Ready to tackle that home remodeling project you've been considering, but not sure where to start? Join us for this informative series of programs, presented by speakers from the Master Builders Association of King and Snohomish Counties.

Color Your Home

Presented by Wendy Albee
Gain confidence to introduce color, pattern and texture in your home with the help of an award-winning designer. Understand the language of color and how it impacts the way we feel in a space . Learn to combine colors and patterns to create cozy retreats to large, dramatic spaces. Find out the latest colors recommended for 2012. And gain lots of decorating tips and tricks!

MBA member Wendy Albee, founder of Albee Interior Design, is celebrating her tenth year in business. An award-winning designer, Wendy's firm offers an array of design services including space planning, remodeling, color consultation, and entire home or room-by-room transformations for both residential & commercial clients.

Tuesday, May 22, 7pm
Issaquah Library

Ten Things to Know When Designing a Bathroom

Presented by Wendy Albee
Thinking about a new bathroom? From lighting to tile to selecting toilets, you'll not want to miss this presentation by an award-winning designer. Lots of pictures of actual projects are used as examples as we walk through the simple 10 things you should know. Whether you are considering a small update or a master bathroom remodel, this presentation offers critical information and a new perspective for creating a well-designed bathroom. And you will gain a myriad of design tips and tricks!

Wendy Albee, founder of Albee Interior Design, is celebrating her tenth year in business. An award-winning designer, Wendy's firm offers an array of design services including space planning, remodeling, color consultation, and entire home or room-by-room transformations for both residential & commercial clients.

Thursday, May 31, 7pm
Issaquah Library

Work for Yourself

Shoreline Library

Usually meets the fourth Monday of each month, from 4pm-5:30pm
May 22 (Tuesday),
June 25 (Monday)
Do you think you wold like to start a business?  Wondering how to go about it?  Learn the resources that are available to you through the Small Business Administration, the steps in starting a business, how to write a business plan and how to do the necessary research, and more.  No need to sign up; drop in at your convenience.

These free workshops are sponsored in partnership with Washington Women's Business Center and Community Capital Development.

Presented in partnership with the King County Library System, WorkSource, and South Seattle Community College WorkSource.  Free to the public.

The New Job Search in the New Economy

In this workshop you will learn how to shift your approach to match the current environment and smooth your path to finding employment.  Topics covered include adjusting to the reality of the contemporary labor market, developing a work plan for a successful job search, networking, fundamentals of preparing a resume, where to find free quality career counseling, information on the top paying professions, acing the job interview, and where to find other job search resources.

Effective Resumes for the New Job Search

This hands-on workshop focuses on developing a resume that will get past the “10 second screen.”  Discover the keys to a successful resume and learn what employers are looking for.

Effective Networking for Employment

Participants will learn how to take their job goal and develop a comprehensive approach to professional networking.  Topics include myths of networking, developing a network “system”, the 4 core elements of networking information exchange, commonalties, and relationships.

Thursday, June 14, 7pm
Boulevard Park Library

Tuesday, June 26, 7pm
Woodinville Library

Mid-Life Career Changing in the New Economy  

This course is designed to help participants analyze and understand the problem of ‘Ageism’, how age discrimination affects their job search and most importantly what they can do to empower themselves and find meaningful work in this difficult job market. Along with specific focus on job search skills and resources, there will be a special emphasis on ‘mid-life career changes’ and ‘technology as a job search tool’.

Conducting Effective Interview Conversations in the New Economy

Job Interviews in the New Economy require preparation, presentation and passion. This Interviewing Workshop is designed to help you prepare and perform well in any job interview. The information here will help you develop your ‘Brand’ and be prepared to have a successful conversation with an employer. Specific focus will be spent on successfully answering behavioral based questions, appropriately connecting your values with the company culture and employing marketing skills such as your ’30 second elevator speech’ to make a great first impression.

Presenting Staff
Duncan G Burgess – Director WorkSource Affiliate South Seattle Community College
Duncan has 15 years higher education experience specializing in workforce development. Duncan in past years has been an executive recruiter and has worked with the League of Innovation, American Association of Community Colleges, and major government entities. On the industry side he has developed and run national industry funded programs in higher education for Microsoft, The Boeing Corporation, Thompson Learning, McGraw Hill, Prentice Hall, and Profsofttraining.com.  

Tanner Phillips Employment and Training Specialist – WorkSource Affiliate South Seattle Community College
 Tanner Phillips is an Employment Specialist who works for Neighborhood House at WorkSource Affiliate South Seattle Community College. He is a ‘bridge builder’ who helps connect people with training opportunities and employment. His experience includes over 5 years as a Trainer, 2 years as a Career Coach and Recruiter, extensive multicultural and international experience and a MA degree in Intercultural Conflict Management. The culmination of this experience instills in Tanner a profound passion for helping others acquire the knowledge and skills they need to be successful in their job search and careers.   

Paco Mesch – Workforce Coordinator South Seattle Community College
Paco has been an instructor at South Seattle Community College since 2008 teaching Business Information Technology courses.  Built into many of his courses are career-oriented materials including resume development, interview preparation, job/career search strategies and networking.  These applications come from his background in counseling psychology and career services.  Paco also works in the Worker Retraining Department as a liaison with community-based organizations for several professional-technical programs at South.  Prior to South, Paco worked as the Graduate Placement Manager at a technical school.  He earned his master of education degree with a focus on career services.

Italy!

Monday, June 4, 7pm
Kirkland Library

Always wanted to go to Italy, but don’t know where to start? Join Kerri Wood of Adventure On Travel to learn the tips and tricks to create your own Italian adventure of a lifetime. In this fun, informative program, learn the best ways to stay within your budget and maximize your precious vacation time. Experience Italy instead of just being another tourist and immerse yourself in this culturally rich country!

If you come, come prepared with all that's required to apply:

• Copy of Photo ID for head of household
• Copy of Social Security card for head of household, and Social Security number for all other eligible household members
• Proof of income for the last 30 days (pay stubs, letter from employer, etc.)
• If any, proof of dependent care costs (child care, daycare, etc.)
• If any, proof of medical expenses (medical bills, pharmacy receipts) for individuals who are disabled or over age 65

Assistance is provided by members of WithinReach, working to ensure optimal health for all families in Washington by connecting them to the programs, resources and information they need to build healthy families.

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