Classes in forklift training, finances, and more

Thanks, Debbie, for sharing this helpful info:

Atlanta Workforce Development with the Atlanta Technical College has developed some short term curriculums that will engage residents in promoting job readiness, expose them academically to various career fields, and enhance their resumes with a credential. These include: Forklift training, Financial Literacy, Business Entrepreneurship, Introduction to the Healthcare Profession, and Introduction to the Childcare Profession. October 19, 2009, Atlanta Workforce Development Agency, Rm. 240, 10am -12:30pm. Contact Phinda Traore - Hillmon, 818 Pollard Blvd., Atlanta, GA 30315, (404)230-1195.


Literacy Action offers free Saturday classes for ADULTS who want help with GED preparation and computer skills, October 31 through December 19. Class times are from 9 am to 12 noon. Students must be 18 years of age or older. The only cost is a $15 testing fee. Call 404-818-READ (7323) or visit literacyaction.

New month, new meeting days & times

GEN-ers, don't forget that tomorrow, Sept. 1, our meeting days, times and locations are changing! We'll begin meeting every Tuesday from 7:30 to 9 a.m. at First Presbyterian, and every Thursday from 7 to 8:30 pm at First United Methodist. We're excited to have our friends at FUMC join us!

Marsi, one of the leaders/facilitators at FUMC's GEN, wants everyone to know that childcare WILL BE AVAILBLE at FUMC on Thursday nights.

Parents, please bring your children to the meeting room, Huffine Hall, and you'll be directed from there. There is no charge.

See you tomorrow and/or on Thursday!