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> April 3
Kaleidoscope 2008, Art Sale Benefit A unique opportunity to purchase art created by more than 100 professional artists and area students. Patrons will also again be treated to an exhibition by 4 live artists: Judy Bates, Judith R Damon, Marie Gobble Levine, and Kay Sutherland. These artists will rotate among 4 large canvasses. Following the rotation, the cooperative artistic creations will be auctioned off to benefit the CASA program.The art event Kaleidoscope 2008 will include music, great food by Outback Restaurant, beer, wine and soft drinks. When- 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Where- Fitzpatrick Hall, Jefferson Center For more- 540-853-2407, or www.roanokevalleycasa.org. Thursday Morning Music Club April Meeting The program,“A Voyage East across Europe”, will be a concert with piano and two horns. There is no charge for the program and non-members are welcomed to attend.The musicians are Tracy Cowden, pianist and assistant professor of Piano and Vocal Coach in the Music Department at Virginia Tech,Wallace Easter, principal horn player with the Roanoke Symphony and professor in the Music Department at Virginia Tech, and Abigail Pack,
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second horn player with the Roanoke Symphony and associate professor of horn at James Madison University. When- 10:30 a.m. Where- Thrasher United Methodist Church,Vinton,VA For more- Judy Barger, (540)-563-4782
FairTax Educational Meeting Roanoke Area FairTax will have a 30-minute presentation, “The FairTax: Benefits to Seniors”, followed by 30 minutes of questions, answers, and discussion. Come learn the principles of the FairTax and understand how it would be good for America. Bring a friend or relative! When- 6:45 p.m. (sharp) – 7:45 p.m. Where- Edinburgh Square’s Community Room, 129 Hershberger Road NW, near Plantation Road, directly across from Star City Skating Center. Cost- Free For more- RAFT@att.net, www.RoanokeAreaFairTax.com
> April 4
2008 Employee Talent Show The Roanoke City’s 2008 employee talent show includes 15 acts ranging from belly dancing to stand up comedy, impersonations to singing. City employees will take the stage to compete for cash prizes and the title of 2008 Most Talented City Employee. Tickets are $5 for
adults and $3 for anyone with a student I.D., and are available at the Parks and Recreation Office located at 210 Reserve Ave. S.W When- 7 p.m Where- Roanoke Civic Center Performing Arts Theatre For more- Josh Mabrey, Talent Show Chair, at 853-6827.
> April 5
Annual Big Flea Event This enormous “yard sale” has been held for more than 30 years, and is comprised of clothing and household goods donated to North Cross School by families, friends, and area businesses.All unsold items are donated to local charities at the conclusion of the event. When- 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Where- North Cross School For more- 540-989-6641 ext. 271
> April 5-6
Southwest Virginia Ballet Southwest Virginia Ballet is very proud to participate in an unprecedented collaboration with local museums and artists in their production of TIES. A collage of film, music, and dance, audiences will be delighted as dancers ride the rails of railroad history with a vision of the past, present and future in this highly expressive ballet When- April 5 7p.m. & April 6 3p.m. Where- The Jefferson Center Cost- $30 Adults $17 18 and under
For more- Call (540)345-2550 or www.jeffcenter.org
Guest Speaker Patrick Henry Hughes Patrick Henry Hughes, as featured on ABC’s Extreme Makeover, will speak at Faith Christian Church about his experience. When- Sun. 9:30 & 11 a.m Sat. 6 p.m. Where- Faith Christian Church 226 Red Lane Ext Salem,VA 24153 Cost- Free of Charge For more: (540) 387-3200
> April 7
The Cheating Culture Author David Callahan, whom The New York Times has called “a liberal with a new emphasis on old values,” is the featured speaker of this year’s Conference on Business Ethics on Monday, April 7.The conference, in its 18th year, is organized annually by the Business Leadership Center of the Department of Management in the Pamplin College of Business. The event is free and open to the public, no tickets needed. When-7 p.m. Where- Virginia Tech Burress Auditorium For more- sookhan@vt.edu
> April 8
Roanoke Jaycees Meeting The meeting is open to all people age 21 to 40. Members and those with an interest in the Chapter are encouraged to attend.
Membership meetings are used for announcements and discussion of Chapter events, as well as committee planning sessions. Committees include Community Service, Professional Development, Special Events and Social. When- 6 p.m. Where- Jefferson Center, Suite 300 For more- www.roanokejaycees. com
> April 8 & 9
Reflexology III Class When- 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Where- LifeStream Center Cost- $275 each class (minimum 6 students) Registration Required with a $75 non-refundable deposit due 2 weeks prior to classes For more- www.lifestreamcenter. org
> April 10
Lunch ‘N’ Learn: Personnel Matters Bruce Wood, HR director of Miss Utility, will discuss hiring and keeping good employees. Please bring your lunch; cookies and drinks will be provided. When- Noon - 1 p.m. Where- Roanoke Regional Chamber Boardroom For more- 540-983-0717, ext. 239 Elementary and Middle School Information Session Parents looking at schools for fall
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2008 are invited to an Elementary and Middle School information session at Community School. Parents will visit individual classrooms and meet the teachers. Community school is now accepting applications for fall enrollment. When- 7p.m. Where- Community School For more- 540-5635036
> April 11
Presbyterian Community Church Fundraiser Dancing Under the Stars, An evening of music and dancing in support of the Pathways For Youth programs of the Presbyterian Community Center in Southeast Roanoke. When- 7:30 p.m. Where- Vinton War Memorial For more- www.pccse.org or call (540)982-2911
Hokie Volunteer Day This day of service is designed to allow participants to fulfill their 10 hours of pledged community service for the university’s VT-ENGAGE effort through the planting of Hokie flowers and shrubbery. A pizza luncheon will be served When- 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Where- Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center For more- Alumni who are interested in participating in this event should RSVP by e-mail to Marjorie Musick (mzmusick@vt.edu) or call (703) 771-6881 prior to Wednesday,April 9
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Call Center Representative Receives telephone inquires and provides information to subscribers, providers, and group administrators regarding their dental benefits. Resolves claim problems, writes up corrections, and watches for claim adjudication of the adjustment. Returns calls to the providers and subscribers. A minimum of one year prior customer service experience. Delta Dental ofVirginia 800-237-6060, Ext. 3302 HYPERLINK “mailto:jobs@ deltadentalva.com” jobs@deltadentalva.com Accounts Payable Clerk - Short Term Local Roanoke company has 6-12 week assignment for an individual who has at least 2 years of recent accounts payable experience. Must
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Underwriting Business Analyst Delta Dental of Virginia is looking for a Underwriting Business Analyst. Perform a variety of tasks relating to support of the Underwriting Department goals and objectives. Perform analysis of dental claims, enrollment, and benefit information to determine costs factors for use in underwriting process. Assist in retrieval and compilation of group specific data to support department’s customer reporting requirements.Assist in preparation of annual revenue and claim forecasts. Four-year college degree in finance, mathematics, economics, or related field. Delta Dental ofVirginia 800-237-6060, Ext. 3302 HYPERLINK “mailto:jobs@ deltadentalva.com” jobs@deltadentalva.com
Customer Service/Tech Support Local company seeking candidates for customer service/tech support. Candidates must have excellent phone etiquette, customer service and tech support experience, HTML and web design skills, experience with dynamic website languages such as PHP and strong organizational and project management skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and a knowledge of Linux also required. Hours are 9-5 M-F and pay will start at $11.00 per hour. Express Personnel 540-389-8978 Computer Design Engineer Position is responsible for understanding customer requirements and designing computer solutions to meet those requirements. Design engineer also manages the evaluation of new products and new components and acts as a pre-sales technical resource to help customers understand their options for industrial computing solutions. Engineer works closely with Purchasing to assist in vendor selection and vendor relationships, qualifies new vendors and new products, and assists Sales and Marketing to design new product offerings based on market research and market demand. CCS-Inc. 540-382-4234 HYPERLINK “mailto:hr@ccs-inc.com” hr@ccsinc.com
Engineer 2 – Traffic Traffic Engineering technical design for the preparation of traffic impact analyses, signal design, traffic modeling, and equipment specification. Oversight of junior engineers in the preparation of the above tasks. Management of projects. Bachelor of Science degree in Civil engineering. 8 years of experience in traffic engineering design with experience working with VDOT and municipal clients. HSMM 540-857-3100
Engineer 2 - Highway Design and preparation of plans for roadway and site/civil projects. Geometric layout and drainage for roadway projects. Bachelor of Science degree in Civil engineering. 8 years of experience in highway design with experience working with VDOT and municipal clients. HSMM 540-857-3100