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The Gilchrist Center Community News and Announcements team would like to receive your comments about the e-newsletter. The comments and suggestions you provide will enable the center to bring productive and effective information to better serve you and your community.
Please follow the link below to submit answers to this five minute survey by 5:00pm, October 17.
Please visit here to take the survey.
The Literacy Council has 150 individuals waiting for tutors, and receives requests from more prospective learners every day. The Council needs to expand the tutor base in order to help these motivated adults obtain critical literacy skills.
- Are you a member of a church, synagogue, mosque, or other religious organization?
- Does your neighborhood have a listserv?
- Are you active in a local alumni association?
- Are you out and about in the community running errands or shopping? Can you post flyers?
- Do you use social media?
You have access to materials that you can easily download and share.
Visit the website here for more information, and resources. Also, please let us know if you have other ideas. please contact Shelley Long at 301.610.0030, ext. 219.
Save the dates for the Greater Washington Immigration Film Festival (GWIFF) featuring films telling immigrant stories promoting empathy, understanding and motivation for systemic change. The film festival stimulates public awareness and involvement in the national effort for just and equitable immigration reform in the United States.
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When: October 23, 24, 25 & 26
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Where: Various faith communities and theaters throughout the national capital area
For more information and free ticket reservations please click here.
Mark your calendar for the big night at DC's GALA Theater October 25th! Join for appetizers, wine, and live entertainment. Then settle in for the Washington premiere screening of the film "Who Is Dayani Cristal?" (2013) by Gael Garcia Bernal, Mexican actor and activist, and Marc Silver. (Fee $25).
Two great events, one great night!
a) Your Grandkids and You- bring your grandchildren all dressed up to celebrate Halloween. Games and treats are included in this fun time!
- When: Wednesday, October 29
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Time: 4:30pm-5:30pm
b) Halloween Dance Party- Come in costume, and dance to the favorite music with DJ Vinny and Good Vibrations.
- When: Wednesday, October 29
- Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm
The events will take place at the Holiday Park Senior Center at 3950 Ferrara Drive, Wheaton, MD 20906. For more information please call 240-777-4999.
Please join us for an evening of fellowship, fun, and food from near and far. The most recent “Skill book 4” graduates and the newest Citizens of the US will be honored. Bring food from your home country, wear native clothing, come and entertain guests with traditional music and dancing, arts and crafts from your culture.
- When: Tuesday, October 14
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Time: 7:00pm-8:30pm
- Where: St Mark Presbyterian Church, 10701 Old Georgetown Road, Rockville, MD 20852
a) Fall Harvest Festival in Wheaton
Please bring a canned good for entry into the raflle. Register online here or in person at the center (see address below). it is a FREE event
- When: Friday, October 17
- Time: 6:00pm-8:30pm
- Where: Wheaton Neighborhood Recreation Center, 11711 Georgia Avenue, Wheaton MD 20902
b) Halloween Haunted House at Long Branch
Elementary school-aged children are invited to put on their costumes and come to the Long Branch Community Center for the annual Halloween Haunted House. There will be a costume contest, pumpkin carving and more. Children MUST be accompanied by a parent or guardian. For more information, please call 240-777-6965.
- When: Friday, October 24
- Time: 7:00pm-10:00pm
- Where: 8700 Piney Branch Rd, Silver Spring, MD
c) Halloween Extravaganza at East County Community Recreation Center
Kids in Grades K-12 can enjoy games, crafts, a costume contest and so much more. Please call 240-777-8090 for more information. FREE!
- When: Saturday, October 25
- Time: 12:00noon-2:00pm
- Where: East County Community Rec Ctr, 3310 Gateshead Manor Way, Silver Spring, MD 20904
d) Monster Mash Bash a Mid County Community Recreation Center
Join the Mid County Community Recreation Center for a family costume party with games, crafts, and dancing! FREE
- When: Friday, October 31
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Time: 7:00pm-9:00pm
- Where: Mid County Community Center, 2004 Queensguard Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20906
 When: Sunday, October 19
Time: 12:00pm-5:00pm
Where: Westfield Wheaton Plaza Mall parking lot (next to the Wheaton metro)
Sponsored by Fund for Montgomery and organized by KID Museum, the free festival includes an international village, a global kitchen with chef demonstrations of ethnic food, a craft market, a Parade of Cultures, two performance stages of dance and music, traditional arts and fun interactive activities for the whole family.
For more information please visit here.
- When: Thursday, November 20
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Time: 6:00pm-9:00pm
- Where: Northwood High School, 919 University Blvd. West, Silver Spring, MD 20901.
Classes are held Monday-Thursday, 7pm to 9pm and will start in January, 2015.
* The cost for CASA members is $130 for 12 weeks of class. Books cost $50 (used for two sessions). Payments must be made with credit/ debit card or money order (no cash accepted). Your information will be placed on a waitlist, and you will be notified a week before registration.
The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Montgomery County in partnership with the Gilchrist Center for Cultural Diversity is offering a new computer literacy class in English and Spanish for small business owners and anyone seeking basic computer skills.
Option 1
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When: Mondays from 6:00pm-8:00pm and Fridays from 3:30pm-5:30pm (8 classes)
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Fees: $20
Class started September 29. Hurry, limited space is still available!
Option 2
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When: Saturdays from 1:00pm-3:00pm (4 classes)
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Fees: $20
Class started October 4. Hurry, limited space is still available!
All classes will be held at Ana G Mendez University System (AGMUS), 11006 Veirs Mill Road, Wheaton, MD 20902
To register please call 240-630-8638 or click here to email Mayra Bayonet of Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
a) Avoiding Fraud and Scams – Presented by Detective Mengedoht, Montgomery County Police Department - Financial Crimes section. The program is free.
- When: Wednesday, October 22
- Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm
- Where: Holiday Park Senior Center, 3950 Ferrara Drive, Wheaton, MD 20906
For more information, please call 240-777-4999.
a) Woman-Owned and Working it! Certifications and Business Opportunities for Women-Owned Businesses:
Join Maryland Women's Business Center for an exciting workshop to learn more about the certifications available to women-owned enterprises, including the federal WOSB self-certification, WBE certification from WBENC and MBE certification from Maryland.
You will hear from a panel of experts and successful women entrepreneurs about how to turn the woman-owned certifications into contracts and business with federal, state, and local government and major corporations!
- When: Friday, October 17
- Time: 8:30am-1:00pm
- Where: Silver Spring Civic Center, One Veterans Place, Silver Spring, MD 20910
- Fee: $15
b) QuickBooks in Spanish:
Learn how to use QuickBooks to pay your bills, and track the financial performance of your small business.
- When: Wednesday October 22
- Time: 10:00am-12:30pm
- Where: Maryland Women’s Business Center, 51 Monroe St, Suite Plaza East - 20, Rockville, MD 20850
- Fee: $15
c) Rock Your Content
Your content needs to tell your story and engage customers so they want to buy from you. This class will show great examples of content marketing, teach what your brand stands for and help you create a content marketing plan.
- When: Thursday, October 30
- Time: 10:00am-12:30pm
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Where: Maryland Women’s Business Center, 51 Monroe St, Suite Plaza East - 20, Rockville, MD 20850
- Fee: $15
a) Free Citizenship Classes at Montgomery College
Do you need educational or legal help preparing for the US citizenship test and/or interview? Come to an information session and discover how Montgomery College may be able to help you for free!
*The Montgomery College citizenship preparation program is for legal permanent residents who live in Maryland and are learning English as a second language.
For registration dates and times please click here.
For more information, contact Izis Weill at 240-567-8839 or via email here.
b) GED® Community Information Session with Montgomery College
Come and get information about the GED® test preparation program. You will learn about:
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Classes and the GED® exam;
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How long it takes to prepare;
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What you need to do to register for classes or the GED® test.
You do not need to register for this event. The meeting includes time for questions and answers. It is strongly recommended that you attend an information session. Attending does not mean you are registered for classes.
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When: Saturday, October 18
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Time: 11:00am-12:00pm
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Where: Gaithersburg Library, 2nd Floor, 18330 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20879
For more information contact: Emma R. Wilson at 240-567-8950 or Paola Bichara at 240-777-4959 or click here to email her.
a) PT Spanish Speaking Therapist (Middle School)- Come and work within an innovative team of a School Community Coordinator and Family Case Manager in a school-based office suite. Please submit your resume here for immediate consideration.
b) FT Spanish Speaking Therapist (Elementary School)- This position pays in the mid-40s with free clinical supervision, access to several free CEU training programs, 13 special vacation days over school closures and holidays, and a generous benefits package. Clinicians who are passionate about serving vulnerable populations and have high standards for the quality of their clinical work are sought. Please submit your resume here for immediate consideration.
For more information, please contact Larry Epp, Ed. via telephone at (240) 683-6580 or via email here.
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