Events in September–November 2024
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College Career Fair College Career Fair
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September 26, 2024College, Careers, and Connections
Presented by the Colorado Center for the Blind
- Date:
- Thursday, September 26, 2024
- Time:
- 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
- Location:
- Colorado Center for the Blind
2233 W Shepperd Ave, Littleton, CO 80120
Join us for an inspiring College and Career Seminar! You will meet blind people employed in diverse occupations and learn how they handle all aspects of their jobs.
What to Expect:
- Gain valuable insights from engaging speakers who excel in their respective fields.
- Participate in thought-provoking panels with industry professionals and hear about current trends and challenges in various career paths.
- Explore a wide range of career opportunities at our interactive career fair.
- Connect and network with individuals in interest-based breakouts, including topics such as the Business Enterprise Program, Social Security benefits, Vocational Rehabilitation services, working remotely, and what local colleges and universities have to offer.
Lunch will be provided to all attendees. Please tell us about your dietary restrictions, if any, in your RSVP email.
We are excited to host the following partners in our career fair:
- Amazon
- Target
- Regional Transportation District (RTD)
- Colorado Talking Book Library (CTBL)
- City of Littleton
- Dirt Coffee
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
- National Blindness Professional Certification Board (NBPCB)
- Arapahoe-Douglas Works
Who Should Attend:
- High school students 15 or older exploring college and career options.
- College students seeking guidance and advice for their future careers.
- Individuals of all ages interested in learning about various career paths.
- Teachers and professionals that work with the blind.
Registration:
This event is free to attend, but reserving your spot is required.
RSVP to Charles Bennett at Cbennett@cocenter.org.
For more information, you can email Charles or call him at (303) 778-1130 ext. 228.
There are limited seats available, so secure your spot now!
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to gain valuable insights into pursuing a career as a blind person, make meaningful connections, and kickstart your journey towards a successful future!
Charles Bennett
NOMC
Employment Specialist and Alumni RelationsThe Colorado Center for the Blind is a training center and community of blind and low vision people, proudly affiliated with the National Federation of the Blind.We believe blind people can do anything. Every day, we encourage and challenge each student—and they come to understand their potential as they build the skills and confidence to live the life they want. Because when you believe in yourself and experience a thriving community of positive blind people, nothing can hold you back from pursuing your dreams.
Colorado Center for the Blind2233 W. Shepperd Ave.Littleton, CO 80120303-778-1130 -
Don’t Miss National Federation of the Blind of Denver’s Craft Fair Don’t Miss National Federation of the Blind of Denver’s Craft Fair
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November 9, 2024Location: Colorado Center for the Blind
2233 W. Shepperd Ave.
Littleton, CO 80121We’ll have up to 25 vendors selling arts, crafts, and all of it great for holiday gifts.
We’ll have baked goodies, as well as breakfast and lunch options for sale. Everyone is welcome. And admission is free!
Are you a vendor or know someone with something fun to sell? We still have tables (with two chairs) available at $50 each. Please contact Brittany Savage at 804-832-5439 or call her at the Colorado Center for the Blind: 303-778-1130, ext. 232.
Funds we raise are used by the National Federation of the Blind of Denver to promote our education, employment, and advocacy efforts.
Thank you so much and hope to see you there.
Colorado Center for the Blind2233 W. Shepperd Ave.Littleton, CO 80120303-778-1130