"The beautiful thing about learning is no one can take it away from you" - B.B. King
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September 17 - National Night Out Kickoff Party
September 17 - Run for Education
September 21 - Panel Discussion: Women at Texas A&M
September 21 - Community Agencies Breakfast
September 21 - Volunteer Opportunities Fair
September 21 - Crestview Affordable Housing's 4th Annual Health Fair
September 23-25 - Texas Reds Steak and Grape Festival
October 2 - Buddy Walk
October 4 - Leon County Fair
October 14-16 - Weiner Fest
October 22 - Walk to End Alzheimers
October 27 - 10th Annual Health Fair
October 28 - Trick or Treat at Werewolf Creek
October 30 - Monster Bash and Zombie 5K Run |
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Listing your organization's information in the Community Information Digest is easy and free! To have information considered for inclusion in the Digest, please submit it to 211@uwbv.org no later than 5:00 pm Tuesdays. All events posted are for the following week, events submitted for the same week will not be included in the Digest. Inclusion in the Digest is at the sole discretion of 2-1-1 Texas/United Way of the Brazos Valley and is dependent on their guidelines. |
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Does your organization have an ongoing program that you would like featured? Send it in! Briefly describe the program in 100 words or less. We will list your program in this section for up to two months, at which time you will need to resubmit the program information.
2-1-1 Brazos Valley would like to announce a new way to stay connected! To receive text updates on local resources including Back to School fairs, tax preparation sites, the Summer Food Program, and Holiday Assistance, simply text 211BV to 51555. Data rates may apply.
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 Over the Edge Brazos Valley, September 8
United Way of the Brazos Valley fights for the health, education and financial stability of every person in our community! We win by LIVING UNITED. By forging unlikely partnerships. By finding new solutions to old problems. By inspiring individuals to join the fight against a common foe: our community's most daunting social crises.
Think you can't make a difference in the community? Think again. United Way is about regular people coming together, doing small things that add up to BIG results!
Now YOU have the awesome opportunity to fight for the Brazos Valley. All while you fight your own fears - rappelling 110 feet down the Hilton College Station! The first 92 people to raise a minimum of $1,000 will earn a spot to go Over The Edge for United Way of the Brazos Valley. All money raised by Over The Edge Brazos Valley supports the United Way of the Brazos Valley and will support our work to achieve our Bold Goals in education, financial stability, and health.
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Over the Edge Volunteer Opportunities Now Posted on VolunteerBrazosValley.org
Date: Wednesday, September 7: 3-hour shifts between 10 AM and 7 PM
Thursday, September 8: 3-hour shifts between 7 AM and 7 PM
Place: Hilton College Station
801 University Drive East
College Station, TX 77840
There are two opportunities to volunteer at Over the Edge Brazos Valley and include:
General Event Volunteer: Want to volunteer with a totally unique, fun and exciting event? Join us on September 7 & 8 to help ensure that Over The Edge Brazos Valley is a huge success!
Ropes Volunteer: Have experience rappelling and with ropes? Register to be a ropes volunteer and receive a FREE rappel during training! Ropes volunteers must be available for the entire event on both Wednesday, September 7 and Thursday, September 8. Learn more here.
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Youth Suicide Awareness & Prevention "Community Day"
Date: Thursday, September 1, 2016
Place: Cedar Crest Hospital
Cedar Crest, in partnership with the Jason Foundation Inc., will host a Youth Suicide Awareness & Prevention "Community Day." Community providers, educators, law enforcement, and leadership will learn more about the impact of youth suicide on our community and what we can do to prevent this silent epidemic. RSVP Matthew Saylor
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How Can I Help My Child Have A Purposeful Life
Date: First Thursday of the Month, September 1, 2016
Place: Central Baptist Church, Family Life Center
College Station, TX 76513
The Center on Disability and Development (CDD) at Texas A&M University, Down Syndrome Association of Brazos Valley (DSABV), Families of Autistic Children Engaged Together for Support (FACETS), the Autism Clinic, Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services (DARS), and the Brazos Center for Independent Living (BVCIL) are hosting a free workshop series for parents, family members, community members and children with exceptionalities. Dinner is provided, and childcare is available for 3+. Please attend our workshop series and RSVP here!
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B/CS Habitat for Humanity Informational Meeting
Date: Friday, September 2, 2016
Place: Habitat Education Building
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Date: Saturday, September 3, 2016
Time: English 9:00 AM & 10:00 AM
Place: Habitat Education Building
Need a home? Build with Bryan/College Station Habitat for Humanity! The Bryan/College Station Habitat for Humanity will be hosting informational meetings on September 2nd, 2016 and September 3rd, 2016 for low-income families interested in applying to build a Habitat home. Visit www.habitatbcs.org or call (979) 823-7200 for more information.
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BV-SHRM Luncheon: Navigating Unemployment Claims & Working with the TWC
Date: Thursday, September 1, 2016
Time: Starting at 11:30 AM
Place: Phillips Event Center at Briarcrest
Cost: Non-members are $20 per person, and BV-SHRM members are $15 per person
The Brazos Valley Chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management is holding their monthly luncheon from 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM on September 1st, 2016. Carol Keough from Barita & Keough Law Firm, PLLC will be presenting. Lunch will be provided. Please RSVP to rsvpprograms@gmail.com.
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Call for Nominations for 2017 "You're the Tops" Luncheon
Date: Nominations due by Friday, September 2, 2016
"You're the Tops" Luncheon, Saturday, April 29, 2017
Place: Hilton College Station
801 University Drive East
College Station, TX 77840
For 23 years, the Prenatal Clinic has recognized women who make a difference in our community, honoring them at the annual "You're The Tops" luncheon benefit. Women selected for this prestigious honor come from a variety of backgrounds - business and community leaders, volunteers, and others who exemplify lives of service, leadership and achievement. Funds derived from luncheon reservations, donations and sponsorships are used to support the Prenatal Clinic's mission to help at-risk mothers give birth to healthy babies. To honor a woman who stands out as an exceptional member of our community, please call the Prenatal Clinic at (979) 595-1780 and request a nomination form or visit the Prenatal Clinic's website. Nomination forms must be completed in full and returned by September 2 to be considered.
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Registration for Community Agencies Breakfast
Date: Registration closes Friday, September 9, 2016
Community Agencies Breakfast, Wednesday, September 21, 2016
Place: Memorial Student Center, Ballroom A&B
College Station, TX 77843
Registration is now open for the 11th Annual Community Agencies Breakfast on Wednesday, September 21, from 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM in the MSC Ballrooms A&B. Please register one individual to represent your agency at the following website. If registration has not filled after several weeks we will then open it up to a wider audience. Please know that attendance will be on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Registration for Volunteer Opportunities Fair (VOF)
Date: Registration closes Friday, September 9, 2016
Volunteer Opportunities Fair (VOP), Wednesday, September 21, 2016
College Station, TX 77843
Registration is now open for the Volunteer Opportunities Fair (VOF) on
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FREE Sunday at the Children's Museum
Date: Sunday, August 28, 2016
Place: 4001 East 29th Street, Suite 80
Sunday, August 28th, is a FREE SUNDAY at the Children's Museum, sponsored by Atmos Energy. Bring the family to enjoy all of the wonderful exhibits the Children's Museum has to offer - for FREE! The Museum will be open from 1 to 5 pm and is located at 4001 East 29th St., Suite 80 in Bryan. Admission is FREE for this event! For more information visit us online at cmbv.org.
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Brazos County GED Class Registration
Date: Monday, August 29, 2016
Time: Registration starts at 9:00 AM for morning classes
Registration starts at 6:00 PM for night classes
Place: 1700 Palasota Drive
Cost: GED strudents may want to purchase the Kaplan book for $25. Books are available for purchase at class.
Registration for G.E.D. or High School Equivalency for Adults classes will be held on August 29. Students under 19 years of age must have a parent present to enroll. Everyone is welcome and there is no charge to attend the classes. The morning class will meet Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The night class will meet Monday and Thursday nights from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. For more information, call (979) 703-7740.
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Brazos County ESL Class Registration
Date: Monday, August 29, 2016
Time: Registration starts at 9:00 AM for morning classes
Registration starts at 6:00 PM for night classes
Place: 1700 Palasota Drive
Learn to speak, read and write in English and learn citizenship skills. The morning class will meet Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The night class will meet Monday and Thursday nights from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. For more information, call (979) 703-7740.
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Navasota County ESL Evening Class Registration
Date: Tuesday, September 6, 2016
Time: Registration starts at 6:00 PM
Learn to speak, read and write in English and learn citizenship skills! Registration for the Adult ESL classes will be held on Tuesday, September 6, starting at 6:00 PM at the Navasota Center. Classes will meet Tuesday evenings from 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM. Everyone is welcome and there is no charge to attend the classes. For more information, call (979) 451-7205.
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Chronic Pain Self-Management Program
Date: Every Thursday Starting July 21 through September 1, 2016
Place: Texas A&M Family Medicine Clinic, Conference Room
2900 E 29th St., Suite 100
The Chronic Pain Self-Management Program is a FREE, 6-week, two-hour workshop that helps participants, and their support person deal with the ongoing issues associated with chronic pain. Participants meet once a week to gain the confidence and skills in self-managing chronic pain. Register by calling (979) 436-0434.
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Do you have a job opportunity with your agency? We want to list it! Please send submissions to 211@uwbv.org. Include a brief description of the position and further instructions for those interested in applying or getting more information about the opportunity.
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HIV/Aids Case Manager Supervisor - Project Unity
Project Unity seeks HIV/Aids Case Manager Supervisor. Performs direct client care & supervision. Knowledge of HIV or related field required. Bilingual a plus. Visit www.club365.org for info and application, or call 979-595-2900. EOE
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Benefits Assistance Coordinator- The Brazos Valley Food Bank, Inc.
Use your Skills to Help Us Feed the Hungry! The Brazos Valley Food Bank, Inc., (BVFB) a private non-profit organization that provides hunger-relief in the Brazos Valley, is in search of a full-time Benefits Assistance Coordinator. BVFB's Benefits Assistance Coordinator will assist with SNAP (formerly known as food stamps), Medicaid, CHIP, TANF enrollment; focusing on increasing on-line benefit applications for under-served eligible populations; follow-up on outcomes of assisted persons; maintain documentation; complete reports. The Benefits Assistance Coordinator reports to BVFB's Programs Manager. Find full job description and apply at AggielandHelpWanted.com.
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Communications and Outreach Coordinator (Full Time) - United Way of the Brazos Valley
The United Way of the Brazos Valley (UWBv) is seeking a Communications and Outreach Coordinator. This position will be accountable for effectively managing UWBV communications efforts to donors, media and general public in order to meaningfully and measurably increase awareness and engagement of donors, companies and individuals in the outcomes and efforts of UWBV throughout the year. For additional responsibilities and qualifications, please visit www.uwbv.org/career-and-internships.
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Information & Referral Specialist (Part-Time)- 2-1-1 Texas/United Way of the Brazos Valley
2-1-1 Texas/United Way of the Brazos Valley is seeking an Information & Referral Specialist. This position provides quality health and human services information to persons in need with the intent to link those persons to appropriate resources for assistance. Bilingual strongly preferred. For additional responsibilities and qualifications, please visit www.uwbv.org/career-and-internships.
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August 28 - Bow Tie Day
August 29 - More Herbs, Less Salt Day
August 30 -
Frankenstein Day
September 1 - Emma M. Nutt Day
September 2 -
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Clothing and Diapers Needed
SingleMoms Created4Change assists single mothers and married mothers parenting by themselves. They are always in need of and accept all brands and sizes of diapers. Other items such as clothing are accepted on an as-needed basis. For more information, please call Raquel at (979) 575-1034.
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