LWV launches new, more user-friendly website

The League of Women Voters of Litchfield County recently launched of a new website, more user friendly and informative with simple ways to share up-to-date information about the organization’s priorities and strategies.

As civic interest has taken off statewide, the League is a natural place for those seeking nonpartisan political information. The easy access encourages visitors to become aware of League programs and events and get current information on the civic activities taking place around us.

The site also makes it easier for visitors to request the latest edition of the Voice, our electronic newsletter. The public can read our Observer Corps reports, focusing on The Northwest Hills Council of Governments Housing. For more information about the organization or the Observer Corps program, please visit the website at litchfieldlwv.org or call Denise Butwill at 860-567-2035.

“With the new website in place, we hope to draw new members and attendees to our various events,” said president Kerry Mayers. “Since the site went live on January 23, we have had seven inquiries for the newsletter and/or membership.”

The League of Women Voters of Litchfield County is a grassroots, nonpartisan political organization of women and men.

Singers to begin rehearsals

WINSTED » Laurel City Singers will begin rehearsals on Thursday, March 2, 7 p.m. at First Church. The “Sacred Spring” concert is planned for Sunday, June 4 at 2 p.m.

Special Guest, Theresa Thomason will join the for “A City Called Heaven” and “Praise His Holy Name.”

Other songs will include “Notre Pere”, “Song for Athene,” “Kyrie” by John Leavitt, “Mbiri Kuna Mwari,” “Live a Humble,” “Gabi, Gabi,” “Confutatis” Mozart, “Ubi Caritas,” and “It is Well with my Soul.”

A $25 deposit for music will be returned to you after the concert when music is turned in. Bring your deposit with you to the first rehearsal. Checks will be held until the day of the concert. Checks should be made payable to Laurel City Singers. It will only be cashed if you fail to return your music.

Singers should purchase a black binder for music.

Email denisetorson@hotmail.com for more information if you plan to attend.

Day care has scholarship available

PINE MEADOW » Giant Steps Daycare Center of Pine Meadow, is will be accepting applications for the annual $500 scholarship.

The applicant must be an “alumn” of Giant Steps (has attended Giant Steps as a child or has worked at Giant Steps or is a child of an employee of Giant Steps). The applicant must be a graduating high school senior or college student now enrolled in 2 or 4 year accredited college or university. To receive more information, call Giant Steps or visit your high school college counselor.

All application packages must be completed by the deadline of April 30.

Library launches ‘blind date with a book’

MORRIS » Morris Public Library presents: March Mystery: Blind Date with a Book, through the month of March.

Exciting novels, cliff-hanging mysteries, and other books fascinating topics will be wrapped up for patrons to check out. Enticing clues will be provided on the cover to challenge your deductive reasoning. T

he true identity of the books won’t be revealed until the packaging is removed. These mysterious books may lead to new favorite authors and generas. Start the new month out with a whole new reading experience.

For information, call 860567-7440 or visit the library at 4 North Street, Morris.

Chamber to hold annual job fair

TORRINGTON » Northwest Connecticut’s Chamber of Commerce is hosting the 13th Annual Job Fair on Thursday, March 30, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. in the Auditorium at City Hall, located at 140 Main Street, Torrington. The fair is free and open to the public.

The goal of the job fair is to help job seekers and employers connect. It provides an outlet for potential workers to meet employers; employers to gather resumes; and employers to network with each other. Attendees are encouraged to bring multiple copies of their resume.

This year’s Job Fair will feature over 30 employers representing a wide range of industries. Companies representing opportunities in manufacturing, finance, transportation, healthcare, insurance, education and more will be exhibiting.

The Chamber presents the job fair in partnership with the Northwest Regional Workforce Investment Board, The City of Torrington, FM 97.3 WZBG, Connecticut Department of Labor, the Register Citizen, and the Republican American. For more information, contact Northwest CT’s Chamber at 860-482-6586.