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Upcoming Library Programs
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Resume Workshops @ the Pasco Libraries
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Are you looking for a job? Need help with your resume?
We have the answers to your questions! The Pasco County Library System and Career Central are teaming up to present workshops at each branch of the library system which will help you create a professional resume. Workshops will be held at each branch of the library system on the following dates and times:
January 7 @ 6 pm, Regency Park, 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey
January 19 @ 2 pm, Centennial Park, 5740 Moog Road, Holiday
Janauary 21 @ 4 pm, Land O’Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Pkwy, Land O’Lakes
January 28 @ 10 am, Hugh Embry, 14215 Fourth Street, Dade City
February 18 @ 6 pm, New River, 34032 SR 54, Zephyrhills
February 24 @ 6 pm, South Holiday, 4649 Mile Stretch Dr., Holiday
February 25 @ 2 pm, Hudson Library, 8012 Library Road, Hudson
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Exhausted Your Unemployment Benefits?- December 29, 2009
Have you exhausted your Florida unemployment compensation benefits? There is a possibility that your benefits will be extended. See the information below from the Florida unemployment website- www.fluidnow.com
"On November 6, 2009, the president signed legislation expanding Emergency Unemployment Compensation (EUC) eligibility. The bill, known as The Worker, Homeownership, and Business Assistance Act of 2009, does the following:
- Creates up to 20 weeks of additional unemployment benefits for workers who have exhausted all federal Emergency Unemployment Compensation benefits or will exhaust by the week ending December 26, 2009.
- Increases the maximum EUC Tier II from 13 weeks to 14 weeks of benefits in all states; this Tier is no longer tied to the state reaching a specified level of unemployment
- Creates an EUC Tier III to provide up to 13 additional weeks of benefits in states with a total unemployment rate of at least 6 percent
- Creates an EUC Tier IV to provide up to 6 additional weeks of benefits in states with a total unemployment rate of at least 8.5 percent"
To determine if you are eligble, go to www.fluidnow.com and click on the blue box that states "Check for Potential Emergency Unemployment Compensation EUC Tier III Eligibility." You will need your social security number to determine if you are eligible.
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Internet: What's in it for you - for Seniors
The Internet opens doors to all types of information and modes of communication. E-government (electronic government) is a perfect example of this. The amount of information and services provided via the Internet is growing exponentially. Families who live miles apart can communicate daily via Skype, email, Facebook, and MySpace. Videos and pictures of new babies, weddings and anniversaries can be shared almost instantaneously. Join us at your local library as we explore: why you would want to know how to navigate the Internet, places you can go to learn how to use a computer, and the many of the wonderful services and programs that will be at the end of your fingertips once you learn to use a computer to navigate the Internet.
Wednesday, Jan 13th @ 2:00 pm
Centennial Park Library, 5740 Moog Road, Holiday
Thursday, January 14th @ 2:00 p.m.
Land O’Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, Land O’Lakes
Thursday, January 28th @ 2:00 p.m.
Hugh Embry Library,14215 Fourth Street, Dade City
Wednesday, February 3 @ 2:00 p.m.
Hudson Library, 8012 Library Road, Hudson, FL 34667
Tuesday, February 9 @ 2:00 p.m.
New River Library, 34043 S. R. 54, Zephyrhills
Tuesday, February 16 @ 2:00 p.m.
Regency Park Library, 9701 Little Road, New Port Richey
Thursday, February 25 @ 2:00 p.m.
South Holiday Library, 4649 Mile Stretch Drive, Holiday
For more information call your local branch or the E-Government Services Manager at 727-861-3040 more -
Another million for Pasco Homebuyers - December 1, 2009
Pasco County Community Development has another one million dollars available to provide homebuyer assistance. The County has received loan repayments over the last year which are now available to help people buy homes in Pasco County. Funds can be used for downpayment and closing cost assistance (sales price up to $240,000). To qualify buyers must meet eligibility requirements. These funds are not available for homes bought through the Neighborhood Stabilization Program. Contact Pasco County Community Development at (727) 834-3445 New Port Richey or (352) 521-4274 ext. 4595 Dade City or (813) 996-7342 ext. 3445 Land O Lakes for more information.
Source: St. Petersburg Times
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Toys for Tots - November 26, 2009
Marine Corps Reserve Units located throughout the nation conduct toy collection and distribution campaigns in the communities near their Reserve Centers each year, so they can provide toys to needy children.
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Pasco County Toys for Tots is currently collecting toys for Pasco families there are several drop off locations throughout Pasco County, If you know of a family that could benefit from this program you can contact Pasco's Toys for Tots organizers.
If you know of a family that needs food or other basic necessities you can call Pasco United Way at 211.
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Green Jobs Coming to Florida?
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Florida has received a $1.25 million dollar American Recovery and Reinvestment Act grant to help the state develop green jobs. The grant funds are to be used to identify and classify the number of green jobs in the state and the skills needed to fill those jobs. The Agency for Workforce Innovation will work with companies on designing training programs to meet the needs of the emerging green economy.
While Florida has received these funds, Pasco County has adopted a new strategic plan. Two related goals of the strategic plan are to protect the environment and to encourage job and economic growth. Sounds like Pasco County government is establishing a favorable climate for green businesses in Pasco County. The County government is working closely with the Pasco Economic Development Council, Inc. to foster business development in Pasco County. -
Am I eligible or Do I qualify?
Are you wondering if you qualify for benefits?
One way to find out is to apply and let the agency determine if you are eligible. Some agencies provide you information so you can determine this yourself. For example, the Access Florida website has a pre-screening tool that you can use to help you determine if you qualify. Other agencies provide you with the eligibility criteria so that you can compare your income to their criteria. For example, the SafeLink "How to Qualify" website provides information regarding eligibility including letting you know that your total household income must be at or below 135% of the poverty guidelines set by your State and/or the Federal Government to qualify. The Florida KidCare website also provides eligibility guidelines. Most government websites will provide you with eligibility information.
Also, remember if you are denied benefits, most agencies have a method for you to appeal the decision. Generally, this information is sent to you when you receive your eligibility notice.
If you have any questions about how to find out what the eligibilty criteria is for a particular agency or information about how to appeal a decision you can call the library. We're here to help. more
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