“Come and learn how to have a
relationship with God and
not with religion!”
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In Case of Medical Emergency
There is a Nurse's station on site; please see the Health and Wellness team in the case of a medical emergency. The nearest hospital is the UMass Memorial Medical Center.
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Jobs
We are accepting applications for the Boston SNAP Enrollment Coordinator position.
Please see the job description at http://ow.ly/it5Oi-. If you or anyone you know is interested in applying, please submit a cover letter and resume to: jobs@projectbread.org.
Candidates MUST be bilingual in English and Spanish.
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Internship Posting:
Community Food Access Coordinator
Program Overview:
In 2012 we reached over 100 people, through nearly 50 CSA shares, and generated more than $20,000 in sales for local farms. We need you to work directly with our farms and community partners to make
this program an even bigger success in 2013!
CSA Connect
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I am pleased to announce the most recent list of opportunities to volunteer for the City of Worcester. Attached is the most up-to-date list of vacancies as well as a list of FAQ’s regarding the process of being appointed to a board/commission. To be considered for a vacancy, you must attend a selection meeting of the CAC. If you are interested in any of the opportunities listed, please email or call to let me know which meeting you will attend.* All selections meetings are scheduled to be held in the Saxe Room of the Worcester Pubic Library at 6:30pm on the following dates:
April 17, 2013
June 19, 2013
September 18, 2013
November 20, 2013
*Keep in mind that positions are filled as qualified applicants are interviewed. For example, if you choose to attend the June meeting and a qualified applicant is interviewed at the April meeting, the position may be filled.
If you have already been appointed to a board or do not wish to serve at this time, please feel free to forward this list with any other citizen of Worcester that may be interested. Thank you so much for your willingness to volunteer for the City of Worcester and cooperation by sharing the list with others that may be interested!
Jeannie Michelson
Senior Staff Assistant
Office of City Manager Michael V. O'Brien
P: 508.799.1175
F: 508.799.1208
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In the News!
Pastor hopes program will aid faithful, church by fixing personal debt problems
By Lindsey O’Donnell SPECIAL TO THE TELEGRAM & GAZETTE
WORCESTER — Churches are spiritual centers, places where people can commune with a higher power.
But they are also essentially small businesses, with a budget, salaries, and a need for money to fill the oil tank and replace the windows.
With the country’s tough economy, many people are hesitant to donate their money to their church.
The Rev. Clyde D. Talley, the pastor at the Belmont African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church in Worcester, said one of the biggest obstacles to people donating is their debt load.
“Without the problem of debt in our congregation, we can focus entirely on the ministry,” Rev. Talley said. “Parishioners will be able to donate more money to the church, and then we will be able to
reach out more to help the overall community. That’s our long-term goal.”
To reach his long-term goal, Rev. Talley has recently adopted a program called “Momentum.” This initiative aims to guide congregants to financial stability in their personal lives, and to increase
parishioners’ fiscal generosity to their churches.
The Momentum initiative is designed by the Dave Ramsey organization, a company that supports those trying to overcome economic hardships. The organization invites pastors from around the country,
such as Rev. Talley, to help carry out its financial educational strategies.
Church giving has not exceeded 3 percent as a portion of income in the last 40 years, according to the Dave Ramsey organization.
Personal financial approaches are taught to parishioners through several free nine-week sessions called Financial Peace University programs. The A.M.E. Zion Church plans to launch two Financial Peace
University classes during mid-August. Rev. Talley said 1.5 million people to date have attended Financial Peace University sessions.
The A.M.E. Zion Church is the first in Massachusetts to participate in the Momentum initiative.
“My highest hope is to have the churches use this initiative to help free them of debt,” Rev. Talley said. “In addition to helping our church families, we can help the community by supporting the
programs that are in place to help out congregants and surrounding neighborhoods. We deal with single mothers, people who have lost their jobs, and even those who think that they are financially
stable.”
Besides helping congregation members achieve financial stability, the program aims to develop a long-term plan for the church that will reduce its chances of going into debt.
To find out more about Momentum, go to daveramsey.com/momentum/home.
Events at Belmont
See Church "Calendar"
What will you learn in
Financial Peace University?
Financial Peace University (FPU) is a nine-week class on money taught by America's most trusted financial guru, Dave
Ramsey. Dave and his teaching team will walk you through the basics of budgeting, dumping debt, planning for the future, and much more!
FPU presents biblical, practical steps to get from where you are to where you've dreamed you could be. This plan will show you how to get rid of debt, manage your money, spend and save wisely, and
much more!
FPU classes meet for around an hour and a half each week for nine weeks.
Click this link to sign-up: http://www.daveramsey.com/fpu/locations/org/34104/class/223976/atid/l_ln
To be held at:
Belmont A.M.E. Zion Church
55 Illinois Street, Worcester,
MA
Starts: Apr 3rd at
7:00pm
Belmont AME Zion Church
presents
Inclusion Infusion:
A Disabilities Sensitivity/Etiquette Workshop
Saturday, April 27, 2013 ~ 10am-12pm
Admission is free, but please RSVP to ensure we have enough materials.
Some concepts being explored:
Biblical Foundations,
Welcoming people with disabilities
Disability Etiquette,
Including people with disabilities in ministry
Self-evaluation tools
Belmont AME Zion Church, 55 Illinois St., Worcester, MA 01610
Pastor: Rev. Clyde Talley
To RSVP and for more information, please contact
Debbie Malone, Purpose4All@gmail.com 774-670-3703
Please join us for this eye-opening event on April 27 from 10:00 to noon!
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Events in the City
Minister Margot Focuses on the stages, Characteristics, Contributing factors OF ABUSE , She helps free our minds through Healing and Powerful guidelines for safer boundaries AGAINST ABUSE. THIS IS THE
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WalkBike Worcester joined other groups and residents at public meetings on the Open Space Plan revision in December and January/February. Now is your chance to weigh in via a public survey. Take it yourself and pass it on to your own networks.
Let the city know YOUR priorities to be active outdoors!
All City of Worcester
Residents
Worcester is updating its Open Space & Recreation Plan.
The City wants to learn more about how, why and when you use the City's open space and park amenities and your opinion about what improvements you'd like to see.
Click here to take this 5-10 min Survey
This important survey will help shape Worcester's open space and park funding priorities for the next 7
years!
Please complete this survey by 5:00 P.M. on Friday, April 12, 2013.
Thank you!
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April is Autism Awareness Month
In order to mark and support Autism Awareness Month The Family Resource Center of the Y.O.U. Inc. Worcester Family Center has gathered resources for families who have a child(ren) with a spectrum disorder.
These resources are available for families at a special resource table at the first floor lobby of 81 Plantation Street. Please feel free to drop by yourself to collect materials. The materials will be available until the end of April.
As always please feel free to contact Francine at the Family Resource Center 508-849-5600(ext. 260) should families have questions about community resources which may be available to them.
What Are the Signs of Autism?
Early signs of autism can be detected in infants as young as 6-18 months. For example, if a baby fixates on objects or does not respond to people, he or she may be exhibiting early signs of an autism spectrum disorder. Older babies and toddlers may fail to respond to their names, avoid eye contact, lack joint attention, or engage in repetitive movements such as rocking, or arm flapping. They may play with toys in unusual ways. Parents who notice these signs, or are concerned their children are not meeting developmental milestones, should contact their pediatricians and request a developmental screening.
What Are the Signs of Autism?
Early signs of autism can be detected in infants as young as 6-18 months. For example, if a baby fixates on objects or does not respond to people, he or she may be exhibiting early signs of an autism spectrum disorder. Older babies and toddlers may fail to respond to their names, avoid eye contact, lack joint attention, or engage in repetitive movements such as rocking, or arm flapping. They may play with toys in unusual ways. Parents who notice these signs, or are concerned their children are not meeting developmental milestones, should contact their pediatricians and request a developmental screening.
Autism is the fastest – growing serious developmental disability in the U.S.
There is no medical detection or cure for autism.
Autism is a “Spectrum Disorder”
Asperger Syndrome is a High Functioning Form of Autism
People with Autism Are Different From One Another
There are Dozens of Treatments for Autism But No Cure
People Don’t Grow out of Autism
Families Coping with Autism Need Help and Support
Autistic People Have Many Strengths and Abilities
Children with autism need friends just like other kids
People with Autism need others to be patient with them
Autism is a developmental disability that affects people in all parts of our world. Children with autism may have a different way of seeing, hearing or feeling things. They can be black or white, rich or poor, tall or small. More boys seem to have autism than girls, although both boys and girls have autism. They might go to your school, live in your neighborhood or swim at your pool.
Local Autism Support Centers:
Autism Alliance of Metrowest: www.autismalliance.org
Autism Resource Center of Central Massachusetts: http://www.autismresourcecentral.org/
Community Resources for People With Autism: www.communityresourcesforautism.org
As always, there are also wonderful events listed at: www.spedchildmass.com/
Francine Winslow-Ramos
Prevention Specialist
YOU INC
81 Plantation Street
Worcester, MA 01604
Jazzed Up Trio live
Multi award winning JAZZED UP Trio, artist in residence, Performs at BYBLOS LOUNGE, in Union Station, Worcester Ma March 23, April 6 and April 20 Starting at 7:30 PM
No cover, great authentic Lebanese food, and the best in cool, smooth jazz.
Nominated Best JAZZ and Life time achievment award in the Worcester Music Awards 2013, Pianist / vocalist Mauro DePasquale, is regularly joined by the areas best musicians featuring: Joe D'Angelo on guitar/bass;John Murzycki on drums; Ed Conely on drums;, Bill MacGillvary on drums; Herdi Xha drums; Eduardo Ortiz on bass; Peter DePasquale on guitar; Tom Herbert on sax; and Jim
Allard on sax; and others.
For booking contact 508-769-4294
To view this posting, please click the link below:
http://worcester.backpage.com/PlugBand/jazzed-up-trio-live/22334692
April 2013
Alcohol Awareness Month
April is Alcohol Awareness Month. The National Council on Alcoholism & Drug Dependence (NCADD) & UMass reminds you that if your drinking has caused problems in your relationships, at work, at home, financially, physically or legally, it’s time to get “Help for Today, Hope for Tomorrow.” For information about alcoholism & recovery call the MA Substance Abuse Information & Education Hotline at:
800-327-5050 or on the web: www.helpline-online.com Help is available right now.
National Donate Life Month
Why wait? Currently more than 110,000 men, women and children are awaiting organ transplants to save their lives. Thousands more are in need of tissue and cornea transplants to restore their mobility and sight. Register today to be an organ, eye & tissue donor today and provide hope to those who wait.
National Volunteer Week
National Volunteer Week focuses national attention on the impact & power of volunteerism & service as an integral aspect of our civic leadership. The week of April 21st draws the support & endorsement of the president, Congress, governors, & mayors as well as corporate & community groups & you across the country. Celebrate and volunteer today! www.pointsoflight.org
National Health Care Decisions Day
April 16th is National Healthcare Decisions Day (NHDD). NHDD exists to inspire, educate, and empower the public and providers about the importance of advance care planning. Please visit their website atwww.nhdd.org
National Humor Month
April is National Humor Month and the perfect time to add a little fun and levity to your life. Are you feeling stressed? Unable to relax? Feeling gloomy? Consider adding humor to your daily routine. Many studies have shown that laughter can actually improve our health. And laughter is fun!
Laughter Reduces Stress: When stressed, we produce a hormone called cortisol. Laughter can significantly reduce cortisol levels.
Laughter Can Reduce Pain: Laughter causes us to produce endorphins - natural, pain-killing hormones.
Laughter Strengthens the Immune System: A hearty laugh decreases stress hormones and increases production of T-cells, immune proteins and infection-fighting antibodies.
Laughter Helps the Heart: When we laugh we increase blood flow and the function of blood vessels, which can help prevent cardiovascular problems.
Laughter Relaxes the Whole Body: One good belly laugh can relieve physical tension and relax your muscles for up to 45 minutes.
Laughter Helps You Recharge: By reducing stress levels and increasing your energy, laughter can help you focus and achieve more.
http://www.rd.com/slideshows/15-top-jokes-of-2011/#slideshow=slide1
Studies of interest
Home Tanning Bed Study (Docket # H-00000020)
Do you have a tanning bed in your home or use one that is in someone else’s home? We would like to interview you. Your participation will include a 1-hour interview. Please contact Effie.chung@umassmed.edu or call Effie at 508-856-1534
Research Study Needs Male Participants With ADHD (Docket # H-14119)
Young men with ADHD are needed for a research study looking at brain function. Participants may qualify if: they are between 14-24 years old; they have ADHD; are right-handed. Both smokers and non-smokers are needed for this study. Participants will complete questionnaires & have 1 non-invasive MRI imaging scan. Compensation (up to $130) will be provided. If you are interested in participating, or would like more information, please contact us:
Phone: 508-856-8185 or CCNI.Research@umassmed.edu
Genetic Study of Familial & Sporadic ALS/Motor Neuron Disease, Miyoshi
Myopathy & Other Neuromuscular Disorders (Docket # H-13019)
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We have been studying families with a history of ALS for more than 25 years and are continuing to use new ways to understand how genes may play a role in ALS, motor neuron disease and other neuromuscular disorders. The purpose of this study is to identify additional genes that may cause or put a person at risk for either familial ALS (meaning 2 or more people in a family who have had ALS), sporadic ALS, or other forms of motor neuron disease in the hopes of improving diagnosis and treatment. As new genes are found that may be linked to ALS in families or individuals, the investigators can then further study how that gene may be contributing to the disease by studying it down to the protein and molecular level. Participants will be asked to provide a blood sample and to complete a couple of questionnaires regarding their overall medical health and some environmental risk factors. Medical records will be requested for all those diagnosed with one of the study diseases to allow the researchers to review details of their clinical disease symptoms, neurological exams and test results. Participants do not need to travel to Massachusetts for this study. Samples can be obtained locally at no costs to the participant. Family members may be included in the study depending on family history and their relationship to the affected individual. Diane McKenna-Yasek, RN BSN, 508-856-4697 ordiane.mckenna-yasek@umassmed.edu |
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Treatment Choices of Men with Good-Risk Prostate Cancer (Docket #H-14569)
What happens when you enroll? You will be interviewed about your knowledge of your diagnosis, treatment options, decision-making style, coping style, mood, and quality of life. We will interview you once and may contact you once for follow-up questions. For more
information, contact UMass Memorial Health Care jean.boucher@umassmed.edu or 508-856-5755.
A FREE 5 week
workshop series for one or both parents who are
parenting
separately!
(This series Does Not fulfill the requirement for the
parenting class ordered through Family Court)
Effective Co-Parenting, Strengthening Families and Healing
Children
Presented
by Jack Bonina, LICSW
of the
Worcester County Father’s and Family Network
Come to this 5 week workshop series and learn ways to co-parent when you
are not living with the other parent; ways to improve communication skills and
reduce conflicts
Thursdays
April 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th, and
May 2nd2013
5:30-7:00pm
At the Worcester Community Connections Coalition Resource
and Referral Center
Affiliated with YOU Inc.
484 Main Street, 4th floor - Suite 460, Worcester,
MA 01608
Call 508-796-1417 to register and for additional
information.
Dinner and Child Supervision provided
on a limited basis, call to reserve your spot.
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Worcester Fair Housing Conference
Saturday April 6th, 8:30am to 12pm
Worcester State University
Tenants, Homeowners, Landlords Welcome
Training FREE and open to the public
See attached flyer
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Dress for Success-Worcester
If
you are looking for something fun to do this spring mark your calendar! On
Thursday,
April 11, 2013 we
will be hosting our annual Ladies Night Out.
Did You Know...
Since 1997, Dress for Success has served more
than 650,000 women around the world. Each year we reach more than 65,000 women
in the United States, Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, New Zealand,
Australia, the Netherlands, Mexico, Poland, Portugal, Ireland and the West
Indies.
Dress for Success Worcester | 484 Main St. | Suite 110 | Worcester | MA | 01608
508-796-5660
APRIL 2013
Friday – 12th: 8 pm An Evening with Whoopi Goldberg at the Hanover Theatre Tickets $58-$78.
Saturday – 13th: 8 pm BB King at the Hanover Theatre. Tickets are $47 - $77.
The Western Massachusetts
Subcommittee of the Central/West Regional
Citizen Advisory Board, Massachusetts Families Organizing for
Change-
Central, HMEA, Seven Hills Foundation, and the
Department of Developmental Services
Present
Steering One’s Ship
A FREE Forum on Self-Determination
If you or a family member has a developmental
disability and receives services from the
Department of Developmental Services,
come and discover the many opportunities that are
available to you to self-direct
your services and supports.
Saturday, April 13, 2013
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Registration & Continental Breakfast Begins at 9:30 am
A Complimentary Light Lunch Will Be Provided
Hoagland-Pincus Center
222 Maple Avenue, Shrewsbury, MA
RSVP By Friday, March 29, 2013 to
Anne Carman
Email: anne.carman@state.ma.us;
Phone: (413) 205-0819
Please
provide Name, Address and Phone/Email Address
Should
you require additional information or special accommodations, please contact:
Doug
McCallum doug.mccallum@state.ma.us or (413)
205-0871
Step Dance Competition
April 14, 2013
Assumption College
Sunday, April 14th
http://www.WorcesterVegFest.com/
Vegetarian Food Festival
FREE samples ~ Restaurants, Speakers, Cooking Demos, FUN, FUN, FUN
2013 Worcester VegFest
Sunday April 14th, 11am-5pm
Worcester Regional Airport
375 Airport Dr Worcester, MA
SPEAKERS announced soon!
VegFest is a FREE festival that brings together Worcesterites to celebrate vegetarianism–an animal-friendly, environmentally sustainable, and healthy lifestyle. Our event features socially
responsible businesses, inspiring speakers, performers, and free samples of vegan food and products. This year’s event will be awesome, and we’ll keep you updated along the way as we announce this
years speakers and presenters!
To volunteer, exhibit, sponsor, or donate, visit us at
http://www.WorcesterVegFest.com/
SAVE THE DATE!!!
40 HOUR BASIC MEDIATION TRAINING
Monday, April 22, 2013 through Friday, April 26, 2013
8AM through 4:30PM
FSCM Mediation is offering a 40 hour training for $100.00. Successful trainees are required to volunteer for our Small Claims Court one day a month for one year. This is a great opportunity for training and mentoring. Call us if you have an interest in working with our program!
Suzanne C. Aymes
Community Mediation Coordinator
Family Services of Central Massachusetts Mediation
31 Harvard Street
Worcester, MA 01609
Phone: 508.756.4646
Thursday, April 25th 6pm
Worcester Youth Center
326 Chandler Street, Worcester
Join Worcester Human Rights Commission, presspass TV and Worcester Youth Center for a Screening and Discussion of The Central Park Five as a part of Stand Against Racism
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3rd Annual Earth Day Clean Up
Join Seven Hills Charter Public School &
Cityview Public School
Community Garden
At Eastern Ave. & Berkeley Street
Saturday April 27th
See Attached Flyer
Christ Tabernacle Apostolic Church
Spring Fling
Date: Saturday, April 27, 2013
Time: 2:00- 6:00P
Cost: $10 per Ticket / call: 508-756-0238
Location: 1189 Main St., Worcester, MA
Gear Up for Summer with Spring Classes at the YWCA
- Red Cross Learn to Swim for Youth and Adults
- Triathlon Training for Adults
- Fit Factor Weight Loss Contest
VISIT: http://www.ywcacentralmass.org/wp-content/uploads/spring-summer-2013-class-guide-online.pdf
Email: pflanagan@ywcacentralmass.org
Call: Patty Flanagan 508-767-2505 ext. 3021
2013 EITC Tax Preparation Sites
FREE TAX PREPARATION
SERVICES: THE Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program provides
IRS-trained volunteers to prepare and file tax returns for free.
1. Main South Community Development
Corporation, 875 Main Street, Worcester, MA, Phone: 508-752-6181 Opening Day:
Monday, January 28, 2013.
NEW Hours of Operation: Tuesday and Wednesday 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. with last appointment at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. with last appointment at 1:30 p.m. WALK-INS WELCOME. Types of
returns: simple only.
2. Plumley
Village, 16 Laurel Street, Worcester, MA, Phone: 508-770-0508Opening Day: Saturday, February 2, 2013. Hours of Operation:
Tuesday 4:00 – 7:00 with last appointment at 6:30 p.m.; Thursday 4:00 – 6:00 with last appointment at
5:30 p.m.; and Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. with last appointment at 2:30 p.m. Types of returns: simple only.
3. Worcester Community Action Council, 484 Main Street, Room 203, Worcester, MA, Phone: 508-754-1186 x 234 Opening Day: Monday, January 28, 2013. Hours of Operation: Monday through Wednesday 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. with last appointment at 6:00 p.m.; Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. with last appointment at 12:00 noon. Types of returns: homeowners, (not rental properties), Schedule “C”, pensions, senior circuit breakers, amended returns, 1099’s, 1040’s, and student.
4. Worcester State University 486 Chandler Street, Sullivan Academic Building, Rm 206, Worcester, MA, Phone: 508-929-8424; Email:vita@worcester.edu Opening Day: Monday, February 4, 2013. Hours of Operation: Monday and Wednesday 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., and Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Types of returns: Most common individual tax issues, itemized deductions, simple self-employment. NO rental properties.
JUNETEENTH FESTIVAL
Hello. I am so happy to be emailing you to let you know that the community has rallied to keep the African American Junteenth Festival alive. Mark your calendar for June 22, 2013. PLEASE NOTE: the time frame is shorter this year from 1 PM – 5 PM.
On behalf of our planning committee, I would like to specially thank our Black clergy in supporting us and providing excellent recommendations in our restructuring. As you may know, the Willis Center was the creator of the festival almost 16 years ago and the Willis Center has provided the administrative oversight and leadership for the past fifteen years, while organizing a community planning committee to determine the activities of the day and manage much of the implementation on the day of. Clearly, the Willis Center’s vision brought by Carlton Watson for this to be a community owned event has been realized. Although the Willis Center is leaving our community, it’s legacy lives on in its many community building works including this festival.
The planning committee has restructured itself into a governing body with clearly defined roles that are necessary to fully manage the event. The committee roles can be viewed on our newly developed website www.juneteenthfestival.org which provides all of the information and forms people will need to be sponsors, vendors, place advertisements, and learn more about us and our event. I am also happy to announce that the Multicultural Wellness Center has agreed to be a major sponsor of this year’s event and to be our fiscal agent. There has been a close relationship between our groups over the years and this is sure to be a wonderful partnership. We are very grateful for their support. Below you will see the vendor options and I’ve attached the forms needed for your convenience. These forms can also be downloaded from our website. You may also be interested in the advertisement options listed below. Advertising and Vendor Options are on the attached flyer.
I hope we will see you again this year. Please don’t hesitate to contact us for anything.
Keesha LaTulippe, Chair
African American Cultural Committee
c/o Multicultural Wellness Center
250 Commercial Street
Suite 200
Worcester, MA 01608
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Greater Worcester Community Foundation Logo
Greater Worcester Community Foundation Is Now Accepting Applications for the followingGrant Cycles:
Fallon/OrNda Community Health Fund - due March 1
Spring Discretionary - due March 15
Community Ministries Fund - due March 15
Auburn Foundation - due April 1
UniBank September 11th Emergency Education Fund - due April 1
The application is online. All organizations must register one time before applying. Once you register, others in your organization will share the user name and password.
Benefits of Giving
Created by and for the people of Greater Worcester, we improve our region now and for future generations as a grantmaker,endowment builder, civic leaderand philanthropic partner
About The Greater Worcester Community Foundation
The Foundation is a professional and compassionate steward of an ever-expanding community fund, which grows through the generosity of local people who seek to improve their communities in lasting ways.
The Foundation gives operating grants to nonprofit organizations, provides college scholarships to area high school students, and brings people together to build stronger communities. Our Nonprofit Support Center helps managers and board members use resources more effectively.
For more information, please visit our website atGreaterworcester.org
Get Ready for Children's Mental Health
Awareness Week 2013!
May 5th to 11th marks this
year's Children's Mental Health Awareness Week. This year's theme is, "Out
of the Shadows: Exposing Stigma."
Get
ready to battle stigma and raise awareness about children's mental health.
Simple ways to get ready include wearing a green ribbon and asking your
mayor or town council to issue a proclamation about the week
STANDUP FOR KIDS WORCESTER is raising money to support a Outreach Drop-In Center, so we can provide more services to homeless and at risk youth in a consistent location where they can find us easier.
We have partnered with H&R block and are raising funds through their referral program.
Please share with your friends, family, co-workers and on your social media sites to help us raise money and awareness!!!
Hey everyone, its tax season again. Why not help STANDUP FOR KIDS and get great tax preparation. You can with H&R block. With every new customer, they will donate 20 dollars. When you go make sure to have the ID number for SUFK (40010001079108) and this referral paper that is below.
Thank
you!!!!
Faith Boutique
of
Christ Baptist Church
Free clothes (limit of 5 garments per person) are available for anyone experiencing financial need. There are clothes for all ages, including diapers (limit 7 diapers per family).
The Faith Boutique is open on the first Tuesday of each month from 10 AM until noon in the church basement. No referral is necessary. Simply show up, fill out the registration form, and pick out your clothes.
If you have any questions please call508.799.9101.
24 Granby Rd.
Worcester, MA 01604
Email: jajzetilley@verizon.net
First Tuesday of the month, 10am to noon.
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Pathways for Change Logo
Our vision is our name!
1-800-870-5905 24/7/365 Crisis Line
588 Main Street , Worcester , MA 01608
508-852-7600 x117 Main Voice# m-f 9am-5pm
508-340-4879 Video Phone m-f 9am-5pm
1-888-887-7130 TTY m-f 9am-5pm
508-852-7870 Fax
SAVE THE DATE!
TUESDAY APRIL 30, 2013 ● 3:30 – 6:30 PM
WORCESTER FAMILY PARTNERSHIP’s Annual
HEALTH AND SAFETY FAIR AT YWCA - 1 SALEM SQUARE
WE HOPE YOU WILL JOIN US!
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN PARTICIPATING, OR
FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT
DONNA FOLEY AT 508-799-3154 or
Worcester Family Partnership
Families and Communities Growing Together
130 Leeds Street – Worcester, MA 01606
Tel: 508-799-3136 - Fax: 508-799-3129
Family Partnership develops supports for all those who care for our children
See additional attached flyers for more programs
and announcements!
After-School Resource Guide:
Out-of-school time programs and services in our local area
Most of the information contained describes no-cost and low-cost opportunities for healthy and enriching activities for kids and families.
We hope you will find this
guide useful in working with your families.
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We are very excited to host another women’s breakfast this year. May 11, 2013, Saturday, 9 a.m. As always, we strive to bring you quality events that are inspiring, motivating, that will encourage you in your life’s journey. This year is no different. We have prepared a wonderful program for you that will do just that and more. We are delighted to introduce an awesome national and international speaker as well as gifted and talented performers. Tickets are now available. Make an effort to bring someone with you. You will not be disappointed.
NOTE: THIS EVENT IS NOT A FUNDRAISER!!
See Flyer for additional details. Let me know if you need more information.
Peace and blessings, Rev. Gizel Hampton
Worcester Network Technology Academy, Inc. (WNTAI)
22 Front Street Suite
202 PO. Box 221
Worcester MA
01614
Phone 774-823-3939;
Fax: 774-823-3940
In affiliation with
Network Technology Academy Institute, Inc.
20-40 Holland
Street,
Somerville, MA
02144
Phone 617-628-0277;
Fax: 617-628-0598
CALLING QUALIFYING VETERANS!
Congress has created the Vow to Hire Heroes
Act 2011, which offers up to 12 months of retraining assistance for
veterans. The name of the program is Veterans Retraining Assistance
Program (VRAP). WNTAI is offering an Information Technology
Certificate Training Program in Advanced Network Administration to
veterans. Upon successful completion of WNTAI’s rigorous twelve month
curriculum, students will have been trained for and awarded several prestigious
IT Certifications including A+, MCITP and CCNA , in addition to numerous others
of a higher level, that will equip them for entry into the IT industry at
salaries commanding $50K and up.
To
qualify for VRAP, or the Veterans Retraining Assistance Program,
created by Congress as the Vow to Hire Heroes Act 2011, which
offers up to 12 monthzs of retraining assistance, veterans must meet all of the
following:
Ø Unemployed
Ø At least 35 but no more than 60 years old
Ø Have anything other than a dishonorable discharge
Ø Not eligible for any other VA education benefit programs (e.g.,
the Post-9/11 GI Bill, Montgomery GI Bill, Vocational Rehabilitation and
Employment)
Ø Not in receipt of VA compensation due to Individual
Unemployability (IU)
Ø Not enrolled in a federal or state job training program
Ø Contact WNTAI today and ask for Tina (774) 823-3939 or email us at OADM@WNTAI.net to get
started in this exciting career opportunity.
President
James Bonds, Sr
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To the Community Contacts of Literacy Volunteers,
Please find our new ESL class schedule attached.
Interested students can come to our office to register during our hours:
Tuesdays 9:00-2:30
Wednesdays 9:00-2:30
Thursdays 9:00-5:00
Fridays 9:00-5:00
Thanks!
LVGW Staff
Literacy Volunteers
of Greater Worcester
Worcester Public Library
3 Salem Square - Room 332
Worcester, MA 01608
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Breastfeeding Support Group
at Worcester WIC Office
Open to the Public
· Get breastfeeding support
· Meet other moms
· Get information and support from breastfeeding counselors
January 26th 2013 July 27th 2013
February 23rd 2013 August 24th 2013
March 23rd 2013 September 28th 2013
April 27th 2013 October26th 2013
May 11th 2013 November 23rd 2013
June 22nd 2013 December 28th 2013
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Worcester WIC Office
199 Chandler St.
Babies and children are always welcome.
For more information call:
The Worcester WIC office: 508-762-5700
WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselors:
Office: 508-762-5703 Amy: 508-410-1282 Jedda: 508-873-8165 Soe: 774-329-6177
Calling Worcester bike enthusiasts!
The City of
Worcester is working on a revision of its Open Space and Recreation Plan, due
to the state in May. A public
input session for folks interested in biking is scheduled for Monday March 4
6pm at Beaver Brook Park Community Center, 9 Mann Street. There have already been multiple
public input sessions, including in each city council district, with Greater
Worcester Land Trust, and with parks permit holders such as athletic leagues,
as well as sessions with city departments and boards and commissions.
You can read the City's 2006 Plan here and check out a summary of requirements and planner's workbook. Equity of access is an important focus of the MA state
guidelines.
Communities across the US are using open space plans to jointly address public
health and traditional conservation goals. Cities are defining open space to
include streets and emphasize connectivity and equitable access (see NYC andSan
Francisco). Our
public officials need to hear what we value and how we want the city to
prioritize its efforts. Forward this message through your networks. Join us at
this public meeting. Write to councilors or the Parks Department (parks@worcesterma.gov) and
tell them your thoughts.
Karin Valentine Goins and Jerry Powers, Co-chairs
WalkBike Worcester
Karin 508-752-9742
Jerry 508-868-8268
Information about the use of Worcester Union Station by the Disability Community for Fundraising Events.
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Nominate Someone Today for a
People of Courage Award
We are currently seeking nominations for the People of Courage Awards to be presented at the Spring Gala on May 3, 2013.
Do you know an individual that has demonstrated commitment to serving as a role model for LGBTQ youth or aduls, advocating for equal rights for all and has demonstrated distinguished contribution to LGBTQ community in Central Massachusetts?
Award Categories
Youth/Young Adult
Corporate Award
Volunteer Award
Public Service Award
Click here to nominate someone online. It only takes 5 minutes.
Click here to download the nomination form
For more information on how to nominate someone for a People of Courage Award contact Christina Foley at christinaf@thebridgecm.org or 508.755.0333
Safe Homes: a program of The Bridge
4 Mann Street ~ Worcester, MA 01602
.
"From Stonewall to Today, An LGBTQ Historical Perspective"
Friday, May 3, 2013
6:00 - 9:00pm
Worcester Historical Museum
30 Elm Street
Worcester, MA
Entertainment
Emcee: Heidi West from 96.1 WSRS
Complimentary Beer & Wine
Signature Cocktail
Hors d'oeuvres
Black Tie Optional
FREE valet parking will be provided
Admission: $75 per person. Due to limited seating no tickets will be sold at the door.
RSVP with payment no later than April 26, 2013
Proceeds benefit Safe Homes program of The Bridge.
Click here to purchase tickets online.
Click here to learn more about being a sponsor or advertising in the program book.
For more information contact Wanja Kiraguri at
or 508.755.0333
The New England Area Conference of the NAACP is hosting their 6th annual New England Civil Rights Hall of Fame Dinner, May 11, 2013. Come and join us as we enjoy an evening of wonderful entertainment and words from the keynote speaker, Joy Reid. Joy Reid is the managing editor of TheGrio.com and the on-air contributor on MSNBC and is also a political columnist for the Miami Herald and editor of the political blog, The Reid Report.
Information concerning the Hall of Fame Dinner is as follows:
Saturday, May 11, 2013
Reception at 6:00pm
Dinner at 7:00pm
Westin Waltham/Boston Hotel
70 3rd Avenue, Waltham, MA 02451
(Exit 27A off of Rt. 128 or Rt. I95)
Ticket Price: $100.00/pp. A discount rate of $75.00/pp is available through the Worcester Unit. We are purchasing tables with the South Middlesex Unit and are looking forward to having you join us at our tables. A discount rate of $105.00 for an overnight stay at the Westin Hotel is available for this event. Please contact the hotel directly when making your reservations at (781) 290-5600. The deadline for the discount rate is April 25, 2013. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to call or email me.
Thank You For Your Support!
Patricia Yancey, President
Worcester Unit, NAACP
4 East Central St., #484
Worcester, MA 01613
Central Massachusetts Housing Alliance
We walk each year to raise funds and awareness around the issue of homelessness. Massachusetts is the 7th most expensive state in the nation to live in and families earning low or minimum wage are struggling to maintain housing. Some end up homeless and can access shelter; some can be helped by CMHA's prevention funds to avoid homelessness. All of those families can move from homelessness to self sufficiency with the appropriate time and case management support.
Join us at the WALK for the Homeless in spreading the word throughout the community that we can make a difference in the lives of individuals and that we are a community that cares. Head over to walk.stayclassy.org now to create your fundraising page!
On behalf of the
Evangelical Church of Worcester and Pastor William Almeyda Jr., I would like to
invite you to participate in the
Third Annual Family Health and Safety Fair
Our church seeks to support the families living in the Piedmont
Street and Main South neighborhood. We achieve our goal of promoting a
healthier life style and a higher quality of li e by educating and providing a
wide array of information to our growing number of visitors.
The Family Health and Safety Fair will take place on Saturday
June 22, 2013 from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm at 9 Piedmont Street in Worcester.
I
am writing to seek your participation for this event, which I
am certain will benefit your organization and our community. Our organizations are united by the powerful bond of providing for the general welfare and for the healthcare needs of low-income people,
of the uninsured and underinsured, and of the forgotten population in our community.
We
cordially invite your organization to join this movement of
reaching out to our families and increasing awareness to existing services in our community. In addition to the services provided through participants as yourself, the event will provide music and
dance activities, food and drinks, children entertainment activities, prizes and much more. We anticipate
having an attendance of over 300 people. This will be a tremendous opportunity to gain exposure and to network for your organization. I will contact you within the next few weeks to confirm your participation.
Thank you in advance for your support.
Sincerely, James Cuadrado
Health Fair Coordinator #774-239-4541
Regional Events
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ACTION NEEDED!
CHARITABLE GIVING SND THE FISCAL CLIFF
Religious leaders must be aware of the fact that charitable giving is one
thing that
President Obama is willing to let go in order to help solve the economic crisis in this
country. It will be a good thing to call House Speaker John Boehner to let him know
that we are against the government's quest to take away charitable giving. You can also call the comment line
of the President to let him know that we are against this move. As a matter of fact those who have congregations can ask them to participate in this effort.
The calling should begin now.
The numbers to call are:
House of Representative John Boehner 202-225-0600
Official White House Comment Line 202-456-1414
This can have a great impact on the church especially for those who file charitable giving at the end of the
tax year. Our congregations are to tithe regardless of this extra perk. But the mindset can be challenged by something such as this and thus cause giving to be diminished.
Please, Act Now!
Boston: Easter Seals "APPs Share" at the Assistive Technology Regional Center (ATRC) in Boston. The second Thursday of each
month November 2012 - May 2013, 11 a.m. – 12 Noon, and 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. These are drop-in times for people to come into the Easter Seals with their Apple and Android devices to share and learn about apps in an
informal and relaxed setting.
Dec. 13, 2012 - Academics, Grades 6-12
Contact atrc@eastersealsma.org or 617-226-2634,
or visit the Easter Seals AT Events Page.
We are collecting information about one-on-one mentoring programs for youth and adults located in the City of Worcester. Please let us know if you offer or are aware of any programs we can add to the attached listing. Thank You!
Anne H. Bureau, Director
Worcester Community Connection Programs
Affiliated with YOU Inc.
484 Main Street, Suite 460
Worcester, MA 01608
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The WCCC Pocket Guides to Community Services IN SPANISH Are Here!!
The Worcester Community Connection Parent Guide to Community Services in English and Spanish are 4 ½ x 5 ½ inch guides
that parents and service providers can carry around with them
that put lots of community resource information at their fingertips
Please place your orders now – quantities are limited!
The Cost of the new Spanish guides is $2.00 each for Agency Providers
($1.00 each for quantities of 20 or more)
and our English guides from last April are still $1.00 each.
Both guides are FREE for Worcester parents (one copy per person).
(Please make checks payable to YOU Inc.)
Please use the attached order form to purchase multiple copies.
Parents can stop in to pick up a free copy of the guide at:
The WCCC Resource & Referral Center
Affiliated with YOU Inc.
484 Main Street (the Denholm Building), Suite 460(4th floor)
Worcester, MA 01608
Mondays – Fridays, 8:30 – 4:30pm
Orders must be picked up in person – we are unable to mail copies.
Please call 508-796-1411
or email the order form to our intake worker Amanda Sarsfield at asarsfield@worcesterccc.org
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A RAISIN IN THE SUN
March 8 - April 7
All Tickets $25!
To purchase tickets, Click Here and enter promo
code "WORD" at the start of your order.
Click Here to view our Facebook Page!
THE WORD BOSTON
pat@thewordboston.com
(617) 775-4273
Upcoming Wings for Autism Events: Boston Logan Airport – April 6th! Sign up now atwww.charlesrivercenter.org
Designed for families who have children with an autism spectrum disorder to practice a trip to the airport
Jennifer Robtoy
Director of Autism Services
The Charles River Center
4 Strathmore Rd, Natick, Ma
There are quite a few wonderful events going on this winter.
Community event fliers have been attached and the most recent SpedChildMass Newsletter just came out today and is referenced at the bottom of this e-mail including information about camp fairs and events during February school vacation week.
Remember to visit your local autism support center’s website to learn about the wonderful educational programming and recreational opportunities that are available in the coming months.
Local Autism Support Centers:
Autism Alliance of Metrowest: www.autismalliance.org
Autism Resource Center of Central Massachusetts: http://www.autismresourcecentral.org/
Community Resources for People With Autism:www.communityresourcesforautism.org
Kick off Autism Awareness Month
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Black All Year Event
April 7th
Roxbury, MA
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