The Children's Services Council is pleased to share information on the following events and activities. For additional information on the individual events, please contact the sponsoring organizations directly. Events in the weekly blasts are provided to the community free of charge and should not be considered as endorsements by The Children's Services Council.
Fairs & Entertainment       
Haitian Community Resource Fair 
Health Information * School Resources * Face Painting * Giveaways * Food * Games & More! All free and open to the public. 
The Haitian Families Support Committee of the Broward Children's Strategic Plan
Sept. 10 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Fort Lauderdale 
Flier (with vendor registration info)
Facebook Event (Let us know if you're going or interested in attending)

 
2016 Children's Behavioral Health Resource Fair  
Resource Fair * FREE Admission * Food Trucks Available for Lunch. Sponsorship opportunities available. 
Broward County Behavioral Health Partnership and Broward County Public Schools Student Services 
Sept. 15 | 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Coconut Creek 


Children with Special Needs Family Resource Fair  
Join us for a fun and informative day the whole family will enjoy! Parents can learn more about resources available through special needs organizations in Broward County, while kids can participate in a variety of exciting activities. Special Needs Booths * Activities * Entertainment * Quiet Area * Giveaways & Refreshments.
Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital At Memorial 
Sept. 17 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Davie


Food Truck & Fun Night  
Open to the entire community. Bring your family and friends! Food Trucks * Music * Bounce Houses * Raffles * Face Painting & Much More!
Goodman Jewish Family Services of Broward County 
Sept. 21| 5 - 9:00 p.m.
Plantation 


Broward National Welcoming Week  
Come celebrate with us...Tasting America's Flavor! Food * Entertainment * Raffles.
Broward College Project RENEW
Sept. 21| 11:00 a.m.
Coconut Creek 
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Broward County Public Schools Community Mentoring
Are you or your organization interested in mentoring? This meeting is an opportunity to gain information on qualifications and steps in becoming a mentor or community mentoring organization catering to Broward County Public Schools' students. 
Broward County Public Schools Dept. of Equity & Academic Attainment
Sept. 15 | 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Fort Lauderdale
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Blast Schedule:

Please note, in observance of the Labor Day holiday, there will not be a blast the Week of Sept. 5. The next one will be distributed on Monday, Sept. 12. 
CSC Broward Trainings        #CSCBrowardTrains
Infant Mental Health 
Sept. 12 | Reg. Link

Creative Tools to Confidently Lead Groups
Sept. 14 | Reg. Link

Understanding Sexual Orientation Identity 
Sept. 21 | Reg. Link


The CSC Online Learning Center (OLC)
This is a free training website created for any person serving children and families in Broward County. The OLC offers quality and relevant courses that are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week anywhere there is Internet access. Just register, enroll and view.

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Conferences, Trainings & Workshops

10-Week Nurturing Parenting and 6-Week Career Advancement
Nurturing Parent Series:
- Topics include: Positive Discipline Strategies, Stress Management, Communication, Building a Child's Self-Worth, Child Development, Family Morals, Values & Rules

Career Advancement Series:
- Topics include: Resume Writing, Interviewing Skills, Job Search Strategies, Using Job Search Engines, Creating LinkedIn Profile, Telephone Etiquette & Customer Service 101, Tips & Tools for Career Advancement

Jack & Jill Children's Center 
Starting Sept. 1    
Fort Lauderdale  


Maternal Depression Awareness Workshop
Postpartum Depression is the most common complication of childbirth, regularly unrecognized, nevertheless a devastating disorder. Studies estimate that at least 15% to 20% of women who give birth suffer from this condition. It is imperative to educate not only the professionals in this field but the population in general about this disorder. Register today for our next workshop. 
The Postpartum Healing and Education Center  
Sept. 7 | 9 - 11:00 a.m.
Cooper City
Flier  (with information also on Nurturing Parenting ProgramĀ® Facilitator Training)


2016 Child Protection Summit: Registration Now Open
The annual Summit is the largest child welfare event in Florida and the Department anticipates more than 2,800 child welfare professionals and related partners, including: attorneys, case managers, child advocates, child protective investigators and supervisors, Child Protection Team staff, child welfare trainers, court staff, DCF staff, relative and non-relative caregivers, foster and adoptive parents, Guardians ad Litem, judges, law enforcement, juvenile justice professionals, educators, service providers, and youth.
The Florida Department of Children and Families  
Sept. 7-9  
Orlando


Upcoming Trainings
Become an American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) Instructor. 
ARC Broward Learning Institute   
Sept. 8, 15, 22 
Sunrise

Click flier to also learn about Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Monthly Workshop.


An Introduction to Conscious Parenting: Two-Part Experiential Workshop 
Conscious parenting seeks to enable parents to reconnect with and transform themselves through a more present-focused life, while empowering their children to find their purpose, and respond proactively to life challenges by tapping into their inner creativity. Parents will learn and apply practical mindfulness and self awareness tools, and have the opportunity to discuss their own observations through experience of the efficacy of the techniques they learn.
South Florida Wellness Network in collaboration with AHAM Education  
Sept. 8 & 15 | 6 - 8:00 p.m. 
Fort Lauderdale


The Future Leaders Student Success Conference
The Future Leaders Student Success Conference will provide a forum for students, parents, educators, and other community leaders to engage in a dialogue of opportunity for minority males. High school and college students will engage in multiple sessions where they will learn life strategies on how to succeed in Leadership, Education, Careers and Civic Engagement. 
Broward College 
Sept. 17 | 8:30 a.m.
Coconut Creek 


Save the Date: 7th Annual Teens' Transition To Life Summit 
An informative day for youth with learning differences who are interested in college, vocational education & other options in life after high school. The day also includes workshops intended for parents supporting youth transitioning to adulthood. Registration link will be available on CSCBroward.org on Sept. 1.
The Children's Services Council of Broward County  
Sept. 24 | 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 
Fort Lauderdale


"No More Family Secrets" Conference
Free to the public family-friendly event. Free Food and Entertainment * Celebrity Appearances TBA. 
Hosanna's Exposed The Conversation  
Sept. 24 | 2 - 6:00 p.m.
Hallandale Beach
Flier  (with sponsorship info)


Attendance Symposium 
Attend the first countywide Attendance Symposium featuring Hedy Chang, Founder and CEO of Attendance Works. This event offers break-out sessions for specialty groups such as parents, administrators, legislators, community based agencies, the faith-based community and a distance learning session for selected BCPS students.
Broward County Public Schools Student Services Department  
Sept. 30 | 7:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Sunrise


RTWY "Refining the Whole You" Weekend  
For girls ages 8-17. Some of the topics: Increase Self-Esteem, Table Etiquette, Maintaining Personal Hygiene. Weekend includes 5-course meal. 
Inside-Out School of Etiquette 
Oct. 1-3
Plantation 
Other Events

My Future...My Choice! Mentoring Program for Broward Girls  
Are you ready to take charge of your future? Join us every 2nd Saturday. Program activities include: Community Service, Cultural Programs, College Campus Visits, Physical Fitness. Seminars on topics such as: Health/Wellness, Career Counseling, Financial Freedom, College Planning, Self-Esteem. Parent/guardian must accompany student to first meeting.  
My Future My Choice Inc.
Beginning Sept. 10 | 10:30 a.m.
Fort Lauderdale 


Ribbon Cutting: OB Johnson Park/Hepburn Center  
The City of Hallandale Beach is proud to cut the ribbon on the fifth park of the City Wide Parks Master Plan.   
The City of Hallandale Beach
Sept. 17 | 10:00 a.m.
Hallandale Beach


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Because Of Fear, I Said It In Poetry: Speaking Up and Rhyming Out 

On-Call Leadership (Working with youth ages 9-17)
 
2nd & 4th Friday of Every Month
Northwest Gardens Leasing Office 
5:30 - 7:00 p.m. 
Fort Lauderdale 
Flier 
   
 
Grief Support Groups for the Entire Family 
Welcoming children, teens, young adults and families seeking support after the loss of a loved one. In partnership with VITAS Healthcare, the free Peer Support Groups run across Miami-Dade and Broward County. Offering a safe and comfortable environment for participants to explore their emotions along with their peers. Complimentary pizza dinner provided before all group meetings.  
Children's Bereavement Center
Every Wednesday of the month  
Davie
Flier 
   

NJCC Counseling Unit No-Cost Services
The Counseling Unit at NJCC provides forensically sensitive therapeutic services to children, adolescents and adults victimized by the crime of sexual abuse/assault and child victims of physical abuse. Services are also provided to non-offending family members.
Nancy J. Cotterman Center (NJCC) 
Flier 


Ongoing Grief Support Group
Providing free grief support groups to children ages 3 years old through high school and their families who have experienced the death of a loved one. 
Tomorrow's Rainbow
Services occur twice a month on Saturdays or Mondays
 
Website | Flier 
Online Resources
CareerSource Broward, in partnership with Broward College, is excited to announce the launch of Broward Intern -- an innovative internship portal that aims to help bridge the talent gap between employers and individuals seeking internship opportunities with local businesses. This exciting initiative offers employers the opportunity to connect with possible candidates, as well as post internship opportunities within their organizations. ( Flier)


Pregnant? Warning: Zika can cause certain birth defects. There is no vaccine to prevent Zika virus infection, but there are a number of ways to protect your pregnancy. Please click for resources from the Florida Department of Health (DOH) in Broward County.