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In This Issue
Quote of the Week
"A hero is any person really intent on making this a better place for all people." - Maya Angelou
Save the Dates
April 5 - Brenham's Annual Seniors Day

April 29 - Proud Of My Culture 16th Annual Early Childhood Seminar
Event Submissions
Listing your organization's information in the Community Information Digest is easy and free! To have information considered for inclusion in the Digest, please submit it to [email protected] no later than 5:00 pm Tuesdays. All events posted are for the following week, events submitted for the same week will not be included in the Digest.

Inclusion in the Digest is at the sole discretion of 2-1-1 Texas/United Way of the Brazos Valley and is dependent on their guidelines.
For Your Information
Does your organization have an ongoing program that you would like featured? Send it in! Briefly describe the program in 100 words or less. We will list your program in this section for up to two months, at which time you will need to resubmit the program information.

NAMI Brazos Valley Mental Health Support Groups

Free support group for loved ones of someone with mental health issues, and separate, free support group for individuals experiencing mental health or substance use disorders are held concurrently every Tuesday from 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM. For location(s) and more information visit www.namibv.org, send an  email [email protected], or call 2-1-1.

2-1-1 Brazos Valley would like to announce a new way to stay connected! To receive text updates on local resources including Back to School fairs, tax preparation sites, the Summer Food Program, and Holiday Assistance, simply text 211BV to 51555. Data rates may apply.  
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The Local Employee Committee of the State Employee Charitable Campaign (SECC) is accepting applications for Charities for the 2017 SECC Campaign 
and must be received by
Friday, February 17th, 2017 at 5:00 PM. For more information visit 
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Spotlight
Call for Entries for HAT'OFF TO BRA ART, Health For All

For the last two years Health For All has hosted the BRA ART EVENT as an annual fundraiser. This year we are expanding the event to include hats and want to introduce HAT'S OFF TO BRA ART! This fundraiser will include the auction of HEALTH COUTURE ART (both HAT ART & BRA ART) to help raise money for our free clinic serving the uninsured of the Brazos Valley.

We're calling all professional and amateur artists, designers, nonprofits, organizations, businesses, jewelers and community members to submit entries for HAT'S OFF TO BRA ART benefiting Health for All. All ART entries (hats and bras) can incorporate any medium. For entry rules and guidelines visit  www.hlth4all.org/Bra-Art . Get creative for a good cause and help us help our neighbors in need. 

Submit original works of HEALTH COUTURE ART (hats & bras)  on or before February 24th, 2017. All entries will be displayed from 2/27/17 to 3/28/17 when they will be auctioned off at an event filled with music, entertainment, belly dancers, color, and most of all - fun.  All HEALTH COUTURE ART is auctioned with 100% of the proceeds going to Health for All to help with local health needs.

Date:      Deadline February, 24, 2017
Time:     10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Place:    The Village
              210 West 26th Street
              Bryan, TX 77803
Cost:      None
Events
Homebuyer Education Course - The City of College Station
 
Date:       Monday, February 20, 2017
              Monday, February 27, 2017
Time:     6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Place:     College Station Fire Station No. 6
              610 University Drive East
              College Station, TX 77840
Cost:      None ($20 for course book but not required)
 
The City of College Station is offering a four part homebuyer education course in February covering topics such as credit, budgeting, mortgage loans, and shopping for a home. Register today at www.cstx.gov/homebuyer or call 979-764-3778!
Stampede for Need 5K Run/Walk - St. Mary's Catholic Center
 
Date:       Saturday, February 25, 2017
Time:     Registration starts 8:00 AM
              Race Starts 9:00 AM
Place:     Central Park
              1000 Krenek Tap Rd
              College Station, TX 77840
Cost:      Registration is $20 before the race, $15/person for group of 4 or more, $25 on the day of the race
 
All proceeds of the event go to the St. Vincent de Paul Society of Bryan/College Station, providing emergency financial assistance in the community.  For more info or to pre-register online, visit  www.aggiecatholic.org/stampede4need
Tickets Available for Art of Helping Children Silent Auction & Dinner - Voices for Children

Date:      Event Saturday, March 4, 2017
Time:     6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Place:     Brazos County Expo Ballroom
              5827 Leonard Road
              Bryan, TX 77807
Cost:      Tickets are $100
 
Each year, Voices For Children hosts a silent auction and dinner to raise funds for its Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) program and honor community members who dedicate their efforts to improving the health and well-being of children in our community. All proceeds allow VFC to continue to serve abused and neglected children who need a voice in court. Tickets are on sale through Friday, February 17, 2017 at  www.vfcbrazos.org.

And be sure to get a sneak peak of the auction items on our  website starting Monday, February 20, 2017!
Run for the House 5KRun/2KWalk - B/CS Habitat for Humanity
 
Date:       Saturday, March 4, 2017
Time:     Registration/Check-in starts 7:00 AM
              Race Starts 8:00 AM
Place:    Spence Park
              Texas A&M University
              College Station, TX 77840
Cost:      $20 early registration before February 18, 2017 and $25 registration until March 4, 2017
 
All proceeds of the event will go to the B/CS Habitat for Humanity to build decent and affordable homes for low-income families in our community. For more information or to register online, visit  https://raceroster.com/events/2017/11520/run-for-the-house
Job Opportunities
Do you have a job opportunity with your agency? We want to list it! Please send submissions to [email protected]. Include a brief description of the position and further instructions for those interested in applying or getting more information about the opportunity.
Executive Director (Full Time) - Voices For Children, Inc. CASA of Brazos Valley

Voices For Children, Inc. CASA of Brazos Valley is seeking candidates to fill the position of Executive Director.  Resume, Letter of Intent and three references may be submitted to  [email protected] on or before  February 13, 2017

For a description of the position or for more information, please visit  www.vfcbrazos.org
Program Director (Full Time) - Twin City Mission

Youth & Family Services; Full Time; Master's Degree required; Program Mgmt. experience A plus! Supervision of 10-County area;  Send resume' to Doug  Weedon; PO Box 3490, Bryan,  TX 77805 or email at:  [email protected] Twin City Mission is an E.O.E.
Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPCS) - Twin City Mission

Twin City Mission is looking for  A Licensed Professional  Counselor Supervisor (LPCS).   Staff supervision preferred!   Send resume' to Doug Weedon:  PO Box 3490, Bryan, 77805  or email:  [email protected] Twin City Mission is an E.O.E.
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Fact of the Week
The first Superman comic was published in 1938, and in 1992 Superman #75 sold over 6 million copies, making it the best-selling issue of a comic book of all time.
Dates & Holidays
February 19 - Chocolate Mint Day

February 20 - President's Day

February 21 - Card Reading Day

February 22 - George Washington's Birthday

February 23 - International World Thinking Day

February 24 - Tortilla Chip Day
Donations
Homeless Hygiene Drive

Grind4God Ministries is having a Homeless Hygiene Drive! Most needed items include deodorant, tooth paste, shampoo, conditioner, baby wipes, diapers, lotion, tissue rolls, bar soap, razors, socks, and bottled water. They are also accepting restaurant gift cards. The drop off location is located at Grind4God Ministries at 307 South Main Street, Suite 108, Bryan, TX  77803. For more information call 979-703-2975.
Clothing and Diapers Needed

SingleMoms Created4Change assists single mothers and married mothers who are parenting by themselves. They are always in need of and accept all brands and sizes of diapers. Other items such as clothing are accepted on an as-needed basis.  For more information, please call Raquel at (979) 575-1034. 
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