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SUMMARY:Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County Garden of Literacy Brunch and Silent Auction
DESCRIPTION:The Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County’s 5th Annual Garden of Literacy Brunch and Silent Auction will be conducted on Nov. 8 at The Olde Mill In in Bernardsville. (The event was originally scheduled for April 19 but was postponed). \nThe event include a deluxe buffet brunch\, and gift baskets in a silent auction. The Outstanding Service Award will be presented to Patricia Flannery\, a LVSC Board of Trustees members since 2008. \nThis is the organization’s largest annual event\, but it had to be moved because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The organization’s volunteers continue to tutor students virtually\, and connect the students to additional community resources. \nSponsorships to the Garden of Literacy Brunch are available; tickets are $70 per person. \nFor details\, visit http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07egxwbnemc34800d2&llr=kz5rekmab&showPage=true.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/literacy-volunteers-of-somerset-county-garden-of-literacy-brunch-and-silent-auction/
LOCATION:Olde Mill Inn\, 225 Route 202\, Basking Ridge\, NJ\, 07920\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201110T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201110T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T031138
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SUMMARY:Job Search 101: Career Webinar for Literacy Students and Teachers
DESCRIPTION:Adult ESL students spend months learning a new language and news skills in order to successfully walk along a career pathway. But looking\nfor jobs can be challenging. \nThe Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board\, serving Hunterdon and Somerset counties\, is a resource all residents\, including literacy\nstudents\, can use to get connected to local employers. \nA new free workshop\, Job Search 101\, will introduce literacy students and teachers to the board’s resources. The event is cosponsored by the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County. \nInterested community members can attend one of two upcoming webinars: 7 p.m. Tuesday\, Nov. 10\, or 1 p.m. Tuesday\, Nov. 17. This will be via GoToMeeting. \nTo register\, RSVP to info@thegrwdb.org\, or call 908-541-5790.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/job-search-101-career-webinar-for-literacy-students-and-teachers/
LOCATION:GoToMeeting
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201111T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201111T100000
DTSTAMP:20260408T031138
CREATED:20201105T174213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201105T174405Z
UID:3311-1605085200-1605088800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Zoom Open House for Advanced Manufacturing Boot Camp
DESCRIPTION:Zoom open houses are planned for the County College of Morris’ Advanced Manufacturing Boot Camp. \nThe events are set for 9 a.m. Wednesday\, Nov. 11; 12 p.m. Wednesday\, Dec. 2\, and 12 p.m. Wednesday\, Dec. 16. \nThe boot camp has open enrollment\, continuous new classes and apprenticeship interview opportunities. \nTo register for an open house and receive zoom log-in information\, visit www.ccm.edu/apprenticeships/. If you have any questions\, email careerusa@ccm.edu.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/open-house-for-advanced-manufacturing-boot-camp/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:College Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201112T110000
DTSTAMP:20260408T031138
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200825T212217Z
UID:2983-1605175200-1605178800@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 a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled “Bridge to Success.” EmPoWER Director of Programs Cheryl Rinaldi will lead the series which focuses on teaching different skills\, including communication\, building a support network\, and coping with stress in life\, work and relationships. \nThe virtual series will run every Thursday from 10 to 11 a.m. beginning Oct. 1\, 2020\, and ending Nov. 19\, 2020. \nParticipation is limited to 12 people\, and everyone who attends and completes seven of the eight sessions will receive a $50 gift card to Amazon or a local restaurant. \nTo register or 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/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201112T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201112T160000
DTSTAMP:20260408T031138
CREATED:20200403T190400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201028T214535Z
UID:3277-1605193200-1605196800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:SkillUp Greater Raritan Introduction via GoToMeeting
DESCRIPTION:This fall\, get free training in today’s skills! \nSkillUp Greater Raritan\, a service of the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board\, is a free online learning portal for residents of Hunterdon and Somerset Counties. Participants have access to thousands of different courses\, ranging from dozens of Microsoft Office tools\, to Personal Productivity\, Team Skills\, Remote Working\, and more. \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. \nPlease join the meeting from your computer\, tablet or smartphone.\nhttps://global.gotomeeting.com/join/749220493 \nYou can also dial in using your phone.\nUnited States: +1 (408) 650-3123 \nAccess Code: 749-220-493 \nSessions are planned at 3 p.m. for the first three Thursdays in November: Nov. 5\, 12\, and 19. For more information\, contact jcassano@co.somerset.nj.us or call 908-541-5785.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/skillup-greater-raritan-introduction-via-gotomeeting-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:GoToMeeting
CATEGORIES:Training,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201117T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201117T140000
DTSTAMP:20260408T031138
CREATED:20201016T210054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201016T210207Z
UID:3209-1605618000-1605621600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Job Search 101: Career Webinar for Literacy Students and Teachers
DESCRIPTION:Adult ESL students spend months learning a new language and news skills in order to successfully walk along a career pathway. But looking\nfor jobs can be challenging. \nThe Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board\, serving Hunterdon and Somerset counties\, is a resource all residents\, including literacy\nstudents\, can use to get connected to local employers. \nA new free workshop\, Job Search 101\, will introduce literacy students and teachers to the board’s resources. The event is cosponsored by the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County. \nInterested community members can attend one of two upcoming webinars: 7 p.m. Tuesday\, Nov. 10\, or 1 p.m. Tuesday\, Nov. 17. This will be via GoToMeeting. \nTo register\, RSVP to info@thegrwdb.org\, or call 908-541-5790.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/job-search-101-career-webinar-for-literacy-students-and-teachers-2/
LOCATION:GoToMeeting
CATEGORIES:Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201117T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201117T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T031138
CREATED:20200812T220801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200812T220801Z
UID:2912-1605639600-1605643200@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Career Webinar: Using Online Job Applications
DESCRIPTION:Applying for a job and encountering an unfamiliar experience?  When you submit an application online\, your materials are first read by a computer program. \nIn this webinar running from 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesday\, Nov. 17\, participants will learn how to customize your resume with the right keywords.  They also will explore the various file formats that applicant tracking systems read best\, and understand what materials you might need ahead of time\, just in case there is a time-limit for the application. Questions are encouraged. \nInformation and resources will be presented by staff members of the Great Raritan Workforce Development Board; this webinar is cohosted by the Somerset County Library System of New Jersey. \nTo register for this program\, go to https://sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4519407.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/career-webinar-using-online-job-applications/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T031138
CREATED:20200224T192000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201110T201027Z
UID:3071-1605693600-1605700800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Career Webinar: How to Thrive During Transition and Change
DESCRIPTION:Times of transition hold challenges and opportunities. Strategies and philosophies being presented at the workshop\, “How to Thrive During Transition and Change\,” are designed to equip attendees with tools that lead to self-empowerment and success. It will be presented by Jan Goodman\, Community Outreach Specialist / Career Coach for the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center Training Services. \nThe workshop is part of a Workforce Wednesdays series being presented in collaboration with the Franklin Township Public Library. It will be conducted at 10 a.m.  Wednesday\, Nov. 18\, via Zoom. Registration is required. The link to the Zoom workshop will be included in your confirmation email. \nTo register\, email Kerri Sullivan at ksullivan@franklintwp.org. \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/free-career-workshop-how-to-thrive-during-transition-and-change-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201118T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201118T180000
DTSTAMP:20260408T031138
CREATED:20201105T173314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201105T174241Z
UID:3307-1605718800-1605722400@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Manufacturing Virtual Information Session for Veterans
DESCRIPTION:The County College of Morris is hosting an Advanced Manufacturing Virtual Information Session for veterans and their families at 5 p.m. Wednesday\, Nov. 18\, for the college’s Advanced Manufacturing Boot Camp. \nTo register for the open house and receive zoom log-in information\, visit https://www.ccm.edu/apprenticeships/.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/advanced-manufacturing-virtual-information-session/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Apprenticeship Event,College Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201119T110000
DTSTAMP:20260408T031138
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200825T212258Z
UID:2985-1605780000-1605783600@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 a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled “Bridge to Success.” EmPoWER Director of Programs Cheryl Rinaldi will lead the series which focuses on teaching different skills\, including communication\, building a support network\, and coping with stress in life\, work and relationships. \nThe virtual series will run every Thursday from 10 to 11 a.m. beginning Oct. 1\, 2020\, and ending Nov. 19\, 2020. \nParticipation is limited to 12 people\, and everyone who attends and completes seven of the eight sessions will receive a $50 gift card to Amazon or a local restaurant. \nTo register or 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/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201119T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201119T160000
DTSTAMP:20260408T031138
CREATED:20200403T190400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201028T220940Z
UID:3279-1605798000-1605801600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:SkillUp Greater Raritan Introduction via GoToMeeting
DESCRIPTION:This fall\, get free training in today’s skills! \nSkillUp Greater Raritan\, a service of the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board\, is a free online learning portal for residents of Hunterdon and Somerset Counties. Participants have access to thousands of different courses\, ranging from dozens of Microsoft Office tools\, to Personal Productivity\, Team Skills\, Remote Working\, and more. \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. \nPlease join the meeting from your computer\, tablet or smartphone.\nhttps://global.gotomeeting.com/join/462365277 \nYou can also dial in using your phone.\nUnited States: +1 (872) 240-3412 \nAccess Code: 462-365-277 \nSessions are planned at 3 p.m. for the first three Thursdays in November: Nov. 5\, 12\, and 19. For more information\, contact jcassano@co.somerset.nj.us or call 908-541-5785.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/skillup-greater-raritan-introduction-via-gotomeeting-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:GoToMeeting
CATEGORIES:Training,Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201123
DTSTAMP:20260408T031138
CREATED:20200925T221124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200925T221351Z
UID:3132-1605830400-1606089599@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Abilities Virtual Experience 2
DESCRIPTION:Abilities Expo will present a new and improved\, interactive\, accessible virtual experience for the disability community worldwide from Nov. 20 to 22. \nAdmission to the Abilities Virtual Experience 2 is free. \nThe event is interactive and includes live interviews and question-and-answer sessions with stars from the disability community. Participants include Paul Amadeus Lane\, a radio personality and tech/entertainment vlogger; Tony Award-winning actress Ali Stroker; and writer\, storyteller\, comic and Jersey girl Santina Muha. \nAbilities VE2 participants also will find information on devices to help meet day-to-day challenges; chat directly with other attendees and exhibitors; share advice and get answers through discussion forums; get tips and tricks on how to boost immunity\, make kitchens accessible and more in workshops series; and engage from home with wheelchair dance tutorials\, adaptive fitness\, yoga\, service dog demos and more. \nFor more information and to sign up for Abilities VE2\, go here.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/abilities-virtual-experience-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201120T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T031138
CREATED:20201002T220414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201118T230741Z
UID:3154-1605866400-1605873600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Employment Support Strategies for Individuals with the Most Significant Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:New Jersey APSE is presenting a virtual  seminar on Nov. 20 for Supported Employment providers. \nThis event\, running from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.\, will focus on those with the most significant disabilities\, and provide tools Supported Employment providers can use to help those they work with obtain competitive\, integrated employment. \nTo register\, go here.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/emmployment-support-strategies-for-individuals-with-the-most-significant-disabilities/
LOCATION:GoToMeeting
CATEGORIES:Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201124T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201124T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T031138
CREATED:20201113T182235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201119T205900Z
UID:3345-1606215600-1606219200@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Virtual Information Sessions on Somerset County Job openings
DESCRIPTION:Amazon is getting ready to open a new large facility in the Somerset section of Franklin Township. \nThe Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board is joining with Amazon to present community virtual information sessions focusing on Amazon’s application procedure\, hiring procedures\, benefits and more. \nThe virtual events will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday\, Nov. 24\, and 11 a.m. Tuesday. Dec. 1. \nTo register on Eventbrite\, to go https://amazon_wfs_2greaterraritan_wfs.eventbrite.com. \nThe company’s online application also can be found at Amazon.force.com.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/amazon-virtual-information-sessions-on-somerset-county-job-openings/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Career Fair,Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201201T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201201T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T031138
CREATED:20201113T182235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201119T205936Z
UID:3347-1606820400-1606824000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Virtual Information Sessions on Somerset County Job openings
DESCRIPTION:Amazon is getting ready to open a new large facility in the Somerset section of Franklin Township. \nThe Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board is joining with Amazon to present community virtual information sessions focusing on Amazon’s application procedure\, hiring procedures\, benefits and more. \nThe virtual events will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday\, Nov. 24\, and 11 a.m. Tuesday. Dec. 1. \nTo register on Eventbrite\, to go https://amazon_wfs_2greaterraritan_wfs.eventbrite.com. \nThe company’s online application also can be found at Amazon.force.com.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/amazon-virtual-information-sessions-on-somerset-county-job-openings-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Career Fair,Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201202T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201202T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T031138
CREATED:20200513T173950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T210607Z
UID:3387-1606903200-1606910400@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Career webinar: Creating a Dynamic Job Portfolio
DESCRIPTION:The job market continues to change\, as does the way we look for work. In the career webinar\, Creating a Dynamic Job Portfolio\, participants will discuss the value of presenting yourself as a complete package by using a resume as an introduction to an employer and backing it up with a portfolio presented at the interview. \nThe Wednesday\, Dec. 2\, webinar\, beginning at 10 a.m.\, is presented in partnership by Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center Training Services and the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board. The presenter is Jan Goodman\, community outreach specialist/career coach for Career Center Training Services. \nThe workshop will be presented on the Zoom platform\, and pre-registration is required. To register\, please email Goodman at jgoodman@co.somerset.nj.us.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/career-webinar-creating-a-dynamic-job-portfolio-2-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201202T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201202T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T031138
CREATED:20201130T230726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201130T232308Z
UID:3480-1606906800-1606910400@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:North Jersey Partners Dislocated Worker Grant Programs webinar
DESCRIPTION:The multi-region North Jersey Partners is offering training opportunities as part of a new Dislocated Worker Grant Program. \nThe opportunities for unemployed individuals suffering job loss due to COVID-19 include: Salesforce Administrator; APICS CPIM Certified Production and Inventory Control; and APICS CSCP Certified Production and Inventory Control. \nAn information session for the Salesforce Administrator program will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday\, Dec. 2. Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/129926366259. \nVirtual classes start Dec. 14 and go through March 5. \nSeating is limited. Email onestop@co.somerset.nj.us or call 908-541-5780. \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/north-jersey-partners-dislocated-worker-grant-programs-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201202T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201202T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T031138
CREATED:20201105T174213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201105T174345Z
UID:3313-1606910400-1606914000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Zoom Open House for Advanced Manufacturing Boot Camp
DESCRIPTION:Zoom open houses are planned for the County College of Morris’ Advanced Manufacturing Boot Camp. \nThe events are set for 9 a.m. Wednesday\, Nov. 11; 12 p.m. Wednesday\, Dec. 2\, and 12 p.m. Wednesday\, Dec. 16. \nThe boot camp has open enrollment\, continuous new classes and apprenticeship interview opportunities. \nTo register for an open house and receive zoom log-in information\, visit www.ccm.edu/apprenticeships/. If you have any questions\, email careerusa@ccm.edu.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/open-house-for-advanced-manufacturing-boot-camp-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:College Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201202T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201202T160000
DTSTAMP:20260408T031138
CREATED:20200403T190400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201118T225539Z
UID:3366-1606921200-1606924800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:SkillUp Greater Raritan Introduction via GoToMeeting
DESCRIPTION:This December\, get free training in today’s skills! \nSkillUp Greater Raritan\, a service of the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board\, is a free online learning portal for residents of Hunterdon and Somerset Counties. Participants have access to thousands of different courses\, ranging from dozens of Microsoft Office tools\, to Personal Productivity\, Team Skills\, Remote Working\, and more. \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. \nPlease join the meeting from your computer\, tablet or smartphone.\nhttps://global.gotomeeting.com/join/819098261 \nYou can also dial in using your phone.\nUnited States: +1 (571) 317-3112 \nAccess Code: 819-098-261 \nSessions are planned at 3 p.m. for four Wednesdays in December: Dec. 2\, 9\, 16\, and 23. For more information\, contact jcassano@co.somerset.nj.us or call 908-541-5785.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/skillup-greater-raritan-introduction-via-gotomeeting-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:GoToMeeting
CATEGORIES:Training,Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201203T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201203T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T031138
CREATED:20201130T230726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201130T231921Z
UID:3484-1606993200-1606996800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:North Jersey Partners Dislocated Worker Grant Programs webinar
DESCRIPTION:The multi-region North Jersey Partners is offering training opportunities as part of a new Dislocated Worker Grant Program. \nThe opportunities for unemployed individuals suffering job loss due to COVID-19 include: Salesforce Administrator; APICS CPIM Certified Production and Inventory Control; and APICS CSCP Certified Production and Inventory Control. \nAn information session for the APICS CPIM program will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday\, Dec. 3. Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/129967196383. \nVirtual classes are in two sessions: Dec.\, 14-Jan. 20\, and Feb. 1 through March 5. \nSeating is limited. Email onestop@co.somerset.nj.us or call 908-541-5780. \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/north-jersey-partners-dislocated-worker-grant-programs-webinar-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201203T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201203T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T031138
CREATED:20201130T230726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201130T232242Z
UID:3488-1607004000-1607007600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:North Jersey Partners Dislocated Worker Grant Programs webinar
DESCRIPTION:The multi-region North Jersey Partners is offering training opportunities as part of a new Dislocated Worker Grant Program. \nThe opportunities for unemployed individuals suffering job loss due to COVID-19 include: Salesforce Administrator; APICS CPIM Certified Production and Inventory Control; and APICS CSCP Certified Production and Inventory Control. \nAn information session for the APICS CPSCP program will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday\, Dec. 3. Register at Register at:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/130054978943. \nVirtual classes meet from Dec. 15 through Jan. 28. \nSeating is limited. Email onestop@co.somerset.nj.us or call 908-541-5780. \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/north-jersey-partners-dislocated-worker-grant-programs-webinar-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201203T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T031138
CREATED:20201118T214130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201118T221250Z
UID:3361-1607018400-1607025600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Seminar: Let's Talk About L.I.F.E.
DESCRIPTION:Will you be able to overcome the odds when a life-changing event happens? \nDuring Let’s Talk About L.I.F.E.\, a virtual seminar running from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday\, Dec. 3\,  participants will talk about living intentionally. The event will be led by Juanita Painson\, a Franklin Township resident and business owner\, along with a panel of experts. \nParticipants can learn how to unlearn old and broken methods of handling personal matters\, and adopt new approaches designed to get positive results. \nTopics being covered include estate planning\, home and auto insurance\, long-term and disability insurance\, Medicare\, home care\, investments and self-care. \nReserve a spot by visiting https://juanitapainsonlifetoolkit.lpages.co/life-toolkit-lets-talk-about-aboutlife/.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/virtual-seminar-lets-talk-about-l-i-f-e/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201208T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201208T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T031138
CREATED:20201113T182235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201202T205930Z
UID:3477-1607425200-1607428800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Virtual Information Sessions on Somerset County Job openings
DESCRIPTION:Amazon is opening a new large facility in the Somerset section of Franklin Township. \nThe Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board is joining with Amazon to present virtual information sessions focusing on Amazon’s application procedure\, hiring procedures\, benefits and more. \nThe virtual events will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday\, Dec. 8; 11 a.m. Tuesday\, Dec. 15; and 11 a.m. Tuesday\, Jan. 5\, 2021. (Information sessions also were presented on Nov. 24 and Dec. 1; based upon response\, these new dates were added.) \nTo register on Eventbrite\, to go https://amazon_wfs_2greaterraritan_wfs.eventbrite.com. \nThe company’s online application also can be found at Amazon.force.com.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/amazon-virtual-information-sessions-on-somerset-county-job-openings-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Career Fair,Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201209T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201209T160000
DTSTAMP:20260408T031138
CREATED:20200403T190400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201118T224035Z
UID:3370-1607526000-1607529600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:SkillUp Greater Raritan Introduction via GoToMeeting
DESCRIPTION:This December\, get free training in today’s skills! \nSkillUp Greater Raritan\, a service of the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board\, is a free online learning portal for residents of Hunterdon and Somerset Counties. Participants have access to thousands of different courses\, ranging from dozens of Microsoft Office tools\, to Personal Productivity\, Team Skills\, Remote Working\, and more. \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. \nPlease join the meeting from your computer\, tablet or smartphone.\nhttps://global.gotomeeting.com/join/143732797 \nYou can also dial in using your phone.\nUnited States: +1 (872) 240-3212 \nAccess Code: 143-732-797 \nSessions are planned at 3 p.m. for four Wednesdays in December: Dec. 2\, 9\, 16\, and 23. For more information\, contact jcassano@co.somerset.nj.us or call 908-541-5785.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/skillup-greater-raritan-introduction-via-gotomeeting-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:GoToMeeting
CATEGORIES:Training,Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201209T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201209T160000
DTSTAMP:20260408T031138
CREATED:20200403T190400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200923T215128Z
UID:3003-1607526000-1607529600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:SkillUp Greater Raritan Introduction Webinar co-hosted by Franklin Township Library
DESCRIPTION:SkillUp Greater Raritan\, a service of the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board\, is a free online learning portal for residents of Hunterdon and Somerset Counties. Participants have access to thousands of different courses\, ranging from Business Etiquette to Microsoft Office\, and Human Resources to Customer Service\, and more. \nDuring an hour-long webinar starting at 3 p.m. Dec. 9\, 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 resources are shared. \nNo registration is necessary. \nThe event is co-hosted by the Franklin Township Library. \nPlease join the meeting from your computer\, tablet or smartphone.\nhttps://global.gotomeeting.com/join/143732797 \nYou can also dial in using your phone.\nUnited States: +1 (872) 240-3212 \nAccess Code: 143-732-797 \nFor more information\, contact jcassano@co.somerset.nj.us or call 908-541-5785.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/skillup-greater-raritan-introduction-via-gotomeeting-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3/
LOCATION:GoToMeeting
CATEGORIES:Training,Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201210T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201210T140000
DTSTAMP:20260408T031138
CREATED:20201208T221513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201208T221513Z
UID:3529-1607605200-1607608800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:First Student Virtual Recruitment
DESCRIPTION:First Student is looking for school bus drivers for locations in Chatham\, Lincoln Park\, Butler\, Andover\, Lafayette\, Great Meadows\, East Orange and Rochelle Park. \nInterested applicants can learn more by attending a Virtual Recruitment through Zoom\, starting at 1 p.m. Thursday\, Dec. 10. \nGo to this link to attend the virtual event. \nEmail omar.munguia@firstgroup.com or call 201-710-0903 to set up interview. \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/first-student-virtual-recruitment/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Career Fair
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201214T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201214T160000
DTSTAMP:20260408T031138
CREATED:20191202T165404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210126T232957Z
UID:3549-1607958000-1607961600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:GRWDB Special Board Meeting - GoToMeeting
DESCRIPTION:A quarterly GRWDB Board Meeting will be conducted at 3 p.m. Thursday\, Jan. 28\, as a GoToMeeting. The meeting will include a presentation on new features of thegrwdb.org; a review of a SkillUp Greater Raritan survey; a labor insight analysis report for the past quarter\, a discussion of a proposed update to the 2013 Joint Agreement between the GRWDB and the freeholder boards in Hunterdon and Somerset counties; and several other topics.  A link to the meeting packages page is below.\n\n\n \n\n\n\nGRWDB Board meeting\nPlease join the meeting from your computer\, tablet or smartphone.\nhttps://global.gotomeeting.com/join/600036253\nDial in: United States: +1 (224) 501-3412; Access Code: 600-036-253\n\n\nMeeting agendas can be found here on the GRWDB website. Newcomers\, please RSVP to Paul Grzella at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/grwdb-board-meeting-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:GoToMeeting
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201215T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201215T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T031138
CREATED:20201113T182235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201202T205902Z
UID:3493-1608030000-1608033600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Virtual Information Sessions on Somerset County Job openings
DESCRIPTION:Amazon is opening a new large facility in the Somerset section of Franklin Township. \nThe Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board is joining with Amazon to present virtual information sessions focusing on Amazon’s application procedure\, hiring procedures\, benefits and more. \nThe virtual events will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday\, Dec. 8; 11 a.m. Tuesday\, Dec. 15; and 11 a.m. Tuesday\, Jan. 5\, 2021. (Information sessions also were presented on Nov. 24 and Dec. 1; based upon response\, these new dates were added.) \nTo register on Eventbrite\, to go https://amazon_wfs_2greaterraritan_wfs.eventbrite.com. \nThe company’s online application also can be found at Amazon.force.com.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/amazon-virtual-information-sessions-on-somerset-county-job-openings-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Career Fair,Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201216T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T031138
CREATED:20201203T234955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201203T235126Z
UID:3514-1608112800-1608120000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:NJAPSE Community Conversation
DESCRIPTION:All are invited to take part in an interactive virtual conversation about the impact the COVID-19 pandemic has had on supported employment in New Jersey. \nNJAPSE’s Community Conversation\, running from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Wednesday\, Dec. 16\, will be led by facilitators who will work with conversation participants to identify action steps. \nThe event is free. Register by Dec. 11 here. After registering\, participants will receive a confirmation and meeting details.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/njapse-community-conversation/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201216T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201216T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T031138
CREATED:20201105T174213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201105T174436Z
UID:3317-1608120000-1608123600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Zoom Open House for Advanced Manufacturing Boot Camp
DESCRIPTION:Zoom open houses are planned for the County College of Morris’ Advanced Manufacturing Boot Camp. \nThe events are set for 9 a.m. Wednesday\, Nov. 11; 12 p.m. Wednesday\, Dec. 2\, and 12 p.m. Wednesday\, Dec. 16. \nThe boot camp has open enrollment\, continuous new classes and apprenticeship interview opportunities. \nTo register for an open house and receive zoom log-in information\, visit www.ccm.edu/apprenticeships/. If you have any questions\, email careerusa@ccm.edu.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/open-house-for-advanced-manufacturing-boot-camp-2-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:College Event
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END:VCALENDAR