Henry Genga

East Hartford CONNects has complied several COVID related resources for East Hartford residents. If you have additional questions, visit their website.

East Hartford CONNects Career Consultation
East Hartford CONNects' career navigator is available now to help all East Hartford Residents who are seeking opportunities and employment. For more information, please email EHCinfo@easthartford.org or call- 860-371-7984.

5^th Annual Back-To-School Backpack Giveaway- Register today to get your free backpack filled with school supplies!

EHPS, Office Of Family and Community Partnerships and the Town of East Hartford will be teaming up to offer the 5^th annual Backpack giveaway on August 17th,18th,and 19^th from 9-12pm at the YMCA o\located at 777 Main Street in East Hartford. Registration is required. To sign up, please send an email to the following address: Garcia.y@easthartford.org. 

 
School Uniforms
Getting ready for this school year, Looking for Uniforms? Visit JB Pride In East Hartford 70 Tolland Street. Store hours are, Tuesday - Friday 10-5 and Saturday 10-3pm.  They are open and ready to help you find the uniforms you need to be ready for the first day! Curb Side Pick Up is also available contact JB Pride at 844-527-8643 # 501

East Hartford Library
Raymond Library is offering charging stations for those who lost power and need to charge their phones. Stop by anytime during the day to charge your phone. Please wear a mask and maintain social distancing while you're here. Our WiFi extends into the parking lot. Click here for more information.
 
Teen Tuesday will feature WATERCOLOR ART on August 11 at 3:00 PM! Pick up supplies from the library in advance, and then meet with us on Zoom to create beautiful watercolor designs. Call 860-290-4330 to request supplies and schedule a pickup time.
Registration is required, click here for more information.
For more upcoming programs, visit our website.
 

Dress for Success EMPLOYMENT READINESS PROGRAM

This virtual program is a free 3-week initiative and open to women who are Unemployed or Underemployed and Seeking Employment it will run on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM. You will need to Zoom to participate. It is Designed to Help You: ➢ Identify your career goals & discover your transferable skills ➢ Create a professional resume and cover letter ➢ Learn interview skills and participate in mock interviews ➢ Transition to the Professional Women’s Group (PWG) ➢ Connect one-on-one with a Career Coach and much more!! To learn more or to enroll in program beginning September 8, 2020 through September 24, 2020, Please Contact: hartfordpwg@dressforsuccess.org or 860.525.5015.  DEADLINE FOR ENROLLMENT IS SEPTEMBER 1.  REQUIREMENTS FOR REFERRING A CLIENT(S): Female, Actively seeking employment, Participate in a Resume Workshop prior to start of program (appointment to be determined), Able to access and download free Zoom on a Computer or Smart Phone, Able to attend all 6 sessions on time, Mock Interview Sessions for the duration of the three weeks, Client Referral Form sent from Partner Agency.  TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS PROGRAM, A CLIENT MUST HAVE: At least 1-year work experience, A functioning email address and personal contact phone number, a Resume. 

Storm CleanUp:  
The East Hartford Transfer Station will be open for additional days this week for disposal of brush; this week only, residents will not need bulky waste permits to dispose of brush at the transfer station.  Click HERE for where to find charging stations and wifi, including the parking lot of East Hartford Public Library. At this time 38% of the town remains without power.
Please be advised that all town camps, parks, pools and sports fields are closed and activities are canceled until further notice due to downed trees and debris.  For more information please visit the Town website at www.easthartfordct.gov.  
 
Media Career Path Info Session:
A free virtual informational session on a Media Career Path hosted by the Urban League on August 12 from 2 to 3pm.