Category Archives: Announcements

Self-Sufficiency Programs and Services November 2023 Schedule The CDC observes November as National Diabetes Month. During this month, nationwide educational activities are planned to increase the public’s awareness of this disease. Diabetes is a chronic disease that occurs when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin or when the body cannot effectively use the insulinContinue reading “November 2023 Schedule”

Self-Sufficiency Programs and Services October 2023 Schedule The CDC observes National Breast Cancer Awareness Month every October in an effort to support those who have been diagnosed with, are battling, or are recovering from the disease. People around the world adopt the pink color and display a pink ribbon to raise awareness about breast health.Continue reading “October 2023 Schedule”

Self-Sufficiency Programs and Services September 2023 Schedule The CDC observes Suicide Prevention Month every September. Hence, September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Suicide is a major public health concern and a leading cause of death in the U.S. Help the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) raise awareness by sharing resources that help othersContinue reading “September 2023 Schedule”

Self-Sufficiency Programs and Services August 2023 Schedule The CDC observes National Immunization Awareness Month. National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM) is an annual observance held in August to highlight the importance of routine vaccination for people of all ages. 8/1/23 Tuesday – Two-Part Online Reading and Writing WorkshopPart 1 Building Vocabulary | Logophiles* 8/2/23 Wednesday –Continue reading “August 2023 Schedule”

Self-Sufficiency Programs and Services July 2023 Schedule The CDC observes National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month each July. This observance raises awareness of the challenges that affect the mental health of racial and ethnic minority groups. 7/11/23 Tuesday – Two-Part Online Reading and Writing WorkshopPart 1 Building Vocabulary | Logophiles * 7/12/23 Wednesday – Two-PartContinue reading “July 2023 Schedule”

Self-Sufficiency Programs and Services June 2023 Schedule During the month of June, many African Americans celebrate Juneteenth (also known as Juneteenth National Independence Day, Black Independence Day, Freedom Day and Emancipation Day). Juneteenth is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the date in 1865 when the last Confederate community of enslaved Americans inContinue reading “June 2023 Schedule”

Self-Sufficiency Programs and Services May 2023 Schedule 5/1/23 Monday – May is Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage MonthThis annual month-long event is an opportunity to celebrate the many contributions and achievements of the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community. 5/2/23 Tuesday – Two-Part Online Reading and Writing WorkshopPart 1 Building Vocabulary | Logophiles *Continue reading “May 2023 Schedule”

Self-Sufficiency Programs and Services April 2023 Schedule 4/1/23 Saturday – April is Black Women’s History MonthWe recognize the achievements and contributions of women of African heritage through both fiction and nonfiction works that are created by, for, or about them in order to honor their significant impact on our community and the world. April isContinue reading “April 2023 Schedule”

Self-Sufficiency Programs and Services March 2023 Schedule 3/1/23 Wednesday – March is recognized as Women’s History Month – commemorating and encouraging the study, observance, and celebration of the vital role of women in American history. 3/4/23 Saturday – How to Start a Nonprofit Community Workshop 10:00 am EST-3:00 The Villages at Carver Family YMCA 3/7/23Continue reading “March 2023 Schedule”

The Write-Right Literacy & Nutrition Programs February 2023 Schedule 2/1/23 Wednesday – February is recognized as Black History Month, which honors the triumphs and struggles of African Americans throughout U.S. history. 2/7/23 Tuesday – Two-Part Online Reading and Writing Workshop Part 1 Building Vocabulary | Logophiles * 2/8/23 Wednesday – Two-Part Online Reading and WritingContinue reading “February 2023 Schedule”