Friday, December 29, 2017
Wednesday, December 27, 2017
Seven Principles of Kwanzaa
Umoja (Unity): To strive for and to maintain unity in the family, community, nation, and race.
Kujichagulia (Self-Determination): To define and name ourselves, as well as to create and speak for ourselves.
Ujima (Collective Work and Responsibility): To build and maintain our community together and make our brothers' and sisters' problems our problems and to solve them together.
Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics): To build and maintain our own stores, shops, and other businesses and to profit from them together.
Nia (Purpose): To make our collective vocation the building and developing of our community in order to restore our people to their traditional greatness.
Kuumba (Creativity): To do always as much as we can, in the way we can, in order to leave our community more beautiful and beneficial than we inherited it.
Imani (Faith): To believe with all our hearts in our people, our parents, our teachers, our leaders, and the righteousness and victory of our struggle.
Kujichagulia (Self-Determination): To define and name ourselves, as well as to create and speak for ourselves.
Ujima (Collective Work and Responsibility): To build and maintain our community together and make our brothers' and sisters' problems our problems and to solve them together.
Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics): To build and maintain our own stores, shops, and other businesses and to profit from them together.
Nia (Purpose): To make our collective vocation the building and developing of our community in order to restore our people to their traditional greatness.
Kuumba (Creativity): To do always as much as we can, in the way we can, in order to leave our community more beautiful and beneficial than we inherited it.
Imani (Faith): To believe with all our hearts in our people, our parents, our teachers, our leaders, and the righteousness and victory of our struggle.
Tuesday, December 26, 2017
Procedures For Kwanzaa
First, a central place in the home for the Kwanzaa Set, the symbols of Kwanzaa is chosen. A table is then spread with a beautiful piece of African cloth. Then, the mkeka (mat) is placed down and all of the other symbols are placed on it or immediately next to it to symbolize our rootedness in our tradition. Next the Kinara (candle holder) is placed on the mat and the Mishumaa Saba (seven candles) are placed in the kinara (candle holder).
The colors of Kwanzaa are black, red and green; black for the people, red for their struggle, and green for the future and hope that comes from their struggle. Therefore there is one black candle, three red and three green candles. These are the mishumaa saba (the seven candles) and they represent the seven principles. The black candle represents the first principle Umoja (unity) and is placed in the center of the kinara. The red candles represent the principles of Kujichagulia (self-determination), Ujamaa (cooperative economics) and Kuumba (creativity) and are placed to the left of the black candle. The green candles represent the principles of Ujima (collective work and responsibility), Nia (purpose) and Imani (faith) and are placed to the right of the black candle. The black candle is lit first on the first day of the celebration. And the remaining candles are lit afterwards from left to right on the following days. This procedure is to indicate that the people come first, then the struggle and then the hope that comes from the struggle.
And then the mazao (crops), and ears of corn are also placed on the mkeka. At least two ears of corn are placed down on the mat regardless of whether there are children in the immediate family or not for the children of the community belong to all of us and every adult in African tradition is considered an immediate or social parent. Next the kikombe cha umoja (the Unity cup) is then placed on the mkeka (mat). It is used to pour tambiko (libation) to the ancestors in remembrance and honor of those who paved the path down which we walk and who taught us the good, the Tamshi and the beautiful in life. Then African art objects and books on the life and culture of African people are also placed on or next to the mat to symbolize our commitment to heritage and learning.
What is Kwanzaa?
Kwanzaa is a week-long celebration held in the United States and in other nations of the West African diaspora in the Americas. The celebration honors African heritage in African-American culture, and is observed from December 26 to January 1, culminating in a feast and gift-giving. Kwanzaa has seven core principles (Nguzo Saba). It was created by Maulana Karenga and was first celebrated in 1966–67.
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Thursday, December 21, 2017
Wednesday, December 20, 2017
December Master List
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December
Salvation Army of Wake County
All Month Long
Be a part of making children’s Christmas wishes come true by being involved with our Angel Tree! Adopt an angel and purchase new clothes and toys for a child or for a whole family! Volunteer in pairs to staff the Angel Tree at Crabtree Valley Mall, Cary Town Mall, or Triangle Town Center.
Nov 10 - Dec 15; shifts available in 2-hour increments Monday
Interested, contact
Jami Britt Noble, (919) 834-6733, ext 104 Jami.BrittNoble@uss.salvationarmy.org
Inter-Faith Food Shuttle
All Month Long
We have a need for volunteers on our Food Recovery & Distribution routes around the holidays. This is an individual group opportunity, but I can schedule pairs if students decide to volunteer with a friend. It’s a great experience to realize how much food grocery stores would waste if it wasn’t for our efforts recovering the food and redistributing it to community partners.
We also need individuals and small groups of 6 to help us in the warehouse this holiday season sort through food drive donations. I’d love to work with WPU students this holiday season! If anyone is interested, please have them reach out to me.
Interested, contact:
Abbey Riesett 919.390.1968
Meals on Wheels of Wake County
All Month Long
Delivery starts at 10:30 am until 12:15 pm, we serve all the Wake County area, some are home bound, frozen meals and congregate sites which our recipients goes to socialize.
Interested, contact:
Brenda Johnson (919) 390-1997 brenda@wakemow.org
NC Natural Science Museum
Finally Friday: Where Science Meets the Cinema
We are scheduling programming for December's Finally Friday: Where Science Meets the Cinema program and we have some super-fun volunteer opportunities! Our feature film is a fun, science-filled family movie, Big Hero 6, and we are going to have some associated programs! We will need some volunteers and you can sign up at the link below.
Sign Up Here
Volunteers receive free admission to the program, so you can relax and watch the show when your shift is over. Please let Hugo know if you want your tickets since we anticipate a sell-out! Here are the details:
Friday, December 29
5:15pm-7:15pm
The movie begins at 7pm and should go no later than 9:30pm.
Brenda Johnson 919- 390-1997 brenda@wakemow.org
December
Salvation Army of Wake County
All Month Long
Bell Ringing:
Beginning November 10th until December 23, donate your time at Christmas by ringing a bell in our community to collect money for our Christmas programs at local Walmart’s, Harris Teeter and other local stores.
Shifts are available (Monday-Saturday) all day 10am-8pm or in shifts: 10am-2pm or 4pm-8pm.
Angel Tree: Be a part of making children’s Christmas wishes come true by being involved with our Angel Tree! Adopt an angel and purchase new clothes and toys for a child or for a whole family! Volunteer in pairs to staff the Angel Tree at Crabtree Valley Mall, Cary Town Mall, or Triangle Town Center.
Nov 10 - Dec 15; shifts available in 2-hour increments Monday
Interested, contact
Jami Britt Noble, (919) 834-6733, ext 104 Jami.BrittNoble@uss.salvationarmy.org
Inter-Faith Food Shuttle
All Month Long
We have a need for volunteers on our Food Recovery & Distribution routes around the holidays. This is an individual group opportunity, but I can schedule pairs if students decide to volunteer with a friend. It’s a great experience to realize how much food grocery stores would waste if it wasn’t for our efforts recovering the food and redistributing it to community partners.
We also need individuals and small groups of 6 to help us in the warehouse this holiday season sort through food drive donations. I’d love to work with WPU students this holiday season! If anyone is interested, please have them reach out to me.
Interested, contact:
Abbey Riesett 919.390.1968
Meals on Wheels of Wake County
All Month Long
Delivery starts at 10:30 am until 12:15 pm, we serve all the Wake County area, some are home bound, frozen meals and congregate sites which our recipients goes to socialize.
Interested, contact:
Brenda Johnson (919) 390-1997 brenda@wakemow.org
Finally Friday: Where Science Meets the Cinema
We are scheduling programming for December's Finally Friday: Where Science Meets the Cinema program and we have some super-fun volunteer opportunities! Our feature film is a fun, science-filled family movie, Big Hero 6, and we are going to have some associated programs! We will need some volunteers and you can sign up at the link below.
Sign Up Here
Volunteers receive free admission to the program, so you can relax and watch the show when your shift is over. Please let Hugo know if you want your tickets since we anticipate a sell-out! Here are the details:
Friday, December 29
5:15pm-7:15pm
The movie begins at 7pm and should go no later than 9:30pm.
Salvation Army of Wake County Toy Shop Breakdown:
Friday, December 22,
We are in need of 100 volunteers to assist in breaking down our toy shop for the holiday season. Hours are 8:30a-1p.
Interested, contact:Brenda Johnson 919- 390-1997 brenda@wakemow.org
Tuesday, December 19, 2017
PACTcast Eleven: Bullying Industrial Complex
Clay joins us for his last podcast as a Pacer. We'll roast him at the very end so stay tuned!
Monday, December 18, 2017
The Eight Night of Chanukah
Recite blessings number 1 and 2.
1. Blessed are You, L‑rd our G‑d, King of the universe, who has sanctified us with His commandments, and commanded us to kindle the Chanukah light.
1. Ba-ruch A-tah Ado-nai Eh-lo-hei-noo Meh-lech Ha-olam A-sher Ki-deh-sha-noo Beh-mitz-vo-tav Veh-tzi-va-noo Leh-had-lik NerCha-noo-kah.
2. Blessed are You, L‑rd our G‑d, King of the universe, who performed miracles for our forefathers in those days, at this time.
2. Ba-ruch A-tah Ado-nai Eh-lo-hei-nu Meh-lech Ha-olam Sheh-a-sa Nee-sim La-avo-tei-noo Ba-ya-mim Ha-hem Bee-z’man Ha-zeh.
3. Blessed are You, L‑rd our G‑d, King of the universe, who has granted us life, sustained us, and enabled us to reach this occasion.
3. Ba-ruch A-tah Ado-nai Eh-lo-hei-noo Me-lech Ha-olam Sheh-heh-cheh-ya-noo Veh-kee-yeh-ma-noo Veh-hee-gee-a-noo Liz-man Ha-zeh.
After kindling the lights, the Haneirot Halalu prayer is recited.
For more information read HERE
** SUMMER INTERNSHIP ALERT** Center for Environmental Farming Systems
Summer Interns with the Center for Environmental Farming Systems (CEFS) come from all over the country and world to work with faculty members, researchers and field technicians on weekly classroom learning activities, hands-on farming experience, local food endeavors, field trips to local farms and markets and focused research projects conducted at CEFS’ 2,000-acre Field Research and Outreach Facility at Cherry Farm in Goldsboro, NC. Sustainable Agriculture Interns will also have the opportunity to engage with the new Agroecology Education Farm, a CEFS satellite student farm facility at NC State University in Raleigh, NC
DOWNLOAD THE INTERNSHIP APPLICATION HERE
DOWNLOAD THE INTERNSHIP APPLICATION HERE
Sunday, December 17, 2017
The Seventh Night Of Chanukah
Recite blessings number 1 and 2.
1. Blessed are You, L‑rd our G‑d, King of the universe, who has sanctified us with His commandments, and commanded us to kindle the Chanukah light.
1. Ba-ruch A-tah Ado-nai Eh-lo-hei-noo Meh-lech Ha-olam A-sher Ki-deh-sha-noo Beh-mitz-vo-tav Veh-tzi-va-noo Leh-had-lik NerCha-noo-kah.
2. Blessed are You, L‑rd our G‑d, King of the universe, who performed miracles for our forefathers in those days, at this time.
2. Ba-ruch A-tah Ado-nai Eh-lo-hei-nu Meh-lech Ha-olam Sheh-a-sa Nee-sim La-avo-tei-noo Ba-ya-mim Ha-hem Bee-z’man Ha-zeh.
3. Blessed are You, L‑rd our G‑d, King of the universe, who has granted us life, sustained us, and enabled us to reach this occasion.
3. Ba-ruch A-tah Ado-nai Eh-lo-hei-noo Me-lech Ha-olam Sheh-heh-cheh-ya-noo Veh-kee-yeh-ma-noo Veh-hee-gee-a-noo Liz-man Ha-zeh.
After kindling the lights, the Haneirot Halalu prayer is recited.
For more information read HERE
The Sixth Night Of Chanukah
Recite blessings number 1 and 2.
1. Blessed are You, L‑rd our G‑d, King of the universe, who has sanctified us with His commandments, and commanded us to kindle the Chanukah light.
1. Ba-ruch A-tah Ado-nai Eh-lo-hei-noo Meh-lech Ha-olam A-sher Ki-deh-sha-noo Beh-mitz-vo-tav Veh-tzi-va-noo Leh-had-lik NerCha-noo-kah.
2. Blessed are You, L‑rd our G‑d, King of the universe, who performed miracles for our forefathers in those days, at this time.
2. Ba-ruch A-tah Ado-nai Eh-lo-hei-nu Meh-lech Ha-olam Sheh-a-sa Nee-sim La-avo-tei-noo Ba-ya-mim Ha-hem Bee-z’man Ha-zeh.
3. Blessed are You, L‑rd our G‑d, King of the universe, who has granted us life, sustained us, and enabled us to reach this occasion.
3. Ba-ruch A-tah Ado-nai Eh-lo-hei-noo Me-lech Ha-olam Sheh-heh-cheh-ya-noo Veh-kee-yeh-ma-noo Veh-hee-gee-a-noo Liz-man Ha-zeh.
After kindling the lights, the Haneirot Halalu prayer is recited.
For more information read HERE
Saturday, December 16, 2017
The Fifth Night Of Chanukah
Recite blessings number 1 and 2.
1. Blessed are You, L‑rd our G‑d, King of the universe, who has sanctified us with His commandments, and commanded us to kindle the Chanukah light.
1. Ba-ruch A-tah Ado-nai Eh-lo-hei-noo Meh-lech Ha-olam A-sher Ki-deh-sha-noo Beh-mitz-vo-tav Veh-tzi-va-noo Leh-had-lik NerCha-noo-kah.
2. Blessed are You, L‑rd our G‑d, King of the universe, who performed miracles for our forefathers in those days, at this time.
2. Ba-ruch A-tah Ado-nai Eh-lo-hei-nu Meh-lech Ha-olam Sheh-a-sa Nee-sim La-avo-tei-noo Ba-ya-mim Ha-hem Bee-z’man Ha-zeh.
3. Blessed are You, L‑rd our G‑d, King of the universe, who has granted us life, sustained us, and enabled us to reach this occasion.
3. Ba-ruch A-tah Ado-nai Eh-lo-hei-noo Me-lech Ha-olam Sheh-heh-cheh-ya-noo Veh-kee-yeh-ma-noo Veh-hee-gee-a-noo Liz-man Ha-zeh.
After kindling the lights, the Haneirot Halalu prayer is recited.
For more information read HERE
Friday, December 15, 2017
The Fourth Night Of Chanukah
Recite blessings number 1 and 2.
1. Blessed are You, L‑rd our G‑d, King of the universe, who has sanctified us with His commandments, and commanded us to kindle the Chanukah light.
1. Ba-ruch A-tah Ado-nai Eh-lo-hei-noo Meh-lech Ha-olam A-sher Ki-deh-sha-noo Beh-mitz-vo-tav Veh-tzi-va-noo Leh-had-lik NerCha-noo-kah.
2. Blessed are You, L‑rd our G‑d, King of the universe, who performed miracles for our forefathers in those days, at this time.
2. Ba-ruch A-tah Ado-nai Eh-lo-hei-nu Meh-lech Ha-olam Sheh-a-sa Nee-sim La-avo-tei-noo Ba-ya-mim Ha-hem Bee-z’man Ha-zeh.
3. Blessed are You, L‑rd our G‑d, King of the universe, who has granted us life, sustained us, and enabled us to reach this occasion.
3. Ba-ruch A-tah Ado-nai Eh-lo-hei-noo Me-lech Ha-olam Sheh-heh-cheh-ya-noo Veh-kee-yeh-ma-noo Veh-hee-gee-a-noo Liz-man Ha-zeh.
After kindling the lights, the Haneirot Halalu prayer is recited.
For more information read HERE
Thursday, December 14, 2017
The Third Night Of Chanukah
Recite blessings number 1 and 2.
1. Blessed are You, L‑rd our G‑d, King of the universe, who has sanctified us with His commandments, and commanded us to kindle the Chanukah light.
1. Ba-ruch A-tah Ado-nai Eh-lo-hei-noo Meh-lech Ha-olam A-sher Ki-deh-sha-noo Beh-mitz-vo-tav Veh-tzi-va-noo Leh-had-lik NerCha-noo-kah.
2. Blessed are You, L‑rd our G‑d, King of the universe, who performed miracles for our forefathers in those days, at this time.
2. Ba-ruch A-tah Ado-nai Eh-lo-hei-nu Meh-lech Ha-olam Sheh-a-sa Nee-sim La-avo-tei-noo Ba-ya-mim Ha-hem Bee-z’man Ha-zeh.
3. Blessed are You, L‑rd our G‑d, King of the universe, who has granted us life, sustained us, and enabled us to reach this occasion.
3. Ba-ruch A-tah Ado-nai Eh-lo-hei-noo Me-lech Ha-olam Sheh-heh-cheh-ya-noo Veh-kee-yeh-ma-noo Veh-hee-gee-a-noo Liz-man Ha-zeh.
After kindling the lights, the Haneirot Halalu prayer is recited.
For more information read HERE
Wednesday, December 13, 2017
The Second Night of Chanukah
Recite blessings number 1 and 2.
1. Blessed are You, L‑rd our G‑d, King of the universe, who has sanctified us with His commandments, and commanded us to kindle the Chanukah light.
1. Ba-ruch A-tah Ado-nai Eh-lo-hei-noo Meh-lech Ha-olam A-sher Ki-deh-sha-noo Beh-mitz-vo-tav Veh-tzi-va-noo Leh-had-lik NerCha-noo-kah.
2. Blessed are You, L‑rd our G‑d, King of the universe, who performed miracles for our forefathers in those days, at this time.
2. Ba-ruch A-tah Ado-nai Eh-lo-hei-nu Meh-lech Ha-olam Sheh-a-sa Nee-sim La-avo-tei-noo Ba-ya-mim Ha-hem Bee-z’man Ha-zeh.
3. Blessed are You, L‑rd our G‑d, King of the universe, who has granted us life, sustained us, and enabled us to reach this occasion.
3. Ba-ruch A-tah Ado-nai Eh-lo-hei-noo Me-lech Ha-olam Sheh-heh-cheh-ya-noo Veh-kee-yeh-ma-noo Veh-hee-gee-a-noo Liz-man Ha-zeh.
After kindling the lights, the Haneirot Halalu prayer is recited.
For more information read HERE
Tuesday, December 12, 2017
December 12th The First Night of Chanukah
On the first night of Chanukah (Tuesday, December 12, 2017) , recite all three blessings. On all subsequent nights, recite blessings number 1 and 2.
1. Blessed are You, L‑rd our G‑d, King of the universe, who has sanctified us with His commandments, and commanded us to kindle the Chanukah light.
1. Ba-ruch A-tah Ado-nai Eh-lo-hei-noo Meh-lech Ha-olam A-sher Ki-deh-sha-noo Beh-mitz-vo-tav Veh-tzi-va-noo Leh-had-lik Ner Cha-noo-kah.
2. Blessed are You, L‑rd our G‑d, King of the universe, who performed miracles for our forefathers in those days, at this time.
2. Ba-ruch A-tah Ado-nai Eh-lo-hei-nu Meh-lech Ha-olam Sheh-a-sa Nee-sim La-avo-tei-noo Ba-ya-mim Ha-hem Bee-z’man Ha-zeh.
3. Blessed are You, L‑rd our G‑d, King of the universe, who has granted us life, sustained us, and enabled us to reach this occasion.
3. Ba-ruch A-tah Ado-nai Eh-lo-hei-noo Me-lech Ha-olam Sheh-heh-cheh-ya-noo Veh-kee-yeh-ma-noo Veh-hee-gee-a-noo Liz-man Ha-zeh.
After kindling the lights, the Haneirot Halalu prayer is recited.
For more instructions read HERE
1. Blessed are You, L‑rd our G‑d, King of the universe, who has sanctified us with His commandments, and commanded us to kindle the Chanukah light.
1. Ba-ruch A-tah Ado-nai Eh-lo-hei-noo Meh-lech Ha-olam A-sher Ki-deh-sha-noo Beh-mitz-vo-tav Veh-tzi-va-noo Leh-had-lik Ner Cha-noo-kah.
2. Blessed are You, L‑rd our G‑d, King of the universe, who performed miracles for our forefathers in those days, at this time.
2. Ba-ruch A-tah Ado-nai Eh-lo-hei-nu Meh-lech Ha-olam Sheh-a-sa Nee-sim La-avo-tei-noo Ba-ya-mim Ha-hem Bee-z’man Ha-zeh.
3. Blessed are You, L‑rd our G‑d, King of the universe, who has granted us life, sustained us, and enabled us to reach this occasion.
3. Ba-ruch A-tah Ado-nai Eh-lo-hei-noo Me-lech Ha-olam Sheh-heh-cheh-ya-noo Veh-kee-yeh-ma-noo Veh-hee-gee-a-noo Liz-man Ha-zeh.
After kindling the lights, the Haneirot Halalu prayer is recited.
For more instructions read HERE
What Is Hanukkah?
Chanukah is the Jewish eight-day, wintertime “festival of lights,” celebrated with a nightly menorah lighting, special prayers and fried foods.
The Hebrew word Chanukah means “dedication,” and is thus named because it celebrates the rededication of the Holy Temple (as you’ll read below). Also spelled Hanukkah (or variations of that spelling), the Hebrew word is actually pronounced with a guttural, “kh” sound, kha-nu-kah, not tcha-new-kah.
For More Infor Read HERE
The Hebrew word Chanukah means “dedication,” and is thus named because it celebrates the rededication of the Holy Temple (as you’ll read below). Also spelled Hanukkah (or variations of that spelling), the Hebrew word is actually pronounced with a guttural, “kh” sound, kha-nu-kah, not tcha-new-kah.
For More Infor Read HERE
Monday, December 11, 2017
Holiday Celebrations At #WPUserves
We here at #WPUserves want to get into the holiday spirits.
That means ALL the holidays. That's why over the next couple of weeks we will be passing along information on how to celebrate holidays on the appropriate days.
We are not raising one holiday above the others.
Anyone who feels as though we are choosing one over the others does so incorrectly.
We pass along information to the best of our abilities and knowledge.
At the end of the day, celebrate what you chose.
Try something new, or don't.
Its cool with us either way.
That means ALL the holidays. That's why over the next couple of weeks we will be passing along information on how to celebrate holidays on the appropriate days.
We are not raising one holiday above the others.
Anyone who feels as though we are choosing one over the others does so incorrectly.
We pass along information to the best of our abilities and knowledge.
At the end of the day, celebrate what you chose.
Try something new, or don't.
Its cool with us either way.
Thursday, December 7, 2017
Wednesday, December 6, 2017
Tuesday, December 5, 2017
Read Three Articles: 12-5-17
Since CAB showed "Detroit" last night, here are some articles about the film
3 Reasons Why Kathryn Bigelow’s ‘Detroit’ Underperformed at the Box Office
Why Detroit Erupted
Detroit: A film by white people for white people
3 Reasons Why Kathryn Bigelow’s ‘Detroit’ Underperformed at the Box Office
Why Detroit Erupted
Detroit: A film by white people for white people
Monday, December 4, 2017
Friday, December 1, 2017
Thursday, November 30, 2017
Wednesday, November 29, 2017
Read Two Articles 11-29-17
Native Americans
10 BOOKS BY INDIGENOUS AUTHORS YOU SHOULD READ
Mental Health
How to Be Friends With Someone Who's Depressed
Music
10 BOOKS BY INDIGENOUS AUTHORS YOU SHOULD READ
Mental Health
How to Be Friends With Someone Who's Depressed
Music
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| Christabel and the Jons |
Tuesday, November 28, 2017
Helping Hands Mission Band
PACERS
OUR HELPING HANDS MISSION TOY AND FOOD DRIVE STARTS TODAY AND GOES THROUGH DECEMBER 11TH
OUR HELPING HANDS MISSION TOY AND FOOD DRIVE STARTS TODAY AND GOES THROUGH DECEMBER 11TH
Monday, November 27, 2017
**Job Alert: A Place At The Table**
Part-Time Cafe Staff (Front and Back of House)
APPLY HERE
A Place at the Table, a pay-what-you-can cafe opening in Raleigh, is seeking two part-time Cafe Staff, one front of house and one back of house.
Our Front of House Cafe Staff are the face of our organization and provide our customers with an exceptional experience. They perform a variety of tasks including, but not limited to, taking customer orders, preparing coffee/espresso and food, handling the cash register, and maintaining the cafe. They are knowledgeable about our coffee/espresso, our food, and the organization's mission. They share our values and are dedicated to the goal of bringing the community together with nutritious food.
Qualifications:
•1+ years of experience as a coffee shop barista
•A passion for providing a premium specialty coffee/espresso experience which includes service, quality and consistency of products, and presentation
•Proficient in point of sale systems, internet and email applications
•Food preparation experience preferred
Our Back of House Cafe Staff are serving up quick recipes for breakfast and lunch. They must be able to work quickly and competently, as well as prepare several orders at once. They prepare ingredients and cook menu items while keeping the work area clean and safe. They are knowledgeable about our food and the organization's mission. They share our values and are dedicated to the goal of bringing the community together with nutritious food.
Qualifications:
•1+ years of experience preparing food and cooking at a restaurant
•A passion for preparing nutritious menu items that taste great and use fresh ingredients
•Computer literate - proficient in Excel, point of sale systems, internet and email applications
•ServSafe certified
A Place at the Table is a non-profit pay what you can cafe that is located in downtown Raleigh. Our mission is to provide community and healthy food for all regardless of means. We have a welcoming and inviting space that provides an opportunity for all people to experience conversation and community while enjoying an excellent, fresh, and healthy meal.
We will be serving breakfast and lunch only. Our hours of operation are 7am to 2pm Monday through Saturday.
This is a part-time position with competitive pay. Successful candidates must meet requirements of the background check process and substance screening policy. Submit resume, cover letter, salary history and expectations for consideration to jobs@tableraleigh.org. Please include the Position Title in the subject line of the email. Only qualified candidates with acceptable employment eligibility verification (I-9) will be considered. A Place at the Table reserves the right to fill this position with an internal or external candidate at any time during the search.
No recruiter calls, personal calls or walk-ins accepted.
APPLY HERE
A Place at the Table, a pay-what-you-can cafe opening in Raleigh, is seeking two part-time Cafe Staff, one front of house and one back of house.
Our Front of House Cafe Staff are the face of our organization and provide our customers with an exceptional experience. They perform a variety of tasks including, but not limited to, taking customer orders, preparing coffee/espresso and food, handling the cash register, and maintaining the cafe. They are knowledgeable about our coffee/espresso, our food, and the organization's mission. They share our values and are dedicated to the goal of bringing the community together with nutritious food.
Qualifications:
•1+ years of experience as a coffee shop barista
•A passion for providing a premium specialty coffee/espresso experience which includes service, quality and consistency of products, and presentation
•Proficient in point of sale systems, internet and email applications
•Food preparation experience preferred
Our Back of House Cafe Staff are serving up quick recipes for breakfast and lunch. They must be able to work quickly and competently, as well as prepare several orders at once. They prepare ingredients and cook menu items while keeping the work area clean and safe. They are knowledgeable about our food and the organization's mission. They share our values and are dedicated to the goal of bringing the community together with nutritious food.
Qualifications:
•1+ years of experience preparing food and cooking at a restaurant
•A passion for preparing nutritious menu items that taste great and use fresh ingredients
•Computer literate - proficient in Excel, point of sale systems, internet and email applications
•ServSafe certified
A Place at the Table is a non-profit pay what you can cafe that is located in downtown Raleigh. Our mission is to provide community and healthy food for all regardless of means. We have a welcoming and inviting space that provides an opportunity for all people to experience conversation and community while enjoying an excellent, fresh, and healthy meal.
We will be serving breakfast and lunch only. Our hours of operation are 7am to 2pm Monday through Saturday.
This is a part-time position with competitive pay. Successful candidates must meet requirements of the background check process and substance screening policy. Submit resume, cover letter, salary history and expectations for consideration to jobs@tableraleigh.org. Please include the Position Title in the subject line of the email. Only qualified candidates with acceptable employment eligibility verification (I-9) will be considered. A Place at the Table reserves the right to fill this position with an internal or external candidate at any time during the search.
No recruiter calls, personal calls or walk-ins accepted.
New Trainings and Other Opportunities
Call for Proposals - Final Reminder!
Deadline: November 30
Proposals are sought for presentations that will inform or advance
the research and practice of community engagement through research findings,
innovative program design and partnership models, proven
community/institutional impacts, effective curriculum or co-curricular models,
institutional capacity building and institutionalization, or successful
community engagement practices.
This year we are introducing a new session model we are calling
PACE Mini-Sessions. We believe this will encourage presentation of emerging
research projects, new and innovative models, and/or, provide the opportunity
for new practitioner-scholars to develop their skills.
Registration deadline - January 24
This is the 21st year of this daylong conference designed for
faculty, staff and administrators to grow and share the practice and
scholarship of engagement. The day is comprised of workshop presentations and
plenary sessions.
Dr. Nick Longo, who co-authored the 2016 publication Publicly
Engaged Scholars: Next Generation Engagement and the Future of Higher Education will
discuss "Next Generation Engagement: Building on History, Charting New
Pathways." He will also facilitate a conversation on "Pinning a
Butterfly? A Dialogue on the Role of Students in Creating Engaged
Campuses" a reflection on the state of ideas proposed in 2006 book he
co-authored Students
as Colleagues: Expanding the Circle of Service-Learning Leadership.
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Tuesday, November 21, 2017
Monday, November 20, 2017
Tickle Down Economics Read Two, Watch One: 11-20-17
Hip Hughes- Neutral
Fox News- Pro
Idea at the heart of GOP tax plan: 'trickle-down' economics
Washington Post- Con
Trickle-down economics is a nightmare. Kansas proved it
Fox News- Pro
Idea at the heart of GOP tax plan: 'trickle-down' economics
Washington Post- Con
Trickle-down economics is a nightmare. Kansas proved it
Friday, November 17, 2017
Thursday, November 16, 2017
Video Challenge- Could We Do This Here at WPU?
Pacers,
Do you think we could this here?
Look passed the issue of debate and see how they've debated.
Do you think we could this here?
Look passed the issue of debate and see how they've debated.
Wednesday, November 15, 2017
Tuesday, November 14, 2017
November and December Events- MASTER LIST
Pacer,
AS ALWAYS HAVE FUN, POST PICTURES, WEAR WPU GEAR
November
December
Salvation Army of Wake County
All Month Long
Be a part of making children’s Christmas wishes come true by being involved with our Angel Tree! Adopt an angel and purchase new clothes and toys for a child or for a whole family! Volunteer in pairs to staff the Angel Tree at Crabtree Valley Mall, Cary Town Mall, or Triangle Town Center.
Nov 10 - Dec 15; shifts available in 2-hour increments Monday
Interested, contact
Jami Britt Noble, (919) 834-6733, ext 104 Jami.BrittNoble@uss.salvationarmy.org
Inter-Faith Food Shuttle
All Month Long
We have a need for volunteers on our Food Recovery & Distribution routes around the holidays. This is an individual group opportunity, but I can schedule pairs if students decide to volunteer with a friend. It’s a great experience to realize how much food grocery stores would waste if it wasn’t for our efforts recovering the food and redistributing it to community partners.
We also need individuals and small groups of 6 to help us in the warehouse this holiday season sort through food drive donations. I’d love to work with WPU students this holiday season! If anyone is interested, please have them reach out to me.
Interested, contact:
Abbey Riesett 919.390.1968
Meals on Wheels of Wake County
All Month Long
Delivery starts at 10:30 am until 12:15 pm, we serve all the Wake County area, some are home bound, frozen meals and congregate sites which our recipients goes to socialize.
Interested, contact:
Brenda Johnson (919) 390-1997 brenda@wakemow.org
Raleigh Parks and Rec
Saturday December 2, 2017
9am-12pm
Greenway clean-up along the Crabtree Creek Greenway trail. For this project, we would have the volunteers pick up litter and debris such as tv’s, furniture, tires, etc
Need up to 20 volunteers for this project.
Interested, Contact:
Ashely Deans 919-996-4810 Ashley.deans@raleighnc.gov
Raleigh Parks and Rec
Saturday December 2, 2017
Invasive removal at Jackson property. For this project, the volunteers would focus on cutting down non-native plants and trees and removing that vegetation from the park. This is a fun project as you are usually cutting down fairly large trees. Need up to 15 volunteers for this project.
Interested, Contact:
Ashely Deans 919-996-4810 Ashley.deans@raleighnc.gov
The Arc of the Triangle's Community Holiday Party (Wake)
Thursday, December 7, 2017
Time: 6:30pm-9:30pm (Arrival Time for Volunteers- 6pm)
Location: Good Shepherd Lutheran Church- 7000 Creedmoor, Raleigh
Volunteers Needed: 25-30
Volunteer Duties: Set Up/Clean Up, Sign in Guest/Volunteers, Greeter, Food Server, Choir Helper (help choir members line up for their performance and help take off choir jackets/vest after the performance), help people bring drinks/plates back to their seat if need be, dance with guest, eat and be merry!
Set Up: 3:30pm and need 8-10 people
Make sure in the comment section next to their name they write down William Peace College student. Send an email directly to Michelle Foy with their name and date they are volunteering
Interested, Contact:
Michelle Foy- Assistant Director of Community Programs
919-832-2660 x134, mfoy@arctriangle.org
Raleigh Parks and Rec Holiday Express
December 7th
3 pm - 9 pm
For this special event, we transform Pullen Amusement Park into a Holiday Wonderland where participants can enjoy lights/displays, train rides, carousel rides, arts and crafts, and a visit with Santa. This event is presented by the Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department and the Crabtree Rotary Club. For this volunteer opportunity, individuals will assist with running holiday themed activity and craft stations such as: Kris Kringle Carnival, Ornaments/ Craft Tent/ Glitter Tattoos, Candy Cane Hunt, Reindeer Food, Dance Party, and Post Office. Event will take place Rain/Snow or Shine! Volunteer Requirements:Must be at least 15 years of age.Wear jeans, holiday colors, and closed toed shoes (It is recommended that you dress in layers as you will be outside in the elements).Be able to work outdoors in cold temperatures for a long period of time. Be able to work entire shift from 3pm-9pm (breaks will be given throughout the shift).Interact with child participants.Be friendly and provide participants with an exceptional experience
Attend the MANDATORY orientation on Monday, December 4th from 6:30-8:00pm at Pullen Community Center A hospitality tent will be available for volunteers to take a break and enjoy light snacks. All volunteers are required to complete our department’s release form. For those under the age of 18, a parent/guardian will need to sign. This form will be emailed to volunteers prior to Volunteer orientation.
Interested, sign up HERE
NC Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Christmas Event
Thursday December 7, 2017
3:30- 6:00 Main Parlor
Help us package Christmas gifts for those in need.
Interested, contact
Chris Baker 2019 clbaker@peace.edu
Marbles Kid Museum
Dec 4 or Dec 8
10:00 to 4:00
Party & Pic’s with Santa (Raleigh)
The Arc of the Triangle’s Children’s Party in collaboration with
the Triangle Down Syndrome Network
Saturday, December 9, 2017
Time: 1:00pm-4:00pm (Arrival Time for Volunteers- 12:30pm)
Location: Good Shepherd Lutheran Church- 7000 Creedmoor, Raleigh
Volunteers Needed: 20-30 people
Volunteer Duties: Set Up/Clean Up, Arts & Craft tables, Raffle table, Gift table, Food server and line people up to take pictures with Santa
Set Up: 11:00am and need 8- 10 people
Interested, Contact:
Michelle Foy- Assistant Director of Community Programs
919-832-2660 x134, mfoy@arctriangle.org
Rise Against Hunger Community Event
December 9, 2017
Dress For Success Inventory
December 15, 2017
9-12 and 12-3
The Arc of the Triangle’s Community Holiday Party (Durham)
Saturday, December 16, 2017
Time: 2:00pm-6:00pm (Arrival Time for Volunteers- 1:30pm)
Location: Triangle Presbyterian Church- 5001 Tudor Place, Durham
Volunteers Needed: 25-30 people
Volunteer Duties: Set Up/Clean Up, Sign in Guest/Volunteers, Greeter, Arts & Craft tables, Raffle table, Gift table, Food server, line people up to take pictures with Santa, dance with guest, eat and be merry!
Set Up: 10:00am and need 8- 10 people
Interested, Contact:
Michelle Foy- Assistant Director of Community Programs
919-832-2660 x134, mfoy@arctriangle.org
Alexander YMCA SPREADING PEACE, GIVING HOPE
Saturday, December 16, 2017 - 2:00pm to 7:00pm
The Presents of Peace Shopping Celebration will take place on Saturday, Dec. 16 – filled with shopping, wrapping, treats and fellowship. Families in our outreach education programs can come to the Y and shop for toys, clothing, and books and pay as little as 10% of the original purchase price (all money raised goes directly back to families in Raleigh through our Annual Campaign).
Interested, contact
Sarah Peterson
Sarah.Peterson@ymcatriangle.org
Brenda Johnson 919- 390-1997 brenda@wakemow.org
AS ALWAYS HAVE FUN, POST PICTURES, WEAR WPU GEAR
November
Evening with Elves event at Marbles Kid's Museum
Any day between Monday, November 27
and Friday, December 1st
2 hour shift between 10 am and
4 pm.
Need Up To 15 students at shift
Interested, contact:
Bianca
Vilanova 919.857.1087 bvilanova@marbleskidsmuseum.org
December
Salvation Army of Wake County
All Month Long
Bell Ringing:
Beginning November 10th until
December 23, donate your time at Christmas by ringing a bell in our community
to collect money for our Christmas programs at local Walmart’s, Harris
Teeter and other local stores.
Shifts are available (Monday-Saturday) all day
10am-8pm or in shifts: 10am-2pm or 4pm-8pm.
Angel Tree: Be a part of making children’s Christmas wishes come true by being involved with our Angel Tree! Adopt an angel and purchase new clothes and toys for a child or for a whole family! Volunteer in pairs to staff the Angel Tree at Crabtree Valley Mall, Cary Town Mall, or Triangle Town Center.
Nov 10 - Dec 15; shifts available in 2-hour increments Monday
Interested, contact
Jami Britt Noble, (919) 834-6733, ext 104 Jami.BrittNoble@uss.salvationarmy.org
Inter-Faith Food Shuttle
All Month Long
We have a need for volunteers on our Food Recovery & Distribution routes around the holidays. This is an individual group opportunity, but I can schedule pairs if students decide to volunteer with a friend. It’s a great experience to realize how much food grocery stores would waste if it wasn’t for our efforts recovering the food and redistributing it to community partners.
We also need individuals and small groups of 6 to help us in the warehouse this holiday season sort through food drive donations. I’d love to work with WPU students this holiday season! If anyone is interested, please have them reach out to me.
Interested, contact:
Abbey Riesett 919.390.1968
Meals on Wheels of Wake County
All Month Long
Delivery starts at 10:30 am until 12:15 pm, we serve all the Wake County area, some are home bound, frozen meals and congregate sites which our recipients goes to socialize.
Interested, contact:
Brenda Johnson (919) 390-1997 brenda@wakemow.org
Saturday December 2, 2017
9am-12pm
Greenway clean-up along the Crabtree Creek Greenway trail. For this project, we would have the volunteers pick up litter and debris such as tv’s, furniture, tires, etc
Need up to 20 volunteers for this project.
Interested, Contact:
Ashely Deans 919-996-4810 Ashley.deans@raleighnc.gov
Raleigh Parks and Rec
Saturday December 2, 2017
Invasive removal at Jackson property. For this project, the volunteers would focus on cutting down non-native plants and trees and removing that vegetation from the park. This is a fun project as you are usually cutting down fairly large trees. Need up to 15 volunteers for this project.
Interested, Contact:
Ashely Deans 919-996-4810 Ashley.deans@raleighnc.gov
Thursday, December 7, 2017
Time: 6:30pm-9:30pm (Arrival Time for Volunteers- 6pm)
Location: Good Shepherd Lutheran Church- 7000 Creedmoor, Raleigh
Volunteers Needed: 25-30
Volunteer Duties: Set Up/Clean Up, Sign in Guest/Volunteers, Greeter, Food Server, Choir Helper (help choir members line up for their performance and help take off choir jackets/vest after the performance), help people bring drinks/plates back to their seat if need be, dance with guest, eat and be merry!
Set Up: 3:30pm and need 8-10 people
Make sure in the comment section next to their name they write down William Peace College student. Send an email directly to Michelle Foy with their name and date they are volunteering
Interested, Contact:
Michelle Foy- Assistant Director of Community Programs
919-832-2660 x134, mfoy@arctriangle.org
Raleigh Parks and Rec Holiday Express
December 7th
3 pm - 9 pm
For this special event, we transform Pullen Amusement Park into a Holiday Wonderland where participants can enjoy lights/displays, train rides, carousel rides, arts and crafts, and a visit with Santa. This event is presented by the Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department and the Crabtree Rotary Club. For this volunteer opportunity, individuals will assist with running holiday themed activity and craft stations such as: Kris Kringle Carnival, Ornaments/ Craft Tent/ Glitter Tattoos, Candy Cane Hunt, Reindeer Food, Dance Party, and Post Office. Event will take place Rain/Snow or Shine! Volunteer Requirements:Must be at least 15 years of age.Wear jeans, holiday colors, and closed toed shoes (It is recommended that you dress in layers as you will be outside in the elements).Be able to work outdoors in cold temperatures for a long period of time. Be able to work entire shift from 3pm-9pm (breaks will be given throughout the shift).Interact with child participants.Be friendly and provide participants with an exceptional experience
Attend the MANDATORY orientation on Monday, December 4th from 6:30-8:00pm at Pullen Community Center A hospitality tent will be available for volunteers to take a break and enjoy light snacks. All volunteers are required to complete our department’s release form. For those under the age of 18, a parent/guardian will need to sign. This form will be emailed to volunteers prior to Volunteer orientation.
Interested, sign up HERE
NC Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Christmas Event
Thursday December 7, 2017
3:30- 6:00 Main Parlor
Help us package Christmas gifts for those in need.
Interested, contact
Chris Baker 2019 clbaker@peace.edu
Marbles Kid Museum
Dec 4 or Dec 8
10:00 to 4:00
We are looking for a group to
help assemble plastic “gingerbread” houses. These houses will be used for our
Gingerbread Jamboree event on December 9. Having a group here between Monday,
December 4 and Friday, December 8 for 2-3 hours between 10 and 4 would be
ideal. If this doesn’t work I could possibly accommodate a group here on
Sunday, December 3, same shift length and time.
Interested, contact:
Bianca Vilanova 919.857.1087 bvilanova@marbleskidsmuseum.org
The Arc of the Triangle’s Children’s Party in collaboration with
the Triangle Down Syndrome Network
Saturday, December 9, 2017
Time: 1:00pm-4:00pm (Arrival Time for Volunteers- 12:30pm)
Location: Good Shepherd Lutheran Church- 7000 Creedmoor, Raleigh
Volunteers Needed: 20-30 people
Volunteer Duties: Set Up/Clean Up, Arts & Craft tables, Raffle table, Gift table, Food server and line people up to take pictures with Santa
Set Up: 11:00am and need 8- 10 people
Interested, Contact:
Michelle Foy- Assistant Director of Community Programs
919-832-2660 x134, mfoy@arctriangle.org
Rise Against Hunger Community Event
December 9, 2017
Students are welcome to register and come help us package meals. We are
happy to take additional donations for meals. But we are not requiring
any donation to participate.
Interested, sign up using the link below:
http://events.stophungernow.org/Raleigh
North Carolina Museum of Natural History Volunteer Interpretation Training
December 12
6pm-8pm.
We would love your help over the holidays to offer some extra programs to our visitors! The week between Christmas and New Year's is one of the busiest of the year for the Museum and we like to add some extra programming to serve our visitors during this time.
If you have not volunteered before, this training is mandatory. If you have volunteered before, it will be a great refresher!
-You will receive an email with background information on the topic you signed up for.
You can sign up using this link: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/13obTiy5aqj2-0mm2IyUKD8Z5u4hsONMLNN-8_7bC0cM/edit?usp=sharing
Interested, contact
Kari Wouk kari.wouk@naturalsciences.org
North Carolina Museum of Natural History Volunteer Interpretation Training
December 12
6pm-8pm.
We would love your help over the holidays to offer some extra programs to our visitors! The week between Christmas and New Year's is one of the busiest of the year for the Museum and we like to add some extra programming to serve our visitors during this time.
If you have not volunteered before, this training is mandatory. If you have volunteered before, it will be a great refresher!
-You will receive an email with background information on the topic you signed up for.
You can sign up using this link: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/13obTiy5aqj2-0mm2IyUKD8Z5u4hsONMLNN-8_7bC0cM/edit?usp=sharing
Interested, contact
Kari Wouk kari.wouk@naturalsciences.org
Dress For Success Inventory
December 15, 2017
9-12 and 12-3
And we are going to be doing our year
end inventory in December in both Raleigh and Durham and need assistance with
that. You can find all the details of days/times and sign up to help at http://signup.com/go/dkAatMe.
Saturday, December 16, 2017
Time: 2:00pm-6:00pm (Arrival Time for Volunteers- 1:30pm)
Location: Triangle Presbyterian Church- 5001 Tudor Place, Durham
Volunteers Needed: 25-30 people
Volunteer Duties: Set Up/Clean Up, Sign in Guest/Volunteers, Greeter, Arts & Craft tables, Raffle table, Gift table, Food server, line people up to take pictures with Santa, dance with guest, eat and be merry!
Set Up: 10:00am and need 8- 10 people
Interested, Contact:
Michelle Foy- Assistant Director of Community Programs
919-832-2660 x134, mfoy@arctriangle.org
Alexander YMCA SPREADING PEACE, GIVING HOPE
Saturday, December 16, 2017 - 2:00pm to 7:00pm
The Presents of Peace Shopping Celebration will take place on Saturday, Dec. 16 – filled with shopping, wrapping, treats and fellowship. Families in our outreach education programs can come to the Y and shop for toys, clothing, and books and pay as little as 10% of the original purchase price (all money raised goes directly back to families in Raleigh through our Annual Campaign).
Interested, contact
Sarah Peterson
Sarah.Peterson@ymcatriangle.org
Salvation Army of Wake County Toy Shop Breakdown:
Friday, December 22,
We
are in need of 100 volunteers to assist in breaking down our toy shop for the
holiday season. Hours are 8:30a-1p.
Interested, contact:Brenda Johnson 919- 390-1997 brenda@wakemow.org
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