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www.wchra.com Special points of interest: The HRA will be closed January 1st Happy New Year The HRA will be closed January 19th in observance of Martin Luther King Day
January 2015
Resident Council Thursday, January 8th from 3:30-4:30pm No RSVP necessary - Lite snack at the HRA office, 7645 Currell Boulevard, Woodbury Agenda: Officer Elections, Plan Winter Party One $25 gift card will be given away at each meeting
served - Find out what is happening at the HRA HRA Staff Contact: Ann Lindquist Direct Number: 651-202-2813 Email:
[email protected]
We welcome all resident to become a part of our community gatherings. For Public Housing Contact: Ann Lindquist Direct: 651-202-2813
[email protected] HCV - Section 8 Contact: Corina Serrano Direct: 651-202-2812
[email protected] OR Lucy Chaves Direct: 651-202-2806
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WCHRA 7645 Currell Boulevard Woodbury, MN 55125 Phone: 651-458-0936
St. Paul Winter Carnival Rice Park Saint Paul’s beautiful and historic Rice Park acts as center stage for the Saint Paul Winter Carnival. Check out the variety of events and activities to be hosted in Rice Park this year: Ice Carving Displays One of Winter Carnival’s signature events, the eversparkly ice displays, are free and open to the public and are on display all 10 days of carnival in Rice Park. The beautiful masterpieces are created by area
artists using an array of tools including knives, chainsaws and other tools. See the artists at work (and competing for prizes and bragging rights) the first Thursday through Sunday of carnival. The displays are lit at night and are a great time to be downtown Saint Paul to take in other activities. Endless photo opportunities are available during the competition as well as with the completed creations. The creations are removed when Saint Paul
Winter Carnival ends – so be sure to stop by the see them! Both team and individual competitions are guided by a strict set of rules, requiring artists to utilize their best creative thinking. Additionally, competitor’s sculptures must be consistent with a sketch that was proposed and selected by the Selection Committee. For information on all events go to: www.wintercarnival.com
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Experience Snowshoeing
Lake Elmo Park Reserve 1515 Keats Ave. N., Lake Elmo To register call 651-430-8370
Led by a naturalist from Warner Nature Center. Participants will learn more about the ancient art of snowshoeing while improving their well-being in nature. Class size is limited; registration is required. There will be two programs per day. Participants can register for one or both. The cost is $5/person per class; all equipment is provided. Please dress for the weather and bring water/snacks. All participants must be 9 years of age or older and under parental supervision. Dates
The program will meet in the Eagle Point Trailhead parking lot (At the Snowshoe Shack). The instructor will have all the equipment ready for you at the Snowshoe Shack located on the South-West end of Eagle Point Trailhead Parking Lot. Weather Cancellations Class will be cancelled in the case of inclement weather and/or wind-chill temperatures at -10°. To reschedule if cancelled due to weather call 651-430-8370.
Class Times - The first lesson time must sell out before the second lesson will be offered.
Class Size
Sunday, January 4
1:00 - 2:15 pm
2:30 - 3:45 pm
20
Sunday, January 11
1:00 - 2:15 pm
2:30 - 3:45 pm
20
Sunday, January 18
1:00 - 2:15 pm
2:30 - 3:45 pm
20
Sunday, January 25
1:00 - 2:15 pm
2:30 - 3:45 pm
20
Sunday, February 1
1:00 - 2:15 pm
2:30 - 3:45 pm
20
Sunday, February 8
1:00 - 2:15 pm
2:30 - 3:45 pm
20
Five Secrets for Quitting Smoking in 2015 Most Smokers Say They Want to Quit - Many Will Resolve to Quit for New Year’s Most smokers say they want to quit and many will make a New Year’s Resolution to quit in 2015. If this is your year to quit, the American Lung Association shares five tips to help you on the path to success: 1. It’s never too late to quit. While it’s best to quit smoking as early as possible, quitting smoking at any age will enhance the length and quality of your life. You’ll also save money and avoid the hassle of going outside in the cold to smoke. You can even inspire those around you to quit smoking! 2.Learn from past experiences. Most smokers have tried to quit before and sometimes people get discouraged thinking about previous attempts. Instead, treat those experiences as steps on the road to future success. Think about what helped you during those tries and what you’ll do differently in your next quit attempt.
3. You don’t have to quit alone. Telling friends and family that you’re trying to quit and enlisting their support will help ease the process. Expert help is available from the American Lung Association and other groups. Friends who also smoke may even join you in trying to quit!
Our Freedom From Smoking® program is available in an in-person group setting or online. Our Freedom From Smoking® Helpline (1-800-LUNGUSA) is staffed with smoking cessation experts who can get you started on a quit plan, answer your questions and help you on the path to becoming tobacco-free. Calls are toll4.Medication can help, if you know what free at 1-800-LUNGUSA. to do. The seven FDA-approved medica- “Freedom From Smoking® helped me tions (like nicotine patches or gum) real- quit because I felt I had the encouragely do help smokers quit. Many folks ment and support of a whole movement don’t use them correctly or don’t use behind me, a movement that had really them long enough, so be sure to follow thought about the best way to reach out the directions. and break the hold cigarettes had on me,” 5. Every smoker can quit. At the Ameri- said Steve Ginther of New York City. can Lung Association, we firmly believe “Step-by-step and day by day, the prothat every smoker can quit. Each person gram was easy to follow and I was able to go at my own pace. The relaxation exerneeds to find the right combination of techniques for them and above all, they cises and the personal dedication of the staff to my quitting made me what I am need to keep trying. today, a non-smoker!” For anyone who is ready to try quitting Quitting isn’t easy but 50 million exfor the first time, tried before and is smokers in the United States are proof ready to try again, or is ready to help that it’s possible. Make 2015 the year you someone else quit, the American Lung Association has tools and tips you need. begin a new, smokefree life!
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Mobile Dental Free Teeth Cleaning and Dental Oral Care made possible by CrossWinds Community Church of Stillwater, in cooperation with Operation Grace. When is the Clinic? Fridays, Jan. 9, Feb. 13, & April 10th - 9am to 2pm (must call for appointment Where is the Clinic? Mobile Dental Clinic will be parked at CrossWinds Community Church,
9125 Newgate Ave. N, Stillwater, MN (Just off Highway 96 and Newgate Avenue). What? Dentists and Hygienists will be cleaning teeth and educating on oral hygiene upkeep. Who is Eligible? People with no insurance or with MA. Where Do I Sign Up? Go to one of five in-take sites: Valley Outreach, Stillwater
CrossWinds Community Church, Stillwater Rock Point Church, Lake Elmo St. Andrews Church, Mahtomedi The Salvation Army, Woodbury location
What Do I Need? Fill out a Health History Form and either bring it to one of the partnering offices or else fax it to CrossWinds Church at 651-351-0476 before we can make an appointment for you. go to www.crosswindscc.org to download a health history form.
Two Rivers Community Land Trust If you’re looking for an affordable home in Washington County, the Two Rivers Community Land Trust can provide you with many of the benefits of homeownership in a model that allows you to build equity while ensuring the affordability of the home for years to come. How does it work? Community land trusts, or CLTs, develop housing through renovation or new construction and sell the homes to low- to moderate-income families. The CLT leases the land to the families, who
agree to restrictions on how the house can be sold in the future. As a result, CLTs are able to produce highquality affordable housing and keep it affordable for future generations. There are more than 5,000 CLT properties in over 150 communities across the nation. Who owns what? The CLT owns the land under the home. The homebuyer purchases the house. This reduces the price by approximately 25%. Unlike condo or homeowners associations, the Two Rivers CLT charges only a $25 month to
lease the land under your house. What happens when the house is sold? When the owner chooses to sell their home, they receive their original investment back, plus 25% of any appreciation in the value of the property. For example, if a buyer bought a $100,000 home and in five years its value increased to $140,000, the owner would agree to sell the property for $110,000. That helps keep the property affordable well into the future. Where can I get more information? You can visit the Two Rivers CLT website www.tworiversclt.com or call 651994-9194.
Washington County Workforce Centers Calendar of Workshops Woodbury Location: 2150 Radio Dr, Woodbury Forest Lake Location: 19955 Forest Rd N, Forest Lake Cottage Grove Location: 13000 Ravine Parkway S, Cottage Grove Financial Literacy Jan 8 9-4 Jan 15 9-4 Jan 20 9-4
Forest Lake Cottage Grove Woodbury
Boot Camp (4 day workshop) Jan 13-16 9-4 Woodbury
LinkedIn - Getting Started Jan 21 9:30-12:15 Forest Lake Jan 27 1-4 Woodbury LinkedIn- Advanced Strategies Jan 21 1-4 Forest Lake Jan 29 1-4 Woodbury Job Talk Jan 5, 12, 26 9-11 Cottage Grove National Career Readiness Certificate Jan 5, 12, 26 1-4:30 Woodbury Creative Job Search Jan 23 9-4 Jan 26 9-4
Cottage Grove Forest Lake
Navigating MinnesotaWorks.net Jan 2 2-3 Woodbury Interviewing 101 Jan 22 9-12
Woodbury
Resume 101 Computer Lab Jan 22 1-4 Woodbury Jan 26 1-4 Cottage Grove Career Exploration Jan 6 9-1
Woodbury
Age as an Advantage Jan 27 9-4
Woodbury
www.mn.gov/deed/job-seekers
HRA’s Mission , the Through innovation Washington County Housing & Redevelop ment Authority and promotes community nt, economic developme inand provides and ma cent tains affordable, de and safe housing opportunities in . Washington County
A little preparation can help you make the best of a Job Fair. Sharpen your skills and competitive edge before the fair with these time-honored tips Dress for Success Dress as you would for an interview. Display a positive, can-do attitude Smile, make eye contact, and give
Tips for a Successful Job Fair a firm handshake.
Ask Questions About prospective jobs and application that your are willing and motivated to learn processes and grow Get the names of key contact personnel within targeted companies Know Yourself and Your Skills Take notes Develop a 20-second that includes your work background, related skills and train- Offer to complete an application during the fair OR ask when you could return a ing and areas of interest completed application in person End your introduction with a question for Ask when an interview might be possible the recruiter to help start a conversation Practice delivering your introduction slow- Establish a follow-up time to contact employers of interest ly and clearly, with enthusiasm and a smile Offer a copy of your resume or business Don't Ask About Salary or Benefits at card the Fair Research your targeted exhibitors before Focus on finding out more about the comyou attend the fair pany and prospective jobs. Establish how you would be an asset to the company Know the Schedule You Would be Available to Work Follow Up with Exhibitors If asked, be ready to tell the employer the Send a cover letter and another copy of days, times or shifts that you could possi- your resume. Tailor the documents to rebly work -and be as flexible as possible flect your conversation with the recruiter. Double-check spelling, especially of names. Collect Information from each exhibitor of interest. Talk to as many exhibitors as Being organized, prepared, personable and confident help you be memorable for all the possible right reasons.
Be courteous, polite and likable. Show
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