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August 2005
In this issue:
"The Heart of Women's Health" Luncheon
Learning 24/7: SEI Nights at Canal Park
Project Connect presents ... Classes On Demand
Starting in August, we will be changing the format of our training schedule. We will now offer classes "on demand": just call or e-mail to have your name added to the list, and as soon as we have enough folks registered, we'll schedule the class. This way, we can run whatever classes you need, when you need them!
Don't forget - we also offer custom sessions. Just get a minimum of 8 people together, and we'll do a special session just for you. You don't all need to be from the same organization, so tell your friends!
Reserve your seat now - call 330-315-1335 or e-mail .
Career Success Institute (CSI)
August 29, 2005
The Association of Fundraising Professionals North Central Ohio Chapter is hosting its second annual CAREER SUCCESS INSTITUTE (CSI) on August 29th. This year's topics include:
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14 Steps to Organizing and Conducting a Successful Major Gifts Program ... presented by J. Patrick Ryan, Skystone Ryan Inc.
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Asking: How to Successfully Solicit Major Gifts ... presented by J. Patrick Ryan, Skystone Ryan Inc.
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Organizations in Transition ... presented by Elaine Woloshyn, Center for Nonprofit Excellence
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Managing Change in the Organization ... presented by the Community Leader Panel: Ann Brennan, Brennan Family Foundation; Bob Chess, Roadway Express; Dan Flowers, Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank; Bernett Williams, Akron Community Service Center and Urban League; Lori Lautenschlager, Akron Area YMCA (moderator)
Cost is $79 for the full day or $49 for the morning or afternoon sessions (lunch is included). For more information, visit www.afpncoh.org.
5th Annual K.N.A.F.F. & VICTIM ASSISTANCE PROGRAM PICNIC
August 5, 2005, F.O.P. Lodge at 2610 Ley Dr. in Akron, Ohio, 10am-4pm
The K.N.A.F.F. (Kids Need A Firm Foundation) program is having its 5th annual picnic for children who have been a victim or a witness of crime.
Activities: Free food, fun, games, animals, and fishing and much more!
Sponsored by: The K.N.A.F.F. program (C.O.P.S./Akron Police Department), and the Victim Assistance Program.
Demonstrations by: United States Army National Guard Unit, the Fire Safety Demonstration House, musical entertainment provided by The Calypson Gypsies Band.
CWWV Toy Exchange: “Encouraging children to discard destruction & find joy in construction.” Kids can discard 1 violent toy or video game & receive a free gift in exchange.
Please RSVP by calling the Victim Assistance Program at (330) 376-0040.
Supported by a grant from the: Millennium Children’s Fund and the BackBay Marina.
Women’s Network 2nd Friday Luncheon Series presents “The Heart of Women’s Health” with Suzanne Hughes, MSN, RN
August 12, 2005. Peg’s Catering, 440 Grant Street in Akron (parking and entrance off Wheeler St.). Networking begins at 11:45 a.m.
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in women today. Suzanne Hughes, MSN, RN, coordinator of the Women’s Heart Health program at Akron General Medical Center (AGMC), will be discussing the warning signs of cardiovascular disease and what women can do to protect their heart health.
The Women’s Network 2nd Friday Luncheon Series features speakers and panel discussions that address a variety of topics focusing on professional and personal development. The cost is $12 for Women’s Network members, $15 for non-members. Reservations are requested by Wednesday, August 10. For more information or to make a reservation, contact the Women’s Network office by calling 330-315-7809 or by emailing .
Ardmore, Inc. is currently collecting used cell phones as a fundraiser. Each phone has a different value when turned in (to view the current price list visit the PACEBUTLER site at www.pacebutler.com). Most are worth $3.00 - $5.00.
Please bring any old unused phones you and your colleagues may have to the office- NO ACCESSORIES, CHARGES – JUST PHONES. If you would be willing to put a collection box and flyer out at your work place, please contact Nancy Holderfield at [email protected]
Summit Education Initiative Nights at Canal Park
Tuesday, August 16th, 2005 6:05 PM
Wednesday, August 17th, 2005 6:05 PM
Thursday, August 18th, 2005 7:05 PM
The Akron Aeros are teaming up with Summit Education Initiative to make learning a 24/7 community endeavor. Join us at Canal Park on one or all of these nights where youngsters and their families will be able take part in fun math activities in a unique and fun-filled environment. Purchase your tickets now to get the best available seating. Tickets must be purchased in advance to receive the discount.
Amy's PC TIP:
Microsoft Virtual Machine and Java
Microsoft Virtual Machine (VM) is a component that works with Internet Explorer to help you experience dynamic content on the Internet. Microsoft is no longer providing VM as an integrated part of Internet Explorer, but instead has entered into an agreement with Sun Microsystems to provide a smooth transition to users.
In a nutshell, Microsoft is no longer bundling VM with Internet Explorer, but if you installed or upgraded your version prior to the agreement, Microsoft will continue to support it until 2007. If you installed or upgraded after this agreement, you may have already noticed its absence and not realized what's missing. This component is also sometimes referred to as the Java Runtime Environment (JRE), so you may have seen an error message to that effect.
Why should you care? VM is used for dynamic content such as games and videos, but also for secure interactive sites like online banking, benefits management, etc. Regardless of whether you have Microsoft VM currently or not, you should still install Java VM directly, to avoid complications when the Microsoft installation reaches end of life on December 31, 2007. Detailed information on the life cycle and dependent applications can be found at http://www.microsoft.com/mscorp/java/.
For most of us, all we really need to worry about is installing the Sun version. It's a free download, available from http://www.java.com/en/. Follow the links to test your computer for the current installation, or install the current version manually or automatically. It just takes a couple of minutes, and you're done! After that, you will periodically see a coffee cup near your clock (in the lower right corner of your screen), which will remind you that there are updates available to your software. Just click to allow it to update, and you'll be sure to have the latest in Java technology.
Beat the heat and come sit in our air conditioning! Join us this summer for a refresher course ... or learn something entirely new! Classes are $40 per person for staff and volunteers of member organizations; $60 per person for staff and volunteers of non-member organizations.
Don't know whether your organization is a member? Visit our members page to find out: Project Connect Members
Not a member? Join Project Connect today and save! Visit infolineinc.org/connect.htm for more info.
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Upcoming Classes
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Classes On Demand Starting in August, we will be changing the format of our training schedule. We will now offer classes "on demand": just call or e-mail to have your name added to the list, and as soon as we have enough folks registered, we'll schedule the class. This way, we can run whatever classes you need, when you need them! Don't forget - we also offer custom sessions. Just get a minimum of 8 people together, and we'll do a special session just for you. You don't all need to be from the same organization, so tell your friends! Reserve your seat now - call 330-315-1335 or e-mail . |
Visit infolineinc.org/connect/training.htm to see our latest training schedule. Or call us at 330-315-1335 and we'll fax you a copy.
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