From reisenman at connectnetwork.org Tue Dec 1 12:02:38 2009 From: reisenman at connectnetwork.org (Rebecca Eisenman) Date: Tue, 1 Dec 2009 12:02:38 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] How to Successfully Send a Message Message-ID: <002b01ca72a8$16857e40$43907ac0$@org> Dear ConnectSouthside members, Please find below helpful information regarding how to send a message to the email group. To Send a Message to An Email Group: 1. Join the email group at http://tinyurl.com/connectsouthside 2. Address your email to connectsouthside at connectntowkr.org 3. Include a descriptive phrase in the subject line. Example: "New Local Environment Guide" or "Free computers" 4. Provide contact information, including your first and last name, affiliation, and phone number or email 5. The following steps are required if your message includes a: * job posting, first add it to the Job Finder * date or deadline, first add it to the Calendar * registration or admission fee, state the organization that will benefit from the proceeds Please note: Southside Community Partners cannot edit messages. Messages that do not meet guidelines will be returned to the sender with editing suggestions. We encourage you to bookmark this web page which provides these guidelines and other helpful information: http://www.connectSouthside.org/email Questions? Contact southsideinfo at connectnetwork.org or (804) 458-6329 ext 2013. From reisenman at connectnetwork.org Tue Dec 1 15:25:15 2009 From: reisenman at connectnetwork.org (Rebecca Eisenman) Date: Tue, 1 Dec 2009 15:25:15 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] How to Market Your Business Using Effective Branding Message-ID: <000501ca72c4$64a14ed0$2de3ec70$@org> Your Business Partner: The Hopewell-Prince George Chamber of Commerce presents the 1st in a series of resource programs, How to Market Your Business Using Effective Branding, designed for owners, managers, sales, marketing, customer services, training, HR, and visionaries. Presenter will be Dave Martin, President and CEO of Martin Branding Worldwide. Sponsored by the business attorneys at Sands Anderson Marks & Miller Networking and Refreshments courtesy of Prince George Farm Bureau Thursday, December 3, 2009 at 4pm Prince George Comfort Inn 5380 Oaklawn Blvd Prince George VA 23875 Chamber Members $10/person; Non-Members $15/person Call to reserve your seat! (804) 458-5536 or email admin at hpgchamber.org From rodriguezccia at yahoo.com Tue Dec 1 15:50:12 2009 From: rodriguezccia at yahoo.com (Cecily Rodriguez) Date: Tue, 1 Dec 2009 12:50:12 -0800 (PST) Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] CJ Latino Behavioral Health Symposium- Friday is the registration deadline!! Message-ID: <773321.59238.qm@web56408.mail.re3.yahoo.com> ? LAST WEEK TO REGISTER!!!!! ? ? Colaborando Juntos, the non-profit association of metro-Richmond community organizations dedicated to local Latino families in partnership with the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services and the Richmond Behavioral Health Authority, will host a Latino Behavioral Health Care Symposium designed to identify and address the many different behavioral health and disability care challenges facing Central Virginia?s diverse???? Latino communities.? ? Tentative Agenda ? 8:15 ? 8:45 Registration and refreshments ? 8:45 ? 9:45 Nancy Castell?n? Assistant Director- Friends for?Recovery ?Consumer Perspectives:? My Journey towards Recovery?? ? 9:45? 10:15 Networking Activity ? 10:15 ? 11:15 Dr. Rosalie Corona, PhD ? ?Treatment Considerations for Latino Consumers? ? 11:15 ? 11:45 Break ? 11:45 ? 12:45 Language Access Panel- Interpreting in Mental Health and Disability Settings Vilma?Seymour, Language Services Coordinator, VCU Health Systems, Rosemary Rodriguez, Refugee & Immigration Services/Richmond Dr. Diana Schofield, VCU Virginia Treatment Center for Children ? 12:45 Lunch ? ??????????????????????????????????????????????????? Friday, December 11, 2009 8:15 am to 2 pm $25 for adults/$10 for students with valid ID Lunch catered by La Milpa To register, visit www.colaborandojuntosva.com ? Cecily Rodriguez Director, Office of Cultural & Linguistic Competence DBDHS 1220 Bank Street Room 308 Richmond, VA 23219 804-786-5872 ? From reisenman at connectnetwork.org Wed Dec 2 09:05:32 2009 From: reisenman at connectnetwork.org (Rebecca Eisenman) Date: Wed, 2 Dec 2009 09:05:32 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Community Input is Needed! Message-ID: <000001ca7358$838813d0$8a983b70$@org> Help Southside Community Partners develop its next session of Learning Leadership workshops by providing your thoughts on what you would like to see offered. We strive to offer high-impact approaches for increasing organizational effectiveness and want your input in the development process. Whether it be a specific topic or general areas such as fundraising, board governance, and marketing; we want to hear from you! Please email southsideinfo at connectnetwork.org or call (804) 458-6329 ext 2013. Rebecca Eisenman Coordinator Southside Community Partners Powered by ConnectSouthside.org A Nonprofit Resource Center program of The Appomattox Regional Library System 209 East Cawson Street Hopewell, VA 23860 (804) 458-6329 x2013 (phone) (804) 452-0909 (fax) www.ConnectSouthside.org "Building community capacity, collaboration and communication" Find us on: Facebook LinkedIn Twitter Raise money for ConnectSouthside just by searching the Internet or shopping online with GoodSearch - www.goodsearch.com From DHanson at virginiasupportivehousing.org Wed Dec 2 15:13:22 2009 From: DHanson at virginiasupportivehousing.org (Deborah Hanson) Date: Wed, 2 Dec 2009 15:13:22 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Funding Your Future with VIDA Matched Savings Program Message-ID: Virginia Supportive Housing's Financial Foundations Program presents "Funding Your Future" An Overview of Virginia Individual Development Account (VIDA) matched savings program. Eligible applicants can receive up to $4000 (with a personal savings of up to $2000) to start a business, go back to school, or purchase a home. Applications taken on site. Date: Wednesday, 12/9/09 from 6-8pm Location: Ettrick Matoaca Library, 4501 River Rd, Petersburg, VA For additional info and eligibility requirements, contact Rishonda Anthony at ranthony at virginiasupportivehousing.org & 804-722-0559 or Deborah Hanson at dhanson at virginiasupportivehousing.org & 804-722-0490. From reisenman at connectnetwork.org Thu Dec 3 10:05:27 2009 From: reisenman at connectnetwork.org (Rebecca Eisenman) Date: Thu, 3 Dec 2009 10:05:27 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] ConnectSouthside.org: It's Yours to Improve Message-ID: <003901ca742a$0c7ae6f0$2570b4d0$@org> Whether you are a nonprofit, governmental agency, business, volunteer, or an individual with an interest in the community, we need your help to shape the next phase of ConnectSouthside.org. Please take this brief 10 minute survey by December 18 to help us continue to build on community assets and adapt to local needs. All responses will be anonymous. Participants may choose to enter a drawing for a $50 Target give card at the end of the survey. Survey link: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/58MG6Q5. Thank you for your continued support. Rebecca Eisenman Coordinator Southside Community Partners Powered by ConnectSouthside.org A Nonprofit Resource Center program of The Appomattox Regional Library System 209 East Cawson Street Hopewell, VA 23860 (804) 458-6329 x2013 (phone) (804) 452-0909 (fax) www.ConnectSouthside.org "Building community capacity, collaboration and communication" Find us on: Facebook LinkedIn Twitter Raise money for ConnectSouthside just by searching the Internet or shopping online with GoodSearch - www.goodsearch.com From southsideinfo at connectnetwork.org Thu Dec 3 14:41:33 2009 From: southsideinfo at connectnetwork.org (southsideinfo at connectnetwork.org) Date: Thu, 03 Dec 2009 14:41:33 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] We have toys, books and games for children in need Message-ID: <20091203144133.ysutylf7kw04kc8c@mail.connectnetwork.org> The holidays are just days away and UMFS received a gift of thousands of new toys, games and books from a very generous donor. We are currently distributing them to children and families that UMFS serves but will have some left to give throughout the community. Especially during these difficult economic times, we believe you may know a child or adult who can benefit from this generous gift. If you or someone else is interested in receiving assistance, we must be called at least 2 hours ahead to ensure a staff member can help you. Please call: Bethanie, Development Manager, 804-814-4911 or Richard, Maintenance Director, 804-314-3149. These items are not to be bought or resold or in any way. Thank you and happy holidays! With Gratitude, Bethanie Constant Development Manager UMFS 3900 West Broad Street Richmond, VA 23230 Tel: (804) 353-4461, Ext: 1735 Direct Number: (804) 254-9674 Cell: (804) 814-4911 Fax: (804) 239-1074 Web: www.umfs.org From Thomas.Driscoll at VBPD.virginia.gov Thu Dec 3 12:51:55 2009 From: Thomas.Driscoll at VBPD.virginia.gov (Driscoll, Thomas S.) Date: Thu, 3 Dec 2009 12:51:55 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Person-First Language and Cultural Competency resources Message-ID: <450BED901B146D489B4B106796566DF40C69E77B@dsa-kog-mail1.DSA.state.va.us> At yesterday's quarterly meeting of the Virginia Board for People with Disabilities, its members asked if staff could provide "fresh" links to information on "People/Person First" Language and the concept of "Cultural Competency". After some reflection, I realized that members of the Connect Networks might also appreciate a concise listing of these resources to share it with their own networks or link to from their websites. --- Newly revised resource Disability Awareness: A Primer On People First Language, http://www.vcu.edu/partnership/C-SAL/downloadables/PDF/APrimeronPeopleFi rstLanguage.pdf, produced by Mountain Plains Regional Resource Center at Utah State University. --- The original version of the above and related materials developed by Kathie Snow (http://www.disabilityisnatural.com/explore/language-communication), including alternative language versions. --- DBTAC Writing Guide Supplement to AP Stylebook: http://www.adata.org/media/writing.html. --- West Virginia DD Council: "A Reporter's Guide: Reporting About People with Disabilities": http://www.wvddc.org/publications.html. --- "Making News: How to Get News Coverage for Disability Rights Issues", a publication for newsmakers. It is available in libraries and can be ordered online from multiple sources, including the publisher at http://www.advocadopress.org/maki.html. --- Disability History and Awareness Resources: http://www.vaboard.org/october.htm --- DBHDS' Cultural and Linguistic Competence webpage: http://www.dbhds.virginia.gov/OHRDM-CLC.htm --- VHD "CLAS Act Virginia" website: http://www.vdh.virginia.gov/ohpp/clasact/default.aspx Tom Driscoll Strategic Planning & Marketing Manager Virginia Board for People with Disabilities Washington Building, Capitol Square 1100 Bank Street, 7th Floor Richmond, Virginia 23219 804-786-9380 (voice & TTY) 804-840-6482 (mobile) 800-846-4464 (toll-free, voice & TTY) 804-786-1118 (fax) thomas.driscoll at vbpd.virginia.gov www.vaboard.org From southsideinfo at connectnetwork.org Thu Dec 3 15:53:39 2009 From: southsideinfo at connectnetwork.org (southsideinfo at connectnetwork.org) Date: Thu, 03 Dec 2009 15:53:39 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Withdrawn: toys, books and games for children in need Message-ID: <20091203155339.ndefyb5skcg4w880@mail.connectnetwork.org> Due to an influx of responses, UMFS no longer has the gifts previously listed available for local charities. We apologize for any inconveniences and wish you all the best during this holiday season. From administrativesupport at rosmy.org Fri Dec 4 14:00:16 2009 From: administrativesupport at rosmy.org (Sarah H. Koski) Date: Fri, 4 Dec 2009 14:00:16 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] benefit Message-ID: Join us! Mosaic's Community Give Back benefiting ROSMY Wednesday December 16th 5pm-9pm & 13% of pre-tax dinner plus all guest bartender tips will be donated to ROSMY! www.mosaicedibles.com 6229 River Road Richmond, VA 23229 (804) 288-7482 -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: image/jpeg Size: 11434 bytes Desc: not available URL: From randy.forbes at mail.house.gov Fri Dec 4 16:49:31 2009 From: randy.forbes at mail.house.gov (Randy Forbes) Date: 4 Dec 2009 16:49:31 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] I want your opinion. Message-ID: Congressman Randy Forbes [IMAGE] As the year comes to an end, I'd like to hear from you on your top priority bills going into 2010. Each of these bills is currently waiting for action in Congress. Please take this survey and me tell which three bills you would like to see passed. http://forbes.house.gov/Forms/Form/?ID=542&Preview=true From THEACTIVEHANDMinistry at tahm.org Sat Dec 5 14:18:47 2009 From: THEACTIVEHANDMinistry at tahm.org (Junius Gash) Date: Sat, 5 Dec 2009 11:18:47 -0800 (PST) Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Enjoy Our First and Only African Dinner Theater Message-ID: <299939.58842.qm@web801.biz.mail.mud.yahoo.com> THE ACTIVE HAND Ministry, a 501 c 3 grassroots, community organizing organization, compels you to be the first patrons to attend Richmond's first and only African Dinner Theater, for an evening of African food along with an efficacious play wrote and produced by the Togolese, African Playwright, Adigo Cyrille. Mr. Cyrille is known for his socially conscious plays exploring the depths of human emotions in the midst of challenging social conflicts. So come out and examine your emotional attitudes towards an American future, yet to be fulfilled. Contact Rev. J. E. Gash, Executive Minister for ticket information: theactivehandministry at tahm.org or 804-222-6264 or Mr. Cyrille 804-267-9754. ***Tickets may be purchased at the door.! 1515 East Ridge Rd. Henrico, Va From reisenman at connectnetwork.org Tue Dec 8 10:11:17 2009 From: reisenman at connectnetwork.org (Rebecca Eisenman) Date: Tue, 8 Dec 2009 10:11:17 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Community Analysis & Power Mapping - Room still available! Message-ID: <003d01ca7818$b0e1d9a0$12a58ce0$@org> This workshop will provide a basic understanding of power and the ways in which unequal power relationships are related to many of the problems faced by our community. Participants will learn how to employ power analysis tools to develop plans for building a community's power base as well as effective strategies for implementing a successful issue campaign. Using the community analysis, participants will work through a power mapping exercise to gain a better understanding of building a strong community network within communities. This workshop will incorporate hands-on exercises involving the creation of initial power analysis that participants take with them to better understand the necessary work surrounding their own specific community issue. Additional time will be devoted to the identification of areas where further research could be implemented for a more in-depth understanding that includes key players, issues, constituencies, and opposing agendas. Tuesday, December 15, 2009 from 9am - 12pm in the Hopewell Library. Online registration and payment available at www.ConnectSouthside.org/NPTrainings or by calling (804) 458-6329 ext 2013. Rebecca Eisenman Coordinator Southside Community Partners Powered by ConnectSouthside.org A Nonprofit Resource Center program of The Appomattox Regional Library System 209 East Cawson Street Hopewell, VA 23860 (804) 458-6329 x2013 (phone) (804) 452-0909 (fax) www.ConnectSouthside.org "Building community capacity, collaboration and communication" Find us on: Facebook LinkedIn Twitter Raise money for ConnectSouthside just by searching the Internet or shopping online with GoodSearch - www.goodsearch.com From celmore at johnrandolphfoundation.org Tue Dec 8 13:15:10 2009 From: celmore at johnrandolphfoundation.org (Cindy Elmore) Date: Tue, 8 Dec 2009 13:15:10 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] John Randolph Foundation to Host Grant Information Sessions Message-ID: John Randolph Foundation will host grant information sessions for nonprofit organizations to learn about its revised funding priorities and application process. All eligible nonprofit organizations that plan to make application for the spring 2010 grant cycle must attend a grant information session, which will be held on the following dates: December 17 and 31 and January 14, 2010, from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m. at the foundation offices, 112 N. Main Street, Hopewell. The deadline for 2010 spring grant cycle is February 1, 2010. For more information, www.johnrandolphfoundation.org or contact the foundation at 458-2239. From RishaS at camfound.org Tue Dec 8 13:25:15 2009 From: RishaS at camfound.org (Risha Stebbins) Date: Tue, 8 Dec 2009 13:25:15 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Cameron Foundation's 12/10 info session -- location and time change Message-ID: Dear ConnectSouthside members: If you were planning to attend this Thursday's information session at The Cameron Foundation but had not yet signed up, please note that we have moved this meeting to the Appomattox Regional Library in Hopewell, and the time has been changed to 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon to accommodate the library's hours of operation. We're sorry for any inconvenience this may create, and please feel free to contact the Foundation's office at 732-8900 if you have questions about the new time and place. Sincerely, Ms. Risha L. Stebbins Program Officer The Cameron Foundation 24 West Old Street Petersburg, VA 23803 phone 804.732.8900 fax 804.732.8701 NEW email RStebbins at camfound.org The Cameron Foundation has a new web address! Our new domain name is www.camfound.org . Please update your browser bookmarks with this new address and continue visiting our website for the same great information, updates, news and more. P Please consider the environment before printing this email. From THEACTIVEHANDMinistry at tahm.org Mon Dec 7 21:09:38 2009 From: THEACTIVEHANDMinistry at tahm.org (Junius Gash) Date: Mon, 7 Dec 2009 18:09:38 -0800 (PST) Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] MEET YOUR SOCIAL ACTIVIST DEFENDERS Message-ID: <676624.11541.qm@web801.biz.mail.mud.yahoo.com> ? THE ACTIVE HAND Ministry, a 501 c-3 grassroots, community organizing organization, extends a warm but urgent invitation to all socially conscious organizations to come out to the Defenders' Fighting Fund & Community Awards Dinner this December 12. Come meet some of the ?Movers and Shakers? of the present day social activist movements across Virginia. This is a fund-raising affair, with dinner catered by Mother Holbert's Catering. For ticket information, call the Defenders for Freedom, Justice & Equality at 804-644-5834 or log onto www.DefendersFJE.org. Place:? Asbury United Methodist?Church, ?324 N. 29th Street, Richmond, VA? Time: 7 PM to 9 PM From THEACTIVEHANDMinistry at tahm.org Mon Dec 7 21:25:16 2009 From: THEACTIVEHANDMinistry at tahm.org (Junius Gash) Date: Mon, 7 Dec 2009 18:25:16 -0800 (PST) Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] ENJOY OUR FIRST AND ONLY AFRICAN DINNER THEATER Message-ID: <760857.96968.qm@web802.biz.mail.mud.yahoo.com> THE ACTIVE HAND Ministry, a 501 c 3 grassroots, community organizing, organization compels you to be the first patrons to attend Richmond's first and only African Dinner Theater, for an evening of African food along with an efficacious sketch wrote and produced by the Togolese, African Playwright, Adigo Cyrille. Mr. Cyrille is known for his socially conscious plays exploring the depths of human emotions in the midst of challenging social conflicts. So come out and examine your emotional attitudes for this new era of America's future, yet to be fulfilled. Contact Rev. J. E. Gash, Executive Minister for ticket information: theactivehandministry at tahm.org or 804-222-6264 or Mr. Cyrille 804-267-9754. ***Tickets may be purchased at the door.! Date: 12/12/2009 Time: 4 PM to 6 PM ?Place: 1515 East Ridge Rd. Henrico, VA From CWiegard at arls.org Tue Dec 8 16:30:28 2009 From: CWiegard at arls.org (Wiegard, Chris) Date: Tue, 8 Dec 2009 16:30:28 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Starting the New Year with a Quilting Class Message-ID: The Hopewell Library will host a series of six Quilting Classes taught every other Monday starting January 11, 2010 from 10am to 12pm. The free classes will be taught by veteran quilter Pat Woessner. The class is appropriate for beginners but limited to adult particpants. A list of required materials will be provided at sign up. Registrants may provide their own supplies or purchase materials at cost for $30. The first meeting is informational only (supplies not required until second meeting). To reserve a space, please visit or call the Hopewell Library Information Desk at 458-6329 extension 1005. From nichols.tammi at gmail.com Wed Dec 9 14:43:55 2009 From: nichols.tammi at gmail.com (Tammi Nichols) Date: Wed, 9 Dec 2009 14:43:55 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] (Public Pressure Mounts to Update VA's Former-Felon Rights Restoration Process) Message-ID: *Media Advisory For:* *Contact:* Julie Blust Saturday, December 12, 2009 267-242-1752 (C) 804-446-1886 Local Faith Community Encourages Governor Tim Kaine to Sign an Executive Order to Restore Voting Rights for Former Felons Public Pressure Mounts To Update Virginia?s Former-Felon Rights Restoration Process *PETERSBURG & HOPEWELL, VA*- On Saturday, December 12, 2009 the Virginia Organizing Project, in partnership with Emmanuel Apostolic Temple in Petersburg, and Fountain of Life in Hopewell will be holding simultaneous events in favor of restoration of rights for former felons. As Governor Kaine wraps up his final two months in office, groups are pushing the Governor to sign an executive order effectively restoring the voting rights for the 300,000 disenfranchised former felons in Virginia. Both events are asking participants to write and call Governor Kaine, asking him to sign an Executive Order to restore voting rights for former felons. Volunteers will also be on hand, providing application assistance for those who want to complete the Restoration of Rights application. Local faith-based and civil rights organizations have rallied around the issue of restoration of rights and are attempting to push as many applications as possible toward the Governor?s office before his term is over. The Saturday events are part of a larger campaign to encourage Governor Kaine to sign an Executive Order. The Virginia Organizing Project has generated hundreds of calls to the governor?s office and the White House over the last several weeks to draw attention to the need to automatically restore rights for Virginia?s former felons. Virginia has an estimated 300,000 former felons who cannot vote. Virginia and Kentucky are the only two states that have this restriction. Despite having completed their sentences and being released from probation or parole, thousands of Virginians are denied the right to vote, serve on a jury and pursue employment. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL TAMMI NICHOLS AT 804.536.5866 *WHO:* Virginia Organizing Project, Emmanuel Apostolic Temple in Petersburg and Fountain of Life in Hopewell *WHAT:* Restoration of Rights NOW! *WHEN:* Both Events, Saturday, December 12, 2009, 2:00pm ? 5:00 pm *WHERE: * * * *Petersburg Event:* Emmanuel Apostolic Temple 104 Slagle Avenue Petersburg, VA 23803 *Hopewell Event:* Fountain of Life 411 E. Broadway Hopewell, VA 23860 * * *The Virginia Organizing Project is a statewide, multi-issue grassroots organization committed to challenging injustice by empowering people in local communities to address issues that affect the quality of their lives.* ** *www.virginia-organizing.org* ** -- "We must look for ways to be an active force in our own lives. We must take charge of our own destiny, design a life of substance and truly begin to live our dreams." Les Brown From d.melson at betterhousingcoalition.org Wed Dec 9 15:27:18 2009 From: d.melson at betterhousingcoalition.org (Drew Melson) Date: Wed, 9 Dec 2009 15:27:18 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Better Housing Coalition calls for Leadership Award Nominations Message-ID: Better Housing Coalition honors those whose leadership inspires positive change in the Greater Richmond community. The second annual Leadership Awards Presentation will be held March 25, 2010 in BHC's new neighborhood of eco-friendly, affordable homes near historic Manchester. We invite you to submit nominations for these prestigious awards: Community Revitalizer Transforming Communities within Greater Richmond Nominees for this award should be leaders of development or planning initiatives that have significantly enhanced communities by providing funding and/or intentional design for innovative community revival. Creative Collaborator Encouraging Community-Enhancing Collaborations Nominees for this award should be leaders who initiate, shepherd, and nurture collaborative efforts of various agencies, organizations, and businesses to enhance the quality of life and delivery of services within communities. Changer of Lives Improving Lives within Greater Richmond Nominees for this award should be leaders who harness their own unique experiences, education, creativity, and resources to develop and foster innovative programs and initiatives that provide capacity building opportunities for community members. Henry David Thoreau Environmental Conservator Promoting Environmental Responsibility and Innovative Green Practices Nominees for this award should be leaders who invoke environmentally sound design when developing infrastructural change in a community and/or cultivate environmental consciousness through green programs and initiatives that engage and educate community members. The deadline for nominations is January 8, 2010. Visit www.betterhousingcoalition.org to download the nomination form. Better Housing Coalition is pleased to partner with the University of Richmond's Jepson School of Leadership Studies in selecting the 2010 Leadership Award recipients. Contact: Drew Melson Fundraising & Marketing Associate Better Housing Coalition 23 W. Broad Street, Suite 100 Richmond, VA 23220 Tel. (804) 644-0546 x23/ Fax (804) 644-1057 d.melson at betterhousingcoalition.org From reisenman at connectnetwork.org Thu Dec 10 08:27:27 2009 From: reisenman at connectnetwork.org (Rebecca Eisenman) Date: Thu, 10 Dec 2009 08:27:27 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Fatal Nonprofit Marketing Mistakes & How to Avoid Them Message-ID: <000001ca799c$84f41c10$8edc5430$@org> A professional development course for any staff, board member or volunteer who holds marketing responsibilities or a communication role within a nonprofit organization. The course will provide proven techniques for building brand awareness, changing organizational perceptions, launching a capital campaign, increasing donations and other actions that affect the way an organization's audiences interacts with it. Real-life examples will be used to demonstrate common marketing mistakes and ways they were remedied for greater results. Thursday, December 17, 2009 from 9am to 12pm in the Hopewell Library Online registration and payment available at www.ConnectSouthside.org/NPTrainings or by calling (804) 458-6329 ext. 2013 Rebecca Eisenman Coordinator Southside Community Partners Powered by ConnectSouthside.org A Nonprofit Resource Center program of The Appomattox Regional Library System 209 East Cawson Street Hopewell, VA 23860 (804) 458-6329 x2013 (phone) (804) 452-0909 (fax) www.ConnectSouthside.org "Building community capacity, collaboration and communication" Find us on: Facebook LinkedIn Twitter Raise money for ConnectSouthside just by searching the Internet or shopping online with GoodSearch - www.goodsearch.com From ellen at thejameshouse.org Thu Dec 10 16:46:56 2009 From: ellen at thejameshouse.org (Ellen Costlow) Date: Thu, 10 Dec 2009 16:46:56 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Free Group through The James House! Message-ID: <006701ca79e2$4baa4420$e2fecc60$@org> The James House will be holding a support group for adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse and incest beginning on January 6th and ending on February 24th. The purpose of the group is to help clients identify healthy coping skills, recognize personal strengths, distinguish between healthy and unhealthy relationships, recognize that the abuse was not their fault, and become well equipped to continue on their journey to healing. If you or someone you know is interested in participating in this eight week group for adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse and incest please contact Ellen at 458-2704 or by email at ellen at thejameshouse.org to set up an appointment. All services are free and confidential. Ellen Costlow, Sexual Abuse Intervention Advocate Proud Winners of The Cameron Foundation's 2008 Cleveland A. Wright Award for Outstanding Community Service cid:image001.jpg at 01C9A306.725898F0 support, advocacy and education for people affected by sexual violence, domestic violence and stalking 1016 Maplewood Avenue Hopewell, VA 23860 (804) 458-2704 www.thejameshouse.org Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and/or privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail and destroy all copies of the original message. -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: image/jpeg Size: 2365 bytes Desc: not available URL: From Thomas.Driscoll at VBPD.virginia.gov Thu Dec 10 17:49:34 2009 From: Thomas.Driscoll at VBPD.virginia.gov (Driscoll, Thomas S.) Date: Thu, 10 Dec 2009 17:49:34 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Funds now available for VA to serve all eligible Vocational Rehabilitation clients Message-ID: <450BED901B146D489B4B106796566DF40C7A81BB@dsa-kog-mail1.DSA.state.va.us> The Virginia Board for People with Disabilities has been by DRS asked to share this extremely good news with the Connect Networks! ---------------------------------------------------------------- STATE VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION PROGRAM NOW ABLE TO SERVE ALL ELIGIBLE CLIENTS "Stimulus" Funds Enable Opening of All "Order of Selection" Categories The Virginia Department of Rehabilitative Services (DRS) has announced that, effective December 15, 2009, it will open the final two categories under its Order of Selection policy. This means that all of the Order of Selection categories will be open, and DRS can now serve all new eligible clients and all clients on its waiting list. DRS is able to take this step due to funds from the Federal American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (Recovery Funds) and successful stewardship of its other vocational rehabilitation (VR) appropriations. Individuals with disabilities still on the VR waiting list will be notified that they may be served and asked to schedule an appointment with their VR counselor if they still need VR services to become or stay employed. In addition, all new applicants who meet our VR eligibility criteria will be served, regardless of the severity of their disability. Currently, DRS has over 18,000 open cases, and it will be necessary to continue closely monitoring its fiscal situation. How long DRS can keep all Order of Selection categories open is very dependent on the number of clients served and their service costs. When Recovery Funds are exhausted within this fiscal year, DRS will revert to its regular VR funds. Its ability, however, to now serve all eligible individuals needing its assistance to become employed and live more independently is an exciting development. For more information, contact your local DRS Community Office, http://www.drs.virginia.gov/officelist.asp, or the Central Office at: Department of Rehabilitative Services Street Location: 8004 Franklin Farms Drive Richmond, VA 23229 Voice: 804-662-7000 Fax: 804-662-9532 Toll Free Voice/TTY: 800-552-5019 E-mail: drs at drs.virginia.gov ---------------------------------------------------------------- Tom Driscoll Strategic Planning & Marketing Manager Virginia Board for People with Disabilities Washington Building, Capitol Square 1100 Bank Street, 7th Floor Richmond, Virginia 23219 804-786-9380 (voice & TTY) 804-840-6482 (mobile) 800-846-4464 (toll-free, voice & TTY) 804-786-1118 (fax) thomas.driscoll at vbpd.virginia.gov www.vaboard.org From reisenman at connectnetwork.org Mon Dec 14 09:39:42 2009 From: reisenman at connectnetwork.org (Rebecca Eisenman) Date: Mon, 14 Dec 2009 09:39:42 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Community Analysis & Power Mapping Workshop Rescheduled Message-ID: <001701ca7ccb$476ad730$d6408590$@org> The Community Analysis & Power Mapping workshop scheduled for Tuesday, December 15 has been rescheduled. A new time and date has yet to be determined. We apologize for any inconveniences this may cause. If you have questions or concerns please email southsideinfo at connectnetwork.org or call (804) 458-6329 ext 2013. Thanks, Southside Community Partners From mjquigley at comcast.net Tue Dec 15 09:19:47 2009 From: mjquigley at comcast.net (Lisa Quigley) Date: Tue, 15 Dec 2009 09:19:47 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Community Meeting-Re: Chester Middle School closing Message-ID: <85A456A45AB24438800D733A98E32586@DC4WX9F1> The Chesterfield County School Board will hold a community forum on a proposal to address the over-crowding at Thomas Dale HS. The proposal would close Chester Middle, moving its students to Carver and Elizabeth Davis. To ease the over-crowding at Dale, their 9th graders would attend Chester Middle. The meeting will be December 16 at 7pm at Thomas Dale HS. All Chesterfield residents are encouraged to attend. Date: Wednesday, December 16th Time: 7pm Location: Thomas Dale H.S., 3626 W, Hundred Road Chester, Virginia 23831 Click on links below to view related articles: http://www2.timesdispatch.com/rtd/news/local/education/article/CSKL081_20091207-235404/310236/ http://www.nbc12.com/Global/story.asp?S=11644053 http://www.wtvr.com/news/wtvr-chester-middle-school-latest-091209,0,5681171.story For more information, call: 748-1433 Chesterfield Coalition for Informed Citizens http://www.connectsouthside.org/default.aspx?tabid=376&id=3181 From lb-travel at hotmail.com Mon Dec 14 22:12:46 2009 From: lb-travel at hotmail.com (Linda Brown) Date: Mon, 14 Dec 2009 22:12:46 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Hopewell Democratic Committee 1st Annual Holiday Social/Membership Drive Message-ID: Hello, Fellow Democratic, The Hopewell Democratic Committee presents our 1st Annual Holiday Social, this coming Friday, 18 Dec 2009, Comfort Inn Suites, 5380 Oaklawn Blvd, Prince George VA 23875 (Route 36), 7 - 11 PM. For this event, we have chosen "Looking Forward?, as the theme to represent our determination for making defining differences in our community, in the coming year and beyond. Supporters like you allow us to bring the change we need. Please join us. Music Provided By DJ Mellow Smooth Donation - $15.00 Please give me a call, for tickets or email at LB-Travel at hotmail.com. Appreciate it, thanks. Hope to see your Friday. Linda Brown 804 878-4433 LB-Travel at hotmail.com _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail: Free, trusted and rich email service. http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/171222984/direct/01/ From reisenman at connectnetwork.org Tue Dec 15 09:20:16 2009 From: reisenman at connectnetwork.org (Rebecca Eisenman) Date: Tue, 15 Dec 2009 09:20:16 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] ConnectSouthside's Free Email Options Message-ID: <000a01ca7d91$c3570370$4a050a50$@org> You can share information, news, upcoming events, job openings, volunteer opportunities and much more with the Southside region by emailing connectsouthside at connectnetwork.org. Our community email reaches over 1600 individuals on a daily basis and represents an opportunity for you to get your organization's pertinent information out to a vast audience of ConnectSouthside users. Steps: 1. Create an email with connectsouthside at connectnetwork.org as the recipient 2. Put your announcement title in the subject line 3. Enter all event info into the body of the email (please include who's, where's, what's, how's, and why's) 4. Be aware: no attachments, PDFs, html coding, pictures, etc. Plain fonts work best. No personal messages, send only what you want the Southside community to read. Have more questions? Please call (804) 458-6329 ext 2013 Did you know that you can receive your ConnectSouthside emails one at a time OR combine all of the messages into a "daily digest"? To change your current subscription options, visit: http://tinyurl.com/connectsouthside From Judy.Tyree at alz.org Tue Dec 15 15:21:40 2009 From: Judy.Tyree at alz.org (Judy Tyree) Date: Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:21:40 -0600 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Volunteers needed for Support Group for Alzheimer's Association Message-ID: One hour a month to facilitate a support group meeting. The Tri-Cities Branch office of the Alzheimer's Association needs volunteers to facilitate support groups. Facilitators are paired off and meet with caregivers one hour each month. No experience necessary, training is provided. Experience caring for a patient with dementia is helpful. If you are interested, please contact Mary Cook or Judy Tyree at 526-2359 for more information. Judy E. Tyree, MBA Tri-Cities Branch Office Coordinator 201 Temple Avenue, Suite E, Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (O) 804-526-2359; (F) 804-526-4128 judy.tyree at alz.org ; www.alz.org/grva Give the gift of HOPE this Holiday season. Go to our web site www.alz.org/grva for a donation form. Thank you and Happy Holidays! From FBrown at pathways-va.org Wed Dec 16 15:51:13 2009 From: FBrown at pathways-va.org (Frank Brown) Date: Wed, 16 Dec 2009 15:51:13 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Community Coordinator Message-ID: Pathways, a faith-based community development corporation in Petersburg, is now accepting applications for a new Community Coordinator. We are seeking an individual with talent in connecting people to develop a shared vision for a better future and energizing them to take action. If you love a challenge, thrive on organizing communities for a purpose and have ample patience to see a project through until completion, consider applying. This multi-year community development project will focus on both physical redevelopment and human development in the Battersea neighborhood and will engage community members in collaboration with other stakeholders in quality of life planning and project implementation. Position Summary: The Community Coordinator will facilitate volunteers in neighborhood outreach and relational-organizing activities to discover the existing resources and assets in the neighborhoods and help stakeholders discover a shared vision. The Coordinator must efficiently coordinate work teams that include community leaders, volunteers and consultants, acting as the key point of communication and project manager. Critical projects include: assisting volunteers in interviewing neighborhood leaders, coordinating the development of a neighborhood quality-of-life agreement and implementing various "quick-start" community projects. Minimum Qualifications * 2 years related work or volunteer experience in community organizing in low to moderate income communities * High School diploma and some college courses * Ability to work with diverse groups and lead volunteer teams. * Excellent communication and presentation skills (verbal and written). * Proficient in use of MS Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) software, email and internet * Must be willing to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends. Preferred Qualifications: * Bachelors or Masters degree * 5 years related work or volunteer experience with community organizing in low to moderate income communities * 2 or more years managing volunteers in a formal program or capacity * MS Access software proficiency * Strong project management skills * Spanish language proficiency. Interviews will be scheduled after the first of the year, and the projected start date for the position is January 2010. Salary commensurate with experience and includes full benefits package. Send resume and cover letter to: 1200 W. Washington St. Petersburg, VA 23803 or fbrown at pathways-va.org From reisenman at connectnetwork.org Thu Dec 17 08:10:06 2009 From: reisenman at connectnetwork.org (Rebecca Eisenman) Date: Thu, 17 Dec 2009 08:10:06 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] ConnectSouthside.org User Survey ends Tomorrow! Message-ID: <001501ca7f1a$40c3c710$c24b5530$@org> ConnectSouthside.org: It's Yours to Improve! We need your help to shape the next phase of ConnectSouthside.org. Please take this brief 10 minute survey to help us continue to build on community assets and adapt to local needs. You may enter to win a $50 Target gift card! http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/58MG6Q5 Thanks, Rebecca Eisenman Coordinator Southside Community Partners Powered by ConnectSouthside.org A Nonprofit Resource Center program of The Appomattox Regional Library System 209 East Cawson Street Hopewell, VA 23860 (804) 458-6329 x2013 (phone) (804) 452-0909 (fax) www.ConnectSouthside.org "Building community capacity, collaboration and communication" Find us on: Facebook LinkedIn Twitter Raise money for ConnectSouthside just by searching the Internet or shopping online with GoodSearch - www.goodsearch.com From celmore at johnrandolphfoundation.org Thu Dec 17 17:36:21 2009 From: celmore at johnrandolphfoundation.org (Cindy Elmore) Date: Thu, 17 Dec 2009 17:36:21 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Grant Workshops Message-ID: John Randolph Foundation will host grant information sessions for nonprofit organizations to learn about its revised funding priorities and application process. All eligible nonprofit organizations that plan to make application for the spring 2010 grant cycle must attend a grant information session, which will be held on the following dates: December 31 and January 14, 2010, from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m. at the foundation offices, 112 N. Main Street, Hopewell. Only nonprofits seeking grants focused on health and quality of life as it pertains to health and education need to attend information sessions. The deadline for 2010 spring grant cycle is February 1, 2010. For more information, www.johnrandolphfoundation.org or contact the foundation at 458-2239. From FBrown at pathways-va.org Thu Dec 17 16:55:12 2009 From: FBrown at pathways-va.org (Frank Brown) Date: Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:55:12 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Weatherization and Data Cabling Training Program Message-ID: Pathways is providing the following free job skills training courses beginning January 2010: Weatherization Training includes: Certification and instruction in emerging green building industry Job skills training in weatherization and energy conservation Data Cabling Training includes: Nationally recognized certifications Basic electricity and safety Data communication basics Cabling system components Cabling installation 13 week program Class schedule: M-F, 9am-noon Limited enrollment Program starts January 25, 2010 For more information, call (804) 862-1104 or visit www.pathways-va.org GED or high school diploma required. From nancybloodsworth at yahoo.com Thu Dec 17 15:30:37 2009 From: nancybloodsworth at yahoo.com (Nancy Bloodsworth) Date: Thu, 17 Dec 2009 12:30:37 -0800 (PST) Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] The Pregnancy Support Center of the Tri-Cities has moved Message-ID: <44647.76840.qm@web58107.mail.re3.yahoo.com> The Pregnancy Support Center of the Tri-Cities has moved from 1360 East Washington Street (Offices now for rent) to 700 South Sycamore Street, Suite 12 in Petersburg. The Pregnancy Support Center is a non-profit, volunteer supported organization that's called to affirm the sanctity of all human life and to promote the value of sexuality integrity. Using biblical principles, we demonstrate compassion and provide accurate information, peer counseling, practical help, and referrals to meet the emotional, physical, and spiritual needs of those experiencing an unplanned pregnancy, miscarriage,or abortion. After the Christmas/New Year's holidays we will reopen on Monday ,January 4th. Hours will remain 10-5 (Mon,Tues, Thurs, Fri). Phone number remains as 804-861-5517 (Business) and 804-861-5433 (Helpline) From Thomas.Driscoll at VBPD.virginia.gov Thu Dec 17 18:31:12 2009 From: Thomas.Driscoll at VBPD.virginia.gov (Driscoll, Thomas S.) Date: Thu, 17 Dec 2009 18:31:12 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] VA Board for Disabilities 2011 Competitive Grants Request for Proposals Message-ID: <450BED901B146D489B4B106796566DF40C9DEC22@dsa-kog-mail1.DSA.state.va.us> The Virginia Board for People with Disabilities, the state's Developmental Disabilities Planning Council, has identified 2007-2011 State Plan objectives and 2008 Biennial Assessment recommendations in Formal/Informal Community Supports, Recreation, Employment, Housing, and Transportation for which it seeks proposals for Federal Fiscal Year 2011 competitive grant awards.? Any proposals funded must address one or more specified State Plan objectives and the Board's mission of system change or capacity building.? ? Board grants are 100% funded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Administration on Developmental Disabilities.? The Board is bound hereunder only to the extent of the funds available or which may become available.? ? The FFY 2011 RFP Booklet, forms, and other important documents needed to complete an application, are available at www.vaboard.org/grants.htm.? ? Please note, applying for grant funds is now a TWO-STEP PROCESS:? ? ---? STEP 1:? Submission of a Letter of Interest (LOI) by no later than January 26, 2010.? ? ---? STEP 2:? Submission of a Proposal, if selected, by no later than March 31, 2010.? No one may submit a proposal without having first submitted a LOI.? ? Attendance at a RFP Workshop on January 11, 2010, is not mandatory, but is highly recommended.? Please see the RFP Booklet for information on schedule, locations across Virginia, and registration information.? Deadline for registration is January 5, 2010.? ? Questions regarding grants management or general guidelines for the RFP process should be directed to Lynne Talley, Grants Manager, at (804) 786-9375 or toll free (800) 846-4464 (Voice/TDD) or by email at Lynne.Talley at vbpd.virginia.gov.? Additional contact information is available in the RFP Booklet.? ? ================================================== ? Tom Driscoll Strategic Planning & Marketing Manager VIRGINIA BOARD FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES Washington Building, Capitol Square 1100 Bank Street, 7th Floor Richmond, Virginia? 23219 804-786-9380 (voice & TTY) 800-846-4464 (toll-free, voice & TTY) 804-786-1118 (fax) thomas.driscoll at vbpd.virginia.gov www.vaboard.org? From vze535bw at verizon.net Mon Dec 21 06:49:37 2009 From: vze535bw at verizon.net (David Smith) Date: Mon, 21 Dec 2009 06:49:37 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Free 12 Week Lay Health Promoter Class Message-ID: <69E68275F09B4E2B887047E21172A0B1@smithhome> Free 12 Week Lay Health Promoter Class teaching community members how to be Health Advocates For themselves and their communities. Offered free to the Tri-Cities & Surrounding Counties by Central Virginia Health Services with classes beginning January 14 each Thursday evening from 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm in the Conference Room at the Appomattox Area Health & Wellness Center, located at 321-C Poplar Drive, Petersburg (between the Children's Hospital Petersburg Treatment Center and Poplar Springs Hospital). Do you thirst for knowledge? Satisfy that thirst by committing to this 12 week class and learn to take better care of yourself and be able to share information learned with family, friends, and co-workers. Your homework each week will be to share information learned with at least 3 people. A different topic will be discussed each week. There will be guest speakers, videos, and hands-on learning. Emphasis will be placed on early detection of disease, learning to prevent disease and promotion of healthy lifestyle. What better way to start the New Year! You will receive information on goal setting, infection control, heart disease & cholesterol, stroke & blood pressure, Alzheimer's Disease, arthritis, nutrition & exercise, dental & vision, breast & cervical cancer, prostate & colon cancer, diabetes, medication safety & Medical Assistance Program,. In addition, all who complete 80% of the program will receive a certificate of completion, a graduation program and service, a graduation gift from Central Virginia Health Services of either a blood pressure cuff and stethoscope or a first aid kit. Quarterly Update Meetings for all Lay Health Promoters and a quarterly newsletter for Lay Health Promoters will be provided. Register now by calling Betty Smith, RN Lay Health Promoter & Community Health Program Coordinator at her home office 804-279-9516. If unavailable, please leave a voice message and call back number so your call can be returned. To register you may also email me at BettySmith at cvhsinc.org . From nicolevqhn at gmail.com Mon Dec 21 09:34:24 2009 From: nicolevqhn at gmail.com (Virginia Quality Healthcare Network) Date: Mon, 21 Dec 2009 09:34:24 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Reminder: VQHN Breakfast with the Experts In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: *You?re Invited to the:* * * *Virginia Quality Healthcare Network* * * *Eleventh Annual* *Breakfast with the Experts* * * Experts from the legislative and executive branches who shape Virginia?s healthcare legislation and regulations will participate in a panel discussion about their 2010 legislative packages and answer your questions about the upcoming General Assembly Session. * * Date: Friday, January 8, 2010 Time: 8:00 am ? 9:30 am Location: MCV Alumni House and Paul A. Gross Conference Center 11th and Clay Streets Room 217 Richmond, VA 23219 Cost: * Free for Members * *(2010 Membership form is attached) * $35 for Non-members *Some Invited Experts Include: * Secretary of Health and Human Resources Marilyn Tavenner and Secretary ? elect if named State Health Commissioner Dr. Karen Remley Director of the Department of Health Professions Sandra Whitley Ryals Director of the Department of Medical Assistance Patrick Finnerty Executive Director Joint Commission on Health Care Kim Snead Senate Finance Committee Legislative Fiscal Analyst Joe Flores House Appropriations Committee Legislative Fiscal Analyst Susan Massart To RSVP or if you have questions please contact Nicole Pugar at (804) 225-5828 or complete registration form and send it to: nicolevqhn at gmail.com or by fax to (804) 643-4490. * * *We kindly ask that you register by Thursday, December, 31 2009* * * *Membership dues can be sent by mail or brought to the Breakfast. * *Please mail dues to: VQHN c/o Alliance Group* *9 S. 12th Street, Suite 300**, Richmond VA 23219** *** -- Nicole L. Pugar Virginia Quality Healthcare Network 9 S. 12th Street Suite 300 Richmond, VA 23219 (804) 225-5828 (804) 643-4490 nicolevqhn at gmail.com www.vqhn.org From jessica.krack at cancerlinc.org Mon Dec 21 10:28:47 2009 From: jessica.krack at cancerlinc.org (Jessica Krack) Date: Mon, 21 Dec 2009 15:28:47 GMT Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] January Free Seminars from LINC Message-ID: <52cbb633f4414a7ea64c0809adab51d0@bos-web003> ?LINC will present three free seminars for cancer patients, survivors, their families and caregivers in January. Please remember that caregivers includes doctors, nurses, social workers, home health care workers, etc. These seminars are free and open to the public. Free parking is available at each. We request registration so that we can plan for food and handouts for everyone. Thank you and a very Merry Holiday to everyone! January 17th - Sunday - MANAGING DEBT - a lively discussion of debt management and options for women. Will be held at Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital auditorium from 2: 00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. The seminar is in partnership with Clearpoint Financial Services, a nonprofit financial and debt management agency, and the Board for Womens Health who have provided a grant to support the seminar. St. Mary's Hospital is located at 5801 Bremo Rd, Richmond, VA 23226. Please register by either calling toll free 1-877-644-5462 or emailing Education at cancerlinc.org. You can also just reply to this email. Snacks will be served. January 21st - Thursday - TAX ADVANTAGES FOR CANCER PATIENTS - H&R BLOCK will present tax information for the 2009 tax filing for cancer patients, survivors, their families and caregivers. This seminar is open to ALL cancer patients, survivors, etc. The seminar will be at the Thomas Johns Cancer Hospital Hawthorne Center, 1st floor at Johnston Willis Medical Center, 1401 Johnston Willis Drive, Richmond, VA 23235. The seminar is held in partnership with the Thomas Johns Cancer Hospital. The seminar will be from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. Please register by calling 1-877-644-5462 or emailing Education at cancerlinc.org, or replying to this email. Snacks will be served. January 26th - LEGAL AND FINANCIAL PLANNING SEMINAR - Hopewell, Va - three topics will be covered with all attendees: Debt Management, Medicaid and FAMIS, and Social Security Disability. Seminar is for ALL cancer patients, survivors, families and caregivers. A transportation allowance will be given to all registered attendees. Food and Door prizes will be available. The seminar is at the John Randolph Medical Center, in the Family Life Center, 411 W. Randolph Rd, Hopewell, VA and is from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. The seminar will be interactive so attendees should bring any questions they might have. Please register by calling 1-877-644-5462 or emailing Education at cancerlinc.org. You can also reply to this email. Our February Womens seminar will be on the Legalities of Reconstruction and Lymphedema. More to come.... Sharon Caldwell, PMP LINC Outreach and Education Director 804-562-0592 sharon.caldwell at cancerlinc.org Website: http://www.cancerlinc.org United Way #3851 From reisenman at connectnetwork.org Tue Dec 22 08:47:29 2009 From: reisenman at connectnetwork.org (Rebecca Eisenman) Date: Tue, 22 Dec 2009 08:47:29 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Happy Holidays from Southside Community Partners Message-ID: <000a01ca830d$556200a0$002601e0$@org> >From all of us wishing you a happy and healthy new year! Effective Dec 23., Southside Community Partners will be closed for the holidays with no Weekly Updates, email releases or workshops. The Nonprofit Resource Center will be available during library holiday hours found here: http://www.arls.org/pdfs/Library%20Closing%20Schedule.pdf. We will resume our regular schedule on Monday, January 4, 2010. From southsideinfo at connectnetwork.org Wed Dec 23 09:52:53 2009 From: southsideinfo at connectnetwork.org (southsideinfo at connectnetwork.org) Date: Wed, 23 Dec 2009 09:52:53 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] ConnectSouthside.org's Online Forum Temporarily Closed Message-ID: <20091223095253.n6h9dzn7yssogcgo@mail.connectnetwork.org> Due to lower-than-expected participation, we've decided to temporarily close our Online Forum. During the next few months, we will look at ways to make it a more beneficial resource for our community. Send us any feedback you have on the Online Forum to southsideinfo at connectnetwork.or or by calling (804) 458-6329 ext 2013. From CBrown at RSHT.EDU Tue Dec 29 13:30:37 2009 From: CBrown at RSHT.EDU (Calvin Brown) Date: Tue, 29 Dec 2009 13:30:37 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] LPN needed to teach. Message-ID: <0CF4ACBC5296B04BA863445B5EEA22FFA31460@rshtexch.RSHT-Trainingcenter.com> Please post the following: LPN Instructor needed for Home Health Program. Career College in Richmond needs an LPN to fill part-time instructor position. Three years in field experience as an LPN necessary to be considered for this opening. This is a part-time evening position. Location: Richmond Compensation: Competitive Compensation to be discussed during interview process. This is a part-time job. Apply to: TheAcademicDean at aol.com Please, no phone calls about this job! Original URL: http://richmond.craigslist.org/hea/1528718307.html Calvin Dr. Calvin R. Brown RSHT - Richmond Campus Regional Director of Career Services 1601 Willow Lawn Drive, Suite 320 Richmond, VA 23230 cbrown at RSHT.edu 804-288-1000 Ext 105 804-288-1006 Fax