2017 was a fantastic year for Latino/Latin American literature. But the start of the new year means there are even more amazing books on the horizon. Between new works from iconic writers to brand new voices playing with form, there’s a lot to look forward to. Here are five books published in early 2018 that…
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Bridgeport PechaKucha Storytelling Night
Date/Time September 12, 2018 6:15am - 9:15am FREE (Donations Accepted) Location Barnum Museum 820 Main Street Bridgeport CT 06604 Calling all Bridgeport creative people! We are moving forward on planning our second PechaKucha Night for September 12, 2018 (location still to be determined) and are looking for a fresh set of presenters. In case you…
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PSEG Ready2Work Apprenticeship Readiness Training
An opportunity for Bridgeport residents to prepare for a career in the building trades. Train for a high-paying union apprenticeship—at no cost! The PSEG Ready2Work program provides intensive training that gets you ready to apply for high-paying union apprenticeships in a just few short weeks. Program benefits include: Get the skills for entry-level employment in…
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Women in Business: Know the Numbers
Women across Connecticut are strengthening the economy on a local, state, and national level. Find out how the Women's Development Business Council is benefitting the community, and its women business owners/female entrepreneurs are serving as economic engines. Click here to learn more
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Q&A with Eddie ‘The Tranzcendent One’ Martinez
As we previously announced, Eddie Martinez recently joined the Greater Bridgeport Latino Network's board of directors. We asked him a few questions so we can all get to know him better.
Welcome Mayra Cabanas-Colon, one of GBLN’s new board members
Mayra is a lifelong resident of Bridgeport, born and raised in the East Side. She is married, with two young sons.
Meet Eddie Martinez, one of GBLN’s new board members
Eddie Martinez, "The Tranzcendent One," is a new member of GBLN's board. Here's a little background on Eddie.
Barnum Festival’s Annual Great Street Parade
Barnum Festival closes out the season with a real showstopper- the annual Great Street Parade! Join them as a procession of firetrucks, bands, floats, clowns, performers, and community members travel around Bridgeport’s scenic Seaside Park. Bring the whole family to celebrate and support the city of Bridgeport and surrounding communities. Date/Time Sunday, July 1st, 2018…
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Nominations for Fairfield County’s Community Foundation Community Impact Awards
Nominate extraordinary nonprofits working to close the opportunity gap in Fairfield County. Applications accepted through July 9, 2018 Two nonprofit organizations will be awarded as winners of the inaugural Fairfield County’s Community Foundation Community Impact Awards. Each winner will receive a $2,500 grant and a year of free trainings and workshops from FCCF’s Center for…
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Free Yoga in the Park Sponsored by AARP Connecticut
Free community classes from May 29, 2018 – September 2, 2018 Tuesdays 5:00pm McLevy Green Saturdays 9:30am Seaside Park Visit the website for more information Download the flyer
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