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SUMMARY:Bridge to Success: Virtual Webinar Series for Job Seekers
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling stressed in your job search? \nThe Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and EmPoWER Somerset are offering in July and July a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled “Bridge to Success.” These are challenging times. The stress-management techniques shared in this series will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search process\, and in life. \nThe virtual series will run every Tuesday from 10 to 11 a.m. beginning June 6\, 2023\, and ending July 25\, 2023. \nParticipation is limited to 12 people\, and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Everyone who attends and completes seven of the eight sessions will receive a $50 Amazon gift card. \nTo register\, user the QR code on this flyer\, or click here. For questions\, email Paul Grzella at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/bridge-to-success-virtual-webinar-series-for-job-seekers-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
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SUMMARY:EARN Webinar: Creating a Disability-Inclusive Workplace - The Role of Accommodations
DESCRIPTION:Join EARN on Wednesday\, July 19\, from 2 to 3 p.m. for the “Creating a Disability-Inclusive Workplace: The Role of Accommodations” webinar. Presenters will explore the vital role accommodations play in creating inclusive workplaces and advancing the goals of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Rehab Act) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Presenters include: \n\nTracie DeFreitas\, Program Leader\, Director of Training\, Services\, and Outreach\, Job Accommodation Network (JAN)\nRobert F. Blake\, Deputy Director\, Office of Diversity and Equal Opportunity (ODEO)\, NASA\, Johnson Space Center\nJed Seifert\, Co-Founder\, Stakes Manufacturing\n\nAttendees will: \n\nUnderstand the impact of the Rehab Act and ADA on today’s workplaces;\nDiscover the role accommodations play in building an inclusive workplace culture; and\nLearn how to employ effective accommodation practices that go beyond compliance.\n\nParticipation is free\, but space is limited. Register here to reserve a spot.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/earn-webinar-creating-a-disability-inclusive-workplace-the-role-of-accommodations/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230629T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230629T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105826
CREATED:20221031T211414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T230111Z
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SUMMARY:Why LinkedIn? presented by Norwescap
DESCRIPTION:Job Readiness Computer Skills will be offered in person in June at Norwescap CLTC offices in Flemington.  \nThe programs will run from 8:45 a.m. – 1 p.m. and will be conducted on Thursdays and Tuesdays\, from June 1 to June 29. This 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 our computers and Internet at the Norwescap locations at 84 Park Ave. in Flemington\, \nSessions 1 and 2 – Using Office365 Word to create professional documents: June 1 and June 6. \nSessions 3-5 – Using Office 365 Excel to create easy budgets and charts: June 8\, June 13 and June 15. \nSessions 6&7 – Using Office 365 PowerPoint to get points across in a presentation: June 20 and June 22. \nSession 8 – In Secrets of a Successful Job Search\, participants will learn tips & tricks and resources to help you with their job search: June 27. \nIn addition\, on June 29 the Career & Life Club will present Why LinkedIn? Please note that this session is virtual. LinkedIn is an essential tool in any career toolbox; it is a source of information about the job market and trends and connects users with others in their industries. It is a way to build and maintain your network\, search for jobs and build one’s professional reputation. \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-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230630T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230630T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105826
CREATED:20230316T214707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230316T215206Z
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SUMMARY:Career Cafe at Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Training Services Center
DESCRIPTION:The Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Training Services Center at 27 Warren St.\, second floor\, Somerville\, is hosting a Career Cafe series this spring. \nJob seekers\, community- and faith-based organizations and current Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board partners as well as area businesses are invited to stop by for coffee\, cookies and conversation about the menu of Training Center’s services\, including individual and cohort training opportunities\, resume and job search assistance\, literacy services and much more. \nThis information series will be conducted from 2 to 4 p.m. on the following Fridays: March 31\, April 28\, May 19 and June 30. If you can’t make it those days or hours\, the Training Center is open for walk-in service five days a week\, from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday\, and 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday to Friday. Appointments during those times are also available. \nFor questions about the Career Cafes and to learn more about available services\, email onestop@co.somerset.nj.us or call 908-541-5780. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/career-cafe-at-greater-raritan-one-stop-career-training-services-center-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Training Center\, 27 Warren St.\, 2nd floor\, Somerville\, NJ\, 08876\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230704T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230704T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105826
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T225544Z
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SUMMARY:Bridge to Success: Virtual Webinar Series for Job Seekers
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling stressed in your job search? \nThe Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and EmPoWER Somerset are offering in July and July a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled “Bridge to Success.” These are challenging times. The stress-management techniques shared in this series will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search process\, and in life. \nThe virtual series will run every Tuesday from 10 to 11 a.m. beginning June 6\, 2023\, and ending July 25\, 2023. \nParticipation is limited to 12 people\, and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Everyone who attends and completes seven of the eight sessions will receive a $50 Amazon gift card. \nTo register\, user the QR code on this flyer\, or click here. For questions\, email Paul Grzella at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/bridge-to-success-virtual-webinar-series-for-job-seekers-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230705T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230705T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105826
CREATED:20200403T190400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230705T185912Z
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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/
LOCATION:GoToMeeting
CATEGORIES:Training,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230706T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230706T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105826
CREATED:20221031T211414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230613T185420Z
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SUMMARY:Job Readiness Computer Skills at Norwescap in Phillipsburg
DESCRIPTION:Job Readiness Computer Skills will be offered in person in July and early August at Norwescap CLTC offices in Phillipsburg.  \nThe programs will run from 8:45 a.m. – 1 p.m. and will be conducted on Thursdays and Tuesdays\, from July 6 to Aug. 3. This 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\, and understandable presentations. There also will a job search session.  These classes will be held in-person using the computers and Internet at the Norwescap locations at 88-90 S. Main St. in Phillipsburg. \nSessions 1 and 2 – Using Office365 Word to create professional documents: July 6 and July 11. \nSessions 3-5 – Using Office 365 Excel to create easy budgets and charts: July 13\, July 18 and July 20. \nSessions 6&7 – Using Office 365 PowerPoint to get points across in a presentation: Aug. 1 and Aug. 3 \nIn addition\, on July 27 the Career & Life Club will present Rehabilitative Job Search? Please note that this session is virtual.   \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-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3/
LOCATION:NORWESCAP Phillipsburg\, 88-90 S. Main St.\, Phillipsburg\, NJ\, 08865\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230706T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230706T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105826
CREATED:20200401T184827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230221T180254Z
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SUMMARY:Career webinar: Mastering the Interview
DESCRIPTION:The interview is one of the key elements of the job search process. The virtual Mastering the Interview workshop being conducted from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Thursday\, July 6\, will allow participants to explore how to prepare for an interview\, become familiar with questions to expect\, and ask the question they should think about asking. \nThe event\, hosted by the Somerset County Library System of NJ\, will feature Jan Goodman\, community outreach specialist and career coach for the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Training Services Center. \nThis workshop will be conducted through Zoom and pre-registration is requested. To register\, go to https://bit.ly/3S4HhD1. \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/zoom-workshop-mastering-the-interview-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230711T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230711T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105826
CREATED:20221031T211414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230613T185547Z
UID:9403-1689065100-1689080400@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Job Readiness Computer Skills at Norwescap in Phillipsburg
DESCRIPTION:Job Readiness Computer Skills will be offered in person in July and early August at Norwescap CLTC offices in Phillipsburg.  \nThe programs will run from 8:45 a.m. – 1 p.m. and will be conducted on Thursdays and Tuesdays\, from July 6 to Aug. 3. This 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\, and understandable presentations. There also will a job search session.  These classes will be held in-person using the computers and Internet at the Norwescap locations at 88-90 S. Main St. in Phillipsburg. \nSessions 1 and 2 – Using Office365 Word to create professional documents: July 6 and July 11. \nSessions 3-5 – Using Office 365 Excel to create easy budgets and charts: July 13\, July 18 and July 20. \nSessions 6&7 – Using Office 365 PowerPoint to get points across in a presentation: Aug. 1 and Aug. 3 \nIn addition\, on July 27 the Career & Life Club will present Rehabilitative Job Search? Please note that this session is virtual.   \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-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2/
LOCATION:NORWESCAP Phillipsburg\, 88-90 S. Main St.\, Phillipsburg\, NJ\, 08865\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230711T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230711T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105826
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T225623Z
UID:9195-1689069600-1689073200@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Bridge to Success: Virtual Webinar Series for Job Seekers
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling stressed in your job search? \nThe Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and EmPoWER Somerset are offering in July and July a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled “Bridge to Success.” These are challenging times. The stress-management techniques shared in this series will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search process\, and in life. \nThe virtual series will run every Tuesday from 10 to 11 a.m. beginning June 6\, 2023\, and ending July 25\, 2023. \nParticipation is limited to 12 people\, and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Everyone who attends and completes seven of the eight sessions will receive a $50 Amazon gift card. \nTo register\, user the QR code on this flyer\, or click here. For questions\, email Paul Grzella at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/bridge-to-success-virtual-webinar-series-for-job-seekers-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230712T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230712T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105826
CREATED:20230626T214426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230626T214426Z
UID:9466-1689166800-1689174000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Youth Nail the Job Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:All youth and young adults are invited to take part in the fourth annual Youth Nail the Job Resource Fair being conducted from 1 to 3 p.m. Wednesday\, July 12\, at the Middlesex College Perth Amboy Campus at 60 Washington St.. \nThe event will include workshops on resume writing and interviewing techniques and will feature various community resources. In addition\,  incentives and raffles will be provided. \nRegister at https://bit.ly/NailTheJob2023 or scan the QR code in this flyer. \nFor more information\, email info@middlesexfso.org.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/youth-nail-the-job-resource-fair/
LOCATION:Middlesex College – Perth Amoby\, 60 Washington St.\, Perth Amboy\, NJ\, 08861\, United States
CATEGORIES:College Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230713T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230713T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105826
CREATED:20221031T211414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230613T185830Z
UID:9410-1689237900-1689253200@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Job Readiness Computer Skills at Norwescap in Phillipsburg
DESCRIPTION:Job Readiness Computer Skills will be offered in person in July and early August at Norwescap CLTC offices in Phillipsburg.  \nThe programs will run from 8:45 a.m. – 1 p.m. and will be conducted on Thursdays and Tuesdays\, from July 6 to Aug. 3. This 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\, and understandable presentations. There also will a job search session.  These classes will be held in-person using the computers and Internet at the Norwescap locations at 88-90 S. Main St. in Phillipsburg. \nSessions 1 and 2 – Using Office365 Word to create professional documents: July 6 and July 11. \nSessions 3-5 – Using Office 365 Excel to create easy budgets and charts: July 13\, July 18 and July 20. \nSessions 6&7 – Using Office 365 PowerPoint to get points across in a presentation: Aug. 1 and Aug. 3 \nIn addition\, on July 27 the Career & Life Club will present Rehabilitative Job Search? Please note that this session is virtual.   \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-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-3/
LOCATION:NORWESCAP Phillipsburg\, 88-90 S. Main St.\, Phillipsburg\, NJ\, 08865\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230717T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230717T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105826
CREATED:20210426T215840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T201607Z
UID:9046-1689598800-1689622200@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Golf Fore Literacy for Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County
DESCRIPTION:The 7th Annual Golf Fore Literacy supporting the Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County (LVSC) will begin on Monday\, July 17\, with a 1 p.m. Modified Shotgun Start. \nGolf packages start at $160 and include green frees\, golf cart\, lunch and 2-for-1 golf pages. Following the event\, a Summer Soiree will be conducted from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.\, and will feature a two-hour premium open bar\, an Italian buffet dinner and dessert under the tent. For those who don’t golf but would like to attend the dinner\, the cost is $60 per person. New this year\, there is also a beginner package to attend a one-hour golf clinic starting at 3:30 p.m. followed by a short course of golf and the Summer Soiree. The beginner package is $140 per person. \nLike so many nonprofits\, LVSC has transformed its services to a meet today’s needs. Today\, more than 300 students are learning English\, in person and remotely\,  working with 100-plus trained LVSC volunteers. Participation in Golf Fore Literacy will help support those who are learning to read\, write\, and communicate in English\, so that they can have a better life. \nTo register or for more information\, including event sponsorship details\, go to https://www.literacysomerset.org/events. \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/golf-fore-literacy-for-literacy-volunteers-of-somerset-county-2-2/
LOCATION:Royce Brook Golf Club\, 201 Hamilton Road\, Hillsborough\, NJ\, 08846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230718T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230718T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105826
CREATED:20221031T211414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230613T185750Z
UID:9408-1689669900-1689685200@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Job Readiness Computer Skills at Norwescap in Phillipsburg
DESCRIPTION:Job Readiness Computer Skills will be offered in person in July and early August at Norwescap CLTC offices in Phillipsburg.  \nThe programs will run from 8:45 a.m. – 1 p.m. and will be conducted on Thursdays and Tuesdays\, from July 6 to Aug. 3. This 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\, and understandable presentations. There also will a job search session.  These classes will be held in-person using the computers and Internet at the Norwescap locations at 88-90 S. Main St. in Phillipsburg. \nSessions 1 and 2 – Using Office365 Word to create professional documents: July 6 and July 11. \nSessions 3-5 – Using Office 365 Excel to create easy budgets and charts: July 13\, July 18 and July 20. \nSessions 6&7 – Using Office 365 PowerPoint to get points across in a presentation: Aug. 1 and Aug. 3 \nIn addition\, on July 27 the Career & Life Club will present Rehabilitative Job Search? Please note that this session is virtual.   \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-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2/
LOCATION:NORWESCAP Phillipsburg\, 88-90 S. Main St.\, Phillipsburg\, NJ\, 08865\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230718T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105826
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T225653Z
UID:9197-1689674400-1689678000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Bridge to Success: Virtual Webinar Series for Job Seekers
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling stressed in your job search? \nThe Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and EmPoWER Somerset are offering in July and July a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled “Bridge to Success.” These are challenging times. The stress-management techniques shared in this series will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search process\, and in life. \nThe virtual series will run every Tuesday from 10 to 11 a.m. beginning June 6\, 2023\, and ending July 25\, 2023. \nParticipation is limited to 12 people\, and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Everyone who attends and completes seven of the eight sessions will receive a $50 Amazon gift card. \nTo register\, user the QR code on this flyer\, or click here. For questions\, email Paul Grzella at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/bridge-to-success-virtual-webinar-series-for-job-seekers-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230719T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230719T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105826
CREATED:20230707T185833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230707T185833Z
UID:9495-1689764400-1689768000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Career Webinar: ChatGPT - Job Seeker's Friend or Foe
DESCRIPTION:The Middlesex County Office of Workforce and Career Development is hosting a webinar\, “ChatGPT: Job Seeker’s Friend or Foe\,” at 11 a.m. Wednesday\, July 19. \nArtificial Intelligent (AI) Chatbots like ChatGPT have taken the world by storm. With more than 100 million users in less than two months\, it is the fastest-growing computer application to hit the world\, ever. It continues to grow exponentially not only in the number of users but in its power and flexibility. \nThe webinar will be led by Dr. Scott Dell\, a career coach\, educator (UW-DBA\, entrepreneur\, lifelong Learner\, salesperson\, technologist\, LinkedIn advocate/author\, and Navy veteran. Dell has presented keynotes\, CPE programs\, and multiple training sessions on AI and ChatGPT to global audiences. His powerful and engaging style makes for an interesting and informative event. \nDell will inform participants about AI technology and how it can be applied to enhance personal and professional prospects. \nTo register for the event\, click on QR code here\, or go here. \nFor information about this and other upcoming events\, along with other jobseeker or employer services\, call the Middlesex County Office of Workforce & Career Development at 732-745-3955.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/career-webinar-chatgpt-job-seekers-friend-or-foe/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230720T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230720T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105826
CREATED:20221031T211414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230613T185720Z
UID:9406-1689842700-1689858000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Job Readiness Computer Skills at Norwescap in Phillipsburg
DESCRIPTION:Job Readiness Computer Skills will be offered in person in July and early August at Norwescap CLTC offices in Phillipsburg.  \nThe programs will run from 8:45 a.m. – 1 p.m. and will be conducted on Thursdays and Tuesdays\, from July 6 to Aug. 3. This 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\, and understandable presentations. There also will a job search session.  These classes will be held in-person using the computers and Internet at the Norwescap locations at 88-90 S. Main St. in Phillipsburg. \nSessions 1 and 2 – Using Office365 Word to create professional documents: July 6 and July 11. \nSessions 3-5 – Using Office 365 Excel to create easy budgets and charts: July 13\, July 18 and July 20. \nSessions 6&7 – Using Office 365 PowerPoint to get points across in a presentation: Aug. 1 and Aug. 3 \nIn addition\, on July 27 the Career & Life Club will present Rehabilitative Job Search? Please note that this session is virtual.   \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-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2/
LOCATION:NORWESCAP Phillipsburg\, 88-90 S. Main St.\, Phillipsburg\, NJ\, 08865\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230724T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230724T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105826
CREATED:20230306T174649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T192059Z
UID:9508-1690196400-1690207200@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:USPS Career Fair in Jersey City
DESCRIPTION:The United States Postal Service is hosting a Career Fair from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday\, July 24\, at the NJI-NDC\, 80 County Road\, Jersey  City. \nThere are immediate positions available\, including maintenance mechanic\, electronic technician\, motor vehicle operators and tractor trailer operators. For more details on the positions\, see this flyer which also contains a QR code to register to attend the event. \nThere are hundreds of permanent U.S. Postal Service employment positions available immediately in the State of New Jersey\, and the postal service is looking to recruit from within the communities being served. For more information\, visit www.usps.com/careers.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/usps-virtual-information-session-2/
LOCATION:NJI-NDC\, 80 County Road\, Jersey City\, NJ\, 07097\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Fair,Virtual Information Job Session
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230725T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230725T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105826
CREATED:20200825T211804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T225729Z
UID:9199-1690279200-1690282800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Bridge to Success: Virtual Webinar Series for Job Seekers
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling stressed in your job search? \nThe Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and EmPoWER Somerset are offering in July and July a free eight-week virtual program for community members entitled “Bridge to Success.” These are challenging times. The stress-management techniques shared in this series will help participants survive and thrive during the job-search process\, and in life. \nThe virtual series will run every Tuesday from 10 to 11 a.m. beginning June 6\, 2023\, and ending July 25\, 2023. \nParticipation is limited to 12 people\, and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Everyone who attends and completes seven of the eight sessions will receive a $50 Amazon gift card. \nTo register\, user the QR code on this flyer\, or click here. For questions\, email Paul Grzella at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/bridge-to-success-virtual-webinar-series-for-job-seekers-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230725T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230725T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105826
CREATED:20230705T151842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230705T164115Z
UID:9480-1690279200-1690290000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Middlesex County WDB Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Middlesex County Office of Workforce Development is hosting a Job Fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday\, July 25\, at Middlesex County College’s West Hall\, 2600 Woodbridge Ave.\,  Edison. \nTo register\, scan the QR code in this flyer. \nEmployers from all industries and sectors are expected to participate. For updates on the event\, visit www.middlesexcountynj.gov/workforce. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/middlesex-county-wdb-job-fair/
LOCATION:Middlesex College\, 2600 Woodbridge Ave.\, Edison\, NJ\, 08818\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Fair
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230727T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230727T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105826
CREATED:20221031T211414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230613T190044Z
UID:9416-1690447500-1690462800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Rehabilitative Job Search Session at Norwescap in Phillipsburg
DESCRIPTION:Job Readiness Computer Skills will be offered in person in July and early August at Norwescap CLTC offices in Phillipsburg.  \nThe programs will run from 8:45 a.m. – 1 p.m. and will be conducted on Thursdays and Tuesdays\, from July 6 to Aug. 3. This 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\, and understandable presentations. There also will a job search session.  These classes will be held in-person using the computers and Internet at the Norwescap locations at 88-90 S. Main St. in Phillipsburg. \nSessions 1 and 2 – Using Office365 Word to create professional documents: July 6 and July 11. \nSessions 3-5 – Using Office 365 Excel to create easy budgets and charts: July 13\, July 18 and July 20. \nSessions 6&7 – Using Office 365 PowerPoint to get points across in a presentation: Aug. 1 and Aug. 3 \nIn addition\, on July 27 the Career & Life Club will present Rehabilitative Job Search? Please note that this session is virtual.   \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-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-3-2-2/
LOCATION:NORWESCAP Phillipsburg\, 88-90 S. Main St.\, Phillipsburg\, NJ\, 08865\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230727T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230727T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105826
CREATED:20230221T155116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230221T155116Z
UID:8652-1690455600-1690459200@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Career Webinar: Connect to Success with the GRWDB
DESCRIPTION:The Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board website offers a host of career-related features residents and businesses can use to connect and thrive. During a webinar\, learn how to navigate and use www.thegrwdb.org with a GRWDB staff member. \nThe webinar\, being conducted from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Thursday\, July 27\, is a collaboration with the Somerset County Library System of New Jersey. \nTo register\, go the library website.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/career-webinar-connect-to-success-with-the-grwdb/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230801T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230801T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105826
CREATED:20221031T211414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230613T185900Z
UID:9412-1690879500-1690894800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Job Readiness Computer Skills at Norwescap in Phillipsburg
DESCRIPTION:Job Readiness Computer Skills will be offered in person in July and early August at Norwescap CLTC offices in Phillipsburg.  \nThe programs will run from 8:45 a.m. – 1 p.m. and will be conducted on Thursdays and Tuesdays\, from July 6 to Aug. 3. This 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\, and understandable presentations. There also will a job search session.  These classes will be held in-person using the computers and Internet at the Norwescap locations at 88-90 S. Main St. in Phillipsburg. \nSessions 1 and 2 – Using Office365 Word to create professional documents: July 6 and July 11. \nSessions 3-5 – Using Office 365 Excel to create easy budgets and charts: July 13\, July 18 and July 20. \nSessions 6&7 – Using Office 365 PowerPoint to get points across in a presentation: Aug. 1 and Aug. 3 \nIn addition\, on July 27 the Career & Life Club will present Rehabilitative Job Search? Please note that this session is virtual.   \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-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-3/
LOCATION:NORWESCAP Phillipsburg\, 88-90 S. Main St.\, Phillipsburg\, NJ\, 08865\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230802T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230802T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105826
CREATED:20200403T190400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230705T190003Z
UID:9484-1690988400-1690992000@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/
LOCATION:GoToMeeting
CATEGORIES:Training,Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230803T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230803T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105826
CREATED:20221031T211414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230613T185935Z
UID:9414-1691052300-1691067600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Job Readiness Computer Skills at Norwescap in Phillipsburg
DESCRIPTION:Job Readiness Computer Skills will be offered in person in July and early August at Norwescap CLTC offices in Phillipsburg.  \nThe programs will run from 8:45 a.m. – 1 p.m. and will be conducted on Thursdays and Tuesdays\, from July 6 to Aug. 3. This 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\, and understandable presentations. There also will a job search session.  These classes will be held in-person using the computers and Internet at the Norwescap locations at 88-90 S. Main St. in Phillipsburg. \nSessions 1 and 2 – Using Office365 Word to create professional documents: July 6 and July 11. \nSessions 3-5 – Using Office 365 Excel to create easy budgets and charts: July 13\, July 18 and July 20. \nSessions 6&7 – Using Office 365 PowerPoint to get points across in a presentation: Aug. 1 and Aug. 3 \nIn addition\, on July 27 the Career & Life Club will present Rehabilitative Job Search? Please note that this session is virtual.   \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-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-3-2/
LOCATION:NORWESCAP Phillipsburg\, 88-90 S. Main St.\, Phillipsburg\, NJ\, 08865\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230803T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230803T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105826
CREATED:20211119T175007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230228T154724Z
UID:8729-1691056800-1691064000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Career Webinar: Business Etiquette for Job Seekers
DESCRIPTION:A career webinar\, Business Etiquette for Job Seekers\, will be conducted from  10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Thursday\, Aug. 3. \nDuring the workshop\, participants will be given tips and ideas on how to make first impressions memorable and understand the protocols for proper job-hunting behavior. \nThe workshop presenter is Jan Goodman\, the community outreach specialist/career coach for Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center Training Services. The event is presented in collaboration with the Somerset County Library System. \nTo join the Zoom meeting and register click on the following link: https://sclsnj.libnet.info/event/7941011. \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/career-webinar-business-etiquette-for-job-seekers-2-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105826
CREATED:20230808T222438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T222438Z
UID:9591-1691481600-1691514000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Equity for Working Women and Families
DESCRIPTION:A webinar\, Equity for Working Women and Families: Past\, Present and Future\, will be presented from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday\, August 16. \nThe event is presented by HHS Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health (OASH) Region 2 and the Department of Labor Women’s Bureau in the Northeast Region. \nThe webinar aims to address structural barriers that prevent economic and social well-being for working women and families by sharing accurate and timely data on working women in the labor force and highlighting policies that advance equity. \nSpeakers will highlight data on working women in the labor force from the past\, present\, and future\, and policies intended to advance equity for working women and families. \nTo register\, use the link in this flyer or go here.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/webinar-equity-for-working-women-and-families/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Community Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T144500
DTSTAMP:20260406T105826
CREATED:20200306T212612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T220058Z
UID:9561-1691503200-1691505900@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:GRWDB Literacy Committee - GoToMeeting
DESCRIPTION:Through policy\, oversight\, and planning\, the GRWDB ensures that workforce training and education investments are responsive to and meet the needs of employers and jobseekers and is responsible for maintaining committees to help inform decision-making around services and priorities for targeted populations. One of those includes the GRWDB’s Literacy Committee\, which works with Title II literacy providers and volunteer literacy organizations in Hunterdon and Somerset counties to ensure literacy training is connected to the other services offered in Greater Raritan’s workforce system. \nThe committee’s next meeting will be on GoToMeeting: \nGRWDB Literacy Committee\nAug 8\, 2023\, 2:00 – 2:45 PM\n \nPlease join the meeting from your computer\, tablet or smartphone.\nhttps://meet.goto.com/353374469 \nYou can also dial in using your phone: +1 (408) 650-3123; Access Code: 353-374-469 \nMeeting agendas can be found here on the GRWDB website. \nAll are welcomed to attend. Newcomers\, please RSVP to info@thegrwdb.org to join.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/grwdb-literacy-committee-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:GoToMeeting
CATEGORIES:Committee Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230810T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230810T154500
DTSTAMP:20260406T105826
CREATED:20200121T201042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T230250Z
UID:9594-1691679600-1691682300@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:GRWDB Operations Committee Meeting - GoToMeeting
DESCRIPTION:Through policy\, oversight\, and planning\, the GRWDB ensures that workforce training and education investments are responsive to and meet the needs of employers and jobseekers and is responsible for maintaining committees to help inform decision-making around services and priorities for targeted populations. One of those includes the GRWDB’s One-Stop Operations Committee\, which provides strategy and direction for the services and programs offered by the One-Stop locations in Flemington (Hunterdon County) and Somerville (Somerset County). \nThis meeting will be via GoToMeeting. \nGRWDB Operations Committee\nAug 10\, 2023\, 3:00 – 3:45 PM \nPlease join my meeting from your computer\, tablet or smartphone.\nhttps://meet.goto.com/576186269 \nYou can also dial in using your phone: United States: +1 (872) 240-3212;Access Code: 576-186-269 \nMeeting agendas are posted here on the GRWDB website. \nNewcomers\, please RSVP to info@thegrwdb.org for more information! \nPlease note: this meeting was originally set for 3 p.m. but was moved up an hour because of a scheduling conflict.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/grwdb-one-stop-committee-meeting-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:GoToMeeting
CATEGORIES:Committee Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105826
CREATED:20230707T190858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230707T190858Z
UID:9499-1692091800-1692100800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:NJ TRANSIT Police Recruitment Event
DESCRIPTION:The NJ TRANSIT Police Department is hosting a Recruitment Event from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Essex County Offices & Institutions\, 50 S. Clinton St.\, third floor\, East Orange. \nThe agency is actively seeking motivated individuals who share its passion for serving and protecting others. Job requirements and benefits are listed in this flyer. \nPotential applicants also can go here to apply directly. \nFor questions or further information\, reach out to njtpd_examquestions@njtransit.com. \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/nj-transit-police-recruitment-event/
LOCATION:Essex County Offices and Institutions\, 50 S. Clinton St.\, East Orange\, NJ\, 07018\, United States
CATEGORIES:Recruitment Event
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR