AL WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS September 22nd – September 28th

2-day Career Search Tools Part I (Basic) 
Community Event !!!

Admission: Free
Audience: Anyone may attend

Day One
Basic Computer Skills Training
Participants will learn basic computer functions such as turning a computer on and off, starting and closing programs and finding help if needed. The workshop also covers using word processing programs, email and searching the Internet.
Basic Resume Writing
Learn to create an attractive and effective resume. Pre-requisite: You must bring a copy of your most recent resume OR complete the Sample Employment Application which you can find in the Career Center.
Completing a Job Application
Gain a better understanding of the importance of completing all questions on a job application.

Date: Monday, September 22, 104
Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm
Location: JobLink, 1900 Beauregard St. (Map This)

Contact: Betty Sewell
Email: Betty.Sewell@alexandriava.gov
Phone: 703.746.5890

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GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY TRANSFER INFORMATION SESSION
AL Campus  Event !!!

MASON’S ADMISSION REPRESENTAVIES WILL BE VISITING THE nova Alexandria Capus to discuss transfer and admission requirements. All student, faculty & staff are welcome.

Date: Monday, September 22, 2014
Time: 12:30pm – 2:00pm
Location: AA196

Contact: Michael Donnelly
Email: mdonnelly@nvcc.edu

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2-day Career Search Tools Part II (basic)
Community Event !!!

Admission: Free
Audience: Anyone may attend

Day Two
Job Search
Finding a good position can be challenging. In this workshop, you will learn search strategies that will enable you to find job openings via the Internet, networking and professional associations.
Job Search Using Social Media
Having a social media presence is one way to market yourself, to develop networking connections, to join groups and be connected to resources in your field (s) of interest, and to be accessible to others who are seeking a person with your skills, qualifications, interests, and expertise.
Dress for Success
When interviewing for a job, first impressions are critical. This workshop offers techniques and simple steps that will assist job seekers in dressing for an interview.
The Art of Interviewing
The perfect workshop for those with little experience interviewing or have not interviewed in a while. Topics covered are: before the interview – preparation, proper attire, what to take; during the interview – body language, common interview questions, do’s & don’ts; closing the interview– asking questions, next steps in the process, follow-up practices.

Date: Tuesday, September 23, 104
Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm
Location: JobLink, 1900 Beauregard St. (Map This)

Contact: Betty Sewell
Email: Betty.Sewell@alexandriava.gov
Phone: 703.746.5890

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Baseball Boat: Nats vs. Mets
Community Event !!!

Admission: $25 Round-trip; $15One-way

Skip the traffic and ride our baseball boat to a game at the Washington Nationals Stadium, located in Southeast Washington D.C.
Free Parking Pass with On-Line Ticket Purchase!
For more schedule and more information, visit BaseballBoat.com

Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2014
Time: 6:00pm
Location: Potomac Riverboat Company
1 Cameron Street
Alexandria VA 22314

Phone: 703-684-0580

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How Can I Keep My Financial Aid?
AL Campus  Event !!!

PRESENTERS:   Shirley Delgado, SAP Advisor (sdelgado@nvcc.edu), Abid Mahmood, Open Computer Lab Supervisor, and Brian Yeagley (byeagley@nvcc.edu), Academic Advisor
I have financial aid, now what?  Have you ever asked yourself how can I keep my financial aid while taking classes at NOVA?  What are their expectations?
Come to this workshop and find out what it takes to meet Satisfactory Academic Progress.  Listen to real life experiences.  Get ready to be inspired.

Date: Wednesday, September 2014
Time: 1:00pm – 2:30pm
Location: AA158

Phone: 703-933-5073

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Ninth Annual Send a Kid to Camp Golf Classic
Community Event !!!

Fees: $99for individual players; $396 for a foursome. Prepayment is required
Audience: Anyone may attend
The Send a Kid to Camp Golf Classic is a charity event established to continue to send Alexandria City youth to the Alexandria Police Youth Camp, located in Kilmarnock, VA. Entry fee includes unlimited range balls (on hour prior to start), green fees, card, continental breakfast, post-play BBQ reception, beverage cart on the course, gift bag and raffle prizes.

Date: Thursday, September 25, 2014
Time: 7:30am – 4:30pm
Location: Old Hickory Golf Club (Map This)
Woodbridge, VA, Old Hickory Golf Club is a Premier Upscale Golf Course, Wedding and Banquet facility in the area.

Phone: 703-930-2521

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Tower of Power
Community Event !!!

Admission: $55

Tower of Power is an American R&B-based horn section and band, originating in Oakland, California, that has been performing since 1968.

Date: Thursday, September 25, 2014
Time: 7:30pm
Location: Birchmere
3701 Mount Vernon Avenue
Alexandria VA 22305

Phone: 703-549-7500

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Jazz Supper Under the Stars
Community Event !!!
 
Admission: $30 at gate. Cash bar, tables available

Join us for Jazz Supper Under the Stars with Al Williams Trio. Dinner from Hard Time Cafe – best Chili in Town! Jazz by Al Williams Jazz Trio and Friends. Cash bar (Beer and wine, water and sodas). Hard Times Chili, Alexandria Cupcakes, wine by Vermilion, sangria from Waterfront Market, Port City beer. Celebrity bartender Delegate Rob Krupicka.

Date: Friday, September 26, 2014
Time: 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Location: King Street Gardens Park
18060King Street & Diagonal Road
Alexandria Virginia 22314
Phone: 703-683-0333

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10th Anniversary Sale at Vintage Mirage
Community Event !!!

Join us in celebrating our 10th Anniversary! Tons of sales on our unique designer consignments and vintage jewelry, clothing and accessories.

Dates: Saturday, September 27, 2014
Sunday, September 28, 2014
Times: Sat 11am-6pm, Sunday noon-5pm
Location: Elinor Coleman’s Vintage Mirage
117 South Columbus Street
Alexandria VA 22314

Phone: 703-535-8200

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Nativity Preview Party at Ten Thousand Villages
Community Event !!!

On Sunday, September 28, at 6:30 pm we’re having a Nativity Preview Party, when customers can see – and purchase – the new 2014 nativities and enjoy seasonal refreshments. If you miss the preview you’ll have to wait until November!

Date: Sunday, September 28, 2014
Time: 6:30pm – 8:00pm
Location: Ten Thousand Villages
915 King Street

Alexandria VA 22314

Phone: 703-684-1435

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