The 2018 AARP Community Challenge is now accepting applications through May 16, 2018 to fund “quick-action” projects in communities across the country. Grants can range from several hundred dollars for small, short-term activities to several thousand for larger projects. The program is now in its second year and is part of AARP’s nationwide work on Livable Communities,…
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2018 CT Mission of Mercy (CTMOM) Free Dental Clinic
Date/Time April 20-21, 2018 Clinic Doors Open at 8:00am Location Torrington High School 50 Major Besse Drive Torrington, CT 06790 The Connecticut Mission of Mercy (CTMOM) is a large-scale dental clinic where dental treatment is provided at no cost to individuals who cannot afford dental care. You can be a CTMOM patient if: You do not have…
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Proposed Law SB 455 Would Advance Diversity Among CT Teachers
ConnCAN supports bill to help hire qualified educators of color, urges lawmakers to create flexibility, pathways for charter school teachers New Haven, Conn.—Today, the Education Committee voted to send Senate Bill 455: An Act Concerning Minority Teacher Recruitment and Retention on to the floor of the Senate for further action. Connecticut faces a representation crisis…
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Anti-Corruption Rally & Resolution
Date/Time Monday April 2, 2018 5:30pm–8:30pm Location Bridgeport City Hall Are you tired of local politics, the "game," and who it benefits? Do you wish to see power restored to the people and voters of Bridgeport? And are you angered by the corruptive influence that large special interests - like corporations and lobbying firms -…
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Join Senators Murphy And Blumenthal For A Community Conversation
This meeting is an opportunity for parents, students, families, and community leaders to come together and share issues and concerns with the Senators, as well as receive an update on their work in Connecticut and Washington D.C. Date/Time Sunday, March 18 at 2:45pm Location Hall Neighborhood House 52 George E Pipkin's Way Bridgeport Please RSVP…
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Applications For People Empowering People, A Bridgeport PLTI initiative
People Empowering People (PEP) is an innovative life skills program for adults and older teens from community organizations, faith communities and community neighborhoods. Applications Due by March 16, 2018 Tuesdays from 5:30 – 8:00 PM ~ Starting April 3, 2018 It only takes 11 weeks to learn: Better Communication skills Problem solving skills Action planning…
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17th Annual Walk to End Homelessness
EVERYONE DESERVES A HOME JOIN ALPHA COMMUNITY SERVICES YMCA FOR THEIR ANNUAL WALK TO END HOMELESSNESS Captain’s Cove, Bridgeport • Saturday, May 19 Registration 8:30am • Walk Begins 9:30am Alpha Community Services YMCA, a branch of the Central Connecticut Coast YMCA, is the largest provider of permanent supportive housing and support services in the state.…
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Bridgeport Chamber of Commerce Is Seeking Information From Bridgeport-based Businesses
The Bridgeport Chamber of Commerce (BCC) is one of seven affiliates of the Bridgeport Regional Business Council. The BCC is led by Board of Directors composed of Bridgeport business owners, employees and others dedicated to the economic vitality of Bridgeport. As the BCC looks towards the future, their goal is to be a strong advocate…
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Southern Connecticut College Fair
Date/Time Wednesday, April 4th 2018 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. Location Webster Bank Arena Bridgeport, CT Free Admission! Designed for High School Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors, The Southern Connecticut College Fair is the largest college fair in the area. It is a free event and open to all high school students. There is no need…
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St. Patrick’s Day Celebration in Downtown Bridgeport
Friday, March 16th is the 36th annual St. Patrick’s Day Downtown Bridgeport Parade! Please join us in downtown Bridgeport on Friday, March 16. The Greater Bridgeport St. Patrick's Day Celebration Committee has planned an array of exciting events: 8:00 am Mass at Saint Augustine Cathedral 9:15 am Flag raising at City Hall 10:00 am Grand…
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