Spring 2009 One City Series

Lecture Series
The Mayor Robert J. Duffy
College Survival Skills
January 6, 6 pm—8 pm
College student panelists provide strategies for a successful college experience.
Free and open to high school students and parents.
Welcome by Charles Reaves, Commissioner of City of Rochester Recreation and Youth Services
Moderator: Bishop Kearney High School President Donna Dedee, with student moderators
Sponsored by Bryant & Stratton College
Community Partners: City of Rochester, Youth Voice One Vision,
Monroe-Clinton Planning Group, City Councilmember-At-Large Dana K. Miller
Community Gardening and Urban Agriculture
March 11, 7 pm—8:30 pm
Community gardening experts offer an informative sharing session for participants interested in the
urban farming movement from community gardens to co-op farming. Free and open to the public.
Community Partners: City of Rochester, Cornell Cooperative Extension,
South Wedge Farmers Market, Rochester Roots, City Councilmember-At-Large Dana K. Miller
Summer of Opportunity Employer Engagement Forum
March 25, 11:30 am—1:00 pm* or 4:00 pm—5:30 pm*
*Reservations Required: 585-232-7140 x16
Summer of Opportunity is a win-win for employers and youth... employers gain top notch summer workers and
youth gain solid work experience. Program details, highlighted by success stories, will provide new/prospective
employers with information about how to get involved with this very succesful program. Free and open to
prospective employers. Register to attend either the lunch hour or late afternoon session.
Sponsored by Bryant & Stratton College
Community Partners: City of Rochester, City Councilmember-At-Large Dana K. Miller
Location: The Dugan Center at St. Mary’s Church
15 St. Mary’s Place, Rochester, New York
585-232-7140
www.dcfrochester.org

Thanks to BJ Mann

On 12/8 BJ Mann presented a great Surviving The Holidays program - "The Holidays: Can't Live With Them; Can't Live Without Them." She gave us some wonderful tips and tricks for managing holiday stress and everyday stress, as well. Thanks to BJ! Anyone wanting one-on-one advice can connect with BJ via her mediation practice at 585.234.8740.

On December 8 at 7PM BJ Mann presents DCF's annual Coping With the Holidays program. "The Holidays: Can't Live With Them; Can't Live Without Them" is an interactive session that provides tips and strategies for handling holiday stressors. Free and open to the public.
The Dugan Center at St. Mary's
15 St. Mary's Place
Rochester 14607
585.232.7140