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CT Public: Immigrant families suffer in CT's child care crisis. A report says universal funding could fix that

Patricia Somorcurcio, originally from Peru, has resided in Hartford for over a decade. She has a 4-year-old daughter diagnosed with stage one autism, who attends a special needs speech and behavior therapy program...

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Added by Lee Cruz on January 10, 2024 at 4:38am — No Comments

CT Mirror: Child care, preschool slots for CT children are dropping, report says

The report says the number of preschool slots alone has dropped 4% from 2022, to the lowest number since at least 2005.

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https://ctmirror.org/2024/01/09/ct-voices-children-child-care-preschool

Added by Lee Cruz on January 10, 2024 at 4:33am — No Comments

Important legislation takes effect: CT’s ‘clean slate’ law...

Officials and advocates on Monday celebrated that Connecticut’s long-delayed “clean slate” law goes into effect in January
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Added by Lee Cruz on January 8, 2024 at 7:48am — No Comments

How to Break Free from Unrealistic Expectations for Inner Peace and Serenity

Part 1 of 5: Overcoming Unrealistic Expectations





Photo Credit: ph-m-chung

One of the most disruptive patterns I discovered in early recovery was that I had…

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Added by Barb Nangle on January 5, 2024 at 7:00am — No Comments

The Fixing Father's Team is taking a bunch of kids to NYC to see THE WIZ!

Hello Friends and Supporters of Fixing Fathers, Inc.,
We're thrilled to announce that we're planning a magical trip for two busloads of kids to the heart of NYC to experience the legendary Broadway show, The Wiz. For many of these young people, this will be their first encounter with live theater, a transformative experience that could ignite a lifelong love for the arts. Today marks an important milestone in our journey - we've secured 35 tickets! But…
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Added by DAVID ASBERY on January 4, 2024 at 10:10am — No Comments

Why It's None of Your Business What Others Think of You

Photo Credit: Dayne Topkin

When I first heard the saying, “It's none of your business what other people think of you”, I had no idea what that meant. I seriously couldn’t wrap my mind around it. Every time I thought about that saying, it…

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Added by Barb Nangle on January 4, 2024 at 6:48am — No Comments

16 Ways to Fall in Love with Yourself Part 3 of 3

Photo Credit: Tim Mossholder

I believe I’ve always pretty much liked myself. But I realized in recovery that I didn’t really love myself, and I didn’t feel worthy. When I inventoried my life, I could see, “Those were not the behaviors of a woman who feels worthy and loves herself.” Learning to love myself has been one of the…

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Added by Barb Nangle on December 22, 2023 at 7:00am — No Comments

BLUE DOES NOT MEAN SKY: A City Gallery Group Show

Featuring Work by Judy Atlas, Meg Bloom, Phyllis Crowley, and Rita Hannafin

 

French painter Henri Matisse once explained, “When I apply green, that does not mean grass, when I apply blue, that does not mean sky.” Abstract Art does not attempt to be literal in that way; it uses other means to…

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Added by Jen Payne on December 20, 2023 at 2:34am — No Comments

From tree planting to ‘sponge cities’: why nature-based solutions are crucial to fighting the climate crisis

Wed 29 Nov 2023 06.00 EST

The natural world underpins human civilisation on every corner of the planet. From oceans to rainforests, grasslands to mangrove swamps, ecosystems feed billions of humans, produce clean water and provide materials for shelter. As the planet heats, scientists and conservationists are urging the world to harness…

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Added by Lee Cruz on December 19, 2023 at 5:49am — No Comments

16 Ways to Fall in Love with Yourself Part 2 of 3

Photo Credit: Fellipe Ditadi

Learning to love yourself is one of the most incredible gifts you can give yourself. In essence, treat yourself as if you are beloved, and you will be.

This is the second of my three-part series on how to love yourself. In case you missed the first one, here’s what the first five…

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Added by Barb Nangle on December 15, 2023 at 7:00am — No Comments

16 Ways to Fall in Love with Yourself Part 1 of 3

Photo Credit: Fellipe Ditadi

On a recent call with a private client, she said, “I am falling in love with myself!”

I cannot tell you how unbelievably awesome that makes me feel! My heart is swollen with pride and love that I get to shepherd her on her journey to self-love. Mind you, that was only after four weeks of working…

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Added by Barb Nangle on December 8, 2023 at 7:00am — No Comments

Space needed to make closet for the homeless and less fortunate

Moved With Compassion Ministry is a Charitable nonprofit 501c3 organization in New Haven. Our mission is to provide basic needs such as food, clothing along with educational and spiritual assistance so that those in the community can live with dignity and respect. We currently distribute clothing out of a basement in New Haven.  Clothing are issued to individual as requested.  We attend community events and set up tables with clothes, books and toys that we give out. We have a passion to…

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Added by Avereta Clarke on December 5, 2023 at 5:03pm — 1 Comment

Just Because You're Willing to Do Something Doesn't Mean You Want to Do It

Photo Credit: Ozkan Guner

The concept of willingness is something we talk about frequently in recovery. We say if you’re willing, you can make it through just about anything.” But just because you’re willing to do something doesn’t mean you want to do that thing.

I am willing to have the…

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Added by Barb Nangle on December 1, 2023 at 7:00am — No Comments

Why Your Own Opinion of Yourself Matters and How To Improve It

Photo Credit: Vanessa Kintaudi

This is, by…

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Added by Barb Nangle on November 24, 2023 at 7:00am — No Comments

A Poem by Rabbi Irwin Keller

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Added by Lee Cruz on November 24, 2023 at 5:00am — No Comments

With CT shoreline flooding rising, officials turn to natural mitigation

November 5, 2023



The Chittenden beachfront area. The marsh is inundated from Long Island Sound, which has also washed up sand and debris. Nearby houses are in increasing jeopardy of flooding. JAN ELLEN SPIEGEL…

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Added by Lee Cruz on November 22, 2023 at 5:30am — No Comments

America’s Mural Magic: How Street Art Can Transform Communities And Help Businesses

Street art is no longer rejected as merely deleterious graffiti or vandalism, but rather, it can be the source of civic pride, public artistry, and outdoor engagement in cities across America. Strategically placed art—on the side of a business, under a bridge, on the exterior walls of a community center—not only helps with the beautification of a neighborhood, but also, it can be a return of investment for commerce...…

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Added by Lee Cruz on November 22, 2023 at 5:30am — No Comments

The Bruce Museum Seeks Chief Operating Officer

Position Summary

The Chief Operating Officer (COO), in partnership with the Executive Director and CEO, will serve as a co-leader and the primary administrative, operational, and facility leader of the newly revitalized The Bruce Museum. An engaged leader, the COO will be committed to organizational excellence and possess a deep appreciation for the changing museum field, community engagement, and high-quality visitor experiences. The COO will be the primary liaison…

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Added by Arts Consulting Group on November 20, 2023 at 6:00am — No Comments

Executive Director Search - Christian Community Action

We are excited to announce the search for the Executive Director of Christian Community Action. (CCA), based in New Haven, Connecticut.  The Board and staff wish to celebrate and honor the incredible 35 years of service, passion, commitment and impact of Rev. Bonita Grubbs, the outgoing Executive Director, by ensuring CCA remains a leader in promoting independence for local individuals and families. 



CCA’s Board of Directors seeks a new Executive Director who will provide…

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Added by Michael Negrón on November 17, 2023 at 3:56am — No Comments

Stop Blaming Other People and Take Control Over Your Life

Photo Credit: Adi Goldstein



If you’re the kind of person who is always looking for someone to blame, welcome to the club! That was me. But I didn’t even realize that was what I was doing until I got into recovery. I’ve come to realize that I have an…

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Added by Barb Nangle on November 17, 2023 at 7:00am — No Comments

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PNC Bank Invests $20 Million in LISC to Fuel Growth in Under-resourced Communities

New capital from PNC Bank includes innovative, equity-like funding to support LISC’s long-term community investment strategies. "With this capital, PNC has made a remarkable commitment to the well-being of families and communities, with a ripple effect that will support economic growth long into the future,” said Michael Pugh, LISC president and CEO.

Nadia Villagrán Named to Lead Rural LISC, Fuel New Investments in Housing, Economic Development, Jobs

With deep personal and professional experience in rural community development, Villagrán, a veteran LISC staffer, will build on nearly 30 years of Rural LISC investments in affordable housing, workforce development, economic growth and culture.

LISC & Enterprise to Launch New Book on Community Development & Climate Resilience

Next month, LISC and Enterprise Community Partners will release “What’s Possible: Investing NOW for Prosperous, Sustainable Neighborhoods,” an urgent collection of essays on the intersection of community development and climate resilience.

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