Happy Autumn!
Happy Autumn, all!
Well, snow has fallen, and we’ve survived the usual first snow crazy driver syndrome. Before the true holiday season hits, there are some exciting events happening in November that you might want to know about. Election Day or Town Hall? As you know, the first Tuesday in November is Election Day. The first Tuesday in November (November 1st) also happens to be my regularly scheduled town hall at the South Metro Denver Chamber of Commerce in Centennial! In light of this, I’m sure you’d rather be at an election party or watching the results from your couch. So, I am working with the Chamber toget another date we can meet in November. Stay tuned for the new date. So, please remember to exercise your right and vote! Keeping Our Community Safe Please join me for my next town hall to honor local veterans in our community who fought to protect our freedoms and to learn how we can take charge of our safety at home from professionals who specialize in disaster preparedness, community safety, and terrorism protocols. This is a great opportunity to honor our vets and get informed on how to keep each other be safe in the 21st century. WHEN: Saturday, November 12, 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. WHERE: Blueberry’s Bakery & Café Interested in the Legislative Process and Lobbying? Colorado Citizens Lobby invites you to participate in a training session on Nov 5, 2011 to learn how to lobby for yourself or your issues or causes. Presenters at this event include, but are not limited to, Sen. Ken Gordon, Rep. Lois Court, Rep. Joe Rice, and me! You’ll also hear from a volunteer lobbyist. WHEN: Sat. Nov 5th, 1pm – 6pm WHERE: Plymouth Congregational Church UCC, 3501 S Colorado Blvd, Englewood, CO, 80113 RSVP REQUIRED: Bettyaharris@juno.com And as always, if you have any comments, questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me atLinda.newell.senate@gmail.com or (303) 866-4846. In gratitude, Linda Newell Town halls First Tuesdays at So. Metro Denver Chamber of Commerce on University Blvd. 6:30pm Office phone: 303-866-4846 |
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Training
Following a major disaster, first responders who provide fire, medical and police services may not be able to meet the demand for their services. Factors such as number of victims, communication failures, and road blockages could prevent the public from accessing emergency services that they have grown to expect at a moment notice from their 911 call. People will possibly have to rely on each other for help and direction in order to meet their immediate need for life and health sustaining services. You could be that person! You-right there- right now- saving their life, their child, friends or a loved one !
This course will give you the knowledge and ability to react responsibly, intelligently and immediately to a threat that could leave our community totally disabled in the event of a disaster. Should our community have a situation where first responders were not available, we could be of great benefit by providing guidance and direction to our neighbors, friends and families until help could arrive. There is nothing more overwhelming than to be in a situation where no one has the ability to help the injured, save lives or even hope to survive until help arrives. That feeling of helplessness can be greatly diminished. This course will train you to respond with authority and knowledge. You might be a vital link to the survival of people at almost any given time and/or be an important connection in the safe and expedient removal and/or care of your neighbors, friends or family from a disaster situation. Hopefully we will never be needed but can you afford to not be prepared?
This year’s course schedule is as follows and all held at the Littleton Center 2255 W Berry Ave., Littleton, Co 80120
March 3, 2012 8:00AM-4:00PM
March 10, 2012 8:00AM-4:00PM
March 24, 2012 8:00AM-4:00PM
March 31, 2012 8:00AM-4:00PM
Children’s Hospital Advocacy Series
Just a quick reminder about our upcoming advocacy series. If you’ve ever wanted to make a difference but wondered how to make sure your voice is heard, you won’t want to miss these free events. Come to one, or come to all three, and please bring your ideas, questions, and a friend!
- ADVOCACY WORKSHOP
Hear from Children’s Colorado’s government affairs team and real moms who are speaking out on the issues they care about. They’ll share their experiences and provide tips on how to use your own voice to affect change. Then, interact directly with our experts to receive tips about how you, too, can lobby on behalf of the issues most important to you. Aimee Giese, business owner and mom blogger of Greeblemonkey, will act as moderator.
- WHEN: November 1, 8:00–9:30 a.m.
- WHERE: Children’s Hospital Colorado, 2nd Floor Conference Center, 13123 East 16th Ave., Aurora
- Space is limited; RSVP here today!
- SPEAK UP AT THE CAPITOL
Step into the doors of the Colorado State Capitol to meet Senator Linda Newell, who along with members of the Children’s Hospital Colorado government affairs team, will share best practices for how to speak up on issues and make your voice heard. Then, participate in an interactive round-table discussion with fellow parents and caregivers to talk about what you care about and ask any questions about getting involved at the legislature. (NOTE: food and drinks not allowed where we will be meeting at the Capitol – please join the networking event below for a light brunch beforehand.)
- WHEN: November 9, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
- WHERE: Colorado State Capitol, Senate Committee Room 352, 200 E. Colfax Ave., Denver
- Space is limited; RSVP here today!
- MEET UP AND EAT UP
In advance of the meeting with Senator Newell, get acquainted with fellow parents and caregivers and enjoy a light brunch at the Colorado Children’s Campaign offices. (NOTE: food and drinks are not allowed where we will be meeting at the Capitol.)
- WHEN: November 9, 10:30–11:30 a.m.
- WHERE: Colorado Children’s Campaign, 1580 Lincoln St., Ste. 420, Denver, CO
- Space is limited; RSVP here today!
Newell to host Conflict Resolution Month town hall
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Thursday, October 6 2011
CONTACT:
Eddie Stern, Communications Director, (303) 866-4882, edward.stern@state.co.us
Jack Wylie, Deputy Communications Director, (303) 866-3005, jack.wylie@state.co.us
Senator Linda Newell to host Conflict Resolution Month town hall
LITTLETON— On Saturday, October 22, in observance of Conflict Resolution Month, State Senator Linda Newell (D-Littleton), will host a town hall to discuss how conflict resolution can be used at home and at work to better address conflict and improve peoples’ lives.
Smart conflict resolution helps businesses meet their bottom line by using skills that build strong relationships, prevent costly litigation, and retain productive employees. Conflict resolution in your personal life can foster peace in your home, long-lasting friendships and relationships, and maintain respect in the community. The town hall will help residents learn about the free or low-cost resources that are available to them.
For a free and personal consolation with a conflict resolution professional after the event, please email kyle.piccola@state.co.us.
WHAT: Conflict Resolution Month Town Hall
WHO: State Senator Linda Newell
WHEN: Saturday, October 22, 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: Blueberry’s Bakery & Café
1500 West Littleton Blvd., Littleton
(In the Woodlawn Shopping Center)