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O From Cleveland Rape Crisis Center (CRCC):
      >>  The next free Ambassador Training Workshop is scheduled for Tuesday, June 15, 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
           
O  Mark your calendar….For the International Human Trafficking & Social Justice Virtual Conference presented by the University of Toledo, Sept 22 – 24, 2021. Details and FAQ’s can be found by clicking here: https://www.traffickingconference.com/

O  From The Greater Cleveland Coordinated Response to Human Trafficking (GCCR2HT):
      >>  Highlighting GRACEHAVEN one of over 60 GCCR2HT partner organizations: Gracehaven provides comprehensive Community Case Management for youth ages 11-19 who are victims, survivors or at-risk of sex trafficking. Case managers are based in Cleveland, Toledo, and Columbus and serve youth throughout Ohio. Additionally, Gracehaven operates a Therapeutic Group Home for survivors and facilitates Human Trafficking Prevention Education for youth and Domestic Minor Sex Trafficking Intervention Training for professionals. The local contact is Hannah Shaub, Cell: 216.446.0506; Email: hshaub@gracehaven.org. Visit their web site at: www.gracehaven.me  While there scroll down & consider registering for the next Human Trafficking 101 class on June 2nd, or one of their Specialty Education programs, i.e.: “Understanding the Trauma of Human Trafficking” scheduled for July 28th at 7:00 pm.
      
     
O  From Parma Area Chamber of Commerce….The June 12th Food Truck Festival is fast approaching and planning is going well. If you haven’t heard, in addition to a pre-order option and in-car service, there will be a paid, drive-in entertainment section where you can listen to LIVE MUSIC for the duration of your stay. The event will need the support of a number of volunteers. If you’re interested, please call or email the Chamber at 440.886.1700 or chamber@parmaareachamber.org. For more details, check their FB page at: https://www.facebook.com/Parma.Area.Chamber.Of.Commerce

O  From Center For Community Solutions….The most current issue of “Five Things You Need To Know” brought some clarity to several issues I thought important to share:
      >>  An Opportunity For Ohio To Knock Out Child Hunger This Summer;
      >>  Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health Center of Excellence Located at Case Western Reserve University;
      >>  The Incentives That Might Make Landlords Take Section 8 Tenants.

O  From Tri-C - Women in Transition….Their next session will begin the week of June 1, from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday or  6:00 pm – 8:00 pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays starting July 20. To learn more join this evening’s information session at 6:00 pm here:  https://tri-c.webex.com/tri-c/j.php?MTID=m0568ca8ec5187c6be2a99d2f80083a9c  . General information about this program can be found by clicking here: https://www.tri-c.edu/women-in-transition/

O  From Achievement Center for Children/Camp Cheerful:
      >>  Their annual “Most Excellent Race” will take place both virtually & in-person on June 27th at Camp Cheerful in Strongsville. Proceeds from the 10K & 5K runs, & 5K & 1 mile walks support recreational programs for children & adults w/disabilities. Go here for more details & to register: https://achievementcenters.org/events/a-most-excellent-race/               
       >>  Check out  https://bit.ly/2HnnCeh    for available summer employment opportunities.

O  From UH/Parma Medical Center:
      >>  Save a life by registering to give blood during their blood drive scheduled for Monday, June 7th from 3 to 6 pm at the Health Education Center ,7300 State Rd. (just North of Pleasant Valley). As an added benefit, they’ll also let you know if you have the antibodies to help patients battling COVID-19.  You can schedule your appointment at www.vitalant.org/ohiodonorportal  using Group Code: 4831 or by calling 1-877.258.4825. Please eat something before you arrive, bring a photo ID & a list of any medications you might be taking.
      >>  With our warm Spring & Summer fast approaching, I thought this article might prove helpful:
Do Sports Drinks and Foods Improve Athletic Performance for Kids?
      >>  This year’s UH/Parma Health Care Foundation’s signature fund-raising “Golf Classic” event will be coming up on Monday, August 30th at Columbia Hills Golf & Swim Club. Presented by Legacy Health Services, this event will benefit UH Connor Integrated Health Network programs at UH Parma Medical Center. 

O  From The Center for Aging in the Digital World (https://empowerseniors.org/) ……“Physically distancing but not socially distancing” is this year's theme of their FREE and virtual 5th Annual Living in the Digital World Senior Expo which will be live streamed this Thursday, May 27th from 9:00 am. Visit their web site (noted above) for more information or go here to register for the event: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_u7AJjLtHQumdG5pwo3I8SQ

O  Run For The Pierogis….The 10 Anniversary of this area’s signature run is scheduled for Saturday, July 3rd. at Tri-C’s Western Campus.

O  From Parma City Schools – JUNE 4TH IS THE LAST DAY OF SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS
      >>  Congratulations to all the graduates of our three high schools & to the 100+ students honored w/nearly $90,000 worth of scholarships presented by the Parma Council of PTA’s. Thank you, PTA!
      >>  Discover post-secondary options, explore majors, visit w/representatives of area colleges/universities by attending PCSD’s Future Fair this Thursday, May 27th for 5:30 to 7:30 pm at Byers Field.
      >>  Go here to learn more about PCSD’s 2021 Secondary Summer Learning Academy, starting June 22 – August 6, 2021.
 
      >>  Visit www.parmacityschools.org for the most current information regarding all things District related. While there take a moment to view the MONITOR NL and/or current week’s “PCSD IN :60”.
 
O  From Parma Area MyCom, Southwest Community Based Svcs (SWCBS)/University Settlement:
      >>  If your organization provides “….financial literacy and workplace training combined with basic skill development services to economically disadvantaged residents of Northeast Ohio…..” than it may qualify as an AmeriCorp Host Site. If interested, review/complete the application by visiting University Settlement’s web site & clicking the “AmeriCorp Ohio”graphic on their Home Page.  Contact Sandra Buckner, (216) 456-0914; e-mail sbuckner@universitysettlement.net  w/any questions.
     >>  SWCBS will be hosting a Give-Away of Books, School Supplies, Household Supplies, New & Used Clothing and much more – while supplies last. When: This Thursday, May 27th from 3:00 to 6:00 pm. Call 440.887.4873 w/questions. Address: 5210 Loya Pkwy. (next to Parma High School). Check (Follow) their FB page at https://www.facebook.com/Southwest-Community-Based-Services-408375042558677/ for updates.
     >>  Parma area youth & families are invited to register for a free, virtual nutrition/cooking program on Saturday, June 12th from 12:30 to 1:30 pm.  If you’re interested contact Qadriyyah Sultan (216-749-9413), our MyCom Coordinator, for registration information & to let her know from which library branch (Parma, Parma-Snow, Parma Hts) you would prefer to pick up materials & ingredients for the class.
     >>  For youth looking to become Changemakers in their community, consider joining EYEJ (Empowering Youth, Exploring Justice) on Friday, June 4th for their virtual, inaugural Empowering Changemakers Symposium.
    >>  Find out what’s new with MyCom at www.mycomcle.org, sign up for their e-newsletter, join in their Wisdom for Wednesday weekly Zoom get-togethers and/or visit their FAQ page to learn more about the organization. 
     
O  From Cuyahoga County Public Library (CCPL)….

 Programming includes Summer Reading, STEAM programs/kits, Summer Lunch & more.
     >>  RTA bus passes are available at all CCPL branches for anyone who needs transportation to a COVID-19 vaccination site.
     >>  At-home COVID-19 testing kits are available via DRIVE-THOUGH ONLY at the Parma & Parma-Snow locations.
     >>  Computer Classes….Virtual computer classes have been scheduled for the summer months.      
     >>  Worth checking out….more than 50 virtual programs for adults on topics that include health and wellness, hobbies and personal finance.
     >>  Lynda.com has transitioned to LinkedIn Learning….The free electronic resource, Lynda.com has a new name: LinkedIn Learning. Lynda.com users will find the same great content and experience in LinkedIn Learning, which offers a video library of high-quality courses taught by industry experts. Try it today.
     >>  The Invovation Center at the Parma-Snow Branch is now open for public access by appointment only for up to 2 hours. 
     >>  Learn how to hold a conversation in more than 70 languages. Go here; https://www.cuyahogalibrary.org/LP/Language-Learning.aspx  to try out MANGO.
     >>  To receive current, detailed information about these services plus upcoming events & more, consider registering for their e-newsletter at https://tinyurl.com/CCPL-Newsletter