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For corrections or suggestions for events
to be added to our calendar, contact Communications
Coordinator Craig Bailey
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When
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May 9, 2008 |
Where
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Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Hanover, NH
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What
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Resolving legal barriers to safe, permanent housing in New Hampshire and Vermont.
The Institute on Homelessness and Trauma and the Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) are bringing national and local legal experts together to address the tough legal barriers encountered by those seeking safe, affordable housing.
For agency supervisors, CoC partners, and others involved in resolving homelessness.
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jwhitaker@vdh.state.vt.us |
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May 9, 2008
5:00 PM-8:00 PM |
Where
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Lake and College Building, Burlington, VT
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What
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A fundraiser for HomeShare Vermont, including tastes from around the globe by Single Pebble, Leunig's Bistro, Three Tomatoes Trattoria and Big Chili Republic.
Silent auction includes two sets of Boston Red Sox tickets. Live music.
Sponsored by: Century 21 Jack Associates, South Burlington; Vermont Housing Finance Agency, Burlington; The Law Offices of Fred Peet; and Merchants Trust Co.
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Cost
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$35
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Becky, 802.863.5625, bahomeshare@gmail.com |
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When
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May 10-11, 2008 |
Where
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Gutterson Athletic Center, UVM, Burlington, VT
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What
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Vermont's first Going Green energy and eco-living exposition. Learn more about environmental construction in the Green Building and Design Zone. Discover the latest in sustainable clothing at the Eco-Fashion Show.
Are you curious about a specific topic of conservation? Explore dozens of workshops taking place throughout the weekend.
Story time for the kids, free Ben & Jerry's ice cream and a musical puppet show in the Green Kids Zone, all made possible by a team of sponsors dedicated to doing good while doing well, including Host Sponsor groSolar.
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Kellie Cavagnaro, 603.491.6177, kellie@goinggreenexpos.com, http://www.goinggreenexpos.com |
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When
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May 10, 2008
7:00 PM-9:00 PM |
Where
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Green Mountain Christian Center, 440 Main St., Bennington, VT
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What
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Free benefit concert to support the Bennington Coalition for the Homeless.
Featuring "Reunion," a self-supporting, non-denominational band based in Rutland, offering country-gospel music ministry.
Please bring an item of non-perishable food. A free-will offering will be taken.
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Cost
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Free
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Kendy, sixbankst@comcast.net |
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When
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May 14, 2008
5:30 PM-7:30 PM |
Where
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KeyBank Taft Corner Branch, 300 Interstate Corporate Center, Williston, VT
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What
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Guest Speakers:
*Erin Perrin-Homeownership Outreach Coordinator,VHFA
*Tim Poirier-KeyBank Mortgage Advisor-Mortgage Programs for First Time Homebuyers
Learn how you can become a homeowner at this homebuyer's seminar.
Space is limited. Please register.Refreshments will be served.
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Cost
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FREE
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Anne Brassard, KeyBank, 802.660.4205 |
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When
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May 16, 2008 |
Where
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Chamber of Commerce, Berlin, VT
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What
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The workshop will be presented by Andy Shapiro of Energy Balance Inc. Andy has provided energy and other green building design consulting services for 25 years. He is also the Scientist-in-the-Classroom for the Vermont Energy Education Program, training teachers and students from elementary to high school since 1994. He holds an Engineering degree from Brown University and is the author of a number of energy-related publications.
The workshop will be held at the Central Vermont Chamber of Commerce in Berlin.
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Rick DeAngelis, VHCB, 802.828.3526, rdeangelis@vhcb.org |
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When
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May 17-20, 2008 |
Where
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Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa, 3800 E. Sunrise Dr., Tucson, AZ
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What
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Training for HFAs and their affiliate partners.
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http://www.ncsha.org |
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May 19, 2008
1:00 PM-3:00 PM |
Where
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St. Albans, VT
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What
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To reinforce or create local networking between housing and service agencies. With the increased needs of residents and very limited resources, bringing together housing and human services professionals is an important step in developing regional solutions.
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Cathy Voyer, Agency of Human Services, cathyv@ahs.state.vt.us |
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May 20, 2008
8:30 AM-10:30 AM |
Where
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Northwestern Medical Center, 156 Fairfield Street Confrence Room 1, St. Albans, VT
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What
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Learn about VHFA's recent underwriting changes regarding 100% financing, types of properties, interrest rates, cash assistance, manufactured housing, and other questions you may have.
Instructors:
Erin Perrin, VHFA Outreach Coorfinator
Cheryl Ducharme, Rural Development Business Program Specialist
Registration & Light Breakfast: 8:30-9am
Class 9-10:30
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Cost
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FREE
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New England Federal Credit Union, 802.879.8777, kehaya@nefu.com, http://www.nefcu.com |
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When
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May 27, 2008
11:30 AM-1:30 PM |
Where
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Springfield, VT
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What
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To reinforce or create local networking between housing and service agencies. With the increased needs of residents and very limited resources, bringing together housing and human services professionals is an important step in developing regional solutions.
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Cathy Voyer, Agency of Human Services, cathyv@ahs.state.vt.us |
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May 29, 2008
9:00 AM-2:00 PM |
Where
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St. Albans, VT
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What
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Come see how St. Albans became a Vermont success story, by reclaiming its historic buildings and reinvesting in its downtown.
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Amanda, 802.229.9111, http://www.vtcda.org |
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June 4, 2008
9:00 AM-10:30 AM |
Where
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New England Federal Credit Union, 141 Harvest Lane Member Education Center, Williston, VT
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What
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Learn about VHFA's recent underwriting changes regarding 100% financing, types of properties, interrest rates, cash assistance, manufactured housing, and other questions you may have.
Instructors:
Erin Perrin, VHFA Outreach Coorfinator
Registration & Light Breakfast: 8:30-9am
Class 9-10:30
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Cost
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FREE
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New England Federal Credit Union, 802.879.8777, kehaya@nefcu.com, http://www.nefcu.com |
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When
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September 9, 2008
9:00 AM-4:30 PM |
Where
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Northhampton-Springfield, MA
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What
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A workshop in which participants are provided with the skills to prepare a grant application, including the development of a program design and evaluation plan. The workshop will consist of didactic instruction, exercises, and the provision of handouts and other resources. It would be helpful for workshop participants to review the Grant and Per Diem application materials prior to registering for the workshop and come with questions and concerns.
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http://homelessvetprovidertac.net/ |
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When
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November 18, 2008 |
Where
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Sheraton Hotel & Conference Center, Williston Road, South Burlington, VT
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What
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Vermont's biennial gathering of housing professionals.
Keynote speaker: Michelle Kennedy of Chelsea, Vt., author of "Without a Net: Middle Class and Homeless (with Kids) in America."
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Cost
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$40 before Oct. 17; $50 after
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John Fairbanks, VHFA, 802.652.3424, jfairbanks@vhfa.org, http://www.vhfa.org/conference |
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