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Register for “Shaping Community” Creative Placemaking Conference

When January 23-24, 2018 Where Stepping Stones Museum Mathews Park, Norwalk The Cultural Alliance of Fairfield County is organizing a 2-day creative placemaking conference, Shaping Community. Day One will be filled with demonstrations, discussions, performances in celebration and further exploration of the role of the cultural community in shaping our neighborhoods and towns. Day Two will be workshopping creative placemaking project…
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2018 BCYL Winter Gala

When Saturday February 24th, 2018 7:00pm–Midnight Where Costa Azzurra 72 Broadway Milford CT The gala will benefit BCYL programs including the Russell Colon/Caribe Youth Scholarship Fund. 7:00pm cash bar and hors d'oeuvre 8:00pm presentation Live music and DJ Tickets: $50 per person, $55 at the door 21 years and over Semi-formal attire (no jeans or…
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Join the GBLN Blood Drive

Where McGivney Community Center 338 Stillman St. Bridgeport, CT When Saturday, February 17, 2018 7:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. Don’t delay – Register now! Donors will enjoy flan, Spanish music, and good company while doing a good deed for the community. Register to donate at redcrossblood.org and use sponsor code GBLN to sign up. Download…
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Ways to Save on Your Energy Bill

Bridgeport resident Amarlis Colon is a single mother of five who understands the importance of saving money wherever she can. As someone who diligently monitors the energy consumption in her apartment, she was puzzled when her lighting and gas bills were increasing nearly every month. After attempting to reduce energy costs through makeshift solutions —…
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Announcing January-June 2018 Center for Nonprofit Excellence Workshop Calendar

The Center for Nonprofit Excellence at Fairfield County's Community Foundation provides training, leadership development, and resources to strengthen our region's nonprofits. CNE is excited to announce their next round of workshops, which includes opportunities for all to build their skills - from executive directors and board members, to finance, development, and program staff. Topics include: Advancing Your…
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