Kids Data News

Child Poverty in California Dropped to a Historic Low in Fall 2021

Children’s Health Resources

2023 KIDS COUNT Data Book

California ranks 35th among U.S. states in overall child well-being, according to the Annie E. Casey Foundation’s latest KIDS COUNT Data Book. In addition to presenting national and state data across four domains—economic well-being, education, health, and family and community—this edition describes how the country’s lack of affordable and accessible child care negatively affects children, families, and U.S. businesses.

Nearly a Third Reporting Two or More Races Were Under 18 in 2020

The nation’s multiracial population was the youngest of any race group, according to a recent story by the U.S Census Bureau. Recently released 2020 Census data show that, among those who reported two or more races, 32.5% were under age 18.

Preparing for the 2023 Wildfire Season

Forest Futures Salon
Weds., June 28th, 4-5:15pm, Online – Zoom
Preparing for the 2023 Wildfire Season:
Winter Weather Impacts and an Introduction to the Tahoe Truckee COAD

We are thrilled to have two additional speakers participating in this salon.
Now joining the conversation will be 
Assistant Chief Bob Counts of CAL FIRE NEU/PCFD East Division and Fire Meteorologist Brent Wachter of the US Forest Service.

Register Here

Is this year’s wildfire risk reduced due to the heavy winter precipitation?
Join this salon to hear from experts on our 2023 wildfire season risk and to learn more about the Tahoe Truckee COAD (Community Organizations Active in Disaster) that is led by local resident Anne Rarick. The recently formed COAD will provide structure for how local organizations will partner to help residents prepare, respond and recover from disasters.
Visit our website for more details or register here.
Spanish interpretation will be offered.
Se proporcionará interpretación al español.

Featured Newsletter: Nevada County Library

2023 Summer Learning Challenge

Summer Learning runs from June 12th through August 11th this year. Stop by your local library branch to pick up a Summer Reading Log for kids and teens. All participants will receive a free book and bookmark.

Our 2023 theme, Find Your Voice, speaks to the power of expressing yourself, sharing stories, and sparking change. There will be events and workshops at all Nevada County Library locations, including Wild Things’ animal rescue program, instrument petting zoos with Music in the Mountains, Musical Mondays with InConcert Sierra, and much more.

Check out the links below for more details on summer learning and our full calendar of events.

Summer Learning Details | See Our Full Calendar of Events

Adult Programs: Book Clubs

We’ve got plenty to do for grown-ups too! Check out our slate of book clubs for any interest.

The Nevada County Library offers book clubs across East and West counties all year long. Nevada County Library book clubs are a great opportunity to get to know your local library and make connections with your fellow community members. Join us for lively discussions, good company, and great reads.

Check out the calendar below to see our book clubs and locations.

Book Club Calendar

Nevada County News

Annual Backpack Drive Returns

Sierra Nevada Regional Department of Child Support Services , in collaboration with Bright Futures for Youth, is seeking donations of new backpacks and school supplies for children ages 5 to 17. The support of the community is imperative to the success of this drive. Please join us in our effort to help kids feel confident and ready to learn as they enter the 23-24 school year!

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Take the Community Wildfire Protection Plan Survey

Now through August 31st, the Nevada County Office of Emergency Services is collecting resident feedback through the Community Wildfire Protection Plan Survey. All Nevada County residents are encouraged to take the survey. So far, nearly 700 folks have provided their insight on challenges related to wildfire, mitigation priorities, and evacuation concerns.

The survey is available in both English and Spanish and can be completed online or in-person. The Office of Emergency Services will be hitting the streets to connect with residents about wildfire and emergency preparedness at several events this summer. Come out and say hello and add your voice to the survey.

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The City of Nevada City is Hiring!

The City of Nevada City is looking for people to join our team! Full-time and part-time positions are available including:
Fire Fuels Abatement Equipment Operator
A heavy equipment operator focused on removing hazardous vegetation and vegetation that increases fire risk
Maintenance Worker II
A journey level maintenance and repair position working in public works including streets, utilities, facilities, and parks
Maintenance Worker I (full-time and part-time opportunities)
An entry level maintenance and repair position working in public works including streets, utilities, facilities and parks
Community Risk Reduction and Outreach Officer
The face of communications with the community, the Fire Safety Advisory Committee, and City staff on emergency preparedness, mitigation and recovery with an emphasis on wildfire risk reduction
For more information visit our website https://www.nevadacityca.gov/employment.aspx

Hospitality House is Hiring!

Full-time positions include medical benefits, paid holidays and PTO—on top of the satisfaction you’ll feel knowing you are changing lives forever.
For the above positions, fill out the Individual Employment Application below. Interested applicants are encouraged to send a thoughtful cover letter, along with their application, to Leah Farkas as lfarkas@hhshelter.org. Please indicate when you will be able to start.
Use this form below when applying for a job:

Connecting Point is Hiring!

Navigator/Housing Liaison

Connecting Point is looking for a full-time Navigator/Housing Liaison to support the Housing Support Program. Under supervision, the Navigator/Housing Liaison will work closely with landlords, CalWORKs participants and other community agencies to remove barriers to housing.

If interested email your resume and cover letter to Sarah Eastberg at sarahe@connectingpoint.org

Navigator/Training Coordinator – Youth Job Corps

Connecting Point is looking for a full-time Navigator/Training Coordinator to support the Youth Job Corps program. Duties include placing individuals ages 16-30 with internships that address food insecurity, climate, and Covid-19 recovery. The Navigator/Training Coordinator delivers job readiness training to participants and facilitates connections with community business, government and non-profit partners.

If interested email your resume and cover letter to Sarah Eastberg at sarahe@connectingpoint.org

And many more webpage for our job postings is: https://connectingpoint.org/careers/