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Coed Divorce Support Group - 12 weeks
FOCUS Women's Resource Center
July 31 - October 16
During a time of separation or divorce, relating to others in similar situations can help. Group members supportively share and
explore their divorce experiences. Check out our flyer.
FOCUS FLEA Sale
FOCUS Women's Resource Center
every Wednesday, Saturday, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
953 Second Street, SE
Featuring new clothing, shoes, boots and accessories from J.Jill, plus misc. household items and gently used clothing. A great opportunity to do your holiday shopping. The new location is next to Blue Wheel Bikes in the IX Building off Elliott Street. Directions are on the web site.
Forest Lakes Farmers' Market
Forest Lakes and Piedmont Environmental Council
Tuesdays, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm, June through October
Ashwood Blvd - Forest Lakes South Pool
Lots of fresh veggies, plus meat, cheeses, chocolates, wine, flowers, etc. - plus a range of crafts too. Support local agriculture and Buy Fresh / Buy Local. Questions? Contact Scott Elliff - scott@ccmiservices.com
Register today to take the Official GED Practice Test for FREE
Piedmont Housing Alliance, Virginia Workforce Center
Test Dates: Tuesday, October 14, Saturday, October 18
Take the first step. Register today for one of the following test dates:
Tuesday, October 14, 2008 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Virginia Workforce Center-Charlottesville
located at 2211 Hydraulic Road. Lunch will be provided
OR
Saturday, October 18, 2008 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Adult Learning Center located at 935A
2nd. St., SE (IX Building), Charlottesville.
Pass the GED Practice Tests and register to take the next GED Test at
no cost. You will get the results of your test the same day and you will
save $45.
Interpersonal Skills at Work
UVA School of Continuing and Professional Studies
Three Fridays, October 3, 10 & 17, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
U.Va. Zehmer Hall Conference Center
Identify deficiencies in yourself, learn effective ways to change, and how to coach others in order to build a more productive and satisfying work place. Daniel D. Elash, Ph.D. $225 (includes continental breakfast). For details visit our course offering directory.
SPCA/Siips Charlottesville Cook-off
Charlottesville-Albemarle SPCA
Wednesdays, October 8, 15, 22, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Siips Wine and Champagne Bar
On the first four Wednesdays in October Siips Wine and Champagne Bar will host the SPCA/Siips Charlottesville Cook-off. Amateur chefs will prepare dishes for tasting by Charlottesville foodies. Ticket prices for attendees will be $20 per event or $50 for all four events and includes a tasting menu and a sample of wine. Questions? Contact Makena Yarbrough, 964-3314.
Lawyers Assistance Night
FOCUS Women's Resource Center
First Tuesdays of each month
Returns after a summer break. Women and men may call to register at 293-2222 ext. 27. Space is available for Oct 7, and Nov 4.
Coaching for Performance
UVA School of Continuing and Professional Studies
Wednesdays, October 8 & 15, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
U.Va. Richmond Center
Coaching techniques to discover what motivates and inhibits a team member’s performance. Rachel Brozenske, M.B.A. $200 (includes continental breakfast). For details visit our course offering directory.
"Are You an 'Askable' Parent?"
Planned Parenthood
Tuesday and Thursday, October 7 - 16, 12 noon - 1:30 pm
Westminster Presbyterian Church
This workshop provides parents and guardians the opportunity to explore their own concerns regarding communication with their child about reproductive health, sexuality and healthy relationships, as well as beneficial tools to continue their dialogue effectively and appropriately. To register call 434-296-1000 ext. 6643.
Immigration Raids and Latino Children
Creciendo Juntos (CJ)
Thursday, October 9, 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Room A, Albemarle County Building on 5th St Extd.
Recent studies document the negative impact of raids and the fear of them on children's psychological, educational, and social well-being. This free, CJ public event will address these issues in an effort to encourage schools, social services, and others to prepare for raids and better understand children's fear of them. Registration begins at 9:45.
Foundations of Fundraising
UVA School of Continuing and Professional Studies
Thursday, October 9, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
U.Va. Zehmer Hall Conference Center
The functions and roles of a development office and a board, the annual fund, planned giving, special events, and fundraising software. Laurie Rogers, M.A. $160 (includes continental breakfast and box lunch). For details visit our course offering directory.
Art & Soul
Expressive Arts
Thursdays, October 9 - December 4, 7:00 pm - 9:15 pm
Art Life Studio
Women's Expressive Arts Group. For more information contact Jena Leake at 434.996.8087 or email jenaleake@earthlink.net.
Immigration Raids and Latino Children
Creciendo Juntos
Thursday, October 9, 9:45 am - 11:30 am
Room A, Albemarle County Bldg on 5th St Extended
The panel will address
the negative impact of raids and the fear of them on children’s psychological, educational, and social well-being in an effort to encourage schools, social services, community organizations, churches and others working with children, to prepare for raids and better understand children’s fears about them. For details see website.
Exploring Voting Among Citizens in Long-Term Care in Virginia
Institute on Aging; University of Virginia
Friday, October 10, 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Caplin Auditorium at UVa Law School
One-day conference focusing on problems and issues of voting by seniors in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. This conference will bring together leaders from multi-disciplinary fields to review the challenges faced by individuals with cognitive and physical impairment, and to recommend policy and procedures that can maximize enfranchisement while avoiding fraud and exploitation of this vulnerable population. Contact
uvaging@virginia.edu for details.
Annual Gala and Silent Auction
Virginia Institute of Autism
Friday, October 10
Farmington Country Club
The event is presented by Brown Toyota and Lynn and Kenny Brown and features the music of Right On!, "the ultimate party band." For more information, please call 434-923-8252 or visit
www.viaschool.org.
First Annual Design Marathon
Charlottesville Community Design Center
Friday, October 10, 10 am - 10 pm
Teams of local professional designers will provide PRO-BONO DESIGN SERVICES to TEN deserving Charlottesville area nonprofit organizations. Potential projects include branding, brochures, advertisements, schematic building or space renovation drawings, drawings for ADA compliance or broader site planning. The Design Marathon will take place at the Charlottesville Community Design Center.
Applications will be considered from any Charlottesville area non-profits. Application and additional information can be found on Design Marathon website.
Imago Relationship Therapy Training
FOCUS Women’s Resource Center
Friday, October 10 and Saturday, October 11
FOCUS Women’s Resource Center,953 Second St SE
$200.00 plus a $25.00 non-refundable registration fee; 12Continuing Education Units. For information contact Dr. Robin Eliason at 434-293-2222 or Dr. Patricia Martin at 434-293-5005.
Moonlight Walk at Ragged Mountain Natural Area
Ivy Creek Foundation
Saturday, October 11, 7:00 pm
Experience the ghostly presence of Edgar Allan Poe who found refuge here while a student at the University of Virginia. Not recommended for small children. No charge. Call 973-7772 or go to website for directions and more information.
FOCUS Trunk Sale
FOCUS Women's Resource Center
Saturday, October 11, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
953 Second St, S.E. (IX Building off of Elliott Ave)
Featuring: Clothing, miscellaneous households items and New merchandise just in from J. Jill. Contact: Linda Sprouse at 979-4465 or FOCUS at 293-2222.
Trail Work Day in Ramsey’s Draft Wilderness Area
Wild Virginia
Sunday, October 12, 7:30 am
Join Wild Virginia as we team with Potomac Appalachian Trail Club and Virginia Wilderness Committee to clean a section of Jerry’s Run Trail in the beautiful Ramsey’s Draft Wilderness. Adults and teenagers are all invited.
Contact Eric Gilchrist at 434-293-8039 or ericg@ntelos.net with questions about carpooling from C’ville.
Art Print Workshop
Piedmont Council of the Arts
Monday, October 13, 10:00 am
UVa's Fayerweather Hall
This year's event will include hands-on breakout activities, which will occur in the Museum galleries, and lunch will be provided at noon. As always, the program is FREE, but we ask that participants register in advance by contacting PCA at 434-971-2787 or go to their website.
Annual Golf Tournament
Ronald McDonald House of Charlottesville
Monday, October 13, 11:00 am - registration, shotgun start - 12 noon
Stony Creek Golf Course, Wintergreen, VA
Join us for our annual Golf Tournament to benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Charlottesville. There will be food, fun, and prizes, plus the knowledge that you will be supporting families who have seriously ill or injured children at UVA Children's Hospital. Information: Kim McKean: 434-295-1885 or
kmckean@rmhcharlottesville.org
Open House
Oakland School
Monday, October 13, 10:00 am - 12 noon
Does your child have a learning difference? Oakland School specializes in teaching reading to children 7-14 who have learning differences but no emotional or behavioral problems. This is an opportunity to meet faculty and students and tour our beautiful 400 acres campus in Keswick. For info visit
www.oaklandschool.net or call 434-293-9059.
Golf Tournament & Silent Auction
Piedmont Family YMCA
Monday, October 13,1:00 pm
Keswick Golf Club
Blue Ridge Financial Group is sponsoring this golf tournament, dinner and silent auction to benefit The Piedmont Family YMCA's capital campaign to support the construction of a new family YMCA facility in Charlottesville. For information email
Shelley Remaly.
Anger Management for Women
FOCUS Women's Resource Center
Mondays, October 13 - November 10, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
A 5-week skills-based training for women. Facilitators are Drs. Mary Nafpaktitis and Robin Eliason. $75.00 for 5 weeks
(includes materials and light refreshments).
$20 non-refundable registration fee
(part of the $75.00). Learn more.
James River Green Building Council Member Meeting & Business Update
Charlottesville Community Design Center
Tuesday, October 14, 5:30 pm
Lindsay Check with Albemarle County Schools will provide a 20 minute presentation on LEED for Schools. JRGBC will provide a member business update, networking, and some light refreshments. RSVP to gstaengl@staenglengineering.com by Oct. 13. Everyone invited, membership not required.
Influence without Authority
UVA School of Continuing and Professional Studies
Tuesday, October 14, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
U.Va. Zehmer Hall Conference Center
Develop your ability to be heard on processes, policies, and outcomes even when you are not in a position of power. Camille Wright Miller, Ph.D. $160 (includes continental breakfast and box lunch). For details visit our course offering directory.
“Every Second Counts”
American Red Cross Central VA Chapter
Tuesday, October 14, 12 noon – 1:00 pm
1105 Rose Hill Drive
You are invited to come have lunch at the Red Cross and to find out why “Every Second Counts.” This is a tour that highlights what the Red Cross does here in the Cville community and runs from noon – 1:00. Lunch is provided. Reservations required. Groups welcome. Phone 434-979-7143.
The Silent Victims: Children living with Domestic Violence
Shelter for Help in Emergency
Wednesday, October 15, 12 noon
Administrative Conference Room of the Shelter’s Community Outreach Center, located at 1410 Sachem Place, Suite 102
Part of a Brown Bag Lunch Series in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Speaker: Lindy Swimm, LCSW, Consultant, Charlottesville League of Therapists. Please call 434-963-4676 with any questions.
Grant Writing Workshop - Focus on Government Grants
Center for Nonprofit Excellence
Wednesday, October 15, 9 am - 12 noon
Want to write better grant proposals? Shelly Murphy, Piedmont Housing Alliance, tells us how. Details.
Fall Job and Internship Fair
Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC)
Wednesday, October 15, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
This fair provides the perfect opportunity for you to recruit for interns as well as for seasonal, full-time, part-time and temporary positions. Visit website for more information and to register online. Registration will close on October 7th OR when all of our booths have been reserved, whichever comes first. Questions? E-mail Career Services at aluck@pvcc.edu or call 434.961.5264.
“Drugs in America: Trafficking, Policy and Sentencing.”
Administration of Justice Department, George Mason University
Wednesday, October 15, 8:00 am - 11:30 am
Senator Jim Webb (D-VA) and the Administration of Justice Department of George Mason University will host a symposium entitled “Drugs in America: Trafficking, Policy and Sentencing.” The event will feature a number of experts in the field to examine how drugs enter into the United States and how they are distributed to users; law enforcement practices pertaining to drug usage and drug-related crimes; and punitive vs. public health responses to drug abuse. If you would like to RSVP for the event, please call 202-224-4447 or email Anne_Hughes@webb.senate.gov.
Third Thursday Brown Bag Lunch
Rivanna Conservation Society
Thursday, October 16, 12:00 noon - 1:00 pm
Jefferson-Madison Regional Library, 201 E Market St
Subject: Meadow Creek Restoration Project & Stormwater
Speaker: Kristel Riffervold, City of Charlottesville
Questions? Contact RCS at
exec@rivannariver.org or call (434 977 4837)
Credit IQ and Predatory Lending Workshop
Piedmont Housing Alliance, Regional Home Ownership Center
Thursday, October 16, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Piedmont Housing Alliance, 111 Monticello Ave, Ste 104
Learn how to read a credit report, understand credit scores and scoring, learn how to improve your credit and tips on how to avoid predatory lenders. Seating is limited: to reserve call 434-817-2436.
PACEM Annual Host and Partner "Dinner and Orientation"
PACEM
Thursday, October 16, 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
First Presbyterian Church, 500 Park St
Featured presentations: "What's new at PACEM for 08-09", "The Sheltering Puzzle, Why Follow the Manual", and "Homeless and Hungry, Nutrition for Your Guests". RSVP to Adriana Nicholson at 465-5093 or
pacemga@aol.com by 10/13/08
11th Annual Education Symposium: Helping Children Find Social Success
Little Keswick Foundation for Special Education
Thursday, October 16, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
V. Earl Dickinson Center, PVCC (Piedmont Virginia Community College)
A groundbreaking presentation that will address social problems faced by children. Nationally renowned speaker, Dr. Rick Lavoie will offer practical solutions and will share effective tools for teaching social skills in the home, classroom, and community. The event is FREE and OPEN to the public. Information: Laura C. Dickason 434-989-6440.
Situational Leadership®: A Model for Coaching & Developing Employees
UVA School of Continuing and Professional Studies
Friday, October 17, 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
U.Va. Zehmer Hall Conference Center
This model emphasizes the need for leaders to develop the skill of reading an employee’s task readiness. John Whitlow, Ph.D. $100 (includes continental breakfast). For details visit our course offering directory.
2008 Volunteer Celebration
Building Goodness Foundation
Friday, October 17, 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
CitySpace on the Downtown Mall
Visit our website gallery for pictures of our projects and our website to learn more about Building Goodness Foundation www.buildinggoodness.org.
2008 Arthur C. Greene Rising Star Celebration
Piedmont Council of the Arts
Saturday, October 18, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Piedmont Virginia Community College,
V. Earl Dickinson Theater
You are invited to celebrate the artistic achievements of area high school students. Featuring a digital showcase of student work,
performances by Paul Curreri and Miki Liszt Dance Company,
and keynote address by former Rising Star Jocelyn Spaar.
Casual Attire -
Free and open to the public.
Donations to support the program will be accepted at the door. For more information, visit www.charlottesvillearts.org or call 434.971.ARTS.
Chocolate Festival
First United Methodist Church
Saturday, October 18
Lee Park
Gala under-the-tent sale of many forms of chocolate goodies, as well as a 5 km walk/raise, all to raise funds for local charities and mission projects.
Publishing Workshop: "Polish Your Pitch!"
WriterHouse
Saturday, October 18, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Learn how to craft a clear, concise and compelling description of your book that will have people saying, "Tell me more!" Attendees should have a finished book, or be well into writing one. Led by Bella Stander. Fiction, non-fiction, all genres welcome. For info call 434-296-1922.
CultureFest 2008
Congregation Beth Israel Preschool
Sunday, October 19, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
301 E Jefferson St
An afternoon of live music, dancing, crafts and activities with bands from around the globe. There will be fun for the entire family to enjoy and great food available for purchase. This year's event will be held on Sunday, October 19th from 4:00-6:00 pm at CBI. Advance tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 5-12 or $25 for the entire family. Tickets will also be available for purchase at the door. All proceeds to benefit CBI Preschool. For more information or to purchase tickets e-mail: preschool@cbicville.org or call 295-6382.
Senior Center Encore Players Drama Club Production
Senior Center, Inc.
Sunday, October 19, 3:00 pm
Senior Center, 1180 Pepsi Place
The Encore Players are "ON THE MOVE" this Fall with their stages readings of Neil Simon's LONDON SUITE, plus AFTER THE PARTY and MIXED EMOTIONS. Celebrating their fifth year in production, the 20 member ensemble anticipates full houses for both performances. Join us for a laugh-filled show. The event is free and open to the public.
"An Economy for Our Grandchildren: Prosperity, not Growth"
Advocates for a Sustainable Albemarle Population
Monday, October 20, 7:30 pm
the library of Westminster Presbyterian Church, 190 Rugby Rd
This presentation by Dr. Brian Czech and the discussion that follows will argue for transition to a steady state economy from one that is dependent upon a level of growth, waste, and pollution our planet cannot possibly sustain. Dr. Czech is author of "Shovelling Fuel for a Runaway Train" and currently teaches ecological economics and endangerd species policy at Virginia.
Youth Financial Literacy Workshop (ages 12-17)
Piedmont Housing Alliance
Monday, Octber 20, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Piedmont Housing Alliance, 111 Monticello Ave, Ste 104
Participants will receive a certificate of completion. Questions? Call
434-817-2436 or go to website.
Foundations of Fundraising
UVA School of Continuing and Professional Studies
Thursday, October 21, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
U.Va. Zehmer Hall Conference Center
Assessing need, organizing board, staff and volunteers, budgeting, goals, benchmarks, creating a case for support, and practice soliciting funds. Laurie Rogers, M.A. $160 (includes continental breakfast and box lunch). For details visit our course offering directory.
Organizing Your Capital Campaign
UVA School of Continuing and Professional Studies
Wednesday, October 22, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
U.Va. Richmond Center
Various approaches to resolving areas of conflict through group discussion, exercises, individual assessments, and debriefing. Camille Wright Miller, Ph.D. $100 (includes continental breakfast and box lunch). For details visit our course offering directory.
Custody & Domestic Violence: Not Always a Simple Solution
Shelter for Help in Emergency
Wednesday, October 22, 12 noon
Administrative Conference Room of the Shelter’s Community Outreach Center, located at 1410 Sachem Place, Suite 102
Part of a Brown Bag Lunch Series in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Speaker: Susheela Varky, Attorney, Virginia Poverty Law Center, Richmond, VA. Please call 434-963-4676 with any questions.
Volunteer Resource Management
UVA School of Continuing and Professional Studies
Two Wednesdays, October 22 & 29, 8:30 am - 12 noon
U.Va. Zehmer Hall Conference Center
A management framework for maximizing volunteer involvement. Katherine Campbell. $175 (includes continental breakfast). For details visit our course offering directory.
Senior Center Encore Players Lunch & A Show Drama Club Production
Senior Center, Inc.
Wednesday, October 22,1:00pm
Senior Center, 1180 Pepsi Place
Luncheon followed by performance. The Encore Players are "ON THE MOVE" this Fall with their stages readings of Neil Simon's LONDON SUITE, plus AFTER THE PARTY and MIXED EMOTIONS. Celebrating their fifth year in production, the 20 member ensemble anticipates full houses for both performances. Join us for a laugh-filled show. Luncheon $9.50 - Reservations required. Call (434) 974-7756. The show is free and open to the public.
Health, Fitness and Wellness Symposium
Charlottesville Department of Parks and Recreation
Wednesday, October 22, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
CitySpace at the Community Design Center
The workshop will focus inwardly on the state of health and wellness in the Charlottesville community at large. Grants in the amount of $500-$2500 for the development or enhancement of programs to improve Health and Wellness in Charlottesville will be made available as a part of the workshop. The workshop will be limited to the first 75 registrants.
Corrective Counseling and Terminations
UVA School of Continuing and Professional Studies
Thursday, October 23, 9:00 am - 12 noon
U.Va. Zehmer Hall Conference Center
Learn when and how to provide corrective counseling, when termination may be appropriate, and the need for clear and consistent policies and implementation. Cheryl Yannello, M.A., J.D. $80 (includes continental breakfast). For details visit our course offering directory.
Making the Transition to the Supervisory Role
UVA School of Continuing and Professional Studies
Thursday, October 23, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
U.Va. Zehmer Hall Conference Center
By focusing on the unique challenges of the “manager in the middle,” participants will learn the practices essential to supervisory success. John Lord, M.P.A. $160 (includes continental breakfast and box lunch). For details visit our course offering directory.
Immigration: More Than a Borderline Issue
Legal Aid Justice Center
Thursday, October 23, 7:00 pm
Paramount Theater
Join us for our fourth annual fall event focusing on an issue of importance to our community. This program will focus on the choices that communities in Virginia are making in response to issues surrounding immigration. The event is also a celebration of Legal Aid's Immigrant Advocacy Program, which has provided a decade of service to low-wage immigrant workers throughout the state.
Street Fight
Jefferson Madison Regional Library
Thursday, October 23, 7:00 pm
McIntire Room, Central Library
Part of a Documentary Film Series (free!) will be on the 4th Thursday of every month. Sign up to be added to the film email list: central@jmrl.org. Directed, Produced, Photographed and Written by Marshall Curry (2005), Oscar-nominated STREET FIGHT follows the turbulent campaign of Cory Booker, a 32-year old Rhodes Scholar/Yale Law grad running for mayor of Newark, N.J. Go to website for info.
Senior Center Fall Yard Sale
Senior Center, Inc.
October 23 - 25
Senior Center, 1180 Pepsi Place
Don't miss the Senior Center Fall Yard Sale! Preview items for $5 at the door Thursday, October 23rd, 6-8pm. Get first dibs on your favorite picks at the Sale Friday, October 24th, 8am-5:30pm. Enjoy our ½ price Sale Saturday, October 25th, 8am-2:30pm. Donation Info, Contact:
diana@seniorcenterinc.org or Call 974-7756.
Eli Cook Band in Concert
Four County Players
Friday & Saturday, October 24 & 25, 8:00 pm
Barboursville Community Center
Hendrix Classic Works show! Benefit concert for Four County Players. For information see website.
Spirit Walk
Albemarle Charlottesville Historical Society
October 24-26
Meet spirited individuals from Charlottesville's and Albemarle's past on an evening stroll from Maplewood Cemetery to the Court Square to the McIntire Building. Location: Historic Downtown Charlottesville
Contact Information: 296-1492
9th Annual Fall Fun Fair and Silent Auction
University Montessori School
Saturday, October 25, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
UMS (1034 Reservoir Road, Charlottesville, VA)
Great food, fun games and prizes for pre-school and young elementary children, seasonal stories, crafts, face painting, music for all ages, Silent Auction. To see Auction items and get more info, visit our website!
Effective Financial Management
UVA School of Continuing and Professional Studies
Saturday, October 25, 9:00 am - 12 noon
U.Va. Zehmer Hall Conference Center
A review financial statements and how they are used to make decisions, plus lessons on accessing capital, cash planning, and effective recordkeeping. Tanya Brockett, M.B.A. $80 (includes continental breakfast). For details visit our course offering directory.
12th Annual AIDS Walk
AIDS/HIV Services
Saturday, October 25, 9:00 am - 12 pm
Event participants raise pledges as either individuals or as teams in the weeks preceding the AIDS Walk, and on the day of the event, they may run and/or walk a 2K, 3K, or 5K to represent their sponsorships. Info.
"Party Like A Rockstar" Fall fundraiser
Fundraiser for the Music Resource Center
Saturday, October 25, 2008
Including great music, dancing, food and drink. More information to follow.
Friends of the Library Holiday Book Sale
Friends of the Jefferson Madison Regional Library
October 25 - 27, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Gordon Avenue Library
Gift Quality Bargains for friends, relatives, loved-ones, or yourself! For more information go to website or call
(434) 977-8467.
The Third Annual Bank of America Boys and Girls Club Cycling Challenge
Boys & Girls Club of Charlottesville/Albemarle
Sunday, October 26, 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Old Trail Golf Club, Crozet
Sponsored by Bank of America, the Challenge is one of the marquee fundraising events for the Boys & Girls Club of Charlottesville and Albemarle. This exciting event brings together kids from the Club with cyclists from our community and beyond - riding side by side on the road - encouraging and inspiring each other. To learn more about the Challenger team, please visit http://clubchallengers.blogspot or contact Beth Ike at 434-971-6944 - bethike@bgclubcville.org.
Bone Appetit Trick or Treat
to benefit Service Dogs of Virginia
Sunday, October 26
Barracks Road Shopping Center
Money Matters Workshop (for adults)
Piedmont Housing Alliance
Monday, Octber 27, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Piedmont Housing Alliance, 111 Monticello Ave, Ste 104
Participants will receive a certificate of completion. Questions? Call 434-817-2436 or go to website.
“Every Second Counts”
American Red Cross Central VA Chapter
Tuesday, October 28, 12 noon – 1:00 pm
1105 Rose Hill Drive
You are invited to come have lunch at the Red Cross and to find out why “Every Second Counts.” This is a tour that highlights what the Red Cross does here in the Cville community and runs from noon – 1:00. Lunch is provided. Reservations required. Groups welcome. Phone 434-979-7143.
Performance Reviews that Work
UVA School of Continuing and Professional Studies
Tuesday, October 28, 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
U.Va. Zehmer Hall Conference Center
Techniques for writing and delivering reviews that will improve performance and strengthen relationships, and how to better manage performance and support employee development all year long. Rachel Brozenske, M.B.A. $100 (includes continental breakfast). For details visit our course offering directory.
Regional Home Ownership Center (RHOC)
Piedmont Housing Alliance
Wednesday, October 29, 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
111 Monticello Ave Ste. 104, next to downtown ACAC
Part of PHA’s “Lunch and Learn” series . Limited Seating-Reserve Your Seat-CALL 434-817-2436 or email: info@piedmonthousing.org. Details.
Wired! Safety Planning in the Age of Technology
Shelter for Help in Emergency
Wednesday, October 29, 12 noon
Administrative Conference Room of the Shelter’s Community Outreach Center, located at 1410 Sachem Place, Suite 102
Part of a Brown Bag Lunch Series in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Speakers: Stacy Ruble and Kristine Hall, Virginia Sexual & Domestic Violence Action Alliance, Richmond, VA. Please call 434-963-4676 with any questions.
Inside the Editing Process
WriterHouse
Thursday, October 30, 8:00 pm
WriterHouse
Stephanie Wilkinson and Jennifer Niesslein, co-founders of the award-winning Brain, Child: The Magazine for Thinking Mothers, give the inside scoop on what happens after you've submitted an article for publication, the traits of writers they'd like to publish again, and the reason it takes so long to get an email back. Free and open to the public. Information: 434-296-1922,
www.writerhouse.org.
Neighborhood Leadership Institute (NLI) now accepting applications
City of Charlottesville
Wednesday, October 29 deadline
This will be the third year that the City of Charlottesville has offered a series of workshops and speakers aimed at promoting citizen participation in our community. NLI will provide its participants with information on a range of subjects including City boards and commissions, the local economy, affordable housing, public safety and volunteer opportunities. NLI will begin November 5th and will offer classes from 6-9 pm twice a month for six months. The program is free of charge and open to all ages. The deadline to apply is October 29th, 2008. To apply, go to www.charlottesville.org and click “I Want To” “Apply For”. For more information visit www.charlottesville.org/nds or call Neil Currie at 970-3331.
Drug Court Graduation
Charlottesville/Albemarle Adult Drug Treatment Court
Thursday, October 30, 8:30 am
Charlottesville Circuit Court, 315 East High St.
Graduation Ceremony for graduates of the Adult Drug Court is open to the public. Come and help us celebrate!
Business Writing Basics
UVA School of Continuing and Professional Studies
Thursday, October 30, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
U.Va. Zehmer Hall Conference Center
By focusing on the unique challenges of the “manager in the middle,” participants will learn the practices essential to supervisory success. John Lord, M.P.A. $160 (includes continental breakfast and box lunch). For details visit our course offering directory.
HeritageQuest Class
Jefferson-Madison Regional Library
Friday, October 31, 9:30 am
Central Library, 201 East Market St
Learn to use HeritageQuest for your genealogical sleuthing. This database is a collection of research materials for tracing family history and American culture that contains over 25,000 family records and local histories. Registration begins Oct 18.
Annual 5k Race
Shelter for Help in Emergency
Saturday, November 1
Information on how to register can be found at our website under shelter activities.
HeritageQuest Class
Jefferson-Madison Regional Library
Saturday, November 1, 10:00 am
Northside Library, Albemarle Square
Learn to use HeritageQuest for your genealogical sleuthing. This database is a collection of research materials for tracing family history and American culture that contains over 25,000 family records and local histories. Registration begins Oct 18.
Young Family Camp
Camp Holiday Trails
Saturday, November 1, 9:00 am -3:00 pm
Camp Holiday Trails
An educational and supportive time for families with a child with special needs, age birth - 5 - but best of all it will be a time of traditional camp fun for the whole family! See website for more information. Contact
anne@campholidaytrails.org for more info.
Audition for Visit to a Small Planet
Live Arts
Sunday, November 2 and Monday, November 3, 7:00 pm
Visit to a Small Planet by Gore Vidal is a witty, political, sci-fi comedy. 12 performances from February 5 - 22. 8 juicy roles, 7 for teens, 1 possibly for an adult actor.
Third Annual House Party Benefit
Albemarle Housing Improvement Program
Thursday, November 6, 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
X-Lounge, the Glass Building, 313 2nd St, SE
For more info or to reserve your tickets contact Jennifer Jacobs (434) 817-2477 ext 36 or email her at jjacobs@ahipva.org.
2nd annual Artful Dog event
Service Dogs of Virginia
Friday, November 7
the former Antiquers Mall space on 29 North, across from Sam's Club
Family Health & Fitness Camp
Camp Holiday Trails
November 7 - 9
Family Health & Fitness Camp promotes healthy eating, physical fitness and weight loss for families with an overweight school-age child. Family Health & Fitness Camp will be directed by health care providers in medicine, nutrition, psychology, and recreational therapy as well as trained volunteers. See
website for more information. Contact
anne@campholidaytrails.org for more info.
John & Hank Green: The Great American Tour de Nerdfighting 2008
Jefferson-Madison Regional Library
Monday, November 10, 6:00 pm
Northside Library, Albemarle Square
John Green is the award winning author of Looking for Alaska, An Abundance of Katherines, and Paper Towns. Hank Green is the founder of ecogeek and costar of the TV show The G Word. Together, they are the Vlogbrothers, one of the most popular (and nerdy!) channels in the history of YouTube. Tickets required - Free tickets will be available starting Friday, October 10. Stop by the Northside Library or call (434) 973-7893.
“Every Second Counts”
American Red Cross Central VA Chapter
Tuesday, November 11, 12 noon – 1:00 pm
1105 Rose Hill Drive
You are invited to come have lunch at the Red Cross and to find out why “Every Second Counts.” This is a tour that highlights what the Red Cross does here in the Cville community and runs from noon – 1:00. Lunch is provided. Reservations required. Groups welcome. Phone 434-979-7143.
The Benefits of Building Bridges: Local and National
Companies at Work in our Community
Non-Profit Council of the Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce
Wednesday, November 12, 8:30 am - 11:30 am
Hantzmon Wiebel, 818 East Jefferson Street
Businesses give millions in direct support and in-kind
donations to our local community each year. Here is a panel
with some of the decision makers. Info.
HIV/AIDS in the Latino Community
Creciendo Juntos
Thursday, November 13, 9:45 am - 11:30 am
Room A, Albemarle County Bldg on 5th St Extended
HIV/AIDS is on the increase among Latinos. This workshop - co-sponsored by the AIDS/HIV Service Group (ASG) and facilitated by a Latino international HIV/AIDS advocate based Washington, D.C. - will increase understanding about HIV treatment and prevention in the Latino community. For details see website.
Grant Writing Workshop
SkillSet Partners
Thursday & Friday, November 13 & 14
Raleigh, NC
To register you call Pat Annis at (888) 527-7483. The early bird price is $349 which is good for up to 30 days prior to the workshop. For CNE members we will offer $10 off the early bird price or $349 (cost is normally $375) until the day before the workshop. They have to mention CNE to get it. See outline.
National Philanthropy Day Luncheon
Center for Nonprofit Excellence
Thursday, November 14, 12 noon
Celebrate the impact of nonprofits and philanthropists in making this a rich and vibrant community. The lunch will feature a keynote address by Dr. Claire Gaudiani, a nationally recognizes author and speaker, who understands the unique contributions that philanthropy has played in American history and the importance of its ongoing role. As she eloquently stats: Americans are not generous because we are rich, but are rich because we are generous!
More information to follow.
Senior Center Craft Show & Sale
Senior Center, Inc.
Friday & Saturday, November 14 - 15, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Senior Center, 1180 Pepsi Place
Don't Miss out on the Senior Center Craft Show and Sale! Hundreds of hand-crafted items on display. For more information, Call 974-7756.
Family Health Care Options
FOCUS Women's Resource Center, the Family Resource Clinic, UVA Law School, and the Legal Aid Justice Center
Monday, November 17, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Free seminar for women and men. This seminar will discuss health care programs and options for women, men, and children including discussion of local options.
Accessing Health Care and Health Insurance Coverage
FOCUS Women's Resource Center
Monday, November 17, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
953 Second St, SE (IX Building, corner of Elliott Ave off of 5th St)
Learn More About: Who can get Medicaid and Medicare; getting help with the cost of private insurance; special programs for children and pregnant women; prescription drug assistance; what to do if you don’t qualify for any health insurance. An attorney will be available to answer your questions on these and other health care issues. Info.
Area Businesses and Organizations Invited to Participate
Piedmont Futures
November 17 - 18
Newcomb Hall, University of Virginia
Businesses host booths at the expo with interactive displays that teach students about their career areas. This is a wonderful opportunity to get young people interested in your field and give them a chance to think about their future! Please reserve your booth while space is still available. For more information or to sign up, please email shealy@pvcc.edu or call 961-6503.
Fundamentals of Management
UVA School of Continuing and Professional Studies
Thursday, November 20, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
U.Va. Zehmer Hall Conference Center
Topics include effective delegation, micro-managing, the manager’s time, multi-tasking, and giving effective feedback. Ed Heresniak, M.B.A., Ph.D. $160 (includes continental breakfast and box lunch). For details visit our course offering directory.
Third Thursday Brown Bag Lunch
Rivanna Conservation Society
Thursday, November 20, 12:00 noon - 1:00 pm
Jefferson-Madison Regional Library, 201 E Market St
Subject: Albemarle County's Grenways/Blueways
Speaker: Dan Mahon, County of Albemarle
Questions? Contact RCS at exec@rivannariver.org or call (434 977 4837)
MY COUNTRY MY COUNTRY: Directed and Filmed by Laura Poitras
Jefferson-Madison Regional Library
Thursday, November 20, 7:00 pm
McIntire Room, Central Library
Part of a Documentary Film Series (free!), this film was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature 2007. Is it possible to conduct democratic elections in a war zone? Can a foreign military force bring Western-style democracy to the Muslim world? For U.S. military and diplomatic planners in Iraq, the answer to both questions has been a resolute "yes." Sign up to be added to the film email list. More info.
“Every Second Counts”
American Red Cross Central VA Chapter
Tuesday, November 25, 12 noon – 1:00 pm
1105 Rose Hill Drive
You are invited to come have lunch at the Red Cross and to find out why “Every Second Counts.” This is a tour that highlights what the Red Cross does here in the Cville community and runs from noon – 1:00. Lunch is provided. Reservations required. Groups welcome. Phone 434-979-7143.
Grant Writing Workshop
SkillSet Partners
Wednesday & Thursday, December 3 & 4
Baltimore, MD
To register you call Pat Annis at (888) 527-7483. The early bird price is $349 which is good for up to 30 days prior to the workshop. For CNE members we will offer $10 off the early bird price or $349 (cost is normally $375) until the day before the workshop. They have to mention CNE to get it. See outline.
Hospice Tree: A Celebration of Life
Hospice of the Piedmont
Tuesday, December 9, 6:30 pm
First Presbyterian Church
Hospice of the Piedmont holds its annual Hospice Tree ceremony to celebrate life, and to remember those with whom we have shared life's journey. Community members are invited to "light a light" on the 2008 Hospice Tree in memory of a loved one or in honor of a personal hero. Visit
www.hopva.org for more information and to make a donation.
“Every Second Counts”
American Red Cross Central VA Chapter
Tuesday, December 9, 12 noon – 1:00 pm
1105 Rose Hill Drive
You are invited to come have lunch at the Red Cross and to find out why “Every Second Counts.” This is a tour that highlights what the Red Cross does here in the Cville community and runs from noon – 1:00. Lunch is provided. Reservations required. Groups welcome. Phone 434-979-7143.
Experiences with and Perceptions of the Latino Community and What Can Be Done to Strengthen the Relationship between the Police and Area Latinos
Creciendo Juntos
Thursday, December 11, 9:45 am - 11:30 am
Room A, Albemarle County Bldg on 5th St Extended
Albemarle County Police Department is exploring ways to improve its relationship with the Latino community and gain its trust. An ACPD officer who has worked with the department since 1991 and whose grandfather was from Puerto Rico, will share his experiences and perceptions of the local Latino population and welcome feedback for ideas on how to bring the ACPD and Latinos together. See website.
Third Thursday Brown Bag Lunch
Rivanna Conservation Society
Thursday, December 18, 12:00 noon - 1:00 pm
Jefferson-Madison Regional Library, 201 E Market St
Subject: What is a River Keeper and What Do They Do?
Speaker: David Sligh: Upper James River Keeper
Questions? Contact RCS at exec@rivannariver.org or call (434 977 4837)
“Every Second Counts”
American Red Cross Central VA Chapter
Tuesday, December 23, 12 noon – 1:00 pm
1105 Rose Hill Drive
You are invited to come have lunch at the Red Cross and to find out why “Every Second Counts.” This is a tour that highlights what the Red Cross does here in the Cville community and runs from noon – 1:00. Lunch is provided. Reservations required. Groups welcome. Phone 434-979-7143.
Portrayal of Latinos in the Media
Creciendo Juntos (CJ)
Thursday, January 8, 10:00am -11:30 am
Room A, Albemarle County Building on 5th St, Extd.
Typically Latinos have been negatively depicted in the media or information about them has been shaped by stereotypes, anti-immigrant ideology or other misinformation. The Cville media is not an exception. Amy Fraizer's UVA J-Term students will present the results of their findings about local media perceptions and area reporters will be on hand to discuss them. Registration is at 9:45. Info.
Making Community Projects More Sustainable
Creciendo Juntos (CJ)
Thursday, February 12, 10:00am -11:30 am
Room A, Albemarle County Building on 5th St, Extd.
This Creciendo Juntos (CJ) training will be different than its predecessors because it will not focus exclusively on the Latino community. All agencies and groups, including those working with Latinos, will benefit from learning basic tools to make their initiatives sustainable through participatory planning, implementation and other community empowerment methods. The training will be facilitated by Tim Sinatra, Director of the local Boys & Girls Club. Free and open to the public. For more information contact Peter Loach at peterl@piedmonthousing.org
Grant Writing Workshop
SkillSet Partners
Thursday & Friday, Feburary 26 & 27
Charlotte, NC
To register you call Pat Annis at (888) 527-7483. The early bird price is $349 which is good for up to 30 days prior to the workshop. For CNE members we will offer $10 off the early bird price or $349 (cost is normally $375) until the day before the workshop. They have to mention CNE to get it. See outline.
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