March 20th 2010 NPN Community Relations Intern
Through its 2010 Store Grant program, Target will provide direct support to K-12 schools and other nonprofit organizations that foster a love of reading and provide art experiences.
In the Early Childhood Reading category, Target will fund programs that foster a love of reading and encourage young children, preschool through…
March 20th 2010 NPN Community Relations Intern
March 19th 2010 NPN Community Relations Intern
March 19th 2010 NPN Community Relations Intern
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March 30th 2010 Free Healthy Green Home SeriesGlobal Green USA |
Come learn how your house works and why the flow of air in your house is so important. This workshop will focus on the ‘stack effect’ and how controlling the temperature in your house will save you money and keep you comfortable. Edward Cazayoux is an architect from Louisiana and is the author of A Manual for the Environmental & Climatic Responsive Restoration and Renovation of Older Houses in Louisiana. He’s also a former Professor of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. He will discuss historic homes in New Orleans and how, architecturally they were designed for human comfort in a hot, humid climate. Bill Robinson is a contractor in New Orleans that trains and consults folks on how to make homes more Energy Efficient. He will be discussing weatherization upgrades homeowners in New Orleans can make to save energy and save money. Tuesday March 30 6pm – 8pm Build it Back Green Resource Center 841 Carondelet Street, New Orleans Build It Back Green events are free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served. |
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March 17th 2010 JeffCAP needs volunteers for programsJefferson Community Action Programs |
The Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) enables volunteers age 55 and over to contribute their time, experience, knowledge and interests to others in the community. We are dedicated to helping seniors retain useful roles after retirement. Who can be an RSVP volunteer? Anyone who is 55 years or over and who wants to volunteer can join RSVP. What do RSVP volunteers do? Some of our more common positions are gift shop clerk, meals delivery, receptionist and patient escort. How often and how long do I have to volunteer? The length of commitment and the number of hours vary with the assignments. It is usually established by the place where you work. For our part, we only Where do RSVP volunteers work? RSVP maintains agreements with social services agencies, health care institutions, senior and community centers to accept RSVP volunteers. These sites are located throughout the parish. How do I find a volunteer position with RSVP? Many of our new volunteers come to us knowing exactly where they want to work and what they want to do. If you don’t know, RSVP will assist you in finding a placement based on your interests, experience, where you live and your schedule. Can I volunteer at more than one place? Yes. Many volunteers do. Can I change the place where I volunteer? Yes. Just let our office know you’d like to make a change. RSVP volunteers are invited to attend the annual luncheon celebration each year. Usually this is held in the fall. RSVP Meals Reimbursement Request THE BEST AGE IS THE AGE YOU ARE. The Jefferson Community Action Programs (JeffCAP) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, or age. For more information, contact JeffCAP RSVP at (504) 736-6165 and email . |
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March 17th 2010 Relay for Life Cupcake CampaignJefferson Community Action Programs |
When you buy a $1 “cupcake” at the Jefferson Parish Federal Credit Unions, Relay for Life Metairie |
In 1939, our neighborhood leaders recognized the special character of the Garden District and set out to protect its unique charm and quality of life. Today, its membership of hundreds of families and businesses are able to speak with one collective voice in matters of importance to the neighborhood at…
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Sunday March 21st - New Leviathan Oriental Fox Trot Orchestra Every Sunday in March 2010! Visit www.nojc.org for more info and the complete schedule! NICKEL A DANCE is a free… read more
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March 24th - Pianist Vadim Neselovskyi with No Room for Squares & Westfallapalloza Wednesdays in March and April! Visit www.nojc.org for more info and the complete schedule. JAZZ AT THE… read more
New Orleans Jazz Celebration