdf flyer for more information. \nPlease click here to register for the job fair. Free parking is available.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/new-jersey-state-government-job-fair/
LOCATION:Essex County College\, 303 University Ave.\, Newark\, NJ\, 07102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Fair
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231027T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231027T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T201712
CREATED:20230316T214707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T205916Z
UID:9784-1698415200-1698422400@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Career Cafe at Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Training Services Center
DESCRIPTION:The Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Training Services Center at 27 Warren St.\, second floor\, Somerville\, is hosting a Career Cafe series this fall. \nJob seekers\, community- and faith-based organizations and current Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board partners as well as area businesses are invited to stop by for coffee\, cookies and conversation about the menu of Training Center’s services\, including individual and cohort training opportunities\, resume and job search assistance\, literacy services and much more. \nThis information series will be conducted from 2 to 4 p.m. on the following Fridays: September 29\, October 27 and November 17. If you can’t make it those days or hours\, the Training Center is open for walk-in service five days a week\, from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday\, and 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday to Friday. Appointments during those times are also available. In addition\, the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center at 6 Gauntt Place in Flemington is open for walk-in service from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Wednesday and by appointment Thursday and Friday. \nFor questions about the Career Cafes and to learn more about available services\, email onestop@co.somerset.nj.us or call 908-541-5780. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/career-cafe-at-greater-raritan-one-stop-career-training-services-center-2-2-2-2-2/
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:20231028T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T201712
CREATED:20231013T212214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T212355Z
UID:10138-1698489000-1698496200@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Workshop for Entrepreneurs with SCORE
DESCRIPTION:Ready to turn your business idea into a reality? \nDuring a two-part workshop\, SCORE business experts will you lead you through the key aspects of your business idea to help ensure success. The workshops will be conducted from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday\, October 21 and October 28\, at the Warren Township Library\, 42 Mountain Blvd. Warren. \nFor more information or to register\, use the QR code in this flyer\, call 908-458-8453 or register in person at the library.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/workshop-for-entrepreneurs-with-score-2/
LOCATION:SCLSNJ’s Warren Twp. Library branch\, 42 Mountain Blvd\, Warren\, NJ\, 07059\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231030T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231030T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T201712
CREATED:20230826T115910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T223658Z
UID:9951-1698656400-1698670800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Life Sciences and Healthcare Job Fair at RVCC
DESCRIPTION:New Jersey Industry Partnerships and local partners are presenting a Life Sciences and Healthcare Job Fair on Monday\, October 30\, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Grand Conference Center at Raritan Valley Community College\, Lamington Road\, Branchburg. \nIndustry Partnerships unite talent with opportunity\, with the goal of helping industries in New Jersey continue to grow and succeed.\nMore than 60 employers from Somerset and Hunterdon counties\, and neighboring areas\, have registered to attend the event\, with the aim of connecting job seekers to hundreds of open positions. Here is the list of employers (with job titles) scheduled to take part. \nIn addition to meeting employers\, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. attendees can take part in the career workshop\, “Multiple Natures: Unlock the Secret of Your Natural Abilities.” The workshop is being led by Jan Goodman\, the Community Outreach Specialist and Career Coach for the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Training Center. \nThere is no charge to attend the Job Fair or the workshop. \nRegistration is highly encouraged but is not mandatory. Register by using the QR code in this flyer or clicking on this link: https://bit.ly/3Pwoik7.  \nQuestions may be directed to info@thegrwdb.org. \nThe event is presented by the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development and the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board\, working with Raritan Valley Community College\, Johnson & Johnson\, Bristol-Myers Squib\, the Healthcare Institute of New Jersey\, and Ingenus Pharmaceuticals.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/9951/
LOCATION:Raritan Valley Community College Event Center\, 118 Lamington Road\, Branchburg\, NJ\, 08876\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Fair
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231030T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231030T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T201712
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T215006Z
UID:9977-1698661800-1698665400@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Bridge to Success: Virtual Webinar Series for Job Seekers
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling stressed in your job search? \nThe Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and EmPoWER Somerset are offering in October and November a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled “Bridge to Success.” These are challenging times. The stress-management techniques shared in this series will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search process\, and in life. \nThe virtual series will run every Monday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. beginning October 9\, 2023\, and ending November 27\, 2023. \nParticipation is limited to 12 people\, and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Everyone who attends and completes seven of the eight sessions will receive a $50 Amazon gift card. \nTo register\, user the QR code on this flyer\, or click here. For questions\, email Paul Grzella at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/bridge-to-success-virtual-webinar-series-for-job-seekers-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231031T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231031T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T201712
CREATED:20221031T211414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230930T112243Z
UID:10035-1698741900-1698757200@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Job Readiness Computer Skills at Norwescap in Flemington: Office 365 Excel
DESCRIPTION:Job Readiness Computer Skills will be offered in person in October at Norwescap training center in Flemington.  The Class time is 8:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursdays. Please call Terry to register\, 908-788-1453. \nOctober 24 and 26 –Office 365 Word\, you must attend the first day before attending the second day  \nOctober 31\, November 2 and November 9 – Office 365 Excel\, you must attend the first day before attending the second day.  \nIn addition\, two other related courses will be offered in Flemington during the month. \nOctober 18\, 8:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Introduction to Canva. Canva has become a new in-demand technical skill that employers require for some positions. Learn how easy it can be to use this tool is to create presentations\, videos\, flow charts\, calendars\, invitations\, and social media posts.  This is being offered thanks to a grant from Comcast. \nOctober 25\, 9:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – Introduction to Coding will be presented by Karen Williams. Learn how coding works\, how easy it is to create and generate your own coded creation. This is being offered thanks to a grant from Comcast. \nThis series is designed to prepare participants to return to the workforce with up-to-date computer skills. The Job Readiness series teaches participants to create professional documents\, easy budgets and charts\, get points across in a presentation\, and learn secrets of a successful job search.  These classes will be held in-person using the computers and Internet at the Norwescap location at 84 Park Ave. in Flemington\, \nTo register for any of these sessions\, call 908-788-1435.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/job-readiness-computer-skills-at-norwescap-in-north-plainfield-and-flemington-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2/
LOCATION:NORWESCAP Flemington\, 84 Park Ave.\, Suite E-104\, Flemington\, NJ\, 08822\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231101T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231101T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T201712
CREATED:20200403T190400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230705T190227Z
UID:9490-1698850800-1698854400@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:SkillUp Greater Raritan - Learn a New Skill\, for Free!
DESCRIPTION:Skillup Greater Raritan\, presented by Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board\, provides residents of Hunterdon and Somerset\ncounties unlimited\, six-month access to 6\,000-plus online learning courses. Register to: \n• Explore more than 200 career paths\n• Build your skills and knowledge\n• Earn digital certificates and badges through cohort training\, including the Greater Raritan Entry-Level Job-Readiness Badge and the Greater Raritan New Manager Badge\n• Study for industry certifications to boost your resume. \nDuring this GoToMeeting webinar\, participants will learn how to register for SkillUp\, explore career pathways\, browse the course catalog\, earn digital certificates\, and start the classes\, all for free. Other free\, career-related resources also will be shared. \nNo registration is necessary. \nSkillUp Greater Raritan 2023 \nPlease join the meeting from your computer\, tablet or smartphone.\nhttps://meet.goto.com/182669445 \nYou can also dial in using your phone.\nAccess Code: 182-669-445\nUnited States: +1 (224) 501-3412 \nSessions are planned at 3 p.m. on the first Wednesday of every month in 2022. For more information\, contact grzella@co.somerset.nj.us or call 908-541-5785.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/skillup-greater-raritan-introduction-via-gotomeeting-4-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:GoToMeeting
CATEGORIES:Training,Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231102T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231102T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T201712
CREATED:20221031T211414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230930T112335Z
UID:10037-1698914700-1698930000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Job Readiness Computer Skills at Norwescap in Flemington: Office 365 Excel
DESCRIPTION:Job Readiness Computer Skills will be offered in person in October and November at Norwescap training center in Flemington.  The Class time is 8:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursdays. Please call Terry to register\, 908-788-1453. \nOctober 24 and 26 –Office 365 Word\, you must attend the first day before attending the second day  \nOctober 31\, November 2 and November 9 – Office 365 Excel\, you must attend the first day before attending the second day.  \nIn addition\, two other related courses will be offered in Flemington during the month. \nOctober 18\, 8:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Introduction to Canva. Canva has become a new in-demand technical skill that employers require for some positions. Learn how easy it can be to use this tool is to create presentations\, videos\, flow charts\, calendars\, invitations\, and social media posts.  This is being offered thanks to a grant from Comcast. \nOctober 25\, 9:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – Introduction to Coding will be presented by Karen Williams. Learn how coding works\, how easy it is to create and generate your own coded creation. This is being offered thanks to a grant from Comcast. \nThis series is designed to prepare participants to return to the workforce with up-to-date computer skills. The Job Readiness series teaches participants to create professional documents\, easy budgets and charts\, get points across in a presentation\, and learn secrets of a successful job search.  These classes will be held in-person using the computers and Internet at the Norwescap location at 84 Park Ave. in Flemington\, \nTo register for any of these sessions\, call 908-788-1435.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/job-readiness-computer-skills-at-norwescap-in-north-plainfield-and-flemington-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2/
LOCATION:NORWESCAP Flemington\, 84 Park Ave.\, Suite E-104\, Flemington\, NJ\, 08822\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231102T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231102T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T201712
CREATED:20231031T212658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T212658Z
UID:10204-1698919200-1698922800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:AMALCO Virtual Recruitment
DESCRIPTION:ALAMCO\, American Aluminum Co.\, is hosting a Virtual Recruitment Event at 10 a.m. Thursday\, Nov. 2. \nPositions are available in the company’s Mountainside and Liberty Corner locations. \nTo register and for more details\, use the QR code in this flyer or go here.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/amalco-virtual-recruitment/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Virtual Information Job Session
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231102T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231102T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T201712
CREATED:20210119T225903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231020T200422Z
UID:10151-1698919200-1698933600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Carrier Clinic Hospitality Hiring Event
DESCRIPTION:Carrier Clinic\, a HMH Behavioral Health Facility at 252 County Road 601 in the Belle Mead section of Montgomery\, is conducting a Hospitality Hiring Event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday\, Nov. 2. \nThe Hackensack Meridian facility is seeking to fill full-time and part-time positions for Housekeeping and Environmental Services\, Food Service and Nutrition\, Security\, and Administrative Support. A $1\,000.00 sign-on bonus is available for eligible roles\, and healthcare benefits start on the first day of employment. \nThis in-person event\, and on-the-spot interviews will be conducted. \nTo register\, use the QR code in this flyer. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/job-opportunities-info-session-2-2-2-2-3-6-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Hackensack  Meridian Carrier Clinic\, 252 County Road 601\, Belle Mead\, NJ\, 08502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Recruitment Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231102T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231102T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T201712
CREATED:20230328T181700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231020T212518Z
UID:10153-1698926400-1698930000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Using SkillUp Greater Raritan for Employee Training Needs
DESCRIPTION:Employers are invited to attend a webinar at 12 p.m. Thursday\, Nov. 2\, to learn how SkillUp Greater Raritan can be utilized to provide free upskilling training to staff. During the session\, a Hunterdon County employer will share his experiences using the platform for training. \nSkillUp Greater Raritan using Metrix Learning® is a learning management system with more than 6\,000 courses that can be used for internal employee assessment and upskilling. Employers can choose from preset tracks or customize courses based on their department needs. Employers in Hunterdon and Somerset counties are using the platform for: \n\nNew Hires – Onboarding standards\nCareer Ascendancy – Identify skills for promotion\nManagers/Supervisors – Skill development for managers\, new and old\nTechnology Training – Ensure staff are familiar with current best practices.\n\nEmployers can have individuals or cohorts trained. As part of the program\, employers can keep track of employee course progress with reports on accesses\, course completions\, and training hours. \nThis service is free to employers\, covered through grant programs offered by the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board. Learn more during a webinar at 12 p.m. Thursday\, Nov. 2. To participate\, go to https://meet.goto.com/935313461. \nFor details or to get started\, email info@thegrwdb.org or call 908-541-5790.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/using-skillup-greater-raritan-for-employee-training-needs-2/
CATEGORIES:Business Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231103T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231103T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T201712
CREATED:20231027T170228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T170344Z
UID:10174-1699005600-1699014600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:STEM and K-12 Education Apprenticeship Accelerator 2023
DESCRIPTION:The net.America Corporation\, in partnership with U.S. Department of Labor\, is hosting STEM and K-12 Education Apprenticeship Accelerator 2023 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Friday\, Nov. 3\, at Passaic County Community College in Paterson. \nThe event will showcase how Registered Apprenticeship Programs can help bolster STEM career education\, K-12 education\, and address STEM teacher shortages. The event will include live discussions\, a keynote by NJIT professor Ashish Borgaonkar\, expert panels with educators and employers\, and Q&A sessions designed to provide insight into the state of STEM and K-12 education and the benefits that Registered Apprenticeship Programs offer to address common challenges. \nSpeakers will include leaders from U.S. Department of Labor\, N.J. Department of Labor\, Camden U\, NJIT\, Behler of America\, Avatar Tech LLC\, Becton Dickinson\, and Passaic County Technical Vocational Schools. \nTo register for this free event\, go here.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/10174/
LOCATION:Passaic Community College\, 1 College Boulevard\, Paterson\, NJ\, 07505\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231106T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231106T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T201712
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T215045Z
UID:9980-1699266600-1699270200@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Bridge to Success: Virtual Webinar Series for Job Seekers
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling stressed in your job search? \nThe Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and EmPoWER Somerset are offering in October and November a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled “Bridge to Success.” These are challenging times. The stress-management techniques shared in this series will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search process\, and in life. \nThe virtual series will run every Monday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. beginning October 9\, 2023\, and ending November 27\, 2023. \nParticipation is limited to 12 people\, and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Everyone who attends and completes seven of the eight sessions will receive a $50 Amazon gift card. \nTo register\, user the QR code on this flyer\, or click here. For questions\, email Paul Grzella at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/bridge-to-success-virtual-webinar-series-for-job-seekers-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T201712
CREATED:20231007T193358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231007T193358Z
UID:10099-1699516800-1699545600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:N.J. Rural Health Conference: Building Resilient Rural Communities
DESCRIPTION:The Second Annual Rural Health Conference event\, hosted by the New Jersey Department of Health\, will be conducted from 8 a.m. to 4p.m. Thursday\, November 9\, at the Princeton Marriott at Forrestal\, 100 College East Road\, Princeton. \nThe event\, focusing on “Building Resilient Rural Communities\,” aims to will provide information about health trends that will help raise the standard for rural health in New Jersey. \nThe event’s keynote speaker is Eduardo Sanchez\, MD\, Chief Medical Officer for Prevention\, American Heart Association. \nTo register\, use the QR code in this flyer or go to Apps4Org (d1y1dr9xzw7t4i.cloudfront.net). \nFor questions or more information\, email NJST.RuralHealth@doh.nj.gov \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/n-j-rural-health-conference-building-resilient-rural-communities/
LOCATION:Princeton Marriott at Forrestal\, 100 College Road East\, Princeton\, NJ\, 08540\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T201712
CREATED:20221031T211414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230930T112420Z
UID:10039-1699519500-1699534800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Job Readiness Computer Skills at Norwescap in Flemington: Office 365 Excel
DESCRIPTION:Job Readiness Computer Skills will be offered in person in October and November at Norwescap training center in Flemington.  The Class time is 8:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursdays. Please call Terry to register\, 908-788-1453. \nOctober 24 and 26 –Office 365 Word\, you must attend the first day before attending the second day  \nOctober 31\, November 2 and November 9 – Office 365 Excel\, you must attend the first day before attending the second day.  \nIn addition\, two other related courses will be offered in Flemington during the month. \nOctober 18\, 8:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Introduction to Canva. Canva has become a new in-demand technical skill that employers require for some positions. Learn how easy it can be to use this tool is to create presentations\, videos\, flow charts\, calendars\, invitations\, and social media posts.  This is being offered thanks to a grant from Comcast. \nOctober 25\, 9:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – Introduction to Coding will be presented by Karen Williams. Learn how coding works\, how easy it is to create and generate your own coded creation. This is being offered thanks to a grant from Comcast. \nThis series is designed to prepare participants to return to the workforce with up-to-date computer skills. The Job Readiness series teaches participants to create professional documents\, easy budgets and charts\, get points across in a presentation\, and learn secrets of a successful job search.  These classes will be held in-person using the computers and Internet at the Norwescap location at 84 Park Ave. in Flemington\, \nTo register for any of these sessions\, call 908-788-1435.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/job-readiness-computer-skills-at-norwescap-in-north-plainfield-and-flemington-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:NORWESCAP Flemington\, 84 Park Ave.\, Suite E-104\, Flemington\, NJ\, 08822\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR