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Coupon booklets include five $5 coupons ($25 value) that are good for fresh fruits and vegetables at local participating Farmers Market vendors.

The Department will also distribute its Elderly Nutrition Farmers Market Coupons to those who qualify at the following locations:

July 8th: 12:30pm-1:30pm Mechanicville Senior Center, 178 N Main St, Mechanicville
July 9th: 11:45am-1:15pm Clifton Park Senior Community Center, 6 Clifton Common Blvd, Clifton Park
July 10th: 12:30pm-1:30pm Greenfield Community Center, 7 Wilton Rd, Greenfield Center
July 15th: 11:00am-12:00pm Wilton Senior Center, 22 Traver Rd, Gansevoort
July 15th: 12:00pm-1:00pm Waterford Senior Center, 125 Second St, Waterford
July 16th: 11:00am-1:00pm Halfmoon Senior Center, 287 Lower Newtown Rd, Waterford
July 17th: 12:30pm-1:30pm Galway Town Hall, 5910 Sacandaga Rd, Galway
July 19th: 9:00am-1:00pm Saratoga Springs Farmer’s Market, 112 High Rock Ave, Saratoga Springs
July 21st: 2:00pm-5:00pm Clifton Park Farmer’s Market, 971 Route 146, Clifton Park
July 22nd: 11:00am-12:00pm Malta Town Hall, 2540 US-9, Malta
July 23rd: 12:00pm-1:00pm Moreau Community Center, 144 Main Street, South Glens Falls
July 24th: 10:00am-11:00am Saratoga Senior Center, 290 West Ave Suite 1, Saratoga Springs
July 29th: 3:00pm-5:00pm Stillwater Farmer’s Market, 662 Hudson Ave, Stillwater
July 30th: 12:00pm-1:00pm Corinth Senior Center, 22 Hamilton Ave, Corinth
July 30th: 3:00pm-5:00pm Saratoga Springs Farmer’s Market, 112 High Rock Ave, Saratoga Springs
July 31st: 11:30am-12:30pm Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Rd, Ballston Spa
August 7th: 4:00pm-6:00pm Greenfield Center Farmer’s Market, 428 Middle Grove Rd, Middle Grove
August 13th: 3:00pm-5:00pm Halfmoon Farmer’s Market, Abele Park, Harris Rd, Halfmoon
August 16th: 9:00am-1:00pm Saratoga Springs Farmer’s Market, 112 High Rock Ave, Saratoga Springs
August 18th: 3:00pm-5:00pm Clifton Park Farmer’s Market, 971 Route 146, Clifton Park
August 20th: 2:00pm-5:00pm Saratoga Springs Farmer’s Market, 112 High Rock Ave, Saratoga Springs

A Department of Aging and Youth Services representative will be present at distribution sites to discuss services and resources available for seniors.

Qualifications for Farmers Market Coupons:
Qualified individuals are those who are aged 60 or older and earn a monthly income of no more than $2,413.00 per month for a one-person household or no more than $3261.00 per month for a two-person household. One coupon booklet is available per eligible individual.

For more information, contact the Saratoga County Department of Aging and Youth Services at 518-884-4100.

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July 2 at 10AM and July 3 at 10:30AM: Resume Development – This workshop presents the basics of a powerful and effective cover letter including formatting, tailoring to the job, and getting through the online application process to land an interview. Please have a rough draft of your resume with you. Facilitated by Rensselaer & Columbia-Greene. Facilitated by Schenectady.

July 3 at 11AM and July 17 at 1:30PM: Transferable Skills – Transferable skills are qualities you have already acquired which can be used in a different job. Make it easy for employers to see the connection between your qualities and the skillset needed to do the job and market yourself as the solution to an employer’s problem. Learn ways to research the employer’s needs then identify and show them that you have these skills. Facilitated by Warren. Facilitated by Schenectady.

July 7 at 10AM: Broadview Financial Well-Being – Your budget is a key that opens doors, guiding you to your money goals. Get ready to take control of your finances and your future! Find out how to organize what you make, spend, and save; set goals to save up, spend down, look ahead; harness the power of mindful spending; and identify budget tactics that work best for you. Facilitated by Broadview and Schenectady.

July 8 at 10:30AM: Interview Preparation – Learn how to articulate your strengths, what questions to expect, how to address difficult topics, and ace the interviewing process. Facilitated by Schenectady.

July 9 at 10AM and July 22 at 1:30PM: Goal Setting – Goals are what take us forward in life. They are the first step in every journey we take. In this workshop we will explain how goal setting works, why goals are important, and take home more helpful resources to get you started. Remember: “if you aim for nothing, you’ll hit it every time.” Find out how to reach your dreams. Facilitated by Washington and Albany.

July 9 at 10:30AM Civil Service – Join us for a workshop on navigating the civil service system in local governments! This session will cover essential steps to secure a civil service job, focusing on the hiring process. Participants will learn about competitive examinations and local government positions and how to prepare for them. Facilitated by Schenectady.

July 15 at 10:30AM and July 17 at 11AM: Completing Job Applications – Statistics show approximately 50% of mid-sized companies and almost all large corporations use an applicant tracking system to screen candidates for job opportunities. Learn how to prepare your online application to get the most visibility from hiring managers. Facilitated by Schenectady. Facilitated by Warren and Washington.

July 18 at 10:30AM and July 23 at 10:30AM: Networking – Networking is your strategic tool for cultivating lasting relationships, fostering professional growth, and unlocking opportunities. Join us for an approachable journey to understanding networking. Facilitated by Warren and Albany.

July 22 at 11AM: Overcoming Barriers – Join an informal discussion about how to overcome potential stumbling blocks to finding a job. Whether you’re facing transportation needs, childcare needs, prior justice system involvement, inexperience, health concerns or more, this workshop will provide you with resources and strategies to help you meet your goals. Facilitated by Fulton-Montgomery-Schoharie.

July 24 at 1:30PM: Social Media – Your social media presence can make or break your ability to find a job. Learn how to use social media to your advantage in searching for a job and marketing yourself to land the job or career you’ve always wanted. Facilitated by Schenectady.

Registration is required for all workshops. Visit https://swwworkforce.org/ to register or call the Saratoga County Career Center at (518) 884-4170 for more information. The workshops are offered as part of the Saratoga County Career Center’s WorkPays! workforce education campaign.

The Saratoga County Department of Workforce Development provides comprehensive training and employment services to residents through its Career Center and works with local businesses to attract and retain the local workforce.

The Greater Capital Region Career Centers is a group of local county and city-based Career Centers and partners that coordinate services to address the workforce needs of the Greater Capital Region by providing a variety of career and workforce resources, training opportunities, and more. Members include Capital Region Workforce New York; Columbia-Green Workforce NY; City of Albany Career Center; L.E.A.P; Rensselaer County Career Center; Saratoga County Career Center; Schenectady County Connects; Warren County Career Center; Workforce Solutions System of Fulton, Montgomery, Schoharie Counties.

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