Events

No One Left Behind: Building Bridges out of Poverty

 

Advocating for your Child - Part II

Learn and practice effective communication and problem solving skills and become familiar with special education and other support programs.

YMCA Healthy KiDS DAY

Healthy & fun activities for kids and their familiesincluding the 2nd Annual Fun Run on Church Street, games and a Family Swim at the YMCA

How are Boys & Girls Different & how do Parents & Educators Respond to those Differences?

Presented by Lawrence Shelton, Ph.D. of the University of Vermont as part o fthe Ascension Childcare sponsored Spring community workshop series. Open to the community; no cost but donations are welcome. Two hours of professional development training in the subject area 8, core competency area 5 will be available to all participants who attend the full 2 hour workshop.

7th Annual Conference of the VT Alliance of Information & Referral Services

 

3rd Annual Kinship Care Conference

Parenting Revisited: Joys and Challenges of the Journey - is the theme of this year's conference , sponsored by Vermont Kin As Parents (VKAP) which brings together kin, community and service providers to support relatives who are raising children and to educate the public and community partners about the joys and difficulties these families experience.

VT Blueprint for Health - Beyond Chronic Care

Sponsored by the VT Department of Health, Fletcher Allen Health Care and UVM College of Medicine.

Informed Supervision for Juveniles with Sexual Behavior Problems & Therapeutic Care for Juveniles with Sexual Behavior Problems

Sponsored by Prevent Child Abuse Vermont & VT DCF Family Services.

Leadership Meeting

AHS Chittenden Leadership Meeting

Our American Journey;Vermont's Fallen

A video story of loved ones who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.

Father and Children Together

Meetings every Monday A father and children's group birth to age 6, expectant dads invited too. Each meeting will begin with a nutritious and delicious meal. After the meal there will be a children's activity, dad's discussion group, guest speaker or field trip.

Nuturing Healthy Sexual Development in Children

Courtney M. Gandee, MSW, of Prevent CHild Abuse Vermont as part of the Ascension Childcare sponsored spring community workshops series. Open to the community, no charge but donations welcome.

Informed Supervision and Therapeutic Care for Juveniles with Sexual Behavior Problems

Informed Supervision for Juveniles with Sexual Behavior Problems & Therapeutic Care for Juveniles with Sexual Behavior Problems

Celebrating Sexuality Conference for Adults with Disabilities, their Families &Supporters

Various Rates and Scholarships

Permanency Convening: Youth Voices Conference

 

Assisting Individuals with Disabilities Workshop

This workshop covers the following topics regarding assisting individuals with disabilities in applying for social security benefits: Overview of social security benefits, Medical eligibility, Application procedures, How to best assist in the process, How the claim is processed and Vocational Rehabilitation Services. This event is sponsored the Social Security Administration, Disability Determination Services, Vocational Rehabilitation, the Agency of Human Services and the Field Services Division. Registration and coffee will be at 8:30 AM.

Nurturing Healthy Sexual Development in Children Workshop

This two hour workshop is open to the community. There is no cost for this workshop but donations are welcome. Space is limited to 30, please RSVP.

Celebrating Sexuality Conference for Adults with Disabilities, their Families and Supporters

This event is sponsored by Community Associates and others. For various rates/scholarships please contact 388-4021.

FACES Annual Meeting and Conference

This free event is sponsored by Friends of Recovery, VT Federation of Families, VT Office of Alcohol & Substance Abuse Programs. This will be an evening event with times to be determined.

2nd Annual Conference Working with Youth

 

Moral Development in Children; Making the Most of Teachable Moments

This workshop offers two hours of professional development training and is open to the community at no cost but donations are welcome. Space is limited to 30, please RSVP.

"SAVE THE DATE", 2nd Annual Creating a Welcoming Community Conference

This is an inter-professional conference on cultural competency.

Best Practices of Parent/Child Contact in the Context of Domestic Violence

 

1st Annual VT Guardian ad Litem Training Conference

This event is sponsored by the Judiciary & Court Improvement Project.

The Community Leadership Insitute

This event is sponsored by the Center for Community Leadership of Burlington.

10th Annual New England Conference on Child Sexual Abuse

This event is sponsored by OUR House of Central Vermont.

"SAVE THE DATE"-THe 5th Annual Collaboration Conference

 

Association of Student Assistance Professionals Conference

 

Free Credit Report Review Day

What you don't know CAN hurt you! The CASH Coalition of Chittenden County is sponsoring a 3rd Free Credit Report Review Day in Burlington. Low to moderate income residents can register to get a free credit report and score. A free consultation with a credit counselor is also available. Kid's Activities, refreshments and free giveaways will be available at this event. Questions? Please contact Jim White at (802) 860-1417, ext. 102 or jwhite@cvoeo.org.

Everything You Need to Know About Homeownership

Part One: Hear from Local Experts on: * Steps in the Homeownership Process * Importance of Credit * Shopping for a Home * Budgeting and Affordability * Getting Approved for a Mortgage * Using an Attorney * Using a Realtor * Using a Home Inspector CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION (expires in 2 years) some grant programs requirement BONUS: $ 100 off Opportunities closing costs upon completion of class! (expires in 6 month) Snacks & Beverages Provided Registration Required—Space is Limited

Everything You Need to Know About Homeownership

Part Two: Hear from Local Experts on: * Steps in the Homeownership Process * Importance of Credit * Shopping for a Home * Budgeting and Affordability * Getting Approved for a Mortgage * Using an Attorney * Using a Realtor * Using a Home Inspector CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION (expires in 2 years) some grant programs requirement BONUS: $ 100 off Opportunities closing costs upon completion of class! (expires in 6 month) Snacks & Beverages Provided Registration Required—Space is Limited

Creating a Welcoming Community

A professional conference on cultural competency. This event is sponsored by: Vermont Teach Diversity Scholarship Program, Center for Cultural Pluralism, UVM, Champlain College, Fletcher Allen Health Care, IBM, Saint Michael's College, Sodexo, Verizon, Vermont Agency of Human Services Refugee Office, Vermont Human Rights Commission, and Vermont Protection and Advocacy.

"Our American Journey, Vermont's Fallen" Video Showing

A video which celebrates the lives of Vermonters who have died in Iraq and Afghanistan since 2003.

The Domestic Abuse Education Project

Volunteer for the WRCC. Raise awareness in your community about sexual violence. Be an advocate for survivors and create a social change in the community around rape culture. This event is sponsored by The Women's Rape Crisis Center. Cost is $100 with a reduced rate of $50 for memebers of Victim Advocates. Make checks payable to: Spectrum Youth and Family Services. Registration Deadline is June 1st.

VAEYC 35th Annual Conference Announcement

The Vermont Association for the Education of Young Children (VAEYC) is pleased to announce that their 35th annual fall conference and retreat, scheduled for October 19th and 20th at the Killington Grand Hotel and Resort in Killington, VT. The VAEYC Early Childhood Conference provides educational opportunities and resources for child educators and practitioners to enhance their ongoing professional development.

KidSafe Bike Ride

Enjoy the spectacular views of the Champlain Islands on a 60 mile bike ride to benefit the KidSafeCollaborative.

3rd Annual Food Allergy Conference

 

An Evening with James Garbarino, Growing Up in Today's World

 

10th Annual Summer Institute on Autism Spectrum Disorders

 

Addressing Emotional & Learning Problems in Children-The Childhood Roots of Adult Happiness

 

Supporting Children of the National Guard & Reserve Institute

 

Children with a Parent in Prison Conference

 

Developmental Disabilities and Mental Health Event

 

“Holding Our Own: Embracing the End of Life” Film Showing