Job Fair Huntington Public Library October 7th

The Suffolk County Department of Labor will hold a Job Fair at the Huntington Public Library (Main Building) on Wednesday, October 7th from 10-1 pm.  All are welcome & no registration is required. Bring copies of your resume & dress to impress! If you are in need of proper interviewing attire, please contact Career Couture at (631) 853-6769.

Entrepreneurial Assistance Center Services for Veterans

Are you a veteran with a business idea? Do you want to start or grow your business? The Entrepreneurial Assistance Center at Suffolk County Community College has programs that can assist with the start-up or expansion of your business. The center offers 60-hour comprehensive business training program, one-on-one counseling, assistance in development of business plan, ongoing one-on-one technical assistance and more.  For more information please call (631) 851-6214.

Opportunities Long Island Apprenticeship Preparation Training

Looking for a career in the construction trades? Opportunities Long Island Apprenticeship Preparation Training program can get you there! Opportunities Long Island is an intensive 10-week training program which includes OSHA 10, Blueprint Reading, and much more to help prepare you for a career in the building and construction trades.  Training is provided at no cost to you!  Don't miss out on this great opportunity.  Attend an information session on Friday, September 18th at 10 AM OR Wednesday, October 7th at 6 PM.  These information sessions will take place at the Huntington Opportunity Resource Center.  For more information please contact Erica Rechner at (631) 348-1170 ext. 316 or the Huntington Opportunity Resource at (631) 385-2305.

L.I.'s Fall 2015 College Open House Schedule

• Five Towns College: Saturday, Oct 17th 1pm & Nov 14th 11am
• NYIT: Sunday, Oct 25th 10am
• Adelphi: Sunday, Oct 25th 10am
• Hofstra: Sunday, Oct 25th 9am
• Farmingdale: Sunday, Nov 8th 12pm
• St. Joseph's College: Saturday, Oct 17th 11am
• Suffolk County Community College: Sunday, Nov 8th 1pm 
• Suny Old Westbury: Sunday, Nov 8th 9am
• C.W. Post: Sunday, Oct 10th & Nov 8th 10am
• Dowling College: Saturday, Oct 17th 9am
• Nassau Community College: Sunday, Nov 15th 10:30am
• Molloy College: Sunday, Nov 15th 1pm

HUFSD Fall 2015 Adult Education Programs

All courses may be registered by mail and will be filled in order that forms and checks are received. Mail-in registration must arrive prior to the first class. NOTE: UNLESS YOU ARE NOTIFIED OTHERWISE, YOU ARE TO ASSUME THAT YOU ARE REGISTERED AND THAT YOU ARE TO COME TO THE FIRST CLASS MEETING. NO LETTERS OF ACCEPTANCE WILL BE SENT. You may pick up a brochure registration form at the Huntington Public Library. For more information please call the Adult Education Office at (631) 673-2010.

Passport To Retirement

Thursdays, Oct. 22nd, 29th & Nov. 15th 7-9:30 pm
Huntington High School, Room 110
This exciting course will prepare you for a financially secure retirement by showing you how to determine your retirement income needs and develop a personalized plan to achieve your retirement goals. You will discover key strategies for maximizing retirement income and obtaining the highest payout from Social Security. You will learn how to optimize your investment portfolio and create an asset allocation – pre-retirement and post-retirement. This course will show you how to "flip the switch" on your nest egg to generate an inflation adjusted income stream for life. Additional topics include how to reduce your taxes, protect your assets, provide for health care and preserve your estate. Each participant will receive a 140-page workbook with worksheets, illustrations, and key descriptions designed to reinforce concepts learned during the course. Whether you plan to retire in the next ten years or you are already retired, the information you learn in this course will deliver rewards throughout your life. Workbook fee of $20.00 payable to instructor.

Getting Paid to Talk: Making Money With Your Voice
Wed, Oct. 28th 6:30-9:00 pm

Huntington High School, Room 110

Have you ever been told you have a great voice? This exciting seminar will explore numerous aspects of voice over work for television, film, radio, audio books, documentaries & the internet in your area. All the basics will be covered, including how to prepare the all-important demo, how to be successful & earn great income in this exciting field.  Learn more here http://www.voicecoaches.com/gptt. Registration deadline of Oct. 14th for this seminar.

Long Island Career Fair October 15th

Are you looking for a job? Are you tired of sending resumes left and right and never getting an answer? If you are, dress in your best professional clothes, bring resumes and visit our Long Island Career Fair on Thursday, October 15th from 11-2 pm at the Melville Marriott Long Island. You will have the opportunity to meet top employers and to interview for several positions during the course of the day, meeting the people who make the hiring decisions. You will save a lot of time since there will be no need to craft a customized personal statement for each company you visit. You’ll be able to tell them why you wish to work for them, and you’ll have the chance to sell yourself. Admission is FREE. Complimentary on-site parking.

Home Study Programs for HSE/TASC

Home Study Program For HSE/TASC (HSA024)

Mon., October 26th 4:30-8 PM
Station Community Room

Join us at the Huntington Public Library Station Branch to learn about a free, at-home study program for adults 21 and over, who would like to prepare for the HSE/TASC (formerly GED) exam, but are unable to attend classes on a regular basis. Certified instructors provide you with assignments to complete at home. Assignments are picked up at the library. Telephone assistance is also available. For information call (631) 667-6000 ext. 454. Registration is required. Open to all.

Tips & Strategies to Boost Your SAT Scores

Tips & Strategies to Boost Your SAT Scores 
October 13th, 20th & 27th  6:30-8:30 PM
Youth Program Meeting Room (HMT165)
Get tips on improving your SAT scores during this 3-session workshop led by certified teachers Carlyn Nedwick and Greg Cianflone.  Critical Reading, Writing & Math will each have it's own two-hour session. REGISTRATION required with non-refundable fee of $35 either online by credit card or in-person by check or money order payable to Huntington Public Library. HPL Cardholders Only.

Volunteer Opportunities Fair September 24th

Volunteer Opportunities Fair

Thurs, Sept. 24th 4-6 pm
Harborfields Public Library
The Volunteer Opportunities Fair aims to connect adult and student volunteers with representatives from various agencies in the Huntington area and across Long Island. Volunteers are vital to help these organizations fulfill their mission. If you have some time to give, stop by to meet representatives and discover the many ways to volunteer. Representatives from the Alzheimer’s Association, The American Legion, Family Service League of Suffolk County, Greenlawn Fire Department, The Guide Dog Foundation, The Huntington Arts Council, Huntington Historical Society, Little Shelter Animal Rescue, SeniorNet, YMCA and more will be participating and available to speak with you. Refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Library.  For more information please contact the Harborfields Public Library at (631) 757-4200.