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COMPUTER BASICS WORKSHOP RETURNS

Dennis Sullivan — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 18:09:06 +0000

Due to popular demand, the CRC will once again offer a two-day Computer Basics class on March 24th and 25th. Designed for the computer novice, this hands-on workshop teaches adult learners basic computer terminology and how to use menus and toolbars to navigate most software applications. The goal of this workshop is to help participants [...]

FREE* TAX PREPARATION SERVICE

Dennis Sullivan — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 18:07:53 +0000

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is available to eligible* Manchester area residents at the Community Resource Center. Tax assistants will be at the CRC on Friday, February 11th, and again on Friday, March 11th. Call 734-544-3053 in advance to make an appointment.

IRS trained volunteers will be on hand to prepare tax forms [...]

We the People…Realizing the Dream

Dennis Sullivan — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 17:07:38 +0000

We the People… Realizing the Dream? This is the theme for the University of Michigan 25th Annual Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Symposium. The event is for students in grades K-12 and will take place on Monday, January 17, 2011, from 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. on the University of Michigan Ann Arbor campus. [...]

Recycle Toner and Ink Cartridges through CRC

Dennis Sullivan — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 19:37:57 +0000

The Community Resource Center has partnered with Cartridge World in Ann Arbor to provide a win-win-win service in Manchester. Members of the community are invited to deposit used and unwanted ink and/or toner cartridges in the CW bin located in the CRC office in the Ackerson Building. Cartridge World will collect the donated cartridges, recycle [...]

Youth Can Spread Holiday Spirit to Children in Need

Dennis Sullivan — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 19:03:23 +0000

The holiday season is an opportunity to inspire kids to get involved in bringing positive change to their communities. From December 3-10, each time a child or teen takes the pledge to volunteer and joins generationOn, Hasbro will donate a toy to a child in need through the Toys for Tots Holiday Gift Campaign (up [...]

Manchester Youth Encouraged to Participate in The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards

Dennis Sullivan — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 18:24:14 +0000

Over the past 15 years, Prudential Spirit of Community Awards has been given to more than 90,000 middle and high school students across the country for helping the unfortunate, promoting health and safety, protecting the environment, and serving their community in many other volunteer activities.

These awards, sponsored by Prudential Financial, Inc. in partnership [...]

Visioning Day – a Successful Event for the CRC and the Community

Dennis Sullivan — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 16:27:02 +0000

On Saturday, October 2nd, a Visioning Day for the CRC took place. This event brought together community members and representatives of service organizations, churches and civic group for a brainstorming session.

The session was conducted by Anita Herman who led the group in a full day of activities. She facilitated [...]

Service Jam – Making the World Better Through Service

Dennis Sullivan — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 14:08:11 +0000

Join in on October 10th – 12th, 2010, for an important dialogue on “Service as a Solution.”

The Service Jam is an online event that will engage non-profit organizations, corporations, academic institutions, and government agencies in a discussion on how social innovation can help solve our world’s largest problems.

By bringing together prominent leaders, [...]

Making a Difference in Manchester

Dennis Sullivan — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 19:03:27 +0000

Meet Julianne Fengler. She is currently an intern at the Community Resource Center and is pictured in a German dirndl.

Julianne is from Cottbus, Germany and is in Manchester to study abroad as part of her university studies. This is her second trip to this area. The first time was as a High School exchange [...]

The Community Resource Center Looks to “Tackle Hunger” for September 11 National Day of Service

Dennis Sullivan — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 16:51:46 +0000

The Community Resource Center will “Tackle Hunger” by collecting food at the Food Pantry location through the month of September to honor the second-annual September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance. The “Tackle Hunger” food drive coincides with Hunger Action Month. According to the Food Bank Council of Michigan, more than 1.1 million residents [...]