PATH’s Community Resource Seminars – 2017. We want to answer your questions about our local system of social services -- register today for our ½ day (4 hour) training! The cost is $50/individual, plus $45 (optional and special seminar rate) for the McLean/DeWitt/Livingston County PATH Directory or $40 for the McLean County only Directory. Both go hand-in-hand with the seminar content.
Our next half-day seminars are Thursday(s), June 15th, September 14th and November 9th, from 8:30 am-12:30 pm.
To register, contact Samantha at 834-0580 or download the registration brochure from our website.
HOW FRESH IS YOUR PATH DIRECTORY? If you currently own a PATH directory, check your “freshness date” at the bottom right-hand corner. Is it over a year old? Make sure you have the very latest information to make the right referrals for your clients. Resources are constantly changing. If you do not own PATH’s Directory and you are working with people in nearly any capacity, you need one! Cost is $50 per directory for McLean County only information, $55 per directory for McLean, DeWitt & Livingston Counties combined. Additional charges apply if shipping is required. Contact Samantha at 834-0580 or and order a directory printed fresh for you.
Why Take Public Transit?
· Gas prices are going up – save money on your commute!
· It’s environmentally friendly.
· Get some “me” time & let Connect Transit do the driving.
· Keep those New Year’s resolutions to be more active – walk to a bus stop!
Plan to attend a Free Bus Transit Orientation @ LIFE CIL or schedule one at your Organization! Learn about public transportation, how to plan a trip & ride, who is eligible for Connect Mobility & how to apply, and MORE!
Orientations are given by Shannon Tarkowski, Transportation Specialist, either at LIFE CIL in Bloomington (2201 Eastland Dr. Suite 1, Bloomington IL 61704), or at your organization (presentations can be customized to fit your needs).
The next orientation at LIFE CIL are scheduled for:
Thursday 4/13/2017 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Tuesday 4/25/2017 3:30-4:30 p.m.
RSVP, request an accommodation (like large print, or an interpreter), or schedule an orientation by contacting Shannon: phone/TTY 309-663-5433 or email: .
YouthBuild McLean County Summer Academy
June 19 - August 11, 2017
We are EXCITED to offer High School Math & High School English credit recovery services.
Tuition cost for Unit 5 students: $ 225.00
Tuition cost for students outside the district: $ 300.00
Applications are now available at YouthBuild.
For more information call Faye at 309-454-3898.
SPACES ARE LIMITED!
Women’s Financial Empowerment Initiative Kick Off Event
Financial Planning for the Unexpected
Major life changes can cause chaos. Divorce, death, disability, hardship and job loss are just some examples of why you should plan for the unexpected. Join us as we have a panel of experts give their professional advice on how to best prepare.
Major takeaways from this event:
· Effective money management
· how to best protect yourself and your family from risk
· how to make your money last
· how to hire professional help
· how to organize your records
Where: Community Cancer Center, 407 E Vernon, Normal, IL
When: May 24th
Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1:00
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! LUNCH PROVIDED FREE!
FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO RSVP:
Pratt Music Foundation Music Lesson Scholarships: Do you know a student who would benefit from privatemusic lessons for piano and strings but who is restricted by finances?
The Pratt Music Foundation’s mission is to providetalented youth an opportunity to enhance their musical ability through privatelessons. Musiclessons are expensive and simply not an option for some childrenand families: this is where the Pratt Music Foundation comes in.TheFoundation grants full music lesson scholarshipsto the Illinois Wesleyan University Music Preparatory Program.
Instruction is available in piano or strings (violin,viola, cello).
Music scholarships are awarded to area students ingrades 2nd through 12th each spring, and are based on financial need, motivation,and talent.
Applications are due by June 1. Eachscholarship covers one school year of instruction, starting in thefall (2017-2018) and includes summerlessons (2018). Free musicbooks are supplied from the Music Shoppe.
Downloadableapplications are available: Go towww.PrattMusicFoundation.com.
For questions or to request an application, call309-827-5534, or .
VOICES FOR SERVICE TOASTMASTERS CLUB
Whether you are a professional, student, stay-at-home parent or retired, Toastmasters is the most efficient, enjoyable and affordable way of gaining great communication and leadership skills. Join us, bring a friend and let us share with you what TOASTMSASTERS has to offer. You won’t regret it!
Where: CHESTNUT HEALTH SERVICES, 1003 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DR BLOOMINGTON, IL 61704
When: 1st and 3rd Tuesdays
Time: 11:30 am to 12:30 pm
Spring Guest Day is May 16th!
GUESTS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME!
FOR MORE INFORMATION: VP of Membership Mike Guaderrama 309.706.8476
For more information contact the VP Membership Chair Chena 309.740.2198
GARY S. JOHNSON DENTAL CLINIC
AN "EXTRACTION" CLINIC, LIMITED TO 1 OR 2 TEETH
APRIL 22, 2017, 7 A.M. - 11 A.M., REGISTRATION BEGINS AT 7 A.M.
DR.'S DORAN, CAPODICE, EFAW & OCHELTREE, 109 N. REGENCY DR., BLOOMINGTON
LIMIT OF 120 PATIENTS - FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE
ANCOR NAMES MARCFIRST’S JASON PASLEY AS 2017 DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR FOR ILLINOIS
On May 3, 2017, the American Network of Community Options and Resources (ANCOR) will recognize Jason Pasley of Marcfirst in Bloomington-Normal, IL as the 2017 Direct Support Professional of the Year for Illinois. ANCOR’s Direct Support Professional Recognition Award is given to those who personify the values of ANCOR’s National Advocacy Campaign. Nominees are judged on their success in helping people with disabilities build social networks and engage in substantive community participation and for advocating for the people they serve.
Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) provide a rich mosaic of daily support services for the many Americans with disabilities. DSPs are integral in helping people with disabilities participate in their communities and lead full and independent lives.
Marcfirst Advocates appreciate the support Jason gives. Robby Stephens explains Jason’s role in the lives of people at Marcfirst well, “we need more people like Jason.” Stephens continues, “when he’s willing to go out and do stuff, he opens doors for me. I can go out and be more active in my church, my community. When people tell me there’s something that I can’t do, he helps me. He tells us that we have our own rights.”
Free Legal Advice Fair-
When - April 22, 2017 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Where - Mid Central Community Action, 1301 W. Washington St. Bloomington
The McLean County Bar Association, Mid Central Community Action, State Farm, Prairie State and the Immigration Project will be hosting a Legal Advice Fair for the community. This event will be staffed by attorneys and paralegals from State Farm, CIPA and the MCBA. At the event Prairie State will conduct an initial financial qualification interview. Qualified people will then be paired with a volunteer attorney who can answer that person'scivillegal questions and provide the person with helpful publications or forms from Illinois Legal Aid Online. This is an advice clinic so the service will be limited to the legal advice and assistance that peoplereceiveat the Fair. Representation in court will not be offered.
McDonald's is donating breakfast sandwiches and coffee for all participants. We will also have Denny's Doughnuts and other breakfast items and beverages provided by State Farm.
Please encourage people to attend for a no-cost legal consultation. We have flyers and posters so please call if you would like some to distribute at your office. Please call Kathy Boyle at(309) 827-5021 Ext. 6802for flyers or with any questions.
The YICU Service Awards Banquet is an event organized to celebrate young leaders in McLean County who demonstrate commitment to community service and leadership. This event will occur on Sunday, September 10, 2017, at the Parke Regency Hotel and Conference Center.
We would like to request your assistance in identifying outstanding young leaders who reside in McLean County and are between the ages of 12 and 22. Here are the links to YICU Nomination form and the YICU Application form.These forms may be completed by anyone in your organization who wishes to nominate a young person or by any young person who feels s/he meets the requirements for the YICU Service Award.
These forms must be completed and received by the YICU Steering Committee by June 15, 2017.
Upcoming Events at the Bloomington Public Library:
Wednesday, April 19 - Tales for Tails
· Wednesday, April 19
· 6-7pm; Children’s Desk
· Grades K-5
Tales for Tails pairs trained and certified therapy dogs with children who want to practice reading aloud. If your child is in grades K-5 and is interested in this program, come to the Children’s Desk between 6pm and 7pm the day of the program. Upon arrival, children will be assigned a 10-minute session with one of the dogs. (No registration; space will be limited).
Wednesdays: April 19 & 26 - Better Together Paint Project
· Wednesday, April 19
· 6pm; Community Room
· Families with children of all ages
· Registration required
Children and their caregivers are welcomed to join us at 6pm in the Community Room where we will work together to paint a masterpiece using painter’s tape and basic art supplies. There’s no limit to what you can create! Registration is limited to 20 teams of 2-6 people and will open on Monday, April 10, at 10am. Registration can be completed in person at the Library, online at BloomingtonLibrary.org, or by phone at 309-828-6094.
Thursday, April 20 - Essentials of Business with SCORE
· Thursday, April 20
· 6:30pm; Community Room
This four-part series is for small business owners and those interested in starting a small business. Tonight’s topic is “Maximize the Value of Your Business” by Steve Sink. Meet at 6:30pm in the Community Room.
Sunday, April 23 - Memoir Writing for Older Adults
· Sunday, April 23
· 2pm; Community Room
· Age 17+
This workshop will make use of exercises that tap into your own memories to create a life narrative for family, friends, and if you so choose, possible publication. The 2pm Community Room workshop will be led by Irene Taylor, whose area of specialty is age related studies, life writing, and personal essays.
If you’ve been thinking about writing your life story, this 2pm Community Room program will give you encouragement to do so. Adults of any age are welcome.
Thursday, April 27 - Wind Farms Series: Construction of a Wind Farm from a Land Owner’s Perspective
· Thursday, April 27
· 7pm; Community Room
In 2007, construction began on the Twin Groves Wind Farm in eastern McLean County. Follow this process with land owner Randy Lloyd at 7pm in the Library’s Community Room. Discover the impact this huge project had in that area over the six-month Phase 1 construction period.
This two-part series about an area wind farm is being sponsored by the Golden Prairie Public Library District. The series will include an overview of the construction process and the impact the wind farm has had on McLean County as well as a tour of the wind farm.
Saturday, April 29 - El Día de Los Niños/El Día de Los Libros (The Day of the Children/The Day of the Books)
· Saturday, April 29
· 11am-1pm; Children’s Department, Story Room, and Community Room
· Families with children of all ages
Join us from 11am-1pm for our 10th annual El Día de Los Niños/El Día de Los Libros celebration. Attendees will enjoy music, games, crafts, and fun throughout the library.
Sunday, April 30 - The Great War: From Farm Boy to Doughboy – Our Local Citizens in the Great War
· Sunday, April 30
· 2pm; Community Room
Join World War I history enthusiast Jim Hoppe at 2pm in the Community Room as he presents a look at the weapons, local patriotism, women in the war effort, and local veterans who proudly served.
Monday, May 1 - Humane Society Pet Adoption Program
· Monday, May 1
· 5:30pm; Community Room
· All ages
Join the Humane Society of Central Illinois at 5:30pm in the Community Room for a 15-minute presentation focusing on the importance of pet adoption. The presentation will be followed by a question-and-answer session and interactive exercises aimed to teach people how they should approach dogs. You may even have the chance to meet a future member of your family as the Humane Society intends to bring 3 or 4 dogs with them to the Library! This program is for people of all ages; no registration required.
The remaining programs listed here are Money Smart Week programs which will take place at Bloomington Public Library. Money Smart Week takes place at various Bloomington-Normal locations throughout the week of April 22-29. Annually, Money Smart Week programs aim to help consumers better manage their personal finances.
Saturday, April 22
Money Smart Week: Organize Your Records before Others Need Them with Sonja Reece
· Saturday, April 22
· 9:15am; Community Room
Money Smart Week Story Time
· Saturday, April 22
· 10am; Community Room
· Families with kids of all ages
Kids and their grownups are invited to attend a 10am story time focused on good money practices. Enjoy stories, music, and a craft at 10am in the Community Room. The first 25 attendees will receive a free book.
Money Smart Week: Be Money Smart – Extend the Vegetable Growing Season
· Saturday, April 22
· 10:45am; Community Room
Wednesday, April 26 -
Money Smart Week: Auto and Home Insurance - Full Coverage and Discounts
· Wednesday, April 26
· 9:30am; Community Room
Money Smart Week: Foundation for Financial Education
· Wednesday, April 26
· 11am; Community Room
Money Smart Week: Start, Manage, and Grow Your Business with ReferenceUSA
· Wednesday, April 26
· 12:30pm; Community Room
TJ Pridell of ReferenceUSA will host an interactive marketing seminar about creating leads to grow your business from 12:30-1:30pm in the Community Room. ReferenceUSA is a database offered by the library for free use by our customers. Money Smart Weeks will take place at various Bloomington-Normal locations throughout the week of April 22-29. Annually, Money Smart Week programs aim to help consumers better manage their personal finances.