Looking for a new job or thinking of changing careers? Trying to fine-tune your resume, or job search strategy? Why not join the Jewish Vocational Services and Chutzpah Deli for a free casual drop-in career counseling coffee chat? Brew up new job search ideas and percolate resume-writing tips. The Jewish Vocational Services (JVS), together with Chutzpah Deli, will host a free Career Counseling Coffee Chat on Wednesday, March 26 between 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. Join JVS's Liz Livingston, MS, at 12214 Fairfax Towne Center, Fairfax, for an informal discussion about your career strategy and how JVS can help. Call Liz Livingston, MS, at 703-204-9100, ext. 27.
The Centreville Chantilly Business Council will hold its Monthly Networking Breakfast on Thursday, March 27 from 7:30-9 a.m. at the Westfields Marriott, 14750 Conference Center Drive in Chantilly. The guest speaker is Don Sigety of WAGE Radio. Cost is $15/members and $25/non-members. RSVP to 703-437-5556 or e-mail to events@herndondulleschamber.org.
Leadership Fairfax Inc. (LFI), is seeking candidates for its two leadership programs — the Leadership Fairfax Signature Program and Emerging Leaders Institute. LFI will host a Recruiting Preview on Wednesday, April 2 from 5:30-6:30 p.m., at the Reston Association in Reston. This information session is free and will provide prospective candidates with overviews of the two programs and their application requirements. Call 703-749-0409 ext. 338 or e-mail info@leadershipfairfax.org.
The 11th annual Fairfax County Volunteer Service Awards breakfast, sponsored by Volunteer Fairfax, will feature Katherine Campbell, Executive Director of the Association of Volunteer Administrators, as keynote speaker. The breakfast ceremony, to be held at the Hilton McLean at Tysons Corner on Wednesday, April 23, will honor volunteers, both corporate and individual, who have provided dedicated service to the Fairfax County community.
This year’s theme is “Celebrate Volunteers — the Spirit of America!” The public is invited to nominate individuals and groups who have volunteered noteworthy time, energy and expertise to meet community needs. Businesses, individuals, nonprofit organizations, public agencies, schools, and civic groups may submit nominations. All nomination forms must be received by the close of business (5 p.m.) Monday, Feb. 24. Call 703-246-3460.
The League of Women Voters of the Fairfax Area recently announced publication of the 2003 edition of its citizens' information guide, "Facts for Voters." The brochure lists contact information for all government representatives at the local, state and national levels. It also includes many other contact phone numbers and e-mail addresses in a compact format.
Anyone can pick up a free copy of the 16-page brochure at any Fairfax library or government center, including City and town halls. Single copies of the brochure can also be obtained by sending a self-addressed, stamped #10 envelope to the League at 4026 Hummer Road, Annandale, VA 22003. Persons and organizations can get information about obtaining multiple copies by calling the League at 703-658-0150.