tag:www.westportlibrary.org,2009:/events//6 2009-06-23T16:42:10Z Movable Type Publishing Platform 4.01 http://www.westportlibrary.org/events/podcasts/itunes.xml tag:www.westportlibrary.org,2009:/events//6.1939 2009-11-14T10:00:00Z 2009-11-04T16:01:20Z

Saturday, November 14, 2009 11:00 am McManus Room New York Times personal-technology columnist David Pogue admits to having been a real skeptic at first about the social networking service Twitter. But he quickly became a Twitterphile after seeing a colleague...

Westport Public Library http://www.westportlibrary.org/newrecommend/pageturners.html Saturday, November 14, 2009
11:00 am
McManus Room

New York Times personal-technology columnist David Pogue admits to having been a real skeptic at first about the social networking service Twitter. But he quickly became a Twitterphile after seeing a colleague get obscure, needed information almost instantly by questioning his followers on Twitter. Pretty soon Pogue was a complete convert, and, not surprisingly given the lengthy roster of books he has already penned, a new title, The World According to Twitter, was in the works. Pogue will talk about Twitter itself and his new book, which, in fact, isn’t really about Twitter at all. Rather it’s a fascinating collection of some 2,500 clever and often hilarious tweets in reply to questions he posed to his “followers,” ranging from the earnest (When do you know the honeymoon’s over?) to the curious (Tell us the story of your tatoo) to the creative (Make up a phony Chinese proverb). In addition to Pogue’s weekly print column in The New York Times, he contributes an NYT online column and video and a popular daily blog, “Pogue’s Posts.” He is also an Emmy award-winning tech correspondent for CBS News and a best-selling author, with more than 3 million books in print. He wrote or co-wrote seven books in the Dummies series, and, in 1999, launched his own series of computer books called the Missing Manual series, which now totals more than 100 titles. He lives in Westport. Books will be available for purchase and signing. ]]> tag:www.westportlibrary.org,2009:/events//6.1904 2009-11-07T10:00:00Z 2009-11-06T15:09:15Z

Saturday, November 7 11:00 am McManus Room Information technology executive Mark Mathias, will teach the basics of LinkedIn, a business-oriented social networking site, including how to set up a profile, how to use LinkedIn as a tool for finding a...

Westport Public Library http://www.westportlibrary.org/newrecommend/pageturners.html Saturday, November 7
11:00 am
McManus Room

Information technology executive Mark Mathias, will teach the basics of LinkedIn, a business-oriented social networking site, including how to set up a profile, how to use LinkedIn as a tool for finding a job, and the etiquette of asking for and giving recommendations. He has 30+ years experience with both large and small companies. He is the technology columnist for Westport News and uses a variety of social media technologies for personal and business use. Mathias has been awarded "Industry MVP" and also named to Computerworld's inaugural list of "Premier 100 IT Leaders." ]]> tag:www.westportlibrary.org,2010:/events//6.1894 2010-01-13T10:00:00Z 2009-09-23T20:57:34Z

Wednesday, January 13, 2010 10:00 am McManus Room Learn about the excellent Library resources that will make you an informed jobseeker, and find out about the services offered by the Connecticut Department of Labor. Funded by Jerry A. Tishman....

Westport Public Library http://www.westportlibrary.org/newrecommend/pageturners.html Wednesday, January 13, 2010
10:00 am
McManus Room

Learn about the excellent Library resources that will make you an informed jobseeker, and find out about the services offered by the Connecticut Department of Labor. Funded by Jerry A. Tishman.]]> tag:www.westportlibrary.org,2009:/events//6.1870 2009-12-15T10:00:00Z 2009-09-30T19:52:53Z

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 10:00 am McManus Room Learn about the excellent Library resources that will make you an informed jobseeker. Michael Shavell of the CT Department of Labor will talk about the services and training offered by the department....

Westport Public Library http://www.westportlibrary.org/newrecommend/pageturners.html Tuesday, December 15, 2009
10:00 am
McManus Room

Learn about the excellent Library resources that will make you an informed jobseeker. Michael Shavell of the CT Department of Labor will talk about the services and training offered by the department. Funded by Jerry A. Tishman.]]> tag:www.westportlibrary.org,2009:/events//6.1869 2009-12-01T10:00:00Z 2009-09-23T15:05:14Z

Tuesday, December 1, 2009 9:30 am McManus Room Kristina Stevenson of the Connecticut Department of Labor will present this motivating session designed to develop coping strategies and stress busters during the job search. Get energized and stay positive on your...

Westport Public Library http://www.westportlibrary.org/newrecommend/pageturners.html Tuesday, December 1, 2009
9:30 am
McManus Room

Kristina Stevenson of the Connecticut Department of Labor will present this motivating session designed to develop coping strategies and stress busters during the job search. Get energized and stay positive on your journey to your next job. Advance registration requested. Call 203-291-4844 or email sschulman@westportlibrary.org. Funded by Jerry A. Tishman.]]> tag:www.westportlibrary.org,2009:/events//6.1868 2009-11-17T10:00:01Z 2009-09-30T20:18:07Z

Tuesday, November 17, 2009 10:00 am McManus Room Sara Hacala of Sara Hacala and Associates will discuss how following accepted rules of engagement will help jobseekers gain confidence as they connect with people in interviews, mingling sessions or other face-to-face...

Westport Public Library http://www.westportlibrary.org/newrecommend/pageturners.html Tuesday, November 17, 2009
10:00 am
McManus Room

Sara Hacala of Sara Hacala and Associates will discuss how following accepted rules of engagement will help jobseekers gain confidence as they connect with people in interviews, mingling sessions or other face-to-face meetings. Funded by Jerry A. Tishman.]]> tag:www.westportlibrary.org,2009:/events//6.1865 2009-11-03T10:00:00Z 2009-09-30T19:26:54Z

Tuesday, November 3, 2009 10:00 am McManus Room Learn about the excellent Library resources that will make you an informed jobseeker. Michael Shavell of the CT Department of Labor will talk about the services and training offered by the department....

Westport Public Library http://www.westportlibrary.org/newrecommend/pageturners.html Tuesday, November 3, 2009
10:00 am
McManus Room

Learn about the excellent Library resources that will make you an informed jobseeker. Michael Shavell of the CT Department of Labor will talk about the services and training offered by the department. Funded by Jerry A. Tishman.]]> tag:www.westportlibrary.org,2009:/events//6.1725 2009-10-21T09:00:01Z 2009-07-21T20:09:19Z

Wednesday, October 21 7:30 pm McManus Room Ian Kennedy of The Schegg Group will discuss how to develop your networking skills. Funded by Jerry A. Tishman....

Westport Public Library http://www.westportlibrary.org/newrecommend/pageturners.html Wednesday, October 21
7:30 pm
McManus Room

Ian Kennedy of The Schegg Group will discuss how to develop your networking skills. Funded by Jerry A. Tishman.]]> tag:www.westportlibrary.org,2009:/events//6.1724 2009-10-13T09:00:00Z 2009-09-10T16:31:00Z

Tuesday, October 13 10:00 am McManus Room Learn about the excellent Library resources that will make you an informed job seeker. Michael Shavel, experienced Career Development Specialist and Certified Professional Resume Writer, will review resumes of participants. For more information,...

Westport Public Library http://www.westportlibrary.org/newrecommend/pageturners.html Tuesday, October 13
10:00 am
McManus Room

Learn about the excellent Library resources that will make you an informed job seeker. Michael Shavel, experienced Career Development Specialist and Certified Professional Resume Writer, will review resumes of participants. For more information, e-mail ref@westportlibrary.org or call 203-291-4800. Funded by Jerry A. Tishman.]]> tag:www.westportlibrary.org,2009:/events//6.1723 2009-10-01T09:00:01Z 2009-06-23T20:35:28Z

Thursday, October 1 7:30 pm McManus Room What's the difference between a sound bite, elevator speech, commercial and Infomerical …and when to use them. Ron Drew, an experienced presenter on jobseeker topics, will discuss various targeted ways to communicate information...

Westport Public Library http://www.westportlibrary.org/newrecommend/pageturners.html Thursday, October 1
7:30 pm
McManus Room

What's the difference between a sound bite, elevator speech, commercial and Infomerical …and when to use them. Ron Drew, an experienced presenter on jobseeker topics, will discuss various targeted ways to communicate information about yourself and your experience in the job search process. Funded by Jerry A. Tishman.]]> tag:www.westportlibrary.org,2009:/events//6.1722 2009-09-15T09:00:00Z 2009-07-28T17:23:57Z

Tuesday, September 15 10:00 am McManus Room Jennifer Scott, founder of HireEffect will give a practical overview of tools such as LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter and show how to directly apply these tools to your job search. Items in the...

Westport Public Library http://www.westportlibrary.org/newrecommend/pageturners.html Tuesday, September 15
10:00 am
McManus Room

Jennifer Scott, founder of HireEffect will give a practical overview of tools such as LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter and show how to directly apply these tools to your job search. Items in the Library catalog on social networking. Funded by Jerry A. Tishman.]]> tag:www.westportlibrary.org,2009:/events//6.1701 2009-09-10T09:00:00Z 2009-07-13T14:47:41Z

Thursday, September 10 10:00 am McManus Room Learn about the excellent Library resources that will make you an informed job seeker. Terry Giegengack of the Westport Department of Human Services will be available to speak individually with anyone who may...

Westport Public Library http://www.westportlibrary.org/newrecommend/pageturners.html Thursday, September 10
10:00 am
McManus Room

Learn about the excellent Library resources that will make you an informed job seeker. Terry Giegengack of the Westport Department of Human Services will be available to speak individually with anyone who may have questions about the services that department provides. The Department's professional staff can discuss and assist job seekers with state, local and regional resources for medical insurance, housing matters, financial assistance, employment resources, personal support, and resources for youth, families, single adults, seniors, and people with disabilities. For more information, e-mail ref@westportlibrary.org or call 203-291-4800. Funded by Jerry A. Tishman.]]> tag:www.westportlibrary.org,2009:/events//6.1700 2009-09-22T09:00:00Z 2009-09-18T20:39:15Z

Tuesday, September 22 9:30 am McManus Room This workshop is now full. The workshop will also be offered at the Bridgeport office of the Connecticut Department of Labor in October. Contact Sylvia Schulman at sschulman@westportlibrary.org for more information. Learn about...

Westport Public Library http://www.westportlibrary.org/newrecommend/pageturners.html Tuesday, September 22
9:30 am
McManus Room

This workshop is now full. The workshop will also be offered at the Bridgeport office of the Connecticut Department of Labor in October. Contact Sylvia Schulman at sschulman@westportlibrary.org for more information. Learn about the hottest occupations and careers in Connecticut now and over the next 8 years. Michael Shavel of the CT Department of Labor will cover current wage and salary data, employment projections, jobs in demand, training requirements, and working conditions. He will also demonstrate the Department of Labor web site, including Job & Career Connection to learn about specific occupations, identify potential schools & training programs, and potential employers. This program is ideal for those enrolled in school, recent graduates, those seeking a career change or looking for immediate employment. Registration will begin Friday, August 28. Contact Sylvia Schulman at 203-291-4844 or sschulman@westportlibrary.org. Funded by Jerry A. Tishman.]]> tag:www.westportlibrary.org,2009:/events//6.1644 2009-07-22T09:00:00Z 2009-07-01T16:09:21Z

Wednesday, July 22 10:00 am McManus Room Learn about the excellent Library resources that will make you an informed job seeker and find out about the wide array of free services available to you at the CT Dept. of Labor....

Westport Public Library http://www.westportlibrary.org/newrecommend/pageturners.html Wednesday, July 22
10:00 am
McManus Room

Learn about the excellent Library resources that will make you an informed job seeker and find out about the wide array of free services available to you at the CT Dept. of Labor. For more information, e-mail ref@westportlibrary.org or call 203-291-4800. Funded by Jerry A. Tishman. ]]> tag:www.westportlibrary.org,2009:/events//6.1641 2009-07-08T09:00:01Z 2009-06-23T17:46:11Z

Wednesday, July 8 7:30 pm McManus Room Looking for a new job? Your phone interviewing skills could be the deciding factor in getting a live interview! Paul Bailo, founder and CEO of Phone Interview Pro, will talk about the importance...

Westport Public Library http://www.westportlibrary.org/newrecommend/pageturners.html Wednesday, July 8
7:30 pm
McManus Room

Looking for a new job? Your phone interviewing skills could be the deciding factor in getting a live interview! Paul Bailo, founder and CEO of Phone Interview Pro, will talk about the importance of the telephone interview for job candidates making an initial contact with prospective employers. Funded by Jerry A. Tishman.]]> tag:www.westportlibrary.org,2009:/events//6.1638 2009-08-11T09:00:00Z 2009-07-13T14:45:26Z

Tuesday, August 11 10:00 am McManus Room Learn about the excellent Library resources that will make you an informed job seeker. Sarah Cocker of the Westport Department of Human Services will be available to speak individually with anyone who may...

Westport Public Library http://www.westportlibrary.org/newrecommend/pageturners.html Tuesday, August 11
10:00 am
McManus Room

Learn about the excellent Library resources that will make you an informed job seeker. Sarah Cocker of the Westport Department of Human Services will be available to speak individually with anyone who may have questions about the services that department provides. The Department's professional staff can discuss and assist job seekers with state, local and regional resources for medical insurance, housing matters, financial assistance, employment resources, personal support, and resources for youth, families, single adults, seniors and people with disabilities. For more information, e-mail ref@westportlibrary.org or call 203-291-4800. Funded by Jerry A. Tishman.]]> tag:www.westportlibrary.org,2009:/events//6.1568 2009-06-11T09:00:00Z 2009-06-23T17:46:58Z

Thursday, June 11 10:00 am McManus Room Linda Franciscovich and Yolanda Caldera-Durant of Fairfield County Community Foundation will speak about the best strategies for obtaining foundation funding, avoiding common mistakes when applying to foundations, maintaining solid donor relations in a...

Westport Public Library http://www.westportlibrary.org/newrecommend/pageturners.html Thursday, June 11
10:00 am
McManus Room

Linda Franciscovich and Yolanda Caldera-Durant of Fairfield County Community Foundation will speak about the best strategies for obtaining foundation funding, avoiding common mistakes when applying to foundations, maintaining solid donor relations in a down economy, and current giving trends at foundations. Co-sponsored with Fairfield County Community Foundation. ]]> tag:www.westportlibrary.org,2009:/events//6.1539 2009-06-04T09:00:00Z 2009-06-23T16:42:10Z

Thursday, June 4 10:00 am McManus Room Steven Greenberg, CEO and founder of Jobs4Point0.com, will discuss how candidates aged 40 and above can find real jobs at great companies that value diversity of experience. His web site includes original job...

Westport Public Library http://www.westportlibrary.org/newrecommend/pageturners.html Thursday, June 4
10:00 am
McManus Room

Steven Greenberg, CEO and founder of Jobs4Point0.com, will discuss how candidates aged 40 and above can find real jobs at great companies that value diversity of experience. His web site includes original job opportunities with companies seeking experienced workers.

National Public Radio story on the website Jobs 4.0. Funded by Jerry A. Tishman. ]]>