Northern Region Job Fairs and Workshops

There are job fairs and workshops through out California to serve our customers and help them get the career guidance they need. Job fairs and workshops for veterans are also included, just look for the American flag. If you would like to choose a different region, please go to the Job Fairs and Workshops Main Page.

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Résumé Workshop (Self Paced) – Concord

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
EASTBAY Works Career Center 4071 Port Chicago Highway Suite 250 Concord	Monday, May 14, 2012 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.	This workshop offers job seekers the chance to create their résumés at their own pace while receiving professional feedback. For more information, call Walter Yuhre (925) 602-0111

Computer Workshop (Word Processing) – Concord

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
EASTBAY Works Career Center 4071 Port Chicago Highway Suite 250 Concord	Monday, May 14, 2012 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.	This workshop will help job seekers develop basic word processing skills using Microsoft Word. For more information, call Darlene Abbott (925) 602-5035

Labor Market Information Workshop – Concord

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
EASTBAY Works Career Center 4071 Port Chicago Highway Suite 250 Concord	Monday, May 14, 2012 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.	Strengthen your job search by learning about labor market growth projections and career exploration resources. For more information, call Darlene Abbott (925) 602-5035

Basic Computer Workshop – Eureka

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Employment Development Department/The Job Market 409 K Street Eureka	Monday, May 14, 2012 9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.	The workshop will help job seekers develop basic computer skills, create an e-mail account, and conduct job searches. For more information, call EDD/The Job Market (707) 441-5627

Job Club Workshop – Eureka

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Employment Development Department/The Job Market 409 K Street Eureka	Monday, May 14, 2012, through Friday, May 18, 2012 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.	This workshop will provide information on job search resources, labor market information, résumé writing and interviews. For more information, call EDD/The Job Market (707) 441-5627

Veterans Networking Group – Fairfield 

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Solano Employment Connection 320 Campus Lane Fairfield	Monday, May 14, 2012 8:30 a.m. – 10 a.m.	The workshop will provide information on veteran services, job search techniques, résumé writing and more. For more information, call Joe Snell (707) 863-3574

Computer Workshop (Spreadsheets) – Gilroy

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
work2future Gilroy One-Stop 7800 Arroyo Circle Gilroy	Monday, May 14, 2012, through Wednesday, May 16, 2012 8:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.	This workshop will help job seekers develop basic computer skills using Microsoft Excel. Workshop available to registered work2future members. Prior registration is required. Please call (408) 846-1480 to register. For more information, call Kathy Parker (408) 846-1480

Career Exploration Workshop – Napa

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Napa County Library 580 Coombs Street Napa	Monday, May 14, 2012 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Walk-ins welcome.	Topics include identifying skills, researching labor market information, and developing career strategies. For more information, call Mindy Nahlen (707) 253-4031

Résumé Review Workshop – Oakland

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Eastbay Works Oakland One-Stop Career Center 1212 Broadway Suite 200 Oakland	Monday, May 14, 2012 12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.	This workshop offers professional and personalized feedback on the job seeker’s résumé. Please bring your résumé. For more information, call LaKeisha Morgan (530) 622-4333

Veterans Job Club – Redding  

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Redding Workforce Services 1325 Pine Street Mount Lassen Room Redding	Monday, May 14, 2012 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.	The Veterans Job Club is open to all veteran job seekers and offers new topics, networking, and/or guest speakers each week. For more information, call Jim Sains or Kevin Marshall (530) 225-2185

Résumé Workshop – Sacramento

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Mark Sanders Career Center 2901 50th Street Sacramento	Monday, May 14, 2012 10 a.m. – 12 noon	Topics include developing an effective résumé and composing cover and thank you letters. For more information, call Sacramento Workforce Office (916) 227-0301

Résumé Review Workshop – San Jose

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
work2future San Jose One-Stop 1601 Foxworthy Avenue San Jose	Monday, May 14, 2012 8:30 a.m. – 12 noon	This workshop offers professional and personalized feedback on the job seeker’s résumé. Please bring your résumé. Workshop available to registered work2future members. Prior registration is required. Please call (408) 369-3606 to register. For more information, call Carl Begay (408) 369-3606

Project Management Workshop (Part 1 of 3) – San Jose

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
work2future San Jose One-Stop 1601 Foxworthy Avenue San Jose	Monday, May 14, 2012 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.	This workshop will help job seekers develop project management skills. Workshop available to registered work2future members. Prior registration is required. Please call (408) 369-3606 to register. For more information, call Carl Begay (408) 369-3606

Computer Workshop (Word Processing) – San Jose

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
work2future San Jose One-Stop 1601 Foxworthy Avenue San Jose	Monday, May 14, 2012, through Wednesday, May 16, 2012 8:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.	This workshop will help job seekers develop basic word processing skills using Microsoft Word. Workshop available to registered work2future members. Prior registration is required. Please call (408) 369-3606 to register. For more information, call Carl Begay (408) 369-3606

Business Writing Workshop (Part 5 of 5) – San Jose

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
work2future San Jose One-Stop 1601 Foxworthy Avenue San Jose	Monday, May 14, 2012 12:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.	Improve your writing skills by learning to communicate with different audiences. Workshop available to registered work2future members. Prior registration is required. Please call (408) 369-3606 to register. For more information, call Carl Begay (408) 369-3606

Computer Workshop (Accounting) – San Jose

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
work2future San Jose One-Stop 1601 Foxworthy Avenue San Jose	Monday, May 14, 2012, through Wednesday, May 16, 2012 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.	This workshop will help job seekers develop intermediate bookkeeping skills using Intuit QuickBooks. Workshop available to registered work2future members. Prior registration is required. Please call (408) 369-3606 to register. For more information, call Carl Begay (408) 369-3606

Computer Workshop (Presentations) – Sunnyvale

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Sunnyvale CONNECT! Center 420 South Pastoria Avenue Sunnyvale	Monday, May 14, 2012, through Thursday, May 17, 2012 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.	This workshop will help job seekers develop basic presentation skills using Microsoft PowerPoint. Workshop available to registered CONNECT! members. Prior registration is required. Please call (408) 774-2365 to register. For more information, call Rosie Morales (408) 774-2365

Career Exploration Workshop – Sunnyvale

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Sunnyvale CONNECT! Center 420 South Pastoria Avenue Sunnyvale	Monday, May 14, 2012 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.	Topics include identifying skills, researching labor market information and developing career strategies. Workshop available on a first-come basis to registered CONNECT! members. For more information, call Rosie Morales (408) 774-2365

Library Orientation – Sunnyvale

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Sunnyvale CONNECT! Center 420 South Pastoria Avenue Sunnyvale	Monday, May 14, 2012 1 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.	Topics include learning about library resources and services. Workshop available on a first-come basis to registered CONNECT! members. For more information, call Rosie Morales (408) 774-2365

Social Media Workshop (LinkedIn) – Sunnyvale

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Sunnyvale CONNECT! Center 420 South Pastoria Avenue Sunnyvale	Monday, May 14, 2012 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.	This workshop will cover using LinkedIn as a job search tool and to prepare for interviews. Topics include basic navigation techniques including profile set-up, connections, and account settings and management. Workshop available on a first-come basis to registered CONNECT! members. For more information, call Rosie Morales (408) 774-2365

Computer Workshop (Database) – Sunnyvale

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Sunnyvale CONNECT! Center 420 South Pastoria Avenue Sunnyvale	Monday, May 14, 2012, through Thursday, May 17, 2012 1 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.	This workshop will help job seekers develop basic database skills using Microsoft Access. Workshop available to registered CONNECT! members. Prior registration is required. Please call (408) 774-2365 to register. For more information, call Rosie Morales (408) 774-2365

Résumé Workshop – Sunnyvale

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Sunnyvale CONNECT! Center 420 South Pastoria Avenue Sunnyvale	Monday, May 14, 2012 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.	Topics include developing an effective résumé and composing cover and thank you letters. Workshop available on a first-come basis to registered CONNECT! members. For more information, call Rosie Morales (408) 774-2365

Résumé Workshop – Campbell

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
work2future Campbell One-Stop 2450 South Bascom Avenue Campbell	Tuesday, May 15, 2012 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.	Topics include developing an effective résumé and composing cover and thank you letters. Workshop available to registered work2future members. Prior registration is required. Please call (408) 369-3606 to register. For more information, call Carl Begay (408) 369-3606

Résumé Review Workshop – Capitola

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Capitola Career Center 2045 40th Avenue Suite B Capitola	Tuesday, May 15, 2012 1 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.	This workshop offers professional and personalized feedback on the job seeker’s résumé. This 30-minute 1-on-1 session with a résumé review specialist will help you fine tune your résumé for optimal effectiveness. Appointments available: 1 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3:15 p.m., 3:45 p.m., and 4:15 p.m. For more information, call Chad Davies (831) 464-6281 Charlie Miksicek (831) 464-6268

Résumé Workshop – Concord

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
EASTBAY Works Career Center 4071 Port Chicago Highway Suite 250 Concord	Tuesday, May 15, 2012 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.	Topics include developing an effective résumé and composing cover and thank you letters. For more information, call Walter Yuhre (925) 602-0111

Skills Assessment Workshop – Concord

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
EASTBAY Works Career Center 4071 Port Chicago Highway Suite 250 Concord	Tuesday, May 15, 2012 12 noon – 1 p.m.	The workshop will help job seekers assess their skills and develop career strategies. The Skill Scan assessment will be administered. For more information, call Walter Yuhre (925) 602-0111

Networking Workshop – Concord

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
EASTBAY Works Career Center 4071 Port Chicago Highway Suite 250 Concord	Tuesday, May 15, 2012 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.	The workshop will help job seekers develop professional networking skills. For more information, call Walter Yuhre (925) 602-0111

Networking Group – Fairfield

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Solano Employment Connection 320 Campus Lane Fairfield	Tuesday, May 15, 2012 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.	This group is open to all job seekers and offers new topics, networking, and/or guest speakers each week. For more information, call Joe Snell (707) 863-3574

Résumé Workshop – Gilroy

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
work2future Gilroy One-Stop 7800 Arroyo Circle Gilroy	Tuesday, May 15, 2012 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.	Topics include developing an effective résumé and composing cover and thank you letters. Workshop available to registered work2future members. Prior registration is required. Please call (408) 846-1480 to register. For more information, call Kathy Parker (408) 846-1480

General Education Development (GED) Workshop – Lakeport

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Lake One-Stop Inc. 55 First Street Lakeport	Tuesday, May 15, 2012 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.	Study and take your GED exam. The workshop includes GED topic review and practice tests. The GED exam, books, and practice tests are provided at no cost. For more information, call Chris Taliaferro (707) 262-3116

Job Club General Meeting – Manteca

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Employment Development Department WorkNet 302 Northgate Drive Manteca	Tuesday May 15, 2012 9 a.m. – 12 noon	The Professional Resource Network (PRN), Experience Unlimited chapter is a career transition center for professional, managerial and technical job seekers. General Meeting: Come visit as our guest and consider joining. To participate in workshops, you must first attend an orientation and join PRN. For more information, visit www.sjcprn.org or call Marivel Hernandez (209) 825-1300

Basic Computer Workshop (Session 4) – Oakland

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Eastbay Works Oakland One-Stop Career Center 1212 Broadway Suite 100 Oakland	Tuesday, May 15, 2012 9 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.	Internet & E-mail Basics - The workshop will help job seekers develop online job search skills, create an e-mail account and navigate search engines. For more information, call LaKeisha Morgan (530) 622-4333

Social Media Workshop (LinkedIn & Twitter) – Oakland

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Eastbay Works Oakland One-Stop Career Center 1212 Broadway Suite 100 Oakland	Tuesday, May 15, 2012 1:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.	The workshop will give job seekers hands-on experience working with LinkedIn profiles and Twitter job search. For more information, call LaKeisha Morgan (530) 622-4333

Résumé Workshop – Oakland

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Eastbay Works Oakland One-Stop Career Center 1212 Broadway Suite 200 Oakland	Tuesday, May 15, 2012 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. And Wednesday, May 16, 2012 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.	Topics include developing an effective résumé and composing cover and thank you letters. For more information, call LaKeisha Morgan (530) 622-4330

Hidden Job Market Workshop – Sacramento

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Sacramento Food Bank and Family Services 3333 Third Avenue Sacramento	Tuesday, May 15, 2012 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.	The workshop will assist job seekers discover jobs that are often not advertised. For more information, call Sacramento Workforce Services (916) 227-0301

Project Management Workshop (Part 2 of 3) – San Jose

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
work2future San Jose One-Stop 1601 Foxworthy Avenue San Jose	Tuesday, May 15, 2012 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.	This workshop will help job seekers develop project management skills. Workshop available to registered work2future members. Prior registration is required. Please call (408) 369-3606 to register. For more information, call Carl Begay (408) 369-3606

Presentation Skills Workshop (Part 1 of 2) – San Jose

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
work2future San Jose One-Stop 1601 Foxworthy Avenue San Jose	Tuesday, May 15, 2012 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.	This two-day workshop teaches public speaking skills. Topics include communication skills, presentation planning, how to limit your information. Workshop available to registered work2future members. Prior registration is required. Please call (408) 369-3606 to register. For more information, call Carl Begay (408) 369-3606

Training Information Workshop – Santa Rosa

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Sonoma County Job Link 2227 Capricorn Way Santa Rosa	Tuesday, May 15,2012 10 a.m. – 12 noon Doors will close at 9:55 a.m.	This workshop covers the various trainings available to eligible customers under the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) Program. Must attend Job Link’s Orientation prior to attending this workshop. For more information, call Chris Sorg (707) 565-5519

Youth Workshop – Stockton

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
San Joaquin County WorkNet 56 South Lincoln Street Stockton	Tuesday, May 15, 2012 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.	This workshop will introduce San Joaquin County’s youth services, programs, and resources. The workshop is targeted for youth ages 16 to 21, but all youths are welcome. Please register ten minutes prior to start at the reception desk in the lobby. For more information, call Steven Martinez (209) 953-5638

Skills Assessment Workshop – Sunnyvale

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Sunnyvale CONNECT! Center 420 South Pastoria Avenue Sunnyvale	Tuesday, May 15, 2012 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.	The workshop will help job seekers assess their skills and develop career strategies using “ProveIt!” Workshop available on a first-come basis to registered CONNECT! members. For more information, call Rosie Morales (408) 774-2365

Interview Workshop – Sunnyvale

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Sunnyvale CONNECT! Center 420 South Pastoria Avenue Sunnyvale	Tuesday, May 15, 2012 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.	Topics include interview techniques, highlighting success and turning negative to positive. Bring résumé and sample job description. Workshop available on a first-come basis to registered CONNECT! members. For more information, call Rosie Morales (408) 774-2365

Job Search Workshop – Sunnyvale

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Sunnyvale CONNECT! Center 420 South Pastoria Avenue Sunnyvale	Tuesday, May 15, 2012 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.	Job seekers will learn skills, tips, and tools to become successful in their employment search. Workshop available on a first-come basis to registered CONNECT! members. For more information, call Rosie Morales (408) 774-2365

Job Club Meeting – Walnut Creek

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Congregation B’nai Shalom 74 Eckley Lane Walnut Creek	Tuesday, May 15, 2012 9 a.m. – 12 noon	The Experience Unlimited Job Club is open to any jobseeker in a professional, managerial, or administrative field and offers new topics, networking, and/or guest speakers each week. The featured speaker is Bob Gardner. For more information, call Lew Gossage (925) 602-0134

Skills Assessment Workshop – Concord

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
EASTBAY Works Career Center 4071 Port Chicago Highway Suite 250 Concord	Wednesday, May 16, 2012 9 a.m. – 12 noon	The workshop will help job seekers assess their skills and develop career strategies. The Key Train assessment will be administered. For more information, call Walter Yuhre (925) 602-0111

Career Center Orientation (Spanish) – Concord

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
EASTBAY Works Career Center 4071 Port Chicago Highway Suite 250 Concord	Wednesday, May 16, 2012 11 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.	This workshop is conducted in Spanish. It will cover services, programs, and resources available at the center. For more information, call Enrique Montes (925) 602-5037

Career Center Orientation – Concord

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
EASTBAY Works Career Center 4071 Port Chicago Highway Suite 250 Concord	Wednesday, May 16, 2012 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.	This workshop will cover services, programs, and resources available at the center. For more information, call Walter Yuhre (925) 602-0111

Job Search Workshop – Concord

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
EASTBAY Works Career Center 4071 Port Chicago Highway Suite 250 Concord	Wednesday, May 16, 2012 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.	Job seekers will learn skills, tips, and tools to become successful in their employment search. For more information, call Darlene Abbott (925) 602-5035

Résumé Workshop – Eureka

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Employment Development Department/The Job Market 409 K Street Eureka	Wednesday, May 16, 2012 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.	Topics include developing an effective résumé while receiving professional feedback. For more information, call Barbara Horvitz (707) 441-5714

Employer Advisory Council (EAC) Seminar – Eureka

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
EDD/Northcoast Employer Advisory Council Red Lion Hotel 1929 Fourth Street Eureka	Wednesday, May 16, 2012 12 noon – 2 p.m. Check-in: 11:30 a.m. – 12 noon	The Northcoast Employer Advisory Council seminar topic is “Retail Fraud” and is presented by Carol Mayes and Donna Taylor. Cost: $18 For more information, call Barbara Horvitz (707) 441-5714

Job Club Orientation – Manteca

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Employment Development Department 302 Northgate Drive Manteca	Wednesday, May 16, 2012 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.	The Professional Resource Network (PRN), Experience Unlimited chapter is a career transition center for professional, managerial and technical job seekers. 60 Second Me: Learn how to introduce yourself quickly and effectively to a potential employer. To participate in workshops, you must first attend orientation and join PRN. For more information visit www.sjcprn.org or call Marivel Hernandez (209) 825-1300

Résumé Workshop – Marysville

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Yuba County One-Stop 1114 Yuba Street Marysville	Wednesday, May 16, 2012 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.	Topics include developing an effective résumé and composing cover and thank you letters. For more information, call John Tarochione (530) 749-4880

Labor Market Information Workshop – Richmond

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Richmond Works Career Center 330 25th Street Richmond	Wednesday, May 16, 2012 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.	Strengthen your job search by learning about labor market growth projections and career exploration resources. For more information, call Darlene Abbott (925) 602-5035

Basic Computer Workshop – San Francisco

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Employment Development Department 801 Turk Street San Francisco	Wednesday, May 16, 2012 10 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.	The workshop will help job seekers develop basic computer skills, create an e-mail account, and conduct job searches. Prior registration required. Please register at www.caljobs.ca.gov and bring right to work documents. For more information, call Frances Oda (415) 749-7560

Veterans Job Search Workshop – San Francisco 

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
San Francisco War Memorial Veterans Building, #205 401 Van Ness Avenue San Francisco	Wednesday, May 16, 2012 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.	The workshop will provide information on veteran services, job search techniques, résumé writing, and more. Prior registration required. Please register at www.caljobs.ca.gov and bring right to work documents. For more information, call Bruce Goodchild (415) 749-5290

Résumé Review Workshop – San Jose

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
work2future San Jose One-Stop 1601 Foxworthy Avenue San Jose	Wednesday, May 16, 2012 8:30 a.m. – 12 noon	This workshop offers professional and personalized feedback on the job seeker’s résumé. Please bring your résumé. Workshop available to registered work2future members. Prior registration is required. Please call (408) 369-3606 to register. For more information, call Carl Begay (408) 369-3606

Applications Workshop – Stockton

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
San Joaquin County WorkNet 56 South Lincoln Street Stockton	Wednesday, May 16, 2012 9 a.m. – 12 noon	This workshop will provide information on how to apply for jobs effectively. Please register ten minutes prior to start at the reception desk in the lobby. For more information, call Steven Martinez (209) 953-5638

Job Club Orientation – Sunnyvale

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Sunnyvale CONNECT! Center 420 South Pastoria Avenue Sunnyvale	Wednesday, May 16, 2012 8:15 a.m. – 11 a.m.	This workshop will provide an overview of the ProMatch Job Club, including the benefits and requirements of becoming a member. Workshop available on a first-come basis to registered CONNECT! members. For more information, call Rosie Morales (408) 774-2365

Interview Workshop – Sunnyvale

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Sunnyvale CONNECT! Center 420 South Pastoria Avenue Sunnyvale	Wednesday, May 16, 2012 9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.	Topics include interview techniques, highlighting success and turning negative to positive. Bring résumé and sample job description. Workshop available on a first-come basis to registered CONNECT! members. For more information, call Rosie Morales (408) 774-2365

On-The-Job Training Workshop – Sunnyvale

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Sunnyvale CONNECT! Center 420 South Pastoria Avenue Sunnyvale	Wednesday, May 16, 2012 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.	This workshop will help job seekers identify training opportunities where employers compensate the trainee while he/she learns a new skill. Workshop available on a first-come basis to registered CONNECT! members. For more information, call Rosie Morales (408) 774-2365

Older Worker Workshop – Sunnyvale

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Sunnyvale CONNECT! Center 420 South Pastoria Avenue Sunnyvale	Wednesday, May 16, 2012 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.	This workshop will provide information to older workers who have concerns that their age or experience may create obstacles. Workshop available on a first-come basis to registered CONNECT! members. For more information, call Rosie Morales (408) 774-2365

Social Media Workshop (LinkedIn II) – Sunnyvale

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Sunnyvale CONNECT! Center 420 South Pastoria Avenue Sunnyvale	Wednesday, May 16, 2012 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.	This workshop will cover using LinkedIn as a job search tool and to prepare for interviews. Topics include intermediate navigation techniques. Workshop available on a first-come basis to registered CONNECT! members. For more information, call Rosie Morales (408) 774-2365

Applications Workshop – Tracy

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Tracy WorkNet Center 543 West Grantline Road Suite 103 Tracy	Wednesday, May 16, 2012 9 a.m. – 12 noon.	This workshop will provide information on how to apply for jobs effectively. Workshop available on a first-come basis to registered WorkNet members. For more information, call Roy Alday (209) 831-5017

Youth Workshop – Tracy

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Tracy WorkNet Center 543 West Grantline Road Suite 103 Tracy	Wednesday, May 16, 2012 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.	This workshop will provide information to youth job seekers ages 16 to 21. Parents are encouraged to come if interested. For more information, call Roy Alday (209) 831-5017

Interview Workshop – Campbell

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
work2future Campbell One-Stop 2450 South Bascom Avenue Campbell	Thursday, May 17, 2012 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.	Topics include interview techniques, highlighting success and turning negative to positve. Bring résumé and sample job description. Workshop available to registered work2future members. Prior registration is required. Please call (408) 369-3606 to register. For more information, call Carl Begay (408) 369-3606

Employment Opportunity – Capitola

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Capitola Career Center 2045 40th Avenue Suite B Capitola	Thursday, May 17, 2012, through Saturday May 19, 2012 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.	Target will be recruiting about 250 employees on its grand opening in July 2012. This recruiting event is open to the public. Applicants are encouraged to complete the following steps in advance: Complete a Target application: www.target.com/careers Register with CalJOBSSM Apply for a Workforce Santa Cruz County Membership Card For more information, call Chad Davies (831) 464-6281

Positive Attitude Workshop – Concord

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
EASTBAY Works Career Center 4071 Port Chicago Highway Suite 250 Concord	Thursday, May 17, 2012 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.	Job seekers will learn skills, tips, and tools to become successful in their employment search. For more information, call Walter Yuhre (925) 602-0111

Interview Review Workshop – Concord

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
EASTBAY Works Career Center 4071 Port Chicago Highway Suite 250 Concord	Thursday, May 17, 2012 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.	Topics include interview techniques, verbal communication, and body language. For more information, call Darlene Abbott (925) 602-5035

Stress Management Workshop – Concord

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
EASTBAY Works Career Center 4071 Port Chicago Highway Suite 250 Concord	Thursday, May 17, 2012 2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.	Topics include stress management and positive thinking. For more information, call Jennifer Hollington (925) 602-5025

Skills Assessment Workshop – Concord

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
EASTBAY Works Career Center 4071 Port Chicago Highway Suite 250 Concord	Thursday, May 17, 2012 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.	The workshop will help job seekers assess their skills and develop career strategies. The Keirsey assessment will be administered. For more information, call Walter Yuhre (925) 602-0111

Networking Group – Fairfield

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Solano Employment Connection 320 Campus Lane Fairfield	Thursday, May 17, 2012 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.	This group is open to all job seekers and offers new topics, networking, and/or guest speakers each week. For more information, call Joe Snell (707) 863-3574

Interview Workshop – Gilroy

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
work2future Gilroy One-Stop 7800 Arroyo Circle Gilroy	Thursday, May 17, 2012 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.	Topics include interview techniques, verbal communication, and body language. Workshop available to registered work2future members. Prior registration is required. Please call (408) 846-1480 to register. For more information, call Kathy Parker (408) 846-1480

Basic Computer Workshop – Hayward

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Employment Development Department/Eden One-Stop Center 24100 Amador St. 3rd Floor Hayward	Thursday, May 17, 2012 10 a.m. – 12 noon	The workshop will help job seekers develop basic computer skills, create an e-mail account, and conduct job searches. For more information, call EDD/Workforce Services (510) 259-3523

Résumé Workshop – Lakeport

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Lake One-Stop Inc. 55 First Street Lakeport	Thursday, May 17, 2012 9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.	Topics include developing an effective résumé and composing cover and thank you letters. For more information, call Chris Taliaferro (707) 262-3116

General Education Development (GED) Workshop – Lakeport

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Lake One-Stop Inc. 55 First Street Lakeport	Thursday, May 17, 2012 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.	Study and take your GED exam. The workshop includes GED topic review and practice tests. The GED exam, books, and practice tests are provided at no cost. For more information, call Chris Taliaferro (707) 262-3116

Job Search Workshop (Spanish) – Lodi

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
CHD WorkNet Center 631 East Oak Street Lodi	Thursday, May 17, 2012 9 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.	The workshop will provide information on job search resources, labor market information, résumé writing, applications, and interviews. Please register ten minutes prior to start at the reception desk in the lobby. For more information, call Steven Martinez (209) 953-5638

Job Club Workshop – Manteca

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
EDD WorkNet 302 Northgate Drive Manteca	Thursday, May 17, 2012 9 a.m. – 12 noon	The Professional Resource Network (PRN), Experience Unlimited chapter is a career transition center for professional, managerial and technical job seekers. Interview & Salary Negotiation: Techniques and strategies for your interview and salary negotiation. To participate in workshops, you must first attend orientation and join PRN. For more information visit www.sjcprn.org or call Marivel Hernandez (209) 825-1300

Interview Workshop – Marysville

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Yuba County One-Stop 1114 Yuba Street Marysville	Thursday, May 17, 2012 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.	Topics include interview techniques, verbal communication, and body language. For more information, call John Tarochione (530) 749-4880

Cover Letter Workshop – Napa

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Napa County Library 580 Coombs Napa	Thursday, May 17, 2012 2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.	Job seekers will learn how to develop effective and professional cover letters. They will review various cover letter samples and receive feedback and receive recommendation regarding their résumé. Please bring your résumé. For more information, call Mindy Nahlen (707) 253-4031

Job Club Meeting – Oakland

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Eastbay Works Oakland One-Stop Career Center 1212 Broadway Suite 200 Oakland	Thursday, May 17, 2012 1:30 p.m. – 3 p.m.	The East Bay Professional Experience Network (East Bay PEN) is a networking organization that provides connections and resources for professionals engaged in job search. For more information, call LaKeisha Morgan (510) 622-4330

Computer Workshop (Internet Résumé) - Oakland

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Eastbay Works Oakland One-Stop Career Center 1212 Broadway Suite 100 Oakland	Thursday, May 17, 2012 9 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.	The workshop will help job seekers learn formatting basics for e-mail and online job applications. Participants must have an e-mail account and bring their own flash drive. For more information, call LaKeisha Morgan (510) 622-4333

Interview Workshop – Oroville

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Oroville One-Stop 78 Table Mountain Boulevard Oroville	Thursday, May 17, 2012 9 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.	Topics include interview techniques, verbal communication, and body language. For more information, call Silbestra Allen (530) 538-2276

Youth Job Search Workshop – Sacramento

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Mark Sanders Career Center 2901 50th Street Sacramento	Thursday, May 17, 2012 4 p.m. – 5 p.m.	Topics include how to fill out work applications, résumé writing, interviewing, and job search techniques. For more information, call Sacramento Workforce Office (916) 227-0301

Veterans Resource Fair – San Francisco 

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Employment Development Department 801 Turk Street San Francisco	Thursday, May 17, 2012 10 a.m. – 12 noon	Fair will feature numerous agencies to provide valuable resource information to veterans. Prior registration required. Please register at www.caljobs.ca.gov and bring right to work documents. For more information, call Bruce Goodchild (415) 749-5290

Networking Group – San Francisco

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Employment Development Department 745 Franklin Street San Francisco	Thursday, May 17, 2012 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.	This group is open to enrolled job seekers and offers new topics, networking, and/or guest speakers each week. Prior registration required. Please register at www.caljobs.ca.gov and bring right to work documents. For more information, call Mark Robbins (415)749-7587

Presentation Skills Workshop (Part 2 of 2)– San Jose

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
work2future San Jose One-Stop 1601 Foxworthy Avenue San Jose	Thursday, May 17, 2012 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.	This two-day workshop teaches public speaking skills. Topics include communication skills, presentation planning, how to limit your information. Workshop available to registered work2future members. Prior registration is required. Please call (408) 369-3606 to register. For more information, call Carl Begay (408) 369-3606

Transferable Skills Workshop – San Jose

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
work2future San Jose One-Stop 1601 Foxworthy Avenue San Jose	Thursday, May 17, 2012 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.	Topics include identifying job skills and effectively applying them to employer needs. Workshop available to registered work2future members. Prior registration is required. Please call (408) 369-3606 to register. For more information, call Carl Begay (408) 369-3606

Résumé Workshop – San Jose

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
work2future San Jose One-Stop 1601 Foxworthy Avenue San Jose	Thursday, May 17, 2012 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.	Topics include developing an effective résumé and composing cover and thank you letters. Workshop available to registered work2future members. Prior registration is required. Please call (408) 369-3606 to register For more information, call Carl Begay (408) 369-3606

Interview Workshop – Stockton

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
San Joaquin County WorkNet 56 South Lincoln Street Stockton	Thursday, May 17, 2012 9 a.m. – 12 noon	Topics include interview techniques, verbal communication, and body language. Please register ten minutes prior to start at the reception desk in the lobby. For more information, call Steven Martinez (209) 953-5638

Library Orientation – Sunnyvale

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Sunnyvale CONNECT! Center 420 South Pastoria Avenue Sunnyvale	Thursday, May 17, 2012 9:30 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.	Topics include learning about library resources and services. Workshop available on a first-come basis to registered CONNECT! members. For more information, call Rosie Morales (408) 774-2365

Résumé Workshop (Self-Paced) – Sunnyvale

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Sunnyvale CONNECT! Center 420 South Pastoria Avenue Sunnyvale	Thursday, May 17, 2012 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.	This workshop offers job seekers the chance to create their résumés at their own pace while receiving professional feedback. Workshop available on a first-come basis to registered CONNECT! members. For more information, call Rosie Morales (408) 774-2365

Mock Interview Workshop – Sunnyvale

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Sunnyvale CONNECT! Center 420 South Pastoria Avenue Sunnyvale	Thursday, May 17, 2012 11 a.m. – 12 noon	Practice your interview skills with a partner in one-on-one mock interviews. Workshop available on a first-come basis to registered CONNECT! members. For more information, call Rosie Morales (408) 774-2365

Skills Assessment Workshop – Sunnyvale

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Sunnyvale CONNECT! Center 420 South Pastoria Avenue Sunnyvale	Thursday, May 17, 2012 11 a.m. – 12 noon	The workshop will help job seekers assess their skills and develop career strategies using “ProveIt!” Workshop available on a first-come basis to registered CONNECT! members. For more information, call Rosie Morales (408) 774-2365

Résumé Workshop – Sunnyvale

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Sunnyvale CONNECT! Center 420 South Pastoria Avenue Sunnyvale	Thursday, May 17, 2012 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.	Topics include developing an effective résumé and composing cover and thank you letters. Workshop available on a first-come basis to registered CONNECT! members. For more information, call Rosie Morales (408) 774-2365

Interview Workshop – Sunnyvale

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Sunnyvale CONNECT! Center 420 South Pastoria Avenue Sunnyvale	Thursday, May 17, 2012 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.	Topics include interview techniques, highlighting success and turning negative to positve. Bring résumé and sample job description. Workshop available on a first-come basis to registered CONNECT! members. For more information, call Rosie Morales (408) 774-2365

Interview Workshop – Tracy

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Tracy WorkNet Center 543 West Grantline Road Suite 103 Tracy	Thursday, May 17, 2012 9 a.m. – 12 noon	Topics include interview techniques, highlighting success and turning negative to positve. Bring résumé and sample job description. Workshop available on a first-come basis to registered WorkNet members. For more information, call Roy Alday (209) 831-5017

Job Fair – Ukiah

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Ukiah Valley Conference Center 200 School Street Ukiah	Thursday, May 17, 2012 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.	Employers will be on hand to provide job seekers with valuable employment information. For more information, call Jacqueline Cummins (707) 463-5710

Networking Group – Campbell

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
work2future San Jose One-Stop 2450 South Bascom Avenue Campbell	Friday, May 18, 2012 10 a.m. – 12 noon	This group is open to all job seekers and offers new topics, networking, and/or guest speakers each week. Workshop available to registered work2future members. Prior registration is required. Please call (408) 369-3606 to register. For more information, call Carl Begay (408) 369-3606

Applications Workshop (Internet) – Concord

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
EASTBAY Works Career Center 4071 Port Chicago Highway Suite 250 Concord	Friday, May 18, 2012 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.	This workshop will provide information on how to apply for jobs online. For more information, call Walter Yuhre (925) 602-0111

Coping with Unemployment Workshop – Concord

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
EASTBAY Works Career Center 4071 Port Chicago Highway Suite 250 Concord	Friday, May 18, 2012 1:30 p.m. – 3 p.m.	Topics include Unemployment Insurance issues, coping with stress, improving life skills, and opportunities for employment. For more information, call Walter Yuhre (925) 602-0111

Basic Computer Workshop – Eureka

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Employment Development Department/The Job Market 409 K Street Eureka	Friday, May 18, 2012 9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.	The workshop will help job seekers develop basic computer skills, create an e-mail account, and conduct job searches. For more information, call EDD/The Job Market (707) 441-5627

Job Search Workshop (Internet) (Spanish) – Gilroy

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
work2future Gilroy One-Stop 7800 Arroyo Circle Gilroy	Friday, May 18, 2012 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.	This workshop is conducted in Spanish. Topics include how to find employment using the Internet. Workshop available to registered work2future members. Prior registration is required. Please call (408) 846-1480 to register. For more information, call Kathy Parker (408) 846-1480

Résumé Workshop – Redding

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Redding Workforce Services 1325 Pine Street Mount Lassen Room Redding	Friday, May 18, 2012 9 a.m. – 12 noon	Topics include developing an effective résumé and composing cover and thank you letters. For more information, call Becky Tyson or Annie Farner (530) 225-2185

Interview Workshop – San Francisco

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Employment Development Department 801 Turk Street San Francisco	Friday, May 18, 2012 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.	Topics include interview techniques, verbal communication, and body language. Prior registration required. Please register at www.caljobs.ca.gov and bring right to work documents. For more information, call Skip Charbonneau (415) 749-5286

California Training Benefits – San Francisco

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Employment Development Department 801 Turk Street San Francisco	Friday, May 18, 2012 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.	Topics include how to apply for California Training Benefits. Prior registration required. Please register at www.caljobs.ca.gov and bring right to work documents. For more information, call Brenda Douglas (415) 885-1212

Workforce Investment Act (WIA) Orientation – San Francisco

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Employment Development Department 801 Turk Street San Francisco	Friday, May 18, 2012 11 a.m. – 12 noon	This workshop will cover WIA services. Topics include WIA funded trainings and how to enroll. Prior registration required. Please register at www.caljobs.ca.gov and bring right to work documents. For more information, call Nancy Agron (415) 575-2225

Project Management Workshop (Part 3 of 3) – San Jose

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
work2future San Jose One-Stop 1601 Foxworthy Avenue San Jose	Friday, May 18, 2012 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.	This workshop will help job seekers develop project management skills. Workshop available to registered work2future members. Prior registration is required. Please call (408) 369-3606 to register. For more information, call Carl Begay (408) 369-3606

Basic Computer Workshop – San Jose

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
work2future San Jose One-Stop 1601 Foxworthy Avenue San Jose	Friday, May 18, 2012 8:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.	The workshop will help job seekers develop basic computer skills, create an e-mail account, and conduct job searches. Workshop available to registered work2future members. Prior registration is required. Please call (408) 369-3606 to register. For more information, call Carl Begay (408) 369-3606

Social Networking Workshop (Part 2 of 2) – San Jose

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
work2future San Jose One-Stop 1601 Foxworthy Avenue San Jose	Friday, May 18, 2012 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.	This workshop provides information on the most popular online social networks. Workshop available to registered work2future members. Prior registration is required. Please call (408) 369-3606 to register. For more information, call Carl Begay (408) 369-3606

Résumé Workshop – Stockton

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
San Joaquin County WorkNet 56 South Lincoln Street Stockton	Friday, May 18, 2012 9 a.m. – 12 noon	Topics include developing an effective résumé and composing cover and thank you letters. Please register ten minutes prior to start at the reception desk in the lobby. For more information, call Steven Martinez (209) 953-5638

Career Center Orientation – Stockton

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
San Joaquin County WorkNet 56 South Lincoln Street Stockton	Friday, May 18, 2012 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.	This workshop will cover services, programs, and resources available at the center. Please register ten minutes prior to start at the reception desk in the lobby. For more information, call Steven Martinez (209) 953-5638

Interview Workshop – Sunnyvale

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Sunnyvale CONNECT! Center 420 South Pastoria Avenue Sunnyvale	Friday, May 18, 2012 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.	Topics include interview techniques, highlighting success and turning negative to positive. Bring résumé and sample job description. Workshop available on a first-come basis to registered CONNECT! members. For more information, call Rosie Morales (408) 774-2365

Applications Workshop – Sunnyvale

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Sunnyvale CONNECT! Center 420 South Pastoria Avenue Sunnyvale	Friday, May 18, 2012 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.	This workshop will provide information on how to apply for jobs effectively. Workshop available on a first-come basis to registered CONNECT! members. For more information, call Rosie Morales (408) 774-2365

Networking Workshop – Sunnyvale

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Sunnyvale CONNECT! Center 420 South Pastoria Avenue Sunnyvale	Friday, May 18, 2012 1:30 p.m. – 3 p.m.	The workshop will help job seekers develop professional networking skills. Workshop available on a first-come basis to registered CONNECT! members. For more information, call Rosie Morales (408) 774-2365

Résumé Workshop – Tracy

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Tracy WorkNet Center 543 West Grantline Road Suite 103 Tracy	Friday, May 18, 2012 9 a.m. – 12 noon	Topics include developing an effective résumé and composing cover and thank you letters. Workshop available on a first-come basis to registered WorkNet members. For more information, call Roy Alday (209) 831-5017

Employer Advisory Council (EAC) Seminar – Fairfield

Location	Date/Time	Other Information
Courtyard by Marriott 1350 Holiday Lane Fairfield	Wednesday, May 23, 2012 8 a.m. – 12 noon	The Solano Napa County Employer Advisory Council proudly presents the “2012 Employment and Labor Law Seminar,” presented by Bruce Matlock, Attorney with the Management Hotline. For more information, call Valerie Nagle (707) 576-2015