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May CSN Meeting: Workforce Development Programs

Thank you for your interest in attending our May 1, 2024 Community Support Network meeting.

Our focus will be on programs that support Workforce Development for youth and adults.

We will hear presentations from Connecting Point, the Youth Leadership Development Project, Bright Futures for Youth, and others.

This meeting will be held virtually on Teams and you’ll receive a meeting link after registering. We’re looking forward to meeting with you on May 1, 2024 from 3:30-5pm

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Event Information

Superheroes For Prevention Community Barbecue!

April is Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month, and with that The Child Abuse Prevention Council of Western Nevada County (CAPC) is hosting the 2nd Annual Superheroes for Prevention Community BBQ.

We invite you to wear your favorite superhero costume, shirt, cape, or come as you are & join us for a FREE fun-filled day, run through & play games in giant blue foam bubbles, facepainting by the wonderfully talented Donya, super cool balloon twisting by Twistin Tim, meet & take pictures with superheroes, enjoy a free tasty BBQ lunch featuring food items from local grocers & Nevada County Free Range Beef!

**Please bring a change of dry clothes and a towel if you’d like dry off after enjoying the giant foam bubbles.**

Please register at EventBrite here.

Volunteers Needed.

Please consider volunteering & lending a hand with a variety of duties the day of the event!

To sign up for an available slot, please visit here.

Host a Table for your Organization.

Interested in participating by hosting a table for your community organization?

Please see here to sign up.

Share on Social Media.

Please help us spread the word on Social Media by sharing the event link!

See here for Facebook Event.

Mental Health Resources for New Parents.

Explore the array of family group resources offered by the Nevada County Public Health department,

designed for expecting parents, new parents,

and those experiencing postpartum depression or anxiety.

See more information here.

Your Input Matters.

The Community Support Network of Nevada County will be hosting the Parent Guardian Advisory Council monthly meetings.

These meetings aim to enhance and refine the provision of services to families residing in Nevada County and the Tahoe/Truckee area.

Participants will receive compensation for their time and involvement in this group.

Pre-registration is mandatory for parents and guardians interested in participating.

To register for Western Nevada County, please reach out to Alyssa at csnncorg@gmail.com.

For the Tahoe Truckee area, contact Beatriz at tahoetruckeecapc@gmail.com.

Researchers from New York University, in collaboration with the California Department of Social Services Child Care and Development Division,

are conducting an interview study to explore the experiences of single mothers with the child care voucher program.

The interviews can be scheduled at your convenience. Rest assured, any information shared will be kept confidential.

Participants will receive a $35 compensation as a token of appreciation. Participation is voluntary and will not impact your relationship with the program.

Your identity will remain protected, and research findings will only be presented anonymously.

Online Survey.

Therapy dogs love children and books, so what better place to spend the afternoon than the library?

Children of all ages are welcome to stop by and meet one of these hard-working dogs, practice reading out loud, share a favorite picture book, or just say “howdy.”

Tuesdays; 3:00 pm: Penn Valley and Bear River
Wednesdays; 3:00 pm: Madelyn Helling
Thursdays; 3:00 pm: Grass Valley

Join us at the Raise Them Up Fair for Foster Youth Services & Child Welfare Services!

This event is all about fostering a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere for everyone, while celebrating the foster care community and offering valuable resources and connections.

Admission is free, and people of all ages are encouraged to join us for a day filled with fun, learning, and community building.

Don’t forget to stop by the SNCS booth; see you there!

Exciting news starting May!

On May 6th, the Play & Learn Playgroup is shifting to Mondays (no longer on Fridays), running from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Even better, it’s now completely free to join!

Join us in The Learning Center every Monday morning for engaging developmental activities, socializing, and lots of fun playtime.

Although participation is open to all families at no charge, we kindly ask that you register with Amber at AmberM@sncs.org, as space is limited.

Interested in discovering additional opportunities for the children in your care?

Join us every Thursday from 10-11 a.m. to engage the children under your supervision in enjoyable learning activities designed to educate and foster their growth and development.

Each month will highlight a new focus on various activities.

This group is designed for License Exempt Providers, child caregivers, nannies, grandparents, or anyone looking after a child.

There are still available slots, reach out to CindyS@sncs.org to register (free of charge).

Two Little Birds Boutique is hiring a full-time manager. 35 to 40 hours a week!

Great pay, incentives, and incredible community of customers!

Contact Kelly for more information.

Alliance For Workforce Development

awfd.org

Nevada County – Truckee Job Fair

The Truckee Job Fair is happening May 1 from 3 PM – 5:30 PM at the Truckee Community Rec Center!

Dress for success and bring extra copies of your resume!

Need resume assistance? Contact Nancy at nsettle@ncen.org or by phone at 530-550-3015

 

SYRCL Bilingual River Captains Needed.

River Captains help train and oversee River Ambassador volunteers to educate visitors about river safety and etiquette at assigned river crossings,

including the Highway 49 bridge, Bridgeport, and Purdon Crossing.

River Captains average 15 hours per week.

For more information & application, see here.

 

Event Information

Superheroes For Prevention Community Barbecue!

April is Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month, and with that The Child Abuse Prevention Council of Western Nevada County (CAPC) is hosting the 2nd Annual Superheroes for Prevention Community BBQ.

We invite you to wear your favorite superhero costume, shirt, cape, or come as you are & join us for a FREE fun-filled day, run through & play games in giant blue foam bubbles, facepainting by the wonderfully talented Donya, super cool balloon twisting by Twistin Tim, meet & take pictures with superheroes, enjoy a free tasty BBQ lunch featuring food items from local grocers & Nevada County Free Range Beef!

**Please bring a change of dry clothes and a towel if you’d like dry off after enjoying the giant foam bubbles.**

Please register at EventBrite here.

Volunteers Needed.

Please consider volunteering & lending a hand with a variety of duties the day of the event!

To sign up for an available slot, please visit here.

Host a Table for your Organization.

Interested in participating by hosting a table for your community organization?

Please see here to sign up.

Share on Social Media.

Please help us spread the word on Social Media by sharing the event link!

See here for Facebook Event.

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month!

Show support and help spread awareness by simply wearing blue every Friday in the month of April.

Mountain Valley Child & Family Services.