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, in-person course will be offered on Mondays starting February 23, 2026, through Monday, March 30, 2026, from 5:30pm – 7:00pm at the Corry Higher Education Council. Register at www.corryhied.org or call 814-664-9405.

**Zoom meeting option will be offered if in-person class is cancelled due to inclement weather conditions. Participants will be notified as much in advance as possible and will be emailed a link for a virtual meeting.

**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. 

During this series of three one-hour sessions, participants will learn about planning, evaluation, and budgeting for grant proposals, as well as the ins and outs of the grant review process. Designed for staff and volunteers of nonprofits interested in learning more about writing grants, session topics are:

March 4: Creating & Using Logic Models - Session one of the three-part Advanced Grant Writing Workshop will provide an overview of logic models and how to create and use a logic model in project planning.

March 11: Evaluation & Budget Planning - Session two of the three-part Advanced Grant Writing Workshop will focus on developing meaningful evaluation strategies and tools and preparing realistic and thoughtful budgets - key pieces to any grant application.

March 18: Understanding the Grant Review Process - In this final session of the Advanced Grant Writing Workshop, participants will learn about grant review processes, include peer review and assessment rubrics.

Preregister for one, two, or all three sessions of this FREE three-part series! All sessions will be held from 5:30p-6:30p at the Corry Higher Education Council. Preregistration required by visiting www.corryhied.org or by calling 814-664-9405.

Join us for "Numbers in Action: From Trends to Tactics," a dynamic presentation by Zachary Williams, CPA, CMA, CFE, Assistant Teaching Professor of Accounting. This engaging session is designed for business leaders, managers, and professionals eager to enhance their financial analysis skills and drive smarter decisions with Excel. Attendees will learn how to recognize financial trends, clarify lending requirements, evaluate major investments, and leverage Excel’s advanced features—including pivot tables, trend analysis, and capital budgeting tools. Discover how to identify risks and opportunities, protect your business with loan covenant insights, and sharpen your data-driven decision-making. Whether aiming to benchmark against industry standards or unlock the full potential of your financial data, this event offers actionable takeaways for anyone invested in building resilient, profitable organizations.

This presentation will be held on Thursday, March 12, 2026, from 5:30p-7p at the Corry Higher Education Council. The cost to attend is $25 to attend. To register for the presentation, please visit https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/UGGP4UeC8J 

The deadline to register is March 9th, 2026. 

During this series of three one-hour sessions, participants will learn about planning, evaluation, and budgeting for grant proposals, as well as the ins and outs of the grant review process. Designed for staff and volunteers of nonprofits interested in learning more about writing grants, session topics are:

March 4: Creating & Using Logic Models - Session one of the three-part Advanced Grant Writing Workshop will provide an overview of logic models and how to create and use a logic model in project planning.

March 11: Evaluation & Budget Planning - Session two of the three-part Advanced Grant Writing Workshop will focus on developing meaningful evaluation strategies and tools and preparing realistic and thoughtful budgets - key pieces to any grant application.

March 18: Understanding the Grant Review Process - In this final session of the Advanced Grant Writing Workshop, participants will learn about grant review processes, include peer review and assessment rubrics.

Preregister for one, two, or all three sessions of this FREE three-part series! All sessions will be held from 5:30p-6:30p at the Corry Higher Education Council. Preregistration required by visiting www.corryhied.org or by calling 814-664-9405.

Presented by the Autism Society of Northwestern PA, Executive Director Tish Barlett offers an informative and insightful training session. This session is designed to highlight the immense value of integrating individuals with Autism into professional teams. Participants will gain an understanding of key autism spectrum traits, learning how to recognize and appreciate diverse talents and perspectives. This training offers practical guidance on creating an inclusive environment that celebrates neurodiversity, fostering innovation, and enhancing teamwork by unlocking the often-overlooked potential within employees on the spectrum. Join us to discover how embracing neurodiversity can transform your workplace culture and drive meaningful success.

The free training will be held on Wednesday, March 18, 2025, from 6p-7:30p at the Corry Higher Education Council. To register, please visit www.corryhied.org or call 814.664.9405. 

Building on its history of aquatic research and education, Gannon launched Project NePTWNE in mid-2022. Project NePTWNE, which stands for Nano and Polymer Technologies for Water Networks of Erie, is an initiative focused on water quality and economic revitalization through the three pillars of MEASUREMENT, MITIGATION, and MANUFACTURING. The newly opened Center for Lake Erie Education and Research (CLEER) within the waterfront Blasco Library serves as the cornerstone for the Project NePTWNE initiative by providing an educational outreach space that will highlight local measurements leading to mitigation through a more informed public. Come learn more about Project NePTWNE from its inaugural director, Dr. Sherri “Sam” Mason.

This presentation will be held on Thursday, March 19, 2026, from 5:30p-7p at the Corry Higher Education Council. The cost is $5 to register. To register, please visit www.corryhied.org or call 814-664-9405.

Dr. Sherri A. Mason (aka “Sam”) earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas at Austin. She completed her doctorate in Chemistry at the University of Montana as a NASA Earth System Science scholar. Her research group was among the first to study the prevalence and impact of plastic pollution within freshwater ecosystems. She currently serves as the Director of Project NePTWNE at Gannon University.

Certified instructor Melissa Turben will lead an upcoming training for CPR & First Aid certification through the Emergency Care & Safety Institute.  Topics to be covered will include causes of heart attacks and strokes with necessary First Aid, diabetic emergencies, seizures, and heat/cold emergencies. AED and community Hands-Only CPR training will be provided, with mouth-to-mouth CPR to be discussed. Training and certifications meet job-related requirements as defined by regulatory authorities such as OSHA, The Joint Commission, and state offices of EMS, Education, Transportation, and Health. CPR & First Aid Certification Training will be held on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, from 4p-8p at the Corry High School Career & Technology Center.  The cost is $50. A CPR/First Aid pocket field guide will be included in the cost of the class.  Participants must be at least age 15 and be accompanied by an adult if under 18. Seating is limited. Register at www.corryhied.org or call 814-664-9405.

Presented by the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA).

Trying to figure out how to pay for college? Are your parents on your case about applying to colleges? Going to college next year? Did you know that nearly two-thirds of students receive some type of financial aid for college? Students and parents are welcome to attend our Financial Aid Night on March 25, 2026, to learn about the different types of aid that are available. Parents and students will learn how to apply for all types of financial aid, including completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®), which is required to determine eligibility for most student aid programs, such as the Pennsylvania State Grant, Federal Pell Grant, institutional awards, and federal student and parent loans. Participants will also be briefed on Pennsylvania-specific aid programs, as well as the importance of minimizing student loan debt and applying for grants and scholarships to help pay for education costs. Representatives from the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency will be on hand to answer questions.

This free information session will be held at the Corry Higher Education Council on March 25, 2026, from 6p-7:30p. **Pre-registration is required by visiting www.corryhied.org or by calling 814-664-9405.