Latest news with #St.JohnsCountyPublicLibrarySystem
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
St. Johns Public Library System to host career fair on Saturday
The St. Johns County Public Library System (SJCPLS) is inviting job seekers to its inaugural Career Fair this Saturday at the Solomon Calhoun Community Center from 10 A.M. to 1 P.M. In a statement, the county says, "Attendees can learn about company cultures, recruitment processes, and potential career paths. The Career Fair aligns with SJCPLS's mission to foster lifelong learning and community growth by linking local talent with job opportunities." Dozens of businesses will be in attendance including: St. Johns County Chamber of Commerce Council on Aging - Transportation St. Johns County Schools Transportation Jacksonville Sheriff's Office SMA Healthcare Clay County Sheriff's Office St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind The Kookaburra Coffee 'Events like this Career Fair embody the library's commitment to empowering individuals and supporting the community,' says Library Director Debra Rhodes Gibson. 'They provide a valuable opportunity for people to explore different career paths, connect with employers, and take the next step toward their goals.' Attendees are asked to bring several copies of their résumé, a notebook and a pen or a device to take notes, a professional portfolio (if applicable for your field), business casual/professional attire, and, if possible, business cards. The Career Fair is free, open to the public, and registration is not required. Free Sunshine Bus Fare is available for those who say they're attending the Career Fair. You can find the full list of businesses attending the event, as well as more information on the fair on the county's website.
Yahoo
29-01-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Food for Fines program collects more than 2,500 items in St. Johns County
Over the holiday season, patrons of the St. Johns County Public Library donated more than 2,500 nonperishable items for St. Johns County's Health and Human Services Food Pantry through Food for Fines. >>> STREAM ACTION NEWS JAX LIVE <<< [DOWNLOAD: Free Action News Jax app for alerts as news breaks] Food for Fines enables SJCPL patrons the ability to donate food to reduce their own overdue fines during the holiday season. 'It's a real benefit to the community we serve to have the Food for Fines program,' said Tracy Dillon, Social Services Manager for St. Johns County. 'The food donated by library patrons replenishes our dwindling food supplies and allows us to operate our food pantry for nearly the whole year.' Food for Fines is one of several collaborative programs that the St. Johns County Public Library System participates in with other county departments, extending its reach to St. Johns County residents, and helping serve 10,000 residents. Since we first implemented Food for Fines in 2009, the community has really gotten behind the program. It's even supported by our patrons who don't have fines,' said Debra Rhodes Gibson, St. Johns County Public Library System Director. 'We're thrilled that we were able to offer our patrons $2 off their fines for each item of food donated and help their generous donations go a little further.' [SIGN UP: Action News Jax Daily Headlines Newsletter] Click here to download the free Action News Jax news and weather apps, click here to download the Action News Jax Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Action News Jax live.
