Nutrition Links is a free program with Penn State Extension that features healthy eating tips covering smart shopping, food preparation, and delicious recipes. Topics include portion sizes, moving more, smart drink choices, meal planning, shopping on a budget, adding fruits and vegetables and safe food preparation. Participants will receive a certificate of completion for attending all six sessions. This free six-session course will be offered on Wednesdays, May 1 – June 5, 2024, from 10:00am – 12:00pm at the Corry Higher Education Council. Register at www.corryhied.org or call 814-664-9405. * To qualify to register for this program, you should be a parent or caregiver of a child 19 years or under who qualifies for free or reduced school lunch, WIC and/or SNAP Benefits or an independent adult age 25 and under who qualifies for SNAP Benefits and/or Food Pantry Boxes/Bags. 

This workshop equips participants with essential communication and problem-solving skills to enhance their ability to meet customer needs effectively. Attendees will learn to navigate customer interactions, handle inquiries, and cultivate positive relationships, fostering a customer-centric approach in their professional roles. Presented by: PA CareerLink

Jazz up your greeting cards, art projects, and murals by learning the art of calligraphy! Much more than the “art of beautiful handwriting,” calligraphy is the art of forming beautiful symbols and arranging them so that simple words now possess integrity, harmony, history, and rhythm. This 2- hour workshop accommodates beginners and novice calligraphists looking to perfect their art. The $30.00 cost of registration includes all materials needed for the workshop, including a 12” t-square, pencil, and beginner’s calligraphy pen set. The calligraphy workshop is scheduled at the Corry Higher Education Council on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, from 5:30p-7:30p. To register, call 814.664.9405 or visit www.corryhied.org

The past two years have created some challenges in holding people accountable.  We all went into survival mode during Covid and now pulling back and following the rules again hasn’t been easy.  When everyone isn’t held accountable to the same rules and expectations morale takes a significant hit.  So how do we get back to holding ourselves and others accountable?

Participants will also receive a copy of the book, Winning with Accountability by Henry J. Evans for additional learning and application.

*Content from Development Dimensions International (DDI), an international human resources and leadership development firm.

Register here 

https://nwirc.org/events/creating-a-culture-of-accountability/

Calling all grant writers!! Don’t miss this amazing FREE opportunity to sharpen your grant writing skills during this three-part series for basic grant writing. Participants will be introduced to all aspects of the grant writing process. Session one will address grant writing myths, terminology, and standard organizational documents, information, and support materials needed for many grants. This series is designed for staff and volunteers of nonprofit organizations interested in learning more about writing grants. Each of the three sessions will have a different topic – attend one or all three sessions (*Attending ALL sessions for more effective grant writing is HIGHLY advised):

• May 16: Organizational Readiness        
• May 23: Basic Grant Application Components        
• May 30: Identifying Funding Opportunities

Each session will be on Thursdays starting May 16 through May 30 (three sessions total) from 5p – 6p at the Corry Higher Education Council. To register for the FREE grant writing sessions, please visit the Corry Hi-Ed website: www.corryhied.org, call 814.664.9405 or stop by at 221 N. Center Street in Corry. 

Choosing a Medicaid plan doesn't have to be difficult. Lawanda Johnson of the PA Enrollment Assistance Program (PA-EAP) will be presenting information for Medical Assistance (MEDICAID)-eligible consumers including reviewing eligibility, the enrollment and transfer processes, and HealthChoices options and resources. Bring your questions about health plans, doctors and medical specialists in the area. The free information session will be held Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 5 p.m. at the Corry Higher Education Council. Register now at https://corryhied.com/ or by calling 814-664-9405. *Please note this is a different program than CHC (Community Health Choices), which is the program for people receiving both Medicaid AND Medicare!

Kickoff Rural Entrepreneur Week by attending a networking mixer with other local entrepreneurs and startups at Before the Barrel Distillery (11 S. Center St., Corry) on Monday, May 20, 2024, from 4:30p - 6:30p. Hear from local entrepreneurs Bernie Blore with Before the Barrel Distillery and Betsy Grinder with Your Daily Serving as they share their entrepreneurial journeys. Participation will include two drink tickets (21+  only) with a cash bar and catering by Your Daily Serving. To register for any or all five free events during Rural Entrepreneur Week, please visit the Corry Hi-Ed website www.corryhied.org or call 814.664.9405.

Founder and CEO of Rush-In-Motivation, Greg Rushin, will speak on overcoming obstacles and starting your own business during a "lunch & learn" at the Corry Hi-Ed. Lunch will be provided by local Corry business, Twisted Sisters. To register for any or all five free events during Rural Entrepreneur Week, please visit the Corry Hi-Ed website www.corryhied.org or call 814.664.9405.