The public hearing originally scheduled for February 10th has been rescheduled for March 5th due to the snow

A joint public hearing for all interested parting will be held by the Planning Board and the Board of Aldermen Land Use Committee to receive public comments concerning the following: Read more about Somerville Public Hearing on New Zoning Ordinance Overhaul - POSTPONED

Do you want to brush up on your child care skills to enhance your career? Are you interested in breaking into this field and building a strong foundation to be successful as a nanny? Join us for this three-day training that will help you reach these goals!

Wed, Feb 25
3:00-5:00 PM – Orientation Read more about First Source Workshop Series: Nanny Training (Part 3 of 3)

Do you want to brush up on your child care skills to enhance your career? Are you interested in breaking into this field and building a strong foundation to be successful as a nanny? Join us for this three-day training that will help you reach these goals!

Wed, Feb 25
3:00-5:00 PM – Orientation Read more about First Source Workshop Series: Nanny Training (Part 2 of 3)

Do you want to brush up on your child care skills to enhance your career? Are you interested in breaking into this field and building a strong foundation to be successful as a nanny? Join us for this three-day training that will help you reach these goals!

Wed, Feb 25
3:00-5:00 PM – Orientation Read more about First Source Workshop Series: Nanny Training (Part 1 of 3)

Filling out a job application the right way is as important as having a good resume.  During this workshop, a career development professional will teach you what are the most common mistakes and best practices when filling a job application.

This is the second of a two-part series to help you succeed in getting the job you want. The first part (How to Communicate at Work) is being held right before this from 3-4pm. Read more about First Source Workshop Series: Application Draft Sheet

Addressing a problem at work or even identifying what is the right way to tell your boss that you have to be absent could be very difficult.  During this workshop you will learn the best practices to communicate at work.

This is the first of a two-part series to help you succeed in getting the job you want. The second part (Application Draft Sheet) is being held right after this from 4-5pm. Read more about First Source Workshop Series: How to Communicate at Work

The Job Seekers Support Group is a space for job seekers to share their experiences in the job search process and networking with other job seekers.  This will also be a time for non-native English speakers to practice their language skills in a safe and comfortable environment.

This is a drop-in event. No registration required.

For more information
Contact Jorge Colón at 617-776-5931 x232 or jcolon@somervillecdc.org Read more about First Source Workshop Series: Job Seekers Support Group

Do you have a hard time getting ready for a job interview?  It’s difficult for you to answer the interview questions with confidence and assertiveness? The workshops offered by a professional in career development will help you feel more prepared. Read more about First Source Workshop Series: Tell Me About Yourself

Do you have a hard time getting ready for a job interview?  It’s difficult for you to answer the interview questions with confidence and assertiveness? The workshops offered by a professional in career development will help you to feel more prepared. Read more about First Source Workshop Series: How to Identify your Skills

Join us at the February Union United Coalition Meeting, and bring a friend!

Union United is a coalition of stakeholders, including small business owners, residents, activists, immigrant groups, religious congregations, labor unions, and community-based organizations, working to ensure that the Union Square redevelopment process results in tangible benefits — not displacement — for the Union Square community. Read more about Union United Coalition Meeting

AHOC is a group of Somerville tenants, homeowners, and community members who are devoted to preserving and increasing affordable housing opportunities and stabilizing existing communities in Somerville.

We meet on the third Thursday of every month. Interpretation and dinner are always provided.

If you want to get involved, contact René at 617-776-5931 x226 or rmardones@somervillecdc.org.

Thanks in large part to Union United's push, the CAC is seeking new members. This is a real opportunity to influence the planning process and make sure equity is part of the conversation. We hope many of you apply. Read more about Union United CAC Application Open House

Thanks in large part to Union United's push, the CAC is seeking new members. This is a real opportunity to influence the planning process and make sure equity is part of the conversation. We hope many of you apply. Read more about Union United CAC Application Open House

Jobs for Somerville was formed by community members in response to the need for good local jobs. Come to the committee meeting to learn how you can get involved. Food, childcare, and interpretation will be provided.

For more information about Jobs for Somerville, contact Karen at 617-776 5931 x230 or knarefsky@somervillecdc.org, or Rene at 617-776-5931 x226 or rmardones@somervillecdc.org.