Community Events
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Vibe and Paint Workshop Series
Union Recreation Department in partnership with Vibes & Hues is offering a series of painting workshops that will be accompanied by music and food.
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Thursday, March 23 @ 7:00 PM
Caregivers of New JerseyTransition Made Easy! A Step-By-Step Process to Accessing Services
This webinar will provide valuable information to better prepare individuals and their families for their transition into adult life services. Topics will include the step-by-step transition process, Medicaid eligibility, support coordination, choosing the right support coordination agency, and much more!
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Friday, March 24 @ 5:00 PM
UC Office for Persons with Disabilities
ElizabethSight Unseen International Photography by Blind Artists
The Galleries at Kean University, the Human Rights Institute and the Union County Board of County Commissioners invite you to join us for a special viewing of Sight Unseen, an exhibition featuring international photography by blind artists. Open to Union County residents with Disabilities & Special Needs and their loved ones.
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Tuesday, March 28 @ 10:30 AM
New Jersey Children's AllianceHELPING ALL CHILDREN: LGBTQ+ Youth and the Juvenile Justice and Child Welfare Systems
The focus of this workshop is to enhance knowledge of all child maltreatment professionals on LGBTQ+ youth and culture, statistics on adversity and trauma for these youth, entry points to child serving systems, and affirmative strategies that are considered best practice in the field. New Jersey. CEs approved to be provided by Rutgers University
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Tuesday, March 28 @ 12:00 PM
South Jersey Legal ServicesGuardianship and Children's SSI Benefits Free Webinar
Please join Jill Roth-Gutman, Esq. and Michelle T. Nuciglio, Esq. as they discuss the importance of guardianship, Power of attorney vs. guardianship, types of guardianship, does your child need a guardianship, how to file and fees associated, along with the SJLS Guardianship Project for Children & Children's SSI Project. There will be a Q&A at the end of the presentation! This webinar is free to attend and requires registration.
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Thursday, March 30 @ 3:00 PM
NJ Governor's OfficeThe Governor's Youth Engagement Series: Celebrating Women In Leadership
Please join us for an informative session where attendees will hear from Women Leaders in the Governor's Office to learn about their roles in state government and how you can get involved. This event is geared towards youth, but we encourage anyone interested in learning more about the resources to attend!
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Tuesday, April 4 - Thursday, April 20 @ 7:00 PM
Caregivers of New JerseyUnderstanding the DOD Budget and Services Available
So your child has been found eligible for services with the Division of Developmental Disabilities and they have a budget. Now what? Join us as we discuss the DOD budget and an overview of the different types of services the budget can be used to access.
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Thursday, April 6 @ 12:00 PM
Community Living Education ProjectAssistive Technology Open Mic: Making Assistive Technology Work for You
Do you have an Assistive Technology question or suggestion? The microphone is all yours! The Community Living Education Project (CLEP) is excited to host FREE Assistive Technology 'Open Mic' webinars in collaboration with The Richard West Assistive Technology Advocacy Center (ATAC). Specialists from ATAC will be available to address assistive technology questions for self-advocates, families, and professionals who support people with an intellectual/developmental disability. Join us to share resources with each other, and to brainstorm assistive technology solutions to better address your needs.
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Thursday, April 6 @ 12:00 PM
ATAC - AT4NJ.orgThe Byte Size Lunch Series: Assistive Technology Open Mic
In easy-to-understand ‘bite size’ lunchtime conversations, we’ll show how to use these solutions in the home, the office, and in the community! Each 45-minute session will highlight one specific topic, demonstrate tools, and leave plenty of time to answer your questions.
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Wednesday, April 12 @ 10:00 AM
South Jersey Legal ServicesBankruptcy and Student Loans
Join South Jersey Legal Services for a webinar on Bankruptcy and Student Loans.
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Wednesday, April 12 @ 10:00 AM
South Jersey Legal ServicesBankruptcy and Student Loans
Please join SJLS and presenter, Robert Cooper, Esquire giving an overview of the treatment of student loans in bankruptcy. Will bankruptcy help? Can I discharge my student loans? Is there a hardship discharge? What would I have to show to receive a discharge? The webinar is free and requires registration.
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Saturday, April 15 @ 6:30 PM
WARINANCO SPORTS CENTER
RoselleJersey Bearcats Arena Football Presents.. Superhero Night-Season Home Opener
The Jersey Bearcats Arena Football team will open their 2023 season Home Opener at the Warinanco Sports Center on Saturday, April 15th vs. the Steel City Stampede (PA) at 6:30pm. Tickets on sale now at www.jerseybearcatsfootball.com. The game is presented by Brownstone Bar & Grill of Metuchen.. The Theme Night is Superhero Night!
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Saturday, April 15 @ 7:30 PM
Red Bull Arena
HarrisonA Night Out with the NY Red Bulls
The Union County Board of County Commissioners and the Office for Persons with Disabilities & Special Needs invites you to attend a Day Out with the NY Red Bulls on Saturday, April 15th at 7:30 p.m. The NY Red Bulls will be hosting a special Autism Acceptance home game against Houston Dynamo FC. Tickets are $35 per person.
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Thursday, April 20 @ 6:00 PM
EmPoWER SomersetEscape the Vape
Join us for a virtual discussion on the dangers of vaping, JUUL, and other tobacco products featuring, Robb Holladay. Robb Holladay is an internationally in-demand youth motivational speaker who presents to hundreds of thousands around the US and Canada. THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS AND THEIR PARENT/CAREGIVER. YOUTH MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT. *Este evento es solo en Inglés
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Saturday, April 22 @ 10:00 AM
Pennsauken BOEMental Health Wellness Fair
This is free event to be held at Pennsauken High School. We are looking for vendors of community mental health/social/financial resources to register to attend the event and share their information.
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Thursday, May 11 @ 7:00 PM
Caregivers of New JerseyUnderstanding the DDD Budget and Services Available
So your child has been found eligible for services with the Division of Developmental Disabilities and they have a budget. Now what? Join us as we discuss the DOD budget and an overview of the different types of services the budget can be used to access.
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Thursday, June 1 @ 12:00 PM
Community Living Education ProjectAssistive Technology Open Mic: Making Assistive Technology Work for You
Do you have an Assistive Technology question or suggestion? The microphone is all yours! The Community Living Education Project (CLEP) is excited to host FREE Assistive Technology 'Open Mic' webinars in collaboration with The Richard West Assistive Technology Advocacy Center (ATAC).
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Thursday, August 3 @ 12:00 PM
Community Living Education ProjectAssistive Technology Open Mic: Making Assistive Technology Work for You
Do you have an Assistive Technology question or suggestion? The microphone is all yours! The Community Living Education Project (CLEP) is excited to host FREE Assistive Technology 'Open Mic' webinars in collaboration with The Richard West Assistive Technology Advocacy Center (ATAC).
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Monday, October 16 - Saturday, October 21 @ 7:00 AM
Camden County Partnership for ChildrenAnnual New Jersey Youth Transition Conference
The NJ Youth Transition Conference was created for youth ages 14-21+ who experience I/DD, their families and caregivers, and the professionals who serve them. The 3rd Annual NJYTC will help you to understand the key organizations & services that support people and families in the transition process.