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Driver, Per Diem

Must have a valid CT Driver’s License AND a ‘V’, ‘A’, or ‘F’ endorsement. Experience working with Seniors preferred.

• Must have excellent safety record and a clean driving record.
• MUST BE ABLE TO WORK ON SATURDAYS AND SUNDAYS.
• Must have positive energy and enthusiasm
• Must demonstrate compassion, patience and outstanding customer service when interacting with clients and their families.
• Must have…

Dear Members of the Chatham Square Neighborhood Association,

My name is David Weinreb, I am a bilingual teacher at the Fair Haven School, a member of CSNA, and I have decided to run for co-chair of the Fair Haven Community Management Team for the November 1st elections (…

Friends Center for children has ten preschool slots that must be filled by 10/1 by New Haven resident families. Please spread the word as it's a great opportunity for the right family and for our neighborhood -- they are looking for families at any and all income levels, so if you have a neighbor with young children please let them know. It's a full year, full day program. Interested families can call Susan at 203-468-1966.

2 Young Studs moving company is a locally owned New Haven business that is looking to add to its workforce.

19 years old+ to work.  21 years old+ to potentially drive a truck.

$15/hr starting wage with opportunity for increase based on work performance.

Scheduling is flexible.  Moving jobs are happening 365 days a year.

Successful Movers Will:

Be Responsible/Show up at the correct location when scheduled for jobs

Work Hard

Treat…

Great article and pictures featuring some of our neighbors

https://mailchi.mp/dailynutmeg/waucoma-yacht-club-floating-boats?e=473faffccb

Mary Wade is seeking a driver for its transportation program to bring seniors to and from physician offices.  Applicants must have senior transportation experience and a Public Passenger Endorsement.   Contact Lisa Gangemi at 203.562.7222 or lgangemi@marywade.org.…

The map below shows 5.8 miles of urban walking trail in our neighborhood. If you want one for yourself or want some to give away, contact us via ChathamSquareNeighborhood@gmail.com. Or you can pick one up at the Fair Haven Public Library.

Business owners and nonprofits: You are welcome to have some to give away. Just let us know and we'll deliver to you.  Contact us via ChathamSquareNeighborhood@gmail.com.

Please note: The stars on the map show…

New Haven Farms is looking for an Administrative Assistant! See the job description below (or on our website) for more information.

New Haven Farms Administrative Assistant

Job…

Riverfest is coming up on May 19!!  We have made beautiful flyers which we would like to distribute far and wide in and around New Haven. We need your help!!  If you can post some at your job or school or church or synagogue or community board or whatever, please pick up a packet of flyers. Flyers will be in Lee's mailbox, 29 Clinton, starting Wednesday, May 9. Email Christel (christeljmanning@gmail.com) to let us know where you are distributing. Thanks much :)

Copies are…

Riverfest will offer tabling opportunities to a select number of vendors of products and services.

If you are interested in learning about this offer: benefits,cost, and rules please send an email to ChathamSquareNeighborhood@gmail.com or call Lee at (203)…

New Haven Farms is looking for volunteers to support our mission of promoting health and community development through urban agriculture. Our positions range from cooking to gardening to childcare, so no matter what your skills are, there are opportunities for you to get involved.

By working with New Haven Farms, you'll connect to the community, cultivate beautiful…

The Schooner Summer Camp brings kids to the coastline to explore, learn, grow, get their feet wet in the water, and above all else - have fun! Our summer camp curriculum is designed to appeal to youth ages 4-12 years old with leadership and youth development opportunities for teens. The Schooner Summer Camp offers both a land-based Shore Program and a sea-based Sailing Program in which campers engage in science-based learning through adventure, exploration, crafts, songs, and games.…

Hi, my partner and I (she's a farmer/teacher, I'm a playwright/teacher) are looking to rent a 2 bedroom apartment (or 1 bedroom plus office) in Fair Haven or Fair Haven Heights. Ideally near the river or some nice trees. Eventually we'll want to buy a house here, so if you know of a special house, we could be persuaded to skip the apartment-renting step. Could move in anytime between March 1-July 1. References available, and I'll write you a poem about your house, pet, or tree. Contact…

Join New Haven Farms' Red Beet Riders for the 10th Anniversary Rock to Rock Earth Day Ride! Your support as a rider, volunteer, and/or…

New Haven Farms' Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Program runs for 20 weeks over the course of the summer, from June through October. CSA members pay for their share before the season begins, and receive a weekly share of fresh organic produce grown on New Haven Farms' farm sites. This model provides farmers with…

Individuals and families earning less than $54,000 a year are eligible for free tax preparation at over a dozen sites in New Haven...spread the word! Free VITA sites save filers an average of $200 and encourage people who don't think they need to file to see if they are eligible for the Earned Income Tax Credit.

Regrettably, the Fair Haven site at the Columbus Academy on Blatchley isn't operating, but there are many others (I volunteer at the Emanuel Luthern site in East Rock, Sundays…

New Haven City VITA Tax Program is looking for volunteers to help community members file tax returns free of charge. 

The program asked for a four hour per week commitment during tax filing season. Email VITA@newhavenct.gov for more information. 

Meeting Notes - Thank you George Morrison.

November 16, 2017 ~ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

The Mary Wade Home

Attendees: George M., Sally E., Mary Ann M., Lt. Zannelli, Kirk M. Kathleen F., Vinnie A. Lee C.

Finance Report – Fund balance: $9,090.98.  $300 contribution fr. George C., Grand Apizza is in process.

Health & Wellness:

• Urban Trail Update – request are…