News from our members

Hurricane relief efforts possible hiring need

Massachusetts One Stop career centers are striving to provide employment opportunities to people who relocated to Massachusetts after Hurricane Maria. The North Central Career Center will be working closely with local employers to provide possible jobs and training opportunities for the people whose families and friends were impacted by the storms.

We are dedicated to supporting the communities of North Central MA and we stand ready to help.  To that end, we are asking local companies if they would consider hiring people impacted by the storms.  If so, please let me know at your earliest convenience and we’ll make note that you are willing to interview candidates.  We don’t have a specific number of potential candidates, but if an opportunity should arise at your company that matches the skills of one of the evacuees would you be willing to consider that candidate.

6th Annual Ride of Your Life: Motorcycle Ride

SUNDAY, AUGUST 19, 2018
Monty Tech Regional School, 1050 Westminster Street, Fitchburg, MA • Rain or Shine!
Register and get pledge form and waiver at www.suicidepreventiontaskforce.org
Proceeds benefit suicide prevention efforts in the North Central and North Quabbin regions
Door prizes, entertainment and health information • Fun for the entire family • Open to the public!
MOTORCYCLE RIDE
Three hour ride through North Central Massachusetts with stops at local motorcycle shops. Ride registration begins at
8:00 am, kickstands up 10:00 am. $25 for riders, $15 for passengers (includes lunch, maps and on-route refreshments)
BBQ
Join us at 11:30 am – open to all! $10 adults, $5 children under 12.
JOB FAIR
Stop by from 8:00 am – 2:30 pm. Hosted by the North Central Career Center.
Montachusett Regional Technical High School
is a SMOKE-FREE campus

Hannaford Bags for a Cause

Hannaford Bags for a Cause

During the entire month of May, when you purchase  the Hannaford Community Bag, $1 will be donated to LUK Mentoring!

Pick up yours at the Hannaford store located at 118 Lancaster Street in Leominster

Cups and Cones for Kids!

Cups and Cones for Kids!
Cherry Hill Fundraiser for LUK Mentoring
Join us at Cherry Hill Lunenburg
and a 10% of your purchase will be donated back to LUK Mentoring!
Saturday, May 19th
12 –8 pm
826 Leominster Road
Lunenburg, MA

Hometown Bank Community Foundation Contributes $10,000 To Worcester Community Housing Resources

Michael D. Hewitt, President of Hometown Bank Community Foundation, Inc., announced today that a contribution in the amount of $10,000 was presented to Worcester Community Housing Resources (“WCHR”) on Tuesday, April 24th, 2018.

WCHR is a not-for-profit organization providing services to low-income residents and communities throughout Worcester County.  Their initiatives assist low-income, underserved populations by providing high quality, affordable housing options that meet the resident’s specific needs.  Whether it’s home ownership, family apartments, elderly assisted-living or single furnished rooms, WCHR develops, owns and operates them.

In addition, WCHR works as a Community Development Financial Institution, where their Community Loan Fund provides financing for homeowners who are not eligible for a loan through other financial institutions.  The organization also works with private and public partners to develop home ownership and rental housing in key neighborhood locations.

The funds provided by Hometown Bank Community Foundation will be used for direct service costs to acquire and renovate an eleven-bedroom home that will house a program for teen mothers and their children.  The funds will also help with the development of the property, which will include office space for the 24-hour staff, common kitchen and living areas, parking and outdoor green space for the children to play.

Michael Hewitt said “The WCHR is providing a valuable service to those in need, and we are very happy to make a supporting contribution.  As a community bank we strive to support the communities we serve.”

Hometown Bank Community Foundation, Inc. was formed in early 2016 by bankHometown, a state-chartered cooperative bank headquartered in Oxford, Massachusetts with $750 million in assets.

bankHometown has served its communities since 1889 with offices in Massachusetts (Athol, Auburn, Leominster, Oxford, Lancaster, Sturbridge and Webster) and Connecticut (Putnam, Brooklyn, Killingly, Thompson and Woodstock).  Depositors of bankHometown have their deposits insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation for amounts up to $250,000 with amounts in excess of $250,000 insured in full by the Share Insurance Fund, a private excess insurer.

SCORE Conference: Celebrating Women’s Entrepreneurship

 

 

 

When

Friday, May 18, 2018 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM EDT

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Where

Sheraton Framingham Hotel

1657 Worcester Street

Framingham, MA 01701

 

 

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Join us for a one-day conference sponsored by SCORE, TD Bank and Avidia Bank to celebrate the success of women entrepreneurs in our region.

 

This gathering is designed to inspire you and provide immediately usable information whether you are looking to launch a new business or grow the one you have! The full day conference is $50 which includes a light breakfast and lunch. A half-day ticket (either morning or afternoon session) is available for $25 as well.

 

To Register, click on the REGISTER NOW! link below.

 

REGISTER NOW!

 

Lieutenant Governor Karyn Polito is the featured morning speaker. Hear her thoughts on women’s enterprise throughout the Commonwealth. She is followed by a panel discussion with peer entrepreneurs led by Deborah Penta of Penta Communications on overcoming challenges and soaring to success with audience participation.

 

TD Bank will then give a presentation on Best Practices for “Preparing for Bank Financing”. Come learn from the source what banks really need from you!

 

The afternoon starts with lunch speakers Margareth Shepard, Framingham City Councilor and Lisa Dowd, founder of Cheesy Street Grill. Councilor Shepard is the first Brazilan American elected to City Council in Framingham and is a life long entrepreneur. Lisa Dowd did a mid career change from corporate executive to top notch entrepreneur. She has been so successful that she was on the Rachel Ray show! After lunch there will be three simultaneous workshops:

 

  • How to Grow Your Business with a Government Contract
  • Social Media That Works for YOUR Business
  • Building Your Personal and Business Brand Success

 

*PRE-REGISTRATION is required for these workshops – sign up as you register for the event.

(Translation in Spanish and Portuguese will be available for the luncheon speaker and the most popular workshop so please indicate if you need translation services when registering.)

 

To Register, click on the REGISTER NOW! link below.

 

REGISTER NOW!

 

This conference has been organized by the Boston and Worcester Chapters of SCORE, a non-profit organization that provides free mentoring and free or low-cost workshops to help small businesses succeed. Funding came from a grant from National SCORE and from a generous contributions from TDBank and Avidia Bank.

 

Sincerely,

 

Laura Beechwood and Johanne Cimon, SCORE

SCORE Boston and Worcester

lbeechwood3@gmail.com

617-565-5591

The Great American Bake Off Casting Call

The producers of the UK Phenomenon “The Great British Bake Off,” are once again looking for America’s best amateur
bakers.
This is your chance to make history and be a part of this globally beloved format!
Are you ready to compete in the ultimate baking battle to be crowned the Best Amateur Baker in America?
Can you bake perfect pastries, exceptional cakes and beautiful bread?
Does someone you know create memorable baked delights for every occasion?
Are you an amateur baking genius ready to show off your skills?
If so, we are currently taking applications and would love to see you in the tent!
If you are selected as one of this year’s competitors, you will:
· Travel to England to compete in the world famous “Bake Off” tent.
· Possibly take home bragging rights as the Best Amateur Baker in America.
To be selected you must:
· Be at least 18 years old & a legal US resident
· Have not completed any formal or professional culinary, pastry and or baking training, unless it was more than ten years ago.
· Have never worked as a full-time baker, cook or chef, nor must your main source of income be derived from baking.
** Please see Application for full list of eligibility requirements
Visit WWW.BAKINGSHOWCASTING.COM to APPLY and for MORE INFORMATION
APPLICATIONS CLOSE at 11:59 p.m. PT on May 31, 2018

http://www.thegreatamericanbakingshow.com/ 

OSHA / DIA WORKSHOP FOR EMPLOYERS

The North Central Career Center is hosting a free workshop for employers on May 30th to update companies across multiple industries on the latest OSHA requirements.  The workshop will also include information about funding sources for OSHA/safety training.

OSHA / DIA WORKSHOP FOR EMPLOYERS

 

Date, time and location:

May 30, 2018   1:00PM – 3:00PM

North Central Career Center

100 Erdman Way, Leominster, MA

 

The North Central Career Center invites you to a free workshop designed to help employers better understand OSHA requirements, policies and procedures.  In addition, you’ll learn about resources that will help fund OSHA and related training.

 

This free workshop is essential for all business owners and managers who want to understand OSHA guidelines and directives that are designed for safety and better health management.

 

OSHA provides information and resources to help employers identify and correct job hazards as well as improve their injury and illness prevention programs.  DIA and OTA offer additional resources to help you comply with Federal and State requirements.

AGENDA

1pm – 1:15pm – Networking

1:15pm-2:30pm – OSHA presentation

2:30pm – 3:00pm – DIA & OTA presentation

 

 

Featured speakers:   Jeffrey Taylor, OSHA

Kathleen Manson, MA Dept of Industrial Accidents (DIA)

Tiffany Scogstrom, MA Office of Technical Assistance (OTA)

 

 

To register for this free event, please RSVP to spercifull@ccncm.com by May 25th.  Feel free to contact me with any questions.