 The Horseshoe Baltimore Casino will serve as an economic engine, driving new jobs, tax revenues, and increased development. From the beginning, Horseshoe has been committed to promoting local hiring and working with the Mayor’s Office of Employment Development to provide Baltimore City residents with information and access to the 1,700 jobs that it will create. The strong public-private partnership between the City and Horseshoe has resulted in a comprehensive recruitment strategy that could not have come at a better time, as many families are struggling to find job opportunities.
Last week, we announced the details of this expansive hiring program, which begins next month. Horseshoe Baltimore, working with the Mayor’s Office of Employment Development (MOED) and the Baltimore City Council, will conduct city-wide outreach to educate residents about available positions, job qualifications, and the application process.
The Horseshoe team and MOED will hold a number of neighborhood-based recruitment events. The team will employ promotion methods ranging from neighborhood canvassing to social media campaigns—in partnership with a wide range of community groups, neighborhood associations, and civic organizations—to spread the word. A complete schedule of neighborhood recruitment events is available at www.horseshoebaltimore.com.
As an additional resource, job seekers can enroll in Horseshoe Baltimore’s Legendary Candidates Academy, a series of two-day, six-hour training sessions operated at locations throughout the city in conjunction with MOED and its workforce partners. The sessions will provide in-depth information about the requirements for various positions, outline the pre-employment process, underscore Horseshoe Baltimore’s emphasis on exceptional customer service, and prepare candidates for position-specific interviews. Job seekers who successfully complete the Academy will receive special hiring consideration.
Horseshoe will promote open positions through the Baltimore City and Maryland chambers of commerce, and through partnerships with local colleges and universities, philanthropies, religious organizations, the National Pan-Hellenic Council (Divine Nine), and the Enoch Pratt Free Library. In addition, Horseshoe will utilize paid advertising, social media, and community association meetings to spread the work about employment opportunities.
Finally, Horseshoe Baltimore will host a series of large-scale hiring events at the Baltimore Convention Center (March 7 – 9), Hyatt Regency Baltimore (May 3 – 5), and M&T Bank Stadium (May 19 – 21).
We are pulling out all the stops to make sure that Baltimore residents have every opportunity to learn about and apply for jobs at the Casino. Horseshoe Baltimore means more business for our local tourism and hospitality economy. It means even more investment for a gateway into Baltimore. It means revenue to reduce property taxes and invest in our children’s education. And it means jobs for our residents.
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If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me at my website or by email at mayor@baltimorecity.gov. You can also follow the Mayor’s Office and be a part of the conversation on Facebook or Twitter.
 Sincerely,
Stephanie Rawlings-Blake
Mayor, City of Baltimore
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Baltimore CASH Campaign Free Tax Preparation
Twelve Baltimore CASH (Creating Assets, Savings and Hope) Campaign sites are now open to help low- to moderate-income households save during this tax season. If your 2013 income was less than $52,000 you may be eligible to have the Baltimore CASH Campaign's IRS-certified tax volunteers file your taxes for free! For more information or to make an appointment, call 410-234-8008 or visit bmorefreetaxes.org.
Baltimore CASH also offers help for students filling out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). The Mayor’s Office of Employment Development in Mondawmin Mall will offer special FAFSA clinics, run by Baltimore City Public Schools college readiness specialists, on February 1, 15, 22, and March 1; 9:00 am – 12:00 noon.
YouthWorks Online Pre-Registration
Baltimore City residents between the ages of 14 and 21 can now pre-register for the 2014 YouthWorks summer jobs program. Pre-registration will run through March 14, and pre-registrants must attend an in-person certification appointment to be eligible for YouthWorks placement. Pre-registration and in-person certification do not guarantee placement. YouthWorks is also recruiting organizations to serve as worksites, and local employers to hire youth directly through the YouthWorks Hire One Youth campaign. YouthWorks summer jobs will begin June 23 and end August 1. For more information, visit youthworks.oedworks.com.
Employ Baltimore – Ready to Work for You
Get connected to a job by becoming a part of Employ Baltimore – Ready to Work for You, Baltimore City’s strategy to link residents to great paying jobs. Participants must have a high school diploma or GED and work experience. To learn more, visit one of Baltimore City's full-service career centers or neighborhood-based Community Job Hubs, head to www.oedworks.com, or call 410-396-3009. Get started on your career pathway today!
ONE-STOP CAREER CENTERS
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Northwest One-Stop Career Center: 2401 Liberty Heights Avenue, Mondawmin Mall Suite 302 (410-523-1060)
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Eastside One-Stop Career Center: 3001 E. Madison Street (410-396-9030)
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Baltimore Works One-Stop Career Center: 1100 N. Eutaw Street (410-767-2148)
COMMUNITY JOB HUBS
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Bon Secours Community Works: 26 N. Fulton Avenue (410-362-3629)
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Govans Ecumenical Development Corporation: 5513 York Road (410-532-7117)
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My Brother’s Keeper: 4207 Frederick Avenue (410-644-3194)
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Southern Community Action Center: 606 Cherry Hill Road (410-545-0900)
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Transforming Life Church of God: 4801 Sipple Avenue (410-485-6193)
The Horseshoe Legendary Academy
Developed by the Mayor’s Office of Employment Development and the Baltimore Workforce Investment Board, the two-day Horseshoe Legendary Academy will give Baltimore residents information about the Horseshoe Casino brand, hiring requirements, and career possibilities. Gain a competitive edge and receive hands-on practice with the skills necessary for successful employment with the Horseshoe Baltimore Casino. Special hiring consideration will be given to those who complete the Legendary Academy. Space is limited, so please RSVP at thehorseshoelegendaryacademy.eventbrite.com. For more information, call 410-396-9030, visit www.oedworks.com, or email casino@oedworks.com.
29th Street Community Center Winter Programs
The new year is here, so join the 29th Street Community Center to make 2014 your best year yet! Sign up for one (or many) of Greater Homewood Community Corporation’s 24 exciting programs, including child and youth development, after-school, and adult programs. There is something for everyone. Yoga, fitness, and martial arts classes, violin lessons, robotics—the list goes on and on! Programs begin on Monday, January 13. Registration is required and easy. For more information or a list of programs, visit www.greaterhomewood.org/our-work/29thstreetcenter.
Lexington Street Garage Bicycle Parking
Baltimore City has added a dedicated bicycle parking room to its Lexington Street Garage (510 E. Lexington Street). The secure parking is accessible only with a control card and can accommodate over 50 bicycles. Located across the street from War Memorial, the garage is conveniently located near a number of municipal buildings. For just $8 per month, contract holders can access the bicycle room 24/7, use the Fix-It Stand to make minor repairs or refill tires, and even use the garage to park a motor vehicle up to two days per month. Applications are available from the Parking Authority.
Starting a Small, Intensive Commercial Farm for Local Markets
9-part Series: Wednesdays, January 29 – March 26
Baltimore County Center for Maryland Agriculture, 1114 Shawan Road, Cockeysville
3-part Urban Series: Wednesdays, April 9 – 23
2640 St. Paul Street
The Baltimore Co. office of the UMD Extension is partnering with Future Harvest Chesapeake Alliance for Sustainable Agriculture, Farm Alliance, and Real Food Farm to offer this informative workshop series. Get information and tools to start and operate a successful, intensive farm, focused on small-scale commercial production. Registration is required: $40 for the 9-part series, $15 for the 3-part Urban Farm series, or $50 for both. Please register at ter.ps/sscfi by January 27. For more information, call 410-771-1761.
Baltimore-Xiamen Sister City Youth Orchestra
Tuesday, February 4, 5:00 pm
Baltimore School for the Arts, 712 Cathedral Street
The Baltimore-Xiamen Sister City Committee & Baltimore School for the Arts invite you to attend a Youth Symphony Concert featuring a selection of Western and Chinese music. Join the Youth Orchestra of the Xiamen Foreign Language School & The Baltimore School for the Arts String Orchestra for this free concert. Children are welcome! For more information, visit www.bxscc.org or contact Mr. Fontaine Bell at 410-440-6117 or fontainebell@gmail.com.
Y Family Valentine's Event
Friday, February 7
Druid Hill Family Center Y, 1609 Druid Hill Avenue
Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Family Center Y, 900 E. 33rd Street
Join the Y of Central Maryland for a family Valentine’s Day celebration. The whole family can enjoy Valentine's Day crafts, games, fitness activities, and more. Times and activities vary by location, so contact your Family Center Y for details. The event is free for members, $5 for nonmembers, and $10 for families. For more information, please visit www.ymaryland.org or contact your local Family Center Y.
National Aquarium Black History Month Celebration
Friday, February 7, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
National Aquarium, 501 E. Pratt Street
National Aquarium's Cultural Series celebrates Black History Month with an evening focused on Black History around the Chesapeake Bay region. See “Chesapeake Bay Dreaming,” an original play by the award-winning Aquarium on Wheels program. Enjoy a recreation of one of Baltimore’s legendary jazz clubs, with a cash bar available for those 21 and over. Participate in an oyster tonging demonstration or explore a photo exhibit of Black Watermen by Glen McClure and a display by the Blacks of the Chesapeake Foundation. Dance to live R&B and jazz by Eugene Chapman, and enjoy dance performances by Dance Baltimore. All activities are included with general admission, which is greatly discounted thanks to the National Aquarium's Fridays After 5:00 promotion. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit aqua.org.
Baltimore City Community Stakeholders Webinar
Thursday, February 13, 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Online
Get the data you need to make informed decisions about your changing community, whether you’re a nonprofit, small business, or community leader. Sponsored by the U.S. Census Bureau and the Mayor’s Office of Neighborhoods and Constituent Services, this webinar will feature the latest Census Bureau statistics about Baltimore’s immigrant and ethnic communities and show you how to effectively utilize the data and tools provided by the Census Bureau. Capacity is limited, and registration is required. For more information, contact Nesreen Khashan at 202-510-6403 or nesreen.khashan@census.gov.
Fest-of-All Gala & Fashion Show
Saturday, February 22, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Baltimore Museum of Industry, 1415 Key Highway
Beat the winter doldrums with the 7th annual Fest-of-All Gala & Fashion Show. Fest-of-All showcases the best of Federal Hill, featuring fine food & drink from the area’s great restaurants and taverns, a runway fashion show with the latest attire from local boutiques, live music, and a silent auction. Tickets are $75 in advance, $90 at the door. Proceeds from Fest-of-All benefit Federal Hill Main Street's community revitalization efforts. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.historicfederalhill.org.
AARP Free Tax Preparation
Walk-In: Saturday, February 22, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Appointment only: Saturday, March 8, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
St. Helena Community Building, 6509 Colgate Avenue
AARP can help you file your taxes for free. All ages are welcome, but participating households must make less $100,000 annually. No appointment is necessary on February 22, but to make an appointment for March 8, or for more information, call Shirley Gregory at 410-633-6077.
Mobility/Para-Transit Driver Recruitment Fair
Friday, February 28, 10:00 am
Maryland War Memorial, 101 North Gay Street
Come learn about a hiring opportunity for Baltimore residents, brought to you by the Mayor's Office of Employment Development's Community Job Hubs. Apply for a job Veolia Transportation, providing mobility/para-transit services to the elderly, disabled, and state employees. Candidates must have a valid Maryland driver’s license with no more than 2 points and be registered with the Maryland Workforce Exchange. For more information, call 410-396-3009.
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