News from Project Self-Sufficiency

  Parents who are looking for affordable ways to entertain the kids are invited to check out the free Family Fun Nights hosted by Project Self-Sufficiency on Thursday evenings, October 5 th , 12 th , and 19 th , 6:00 – 7:30 p.m., 127 Mill Street, Newton.   During October, families are invited to enjoy fun activities, classic family films, games, and crafts with a focus on Halloween.   Dinner will be provided for all participants.   Advance registration is encouraged by calling Project Self-Sufficiency, 973-940-3500. Family Fun Nights are a program of the Journey Family Success Center at Project Self-Sufficiency.   “These weekly Family Fun Nights offer parents and children a place to relax and have a good time together in a safe and supportive environment,” explains Project Self-Sufficiency Executive Director Deborah Berry-Toon. “The focus on Halloween crafts invites children to express themselves creatively while preparing for a fun holiday with their family.”

  Local businesses and organizations are gearing up to recruit new staff members at Project Self-Sufficiency’s Career Fair on Thursday, October 19 th , 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.   Representatives from local employers and educational institutions will be on hand to promote job openings and scholastic opportunities.   Additional job searching resources, such as mock interviews, will be offered to attendees by Project Self-Sufficiency Career Center staff.   The Career Fair is free and open to the public.   “We encourage anyone who is interested in advancing their career to attend this unique event,” commented Project Self-Sufficiency Executive Director Deborah Berry-Toon.   “In addition to learning about employment opportunities and options for furthering their education, job seekers can get immediate feedback on their resume, fine-tune their interview skills, and get tips on enhancing their job search process.”   Recent Project Self-Sufficiency Career Fairs have featured more tha

  Project Self-Sufficiency is soliciting assistance for hundreds of low-income families who need a little extra help this season, by asking area residents and organizations to donate traditional Thanksgiving food, or to donate funds towards the purchase of food.   Donors are invited to sponsor a family for only $50 or to make a contribution of their choosing.   The agency will gratefully receive pumpkin or apple pies; canned vegetables, including yams and cranberry sauce; dinner rolls; gravy; stuffing and mashed potato mixes.   Frozen turkeys will also be accepted; however, donors are asked to alert the agency ahead of time if frozen turkeys will be offered.   The non-profit agency is gearing up to distribute complete Thanksgiving dinners to approximately 500 local families this year, so monetary donations are particularly needed.     “Requests for assistance are pouring in every day and we expect to serve more than 500 families this year,” explains Deborah Berry-Toon, Executi