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SUMMARY:Community Resource Fair at Free Produce Day
DESCRIPTION:Community Resource Fair at Free Produce Day – August 5th! \nThe Washington County Recovery Friendly Workplace Network\, in collaboration with the DownEast Recovery Support Center\, will host a Community Resource Fair on Monday\, August 5th\, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the DownEast Recovery Support Center\, 11 Free Street\, Machias. \nThis month’s event promises to be an invaluable opportunity for our community\, featuring representatives from various organizations dedicated to supporting your success and well-being. Attendees will have the chance to connect with: \n\nAroostook Mental Health Center’s OPTIONS (Overdose Prevention through Intensive Outreach\, Naloxone & Safety) initiative: Providing free and confidential assistance to help community members connect to substance use treatment and recovery services.\nEastern Maine Development Corporation: Providing economic development services\, including career counseling and training assistance\, to improve the quality of life in Eastern Maine.\nFamily Futures Downeast: A two-generation college program designed for parents and their children to promote post-secondary education and early childhood education.\nHealthy Acadia’s Prosper Program: Offering navigation and support for expectant and new parents\, caregivers\, and families living with substance use disorder in Washington and Hancock counties\, Maine.\nJobs for Maine’s Graduates’ Higher Opportunity for Pathways to Employment (HOPE) and Parents as Scholars (PaS) Programs: Helping individuals access education and employment opportunities.\nMaineStreet Business Building (MSBB): Offering support and resources for local businesses.\nWashington County Recovery Friendly Workplace Network: Promoting recovery-friendly work environments.\n\nWhether you’re seeking business advice\, recovery resources\, or employment opportunities\, this Resource Fair is designed to connect you with the support you need. \nFor any questions\, please contact Dodie Emerson at demerson@sunrisecounty.org or 207-271-2132. We look forward to seeing you there! \nFree Produce Days are held on the first Monday and Tuesday of each month from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the DownEast Recovery Support Center. Any updates or adjustments to this schedule will be promptly communicated through the DownEast Recovery Support Center Facebook page.
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/community-resource-fair-at-free-produce-day/
LOCATION:DownEast Recovery Support Center\, 11 Free Street\, Machias\, ME\, 04654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Resource Fair,Small Business Resources
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ORGANIZER;CN="MaineStreet Business Building":MAILTO:info@mainestreetbusiness.org
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SUMMARY:Employment Law: The Basics and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:The Washington County Recovery Friendly Workplace Network is excited to welcome Jack Bjorn\, Employee Benefits Attorney\, of Eaton Peabody Attorneys at Law for a 2-hour training and networking event.  \nThis is a FREE in-person event\, open to all Washington County employers and business owners \nFocused training on employment law – from hiring\, retention\, and everything in between; opportunities to network and ask the expert! \nFor businesses of all sizes- from entrepreneurs to sole proprietors to large businesses that employ hundreds\, this training will help explore the complex challenges that businesses face and understand the protections  Stay up-to-date on Compliance\, risk management\, creating fair and inclusive workplace\, employee relations\, cost savings\, avoiding discrimination or harassment\, protecting the company reputation\, learn about changes in employment law and practices. Networking opportunities with like-minded employers and resource providers with services to support your business.  \nLight refreshments provided \nHosted by: The Washington County Recovery Friendly Workplace Network\, with support from Community Caring Collaborative\, Sunrise County Economic Council and MaineStreet Business Building.  \nThe training will cover: \n\nHiring Practices\nWorkplace Safety and Health\nSubstance Use in the Workplace\nWorkplace Policies\nEmployee Benefits\nFamily Medical Leave\nRecordkeeping and Documentation\nDiscrimination and Harassment\nTermination and Layoffs\nWages and Hours\nEmployee Privacy\nImmigration and Work Authorization\nDispute Resolution\nCompliance with Labor Laws\n\nAgenda:\n1-2 pm: Networking & Refreshments\n2-4 pm: Training\n4-5 pm: Ask the Expert \nRegister here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/nwyc5s7/lp/91a9f8b4-aff6-4e15-b2cb-a9bf666329ca
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/employment-law-the-basics-and-beyond/
LOCATION:Edward L Hennessey Jr. Training Center\, 1 Colonial Way\, Machias\, 04654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business & Entrepreneurship Resources,Small Business Resources,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Washington County Recovery Friendly Workplace Network":MAILTO:demerson@sunrisecounty.org
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SUMMARY:Jonesport Area Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:Learn about: \n\nRecovery Support\nSupport for Families\nWorkforce Support for Job Seekers\nEducation & Training Opportunities\nComputer Literacy Training\nSmall Business and Entrepreneurship Resources\n\nThis no-cost event is coordinated by the MaineStreet Business Building and Peabody Memorial Library with support from Eastern Maine Development Corporation\, Pathstone\, and CareerCenter. Questions? Please contact Dodie Emerson at demerson@sunrisecounty.org or 207-271-2132.
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/jonesport-area-resource-fair/
LOCATION:Peabody Memorial Library\, 162 Main St\, Jonesport\, ME\, 04649\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business & Entrepreneurship Resources,Resource Fair,Small Business Resources
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ORGANIZER;CN="MaineStreet Business Building":MAILTO:info@mainestreetbusiness.org
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SUMMARY:Resource Fair @ Produce Day!
DESCRIPTION:MSBB is partnering with the DownEast Recovery Support Center for monthly mini-resource fairs during Free Produce Day! \nThis month’s lineup includes representatives from: \n\nDowneast Rainbow Alliance\nEastern Maine Development Corporation\nFamily Futures Downeast\nHealthy Acadia\nMaineStreet Business Building\nNext Step\nSunrise County Economic Council\nWashington County Adult & Community Education\n\nCome and grab some fresh produce\, explore programs designed to support you and your family\, and connect with valuable resources. \nQuestions? Please contact Dodie Emerson at demerson@sunrisecounty.org or 207-271-2132. We look forward to seeing you there! \nPlease note that Free Produce Days are scheduled for the first Monday and Tuesday of each month\, operating from 10 am to 4 pm at the DownEast Recovery Support Center. Any updates or adjustments to this schedule will be promptly communicated through the DownEast Recovery Support Center Facebook page.
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/resource-fair-produce-day/
LOCATION:DownEast Recovery Support Center\, 11 Free Street\, Machias\, ME\, 04654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business & Entrepreneurship Resources,Resource Fair,Small Business Resources
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SUMMARY:MERIT - Informational Session
DESCRIPTION:Please join Beth Bordowitz from the Maine Retirement Investment Trust (MERIT) as we discuss this exciting new program available to assist small business owners and their employees in saving for retirement as well as other retirement options for self-employed individuals and their employees.\nMERIT is a state-sponsored retirement savings program designed to ensure every Maine worker has the opportunity to build a secure financial future.\nLaunched earlier this year\, MERIT is working to ensure that all Mainers have access to retirement at work by providing small businesses with a free program to provide retirement benefits to their employees. More information can be found at: https://meritsaves.org/\nAll Maine Employers with fifteen or more employees must register with MERIT or certify their exemption by April 30\, 2024.\nEmployers with 5-14 employees must complete registration with MERIT by June 30\, 2024.\nDuring the session\, you’ll learn:– About the law that created MERIT– What MERIT means for your business– What MERIT means for your employees– Which businesses are eligible for MERIT– How to register with MERIT\nWe hope you will be able to join us!\nPlease email kbragg@sunrisecounty.org to register!
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/merit-informational-session/
LOCATION:MaineStreet Business Building\, 19 Main St.\, Machias\, ME\, 04619\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Business Resources
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