Below are important dates for those workers affected by this closing:
UPCOMING EVENTS: updated 4-1-08.
SHAWS GIFT CARDS:
The time has come where there is a need for the distribution of the gift cards that were donated by Shaws. The cards will be given out in three groups. The first group will be given out immediately to those who received 4 weeks severance. The second group will be give out the 2nd week in March to those who had 8 weeks severance. The third group will be given out the 2nd week in April to those who had 12 weeks of severance. Come by the Hall/WAC and get your cards! If you wish to donate your card to another in need, please let us know.
Free Computers! For those of you who missed picking up your free Comptuer on the 21st, they will be available to pick up at the WAC during regular business hours. If you have any questions, call the WAC at 636-6046.
Welding Assessment: There will be a welding assessment testing at White Mountains Community College (NHCTC) in Berlin during the first weekend of March. Testing is held on March 1 and 2 to determine what you have for welding skills. The assessment is free to anyone who is unemployed or is a displaced worker. The college will be offering three welding courses: Basic Welding, Intermediate and Pipe Welding. These classes will start at the end of March. There will be more information to follow. If you are interested in taking the assessment, contact Lorrie Carter at 752-1113 or 800-445-4525 to set up a time on either date.
If you are a displaced worker from Wausau, and you do not have any welding skills but you would like to learn to weld, come to the WAC and meet with the counselors. We may be able to pay for your welding training to secure employment!
2nd Annual North Country Trade Show. Saturday March 22, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the White Mountain Community College, 2020 Riverside Drive, Berlin, N.H. You can also check it out at : http://northnhtradeshow.org. Valley Ventures is a MicroCredit-NH business Group based in Berlin which has oarganized this event that showcases the products and services of small busienssess in the region. Valley Ventures invites you to this unique opportunity for the North County; its a unique opportunity to become better acquainted with the wide range of businessess in the North Country. There will be keynote speakers, workshops and hourly raffles. If you are considering starting your own business, or are strenghening an existing busines, this event is a must. You will be able to s peak with many small business owners and benefit greatly by the speakers and workshop. Come and see the wide variety of goods and services presented by area MicroCredit-NH members!
Past Workshops:
Starting up a Small Business
November 15, 2007 9am – 11am
A&B Conference Room
Getting your GED
November 15, 2007 9am – 11am
Main Office Conference room
Resume Writing
Two (2) Sessions November 28, 2007
A&B Conference Room
Interviewing skills
Two (2) Sessions November 29, 2007
A&B Conference Room
December 4 and 5: Representatives from Prudential and M&I Trust will be in Conference Room A&B. The Trade Adjustment Assistance program (referred to as the TAA) will be reviewed. Visit the News page to read about the U.S. Department of Labor's approval of TAA benefits for Wausau workers.
December 10: At 2:30 pm a General Workshop will be held "How to Manage Your Finances". Individual appointments may be scheduled at a time convenient for you.
December 10-14: For assistance in writing or updating your resume, visit the Upstairs Computer Lab to make an appointment!
December 11/12: Trade Act information Meetings will be held on 12/11 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, and on 12/12 from 1:00 mpm to 3:00 pm.
December 12: Come visit the Wausau Paper Worker Assistance Center (WAC). They are holding an open house on the 12th from 1-3pm. Click here for more information on the WAC. Come meet the staff and learn what they have to offer you!
December 12: Are you self employed or are you interested in expanding your business? This evening, from 4:00-7:00 pm Microcredit N.H. is sponsoring a seminar at the Jefferson Town Hall.
December 13: Veteran's Job Fair from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm in Conference Rooms A & B.
December 14: Benefit Concert to be held in Groveton, click here for details.
December 20: Labor Market Forum. From 1pm-4pm in the Main Office Conference Room, come meet the Representatives from the Berlin and Littleon Employment Security Offices. Learn about companies form Lincoln to Pittsburg, get ideas where to develop your On the Job Training Opportunity, Get information regarding the construction work on the federal prison, an dlearn about the upcoming job fair scheduled for January 18, 2008!
January 3, 2008: April Purinton will be on site from 10am - 3 pm to discuss and take applications for NH Healthy Kids Program. Please sign up at the time clock if you are interested in meeting with April.
January 18, 2008: Career & Resource Fair for Job Seekers and Veterans form 10 am - 2 pm at the Groveton High School Gymnasium! Come meet Representatives from the Berlin and Littleton NH Works Centers as well as employers from all around the area. Get ideas on where to develop your On the Job Training opportunity...get information regarding the construction work on the Federal Prison... Veterans Representatives will be on site to answer any questions and provide assistance for you! Remember to bring copies of your resume and a notebook to write down job and contact information!
January 21, 28, February 4, 11, & 18: The Women's Rural Entrepeneurial Network (WREN) will be holding a " Core Four" business planning course, 4:00 -8:00 p.m. at Emerson's Outfitters. This is a business management course which covers marketing, financial management, and operations planning. If you want to build a house, you need a blueprint; if you want to build a business , you need a plan. This is it! This class normally costs $300 (including materials) but it is being offered FREE under a grant from the North Country Council and WREN. To register, email nina@wrencommunity.org. For more information on the program and WREN, visit : www.wrencommunity.org.
February 19, 2008: For those of you who applied for a free computer, there will be a pick up day on Tuesday, February 19th, from 3:30-5:30 pm, at the new Donation Networks Berlin Center Office, 55 Maynesboro Street, Berlin, N.H. For more details call Sandy at 603-636-6537 or the Workers Assistance Center at 603-636-6046.