Santora announces telephone townhall for 163rd Tuesday
HARRISBURG » Rep. James R. Santora, R-163 of Upper Darby, hosts a telephone town hall meeting for residents of the 163rd Legislative District on Tuesday, Feb. 20, beginning at approximately 5:45 p.m. The program consists of a legislative update highlighting important topics such as the governor’s budget address and the opioid epidemic, as well as a question-and-answer session.
Residents with landlines can expect to receive a phone call around 5:45 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 20. To participate, they should remain on the line until the meeting begins.
“The governor’s budget address officially kicked off the budget season a couple of days ago. Soon, we will be holding budget hearings to receive updates from key state agencies and offices,” Santora said. “Of course, the most important testimony I hear is that from residents of the 163rd District, so I encourage people to join the call.”
Residents who only have cellphones are invited to visit www.vekeo.com/repjamiesantora and sign up to be contacted for the call. There is also an option to join the call via webstreaming at https://video.teleforumonline.com/video/streaming.php?client=14468
For information about Santora and his legislative priorities, visit www.repsantora.com or www.facebook. com/repsantora
Visit Chesco for paralegal ed. info
WEST WHITELAND » Those interested in the paralegal field can learn about Delaware County Community College’s Paralegal Studies certificate and associate degree programs at Paralegal Career Night at 6 p.m. March 1 at Exton Center, 912 Springdale Drive, in Room 214. Both programs are approved by the American Bar Association and include a combination of academic courses, internship opportunities and workshops focused on helping students find gainful employment.
Paralegals enjoy a challenging and rewarding career in a well-paying, fastgrowing profession. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for paralegals and legal assistants in the Philadelphia area is more than $55,000 and the field is expected to grow
8 percent over the next seven years.
Paralegal Career Night attendees: Learn what it takes to have a paralegal career; gain insight into the College’s Paralegal Studies programs; meet faculty with legal expertise; hear from current students and alumni about their experience in the programs; learn about financial aid and the application process from an admissions representative.
To register, visit dccc.edu/ paralegal-night or call 610723-4000.
CHA launches new ed. program
CHESTER » Chester Housing Authority announces a new Resident Training Academy (RTA) which offers free onsite and online courses for residents. RTA provides low-income residents with preparation to pursue occupations in the health care and technology fields, both of which pay well and are expected to either experience labor shortages or be in high demand.
“We are wanted to provide our residents with an opportunity for advancement and sustainability, ultimately leading these individuals on a pathway to financial self-sufficiency,” said CHA Executive Director Steven A. Fischer.
RTA healthcare training leads to certificates in Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), Blood Bourne Pathogens, and Ergonomics for Healthcare. Other courses focus on increasing residents’ knowledge of software applications used in business and introduces them to online technology such as job boards, digital marketing, blogs, video blogs (vlogs), and email marketing.
“These courses provide residents with immediate rewards and boost their resume to become marketable in the workforce,” said CHA Director of Housing Operations Norman Wise.
Residents seeking motivation and support to accomplish their goals may meet one-to-one with a success coach and create a personal action plan.
RTA rounds off with a series of monthly “Lunch and Learn” presentations in which the entire community is invited to attend. These events provide an opportunity for residents and business community representatives to network and learn.
“We want to continue to integrate CHA residents into neighboring communities and be a catalyst for change,” Fischer said.
Program faciliator Creative Education Opportunities (CEO) Academy is an on-site and virtual training company. The RTA is the only program of its kind in the region which connects residents to training, career coaching and personal development. The instructional design model was created by Marrea WalkerSmith, President and CEO of Creative Education Opportunities. For information bout CHA, visit www. chesterha.org. For information about CEO Academy, visit www.ceoacademyeducationusa.com
Hear brass quintet Sunday
CHESTER » Widener University welcomes David Taylor’s Manhattan Brass Quintet for the first of three performances in a recital series at 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 18. Admission to the concert series is free and open to the public. The performance is held in the newlyrenovated Kapelski Recital Hall, East 14th and Walnut streets.
For over 25 years, Manhattan Brass has been known for innovative programming, eye-opening repertoire, and commitment to educating audiences of all ages about live music and the brass idiom.
Hailed as a critic’s pick in Time Out New York magazine, the ensemble is an amalgam of individual virtuoso musicians, each bringing to the table their unique experience and vision. Comfortable in every genre from Gesualdo to jazz, the quintet is intent on taking brass ensemble playing to another level and bringing their audience with them.
Throughout its history, the quintet has commissioned, premiered and recorded the works of a wide range of composers, including jazz greats Wynton Marsalis and Paquito D’Rivera.
The performance will include works by Persichetti, Ellington, Schnyder and Gabrielli.
The Widener University Recital Series, now in its second season, brings world-renowned musicians to both Widener students and the community. Other upcoming performances in the series include John Vanore & Abstract Truth on Sunday, March 18, and the Jim Ridl Quartet on Sunday, April 15.
Reservations are encouraged but not required. To reserve a spot, email music@widener.edu and include the concert date in the subject line. For information, contact the university Music Department at 610-499-4339.
Chili cook-off at Amvets post
MORTON » Sons of Amvets and Amvets Post 118 hold a Chili Cook Off from 1-5 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 18, at the post home, 211 N. Morton Ave. Cost of $25 donation for a taster ticket includes all-you-eat/drink chilli and tapped beer. Come out and have some fun with us and bring a few friends. Cooks are free; application for cooks are available at the post. Cooks compete for trophies and bragging rights. Prizes are given to the best cooks for first place, second place, third place, and people’s choice.
For information, call the post at 610-543-9551.
Visit STEM night on Feb. 22 at DCCC
MARPLE » Delaware County Community College hosts its 11th annual STEM Career Night on Thursday, Feb. 22, and invites prospective students and their families to discover the exciting world of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics at 5:30 p.m. in the Academic Building lobby on the Marple Campus, 901 S. Media Line Road, Media.
The event features keynote speakers Albert Frattarola, Director of Engineering & Technology at Southco, and Marty Morrison, Senior Project Engineer at Southco.
STEM Career Night is free and open to anyone interested in learning about a career in the field. Attendees have a chance to learn about highgrowth, high-paying opportunities from local employers, including Brandywine CAD, Boeing, DePuy Synthes, Eastern Controls, Flowers Baking Co. of Oxford, Inc., Moog, Pennsylvania Machine Works, Pennoni, SAP, Southco, UTC RAS and Visual Sound.
Representatives from some of the college’s partner schools are on hand to offer guidance on how a student can graduate from the College and then transfer into a bachelor’s degree program. View the full list of participating employers and transfer partners at www. dccc.edu/STEM-career-night
Delaware County Community College offers a variety of STEM majors, including Advanced Technology, CNC Programming, Science for Health Professions, Engineering, Mathematics/Natural Science and more.
The college’s commitment to STEM education includes a state-of- the-art STEM Complex, comprised of the Advanced Technology and STEM Centers, that gives students access to the tools and technology they need to succeed. The Complex boasts more than 11 science laboratories and 12 specialized labs for customized education and training. The College will also open a brand new STEM Wing on the Downingtown Campus in September.
In partnership with several local companies and philanthropists, the College has more than $150,000 in scholarship money available for students pursuing a STEM major. There are 20 different scholarships, including ones from leading companies like Boeing, SAP, Southco and Sunoco. Learn more at
w w w.dccc.edu/scholarships.