UPCOMING EVENTS June 2024
Find the events calendar online at www.cec.pitt.edu/homewood/calendar
HAPPENING AT THE CEC IN HOMEWOOD TUESDAY, JUNE 4 AND TUESDAY, JUNE 18 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Small Business Office Hours
Meet with staff from the Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh and Invest PGH to learn about business financing programs; discover available technical assistance; understand steps and tips when applying for a loan; and discuss an existing loan application. Walk-ins welcome!
THURSDAY, JUNE 6
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. ShopsBuyLocals - Launch Event
Learn more about a new go-to digital marketplace designed to unite Pittsburgh businesses and entrepreneurs at this exciting launch event. RSVP online: https://forms.gle/53eJbjs9NviqeWG27
EVERY FRIDAY (JUNE 7, 14, AND 21) 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Entrepreneur Fridays
Every week, Jonny Gamble, Management Consultant for the Small Business Development Center, and Denise Graham-Shealey, Loan Officer for the Neighborhood Community Development Fund, meet with current and aspiring entrepreneurs who need assistance. Schedule a time to meet:
https://calendly.com/shealey325/pitt-engagement-center
TUESDAY, JUNE 11
12 - 1 p.m. and 6 - 7 p.m. Interview Etiquette Workshop
EVERY 2ND WEDNESDAY WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Aphasia Support Group
Support group for anyone affected by stroke or brain injury. Caregivers are welcomed to attend.
THURSDAY, JUNE 13
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Community Food Justice Fund Meeting
Learn about the kind of grassroots projects that will qualify for funding. The City of Pittsburgh’s Food Justice Fund coordinator will present and host a question and answer session.
THURSDAY, JUNE 25
12 - 1 p.m. and 6 - 7 p.m. Business Etiquette Workshop
Join the University of Pittsburgh Office of Human Resources Talent Acquisition team for a career preparation workshop on business etiquette, how to make a good first impression as well as how to navigate email, technology, and much more. Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/businessetiquette-workshop-tickets-879541691877
TUESDAY, JUNE 25
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Mental Health Awareness Month BINGO
Join us for our monthly bingo night (including dinner). Register with Sam by calling 412-383-4160 to secure your seat. Prizes are awarded at the end of each round!
Join the University of Pittsburgh Office of Human Resources Talent Acquisition team for a career preparation workshop on how to master the job interview. Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/interviewetiquette-workshop-tickets-879530919657
ADDRESS & CONTACT
CEC HOURS
CEC - Homewood 622 N. Homewood Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15208
Monday through Friday
412-383-0830 vla19@pitt.edu
*Evening hours determined by scheduled programming.
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.*
PARKING & TRANSPORTATION On-street parking is available on Kelly Street and Homewood Avenue. Pittsburgh Regional Transit buses 71D and 74 spots near the CEC. 1