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The River Center

Providing resources and opportunities for people of all ages and abilities. 

Serving 14 Eastern Monadnock towns: Antrim, Bennington, Dublin, Francestown, Greenfield, Greenville, Hancock, Jaffrey, Mason, New Ipswich, Peterborough, Rindge, Sharon, and Temple.

 

Parent-Child Connections Program Wednesdays

Repeats every week until Wed Jun 20 2012 .
Wednesday, September 14, 2011 - 9:30am - 11:30am
Wendy Hill
NOW ACCEPTING NEW ENROLLMENTS! Parenting is one of our biggest and most important jobs and yet there is very little “training” to become a parent. We are supposed to just know how!

Parent Child Connections Program Thursdays

Parent-Child Connections program is for parents of 6-12 year olds and provides on-going support and education. The group focuses on the situations that each parent deals with on a daily basis and addresses those present needs in the context of connective parenting. Daily challenged get how-to attention with a foundation of trust, connection, and balance so that a parent's expectations, school related issues, sibling and peer conflicts, the parents' needs in balance with the child's, building self confidence and respect all through connective communication and problem solving. Criticism, punishment and blame break down connection and send messages to children we least intend. Problem solving focuses on the balance of needs within the family and holds children accountable for their behavior and finding solutions.

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Spelling Bee Costume Winners

The Harlow’s Zom-bees -  Costume Winners from the Spelling Bee!
(L-R)Jack Perron, David Szehi, Bob Perpall
Sponsored by: Harlow’s Pub
Photo: Steve Lipofsky
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Over a MILLION DOLLARS in Tax Returns at The River Center!

This year The River Center broke the one million dollar mark in tax returns ($1,085,377 to be exact) which is a first for the free program that is in its fifth year.  Larry Schwartz, along with 24 volunteers (12 of which are IRS certified) provided the local community with free tax preparation, this year aiding almost 700 clients.  The programs aim is to help residents who could not afford to have their taxes done, but most likely need the assistance.  Many clients who come to The River Center for the tax preparation program are low income families for whom these tax returns make a world of difference in their living situation.  This also means that paying someone to file for them is too far out of reach, but filing alone usually means missing tax credits.  For example many low income families qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit, but most aren’t aware that that credit even exists. 

            The River Center aids the largest number of residents out of all of the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) sites in the state. Surpassing the million dollar milestone this year only makes the service that much more successful-and enjoyable for the volunteers.

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Farm to Table - cooking series with guest Kin Schilling from The Cornucopia Project

A new cooking series with guest Kin Schilling from The Cornucopia Project, facilitated by Wendy Hill and Kelli Tourgee.

Thursday mornings 9:30-11:30 at the Unitarian Universalist Church. The program is now open to any and all community members. Preregistered cost is $25 for the three week series or $10 per class. Cost includes the food being used that day and admission for your children should you bring them along. 

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Wish List
The River Center's Wish List
 
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"We" Women Empowered... in Work & Life

The WE group, Women Empowered in work and life, is a group for women over 40 to share resources and support regarding employment and other life challenges. The WE group is a free support group that meets twice a month.

If you or someone you know is interested in this group, please call Donna at The River Center. 924-6800

This Program is funded in part by a grant from The Women's Fund of NH

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Farm to Table Slide Show

Watch our Farm to Table Slideshow from 2011

 

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Becoming: The Child's Journey to Adulthood - Mariposa Museum Exhibit

March 2 - July 15th 2012

How do children work, play and learn in different cultures, and how do these activities prepare them to become adults? What rites of passage mark this journey? What role do parents and grandparents play in this process of becoming an adult?
 

To get more information on this exhibit click here: http://www.mariposamuseum.org/current.html

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The FACT Book goes Mobile!!

A Big Thank You to InHaus Media! 

The River Center is proud to announce the availability of its new mobile website for the FACT Book. This new on-line capability is made possible by the generosity of InHaus Media who designed the site as a public service. The FACT Book is a guide to local resources for the eastern Monadnock Region. You will find contact information for area healthcare, disability services, community suppers, childcare, housing aid, and much more.
 
The FACT Book can be accessed by:
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Employment Resource Center
FREE assistance with: Resume writing, Cover Letters, Job Search, Interviewing Prep, Career Counseling, Job Training Resources, And more….
 
Call or visit The Employment Resource Center
At The River Center, 46 Concord Street, Peterborough
Open Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:00am - 3:00pm
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Children and the Arts Festival and Parade

Come with The River Center and participate in Children in the Arts Parade!   FLOWER POWER

Contact us if you would like to join in the fun!  924.6800

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Art Exhibit - Craig Altobello

Art Exhibit - Craig Altobello "Stories in Wood"

Opening Reception DATE:Friday, May 4, 2012

TIME:5:30 - 7:00pm

LOCATION:The River Center

RSVP:924-6800 or amy [at] rivercenter [dot] us (by email)

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Ledger Transcript Article: Peterborough agency sees return on community investment

PETERBOROUGH — Larry Schwartz and his crew of 12 volunteers don’t like to see anyone get back less than they’re entitled to when they file an income tax return. And they hate to see someone pay too much to get those tax returns prepared..

To read the full article in the Monadnock Ledger-Transcript Click Here:
http://www.ledgertranscript.com/peterborough-agency-sees-return-on-community-investment

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The Hip Bees - Spelling Bee Winners!! 2012

The WINNERS of our Spelling Bee!! The Hip Bees
Marilyn Simons (Jaffrey), Nisa and Emma Simila (PB)

Sponsored by: Torphy Construction and Development LLC
Photo: Steve Lipofsky

 

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Off-Site Parenting Program - Jaffrey
FREE Parenting Program for parents of 0-5 year olds. Child program available.

Parenting is one of our biggest and most important jobs and yet there is very little “training” to become a parent. We are supposed to just know how!

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Jillian Mercier, Jaffrey - 2012 Unsung Hero Recipient

While a single mother of two, Jillian decided to pursue a career in nursing to better herself. Jill graduated from nursing school as valedictorian of her class. She has since gotten married and had another child. Jill never stops trying to improve herself and consistently utilizes parenting programs and family resource centers. She is a great mother and role model to other parents.

CONGRATULATIONS Jillian!!

 

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Early Home Support

A home visiting program for pregnant and parenting young women and their families. It provides someone to talk to during pregnancy, help preparing for baby’s arrival, information about caring for new babies, and connections to other community services and resources. 

What's Available: information, support and answers to questions, Nurse visits at the prenatal clinic and in the home

We are: Family Support Home Visitors, a Nurse, a Social Worker

A FREE Program: The River Center, Home Healthcare, Hospice and Community Services

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Sequoya Seeds

Subscribers to Sequoya's ITSentry Premium and Comprehensive managed service plans can designate any local non-profit organization to receive a monthly donation equal to 5% of their ITSentry service fees. They just tell us what organization to make a donation to, and every month we'll credit its account.

For all other clients that do at least $1000 in business with Sequoya during the course of the year, we will make a $25 donation in the 4th quarter to the non-profit of the client's choice.

The River Center is a recipient of the Sequoya Seeds!!

Click here to learn more about this donation program: http://www.sequoyatech.com/seeds

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