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Superheroes For Prevention

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 be sure to register @ Eventbrite here.

Help us spread the word on Facebook here!

 

Interfaith Food Ministry *Important Update*

 

New Parking Lot Rules Beginning April 1st!

Beginning April 1st, please note that cars will not be allowed to start lining up until 9:30am.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work to ensure a smooth process for all. Kindly consider arriving later for shorter wait times. While wait times are typically over 60 minutes at opening, they drop to around 30 minutes later in the day (after 11:30am/noon).

 

CalFresh Replacement Benefits through April 1st.

Affected by the recent storm?

Important Announcement Regarding CalFresh Replacement Benefits for Nevada County!

Head’s up for our friends with CalFresh benefits: the timely reporting requirement for CalFresh replacement benefits has been waived for Nevada County residents affected by the recent storm. This means you can replace food lost during power outages caused by the March 1st storm system without worrying about deadlines.

The waiver is valid until April 1st, 2024. If you’ve lost food due to the storms, don’t hesitate to apply for replacement benefits through various channels:

🌐 Online: benefitscal.com
🏢 In-person:
950 Maidu Ave. Nevada City, 95959
988 McCourtney Rd. Grass Valley, 95949
10075 Levon Ave. Truckee, 96161
📠 Fax: 530-265-9860
📬 Mail: P.O. Box 1210 Nevada City, CA 95959
📞 Phone: 530-265-1340

 

Expanded Services now at Brighton Greens!

Exciting News!

Nevada County Department of Social Services is thrilled to announce expanded services at our Brighton Greens Resource Center! Alliance for Workforce Development (One Stop) collaborated with the Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) and representatives are now on-site and available to serve community members with disabilities in person.
This collaboration is a big step forward in our efforts to better support individuals with disabilities in our community. By having DOR Representatives at Brighton Greens, barriers to access can be decreased, and a wider range of resources and support systems are available right here in our county.
This means increased support for independent living, vocational guidance, job placement assistance, and specialized training programs tailored to the unique needs of our community members are now accessible.
Visit the Brighton Greens Resource Center at:
📍 988 McCourtney Rd, Grass Valley
Go online: www.dor.ca.gov

Let’s foster inclusivity, empowerment, and opportunity together!

Job Opportunities

SONshine Preschool in Nevada City is looking for their next beloved teacher!

Could this be you? See listing below.

“Our school is a wonderfully homey and peaceful place to teach and create. Here, you will find happy and hilarious children!

We have loads of fun and now with the spring weather we spend a lot of time outside on our stellar playground. Come check us out and apply now!”

 

 

 

 

Victor Services are looking for their next Nevada County Clinician to work for their organization,

connecting families with the services they need! Read the job description  here.

 

 

 

Nevada County Happenings

Spanish Immersion Creative Summer Camps!

Child Advocates of Nevada County Open House.

OPEN HOUSE!

 Wednesday, April 10th

 3pm-6pm

Come tour our office and meet our staff!

Please join us!

 

South Yuba River Citizens League Youth Scholarship

The Environmentalist of the Year Scholarship is offered each year to a graduating high school senior pursuing a degree in an environmental field (science, advocacy, education, art, communication, technology, sustainability, etc.). We have offered this $4,000 scholarship ($1,000/year for four years) annually to local students since 2002.

To read more about & apply for this exciting opportunity, click here.

 

 

 

Teen Internship at Nevada County Library!

Want a fun summer gig?

Apply for Nevada County Library’s Summer 2024 Internship Program!

-Help with youth programs and summer activities

-Sign kids up for the Summer Reading Challenge

-Help serve lunches during the Summer Learning Program

-Gain skills for your resume and/or college applications

-Earn a free SafeServ certificate

-Get paid $16.37/hr., minimum 4 hours/week

-Flexible M-F hours, June 17 to Aug. 9

-Mandatory orientation, June 11.

All applicants must be aged 14-18 and enrolled in high school for the 24-25 school year with a valid work permit.

To be considered for an interview for the Library Summer Internship please apply here.

This opportunity will close for interviews on April 30th. If you’re interested, please apply! We have a need for 8 summer internships.

Volunteer Opportunities.

Hospitality House is greatly in need of volunteers from our community!

-CURRENT VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES-
*Kitchen Support- Food Handler certificate required*
Needed Times and Dates:
Morning Shift (9 AM- 12 PM)
Afternoon Shift (12:00 PM-4:30PM)
Serving is done after 5PM
*Enrichment Classes*
Needed Times and Dates:
Monday-Sunday, 7 PM- 8 PM
*Animal Foster*
Ongoing Need! Sign up to join our foster list. We will reach out whenever we have a furry animal in need of a foster.
*Vehicle Cleaning Support*
Needed Times and Dates:
Fridays, 10AM- 12PM
Fill out a volunteer application and learn more about our opportunities here.

Habitat For Humanity

We are seeking lunch providers for our build site construction crew!

Lunch Wagon Details:

Make lunch for 10-12 people on average. You or your group would purchase and prepare at home or buy something pre-made. Typical lunches include sandwiches, casseroles, soups or salads, and maybe some fruit and cookies. Deliver to the construction site around 11:30-11:45am on your scheduled lunch day. Our team works Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.

Commitment can be weekly, every other week, monthly, or a few times a year, or you can be a substitute.

For more info or to sign up contact:

kelly@nchabitat.org

Food Security & CSN Meetings.

Food Security

Thank you to all who attended our March Community Support Network Meeting on food security in the county!

Please see below for more information about Interfaith Food Ministries and their programming.

 

April CSN Meeting

More information about our April meeting and Child Abuse Prevention Month will be coming soon to your email!

 

Interfaith Food Ministry – March Matching Donations!

Help support Interfaith Food Ministry as Easter approaches, every dollar matched in March!

Here are some ways to helps our local food distribution organization prepare for the high demand of Easter meals for families in need:

During the month of March, every dollar donated will be matched!

IFM is also partnering with BrewBilt Brewing (at BrewHaus Taphouse, 300 Spring St, Nevada City) to donate $1 from each pint sold directly to IFM.

For more information and ways to help, please visit Interfaith Food Ministry.

 

 

 

Nevada County Happenings

Have FUN while supporting the next generation of Environmental Leaders!

TOMORROW NIGHT!
SYRCL’s Quiz Night will be on March 12th at Gold Vibe Kombuchary (12615 Charles Dr, Grass Valley) from 6:00–9:00pm.
Tickets to Quiz Night are $10.
Tickets here.
We encourage you to get your team together (no more than five people) to show up and show off on Tuesday, March 12th!
Started in 2002, QUIZ NIGHT is the annual spring fundraiser for the South Yuba River Citizens League’s (SYRCL) Youth Environmentalist of the Year scholarship and its year-round River Education programs. Each year, SYRCL awards a $4,000 scholarship to support a local college-bound student who has demonstrated a commitment to the environment and is on their path to becoming an environmental steward. This means your support goes directly to the next generation of environmental stewards and advocates!

 


Free Medical Screenings for Nevada County Women!

Attention California Residents!

Are you uninsured or worried about the costs of essential exams? You may be eligible for the Nevada County Public Health “Every Woman Counts” program!

This program offers FREE breast exams and mammograms (for those 40 years and older) as well as cervical cancer screenings (for those 21 years or older). We care, and we’re here to support you.

Call 530-582-7814 to schedule your appointment at Nevada County Public Health – 10075 Levon Ave, Suite 202, Truckee, CA.

 

 


Parents – Lend your voice!

Calling all parents and guardians in Nevada County and Tahoe/Truckee! Join the Parent Guardian Advisory Council, get compensated for your time, and help shape our community’s future!

Don’t miss the kickoff meeting on March 27th, 6-7:30 p.m. via Zoom – pre-register now!
WESTERN County – Contact Alyssa at csnncorg@gmail.com
EASTERN County – Contact Beatriz at tahoetruckeecapc@gmail.com (Tahoe/Truckee area) for details.