October 2014 Human Services E-Newsletter

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Our mission is to assure the human services needs of Bloomington citizens are met through the involvement of its people and the network of human service providers.

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Creekside Open House

Creekside Community Center

Don't forget to explore the possibilities at the Creekside Open House Saturday, October 4, 2014, 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Come see programs for those 50+, visit with program members and learn ways you can become involved. Enjoy live music, entertainment, refreshments and much more.

Arc's Career Fair

Arc's Value Village is hiring for their new Bloomington store. Stop by their job fair at Creekside Community Center for an interview:

  • Wednesday, October 1, 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
  • Thursday, October 2, 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.


Potential candidates should come to the job fair prepared to participate in interviews with Arc's Value Village Managers, Supervisors and Volunteer Coordinators. The following paid full-time and part-time positions are available:


  • Merchandise Pricer
  • Merchandise Planner
  • Sales Associate
  • Merchandise Assistant
  • Volunteer Opportunities


Winter Clothing Drive

A community-wide winter clothing drive is taking place now through Monday, November 10. Clothing items can be dropped off at designated drop-off sites throughout Bloomington. The winter clothing drive will help benefit Bloomington Public Schools. For more information, contact 952-563-8733, TTY 952-563-8740 or humanservices@BloomingtonMN.gov

Flu Shot Clinics

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Bloomington Human Services and Public Health are hosting flu shot clinics at Creekside Community Center

  • Wednesday, October 15, 5-6:30 p.m. 
  • Friday, October 31, 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

No appointment necessary. The FluMist, injectable and the High-Dose vaccine will be available. Please bring your insurance card if you have coverage. Shots will be provided to those without insurance and unable to pay.

For more information on flu prevention

Medicare Coffee Talk

Stop by Creekside Monday, October 13, 10-11 a.m. Topics will include: the Part D benefit, how to compare prescription coverage and how prescription coverage works with various Medicare supplements, employer plans and Medicare Advantage Plans. 

This event is free. Coffee and treats provided. Cosponsored by Senior Community Services. The registration deadline is Wednesday, October 8. Contact 952-563-4944, TTY 952-563-4933 or reservations@BloomingtonMN.gov

Educate Girls, Change the World

Photo by Kiran Reddy

A screening of the film Girl Rising will be shown Saturday, October 11, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at Oak Grove Presbyterian Church.

Nine ordinary girls from around the globe confront tremendous challenges and overcome nearly impossible odds to pursue their dreams. Guest speaker and Somali native, Sherry Mohamed shares her story and the challenges for girls in Somalia today. The film is recommended for ages 10 and older.

This free event, which is open to the public is hosted by the Bloomington Human Rights Commission, Oak Grove Presbyterian Church and Room to Read. Registration is encouraged. Contact 952-563-4944, TTY 952-563-4933 or reservations@BloomingtonMN.gov. Non-profit organizations will be on hand to provide ways to become involved in the fight for girls education. 

Our Journey to America

You are invited to hear the untold stories of five Minnesota immigrants. The Bloomington Human Rights Commission is cosponsoring this event, which is free and open to the public. Food and refreshments will be provided. Come Tuesday, October 21, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Normandale Hylands United Methodist Church. Register by Tuesday, October 21.

Annual Veterans Photo Wall

Veterans Photo Wall

The Annual Veterans Photo Wall will be on display throughout the month of November at Bloomington Civic Plaza and Creekside Community Center. The current collection continues to grow each year and includes over 275 photos of men and women from all branches of service.

If you would like to include a photo for the 2014 display, visit Human Services at Creekside Community Center or Bloomington Civic Plaza.  High quality photos can also be emailed to humanservices@BloomingtonMN.gov.

Please include name, rank, branch and years of service.

Find Human Services

Bloomington Civic Plaza
952-563-8733, TTY 952-563-8740
1800 West Old Shakopee Road
Bloomington, MN 55431

Creekside Community Center
952-563-4944, TTY 952-563-4933
9801 Penn Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55431

humanservices@BloomingtonMN.gov
reservations@BloomingtonMN.gov

The City of Bloomington does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its services, programs, or activities.  Upon request, accommodation will be provided to allow individuals with disabilities to participate in all City of Bloomington services, programs, and activities.  Upon request, this information can be available in Braille, large print, audio tape and/or electronic format.