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Job Seeker Series

2019-10-15 10:00:00 2019-10-15 12:00:00 America/New_York Job Seeker Series Our Job Seekers Series will cover 8 hot topics that we feel are essential for a job seeker to know in today's competitive workforce. Garfield Heights Branch - Technology Learning Center (20)

Tuesday, October 15
10:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2019-10-15 10:00:00 2019-10-15 12:00:00 America/New_York Job Seeker Series Our Job Seekers Series will cover 8 hot topics that we feel are essential for a job seeker to know in today's competitive workforce. Garfield Heights Branch - Technology Learning Center (20)

Garfield Heights Branch

Technology Learning Center (20)

Our Job Seekers Series will cover 8 hot topics that we feel are essential for a job seeker to know in today's competitive workforce.

Job Seeker Series

How Motivate Yourself to Navigate Today's Job Search Process

WEEK #1 DESCRIPTION – Tuesday, September 17th, 2019

Whether you are a recent high school or college graduate, a job seeker who has recently loss your job, you want to make a career transition, or reenter the workforce after an extended break -- know that you are not alone! Change is inevitable throughout life, but sometimes your motivation can make it challenging for you to make your transition seamless. Since job searching is such an integral part of life, finding, losing, or obtaining it can take a toll on you. This session will help you get through the positive and negative motions of navigating today’s workforce so that you can become and remain motivated to make your next vocational move!

How to Thrive in a Multigenerational Workforce

WEEK #2 DESCRIPTION – Tuesday, September 24th, 2019

There are four distinct generations in today’s workforce. As a result, job seekers are competing with individuals of different ages for the same job who all bring varying levels of experience and skills to the workforce. In this session, there will be a discussion on how different generations define work, may have differing values, distinguishing characteristics and assets. We will also discuss how understanding these differences can help you as a job seeker better communicate across the generations and become a better co-worker or manager in your next job.

Leveraging Your Strengths, Skills, and Experience towards a New Job or Career

WEEK #3 DESCRIPTION - Tuesday, October 1st, 2019

Job seekers are often asked to explain who they are and what is important to them in their resumes, during job interviews, and when networking. Some find it a challenge because they have not yet defined what their strengths, skills, and experiences amount to professionally. In this session, participants will learn how to explore who they want to be in the workforce and how they capitalize on their strengths, skills, and experiences to help them be able to get the job or career they want.

What Do Employers Really Want from Job Seekers?

WEEK #4 DESCRIPTION – Evaluations and Celebration – Tuesday, October 8th, 2019

When looking for a job it is sometimes difficult to understand exactly what employers are looking for. Are employers seeking someone with practical experience or is education the primary desire? In this session, job seekers will learn how employers determine who they will bring in for an interview, and how they ultimately determine who is the best candidate for the job.

SERIES TWO

Tips for a Successful Job Search

WEEK #5 DESCRIPTION – Tuesday, October 15th, 2019

There are many ways to search for a job, but some ways may be more effective than others, depending on what field a person is in. In this session, job seekers will learn about popular local and national job search strategies, websites, professional networking groups and platforms, and about accessing the “hidden job market”. Another important factor is knowing what is in your own backyard. For example, healthcare is one of the top industries in the Cleveland area and makes up about 15% of all jobs. Job seekers will learn how to customize their job search towards employers they really want to work for, also, how to research companies so that they can stand-out during job interviews.

Effectively Networking Your Way to the Job You Want

WEEK #6 DESCRIPTION – Tuesday, October 22nd, 2019

Ever ask yourself, “Does networking really work?” Well research studies have shown that nearly 75% of job seekers obtain employment through networking. If this is true, you definitely want to know how to leverage connections and identify opportunities that will allow you to effectively network your way to a new job by using current tips and trends.

Creating Winning Cover Letters, Résumés, and LinkedIn Profiles

WEEK #7 DESCRIPTION – Tuesday, October 29th, 2019

Cover letters, résumés, and LinkedIn profiles, are among the most popular ways for job seekers to provide employers with details about their professional experiences, qualifications, and attainments. This session will cover basic information that one should know in order to make the best impression on recruiters, human resources, and hiring managers through their cover letter, résumé, and LinkedIn profile.

BREAK NOVEMBER 5TH

How to Effectively Improve your Interview Skills

WEEK #8 DESCRIPTION – Evaluations and Celebration – Tuesday, November 12th, 2019

Getting asked to interview is what all job candidates hope for. However, the mere thought of interviewing can be both exciting and anxiety-provoking. In this session, job seekers will learn what they need to do before, during and after the interview. Job seekers will also, have an opportunity to practice interviewing using the video recording studio

Garfield Heights Branch

[email protected]
Phone: 216.475.8178
Fax: 216.475.1015
Branch manager
Tony Furino

Hours
Mon, Mar 18 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Mar 19 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Mar 20 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Mar 21 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Mar 22 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Mar 23 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Mar 24 1:00PM to 5:00PM

Upcoming events

Tue, Mar 19, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Homework Center (80)
Kindergarten Club is for children entering kindergarten this fall who did not attend preschool, Head Start or a childcare center.

Tue, Mar 19, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (80)
Free homework help! We offer homework assistance, internet access, educational books and games, and PC and database access.

Tue, Mar 19, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays.

Tue, Mar 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us for an engaging in-person book discussion. Books will be available at the circulation desk one month before the discussion. Registration is recommended.

Tue, Mar 19, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!

Wed, Mar 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room
Join us for music and movement themed stories, songs, and activities.

Wed, Mar 20, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!

Wed, Mar 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Engage your imaginative self with open-ended art explorations. All materials are included.

Wed, Mar 20, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (80)
Free homework help! We offer homework assistance, internet access, educational books and games, and PC and database access.

Wed, Mar 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room B (40)
Make music in this educational group program.

Wed, Mar 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A (40)
We will use fun activities to build skills for kindergarten readiness. This event will be held in person.

Wed, Mar 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Innovation Center (40)
Learn about the equipment and software in the Innovation Centers throughout Cuyahoga County Public Library.

Thu, Mar 21, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A&B (80)
Boost your baby’s brain through play!
This event is full

Thu, Mar 21, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (80)
Free homework help! We offer homework assistance, internet access, educational books and games, and PC and database access.

Sat, Mar 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Technology Learning Center (20)
Are you a high school Senior, or an Adult Learner planning to attend college in the Fall or Spring of 2024-2025? If so, please join us to get help completing your FAFSA.

Sat, Mar 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Innovation Center (40)
Join us for an introduction to the embroidery machine in the Innovation Centers throughout Cuyahoga County Public Library.
This event is full

Sat, Mar 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us for an introduction to the embroidery machine in the Innovation Centers throughout Cuyahoga County Public Library.
This event is full

Mon, Mar 25, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (80)
Free homework help! We offer homework assistance, internet access, educational books and games, and PC and database access.

Tue, Mar 26, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (80)
Free homework help! We offer homework assistance, internet access, educational books and games, and PC and database access.

Tue, Mar 26, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Storytime Room
Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays.

Tue, Mar 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Innovation Center (40)
Learn the art of sublimation.
This event is full

Tue, Mar 26, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!

Wed, Mar 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room
Join us for music and movement themed stories, songs, and activities.

Wed, Mar 27, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!

Wed, Mar 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Engage your imaginative self with open-ended art explorations. All materials are included.

Wed, Mar 27, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (80)
Free homework help! We offer homework assistance, internet access, educational books and games, and PC and database access.

Wed, Mar 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Innovation Center (40)
Staff will be available to assist with projects at the Garfield Heights Innovation Center.

Thu, Mar 28, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A&B (80)
Boost your baby’s brain through play!
This event is full

Thu, Mar 28, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (80)
Free homework help! We offer homework assistance, internet access, educational books and games, and PC and database access.

Thu, Mar 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Video Recording Studio,Recording Studio
This program will be held virtually in ZOOM.

Mon, Apr 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A (40)
Join us on the first Monday of the month for a fun activity to start your week.

Mon, Apr 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Technology Learning Center (20)
The Library offers FREE tech training classes that cover digital literacy basics, Windows, Microsoft Office programs, digital imaging and cloud computing.

Mon, Apr 01, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (80)
Free homework help! We offer homework assistance, internet access, educational books and games, and PC and database access.

Tue, Apr 02, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (80)
Free homework help! We offer homework assistance, internet access, educational books and games, and PC and database access.

Tue, Apr 02, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Storytime Room
Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays.

Tue, Apr 02, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!

Wed, Apr 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room
Join us for music and movement themed stories, songs, and activities.

Wed, Apr 03, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!

Wed, Apr 03, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Cuyahoga County Public Library is collaborating with the Greater Cleveland Food Bank to distribute free, fresh produce to those in need.

Wed, Apr 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Engage your imaginative self with open-ended art explorations. All materials are included.

Wed, Apr 03, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (80)
Free homework help! We offer homework assistance, internet access, educational books and games, and PC and database access.

Wed, Apr 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A (40)
We will use fun activities to build skills for kindergarten readiness. This event will be held in person.

Thu, Apr 04, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A&B (80)
Boost your baby’s brain through play!
This event is full

Thu, Apr 04, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (80)
Free homework help! We offer homework assistance, internet access, educational books and games, and PC and database access.

Sat, Apr 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B (40)
Learn to make a tasty and simple recipe.

Mon, Apr 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A&B (80)
Learn about the total solar eclipse and how to safely view it.

Mon, Apr 08, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (80)
Free homework help! We offer homework assistance, internet access, educational books and games, and PC and database access.

Tue, Apr 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A&B (80)
Kindergarten Club is for children entering kindergarten this fall who did not attend preschool, Head Start or a childcare center.

Tue, Apr 09, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Innovation Center (40)
Explore new technologies while making cool things with The AV Club!

Tue, Apr 09, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (80)
Free homework help! We offer homework assistance, internet access, educational books and games, and PC and database access.

Tue, Apr 09, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Storytime Room
Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays.

Tue, Apr 09, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!

Wed, Apr 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room
Join us for music and movement themed stories, songs, and activities.

Wed, Apr 10, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!

Wed, Apr 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Engage your imaginative self with open-ended art explorations. All materials are included.

Wed, Apr 10, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (80)
Free homework help! We offer homework assistance, internet access, educational books and games, and PC and database access.

Wed, Apr 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Innovation Center (40)
Learn about the equipment and software in the Innovation Centers throughout Cuyahoga County Public Library.

Thu, Apr 11, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (80)
Free homework help! We offer homework assistance, internet access, educational books and games, and PC and database access.

Thu, Apr 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room B (40)
Explore strategies to defend yourself and your loved ones while navigating the online world.

Sat, Apr 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room B (40)
Participate in fun theater games, improvisation activities, character creation, storytelling and more!

Mon, Apr 15, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (80)
Free homework help! We offer homework assistance, internet access, educational books and games, and PC and database access.

Mon, Apr 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Innovation Center (40)
Join us for an introduction to the embroidery machine in the Innovation Centers throughout Cuyahoga County Public Library.
This event is full

Mon, Apr 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A&B (80)
Participate in fun sessions with rhymes, songs, games, movement, puppets, and stories in Spanish. This storytime is offered in Spanish, but the lead artist helps with transitions in English if needed.

Mon, Apr 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Innovation Center (40)
Join us for an introduction to the embroidery machine in the Innovation Centers throughout Cuyahoga County Public Library.
This event is full

Tue, Apr 16, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (80)
Free homework help! We offer homework assistance, internet access, educational books and games, and PC and database access.

Tue, Apr 16, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Storytime Room
Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays.

Tue, Apr 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Study Room 4
Join us for an engaging in-person book discussion. Books will be available at the circulation desk one month before the discussion. Registration is recommended.

Tue, Apr 16, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!

Wed, Apr 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room
Join us for music and movement themed stories, songs, and activities.

Wed, Apr 17, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!

Wed, Apr 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Engage your imaginative self with open-ended art explorations. All materials are included.

Wed, Apr 17, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (80)
Free homework help! We offer homework assistance, internet access, educational books and games, and PC and database access.

Wed, Apr 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room B (40)
Come join the fun and create at various stations of games, arts, and crafts.

Thu, Apr 18, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (80)
Free homework help! We offer homework assistance, internet access, educational books and games, and PC and database access.