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Job Opportunity As A Community Liaison

Friday, July 29th, 2011
The Job Opportunities Task Force is looking to fill a Community Liaison position. The Job Opportunities Task Force develops and advocates policies and programs to enhance the skills, job opportunities, and incomes of low-skill, low-wage workers in Maryland. The Community Liaison will be mainly responsible for connecting residents and non-profit organizations to the work of the Job Opportunities Task Force. The deadline to apply is August 3. For m

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Local Science, Technology, Engineering And Mathematics Conference For Students

Tuesday, July 26th, 2011
The Ernest Everett Just Foundation is hosting its Annual Meeting and Student Science Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Conference on July 25-26 for students in grades 8 - 12. The conference is designed to encourage careers in science, engineering, or math, assist students in finding colleges and scholarships, and assist in finding professional opportunities. The event will take place at the Ernest Everett Middle School, 1300 Campus Way Nort

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Author Talk: Book Discussion And Signing

Friday, July 22nd, 2011
The DC Public Library will host a discussion and book signing where attendees will have the opportunity to meet Award-winning Poets Lamont B. Steptoe and Sandra Turner-Barnes. The event will take place on Monday July 25 at 6:30 p.m. at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, 901 G street NW, Washington DC. For more information visit: http://tinyurl.com/3l2fe3v.  

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Prince George’s County Public Schools To Hold Back To School Fair

Thursday, July 21st, 2011
Prince George’s County Public Schools will hold its Inaugural Back to School Fair for all students, parents, teachers, staff, community leaders, and county agencies. The Back to School Fair will provide the opportunity to purchase school uniforms and school supplies, on site student registration, and important information about what each school has to offer. The event will take place at Eleanor Roosevelt High School on Saturday, August 20

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Intern At The White House

Wednesday, July 20th, 2011
The White House Internship Program is now accepting applications for Spring 2012! The hands-on program gives young leaders the opportunity to strengthen their understanding of the Executive Office while developing leadership skills and engaging in public service. The deadline to apply is September 11, 2011. For more information visit: http://tinyurl.com/435okfz.

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Submit Your Photos!

Tuesday, July 19th, 2011
The Prince George’s County Social Innovation Fund in partnership with Envision Prince George’s is holding a photo contest for youth ages 8-18. The “Picturing Prince George’s” photo contest is an opportunity to capture the Prince George’s County story through the perspective of its youth. The last day to submit photos is July 22 so send yours in now! Prizes will be awarded to contest winners. For more inform

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Discussion On Transit-oriented Development In Prince George’s County

Monday, July 18th, 2011
On July 11 Envision Prince George’s and The Coalition for Smarter Growth sponsored a discussion centered on transit-oriented development. Residents and stakeholders were able to hear the views of a panel on transit-oriented development and public transportation in Prince George’s County. Council members Eric Olson and Andrea Harrison were in attendance and opened the discussion. Read more at The Prince George’s Suite.

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Farmers Market Opens On Branch Avenue

Friday, July 15th, 2011
In an effort to rejuvenate the Branch Avenue corridor, particularly near the Branch Avenue Metro station, a farmers market has opened in the area. The market operates from 2 to 6 p.m. Fridays until November 19. The farmers market consists of six vendors, three of whom are farmers. Organizers look to attract five farmers as well as other vendors. For more information visit: http://tinyurl.com/6glh5pf.

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Wizards And Mystics Offer Youth Summer Camps

Thursday, July 14th, 2011
From August 8-12 the Wizards and Mystics are offering authentic NBA and WNBA basketball camps for boys and girls ages 8-17 living in the Metropolitan area. The campers will benefit from professional instruction from former professional players, former and current college coaches/players, as well as local high school coaches. Each camper also receives one free ticket to a Washington Mystics Home Game. For details visit: http://www.nba.com/wizards/

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Fire/emergency Medical Services Department’s Advisory Council To Hold Inaugural Meeting

Wednesday, July 13th, 2011
The inaugural meeting of the Prince George’s County Fire/Emergency Medical Services Department’s new Advisory Council will allow the community the opportunity to give feedback on the quality of services provided. The Fire/EMS Department provides fire prevention and protection, emergency medical services, and community outreach programs. The meeting will be held Wednesday, July 13 at 6:30 p.m. at the Cranford Grave/Fire Services Buil

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