From Cecily.Rodriguez at co.dmhmrsas.virginia.gov Thu Oct 1 10:16:20 2009 From: Cecily.Rodriguez at co.dmhmrsas.virginia.gov (Rodriguez, Cecily (DBHDS)) Date: Thu, 1 Oct 2009 10:16:20 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Town and Country Fall Festival October 17, 2009 Message-ID: A Benefit Festival for the Smithdeal Community Center Where? 1010 W. Laburnum Ave Richmond, VA 23227 When? Saturday October 17th, 2009 Time? 10am to 4pm Come help us celebrate the return of fall! Don't forget the great local artisans and crafters, pumpkin patch, hay rides, food, fun, music, children's activities, and more! For more information call 804-262-8651 or email ginterparkumc at ginterparkumc.org From reisenman at connectnetwork.org Thu Oct 1 10:20:55 2009 From: reisenman at connectnetwork.org (Rebecca Eisenman) Date: Thu, 1 Oct 2009 10:20:55 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] How to Successfully Send a Message Message-ID: <001001ca42a2$63d8fae0$2b8af0a0$@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: ConnectSouthside 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 connectrichmond.org or (804) 458-6329 ext 2013. From rodriguezccia at yahoo.com Thu Oct 1 10:20:12 2009 From: rodriguezccia at yahoo.com (Cecily Rodriguez) Date: Thu, 1 Oct 2009 07:20:12 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Eastern Beliefs and Mental Wellness: A Common Ground of Understandings Message-ID: <747734.94362.qm@web56406.mail.re3.yahoo.com> Virginia Asian Foundation ? In collaboration with ? The?Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services, Office of Cultural & Linguistic Competency ? and Other Partners ? Proudly Presents the first Asian American Mental Health Education Forum?in Virginia ? ? Eastern Beliefs and Mental Wellness: ?A Common Ground of Understandings ? ? Tuesday October 20th, 2009 >From 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm? Tuckahoe Public Library 1901 Starling Drive,?Richmond, VA 23229-4564 ? Visit us at: ? ? ?www.va-asianfoundation.org?? Background ? The tragic events of Virginia Tech and several other tragedies across the nation in the past year highlighted the necessity to address a consistently overlooked and taboo issue, Mental Health?among Asian Americans.? ? Cultural diversity within Asian Americans, the individual's degree of?acculturation age, gender, education, economic status, immigration status, religious beliefs,?and social stigma?affect how Asian Americans seek behavioral health care. ? Speakers ?? Virginia Asian Foundation invites the community to join our panel of?five?(5) experts?in Asian cultures and mental health?issues. ?? Cecily Rodriguez, Director, Office of Cultural & Linguistic Competence Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services Cary Bero, Clinical Supervisor, Henrico Area Mental Health & Retardation Services? Nguyen Minh Ha, Global Research Manager, International Mission Board Nguyen Nhat Minh, CSB Transportation Coordinator, Fairfax Fall Church Community Services Board Dixita Toprani, Instructor, The Art of Living The Asian community?is invited to attend this Forum to better understand?how to deal with specific behavioral health issues in today fast pace society. Providers are encouraged to?join us?to gain a better understanding about Asian American behavioral health needs to best serve this growing population.? ? ? Who should attend this Forum: Asian community, Mainstream community, clinicians, social workers, counselors, case managers, outreach workers, medical and health care professionals, teachers, attorneys, law enforcement community, those from the caring profession, and anyone committed to Asian?health issues. ? ? FREE EVENT - REFRESHMENTS WILL BE SERVED? ? Registration ? Seats are limited. Please register early by Email at: vafoundation at hotmail.com Tel: (804) 798-3975.? ? ? About The Virginia Asian Foundation ?? Established in 2008, the Virginia?Asia Foundation is a non-profit,?501(c)(3) non-profit public charity and non-governmental organization?headquartered in Ashland, Virginia. ? The Foundation supports programs?that help improve governance, law, and civil society by offering solutions to enhance?Asian American civic?and economic empowerment. ? ??? Contact: ? Mr. Tinh Phan, Chairman Virginia Asian Foundation?? www.va-asianfoundation.org From rhickman at yesbh.org Thu Oct 1 17:19:37 2009 From: rhickman at yesbh.org (Rhonda Hickman) Date: Thu, 1 Oct 2009 17:19:37 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] OPENINGS: The Lighthouse Community Supportive Living Program Message-ID: The Lighthouse Community Supportive Living Program now has openings at its Decatur Street location for families, as well as openings in its Porter Street and Chesterfield location for single adults with or without children from ages 21-25 and adult males from 30-45 years of age. This is a 90 day supported living program for Medicaid qualified families needing temporary housing. Our team of mental health support specialists will aggressively work with families with the goal through intensive interventions and case management to help stabilize the family unit and assist in finding permanent housing. Upon successful completion of the program, Youth Empowerment Services and Richmond Christian Center in conjunction with several community landowners and property managers will provide rent assistance (the security deposit and the first month's rent) to our families. We will be receiving applications through the month of October, 2009. For more information about this program, please contact Rhonda Hickman, Program Director or email at RHickman at yesbh.org. Rhonda Hickman, Th.D. Director of Community Outreach YOUTH EMPOWERMENT SERVICES, Inc. 804.230.4760 ext. 1111 (office) 804.231.8807 (fax) rhickman at yes4youth.org From lnoel at ppls.org Thu Oct 1 15:56:47 2009 From: lnoel at ppls.org (Latryce Noel) Date: Thu, 1 Oct 2009 15:56:47 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] FREE Computer Class for Senior Citizens Message-ID: This class is slow-paced and designed for the new computer user. It's being held on Tuesdays in October from 10a to 12noon at the McKenney/Central Branch. Classes cover: computer setup, saving documents and using folders, email accounts and the internet. The first hour is dedicated to instruction, and the second hour is for practice/tutoring. Registration is required by calling 733-2387, x29 or emailing lnoel at ppls.org. The McKenney/Central Branch is located at 137 South Sycamore Street, Petersburg. From rodriguezccia at yahoo.com Thu Oct 1 11:17:49 2009 From: rodriguezccia at yahoo.com (Cecily Rodriguez) Date: Thu, 1 Oct 2009 08:17:49 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Bring Your A Game - Movie Event Message-ID: <813407.42373.qm@web56401.mail.re3.yahoo.com> BRING YOUR ?A? GAME Targeting young men within the African American Community to ?STAY IN SCHOOL ? Thursday, October 22, 2009 6:00 pm ? 8:00 pm Henrico Theatre 305 E. Nine Mile Road Henrico, VA 23075 ? A viewing of the 22 minute film, directed by Mario Van Peebles Followed by a panel discussion ? Free Event, No registration required For more information Please contact Julius Kenney at 804.222.2607 ext. 3044 ? Sponsored by Henrico Area Mental Health & Retardation Services & The Urban League Young Professionals Network of Greater Richmond From cldavis at petersburg.k12.va.us Fri Oct 2 14:48:07 2009 From: cldavis at petersburg.k12.va.us (Cliff Davis) Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 14:48:07 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Petersburg High School Announcement Message-ID: Petersburg High School?s Guidance Department is sponsoring Parent/Senior Night #2 on Thursday, October 8, at 6 p.m., in the PHS auditorium. Information will be shared on the following scholarships: PHS Student Scholarship, Brockwell Scholarship, USDA Scholarship, Virginia Transfer Made Easy & Transfer Grants, The Virginia Military Institute Scholarship, ROTC Scholarship, AES Engineer Scholarship and other pertinent scholarship information. Parents and twelfth grade students are encouraged to attend this important information session. *** Clifford Davis Public Information Officer, Petersburg City Public Schools 804-862-7084 From lnoel at ppls.org Fri Oct 2 16:18:36 2009 From: lnoel at ppls.org (Latryce Noel) Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2009 16:18:36 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Life through Literature Festival NEW date and added talent Message-ID: Experience words, sounds and energy like never before at the "Life Through Literature Festival", Saturday, October 10 from 12 noon to 7 p.m. at Poplar Lawn Park, Petersburg. This festival is designed to promote reading and interest in the literary arts through storybook character appearances, book giveaways, music, spoken word, an author's pavilion, kid's entertainment and much more! This year's featured performances include Spiritual Harmonizers (as seen on "America's Got Talent"), Created Anointed, Soul Logistics and Playtime Unlimited. Bring your lawn chairs and relax with us while you listen to great music, great messages and enjoy great food from our vendors (no coolers). For more information, visit our website at www.ppls.org , or call 733-2387. Presented by the Petersburg Public Library, Verizon, Columbia Gas and Dominion Virginia Power. From ssain at richmond.edu Mon Oct 5 09:01:39 2009 From: ssain at richmond.edu (Robinson Sain, Sue) Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 09:01:39 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] A few tickets remain for Steven Pinker's talk on violence in society and human nature Message-ID: <5F1668E2B81AAF42A7648EE339ED83E733E1AB3B2B@UREXCHANGESCC.richmond.edu> One of the nation's most respected public intellectuals, Steven Pinker will discuss "A History of Violence" on Oct. 7 at noon at the Jepson Alumni Center on campus at the University of Richmond. Tickets are free but required and are now available by calling (804) 289-8980. His appearance in Richmond is as part of the Jepson Leadership Forum, the marquee speaker series of the Jepson School of Leadership Studies. This year's theme for the speaker series is "The Common Good." Jepson.richmond.edu for the full line-up. About this talk: "The reduction of violence on scales large and small is one of our greatest moral concerns," so wrote Steven Pinker in his groundbreaking The Blank Slate: The Modern Denial of Human Nature. "We ought to use every intellectual tool available to understand what it is about the human mind and human social arrangements that leads people to hurt and kill so much." Has human life become more or less violent over the centuries? What should we expect, based on our understanding of human nature? And what have been the major trends, and what has caused them? Pinker will discuss the features of the human mind that lead to violence as well as those that lead to peace, and how the balance between them has shifted over time. With his light touch and deep intelligence-and with examples from everyday speech and pop culture-Pinker demonstrates how our words reflect the thoughts we think, the emotions we feel, and the relationships we hold. About the Speaker: A native of Montreal, Pinker is Johnstone Family Professor of Psychology at Harvard University and has also taught at Stanford University and, for 21 years, at MIT. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences and the American Association for the Advancement of Science, has won a number of teaching prizes, and was named among Newsweek's "100 Americans for the Next Century." Sue Robinson Director, Community Programs and Alumni Relations Jepson School of Leadership Studies Jepson Hall, Room 237 University of Richmond, VA 23173 www.jepson.richmond.edu 804-287-6627 From nbstutts at vcu.edu Mon Oct 5 17:58:53 2009 From: nbstutts at vcu.edu (Nancy Stutts) Date: Mon, 5 Oct 2009 17:58:53 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Grants Available Now from The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Message-ID: <0728F418DAD048FE845948F42BEFD9A5@uc.adp.vcu.edu> "Unorthodox thinkers" apply within- One great idea is all it takes to improve the health of millions around the world. What is yours? The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation is now accepting grant proposals for the Grand Challenges Explorations, a $100 million initiative to encourage bold and unconventional global health solutions. Anyone can apply, regardless of your prior experience or institutional affiliation. Previous winners include graduate students, entrepreneurs at start-up companies, and creative thinkers from all fields of research. Sign up here to receive more information about Grand Challenges Explorations and other future opportunities. Proposals are currently being accepted online until November 2, 2009 on the following topics: * Create New Ways to Protect Against Infectious Disease * Create Low-Cost Diagnostics for Priority Global Health Conditions * Create New Ways to Induce and Measure Mucosal Immunity * Create New Technologies for Contraception Click here to apply now. Initial grants will be $100,000 each, and projects showing promise will have the opportunity to receive additional funding of up to $1 million. Full descriptions of topics and application instructions are available at: http://www.grandchallenges.org/explorations. We look forward to receiving innovative ideas from scientists around the world and from all scientific disciplines. 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Hosted by Betty Smith, RN Community Health Program Coordinator for Central Virginia Health Services at the Appomattox Area Health & Wellness Center From reisenman at connectnetwork.org Tue Oct 6 09:24:08 2009 From: reisenman at connectnetwork.org (Rebecca Eisenman) Date: Tue, 6 Oct 2009 09:24:08 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Building an Effective Board Message-ID: <001001ca4688$4a64b150$df2e13f0$@org> So often board chairs or executive directors feel the burden of success is on him or her along. But what defines an exceptional board and how can your board become one? This course identifies the reasons board members do not always participate and why it seems so easy for meetings to get off track or bogged down into the mundane details. Board members and directors are invited to attend this workshop which will offer solutions to engage and increase productivity from those involved. Building an Effective Board on Tuesday, October 13, 2009 from 11:30am - 1pm at the Hopewell Library. As a part of our executive lunch series, the price of a box lunch is included in the registration fee. More information and online registration is available at www.ConnectSouthside.org/NPTrainings or contact us at southsideinfo at connectnetwork.org. 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 sharon.usery at bizworkscenter.org Wed Oct 7 12:53:00 2009 From: sharon.usery at bizworkscenter.org (Sharon Usery) Date: Wed, 7 Oct 2009 12:53:00 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Entrepreneur Graduation and RSVP needed! 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Dr. Ruth Burgess, Ms. Kathleen Egan Jones, Ms. Cecilie Hamilton and Mr. Lou Gorr. Hosted this year by the Prince George County Domestic Violence Taskforce, the awards ceremony is being held Friday, October 16, at 11:00 a.m. on the Prince George County Courts Building lawn at 6601 Courts Drive, Prince George. The Regional Taskforce has invited 300 people to the event, including Virginia Attorney General William Mims, Congressman J. Randy Forbes, gubernatorial candidates Bob McDonnell and Creigh Deeds, and delegates Kirk Cox and Steve Martin. The James House Intervention/Prevention Services, Inc. is catering the event. For information about how to join one of the domestic violence taskforces in the region, to volunteer to support the work of domestic violence intervention/prevention in some capacity or to seek help, call The James House at 458-2704 in Hopewell or 732-1711 in Petersburg. 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Event Details: Saturday, October 31, 2009 Rain Date: Saturday, November 7th Gregory Memorial Church 6300 Courthouse Road Prince George, VA 23875 * Local non-profit organizations & church groups can set up free of charge. o If your agency does not have many items to sell, consider asking staff, board members and community contacts to donate items that can be sold. o The James House has also asked in-kind donors if they would mind if their donation was sold at a fundraiser if it is not suitable for a current client. We have had a very positive response. o Raise money while raising awareness about your cause and services offered. * For-profit companies will not be charged to set up but are asked to dedicate a portion of their proceeds to a participating non-profit agency of their choosing. o Any vendors selling restricted products must get their own permits including food vendors. * Tables, chairs, tents or any other display needs must be brought by your organization - none will be supplied by the Church or The James House. * Set up begins at 6:30am and the flea market will be open to the public from 7am-2pm. Responses or questions should be to directed Heather Martin at heather at thejameshouse.org Come help us raise awareness & money while offering great deals for people in our community! Heather Martin Domestic Violence Advocate 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: winmail.dat Type: application/ms-tnef Size: 42629 bytes Desc: not available URL: From Thomas.Driscoll at VBPD.virginia.gov Thu Oct 8 17:10:17 2009 From: Thomas.Driscoll at VBPD.virginia.gov (Driscoll, Thomas S.) Date: Thu, 8 Oct 2009 17:10:17 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Immediate Public Comment Requested on Amendment to State Independent Living Plan Message-ID: <450BED901B146D489B4B106796566DF40BDA352F@dsa-kog-mail1.DSA.state.va.us> The Virginia Board for People with Disabilities has been asked to pass along this very important announcement from the State Independent Living Council.? ? ================================================== ? PUBLIC COMMENT REQUESTED ON ?PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE 2008-2010 STATE PLAN FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING? TO ENABLE ADDITIONAL FUNDING FOR VIRGINIA'S CENTERS FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING? ? As the planning body for Independent Living in Virginia, the Statewide Independent Living Council creates a new State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL) every three years.? The Plan is used to guide funding priorities and assist in funding innovative ways to deliver advocacy and independent living options for Virginians with disabilities.? ? The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA), which provides short term funding for States, has given Virginia an opportunity to receive some of those funds for Centers for Independent Living.? In order to receive the funds, Virginia's current three year (2008-2010) State Plan for Independent Living must be amended accordingly.? ? TO VIEW A COPY OF THE CURRENT 2008-2010 PLAN AND THE PROPOSED AMENDMENT, PLEASE VISIT WWW.VASILC.ORG AND CLICK ON THE LINKS PROVIDED.? ? Public comment is critically important to the Council, and comments on the proposed amendment will be welcomed.? ? SEND YOUR COMMENTS TO THE STATEWIDE INDEPENDENT LIVING COUNCIL'S ADMINISTRATOR AT RHONDA.JETER at DRS.VIRGINIA.GOV NO LATER THAN OCTOBER 16, 2009.? ? The next Council meeting, to be held on Thursday, October 22, 2009, at the Department of Rehabilitative Services, will also include an opportunity for public comment at the beginning of the meeting.? Visit? http://www.drs.virginia.gov/officedetails.asp?key=5 ?for the location, directions, and further contact information.? ? ? ================================================== ? ? For more information about the Virginia Board for People with Disabilities, please visit our website at www.vaboard.org or contact:? ? 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 southsideinfo at connectnetwork.org Fri Oct 9 06:17:34 2009 From: southsideinfo at connectnetwork.org (southsideinfo at connectnetwork.org) Date: Fri, 09 Oct 2009 06:17:34 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Life Through Literature Festival - This Saturday, Oct. 10th Message-ID: <20091009061734.t01idmsv40sog0k8@mail.connectnetwork.org> Experience words, sounds and energy like never before at the "Life Through Literature Festival", Saturday, October 10 from 12 noon to 7 p.m. at Poplar Lawn Park, Petersburg. This festival is designed to promote reading and interest in the literary arts through storybook character appearances, book giveaways, music, spoken word, an author's pavilion, kid's entertainment and much more! This year's featured performances include Spiritual Harmonizers (as seen on "America's Got Talent"), Created Anointed, Soul Logistics and Playtime Unlimited. Bring your lawn chairs and relax with us while you listen to great music, great messages and enjoy great food from our vendors (no coolers). For more information, visit our website at www.ppls.org, or call 733-2387. Presented by the Petersburg Public Library, Verizon, Columbia Gas and Dominion Virginia Power. From Thomas.Driscoll at VBPD.virginia.gov Fri Oct 9 13:22:58 2009 From: Thomas.Driscoll at VBPD.virginia.gov (Driscoll, Thomas S.) Date: Fri, 9 Oct 2009 13:22:58 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Resources for Virginia Disability History and Awareness Month Message-ID: <450BED901B146D489B4B106796566DF40BDA3C56@dsa-kog-mail1.DSA.state.va.us> OCTOBER IS VIRGINIA DISABILITY HISTORY AND AWARENESS MONTH!? ? During its 2009 session, the Virginia General Assembly adopted Senate Joint Resolution 321 designating October as Disability History and Awareness Month in Virginia and calling upon the Governor "to encourage the people of the Commonwealth, including public schools, institutions of higher education, the business and corporate community, civic and advocacy organizations, the faith community, and other interested entities, through education and other appropriate activities, programs, and events to promote and highlight Disability History and Awareness Month in Virginia."? ? In the resolution, the General Assembly also recognized the efforts of alumni of the Youth Leadership Forum (YLF), sponsored by the Virginia Board for People with Disabilities, whose advocacy efforts prompted the legislature's action.? Following passage of the resolution, those YLF alumni, with support from parents, teachers, and the Virginia Board, the Partnership for People with Disabilities at Virginia Commonwealth University, the Virginia Department of Education's Division of Special Education and Student Services, and the Technical Assistance and Training Center at Radford University, developed a bank of resources to increase students' understanding and awareness and to support development of activities to commemorate Disability History and Awareness Month in their schools and communities.? ? Links to those and other RESOURCES, as well as to the General Assembly's joint resolution, have been posted at WWW.VABOARD.ORG/OCTOBER.HTM to encourage commemorative and educational activities all across the Commonwealth which will, in the words of the General Assembly's resolution:? "increase public awareness and respect for persons with disabilities, inform the public concerning their many contributions to society...and emphasize the abilities and rights of disabled persons."? ? ? ================================================== ? ? 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 reisenman at connectnetwork.org Mon Oct 12 08:52:00 2009 From: reisenman at connectnetwork.org (Rebecca Eisenman) Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2009 08:52:00 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] How effective is your board? Message-ID: <000a01ca4b3a$caf30130$60d90390$@org> So often board chairs or executive directors feel the burden of success is on him or her along. But what defines an exceptional board and how can your board become one? This course identifies the reasons board members do not always participate and why it seems so easy for meetings to get off track or bogged down into the mundane details. Board members and directors are invited to attend this workshop which will offer solutions to engage and increase productivity from those involved. Building an Effective Board on Tuesday, October 13, 2009 from 11:30am - 1pm at the Hopewell Library. As a part of our executive lunch series, the price of a box lunch is included in the registration fee. More information and online registration is available at www.ConnectSouthside.org/NPTrainings or contact us at southsideinfo at connectnetwork.org. Register Now! From reisenman at connectnetwork.org Mon Oct 12 10:28:19 2009 From: reisenman at connectnetwork.org (Rebecca Eisenman) Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2009 10:28:19 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Nonprofit Resource Center closed for the holiday Message-ID: <000f01ca4b48$3ed73460$bc859d20$@org> The Nonprofit Resource Center in the Hopewell Library will be closed today, October 12, for the Columbus Day holiday. We apologize for any inconveniences. 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 wakefieldfoundation at hotmail.com Mon Oct 12 10:37:11 2009 From: wakefieldfoundation at hotmail.com (Wakefield Foundation) Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2009 10:37:11 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Benefit Community Yard Sale/Wakefield Foundation Message-ID: Benefit Community Yard Sale Something for everyone The Wakefield Foundation would like to invite you to our Community Yard Sale to benefit the Foundation's restoration fund. This event will be held on Oct. 17th from 8:00am til 1:00pm and is located on the grounds of the Wakefield Foundation (100 Wilson Ave./ Wakefield, Va.). For more information or to reserve a space call (757) 899-2365. Sponsored by: The Wakefield Foundation Rain Date: Oct 24th Hotmail: Trusted email with Microsoft?s powerful SPAM protection. Sign up now. _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail: Trusted email with Microsoft?s powerful SPAM protection. http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/177141664/direct/01/ From lnoel at ppls.org Mon Oct 12 15:14:49 2009 From: lnoel at ppls.org (Latryce Noel) Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2009 15:14:49 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Free Library Event: Haunted Virginia: Tales & Supernatural Experiences Message-ID: Learn a different side of Virginia's history and folklore from Pamela K. Kinney, author of "Haunted Virginia" and Bob Atristain author of "Haunted People, Haunted Minds" and founder of the Center for Paranormal Research and Investigation. This program is being held Tuesday, October 27 at 6:00 p.m. at the McKenney/Central Branch library in Petersburg. Sign up is required; call (804) 733-2387 to register or for more information. The McKenney Branch is located at 137 S. Sycamore Street, Petersburg. From reisenman at connectnetwork.org Tue Oct 13 11:28:30 2009 From: reisenman at connectnetwork.org (Rebecca Eisenman) Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 11:28:30 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] A Community Forum on Collaboration for Long-Term Sustainability Message-ID: <003c01ca4c19$d2a39630$77eac290$@org> In celebration of the launch of the newly merged program of the Appomattox Regional Library System, Southside Community Partners is hosting a free community forum. The keynote will be "Collaboration & Shared Services Can Help Your Bottom Line" with Peggy Eagan, Executive Director of Children and Family Services Center. Following will be a panel discussion focusing on perspectives on effective collaboration by local stakeholders including Handy Lindsey of The Cameron Foundation, Lisa Sharpe of the John Randolph Foundation, Rosalyn Andrews of the American Red Cross, Joan Drewry of the Wakefield Foundation, Dennis Morris of the Crater Planning District Commission, and Cliff Bickford of BB&T and Chesterfield County Sustain our Communities Committee. The event will be moderated by Deborah Barfield Williamson of the Virginia Network of Nonprofit Organizations (VANNO). The event is at 2pm on Monday, October 19, 2009 at the Beacon Theatre located at 401 N. Main St, Hopewell, VA 23860 Please reserve your seat today at http://www.connectsouthside.org/SCPLaunchEvent/tabid/777/Default.aspx or call (804) 458-6329 EXT 2013. 2:00 p.m. Gathering & Refreshments 2:30 p.m. Presentations and Discussion 4:00 p.m. Networking 4:15 p.m. Ribbon Cutting at the Library/Resource Center Event sponsors include The Cameron Foundation, the John Randolph Foundation, the Beacon Theatre, and IK Catering. 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 rpec.1 at juno.com Tue Oct 13 09:47:52 2009 From: rpec.1 at juno.com (rpec.1 at juno.com) Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 13:47:52 GMT Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Oct. 24 DRUM-A-THON will Benefit the Richmond Youth Peace Project Message-ID: <20091013.094752.9599.0@webmail06.dca.untd.com> On Saturday, October 24, Drum No Guns will present a drumming event at The Camel, 1621 West Broad St to benefit the Richmond Youth Peace Project (RYPP). Drummers will offer free drum lessons for youth from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. That will be followed by a Drum Slam from 8-10 p.m., featuring performer from Drums No Guns and other world percussion ensembles. Suggested donation for the evening drum slam is $15. To register a young person for lessons, call 232-1002 or email rypp at rpec.org. ____________________________________________________________ Best Weight Loss Program - Click Here! http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL2131/fc/BLSrjnsEGrGAdF2sf2SAny7dOsETuhiyw6nUmvs7orqUUtADzoxYNzkuxOo/ From Domenick.Casuccio at cancer.org Tue Oct 13 12:30:05 2009 From: Domenick.Casuccio at cancer.org (Domenick.Casuccio at cancer.org) Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 12:30:05 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] 8th Annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5K Walk is October 18 at Kanawha and Dominion Plazas Message-ID: RICHMOND WILL HELP CREATE A WORLD WITH LESS BREAST CANCER AND MORE BIRTHDAYS AT AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY MAKING STRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER? EVENT WHAT: Thousands of local breast cancer survivors, volunteers, businesses and community members will unite to fight breast cancer and save lives at the American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5K walk. This noncompetitive, inspirational event raises awareness and funds to fight breast cancer and provides hope to all people facing the disease. Richmond?s Making Strides walk is one of more than 165 walks being held across the country this year. More than 4,850 women in Virginia will be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer this year, and more than 1,140 will die from the disease. Funds raised through Making Strides will help the American Cancer Society save lives and create more birthdays by helping people stay well by taking steps to prevent cancer or find it early; helping people get well by being there for them during and after a cancer diagnosis; by finding cures through investment in groundbreaking research; and by fighting back by encouraging lawmakers to pass laws to defeat cancer and by rallying communities worldwide to join the fight. WHEN: Sunday, October 18, 2009 Registration starts at 12:30 p.m. The walk begins at 1:30 p.m. Register online at www.stridesrichmond.org 2008 Event Photos: http://tinyurl.com/RICMSABC08Photos WHERE: Kanawha and Dominion Plazas, 8th and Canal Streets, Richmond, Va. 23219 ONSITE CONTACT: Domenick Casuccio (804) 366-9637 About the American Cancer Society The American Cancer Society combines an unyielding passion with nearly a century of experience to save lives and end suffering from cancer. As a global grassroots force of more than three million volunteers, we fight for every birthday threatened by every cancer in every community. We save lives by helping people stay well by preventing cancer or detecting it early; helping people get well by being there for them during and after a cancer diagnosis; by finding cures through investment in groundbreaking discovery; and by fighting back by rallying lawmakers to pass laws to defeat cancer and by rallying communities worldwide to join the fight. As the nation?s largest non-governmental investor in cancer research, contributing more than $3.4 billion, we turn what we know about cancer into what we do. As a result, more than 11 million people in America who have had cancer and countless more who have avoided it will be celebrating birthdays this year. To learn more about us or to get help, call us any time, day or night, at 1-800-227-2345 or visit cancer.org. From bridge.collaboration at gmail.com Tue Oct 13 15:02:47 2009 From: bridge.collaboration at gmail.com (The Bridge) Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:02:47 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] 2nd Annual Nonprofit Networking Social Nov. 5th Message-ID: Dear Community Partners, Its that time of year again! On November 5, 2009,* The Bridge CDC *along with the event sponsors, *The Virginia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, The Richmond City Coalition, Professional Construction, and The Peanut Store*, will host the *Second Annual Greater Richmond Nonprofit Networking Social at Nacho Mama's 7610 Left Flank Road, Mechanicsville, VA 23116 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.* Last year, we had over 50 nonprofit organizations and this year we want to out do ourselves. In keeping with our theme of collaboration, lets continue our 'light-hearted' conversations about innovative ways to cut costs, maximize our budgets, create jobs, create revenue, capitalize on opportunities created by the recession, and of course partner with our fellow organizations. The Bridge CDC is calling all nonprofits, social associations, human service agencies, and various other community organizations of Greater Richmond together to make new friends, reconnect with old friends, match faces with voices and emails as well as develop Greater Richmond advancing ideas. Currently, the challenges that face Greater Richmond outweigh our individual organizations, but together we can tip the scale. Let's start this conversation over great food in a fun atmosphere. Attached to this email is your registration form. Please complete it and mail it with your $10 admission fee to P.O. Box 7793, Richmond, VA by October 29th. You may also send your forms and ask questions by emailing us at nonprofitnetworkingsocial at bridgeamerica.org. Our flyer is below. See ya there! Terrell Terrell Pollard The Bridge CDC (804) 433-5361 Greater Richmond Nonprofit Networking Social November 5, 2009 | Nacho Mama's * * *Join over 50 nonprofit organizations at the Greater Richmond Nonprofit Networking Social* Opportunities to socialize, share ideas, share resources and/or collaborate * November 5, 2009 :: 5 - 8 pm **Nacho Mama's 7610 Left Flank Road Mechanicsville, VA 23116* * ** **Directions* * ** Tickets ** $10 **per person ** (includes hors d'oeuvers)* * **Click here to Register * For More Information Contact: *The Bridge CDC P.O. 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From lnoel at ppls.org Tue Oct 13 15:40:29 2009 From: lnoel at ppls.org (Latryce Noel) Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:40:29 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Poetry Slam at Petersburg Public Library Message-ID: Join us on Tuesday, October 20 at 7:00 p.m., and listen to or deliver words blended and bended in a lyrical symphony of syllables and rhythm. This type is poetry is full of energy, fire and excitement and will be held at the McKenney/Central Branch Library in Petersburg. The public is welcome to come and listen, or they share their work; sharing is strongly encouraged. Light refreshments will be served. For more information, please call the library at 733-2387 or visit us on the web at www.ppls.org . McKenney/Central Branch Library is located at 137 South Sycamore Street. From Shannon.Freeman at vwc.state.va.us Wed Oct 14 10:25:17 2009 From: Shannon.Freeman at vwc.state.va.us (Freeman, Shannon) Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 10:25:17 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Conference on Crime Victims' Issues November 18 - 20 Message-ID: Registration continues for the 27th Annual Conference on Crime Victims' Issues, sponsored by the Virginia Network for Victims & Witnesses of Crime. The conference will be held November 18-20, 2009 at the Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel. Keynote speaker Ken Lanning, retired FBI, will present, "The Compliant Child Victim: Confronting an Uncomfortable Reality," a plenary session to describe some of the challenges to working with child victims of sexual assault and discuss ways of effectively responding to them. Other workshops include: Assessing for Intimate Partner Violence with LGBTQ Consumers in a Healthcare Setting, Bullying, Responding to Sexual & Domestic Violence in Later Life, and Working with Victims in Underserved Communities. The conference is intended for victim advocates, prosecutors, law enforcement officers, court services staff, medical providers, social workers, and anyone else who works with victims of crime. Training credits are available from DCJS to law enforcement officers who attend. To view the full conference brochure and register online, go to www.vanetwork.org . Register soon, as early registration ends Friday, October 16th! Online registration questions should be directed to Kelly Carpenter at 804-367-2902. All other questions about the conference should be directed to Mindy Stell at 804-469-5384. Also, exhibitor space is still available - consider advertising your organization's services/programs to victim services providers from across the state at this year's conference! Contact Mindy at 804-469-5384 for more information. Proceeds benefit the non-profit Virginia Network for Victims and Witnesses of Crime, Inc., the state's leading resource and advocacy organization for allied professionals who work in the field of victim services. Shannon Freeman Crime Victims' Ombudsman Criminal Injuries Compensation Fund Commonwealth of Virginia P.O. Box 26927 Richmond, VA 23261 804.205.3210 (phone) 800.552.4007 (toll free) From kopelovichr at vcu.edu Wed Oct 14 15:00:05 2009 From: kopelovichr at vcu.edu (Rachel S Kopelovich/FS/VCU) Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2009 15:00:05 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Nonprofit Learning Point - fall classes Message-ID: Nonprofit Learning Point is committed to helping you develop necessary skills in nonprofit management! This fall, we are proud to offer more high-quality classes at affordable rates. Our classes are still only $45, one quarter the cost of a regular VCU credit, thanks to our generous funders. All of our classes are taught by working professionals who are experts in their respective fields. These instructors have hands-on, firsthand knowledge of the materials they teach, and of the challenges nonprofits face in the greater Richmond area. Course offerings for November are listed below - all courses still have space available: NLP classes run from 9 am ? 3 pm, and span two days. 11/2 and 11/9 Overview of Program Planning and Evaluation 11/3 and 11/10 Intermediate Excel 11/4 and 11/11 Biting the Onion: Marketing Your Nonprofit 11/5 and 11/12 Through a Different Lens: Snapshot of the Latina and Latino Population in Central Virginia and Related Nonprofit Trends 11/6 and 11/13 Basic Budgeting 11/14 and 11/21 (Saturdays) The Challenges of Staff Supervision 11/16 and 11/23 Fireworks 11/17 and 11/24 Grant Writing 11/18 and 11/25 Making Meetings Matter 11/30 and 12/7 Value Your Values: Ethics in Action Please note that there will be many more classes in December?to see our full class schedule, please visit our website: www.nonprofitlearningpoint.org For more information, or if you have any questions, please feel free to call or email! In health! rachel Rachel Kopelovich, MSW Program Director Nonprofit Learning Point (the new identity of Especially for Nonprofits) Division of Community Engagement at VCU www.nonprofitlearningpoint.org 828-8838- phone 828-2756- fax Nonprofit Learning Point is a program of the Partnership for Nonprofit Excellence www.pnerichmond.org From reisenman at connectnetwork.org Thu Oct 15 10:04:12 2009 From: reisenman at connectnetwork.org (Rebecca Eisenman) Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 10:04:12 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] A Few Seats Still Available! Message-ID: <000e01ca4da0$5fe85c10$1fb91430$@org> A few seats are still available at Southside Community Partners' Community Forum on Collaboration for Long-term Sustainability: Building a Strong Southside Community. This event in celebration of the launch of the newly merged programs of the Appomattox Regional Library System will feature keynote Collaboration & Shared Services Can Help Your Bottom Line with Peggy Eagan, Executive Director of Children and Family Services Center in Charlotte, NC. Following will be a panel discussion focusing on perspectives on effective collaboration by local stakeholders including Handy Lindsey of The Cameron Foundation, Lisa Sharpe of the John Randolph Foundation, Rosalyn Andres of the American Red Cross, Joan Drewry of the Wakefield Foundation, Dennis Morris of the Crater Planning District Commission, and Cliff Bickford of BB&T and Chesterfield County Sustain our Communities Committee. Deborah Barfield Williamson of the Virginia Network of Nonprofit Organizations will moderate this free event at the Beacon Theatre on Monday, October 19, 2009 at 2pm. For more information and to reserve your seat today visit: http://www.connectsouthside.org/SCPLaunchEvent/tabid/777/Default.aspx 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 shepherdcntr3424 at aol.com Thu Oct 15 12:49:01 2009 From: shepherdcntr3424 at aol.com (The Shepherd's Center of Chesterfield) Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 12:49:01 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] 4-IF YOU LIKE MUSIC, YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THIS EVENT! Message-ID: <9884869E7C02402A8071F3A01530F6F3@Integrity> IF YOU LIKE MUSIC, YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THIS EVENT! On Sunday, October 18th at 2:00 p.m., at the Mt. Pisgah United Methodist Church Fellowship Center there will be a fabulous music concert featuring some amazing musical talent and ..tickets are only $5! Held to benefit the Free Transportation and HandyHands services of the Shepherd's Center of Chesterfield, 'NOTABLE NOTES FOR AUTUMN' Featuring the following notable artists: Jim Conner A member of the New Kingston Trio and John Denver's Band, he is also the composer of the gold record hit song, "Grandma's Feather Bed." Jim has performed with Barbra Streisand, Judy Collins, Red Buttons, Steve Martin and Phyllis Diller. And..he has one platinum and eight gold records to his credit! "Zechariah's Song" Melissa Hetzler Melissa is one of two young women who make up the group, "Zechariah's Song." Her goal is to praise God and share His promise of grace to all who have ears to hear. You won't forget Melissa's amazing voice. Richard D'Abreu, Jr. Producer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, Richard has performed with such artists as Max Roach, Patti LaBelle, James Taylor, Bishop TD Jakes and the Boston Pops Orchestra. His music fuses gospel and jazz in an artistic and cultural celebration of the music of the African Diaspora. "Four in the Morning" >From barbershop to doo-wop, gospel to old familiar favorites, this group has been entertaining audiences for over 5 years throughout the Commonwealth. They most recently appeared on WTVR Morning Show! Mike Geipel, Ron Nichols, Emmitt Totty and David Wilt love to sing as a quartet and are proud members of The Virginians! The Mt. Pisgah Handbell Choir This unusual group of eleven hand bell ringers will leave you with many fond memories! The Monacan Singers This is a highly select coed chamber ensemble, the Monacan Singers perform a cappella music from the Renaissance to contemporary time periods. Refreshments following concert ____________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________ DIRECTIONS: Mt. Pisgah United Methodist Fellowship Center is located at 1100 Mt. Pisgah Drive, just off Midlothian Turnpike behind Arby's and the 7-11. >From 288: If you take the Midlothian Turnpike exit, go East approximately 2 miles to Mt. Pisgah Drive. Turn left into church. If you take the Woolridge RD Exit,, go Northeast to Midlothian Turnpike, turn left and go approximately 2 tenths of a mile to Mt. Pisgah Drive. Turn right into church. To purchase tickets or to get more information, call the Shepherd's Center at 706-6689. Tickets will be available at the door. The Shepherd's Center of Chesterfield PO Drawer #170 6800 Lucy Corr Blvd Chesterfield, Va 23832 804-706-6689 Email: shepherdcntr3424 at aol.com Website: www.shepctrchesterfield.org "Helping seniors stay active and independent in their own homes." Volunteers Providing: Free Medical and Food Transportation .... Minor Home Repair Service .... Low-cost Lifelong Learning Program Serving: Chesterfield County, Colonial Heights, Enon, Hopewell and Prince George From Thomas.Driscoll at VBPD.virginia.gov Thu Oct 15 13:15:20 2009 From: Thomas.Driscoll at VBPD.virginia.gov (Driscoll, Thomas S.) Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 13:15:20 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] DBHDS Public Comment Opportunity & DRS Order of Selection Changes Message-ID: <450BED901B146D489B4B106796566DF40BEA5EE2@dsa-kog-mail1.DSA.state.va.us> The Virginia Board for People with Disabilities has been asked to share the following two important messages from our fellow Disability Services Agencies with the Connect Network. ? ================================================== ? PUBLIC COMMENT OPPORTUNITY? BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES 2010-2016 STATE PLAN? ? The Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) has completed a draft of its Comprehensive State Plan 2010-2016. The text of the complete draft plan, an executive summary, and the Commissioner's memorandum are available at http://www.dbhds.virginia.gov/OPD-stateplan.htm.? ? The Board of Behavioral Health and DBHDS staff will conduct a videoconference public hearing on November 17, 2009, to receive comments on the draft plan.? The hearing will begin at 1:30pm and will continue until all comments are received.? There will be four sites where the public can participate in the hearing:? ????????? Eastern Hospital , Williamsburg? ????????? Northern Virginia Training Center, Fairfax? ????????? Southern Virginia Training Center, Dinwiddie? ????????? Southwestern mental Health Institute, Marion? ? Addresses and directions for each site can be found at the webpage listed above.? Sign-up sheets will be available at each location on the day of the hearing for individuals who want to provide public comments.? If possible, please bring a written copy of your comments to leave with the Board and DBHDS staff.? If you need an interpreter or other accommodations, please contact Linda Grasewicz, Senior Planner, at 804-786-0040 or linda.grasewicz at dbhds.virginia.gov.? ? WRITTEN COMMENTS MAY BE SUBMITTED THROUGH NOVEMBER 20, 2009, to:? ??????? ??Charline Davidson, Director? ????????? Office of Planning and Development? ????????? Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services? ????????? 1220 Bank Street? ????????? P.O. Box 1797? ????????? Richmond, VA? 23218-1797? ????????? FAX:? 804-371-0092? ????????? E-MAIL:? charline.davidson at dbhds.virginia.gov? ? ================================================== ? STATE VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION PROGRAM NOW ABLE TO SERVE ADDITIONAL CLIENTS? "STIMULUS" FUNDS ENABLE OPENING OF ADDITIONAL "ORDER OF SELECTION" CATEGORY? ? In April 2009, the Virginia Department of Rehabilitative Services (DRS) opened its top category (individuals with most significant disabilities) under its Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Program's Order of Selection policy because of "stimulus" funds received from the federal American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA).? As of October 1, 2009, DRS has now opened its second highest category for individuals with significant disabilities with two serious functional limitations (SD-2).? DRS will be notifying the 900+ SD-2 waiting list individuals that they may be served and asking them to schedule an appointment with their VR counselor if they still need VR services to become or stay employed.? In addition, new applicants who meet DRS eligibility and SD-2 criteria will also be served.? ? The last two Order of Selection categories (significantly disabled with one serious functional limitation and non-significantly disabled) will remain closed until such time that DRS has sufficient funds to provide individuals in those categories with services under an Individualized Plan for Employment.? New applications in these categories will continue to be placed on the waiting list for services and referred to the Virginia Workforce Centers and other community resources for assistance to help them obtain employment.? They, however, may receive diagnostic and assessment services to help determine their VR eligibility and their serious functional limitations.? in some instances, these services may be provided at the Woodrow Wilson Rehabilitation Center (WWRC) if the client meets WWRC's admission criteria and can benefit from WWRC's services.? In addition, DRS policy allows these "wait-listed" individuals to receive certain "no cost" services (i.e. use of DRS Employment Resource Centers, attending job clubs, notifications of job openings) provided by their counselor or other VR staff if they want and need these services.? ? 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) 800-846-4464 (toll-free, voice & TTY) 804-786-1118 (fax) thomas.driscoll at vbpd.virginia.gov www.vaboard.org? From KVanArnam at virginiasupportivehousing.org Fri Oct 16 10:48:28 2009 From: KVanArnam at virginiasupportivehousing.org (Katie VanArnam) Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 10:48:28 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Team Supervisor - A Place to Start Message-ID: Team Supervisor A Place to Start (APTS) PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: A Place To Start (APTS), a program of Virginia Supportive Housing (VSH), provides permanent housing and comprehensive mental health services to individuals in the Greater Richmond area (City of Richmond, Chesterfield County, Henrico County) who have a history of chronic homelessness and have a serious mental illness. APTS is a housing first model. Housing First is a model of supportive housing that houses persons who are homeless in permanent housing as a first step in service provision. Comprehensive services (in the form of a state licensed Intensive Community Treatment Team) are then offered to program participants for as long as they may be needed. The model has been successful in housing and treating chronically homeless persons with a serious mental illness and co-occurring substance abuse disorders. APTS is based on Pathways to Housing, a successful model in New York City and Washington, D. C and replicated in over a dozen urban areas around the nation. Approximately 80% of Pathways' clients remain stably housed. Although scheduled clinical activities occur during normal working hours, a clinical staff member is available to program participants via phone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The team rotates on-call, weekend, and holiday coverage. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: This position is responsible for providing daily operation and clinical oversight of the APTS ICT team. Provides supervision and leadership to a diverse staff. Specific duties include staff supervision, staff scheduling to ensure adequate coverage, coordination and provision of mental health treatment services, coordination with VSH housing staff to facilitate permanent housing, supervision of clinical records to ensure compliance with all regulating bodies (Medicaid, DMHMRSAS licensing), coordination with community stakeholders, participation in APTS research and evaluation plan, and monitoring of budget, to include billing, with Director of Housing Access Programs. Performs other work as required. The Team Leader reports directly to VSH's Director of Housing Access Programs. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: * Bachelors Degree in Human Services field with at least three years of experience working with adults with serious mental illness required. Masters Degree in related field preferred. * Progressively increased responsibilities including supervisory experience required. * Knowledge of the mental health system, community resources, program development, psychotropic medications, and of the Intensive/Assertive Community Treatment Model required. * Experience with homeless persons and homeless service system is preferred. * Skills in assessing, diagnosing, and formulating treatment goals and implementation of recovery oriented services to persons with serious mental illness and co-occurring substance abuse disorders required. * Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding this population, and experience in Medicaid billing procedures required. * Good computer skills required. * Must have knowledge of Behavioral Management and Medication Management. * Ability to interact in a professional manner with program participants, peers, and collateral agencies required. * Good oral and written communication skills required. * Valid driver's license and ability to meet VSH driving requirements is required. * Pre-employment drug testing and FBI criminal background check required. HIRING RANGE: Starting Salary Range - $50,000 - $60,000. VSH provides a full benefits package. Additionally, clinical supervision for licensure is available. CLOSING DATE: This posting will remain open until filled. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. EOE This is a reposting for this position. Previous applicants need not apply. Interested candidates please submit cover letter and resume to jobs at virginiasupportivehousing.org or fax to 804-525-1945 Attn: APTS. Katie VanArnam, LCSW Director of Housing Access Programs Virginia Supportive Housing 525-1940 525-1945 (fax) P.O. Box 8585 Richmond, VA 23226 www.virginiasupportivehousing.org "A Proven, Permanent Solution to Homelessness" From sharon.usery at bizworkscenter.org Fri Oct 16 12:30:04 2009 From: sharon.usery at bizworkscenter.org (Sharon Usery) Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2009 12:30:04 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] RSVP Needed Now! Message-ID: <002201ca4e7d$ede8b590$c9ba20b0$@usery@bizworkscenter.org> Hello All, Tuesday the 20th is your last day to register for this important seminar! Please go to www.bizworkscenter.org/calendar.htm and register today for your seat to the Identity Theft Seminar! Sincerely, Sharon R. Usery BizWorks Enterprise Center 2545 Bellwood Road Richmond, VA 23236 804.275.5190 Ext. 1070 sharon.usery at bizworkscenter.org From reisenman at connectnetwork.org Sat Oct 17 17:49:28 2009 From: reisenman at connectnetwork.org (Rebecca Eisenman) Date: Sat, 17 Oct 2009 17:49:28 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Arts Forum Announcement Message-ID: <000001ca4f73$b4fb4580$1ef1d080$@org> The Southside Virginia Council of the Arts (SVCA) is hosting an Arts Forum 2009 on Saturday, November 7, 2009, 11:00 AM at the Petersburg Regional Art Center located at 132 N. Sycamore Street, Petersburg, VA 23803. We extend an invitation to every arts organization and individuals throughout the Southside Virginia Region who are interested in bringing the arts community together to organize efforts and maximize the strength of arts entities. We are proposing that every arts entity carry representation on the Board of Directors of the SVCA to assist us in developing a strategy and plans for moving the arts forward. This would allow for a better collaborative effort in searching for additional funding opportunities, resolving operational issues, and overall challenges that every organization faces. In addition, it would allow us to work as a collective force in marketing, maximizing community support, and the future of the entire arts community for generations. During this session, the SVCA would also like to solicit your ideas and support in the planning for the "Minds Wide Open" Women in the Arts Celebration that will be held throughout the state of Virginia in year 2010. We look forward to welcoming you at the forum. If you have any questions, please contact our board secretary, Leon Richardson (email: Gallery398 at aol.com ) or Howard Meyers at (804) 733-8200. From wakefieldfoundation at hotmail.com Sat Oct 17 19:00:19 2009 From: wakefieldfoundation at hotmail.com (Wakefield Foundation) Date: Sat, 17 Oct 2009 19:00:19 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Re-Scheduled Benefit Community Yard Sale/Wakefield Foundation Message-ID: Wakefield Foundation Benefit Community Yard Sale Re-Scheduled The Wakefield Foundation would like to invite you to our Community Yard Sale to benefit the Foundation's restoration fund. This event has been re-scheduled (due to weather) and will be held on Oct. 24th from 8:00am til 1:00pm and is located on the grounds of the Wakefield Foundation (100 Wilson Ave./ Wakefield, Va.). For more information or to reserve a space call (757) 899-2365. Sponsored by: The Wakefield Foundation Hotmail: Trusted email with Microsoft?s powerful SPAM protection. Sign up now. _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail: Free, trusted and rich email service. http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/171222984/direct/01/ From ed at rt-petersburg.org Mon Oct 19 12:50:21 2009 From: ed at rt-petersburg.org (Beth Kirby) Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 12:50:21 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] 'Fall Fixins' for Rebuilding Together *Petersburg Message-ID: <4960205F-AE58-47BD-A63F-F2D54F2CF789@rt-petersburg.org> Please join us at the 3rd annual 'Fall Fixins' fundraiser to benefit Rebuilding Together *Petersburg. Enjoy an evening with friends at the cozy Brickhouse Run Restaurant in Old Town Petersburg tasting a wonderful selection of wines, Autumn Ales and beers, along with delicious heavy hors d'oeuvres and desserts. A unique home improvement silent auction will be held for a wide range of home related items that would be perfect for your next project or a special holiday gift - you could even win yourself a handyman! Sunday November 8th from 4:00 pm to 6:30 pm Tickets $35 available at the Brickhouse Run or by calling Beth Kirby, Executive Director of Rebuilding Together *Petersburg at (804) 861-8686 From kratliff at cratercommunityhospice.org Tue Oct 20 08:51:48 2009 From: kratliff at cratercommunityhospice.org (Krista Ratliff) Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 08:51:48 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] OCT 24 ANGEL WALK Message-ID: <000001ca5184$17caf3b0$4760db10$@org> Support Crater Community Hospice Angel Walk! The 3-mile walk will be held Saturday, October 24, 2009 at 10 a.m. at the Visitors Center at Petersburg National Battlefield Park. Registration is $20 for each walker, ages 13 and older. Children walk/stroll for free. Wear your company colors and walk as a team! Proceeds from the walk benefit unfunded patient care and community education in your community. Contact Krista Ratliff at 526-4300 for information or registration forms. Krista Ratliff Development Director CCH_logo11 3916 South Crater Road Petersburg, Virginia 23805 (804) 526-4300 Fax (804) 526-4337 www:cratercommunityhospice.org "Every individual and family facing serious illness, death and grief is supported to experience life with comfort, dignity and choice." * Proud recipient of the 2009 Excellence in Organizational Management Award from the Cameron Foundation CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: The information in this email is intended only for the use of the individual or entity to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged, confidential and/or exempt from disclosure under applicable law. If you are not the intended recipient or an authorized representative of the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any review, dissemination or copying of this email and its attachments, if any, or the information contained herein is prohibited. If you have received this email in error, please immediately notify the sender by return email and delete this email from your system. Thank you -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: image/jpeg Size: 3549 bytes Desc: not available URL: From lnoel at ppls.org Mon Oct 19 15:18:47 2009 From: lnoel at ppls.org (Latryce Noel) Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 15:18:47 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Breast Cancer Awareness Seminar at Petersburg Public Library Message-ID: October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and we are proud to host an educational seminar on breast health, cancer prevention and resources. Join us at the McKenney/Central Library Branch in Petersburg on Thursday, October 22 at 6:00 p.m. to learn risk factors, early detection and so much more; please share this information with someone who may benefit from it. Presented by Crater Cares, Petersburg Health Department. The McKenney/Central Branch is located at 137 South Sycamore Street. For more information, please contact Monique at 862-8968. From ALee at cvhpa.org Tue Oct 20 10:36:49 2009 From: ALee at cvhpa.org (Angie Lee) Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 10:36:49 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] National Healthcare Decisions Day Founder/Chair Announced as 2009 Virginia A. Crockford Award Recipient Message-ID: <6B202F1A292969418A4508A88EDA9D16357468@cvhpasrv.cvhpa.local> The Central Virginia Health Planning Agency Board of Directors announced at their annual meeting on October 7, 2009 that Nathan A. Kottkamp, attorney at McGuire Woods, is the recipient of the 2009 Virginia A. Crockford Health Planning Award. This award was established in 2001 to recognize outstanding advocacy of and leadership in promoting health planning and community health improvement for the citizens of Central Virginia and the State of Virginia. Mr. Kottkamp was chosen for his commitment to health planning and community improvement to Central Virginia and to the nation at large. He is the founder and chair of the National Healthcare Decisions Day initiative, which to date, has brought together state liaisons and national organizations to increase attention and awareness to this critical health planning issue. Tens of thousands of people have executed advanced care directives as a direct result of this initiative. In addition, Mr. Kottkamp demonstrated in his involvement with volunteerism and board service in the American Red Cross, where he served as a Director and as chairman of the Leadership Development Council from 2004 to 2008. Additionally, he served on the Board of Directors for the Central Virginia Chapter of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation from 2003 to 2007 and remains active in community fundraising and awareness activities. He also participates in McGuire Woods's pro bono initiatives which provide legal services to the indigent and to the non-profit community. Angie T. Lee, RN, MHA Assistant Director Central Virginia Health Planning Agency 1808 Coyote Drive, Suite 100 Chester, VA 23836 (804) 425-8867 x104 www.cvhpa.org From southsideinfo at connectnetwork.org Tue Oct 20 10:22:36 2009 From: southsideinfo at connectnetwork.org (southsideinfo at connectnetwork.org) Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 10:22:36 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] FREE Home Buyer Seminar Message-ID: <20091020102236.lm57842nk04kos0k@mail.connectnetwork.org> You are invited to atted a FREE Home Buyer Seminar presernted by the "Wiley Group" EXIT Elite Realty and Prospect Mortgage. The event will take place at the First Baptist Church in Fellowship Hall at 236 Harrison St Petersburg VA. Saturday 10/24/2009 from 10-11:30am. Please RSVP at 1-800-439-8056 ext 2362. From suzube at comcast.net Tue Oct 20 12:23:30 2009 From: suzube at comcast.net (suzube at comcast.net) Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 16:23:30 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Free seminars for Cancer Patients Message-ID: <1761411384.189691256055810105.JavaMail.root@sz0091a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> LINC will present seminars for Cancer Patients, Cancer Survivors, their families and caregivers during November. November 11th - Legal and Financial Planning Seminar - in conjunction with the Massey Cancer Center.? From noon to 4 p.m. at the MCV Alumni House, 11th and Clay Sts, Richmond.? Free lunch, Free parking behind the Children's Pavilion at 1001 E. Marshall St. Topics include debt management, dealing with your health insurance company, social security disability, keeping your job while going through cancer treatment, medicare and medicaid, and legal documents all cancer patients should have. Door prizes will be given. Seminar is free but registration is requested by calling 1-877-644-5462 or emailing Education at cancerlinc.org . ? November 17th - Legal Papers and Documents Every Woman Should Have - a seminar for women in conjunction with the Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation and Virginia Physicians.? 6:30 - 8 p.m. at the Virginia Physicians offices, 4900 Cox Rd, Glen Allen, Va. Light refreshments provided. Seminar is free but registration is requested by calling 1-877-644-5462 or emailing Education at cancerlinc.org . ? Sharon Caldwell, PMP LINC Outreach and Education Director 804-562-0592 From reisenman at connectnetwork.org Wed Oct 21 13:02:02 2009 From: reisenman at connectnetwork.org (Rebecca Eisenman) Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 13:02:02 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Budgeting Realities Message-ID: <006401ca5270$360d8170$a2288450$@org> The need for ever nonprofit organization to correctly budget both its expectations of income and the attached costs and expenses is a necessity in this time of transparency and accountability. This workshop is focused specifically on budget management and development centered around the mission and goals of the nonprofit organization. Staff, board members and volunteers who want to be able to develop operational budgets are encouraged to attend as this workshop will provide the information necessary to manage their organization and keep better track of funds. Participants will leave with the ability to develop a clear detailed budget for their organization. The workshop will be held Tuesday, October 27 at the Hopewell Library from 9am -12pm. For more information and registration please visit www.ConnectNetwork.org/NPTrainings 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 rodriguezccia at yahoo.com Wed Oct 21 12:29:14 2009 From: rodriguezccia at yahoo.com (Cecily Rodriguez) Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 09:29:14 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Supporting Aging In Place Message-ID: <455807.71860.qm@web56402.mail.re3.yahoo.com> ? there is no place like home Supporting Aging in Place ? November 10, 2009 9:00am?3:00pm ? Box Lunch Included ? Deep Run Recreation Center 9910 Ridgefield Parkway Richmond, VA 23233 ? County of Henrico ? Registration fee $15.00 Sponsored by the Area Planning and Services Committee on Aging with Lifelong Disabilities (APSC) ????? ?9:00 am - 9:30 am??Registration and light breakfast snacks ? 9:30 am - 9:45 am?Welcome and Overview ? 9:45 am -10:45 am??Supporting Aging in Place:? Deirdre Ramirez, RN, MSN Nurse Educator, Piedmont Geriatric Hospital ? 10:45am - 11:00 am Break ? 11:00am - 12:30pm Community Supports ??????? A Grace Place:? Lynn Seward, CEO???? ??????? Special Olympics:? Floyd Miller, Director of Urban Programs ??????? Riggins Residential:? Barbara Riggins, Executive Director ?????????????? 12:30pm - 1:30pm?Lunch ? 1:30pm - 3:00pm Recreational Supports ?????? Henrico Recreation and Parks ?????? Meghan St. Clair, Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator ?????? Chesterfield Parks and Recreation Kelly Smith, Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator ? Training Objectives:????????????????? ????????? + Gain knowledge about aging in place + Learn about community supports available + The benefits of recreation and exercise ????????? ? Target Audience: ????????? +?? Case Managers ????????? +?? Day Support Providers ???????? +?? Group Home Direct Care staff ???????? +?? All Care Providers ? ? Directions: Deep Run Recreation Center Deep Run Park 9910 Ridgefield Parkway Richmond VA, 23233 (804) 290-0305 ? ? Take I-64 to Gaskins Road South. Continue on Gaskins Road to Ridgefield Parkway. Make a right onto Ridgefield Parkway. Deep Run Park is approximately ? mile on the right. Enter Park and look for the Recreation Center on your left. ? ?Registration Process ? Registration deadline is November 2, 2009 ? Name (s):? _____________________________________________________________ ? Agency: ____________________________________________ ? Address:??______________________________________________________________________ ? Phone Number: ____________________________ E-mail: __________________________________ ? Total Amount Enclosed: ________________________ $15.00???? register by 11/2/09 please send registration and MAKE PAYMENT to: ? Richmond Residential Services, Inc. 1000 North Thompson Street Richmond, Virginia 23230 Attn: Eric Drumheller (804) 358-2211 ext. 33 Fax (804) 355-6759 ? Must be registered in advance to attend. ?Registration fee is $15.00 per person to cover lunch and materials. From ssain at richmond.edu Wed Oct 21 09:58:56 2009 From: ssain at richmond.edu (Robinson Sain, Sue) Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 09:58:56 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Expert on international poverty and injustice speaks at noon Friday, free at UR Message-ID: <5F1668E2B81AAF42A7648EE339ED83E733E1D2BE9B@UREXCHANGESCC.richmond.edu> Dear Connect members: The next Jepson Leadership Forum program (free and open to all) features Irene Zubaida Khan, Secretary General of Amnesty International. She will speak on "Hard Truths on Poverty and Human Rights" Friday, Oct. 23 at NOON in Camp Concert Hall, Modlin Center for the Arts, University of Richmond. Her one-hour long talk is free and open to all. Tickets are not required. Please pass the word among your colleagues and friends who are interested in human rights and justice for all. About the Topic: Indignity, deprivation, suppression, insecurity, inequality: All are common experiences for many people. What does living in dignity mean to us? What responsibility do we have to advocate for the rule of law, the right to peaceful protest, and the need for a global, holistic, economic, social, and cultural solution to poverty and human rights abuses? Irene Khan, leader of Amnesty International, shares her view on the state of our world, from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe, from the streets of Iran to the oil fields of the Niger Delta. About the Speaker: Irene Zubaida Khan is the Secretary General of Amnesty International, the human rights organization. She is the first woman, the first Asian, the first Bangladeshi, and the first Muslim to hold the organization's highest leadership position. Khan grew up in a relatively wealthy family in what was then the eastern, Bengali-speaking wing of Pakistan (now Bangladesh), which was racked by poverty. Human rights abuses during the Bangladesh Liberation War, in which Bangladesh achieved independence, shaped Khan's activist viewpoint. She left Bangladesh as a teenager for school in Northern Ireland, and later studied at the University of Manchester and earned a law degree at Harvard University. She helped create several human rights organizations and then spent 20 years at the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees. She led important teams in India and Kosovo. In 2001, her first year as Amnesty's leader, she reformed Amnesty's response to crisis situations and initiated a global campaign against violence toward women. Sue Robinson Director, Community Programs and Alumni Relations Jepson School of Leadership Studies Jepson Hall, Room 237 University of Richmond, VA 23173 www.jepson.richmond.edu 804-287-6627 From LRohr at moc.org Wed Oct 21 14:25:24 2009 From: LRohr at moc.org (Leo Rohr) Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 14:25:24 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Archives Month in Virginia Events Message-ID: <02D2744AD2AB4645BE301A91328D3A2C26C690@MOCMAIN.moc.org.local> The Museum of the Confederacy is proud to host two free events as part of Archives Month in Virginia! On 10/27/2009, enjoy free admission to the Museum and attend the Virginia History and Archives Fair from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The participating institutions will all have stations showcasing their individual archival practices and accomplishments. Participants include the Museum of the Confederacy, Library of Virginia, Medical College of Virginia, Mid-Atlantic Regional Archives Conference, Roanoke College, Valentine Richmond History Center, Virginia Commonwealth University, Virginia Historical Society, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, and Virginia State Historical Records Advisory Board. The fair will be highlighted by a lecture at noon from Brian Daugherity, Collateral Instructor and Assistant to the Chair of the History Department at Virginia Commonwealth University. On 10/29/2009, following special events at the Library of Virginia , come take a behind-the-scenes tour of the Museum of the Confederacy's archives at 3:30 PM. See how the Museum preserves and stores its document collection and learn more about the Museum's public research services. Please RSVP to troane at moc.org for this free event. Free parking is available both days in the MCV Visitors Parking Deck located on 12th Street. For more information, call 804-649-1861, or visit the Museum's calendar of events . Leo Rohr Marketing Specialist The Museum of the Confederacy 1201 E. Clay St. Richmond, VA 23219 804-649-1861 x.41 lrohr at moc.org Follow the Museum on -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: image/gif Size: 1159 bytes Desc: image002.gif URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: image/gif Size: 1789 bytes Desc: image004.gif URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: image/gif Size: 1804 bytes Desc: image006.gif URL: From Patrick.Nicolas at cccofva.org Wed Oct 21 13:17:29 2009 From: Patrick.Nicolas at cccofva.org (Nicolas, Patrick) Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 13:17:29 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Foster Care Orientation in Chesterfield. Message-ID: <94A955445FA82C4F982BAA3E5BCD8246015D34DE@cccex01.cccrichmond.cccofvirginia.org> COMMONWEALTH CATHOLIC CHARITES FOSTER CARE OREINTATION: The Staff of Commonwealth Catholic Charities foster care program cordially invites you to attend our foster care orientation. Information about foster care, foster to adopt, different foster care programs at CCC, and the requirements to be a foster parent will be discussed. Come find out if foster care is for you. When: Wednesday November 4, 2009 Where: Chesterfield Historical Society 10201 Iron Bridge Road Chesterfield, VA 23238 Please RSVP to BeBe Tran At (804) 545-5949 or Bebe.Tran at cccofva.org For more information about Commonwealth Catholic Charities visit us at www.cccofva.org Hope to see you there! Patrick Nicolas, MSW Foster Care Commonwealth Catholic Charities 1512 Willow Lawn Drive, PO Box 6565 Richmond, VA 23230-0565 office-(804) 545-5962 fax-(804) 285-9130 www.cccofva.org From reisenman at connectnetwork.org Thu Oct 22 11:23:53 2009 From: reisenman at connectnetwork.org (Rebecca Eisenman) Date: Thu, 22 Oct 2009 11:23:53 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Putting surveys to work for you: market research and fund development Message-ID: <001c01ca532b$ab9d6ac0$02d84040$@org> Surveys provide meaningful answers to critical questions of nonprofit management strategies, derived directly from what your constituents and supporters are actually thinking and feeling. Additionally, surveys are useful and effective evaluation tools that provide the essential data needed in the evaluation component of most grant proposals. In these economic times, all funders want to see meaningful results from the programs and organizations they support. Survey Design & Analysis workshop at the Hopewell Library on Thursday, October 29, 2009 from 9am - 12pm. More information and registration available at www.ConnectSouthside.org/NPTrainings 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 rpec.1 at juno.com Thu Oct 22 21:46:06 2009 From: rpec.1 at juno.com (rpec.1 at juno.com) Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2009 01:46:06 GMT Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Peace Center Auction and Dinner to be held November 7 Message-ID: <20091022.214606.7437.0@webmail05.dca.untd.com> Reservations are still available for the Richmond Peace Education Center?s annual fundraising auction and dinner on Saturday, November 7. The event will begin at 6 p.m. atop the Troutman Sanders Building, 1000 Haxall Point, on Brown?s Island. Reservations are available by calling the Peace Center at 232-1002 or emailing tickets at rpec.org. The cost is $25 in advance; $30 at the door. Reservations for children 12 and under are available for $15. A list of featured auction items is now posted at the Peace Center?s web site?www.rpec.org. This year?s auction feature great food and hundreds of exciting items to bid on. Items include a variety of art objects, ethnic meals, gift certificates from local restaurants, tours from Segway of Richmond, air tickets to anywhere in the United States, and vacation stays in the Outer Banks and in Vieques, Puerto Rico. Also at the event, the Richmond Organization for Sexual Minority Youth (ROSMY) will be honored as the 2009 Peacemaker of the Year. This annual award recognizes a Richmond-area citizen or organization that has contributed significantly in the struggle for peace and justice. For more information or reservations call 232-1002, or email rpec at rpec.org Paul Fleisher, assistant to the director Richmond Peace Education Center ____________________________________________________________ Best Weight Loss Program - Click Here! http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL2131/fc/BLSrjnsEGrHiIFoDcznmo2JcELVKYbbhXJuf3jeD8kcIcHZcwmyMgJu69Is/ From waustin at connectnetwork.org Fri Oct 23 14:30:09 2009 From: waustin at connectnetwork.org (Wendy Austin) Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2009 14:30:09 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] COLLABORATION Forum references Message-ID: <003401ca540e$dc185d20$94491760$@org> Dear Southside community, Great thanks to the presenters, generous partners, and 100+ participants from the Southside region's nonprofit, government and business sectors for making Monday's Community Forum, "Collaboration for Long-term Sustainability" a huge success. Several additional resources were mentioned at the conference. For your convenience they are listed below. PUBLICATIONS available in the Nonprofit Resource Center in the Hopewell Library - Forming Alliances by Linda Hoskins and Emil Angelica - Strategic restructuring for nonprofit organizations : mergers, integrations, and alliances by Amelia Kohm and David La Piana - Non-profit organizations : challenges and collaboration by Alfred Vernis ... [et al.] ONLINE RESOURCES on www.ConnectSouthside.org/running, Keyword: Collaboration - Insight Legal Services Documents: http://www.insightcced.org/index.php?page=legalpubs#sca - Fieldstone Alliance: http://www.fieldstonealliance.org/client/tools.cfm - Shared services: http://www.nonprofitcenters.org/resources/resources-list/ As we at Southside Community Partners go forward working to support and strengthen our community by supporting the Southside nonprofit sector, we look forward to your ideas, input and participation to continue the momentum toward positive collaborative change. Wendy Austin Director 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 waustin at connectnetwork.org www.ConnectSouthside.org O) 804-458-6329 x2017 M) 804- 543-0325 F) 804-452-0909 "Building community capacity, collaboration and communication" Find us on: Facebook LinkedIn Twitter From HarrisG at yourunitedway.org Fri Oct 23 14:16:07 2009 From: HarrisG at yourunitedway.org (Gail Harris) Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2009 14:16:07 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Request for survey completion Message-ID: <400F7BC67F05F241B03A739B5F4A04640170CBA8@uwsms1.yourunitedway.org> Nonprofit Learning Point, formerly called Especially for Nonprofits, is an educational program that offers high quality, affordable courses, conferences and training to members of the nonprofit community in the Richmond region. We are gathering feedback from people who have participated in the program and from people who have not. Please complete one of the following surveys by Thursday, October 29th. For CURRENT AND FORMER STUDENTS OF Nonprofit Learning Point / Especially for Nonprofits: http://www.zoomerang.com/Survey/?p=WEB229R4WXLJGS If you have NEVER taken a course through Nonprofit Learning Point / Especially for Nonprofits: http://www.zoomerang.com/Survey/?p=WEB229R4V5LHDD The surveys are being administered by United Way's Research and Evaluation Department so if you have any questions, please contact Lillian Taylor at 771-5842 or taylorl at yourunitedway.org. Thank you for your participation! Gail P. Harris, Sr. VP Marketing & Research, United Way of Greater Richmond & Petersburg: 804-771-5871 From bridge.collaboration at gmail.com Mon Oct 26 14:48:44 2009 From: bridge.collaboration at gmail.com (The Bridge) Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 13:48:44 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] 2nd GREATER RICHMOND NONPROFIT NETWORKING SOCIAL In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: THE GREATER RICHMOND NONPROFIT NETWORKING SOCIAL The Bridge Community Development Corporation (The Bridge CDC) is hosting the 2nd Annual Greater Richmond Nonprofit Networking Social and wants you to attend! The event is on THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5TH, 2009 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. We are inviting all community organizations of the Richmond Metropolitan area. All nonprofit organizations, colleges/universities, community action committees, volunteer organizations, human service agencies, social/networking organizations, churches/faith based organizations, and local merchant associations/chambers of commerce are strongly encouraged to attend. This event was a huge success last year with over 50 organizations represented and over 100 people in attendance. The purpose for this event is for us all to come together in an informal setting an exchange ideas of how to help our organizations grow, collaborate, weather the current economic storm, and enjoy great food will help while we do it. So comeout and make new contacts, reunite with old contacts, and enjoy change spurring conversation. Admission is $10 per person. Heavy hors d'ouevres will be served. This event will be at Nacho Mama's, 7610 Left Flank Rd, Mechanicsville, VA 23116-3840 If you would like us to email you a registeration form, please email your name, organization and contact information to The Bridge CDC at nonprofitnetworkingsocial at bridgeamerica.org. Everyone must register by Thursday, October 29th. Feel free to contact us with questions at bridge.collaboration at gmail.com or call (804) 651-4888. EVENT IS SPONSORED IN PART BY THE HISPANIC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, THE RICHMOND CITY COALITION, PROFESSIONAL CONSTRUCTION AND THE PEANUT STORE CONTACT: Joy Harris Event Coordinator nonprofitnetworkingsocial at bridgeamerica.org From lnoel at ppls.org Mon Oct 26 16:09:30 2009 From: lnoel at ppls.org (Latryce Noel) Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 16:09:30 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Write Your Novel at Petersburg Public Library Message-ID: The Petersburg Public Library is participating in National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo); a fun, seat-of-your-pants approach to novel writing. Participants begin writing November 1 with a goal to write a 175-page (50,000-word) novel by midnight, November 30. The Petersburg Public Library is supporting this movement by hosting a kick-off party, writing labs and a TGIO (Thank God It's Over) party to help keep you motivated and inspired to reach your goal. Come to the Kick-Off Party on Thursday, October 29 at 6:00pm at the McKenney/Central Branch Library. Get the resources you need to get going, to include kits, books and more. Don't be intimidated by the timeframe and word count; the objective is to get conquer procrastination and start writing. Please register for the kick-off by calling Latryce Noel at 733-2387, x29 or emailing lnoel at ppls.org. The McKenney/Central Library is located at 137 South Sycamore Street, Petersburg. More information is available at www.ppls.org. You can do it, we can help! From reisenman at connectnetwork.org Tue Oct 27 09:46:01 2009 From: reisenman at connectnetwork.org (Rebecca Eisenman) Date: Tue, 27 Oct 2009 09:46:01 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Employee Recruitment and Retention Message-ID: <001001ca570b$d622c4a0$82684de0$@org> Human resources are both the greatest asset and greatest risk influencing any businesses success. There is no exception in the non-profit sector, particularly given the limited resources available in recruiting, training and retaining highly qualified staff. This session will provide non-profit leaders and managers with specific skills essential to managing and retaining quality staff, and strategies for implementing these skills into everyday practice in their own organization. Participants will leave this session with a detailed set of Team Built's 10 Tips for effective management and retention as well as a variety of skills from which to build a customized plan of action to meet their non-profits needs. Tuesday, November 3, 2009 from 9am - 12pm at the Hopewell Library More information as well as registration and payment available at www.ConnectSouthside.org/NPTrainings or by calling (804) 458-6329 ext 2013. 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 FBrown at pathways-va.org Tue Oct 27 10:58:31 2009 From: FBrown at pathways-va.org (Frank Brown) Date: Tue, 27 Oct 2009 10:58:31 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Free Flu Shots Tomorrow Message-ID: Pathways has 180 seasonal (not H1N1) flu shots available, which we will be administering free-of-charge to the public on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009, Noon-3pm (or until we run out). Check http://twitter.com/PathwaysVA for updates on supply/availability. The shots will be provided at 1200 W. Washington St., Petersburg, VA 23803. No appointment necessary, first come, first served. Frank Brown Administrative Assistant Pathways 1200 W. Washington St. Petersburg, VA 23803 804-862-1104 ext. 311 From hillary2 at exchange.vt.edu Tue Oct 27 10:46:04 2009 From: hillary2 at exchange.vt.edu (Blythe, Hillary) Date: Tue, 27 Oct 2009 10:46:04 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Silver Street Band @ Airfield 4-H Center this Saturday + Wayne Cooke, DJ Message-ID: <9269AB049ED62741A28FBF28706E31D325113848BF@fangorn.cc.w2k.vt.edu> Please know that Silver Street Band will be playing here at Airfield on October 31, 2009 from 9 to 1 as a special fundraiser for the Center. Tickets are on sale for $10 per person. [cid:image001.jpg at 01CA56F0.BF653060] Costumes are welcome, not required. There will be a contest if you choose to participate. 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Date: Tuesday, 11/4/09 from 12-2pm Location: Appomattox Regional Library, 245 Cawson St, Hopewell VA 23860 For additional info and eligibility requirements, contact Deborah Hanson at 804-722-0490 or email: dhanson at virginiasupportivehousing.org . From reisenman at connectnetwork.org Wed Oct 28 09:16:40 2009 From: reisenman at connectnetwork.org (Rebecca Eisenman) Date: Wed, 28 Oct 2009 09:16:40 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Still Time to Register for A New Deal: Next Steps for Collaboration Message-ID: <000701ca57d0$e34a9390$a9dfbab0$@org> The nonprofit sector is on the threshold of revolutionary change, triggered in part by the recent upheaval in our economic systems. To remain viable and effective in meeting community needs, individual organizations, leaders, staff members, volunteers and patrons of those organizations collectively, must become the leaders of change in thought, perspective and action about the work of nonprofits. Opportunity and innovation are born out of adversity, so there is no better time for the nonprofit sector to champion a "new deal" with broader community. Building on the foundation laid at the Southside Community Partners' Community Forum on Collaboration for Long-term Sustainability, this workshop will: Frame the new issues and perspectives of the work of nonprofits; Promote proactive roles in developing solutions to sustainability; Design a baseline understanding about the dynamics of community and nonprofit alliances; and Explore the continuum of options and active strategies available for increasing impact and success. Wednesday, November 4, 2009 from 2pm - 5pm at the Hopewell Library. More information as well as registration and payment options available at www.ConnectSouthside.org/NPTRainings 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 Raise money for ConnectSouthside just by searching the Internet or shopping online with GoodSearch - www.goodsearch.com From southsideinfo at connectnetwork.org Tue Oct 27 14:59:29 2009 From: southsideinfo at connectnetwork.org (southsideinfo at connectnetwork.org) Date: Tue, 27 Oct 2009 14:59:29 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Bridging our Communities 1st Service Providers Conference Message-ID: <20091027145929.avwrbfo5s8wk4ss4@mail.connectnetwork.org> Dear Partners of the Community, It is with great pleasure to be apart of Bridging our Communities 1st Service Providers Conference in the area. The conference will provide invaluable information regarding our partners in the community and the service they provide. Imagine how much more efficient our day would be if we were able to access needed information quickly. The goal of the Conference is to meet other providers and through meeting these providers, it will provide even greater probability to connect with the needed services of the target populations we serve. There will be sessions for those persons who provide direct services and/or instructions, administrators/managers/directors and Board of Directors. The conference is set for November 20, 2009 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and lunch will be included as well as much information. We have speakers who have been recognized throughout the state as some of the most requested speakers. The conference location will be held at 601 Cameron Avenue, Colonial Heights, Va. The cost is $5.00 per person. Please RSVP by November 6, 2009. Sincerely, Rosa Johnson-Tuma, Serenity (804) 861-9977 Jajuana Chaplin, Petersburg Social Services (804) 861-4720 extension 3025 Cileita Wells, District 19 Community Service Board (804) 862-8002 ext. 3037 From DHanson at virginiasupportivehousing.org Tue Oct 27 11:27:59 2009 From: DHanson at virginiasupportivehousing.org (Deborah Hanson) Date: Tue, 27 Oct 2009 11:27:59 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Free VHDA Homebuyer's Workshop/Hopewell, VA Message-ID: V Virginia Supportive Housing's Financial Foundations Program presents: A Free homebuyer's workshop to prepare first time homebuyers with the steps involved in pursuing home ownership. Modules include: personal finances, credit reports, working with a realtor, working with a lender, and more. Free lunch provided. Date: Saturday, 11/7/09, from 10:15am-4:15pm Location: Appomattox Regional Library, 245 E Cawson St, Hopewell VA 23860 Contact Deborah Hanson at 804-722-0490 or email:dhanson at virginiasupportivehousing.org to pre-register. C From bridge.collaboration at gmail.com Tue Oct 27 13:20:00 2009 From: bridge.collaboration at gmail.com (The Bridge) Date: Tue, 27 Oct 2009 12:20:00 -0500 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Correction: 2nd Annual Greater Richmond Nonprofit Networking Social Message-ID: The Greater Richmond Nonprofit Networking Social The Bridge Community Development Corporation (The Bridge CDC) is hosting the 2nd Annual Greater Richmond Nonprofit Networking Social and wants you to attend! The event is on: Thursday, November 5th, 2009 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. We are inviting all community organizations of the Richmond Metropolitan area. All nonprofit organizations, colleges/universities, community action committees, volunteer organizations, human service agencies, social/networking organizations, churches/faith based organizations, and local merchant associations/chambers of commerce are strongly encouraged to attend. This event was a huge success last year with over 50 organizations represented and over 100 people in attendance. The purpose for this event is for us all to come together in an informal setting an exchange ideas of how to help our organizations grow, collaborate, weather the current economic storm, and enjoy great food will help while we do it. So comeout and make new contacts, reunite with old contacts, and enjoy change spurring conversation. Admission is $10 per person. Heavy hors d'ouevres will be served. This event will be at Nacho Mama's, 7610 Left Flank Rd, Mechanicsville, VA 23116-3840 If you would like us to email you a registeration form, please email your name, organization and contact information to The Bridge CDC at nonprofitnetworkingsocial at bridgeamerica.org or download a form from Everyone must have sent their registration form via email to nonprofitnetworkingsocial at bridgeamerica.org by Friday, October 30th (As a courtesy, you may simply email your responses to the questions on the form, if you experience any trouble emailing the form with your responses). Payment must be postmarked by Friday, October 30th. Feel free to contact us with questions at bridge.collaboration at gmail.com or call (804) 651-4888. Event is sponsored in part by the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, The Richmond City Coalition, Professional Construction and The Peanut Store. Contact: Joy Harris Event Coordinator nonprofitnetworkingsocial at bridgeamerica.org From FBrown at pathways-va.org Tue Oct 27 15:01:14 2009 From: FBrown at pathways-va.org (Frank Brown) Date: Tue, 27 Oct 2009 15:01:14 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] YouthBuild Induction Ceremony Message-ID: Come show your support for our newest class of YouthBuild students. This ceremony will mark the induction of our largest class to date (over 50 students). What: YouthBuild Induction Ceremony When: Thursday, October 29, 2009 1:30-3:30pm Where: 1200 W. Washington St., Petersburg, VA 23803 From heather at thejameshouse.org Wed Oct 28 10:49:44 2009 From: heather at thejameshouse.org (Heather Martin) Date: Wed, 28 Oct 2009 10:49:44 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Flea for All Postponed! Message-ID: <003701ca57dd$e458e360$ad0aaa20$@org> Recently, you were either invited to or you registered to participate in the Flea for All event this coming Saturday, October 31. Unfortunately, they are calling for thunderstorms that day so we are postponing the event and our rain date is November 7th; the following Saturday. For those of you who did not sign up, please consider joining us on November 7th either as vendors selling items or as buyers coming out to support your local community organizations raise some money! I've attached the flyer below for those who may have questions or would like to consider participating. Please feel free to contact me with any questions! Thanks, Heather Martin Domestic Violence Intervention Advocate 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. Flea for All A Community Flea Market The James House would like to invite your organization to participate in a community flea market that we hope becomes an annual event. The Flea for All will be a flea market where local organizations can sell items to raise money. Event Details: Saturday, November 7th Gregory Memorial Church 6300 Courthouse Road Prince George, VA 23875 * Local non-profit organizations & church groups can set up free of charge. o If your agency does not have many items to sell, consider asking staff, board members and community contacts to donate items that can be sold. o The James House has also asked in-kind donors if they would mind if their donation was sold at a fundraiser if it is not suitable for a current client. We have had a very positive response. o Raise money while raising awareness about your cause and services offered. * For-profit companies will not be charged to set up but are asked to dedicate a portion of their proceeds to a participating non-profit agency of their choosing. o Any vendors selling restricted products must get their own permits including food vendors. * Tables, chairs, tents or any other display needs must be brought by your organization - none will be supplied by the Church or The James House. * Set up begins at 6:30am and the flea market will be open to the public from 7am-2pm. Responses or questions should be to directed Heather Martin at heather at thejameshouse.org Come help us raise awareness & money while offering great deals for people in our community! -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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Thursday, November 5, 2009 from 9-am - 12pm Hopewell Library For more information as well as registration and payment options please visit www.ConnectSouthside.org/NPTrainings 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 Raise money for ConnectSouthside just by searching the Internet or shopping online with GoodSearch - www.goodsearch.com From anne at biav.net Wed Oct 28 12:01:10 2009 From: anne at biav.net (Anne McDonnell) Date: Wed, 28 Oct 2009 12:01:10 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] job posting Message-ID: JOB AD: Resource Coordinator Nonprofit seeking experienced human service professional for resource coordinator position for Southside Virginia. Duties include education, outreach, resource development, leadership in local disability initiatives. Position requires college degree in human service field, ability to work independently, public speaking, excellent written communication skills, and proficiency with MS Office; experience in brain injury preferred. Send resume and short writing sample to 1506 Willow Lawn Dr., Suite 112, Richmond VA 23230 by 12/1/09. Anne McDonnell, MPA, OTR/L, CBIST Executive Director Brain Injury Association of Virginia 1506 Willow Lawn Dr., Suite 112 Richmond, Virginia 23230 Phone: 804-355-5748 / 800-344-8443 Fax: 804-355-6381 The mission of the Brain Injury Association of Virginia is to create a better future for Virginians through brain injury prevention, research, education, advocacy and support. Community support is critical to achieving our mission; please donate. This message may contain confidential information. Unless you are the addressee (or authorized to receive for the addressee) you may not copy, use or distribute this information or information contained in attachments. If you have received this message in error, please delete it and notify us by return e-mail or by calling 804-355-5748. From heather at thejameshouse.org Thu Oct 29 09:32:27 2009 From: heather at thejameshouse.org (Heather Martin) Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 09:32:27 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Free Training for Providers Message-ID: <002901ca589c$421538f0$c63faad0$@org> Understanding Sexual and Domestic Violence The James House will be holding a training workshop for service providers, community leaders and clergy to understand : * What are the definitions of domestic & sexual violence? * Why do they stay? * What are some signs to look for? * How do victims behave when in crisis? * How do you respond? * What services are there available to victims? * What resources are available to victims and community members? * What can The James House do to help? All materials will be provided & resources flyers will be distributed free of charge. This training is free and will be held: November 17, 2009 from 10am - 12pm Pamplin Administration Building in Dinwiddie County 14016 Boydton Plank Road Dinwiddie, VA 23841 Multi-Purpose Room Please register at http://thejameshouse.org/services.html or contact Gloria at (804) 458-2704 or gloria at thejameshouse.org Registration deadline is November 11th so please register soon! The flyer is also attached so please post this in your organization for your staff to see and consider attending. Thank you! Heather Martin Domestic Violence Intervention Advocate 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: winmail.dat Type: application/ms-tnef Size: 42413 bytes Desc: not available URL: From reisenman at connectnetwork.org Thu Oct 29 13:41:46 2009 From: reisenman at connectnetwork.org (Rebecca Eisenman) Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 13:41:46 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Be Featured in Richmond Magazine's December Issue! Message-ID: <002001ca58bf$168e41e0$43aac5a0$@org> Have your nonprofit's volunteer and donation needs listed in Richmond Magazine's December issue of Connect for Good. Take advantage of this opportunity to get your organization some attention and have your needs satisfied. Please send donation and volunteer information along with a brief description of the program or purpose and contact name and number to 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 lnoel at ppls.org Thu Oct 29 15:59:47 2009 From: lnoel at ppls.org (Latryce Noel) Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 15:59:47 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Learn how to maximize your 2009 refund with new tax credits! Message-ID: There are many tax credits available to you for 2009. Join us for an informative session led by an H & R Block representative as they explain some of the 2009 tax laws. If you are thinking about buying a home for the first time, replacing drafty old windows or if you are interested in Earned Income Credit changes, Child Tax Credit or the Education Credit changes you will not want to miss this educational program. Learn about these and more at a free workshop held on Tuesday, November 3 at 6:00 p.m. at the McKenney/Central Branch Library in Petersburg. We will provide participants with useful checklists, so please register by calling 733-2387 or emailing cbell at ppls.org. McKenney Branch Library is located at 137 South Sycamore Street in Petersburg. From FBrown at pathways-va.org Thu Oct 29 14:54:47 2009 From: FBrown at pathways-va.org (Frank Brown) Date: Thu, 29 Oct 2009 14:54:47 -0400 Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] PPA bus & flu shots Message-ID: Pathways will be hosting the Partnership for Prescription Assistance "Help is Here Express" Bus on Wednesday, November 4, noon-3pm at 1200 W. Washington St., Petersburg. The purpose of the bus is to help uninsured Virginians gain access to information on programs that provide prescription medicines for free or nearly free. Patients should bring a list of their medications when they visit the bus. The "Help is Here Express" is staffed by trained specialists who will help patients access information and enroll in any of the hundreds of patient assistance programs that are a part of PPA. When the "Help is Here Express" moves on, patients can visit PPA's easy-to-use Web site (www.pparx.org ) or call the toll-free phone number (1-888-4PPA-NOW) where trained operators field calls in 150 languages. In addition, we still have a limited supply of free seasonal flu shots available, which we will be administering while the PPA bus is here. No appointment necessary, first come, first served. Sorry, this vaccine is approved for adults only. Frank Brown Administrative Assistant Pathways 1200 W. Washington St. Petersburg, VA 23803 804-862-1104 ext. 311 From amandalandes at yahoo.com Fri Oct 30 16:26:01 2009 From: amandalandes at yahoo.com (Amanda Landes) Date: Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:26:01 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [ConnectSouthside.org] Budgeting and Fundraising for Volunteer Involvement Message-ID: <234214.74898.qm@web54101.mail.re2.yahoo.com> GRAVA (Greater Richmond Association for Volunteer Administration) invites you to join us for a professional development workshop on Budgeting and Fundraising for Volunteer Involvement Cash-strapped organizations seldom give priority to volunteer programs when it comes to funding.? This workshop will address this reality and provide creative strategies to volunteer managers on how to mobilize available resources in support of volunteer programs.? Guest speakers will be Kelly del Campo Merricks and Laurie Rogers (see below).? DATE: Thursday, November 5, 2009 TIME: 8:30am-10:30am LOCATION: Virginia Department of Health, Richmond Medical Reserve Corps ??400 E. Cary Street, Richmond, VA 23219 FEE: No charge for GRAVA members; $5.00 at the door for non-members RSVP: Contact Alison at ajonesnassar at verizon.net or 804-379-8240 by November 3 NOTE ABOUT PARKING: Carpooling is recommended!? Limited parking is available in VDH lot at the corner of 4th & Cary- meeting attendees can park in Reserved spaces 1-8 and Visitor spaces 14-29.? Street parking is also available (bring quarters for the meter). Kelly del Campo Merricks has been in the nonprofit development field for over ten years and currently serves as Director of Development with Westminster Canterbury Foundation, where she works in planned giving and major gifts.? Laurie Rogers has been a grant writer and fundraising consultant for non-profits in the Richmond area for fifteen years.? Her clients include Peter Paul Development Center, where she is currently sharing the position of Director of Development.