National Homeless Memorial Day

Driver Helpers Needed

FREE Wills Clinic HVLP

FREE Healthcare for those uninsured

100 JOBS

CONGRESSMAN AL GREEN HEALTH FAIR Sept 5th @ 11911 Chimney Rock 713.723.6015

Rental Assistance

Sisters Empowered Sisters Aware

FEDERAL JOB FAIR

The Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
and Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee
invite you to attend the

FEDERAL JOB FAIR

SATURDAY, JULY 25, 20091:00 PM - 4:00 PMPalm Center ComplexHouston Business Development, Inc.5330 Griggs Rd.(Free Parking)

Participating Employers:
Dept. of Commerce
Census Bureau
Dept. of Defense
Department of Homeland Security
Federal Emergency Management Agency
Transporation Security Administration
United States Secret Service
Department of the Interior
U.S. Geological Survey
Department of Justice
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives
Bureau of Prisons
Department of Veteran Affairs
Michael E. Debakey VA Medical Center
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission And others

For further information, please contact the office of

Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee at 713-655-0050

Aramark Sports

Aramark Sports
Hiring Event

Come to:

Reliant Center
8111 Kirby Dr.
Houston, Texas 77054

Monday
July 27th, 2009
3pm to 7pm
Job posting #2556797
*See an Employment Counselor for Referral Information at any Workforce Solutions location.
http://www.wrksolutions.com/

EMPLOYER INTERVIEWING:

Managers/Cooks /Bar Tenders/Cashiers
Waiters/Waitresses/Bookkeepers
Stockers & More…

· 0-1 year experience preferred depending on the position.
· All positions are part – time seasonal event based.
· Hours vary according to time of event.
· Must be 18 years of age or older.

Great Opportunity for Supplemental Income

· Must be flexible.
· Convictions on a case by case basis. Candidates must pass background check and drug screen.

"We provide technology and skills to people with disabilities."

Techs & Trainers
5933 Bellaire Blvd., #111
Houston, TX 77081
Map of 5933 Bellaire Blvd Houston, TX 77081-5535, US
(713)839-7177
We are open Monday - Friday 11:00 a.m to 6:30 p.m.
Some Saturdays by appointment only.

Referral sources for Felons

Top Ten Jobs For Felons
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Employers That Will Hire Felons
http://romanfigures.com/EMPLOYERS_THAT_WILL_HIRE_FELONS.pdf

Free Cridit Report
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Free Legal Help
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Job Openings

Prevent Blindness Texas

SIGHT FOR STUDENTS PROGRAM
A Referral Network for Free Eye Exams and Eyeglasses for Children

2202 Waugh Drive
Houston, TX 77006
1-888-98-SIGHT
www.preventblindness.org/TX

ABOUT SIGHT FOR STUDENTS:
The Sight for Students program is VSP’s national charity program that provides free eye exams and glasses, when prescribed, to thousands of children who qualify for their program each year. More than 50,000 children each year receive a free comprehensive exam and corrective lenses, if needed, through Sight for Students. Last year, Prevent Blindness Texas distributed approximately 2,400 Sight for Students vouchers to help children receive a free eye exam and/or eyeglasses through this program.

ABOUT YOUR CHILD’S VISION:
Prevent Blindness America recommends a continuum of eye care for children to include both vision screening and comprehensive eye examinations. All children, even those with no signs of trouble, should have their eyes checked at regular intervals. Any child who experiences vision problems or shows symptoms of eye trouble should see an eye doctor for a complete eye exam.

ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES:
· Family income is no more than 200% of the federal poverty guidelines;
· Child is not enrolled in Medicaid, CHIPS or any other vision insurance that covers vision;
· Child is 18 years or younger and has not graduated high school;
· Child or parent is a U.S. citizen or documented immigrant with a social security number;
· Child has not used our program during the last 12 months.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
· Request an application by contacting your nearest PBT office or by calling our toll free number at 1-888-98-SIGHT to receive an application.
· Mail or fax your COMPLETED application to your nearest PBT office along with ONE COPY of the following:
Proof of ALL INCOME IN THE HOUSEHOLD which may include the last 2 paycheck stubs, W-2 form, SSI Award Letter, Child Support, Disability Award Letter, Food Stamp Award Letter, Self-employment, Unemployment Benefits, or other contributions for each member in the household OR letter from the school stating that your child is enrolled in the free/reduced lunch program.

APPROVAL GUIDELINES:
· Upon receiving approval, the parent/guardian will receive a VSP gift certificate along with a list of Participating Doctors.
· The family should select a doctor from the list of Participating Doctors and make an appointment.
· When making an appointment, please be sure to tell the doctor’s office you have VSP insurance and please be sure to take your gift certificate with you to your appointment.
· It will take 1-3 weeks to process your application once it is received.

A Challenge To All You Poets Out There!

Community Voice Mail is hosting a nationwide poetry contest and you are invited to describe “the heart of CVM” in a poem!

All poems must be 4-8 lines long. You can submit your poem directly by emailing it to info@cvm.org or you can send the poem to me and I will submit it for you. When entering the contest, you will need to give your full name & location, and your CVM number.

If the winning poem comes from Houston, the CTK Foundation will split $10,000 between the National CVM office and the Houston CVM Program! That money will be used to help fund CVM service for you and the 40,000 other users nationwide!

And check this out … the winning poem will become the basis of a song, written and produced by Los Lonely Boys! Los Lonely Boys will even make it into a video for community awareness about CVM.

The deadline for this contest is July 13th, so don’t delay, because that is only two weeks away! (Hey, maybe I’m a poet but just didn’t know it!).

OK, the challenge is on! Be deep, be zany, rhyme or don’t rhyme … just write a poem about why Community Voice Mail is important to you and let’s win this contest!

Make this a Creative Day;

Heat Advisory

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HOUSTON/GALVESTON TX
322 AM CDT THU JUN 25 2009

*** HEAT ADVISORY FOR ALL OF SOUTHEAST TEXAS NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT FRIDAY***

A HEAT ADVISORY HAS BEEN ISSUED FOR SOUTHEAST TEXAS AS THE HEAT INDEX HAS REACHED ABOVE 108 DEGREES YESTERDAY AND IS EXPECTED TO REACH ABOVE 108 AGAIN TODAY. THESE SAME CONDITIONS ARE EXPECTED FRIDAY.

A HEAT ADVISORY IS ISSUED WHEN TWO CONSECUTIVE DAYS OF A HEAT INDEX OF 108 OR ABOVE IS EXPECTED. THE HEAT INDEX MUST FALL,OR BE FORECAST TO FALL,BELOW 105 DEGREES BEFORE THE ADVISORY IS CANCELLED.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS:

IF YOU PLAN TO BE OUTSIDE, AVOID PROLONGED EXPOSURE OR STRENUOUS PHYSICAL ACTIVITY. YOUR BODY CAN LOSE UP TO A GALLON OF WATER AN HOUR THROUGH PERSPIRATION. DRINK PLENTY OF FLUIDS TO AVOID DEHYDRATION. CAFFEINATED BEVERAGES CAN INCREASE THE RATE OF WATER LOSS IN YOUR BODY, INCREASING THE RISK OF HEAT EXHAUSTION OR STROKE. WEAR LIGHTWEIGHT, LIGHT-COLORED, LOOSE FITTING CLOTHING. WEAR A HAT TO SHIELD YOURSELF FROM THE SUN, AND USE A SUNSCREEN TO REDUCE POSSIBLE SUNBURN.

TO FIND THE NEAREST "BEAT THE HEAT" SHELTER NEAR YOU, PLEASE CALL THE UNITED WAY'S 211 INFORMATION LINE.

Local Food Pantires

Bethel Heavenly Hands
12525 Fondren Rd. (at West Airport) Suite N
Houston, Texas 77035 713.729.6477
Food Pantry Hours: Mon. – Fri. 9am – 4pm
Documents needed: Picture ID, Social Security Card, Proof of income and proof of residency.
Clothing Mon, Tues, & Fri 9am – 4pm Documents needed: Picture ID

West Houston Assistance Ministries (WHAM)
10501 Meadowglen Lane @ Rodgerdale
Houston, Texas 77042-4001 713.977.7803
Zip codes served; 77042, 77057, 77063.77077
Food Pantry Hours: Mon. – Fri. 10am – 2pm
Documents needed: Picture IDs for all adults in household, Social Security, Birth certificates and SS for all children, Proof of income and copy of current lease agreement

House of Amos
8030 Boone Road (at Beechnut)
Houston, Texas 77072 281.495.9061
Food Pantry Hours: Mon. – Fri. 9am – 12 noon Sat. 10am - 12 noon
Documents needed: Picture ID and Proof of Residency

Christian Community Service Center (CCSC)
Gethsemane Food Pantry
6856 Bellaire Blvd (at Gethsemane United Methodist Church – Canterbury Hall)
Houston, Texas 77074 713-871-9741 (CCSC’s Main Campus)
Zip codes served; 77031, 77036, 77072, 77074
Food Pantry Hours: Tuesdays, 10:00AM to 1:00PM; Thursdays, 3:00PM to 6:00PM (early arrivals are strongly encouraged)
Documents needed: Photo ID for all adults in household; birth certificate, Medicaid or school record for all children; proof of residency (lease agreement, etc.)

New Life Seventh Day Adventist Church
7800 W. Bellfort at Fondren, Houston, Texas 77035 832.618.2692
Food Pantry Hours: Wednesday & Saturday 4pm-6pm
Documents Needed: Picture ID and current utility bill

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FOOD FAIR

Episcopal Church of Epiphany
9600 S. Gessner ( Bissonnet & Gessner)
on
Saturday, June 13; from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Fresh produce and other food will be distributed to the community.

One grocery order per household.

Frutas y vegetales frescos serán distribuidas a la comunidadUna orden de comida por familia

Bring your own grocery bags or boxes to carry your food.
Bring your Photo ID & information on everyone who lives in your house.

Traiga sus bolsas o cajas para llevar su comidaTraiga prueba de identificación e información e su familia

Sponsored by E.C.H.O.S.

National HIV Testing Day (June 27)

Saturday, June 27th is National HIV Testing Day.

Every nine and a half minutes someone in the United States becomes infected with HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. And a lot of people that have HIV don’t know they are infected. There is help and treatment available – which is why it is so important to know if you have HIV.

You don’t have to wait until June 27th to take action.
Here are a few ways to find an HIV testing center near you:

1. Visit http://www.HIVtest.org, the National HIV and STD Testing Resources web site from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Enter your zip code to find a testing center near you. You can also find a lot of accurate information about HIV and the testing process.
2. Call 1-800-CDC-Info (1-800-232-4636). This is the National hotline for the CDC. You can call anytime and someone will answer your questions and help you find a free or inexpensive testing center.
3. Text a nearby ZIP code to “KNOWIT” (566948). If you have a cell phone and use text messaging, you’ll get a text message back with a local testing center (normal text messaging charges apply).

We hope you’ll take a few minutes to find out more about HIV and how to get tested.
It’s better to know than to not know.

Please forward this email to you friends, family, and anyone else you think might benefit from this information.

HEAT RELIEF

Reliant Energy Announces Summer Programs to Help Customers With Electricity Bill Payments, Energy Consumption During Hot Summer Months
Posted: Wed, 03 Jun 2009 17:42:30 GMT
Author: Reliant Energy


HOUSTON - (Business Wire) Reliant Energy today announced the continuation of several statewide programs that will aid residential critical care customers, qualified low-income seniors and other low-income customers with managing electricity bills this summer.

The company also announced that it will provide some new “heat relief” summer entertainment options, some free of charge, for families impacted by the downturn in the economy, as well as the continuation of the fourth year of the Reliant Energy Beat the Heat Centers and a newly created home energy audit program with Rebuilding Together Houston.

From July 1 through Sept. 30, 2009, Reliant Energy will offer special assistance to critical care residential customers, qualified low-income seniors and other low-income residential customers, in addition to programs that already are available. Programs include:
a $1 million annual commitment to assist low-income and elderly residential customers pay their electricity bills through CARE (Community Assistance from Reliant Energy);
a moratorium on disconnecting electricity service for low-income seniors, critical-care, and other low-income residential customers who contact Reliant Energy and agree to a payment plan;
waiving residential customer deposits for qualified senior citizens;
offering deposit installments for qualified low-income residential customers;
offering extensions and payment plans for qualified residential customers;
special, dedicated agents who provide service to residential customers who are eligible for social agency assistance or who need special payment arrangements;
average billing to help manage budget and bill size during the hottest months of the year for qualified residential customers;
up to 10 percent lower pricing on select Reliant Energy residential plans, just in time for summer.
free home energy audits for qualified low-income and elderly residential customers in Houston; some of these customers also may qualify for free attic insulation or free energy efficient compact fluorescent lights under a program operated by Reliant Energy’s community partner, Rebuilding Together Houston.

For more information on any of these programs, customers should speak with a Reliant Energy Customer Care agent at: 1-866-RELIANT.

Reliant Energy Beat The Heat Centers
· Acres Homes MSC, 6719 W. Montgomery Road
· Denver Harbor MSC, 6402 Market St.
· Fifth Ward MSC, 4014 Market St.
· Magnolia MSC, 7037 Capital St.
· Northeast MSC, 9720 Spaulding St.
· Southwest MSC, 6400 High Star Dr.
· Sunnyside MSC, 4605 Wilmington St.
· West End MSC, 170 Heights Blvd.

The Beat the Heat Centers will operate 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday through Friday, beginning June 22 through Oct. 2, 2009.

Rent-A-Center Hiring Event

Hiring for: Bilingual Applicants for, Account Reps, Asst. Managers, Managers & Mangers in Training.

Apply online at www.raccareers.net. Then attend one of the two career fairs listed below.

On Tuesday, June 9th at the Rent-A-Center store located at 11198 Fondren Rd. in Houston
between 10 am and 7 pm.

Wednesday June 10th at the Rent-A-Center store located at 10729 Eastex Freeway, Houston, TX 77093 between 10 am and 7 pm.

REQUIRMENTS: Applicants must be fluent in English and Spanish, be at least 20 years of age, and have a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license.

Digital Conversion / Hurricane Season

It's Hurricane Season:

To be fully prepared for critical weather updates, be sure you have switched to Digital TV!
Conversion will be on Friday, June 12, 2009

On Friday, June 12, 2009, all full-power television stations in the United States will stop broadcasting in analog and will switch to 100% digital broadcasting. Digital broadcasting will free up airwaves for use by emergency responders. Individuals will need to either purchase a converter box, connect their TV to cable, satellite or other pay services, or buy a TV with a digital tuner boxes. With hurricane season upon us, having a TV and making sure it works is especially important for critical weather updates. Don't be left with a blank screen. Through the end of July 2009, the Federal Government is providing up to two coupons per household, each worth $40, that can be applied toward the cost of an eligible converter.

For more information about the digital conversion visit:

https://www.dtv2009.gov

or call 1-888-225-5322 (voice) or 1-888-835-5322 (TTY)
To see where to recycle your old TV, www.houstontx.gov/solidwaste/digital_conversion.html
For full information about preparing for hurricane season, go to www.readyhoustontx.gov.

Your Community Voice Mail (CVM) number will always be working during a Hurricane, to find a CVM provider near you, visit: http://list.cvm.org/mapping/Houston.html

3 HOT JOB FAIRS

1ST --- INTEGRITY OF TEXAS Wed. June 10th, 9:30am-11:30am
Appointment Setters Apply at Workforce Solutions- Northline Commons 4424 N. Freeway
Appointment Setters needed. Will contact small and mid-sized businesses to set appointments for bank representatives to visit. Employer will provide training and coaching for applicants with no experience. No sales involved. Weekends off. Candidates must pass a drug screen. Convictions will be reviewed on case-by-case basis; convictions will not necessarily bar a candidate's employment.
(Individual must be on time for the job fair, the employer will only hold one session)
Job posting# 8087223


2nd --- AMI STAFFING 9:00am-11am
Apply in Person on Wed. June 10th @ AT THE EMPLOYER JOB SITE
330 W. Little York
45 N & Little York
Now hiring Trash Collectors: To ride outside the truck while servicing residential costumers on route. Must be able to climb on and off the truck to load refuse, waste, and poly carts. Must be able to lift and carry trash bags and containers to the disposal truck. Must be at jobsite by 5:45am and work 5-6 days per week. Hours may vary from6-12 daily. Must own regular work boots.
Apply in person. Please state to employer that you received the referral from the Workforce Solutions. Bring 2 valid identifications issued by the government such as TDL/ID and Social Security Card.Trash Collectors (general labor)
(Backgrounds welcome on a case by case basis---IMMEDIATE WORK HIRE)
Job posting# 3032352



3rd --- SHOE CARNIVAL 1pm-3pm
All Positions Apply at Workforce Solutions- Northline Commons 4424 N. Freeway
Shoe Carnival is one of the most energetic family footwear retailers in the country. Our continued expansion creates an ongoing need for talented people to join our team. We’re not only a great place to shop; we’re a great place to work! great for those students that did not qualify for the Summer Youth Program.(Minimum age for work 16 yrs old and older… business casual)
Job posting# 8087768

Hurricane Preparedness

(Click on picture to download a FREE Emergency Card)

June first is the start of the

2009 Hurricane Season.

Be prepared

www.ice-qube.com has FREE information to help you help yourself.

Career Fair

Recruit Military Career Fair

Thursday, May 28, 2009 - 11AM to 3PM
Minute Maid Park (Home of the Houston Astros)
501 Crawford St. - Houston, TX 77002
Download Flyer @
http://careerfairs.recruitmilitary.com/cf/197-Houston/candidates/information

CHIP and Medicaid can now complete the application on line

Please go to http://www.chipmedicaid.com to see the latest developments. Clients can now apply online and print a PDF copy of their online application to use as a receipt. The client will receive their application in the mail for a signature in about 2 weeks. They will also receive a bar coded letter to use when they return their signed application and any missing information requested.

Houston Affordable Housing Drive

Celebrate National Home ownership Month in June

Join us for a one-stop shop to home ownership

Friday, June 5, 2009

11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Martha Hermann Square

(Reflection Pool at City Hall, 901 Bagby)

FREE PUBLIC ADMISSION
Join us for the 2009 Houston Affordable Housing Drive and find out how easy it is to own a new home. Visit dozens of professionals from the real estate, counseling and mortgage industries to learn how you can become a new homeowner.
You will learn about:
- Affordable New Homes
- Houston HOPE Homes
- Down Payment Assistance ($10,000 - $37,500)
- First Time Homebuyer Information
- How to Qualify for a Mortgage
- Understanding your Credit Scores
This is a great year to take advantage of affordable home prices and historically low mortgage rates - combined with down payment assistance from the City of Houston.
"Why rent when you can own your own home?," says Mayor Bill White.
Now is the perfect time to make the move to a new home for about the same amount you are currently paying for rent. If you qualify for down payment assistance, monthly mortgage payments (including taxes and insurance) could range from $650-$950.
The 2009 Houston Affordable Housing Drive is brought to you by the City of Houston, Land Assemblage Redevelopment Authority (LARA), and Houston HOPE Homes.
For more information call 832.393.0975 or visit www.houstonhopehomes.org
FIND US on Facebook
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Houston-HOPE-Homes/48998194723

Survey

15 minutes is all it takes to help prevent HIV and AIDS in your community.

Make your voice heard.

Complete the survey.

http://www.houstonprevent.org/

For more information or to be mailed a paper survey call 866-518-5330

FREE Chicken

FREE

The Oprah Winfrey Show/Kentucky Grilled Chicken Two-Piece Meal Coupon

Get two pieces of grilled chicken, two individual sides and a biscuit FREE!

Limited Time: Download Coupon ONLY available from 9 a.m. CDT on May 5, 2009, to 9:59 p.m. CDT on May 6, 2009.

Coupon is redeemable at participating KFC® locations in the United States from May 5, 2009 to May 19, 2009—excluding Mother's Day, May 10, 2009.

Go to UnthinKFC.com and download your coupon! or http://www.unthinkfc.com/

Summer Jobs for Qualified Youth

Workforce Solutions will be offering summer jobs for qualified young people throughout our 13-county service region.

Youth ranging in age from 14 to 24 from low-income families are eligible to apply.

For young people who are not eligible for this particular service, Workforce Solutions can help you find a summer job with local employers. Visit any office of Workforce Solutions during regular office hours and speak with an employment counselor.An individual from a low-income family who is interested in applying for a job opportunity must register and establish her/his eligibility. You can go to any of the Workforce Solutions career offices during regular business hours Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., or to designated offices during special evening and Saturday registration events, or to community locations. See calendar below for dates, times and locations. www.wrksolutions.com

FREE Legal Advice Clinics

FREE

LEGAL ADVICE CLINICS
For Low-Income Harris County Residents

Schedule: 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. or when all
spaces are filled

Saturday, June 6, 2009
Neighborhood Centers “Ripley House” — 4410 Navigation, Houston

Saturday, June 6, 2009
Aldine Y.O.U.T.H. — 4700 Aldine Mail Route, Houston

Saturday, June 6, 2009
Acres Homes MSC — 6719 West Montgomery, Houston


Volunteer attorneys at the HVLP Legal Advice Clinics will provide brief legal advice—10 to 15 minutes—to qualifying participants in the following areas: family law (divorce, custody, child support), wills and probate, consumer, landlord/tenant, bankruptcy, immigration law, and IRS controversies. Referrals to legal service providers will also be available. Only low-income Harris County residents are eligible for assistance. Free parking is available at each location.

Anyone served with legal documents or having prior court papers affecting their legal matter should bring a copy of these documents. In addition you should bring copies of:
1. Your picture ID
2. A lease or a bill in your name
3. Proof of income (last two check stubs, unemployment checks, Social Security award letter, etc….)

City of Houston Municipal Court Amnesty Program

Program Runs From May 1st thru May 16th, 2009

Houston scofflaws who ignored parking tickets or traffic citations are getting a second chance.

Beginning Friday, Municipal Court judges will begin a 16-day amnesty program for those with outstanding warrants for traffic and parking tickets, as well as other citations for violation of city ordinances, that were delinquent as of Feb. 28.

There are a few rules for the May 1-16 amnesty program:

Those under the age of 17 must appear in court with a parent, guardian or managing conservator.
Only defendants named in the citation, or their attorneys, can make an appearance.
Those with delinquent parking citations will be allowed to pay the original citation amount, plus a 30-percent collection fee.
Defendants who come to the Municipal Courts to pay their fines, even those with warrants for failing to appear, will not be arrested, city officials said.

Fines can be paid in person at the Municipal Courts building at 1400 Lubbock, the Southeast and Westside police substations, and the court annex buildings in Clear Lake, Kingwood, and Acres Home.

Brought to you by the HoustonChronicle.com

For those homeless with outstanding cases and enrolled in a case managed program assisting you to exit homelessness, speak to your case manager on how you may access the Homeless Court Program.

For more information please call the Coalition for the Homeless, M-F between 8am-5pm @ 713.739.7514.

FREE Copies of Your Resume'

Looking for a job?
Need to print nice copies of your resume?
From now until May 30, you can get 25 copies of your resume printed for free by visiting any of the 1,100 Office Depot retail stores around the country. You can also fax your resume for free to five numbers in the U.S.To find the nearest Office Depot, call toll-free 1-888-GO-DEPOT, or 1-888-463-3768. Or, search for your local store on the Office Depot web site, at http://www.officedepot.com/storelocator/input.do?inventoryLocationUpdatable=true.

You can read more about this offer here: http://investor.officedepot.com/phoenix.zhtml?c=94746&p=irol-newsCorporateArticle&ID=1278075&highlight=.

CDC Up-Date

This is an important public health message from Community Voice Mail and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC):

CDC has confirmed additional human cases of swine influenza (flu) virus infection in the United States, bringing the total number of U.S. confirmed cases to 64 as of April 28 at 11:00am ET (see http://www.cdc.gov/swineflu/ for up-to-date information). This message contains important information about swine flu, including ways to minimize your chance of infection and symptoms to look for.

Like seasonal flu, swine flu in humans can vary in severity from mild to severe. Spread of swine flu can occur in two ways:

>Through contact with a person with swine flu. Human-to-human spread of swine flu has been documented also and is thought to occur in the same way as seasonal flu. Flu is thought to spread mainly person-to-person through coughing or sneezing of infected people.
>Through contact with infected pigs or environments contaminated with swine flu viruses.

Swine influenza, or flu, viruses are not transmitted by food. You cannot get swine flu from eating pork products.

There is no vaccine available right now to protect against swine flu. However, there are everyday actions that can help prevent the spread of germs that cause respiratory illnesses like flu. Take these everyday steps to protect your health:

>Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
>Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze. Alcohol-based hand cleaners are also effective.
>Avoid close contact with sick people.
>If you get sick with flu, CDC recommends that you stay home from work or school and limit contact with others to keep from infecting them. Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs spread this way.

Ill people who experience any of the following warning signs should seek emergency medical care.

In children, emergency warning signs that need urgent medical attention include:
o Fast breathing or trouble breathing
o Bluish skin color
o Not drinking enough fluids
o Not waking up or not interacting
o Being so irritable that the child does not want to be held
o Flu-like symptoms improve but then return with fever and worse cough
o Fever with a rash

In adults, emergency warning signs that need urgent medical attention include:

o Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
o Pain or pressure in the chest or abdomen
o Sudden dizziness
o Confusion
o Severe or persistent vomiting

CDC has created a Web page with more information and updates. Visit www.cdc.gov/flu/swine or call CDC at 1-800-CDC-INFO (1-800-232-4636) in English or Spanish, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Community Voice Mail will send additional information as we receive it from the CDC and as this health issue progresses. Please, tell your friends and acquaintances about this important information.
Thanks!

Swine Flue Up-Date

Interim CDC Guidance for Nonpharmaceutical Community Mitigation in Response to Human Infections with Swine Influenza (H1N1) Virus

http://www.cdc.gov/swineflu/mitigation.htm

Human cases of swine influenza A (H1N1) virus infection have been identified in several states and in other countries. This is a novel influenza A virus that has not been identified in people before, and human-to-human transmission of the virus appears to be ongoing. Unlike the experience in Mexico, the United States is currently observing a less severe clinical spectrum of disease with infection by the identical virus strain. As of April 26, 2009, of the confirmed cases of swine influenza A (H1N1) virus infection, only two confirmed case-patients were hospitalized and none have died in the United States. Mexican health officials have reported several hundred suspect cases, including several deaths associated with confirmed swine influenza A (H1N1) virus infection. In Mexico, many patients have experienced rapidly progressive pneumonia, respiratory failure requiring mechanical ventilation and acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). Therefore, the experience of these two countries has been markedly different to date. Getting better information to explain these differences is a high priority for the ongoing investigation.

http://www.cdc.gov/swineflu/mitigation.htm

SAVE THE DATE

City of Houston
2nd Annual MAN UP – Male Health & Wellness Expo
June 13, 2009 Saturday 10AM - 6PM
George R. Brown Convention Center, Exhibit Hall A
1001 Avenida de las Americas
Houston, TX 77010

The MAN UP Expo is a major education and outreach event that will focus attention on the health needs of our local men and boys and, hopefully, empower them to achieve and maintain healthy lifestyles. The motto for this year’s Expo is “Wake Up, Check Up, MAN UP!” The Expo will be just one of many health promotion and screening events targeting men that will be held nationwide during National Men’s Health Week, June 15 – 21, 2009, and the month of June (Men’s Health Month). Passed by Congress in 1994 and signed into law by President Clinton, the NMHW is celebrated each year during the week leading up to and including Father’s Day.

Low-cost Veterinary Care

SNAP Animal Aid Project

Animal Aid Project provides low-cost vaccinations and basic veterinary care for dogs and cats living in income-qualified families affected by HIV or AIDS. Spaying and neutering for dogs and cats, which is available free of charge through SNAP's Surgery Clinic, is required for participation in the Animal Aid Project. Qualified clients will be issued an Animal Aid identification card by SNAP (please call 713.862.3863 to find out about qualifying for a card).. www.snapus.org

FREE Lagal Clinic

Walk in Legal Clinic
Sponsored by Fort Bend Lawyers CARE*
Call before hand for qualifications:
Ms. Holly Reyes
Fort Bend Lawyers CARE
Asst. to Executive Director/Program Paralegal
Office: 281-239-0015
Fax: 281-239-8123

DATE:Saturday April 25, 2009
TIME:9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
VENUE:St. Laurence Parish
3100 Sweetwater Blvd, Sugar Land, TX 77479
Main Campus-Parish Hall

*Funded in part by the City of Sugar Land though a grant with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Community Development Block Grant Program

Don't Mess with Texas

Calling all Texans

(and friends of Texans)

Texas House Bill 232 is going to be heard on the Texas House Floor this Tuesday, April 21. This bill would provide ongoing, secure funding for CVM by requiring the Public Utility Commission to grant money to assist phoneless individuals with voice mail service. Please take a moment to email and/or call each of the representatives from your city/county asking them to support HB232 when it comes to the House floor on Tuesday. To find your representative's contact information go to http://www.house.state.tx.us/members/welcome.phpand search for their name or click on the "Find Your Representative" tool. Your note can read something as simple as the following:

"To the Honorable Representative XXXX:

I am writing to ask for your support of HB232. This bill passed 13-0 out of the State Affairs Committee and concerns community-based telephone voice-mail services for individuals in crisis or transition. Community-based voicemail services are essentially an extension of the "lifeline" service which is already paid for out of the Universal Service Fund, therefore no new money is being asked of the State. Community-based voicemail services are a useful component in linking individuals in crisis or transition to jobs, housing, medical and other services and, eventually, stability. Thank you for supporting this bill that will strengthen the safety net for thousands of Texans.

Sincerely, INSERT NAME INSERT CITY -------------------------------- ----

If you are not a Texas resident but have friends/family in Texas we ask that you forward this information to them. Thanks! Community Voice Mail National

The Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities (MOPD) has a new "Citizens Line" number:

713-803-1075
(Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.)

Please call this number if you need assistance
and
you can visit MOPD's website for additional information:
http://www.houstontx.gov/disabilities

FREE Homeownership Workshop

Texas Southern University

Presents:

Free Homeownership Workshop

Saturday, May 2, 2009 8:30 AM - 3 PM

Barbara Jordan-Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs - Room 108 & 114

For more information call (713) 313-4807 or (713) 313-6844

FREE Bag of Do-Nut Holes

Child Advocates is celebrating 25 years of speaking up for abused and neglected children in the Houston community. Click on the coloring page image to enlarge and print out. Bring it into a Shipley Do-Nuts to receive a FREE bag of do-nut holes.

For every picture received, Shipley Do-Nuts will make a donation to Child Advocates!

Over 5,000 kids in the Houston community are victims of child abuse, neglect and abandonment. Help us help other kids.

Valid for children 12 years of age and under. One picture per child per visit. Valid at participating locations. Not redeemable for cash.

Shipley Do-Nuts
5200 N. Main - Houston, TX 77009
Phone: (713) 869-4636 Fax: (713) 863-9623

http://www.shipleydonuts.ws/index.html

Employer Interviewing on-site

Employer Interviewing on-site

New Store Positions!

Tuesday, April 14th

Workforce Solutions Office Downtown
600 Jefferson, suite 125
Houston, TX 77002
713.658.0966

http://www.wrksolutions.com/

Interviewing:
Cashiers
Sorters
Attendants
Asst Managers
Floor workers & more!

FREE FUN on Easter Weekend

Hip Hop Hope Family Fun Day on Saturday April 11, 2009
3000 Jenson Dr. Houston, TX 77026

FREE HIV Legal Clinic

Anyone who is HIV-positive may receive a free legal consultation on any legal topic as part of a partnership with AIDS Foundation Houston on the second Tuesday of every month in our office conveniently located on Loop 610 North between Ella and Shepherd. To make an appointment, please call our office @ 713-808-1000 or send us an e-mail.

FREE MAMMOGRAMS

歡迎參加Please take part in
免費乳房攝影檢查Free Mammogram (Breast X-ray)
以及專家的演講and a speech on
『認識及預防乳癌』“Breast Cancer Recognition and Prevention”

免費乳房攝影檢查 資格：Qualifications for Free Mammogram:
*40歲以上，無醫療保險或保險自付額高的女性Females, 40+, with no health insurance or with health insurance and a high deductible
*低收入戶或無收入者Low income or no income
*沒有金卡、醫療補助、醫療保險者Not a gold card, or Medicaid or Medicare holder
*需事先向辦公室登記Must pre-register with the office

*日期：4月18日星期六；演講上午10時
*Date: Saturday, April 18/speech on 10a.m.
*地點Place: Northwest Chinese Baptist Church西北華人浸信會
(13130 Perry Road, Houston, TX 77070)

*登記處Registration at:
1. Northwest Chinese Baptist Church西北華人浸信會
(281) 955-6299, (281) 564-5795
2. Office of the Light & Salt Association光鹽社辦公室
(713) 988-4724, (281) 799-7574

*主辦單位Sponsored by: 西北華人浸信會Northwest Chinese Baptist Church,
光鹽社Light & Salt Association, 國家乳癌組織Network of Strength

"HATS OFF" GIVEAWAY

Star of Hope – Men's Development
1811 Ruiz, Houston, TX 77002
Wednesday, March 25th
9:00 am – 1:00pm

All Cloth and Brand New
Donated by Stetson

Ball Caps – Cloth Caps – Cowboy Hats – Winter Hats
Summer Hats
Various sizes and plenty for all homeless in Houston

Agencies MUST register time for pick-up

Call @ 713.739.7514

Email: info@homelesshouston.org

(Flyer)

Pt. Bi-Lingual Bus Drivers Needed

Monday, March 16, 2009
METRO Interviewing On-Site:

For Pt. Bi-Lingual Bus Drivers
Workforce Solutions – Downtown
600 Jefferson St., Suite #125
Houston, TX 77002
9 AM – 3 PM

Basic Job Requirements:

· HS Diploma, preferred
· At least 21 yrs of age
· Can lift up to 25 lbs.
· Valid TDL; good MVR
· 3 yrs of work experience

FAKE HUD WEBSITE WARNING

Beware – bad/deceptive website:

http://bailout.hud-gov.us/

It’s a fishing site – if anyone asks about it, advise them to stay away. Deliberately deceiving website. Domain name registered in Germany, host in California, etc…The Inspector General has been notified.

HUD's Official website is: http://www.hud.gov/

Anyone looking for housing assistance is asked to visit www.hud.gov

FREE Resume Printing

Need plenty of resumes for your job hunt?
March 10th is the official FedEx Office "Free Resume Printing Day". Visit any FedEx Print and Ship during regular business hours to take advantage of this offer. You can get up to 25 black-and-white resume copies when you place and pick up your order in-store. You can bring a printed copy of your resume, or you can bring it in digital format. Your resumes will be printed single-sided on resume-quality paper. "We understand that the economy has affected many people in a very profound way, and we want to help. Printing resumes is one small way we can use our resources to help those who need it." Brian Philips, President and CEO of FedEX Office.
call FedEx at 1-800-463-3339 for a location near you or visit www.fedex.com

A Patient Lecture:
Understanding Hepatitis C and HIV
Featured Speaker: Harold Henderson LCDC – Chemical
Dependency Counselor Thomas Street Clinic– Houston TX

When: Thursday, March 12, 2009
Where: 3rd Floor Large Conference Rm
Thomas Street Health Center,
2015 Thomas Street, Houston, Texas 77009
Time: 12:00pm – 1:00pm
PLEASE CALL To Reserve your SEAT - 713-873-4026
Free Lite-Lunch and Give-a-ways for all who stay and participate:
For more information see Educator Jeff Benavides

BANK ON HOUSTON

Too many Houstonians don't have access to mainstream banking services. It may be a factor of culture, a perceived lack of sufficient income, or simply unfamiliarity with the process. Low-income Houstonians and others without bank accounts are starting to pocket more of their hard-earned money as they begin opening checking accounts through the Bank on Houston program. Bank on Houston is a collaborative effort of the City of Houston, the FDIC, the National League of Cities, the Federal Reserve, and participating banks and credit unions designed to bring the city's unbanked individuals into the financial mainstream. Although this is an initiative of the City Controller's Office, no public tax dollars are involved.

In addition to saving low-income individuals high check cashing and bill paying fees, Bank on Houston will also make financial literacy classes available to low-income Houstonians. The program is also designed to raise awareness of the economic impact of being unbanked and work to find solutions.Although the program targets low-income Houstonians, it may also provide anyone who has had trouble with opening or maintaining a bank account a fresh start.

For more information, contact the City Controllers' Office at 832-393-3406, email: controllers@cityofhouston.net or visit the website, http://www.bankonhouston.org/ .

SAFETY TIPS

Because of recent abductions in daylight hours, refresh yourself of these things to do in an emergency situation...
1.
Tip from Tae Kwon Do :
The elbow is the strongest point on your body.
If you are close enough to use it, do!

2.
If a robber asks for your wallet and/or purse,
DO NOT HAND IT TO HIM.
Toss it away from you.....
chances are that he is more interested in your wallet and/or purse than you,
and he will go for the wallet/purse.
RUN LIKE MAD IN THE OTHER DIRECTION!
3.
If you are ever thrown into the trunk of a car,
kick out the back tail lights and stick your arm out the hole
and start waving like crazy.
The driver won't see you, but everybody else will.
This has saved lives.
4.
Women have a tendency to get into their cars after shopping, eating, working, etc., and just sit
(doing their check book, or making a list, etc.)
DON'T DO THIS!
The predator will be watching you, and this is the perfect opportunity for him to get in
on the passenger side, put a gun to your head, and tell you where to go.
AS SOON AS YOU GET INTO YOUR CAR,
LOCK THE DOORS AND LEAVE.

If someone is in the car with a gun
to your head
DO NOT DRIVE OFF!
Repeat:
DO NOT DRIVE OFF!
Instead gun the engine
and speed into anything, wrecking the car.
Your Air Bag will save you.
If the person is in the back seat they will get the worst of it.
As soon as the car crashes bail out and run.
It is better than having them find your body in a remote location.
5.
A few notes about getting into your car in a parking lot, or parking garage:
A.) Be aware:
look around you,
look into your car,
at the passenger side floor,
and in the back seat.
B.) If you are parked next to a big van,
enter your car from the passenger door.
Most serial killers attack their victims
by pulling them into their vans while the women
are attempting to get into their cars.
C.) Look at the car
parked on the driver's side of your vehicle,
and the passenger side. If a male is sitting alone
in the seat nearest your car, you may want to walk back
into the mall, or work, and get a
guard/policeman to walk you back out.
IT IS ALWAYS BETTER TO BE SAFE THAN SORRY.
(And better paranoid than dead.)
6.
ALWAYS take the elevator
instead of the stairs..
(Stairwells are horrible places to be alone
and the perfect crime spot.)
This is especially true at NIGHT!
7.
If the predator has a gun
and you are not under his control,
ALWAYS RUN!
The predator will only hit you (a running target)
4 in 100 times; and even then,
it most likely WILL NOT be a vital organ.
RUN, preferably in a zig -zag pattern!
8.
As women, we are always trying
to be sympathetic:
STOP!
It may get you raped, or killed.
Ted Bundy, the serial killer, was a good-looking,
well educated man, who ALWAYS played
on the sympathies of unsuspecting women.
He walked with a cane, or a limp, and often
asked 'for help' into his vehicle or with his vehicle,
which is when he abducted
his next victim.

Warrant Roundup

Houston Police Department and Houston Municipal Courts Participate in the Great Texas Warrant Round Up

The City of Houston's Police Department (HPD) will be among more than 180 law enforcement jurisdictions across Texas participating in the "Great Texas Warrant Round Up," which begins Saturday, March 7, 2009. This statewide initiative will target people who have outstanding warrants with their respective Municipal Courts. The City of Houston Municipal Courts encourages everyone to take advantage of one of the options listed below to settle any outstanding warrants before the Texas Round Up period begins at the end of next week. Notices are being mailed to all persons with active warrants pending against them. Note that no amnesty is being offered in conjunction with the Round Up effort. Once the Warrant Round Up begins Saturday, March 7th, HPD officers will aggressively target those people on the warrant list and arrests can take place at any location, including the person's home, school or workplace. So, please take care of any outstanding warrants now.

For more information about warrants or citations, visit http://www.blogger.com/www.houstontx.gov/courts <http://www.houstontx.gov/courts> or contact Houston's Helpline at 3-1-1 or 713-837-0311 if outside the City of Houston.

PAYMENT OPTIONS:
O ONLINE - http://www.blogger.com/www.texasonline.state.tx.us <http://www.texasonline.state.tx.us/>
O BY PHONE - Call 3-1-1 or 713-837-0311 (6:00 a.m.- midnight daily)
O BY MAIL - Municipal Courts, P.O. Box 4996, Houston, TX 77210-4996
O WESTERN UNION
O IN PERSON - At any of the six court locations listed:

Municipal Court Building
1400 Lubbock
M-Sa: 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Jail Bonding
1400 Lubbock, 1st Floor
24 hours per day, 7 days per week
Parking / Red Light Camera
Adjudication Hearing Office
1400 Lubbock, Basement
M-F: 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Westside
3203 South Dairy Ashford
M-F: 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Southeast
8300 Mykawa
M-F: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
North Command Station
9455 West Montgomery
M-F: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Kingwood
3915 Rustic Woods
Wed: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Clear Lake
2855 Bay Area Boulevard
Thurs: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

http://www.irs.gov/individuals/article/0,,id=96406,00.html

The Earned Income Tax Credit or the EITC is a refundable federal income tax credit for low to moderate income working individuals and families. Congress originally approved the tax credit legislation in 1975 in part to offset the burden of social security taxes and to provide an incentive to work. When the EITC exceeds the amount of taxes owed, it results in a tax refund to those who claim and qualify for the credit.

To qualify, taxpayers must meet certain requirements and file a tax return, even if they did not earn enough money to be obligated to file a tax return.

The EITC has no effect on certain welfare benefits. In most cases, EITC payments will not be used to determine eligibility for Medicaid, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), food stamps, low-income housing or most Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) payments.

Access the website to read more as well as to link to additional resources and tools.

EITC--Should I Apply? The EITC Assistant Can Help

http://www.irs.gov/individuals/article/0,,id=130102,00.html
To learn whether an individual is eligible for the Earned Income Tax Credit they can access this link and answer some questions and provide basic income information. The program will also assist in determining correct filing status, determining whether child(ren) meet the tests for a qualifying child, and estimate the amount of credit an individual may receive.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program

To locate the nearest VITA site, call 1-800-829-1040 or 211 or 713-739-7514
The IRS Stakeholder Partnerships, Education and Communication (SPEC) division was established “To assist taxpayers in satisfying their tax responsibilities by building and maintaining partnerships with key stakeholders, seeking to create and share value by informing, educating, and communicating with our shared customers.” As part of its work IRS SPEC has established the VITA program with the assistance of community based partners and key stakeholders.
The VITA Program offers free tax help to low- to moderate-income (generally, $42,000 and below) people who cannot prepare their own tax returns. Certified volunteers sponsored by various organizations receive training to help prepare basic tax returns in communities across the country. VITA sites are generally located at community and neighborhood centers, libraries, schools, shopping malls, and other convenient locations. Most locations also offer free electronic filing.

FREE! FREE! FREE! FREE! FREE!
**BARBEQUE**


When? Saturday February 21st, 2009 2:00P.M.
(Numbers will be passed out at 1:00pm)
Where? Harmony House
602 Girard St Houston, TX 77007
Tel: 713-223-8104

Harmony House Clinic
Will be open from 10:30am-2:00pm

Afraid to go to court?
Tired of being thrown in jail?
Worried about warrants?
Looking to resolve outstanding misdemeanor cases?



WHO: Homeless persons with outstanding misdemeanors filled with the City of Houston Municipal Court.

WHAT: Homeless Court gives homeless persons the opportunity to rectify minor legal offenses without paying a fine, doing community service or going to jail.

HOW: Homeless service agencies provide programs to participate in that address issues such as recovery, education, employment, healthcare and/ or housing. Upon successful participation in a program, a participant will be referred to Homeless Court. The judge will determine if you have an outstanding case and if it is within the City of Houston’s Municipal Court’s jurisdiction. If both are true, the judge will then review the submitted proof of program participation and adjudicate the offense accordingly.

WHEN: Wednesday’s twice a month. 4pm, court room 16 @ 1400 Lubbock.

WHY: The philosophy of this program is rehabilitative rather than punitive – to give someone a chance to move forward and become more self-sufficient while at the same time resolving a criminal matter.


Things to Know;
This is a voluntary program
Successful participation in an Agency Program is required
All referrals must be made thru participating agency case management
No one goes into custody relating to the misdemeanor offense
Your case manager will assist you thru the HC program
ALL outstanding tickets are eligible within
THE CITY OF HOUSTON MUNICIPAL COURT
(Call 311 to find out if your tickets are filed with the city)

Call the Coalition for the Homeless @ (713) 739-7514 for a participating referral agency

Free Legal Clinic Every Saturday

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

S.H.A.P.E. Nia Becnel Family Center

3815 Live Oak

Houston, TX 77004

(713)521-0641

http://www.shape.org/FreeLegalClinic.asp

Every Saturday from 10 am to 12 pm

private attorneys will offer free, confidential half-hour consultations to help assess your legal matters.

Please bring any documents or information that is pertinent to your legal matter.

Service are provide on a first-come first-served basis.

The last consultation is at 11:30 am and will end at 12:00 pm.

NO PHONE CONSULTATIONS WILL BE PROVIDED…

If you need additional assistance beyond the initial free consultation, you may elect to enter into a contract to hire that specific attorney or ask for a referral to another attorney who may specialize in your legal area of interest.

The 2010 Census – A Great Way to Earn Extra Money

The U.S. Census Bureau is recruiting temporary part-time census takers for the 2010 Census. The pay is good, the hours are flexible, and the work is close to home. Census taker jobs are excellent for retirees, college students, persons who want to work part-time, persons who are between jobs, or just about anyone who wants to earn extra money while performing an important service for their community.

How to Apply

It's easy to apply! Call their toll-free Jobs line at 1-866-861-2010 and schedule an appointment to take the employment test. TTY users should call the Federal Relay Service at 1-800-877-8339.

Locally:

• Houston Central 7547 South Freeway Houston, TX 77021Phone: 713-264-8060Payrate: Starts at $17.50 / hour.
  
• Houston West1450 West Sam Houston Parkway Houston, TX 77043Phone: 713-770-6020Payrate: Starts at $15.25 / hour or visit http://2010.census.gov/2010censusjobs/index.php

O.P.E.N JOB FAIR

Opportunity Productive Employment Network

JOB FAIR

Date: Wednesday February 18, 2009
Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Houston Community College
Address: 3100 Main & Elgin - Midtown

Meet 30 Employers Face-To-Face

Job seekers! Remember 7 job search keys!

1. Arrive with a positive attitude
2. Bring 20 copies of your resumes
3. Do your company research
4. Get employer business cards
5. Match your education and experience with employer
6. Plan a few key questions
7. Dress professionally

For more information contact: James Corona @ 713-718-8560; james.corona@hccs.edu

LIVING WITHOUT LIMITS, LIVING LARGE INC.
“A Place where HIV positive heterosexuals can thrive”
Present:
HIV and Hepatitis C
At
2615 Calumet
Houston, TX
February 13, 2009
7:00 – 9:00 PM
Guest Speaker:
Harold Henderson
Chemical Dependency Counselor
R.S.V.P.
Cecilia Smith
832-545-5689
Cysmith2003@yahoo.com

An Important Public Health Message from Community Voice Mail and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Food and Drug Administration:"

"Have you heard about the recall of foods that contain peanuts or peanut butter in them because they may contain Salmonella? Salmonella is bacteria that can make you sick with diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps. Products on the recall list include cookies, crackers, cereal, candy and ice cream that have peanut butter or peanuts in them. Major national brands of jarred peanut butter found in grocery stores are NOT affected by the recall. To find out if you have food that is on the recall list, call the CDC at 1-800-CDC-INFO… or 1-800-232-4636… You can call this number 24 hours a day and speak to an operator who will look up the food for you. If you learn that food you have IS on the list, do NOT eat it, and throw it away. Also, do NOT feed the recalled food to your pets or other animals, as it can make them sick too. If you have questions about the recall or if you have questions about Salmonella, do not hesitate to call the CDC at 1-800-CDC-INFO… that’s 1-800-232-4636…
"If you found this information useful and would like to receive other health-related information visit the CDC @ www.cdc.gov or the FDA @ www.fda.gov. And please tell your friends about the recall. Thanks!"

The Houston Fire Department and Blue Cross Blue Shield
Offer Free Childhood Immunizations!


The Houston Fire Department (HFD) and the Blue Cross Blue Shield Care Van have teamed up again to offer free childhood immunizations at your neighborhood HFD Fire Stations. This is the perfect time to get your children up-to-date on their immunizations for school especially since the recommended vaccination schedules have changed for children ages 0 - 18.

These immunizations are FREE. All you need to do is bring your children, your identification and your children's vaccination records. Visit http://www.houstonfire.org/ for the new schedule of childhood immunizations.

Below are the next four dates and locations for the free immunizations which will be given from 4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.

Thursday, February 19 at HFD Station 44 (675 Maxey Road)
Thursday, March 5 at HFD Station 59 (13925 S. Post Oak)
Thursday, April 2 at HFD Station 70 (11410 Beamer Road)

For a complete list of free immunization locations and dates through May, as well as the recommended immunization schedule: visit http://www.houstonfire.org./. For more information about Care Van: see http://www.carevan.org/.

Any questions? Contact the HFD Public Affairs office at 713-495-7900 or email alicia.white@cityofhouston.net

IMMEDIATE POSITIONS AVAILABLE

· Machine Operator will work in an Industrial/Manufacturing setting
Must have experience in plastic processing. Pay$15.00-$18.00 an hour
· Maintenance Mechanics- Must have experience working with turret lathes, boring mills, and forklift repairs. Pay$16.00-$18.00 an hour
· CNC Machinist-Must have HBM & VMC experience. Pay$21.00-$23.00 an hour
· Welders- Sub Arc welder and 6G welder. Pay $17.00 – 20.00 an hour
· CNC Machinist Supervisor/Lead man-must have machine programming experience Pay $25.00 an hour.
· Candidates must pass a drug screen and background check
· Must bring proper documentation when applying.

APPLY IN PERSON
Saturday, February 7th
9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
1400 Sam Houston Parkway North, Suite 100
Houston,, Texas 77043
Phone Number: 713.357.4455

3rd Annual Financial Empowerment Forum for People with Disabilities

PLEASE JOIN US

in

Kicking off

the

2009 Tax Season

When: Thursday
January 29, 2009
Time: 9am - Noon
Where: The Metropolitan Multi-Service Center
1475 West Gray
(713) 284-1973

CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST, DOOR PRIZES, Converter Boxes, $50 Grocery Certificates, $25 Gas Cards, $50 Wal-Mart Gift Cards and More....

Agencies will be present to provide valuable information on Earned Income Child Tax Credit, FREE Income Tax Preparation Services, Credit Management and Repair, Identity Theft Prevention, Banking, Owning a Business, Housing and Employment Resources and More.

Additional Accommodations Request?

Please call 713.837.9041 or visit

http://www.houstontx.gov/disabilitie/index.html

NOW HIRING BUS DRIVERS

REM Services INC. is holding a Hiring Event @
Workforce Solutions - Northline
415 West Little York
Wednesday - Jan 28th, 2009
From 9:00am to 11:00am
713-692-7755

· Local Bus Drivers needed.
· Good customer service skills required.
· No experience required…EMPLOYER WILL TRAIN!!!
· Position requires a good driving record; no more that one moving violation in the past year.

After 90 days of probation, employees will be hired permanently with Metro. Candidates must pass drug screen, background check, and Department of Transportation [DOT] exam. NO felony convictions or misdemeanors for illegal drugs, theft or violence. NO DUI or DWI

ECHOS HEALTH FAIR

LOCATION: Iglesia Evangélica Apóstoles y Profetas “Pacto Eterno”
5539 Pine Street Houston, Texas 77081
Across from Braeburn Elementary

WHEN: SATURDAY, JANUARY 24, 2009
TIME: 9:00am – 1:00 pm

FREE SERVICES WILL INCLUDE:
Vision Screenings, Dental Hygiene, HIV Screenings
Blood Pressure, Glucose & Cholesterol Screenings

INFORMATION FROM:
ECHOS (Gold Card, Medicaid & CHIP), LIFE Houston (Emergency Infant Formula), United Health Care, Community Health Choice, Planned Parenthood, Houston Area Women’s Center, WIC and others

MD Anderson Presents: Too Cool to Smoke Puppet Show
The St. Luke’s Blood Mobil will be taking Blood Donations.

For More Information; Call ECHOS at 713.270.0369

FREE Income Tax Preparation

January 16th through April 15th

Are you getting the credit you deserve?

Each year millions of dollars in tax credits go unclaimed in the Houston area alone. To claim the credits you have earned, you need to file a tax return. At Neighborhood Tax Centers, families and individuals making up to $45,000 per year are eligible for free tax preparation, free electronic filing, and fast refunds with free direct deposit at 17 Neighborhood Tax Centers located across the greater Houston area. A social security number is not required to file. Taxes are prepared by IRS-certified volunteers and assistance is available in English, Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, and other languages.

No appointment is necessary. Call 2-1-1 for a current list of locations and hours, or visit
http://www.neighborhood-centers.org/ and click-on the Neighborhood Tax Centers logo.

In addition to free, fast, accurate tax preparation, Neighborhood Tax Center volunteers will determine your eligibility for the following: (What to bring with you)

EARNED INCOME CREDIT

Available to persons who received wages or self-employment income
Worth up to $438 for individuals between the ages of 25 and 64 with income less than $12,880
For families with two or more qualifying children and income less than $38,646, EIC is worth up to $4824

CHILD TAX CREDIT
Up to $1000 per qualifying child age 17 or younger

REBATE RECOVERY CREDIT
If you didn’t receive an Economic Stimulus Payment last year, you can claim it by filing a tax return for 2008. You are eligible if you have a valid Social Security Number and at least $3000 in earned income, social security, or veteran’s benefits, and were not claimed as a dependent on someone else’s tax return.

Workforce Solutions Introduces New Blog

BlogFORCE is the newest tool to help you find a job, keep your job or get a better job...

Get current updates from Workforce Solutions professionals that will help you manage your career from work, home or on the go.

Check them out! http://wrksolutions.wordpress.com/

FREE BBQ

When? Third Saturday of each month @ 2:00PM

NEXT: Saturday December 20, 2008

Please be there by 1:00pm as we begin passing out lunch tickets at 1:00pm

Where? Harmony House
602 Girard St Houston, TX 77007
Tel: 713-223-8104
Harmony House Clinic
Will be open from 11:30am – 3:00pm, Walk-in’s welcome
Health Fair / Winter Coats

If you need walking or driving directions, feel free to call the Coalition for the Homeless @ 713.739.7514

FOOD FAIR

Iglesia Episcopal Santa Maria Virgen
9600 Huntington Place
(off Bissonnet between Cook and Dairy Ashford)

Saturday, December 20, 2008from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m

Fresh produce and other food will be distributed to the community. One grocery order per household.


Frutas y vegetales frescos serán distribuidas a la comunidadUna orden de comida por familia


Bring your own grocery bags or boxes to carry your food.Bring your Photo ID & information on everyone who lives in your house.


Traiga sus bolsas o cajas para llevar su comidaTraiga prueba de identificación e información de su familia


Sponsored byE.C.H.O.S.

Annual Christmas Eve Big Feast

City Wide Club's

30

Year Anniversary

Celebrating 30 years of service to the community. The City Wide Club invites you to join them for their 30th Annual Big Feat on Christmas Eve, Wednesday December 24th, 2008 at the George R. Brown Convention Center. As always, they will be serving freshly prepared holiday dinner complete with desert, refreshments and toys for the kids. Enjoy live entertainment while assisting those in need of jobs, housing, clothing and various household goods. If you know of someone who is in need of assistance during this special time or would benefit from a food basket or hot turkey dinner, please call 713.752.CLUB (2582). To receive food baskets and holiday dinner, you must call in or write to:

City Wide Club
P.O.Box 8446
Houston, TX 77288
ATTN: Family Assistance Department

For volunteer information, Please call 713.752.CLUB (2582) or visit them at www.citywideclub.com

Happy Holidays

OFFICIAL MEDICARE EVENT

2008 Medicare Open Enrollment: Nov. 15-Dec. 31

For those on Medicare, it is important to review your prescription plan yearly. Bring your prescription drugs and your Medicare card and we'll help you shop and compare Medicare plans for 2009

Leon Grayson Community Center
Baldree Building
13828 Corpus Christi
Houston, TX 77015

Wednesday, December 10, 2008 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Flu shots, blood pressure checks and glucose screenings available.

www.medicare.gov / 1-800-MEDICARE / 1-800-633-4227 / TTY 1-877-486-2048

Goodfellows is a 501(c)3 organization that was created and is run by the Houston Chronicle. It has provided new holiday toys to needy children for almost 100 years.
Funds are donated by Chronicle readers, employees and business partners and are used entirely to purchase toys. All administrative costs of the program are provided by the Houston Chronicle. Donors are mentioned by name both in the paper and online (unless anonymity is requested), and large donors are thanked publicly. All are deeply appreciated.
Last year, Houston's generosity enabled Goodfellows to provide toys to 98,724 children in 24,681 families.

The program is designed for children ages 2 to 10.

If yours is a family in need, please send them your request - Postmarked by Monday, December 15! - and tell them your situation. Include a current address, the names and ages of your children and a daytime telephone number. Mail your request to us at:

Goodfellows
P.O.Box 4260
Houston, TX 77210-4260

They will send you a "toy voucher" via return mail and tell you the date, time and location for pick up. BE SURE TO BRING YOUR VOUCHER WITH YOU WHEN YOU COME FOR PICK UP!!!!

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

goodfellows@chron.com - Phone: (713)362-2273 - Fax: (713)362-7184

3rd Annual Veterans Holiday Luncheon

WHEN: December 6,2008
WHERE: US Vets
4640 Main Street
Houston, TX 77002
TIME: 12 Noon - 2:00 pm

WHO: All Vets are invited....come out and enjoy a day of love and friendly conversation.

Sponsored by HTEC, Houston's Training and Education Center www.houston-tec.com

Food sponsored by: Blake's Bar-B-Que, 5335 Aldine Bender, Houston TX 77032 713.783.2221

Medication Assistance

The link below is to information that may be of great benefit to those who have co-pay expenses for the following medications:
Epzicom, Lexiva, Combivir, Trizivir, Epivir, Ziagen and Retrovir.

The Patient Savings Card is good for up to $100.00 per month per medication for the next 2 years. I just picked up a refill of Epzicom that usually costs me $60.00 per month for my co-pay. The entire co-pay was waived and I did not have to apply for the card or even have it activated. The pharmacy tech at BioScript already had everything processed.

This was a very pleasant surprise for me – so I wanted to share the information with others who may also qualify or can share the information with others.

http://www.mysupportcard.com/index.html

When doing your Christmas cards this year, take one card and send it to this address:

A Recovering American Soldier
c/o Walter Reed Army Medical Center
6900 Georgia Avenue, NW
Washington, D.C. 20307-5001

If we pass this on and everyone sends one card, just think of how many cards these wonderful, special people who have sacrifice so much will receive.

Make it a Merry Christmas

FREE Thanksgiving Dinner

COME FEAST WITH US

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2008

From 12:00 noon - 4:00pm

3826 Wheeler Avenue

Houston, TX 77004

(713) 748-5240

Bring your appetite. The feast is on us.

Be blessed with a free "Box of Plenty"

TWO HIRING EVENTS

Event Name: AMI
Positions: Trash Collectors
When: November 20, 2008
Time: 1 PM to 3PM
Where: Workforce Solutions - Northline
415 W. Little Your Rd. suite A
Houston, TX 77076
(713) 692-7755
Description: Employer will be interviewing for trash collectors for Houston and surrounding areas. Pay is $75 to $80 a day and work schedule 7:30am to 4:30pm.

Event Name: Corestaff Services
Positions: Light Assemblers
When: November 21, 2008
Time: 9 AM to 11AM
Where: Workforce Solutions - Northline
415 W. Little York Rd. suite A
Houston, TX 77076
(713) 692-7755
Description: 1st & 2nd shifts available, $6.55 to start. No HS required. No experience.

Transgender Day of Rememberance

Saturday, November 22, 2008

Transgender Day of Remembrance (DOR) is the single most important event in the transgender community. DOR affords the transgender community an opportunity to acknowledge and honor humanity in the face of the tragedy that hate inspires. Stand with Harris County Sheriff-Elect, Adrian Garcia, HPD, City of Houston Representatives, dignitaries, the Holocaust Museum and the Houston transgender community for a moving evening of dignity and truth. The event is free and begins at 6:30 PM with a wine and cheese reception that includes a catered buffet. You will be able to tour the museum and view a collection of transgender history from Nazi-Germany.

This event is free and open to all who wish to share in this year's Transgender Day of Remembrance.

Where: Holocaust Museum Houston
5401 Caroline Street, Houston, Texas 77004
When: 6:30 PM - 9 :00 PM
Cost: Free

The Death of Rabbit Ears

If you do not have cable and use an antenna or rabbit ears to receive your local TV broadcasts, on February 17, 2009 you will no longer be able to do so without a converter box. The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) will issue up to two converter box coupons (valued at $40 each) to US households to help defray the cost of the converter box. Your household will be able to apply for up to two coupons, which must be redeemed within three months of receipt. The coupons cannot be combined to purchase a single converter box, and can't be used toward the purchase of other products. Consumers can download a coupon application at https://www.dtv2009.gov/ or call888-388-2009. The hearing impaired can call 877-530-2634 for English or 866-495-1161 for Spanish. The applications may also be found in some stores and public libraries.

VISION FAIR

VISION FAIR

When:

December 8 – 12, 2008
8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Where:

SEARCH Clinic
2505 Fannin, Houston, TX 77002

The Vision Fair is offered free of charge to eligible homeless adults and will be conducted on a first come, first serve basis. No appointments. Clients who received glasses through the June 2008 Vision Fair are not eligible to participate in the December 2008 event.

Sign-up at the SEARCH Resource Center Intake Desk

Please note that we DO NOT service or repair eyeglasses
Healthcare for the Homeless—Houston sponsors the Vision Fair in December and June each year.

Employer Interviewing On-Site

Electronic Assemblers
Job # 6730781

November 13th
9 AM –11 PM

Workforce Solutions-Northline
415 W. Little York, Suite A
Houston, Texas 77076

Qualifications:
· $10/hr
· Must have diploma, GED or trade school certificate.
· Must have reliable transportation.
· Must have recent, verifiable work references.
· Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen.
· Must have the ability to comprehend English enough to understand work assignments. Background case by case.
Be sure to:
· Bring work history and references
· Wear professional attire and a smile!

Call 713-692-7755 for more information.

U.S. CENSUS BUREAU

Is Hiring Immediately!!!

For: Recruiter & Various Positions

On Site Interviewing at the Workforce Solutions - Southwest

12710 Bissonnet. St.

NOVEMBER 13, 2008

8:30am-4:30pm

NO CALLS, Must Apply In Person

FREE Thanksgiving Dinner in SW Houston (YEA!!!)

Memorial Lutheran Church will be hosting a FREE Thanksgiving Dinner on Nov 27th from 11am to 1pm. They are located at 5800 Westheimer.

Anyone interest in attending or have any questions, Please contact Arlene Davide Murray @ (281) 240-9644. www.mlchouston.org

Thanksgiving BIG FEAST

The City Wide Club is hosting their 30th annual BIG FEAST

Where: George R. Brown convention center

When: Thanksgiving Day November 27th

Time: 10am

RSVP: (713) 752-2582

As always they will be serving freshly prepared Thanksgiving dinner complete with desert and refreshments. Enjoy live entertainment while assisting those in need of jobs, housing, clothing, various household goods and medical assistance. If you or some one you know are in need of assistance during this special time or would benefit from a free food basket or hot turkey dinner, please call 713.752.2582 to make reservations. To receive food baskets, you must register.

City Wide Club

P.O.Box 8446

Houston, TX 77288

For Volunteer Information:

Please call (713) 752-CLUB (2582)

or visit http://www.citywideclub.com/

Fall Spectacular Job Fair

October 30th, from 10am to 3pm @ 1510 Polk Street in the Toyota Center in downtown Houston

If you cannot attend this event,
visit www.employmentguide.com
To post your Resume.

Register for a $50.00 GAS CARD
One gas card to be given away every hour (10A-3P)

Register for a chance to win a LAPTOP Computer

Give the gift that saves lives at our Blood Drive

Effective Resume Development and Interview Techniques
Provided by the Houston Area Urban League

Bring a non perishable food item to help the Houston Food Bank replenish after Hurricane Ike

FREE ADMISSION AND FREE (LIMITED) PARKING ON LEVEL 3 PARKING GARAGE ( LEELAND ST AND CRAWFORD ST ) THE DAY OF THE EVENT

CO-SPONSORED BY HOUSTON AREA URBAN LEAGUE, TOYOTA CENTER, AARP FOUNDATION, DEPARTMENT OF LABOR, RUMBO, UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MD ANDERSON CANCER CENTER, THE EMPLOYMENT GUIDE, WISERWORKER.COM AND H&R BLOCK

NATIONAL HOMELESS MEMORIAL DAY

A number of people who are homeless in Houston/Harris County pass away every year. Unfortunately, many of them die anonymously. Whether or not someone is able to identify them, all of these people have dignity and should be remembered.

December 21, 2008 is National Homeless Memorial Day. We honor and celebrate those who have passed away while experiencing homelessness on the longest night of the year. For many years now, the National Coalition for the Homeless and the Coalition for the Homeless of Houston/Harris County, Inc have organized candle light vigils across the country. If you know of someone who has passed away this year while experiencing homelessness and would like to honor and celebrate their lives, please post their name on this blog.

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS

Each year, the Coalition for the Homeless of Houston/Harris County, Inc is required by HUD to administer a street count of those living on the streets. Because of the geographical size of Houston, this can prove to be difficult. We are in need of hundreds of volunteers to assist with an accurate count in 2009. The actual count is set for January 22, 2009, with two test counts prior and one proceeding. These counts are to be done between the hours of 5pm and 12 midnight. Compensation for time given will be in the form of gift cards to a local store near you. For more information and to sign up for this years count, please call 713.739.7514 to register.

“STAND DOWN” is military terminology referring to the brief period of time a soldier leaves an active combat area in order to rest and regain strength. The Houston Stand Down will bring a wide range of specialized resources together to provide homeless veterans the ability to obtain comprehensive medical and psychosocial services. Stand Down can be an opportunity for homeless veterans to access a broad spectrum of services, including medical & mental health screenings, dental care, eye exams, housing, employment, legal assistance, social services, VA & Social Security Benefits, haircuts, and more. All Agencies will be in one convenient location and ready to help homeless veterans create a plan for re-entry into mainstream society.

Wednesday, November 5, 2008 and
Thursday, November 6, 2008
8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Veteran Registration and Check-in: DeGeorge @ Union Station
Dr. John P. McGovern Veterans Health Care and Service Center
1418 Preston, Houston, TX 77002

Health and Social Services Fair: George R. Brown Convention Center, Hall A
1001 Avenida de las Americas
Houston, Texas 77010

STAND DOWN HOTLINE: (713) 374-3218

NEED A RIDE TO THE POLLS?

Harmony House is offering transportation for anyone registered to vote in Harris County who needs a ride to the polls. This includes early voting at 1001 Preston. We will depart from Harmony House at 10:00 am daily thru Oct. 31st.

YOUR VOTE DOES COUNT

Harmony House
602 Girard
Houston, TX 77002
(713) 237-1765

NEED A RIDE TO THE POLLS?

SEARCH is offering transportation for anyone registered to vote in Harris County who needs a ride to the polls. This includes early voting. Simply show up at SEARCH and ask for Joseph "Cowboy" Benson between 8am and 4pm Monday - Friday, during early voting and on Election Day November 4th.

YOUR VOTE DOES COUNT

SEARCH
2520 Fannin
Houston, TX 77002
(713) 739-7752

EARN $75 to $200 CASH

Schlesinger Associates - Houston
1455 West Loop South, suite 500
Houston, TX 77027
(713) 830-9940

Schlesinger Associates specializes in marketing research and offers paid research discussions that are available to the general public, volunteers, business professionals and medical professionals. Our clients are major corporations who desire to improve their products/services as effective and efficiently as possible. The way this is done is by obtaining honest opinions and critiques from consumers on how their products and services make them feel and how they should be improved if at all. This is done in a relaxed atmosphere with a moderator who guides participants through the discussion panel process, that’s all.

Our research studies are all discussion based, so there is absolutely no product testing involved! The discussion panels last no more than 2 hours, and best of all participants get paid CASH before they leave our facility! Compensation is from $75 to $200, and all the information gathered is kept strictly confidential.

Call (713) 830-9940 to register.

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How to Vote Early In Person:

If you are a Harris County resident and are registered to vote at a Harris County address, you can vote early for the November 4th election just by walking in to any of the locations shown below during the following dates and times:

Monday October 20th, 8:00am-4:30pm
Tuesday October 21st, 8:00am-4:30pm
Wednesday October 22nd, 8:00am-4:30pm
Thursday October 23rd, 8:00am-4:30pm
Friday October 24th, 8:00am-4:30pm
Saturday October 25th, 7:00am-7:00pm
Sunday October 26th, 1:00pm-6:00pm
Monday October 27th, 7:00am-7:00pm
Tuesday October 28th, 7:00am-7:00pm
Wednesday October 29th, 7:00am-7:00pm
Thursday October 30th, 7:00am-7:00pm
Friday October 31st, 7:00am-7:00pm

November 4th, Election Day

Any voter registered in Harris County can vote early at ANY of the following locations:

· Bayland Park Community Center, 6400 Bissonnet near Hillcroft
· Tracy Gee Community Center, 3599 Westcenter Drive
· Alief Regional Branch Library, 7979 South Kirkwood
· Lac Hong Square, 6628 Wilcrest Dr.
· Downtown, Harris County Administration Building, 1001 Preston, 1st Floor (This location is the best kept secret as it is never busy)
· Fiesta Mart, Inc., 8130 Kirby Drive just south of O.S.T.
· The Power Center, 12401 S. Post Oak Road
· Metropolitan Multi-Service Center, 1475 West Gray
· Ripley House, 4410 Navigation Blvd.
· Sunnyside Multi-Service Center, 4605 Wilmington
· Freeman Branch Library, 16616 Diana Lane, Clear Lake
· Galena Park Branch Library, 1500 Keene Street, Galena Park
· Palm Center, 5300 Griggs Road (Enter JP/Constable Door)
· Baytown Community Center, 2407 Market Street, Baytown
· Harris County Courthouse Annex #25, 7330 Spencer Highway, Pasadena
· IBEW Hall, 4345 Allen Genoa Road, Pasadena
· Houston Community College, Southeast College, 6815 Rustic
· Acres Homes Multi-Service Center, 6719 Wes t Montgomery Road
· Bear Creek Park Community Center, 3055 Bear Creek Dr.
· Barbara Bush Library, 6817 Cypresswood, Spring
· Franz Road Storefront, 19818 Franz Road.
· Jersey Village City Hall, 16327 Lakeview Dr.
· NEW: Spring Branch Community Center, 1414 Wirt Rd.
· Tomball Public Works Building, 501 B James, Tomball
· Pondersosa Fire Station No. 1, 17061 Rolling Creek Drive
· Octavia Fields Branch Library Annex, 1503 South Houston Avenue, Humble
· Julia C. Hester House, 2020 Solo St.
· NEW: Humble ISD Instructional Support Center, 4810 Magnolia Cove, Kingwood
· Moody Park Recreation Center, 3725 Fulton
· Hardy Senior Center, 10901 West Hardy Road
· NEW: Northeast Multi-Service Center, 9720 Spaulding
· North Channel Library, 15741 Wallisville Road
· Cypress Top Park, 26026 Hempstead Highway, Cypress
· NEW: Lone Star College Willowchase Campus, 9449 Grant Rd.
· NEW: Courtyard at Marriott, 12401 Katy Freeway ·
NEW: Glen Cheek Education Bldg., 16002 Westheimer Parkway

JOB FAIR

Friday, October 24, 2008

Parish Hall, The Episcopal Church of the Epiphany9600 S. Gessner

(Gessner at Bissonnet, METRO Bus 46 or 65)

Houston, TX 77071-1002 Phone: 713.270.0369

9am to 1pm

Sponsored By:

Epiphany Community Health Outreach Services (ECHOS) &

Gulf Coast Community Services Association (GCCSA)

If you have any questions regarding this event please contact:

Clarence Brooks at (713) 393-4700 ext. 802 or Jean Kegler at (713) 270-0369

FREE BBQ

When?
Saturday October 18th @ 2:00PM (begin passing out lunch tickets at 1:00p.m.)

Where?
Harmony House
602 Girard St Houston, TX 77007
Tel: 713-223-8104 or toll-free
1-800-376-9880

How Do I get There?
Harmony House is located directly behind the downtown post office. Call the Coalition for the Homeless for walking and driving directions @ 713.739.7514

Harmony House Clinic will be open from 11:30am – 3:00pm all walk-in’s are welcome. Gain information on early voting and receive FREE Community Voice Mail. The weather is forcasted to be picture perfect. We are expecting 400 in attendance. Typically, this BBQ focuses on servicing those living on the streets, but all are welcome to attend. We meet the third Saturday of each month. If you have never been, we encourage you to come on out for an old fashioned neighborly BBQ.