The National Day on Writing Conference, October 16, 2014, in the Community Room, is a daylong event from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. that features writing workshops, a poetry slam, a poetry and essay contest award ceremony, live music by Howard Satinsky and Allan Ballinger, and a panel discussion. The theme of the day is Writing From Both Sides of the Brain. This year, our special guest speaker is Heidi McIndoo, MS, RD, LDN, author of The Complete Idiot’s Guide to 200-300-400 Calorie Meals and When to Eat What. She’s a nutrition writer, food and nutrition expert, and spokesperson. It is hosted by the General Education Department, the Library Advocacy Committee, the Poetry Club, the Writers Guild, and the Student Experience Committee.

JOIN US FOR THE BEACON LAUNCH — SEPTEMBER 23

Make plans to join the contributors and staff of The Beacon, Goodwin College’s literary magazine, for a launch event on Tuesday, September 23, from 3 to 4 p.m., in the Hoffman Family Library. Writers will read selections of their work that were included in the new edition of The Beacon. 

AAA Membership Discounts for Students

Interested in a AAA membership? Take advantage of exclusive member benefits! Goodwin College has partnered with AAA to offer all alumni, students, and employees the safety, security, and savings of a AAA membership at a discounted rate. Join AAA as part of the Goodwin College group membership program and save money off of the membership price. Visit the Goodwin College lobby on Wednesday, September 10, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and speak directly with a AAA representative. For more information, please contact Vanessa Pergolizzi at vpergolizzi@Goodwin.edu. If you cannot make it to campus on September 10 but would like to purchase a membership, contact Steve Lasek at slasek@aaa-alliedgroup.com or 860-648-7329.

DID YOU MISS ORIENTATION?

Check out Goodwin College's Online Student Orientation! Videos and instructions to assist you in being more successful in your academic career. Available 24/7! Just click here to get to the site.

4 Week Bereavement Group

Share, Learn and Support Each Other

"Journey Through Grief"

If you have experienced the recent death of someone dear to you, join others in a supportive setting. Meet to share your stories, learn about grief, and discover how to support one another in a safe environment. The goal is to seek "The New Normal." The loved one will always be remembered AND it is possible to have joy again - over time. 

Information about the group: 

1. Recommended audience is for people who have experienced a loss from 3 to 18 months ago. 

2. The support group is open to the community. Feel free to share with others. 

3. A commitment to attend all 4 class sessions is expected. 

4. Registration is strongly encouraged by September 12. Requirement to speak with the facilitator     directly. See contact information below. 

5. Possible monthly "check-in" groups afterward. 

Dates: Thursday, September 18 & 25 and October 2 & 9

Location: 195 Riverside Drive, East Hartford, CT, Room 106

Time: 2:00 - 3:30 pm 

For more information or to register, please contact: 

Linda Huff, Bereavement Coordinator at 860-290-6771 or lhuff@masonicare.org. 

WORKING TOGETHER TO RECYCLE!

Recycling @ Goodwin: 

Please recycle using the blue-capped recycling bins in classrooms and offices at One Riverside Drive! These blue-capped bins can be used to recycle paper, bottles, cans, cardboard, paper bags, and much more.

CONSTRUCTION WORK ON RIVERSIDE DRIVE

The Town of East Hartford and local utility companies are in the process of doing pre-construction work on Riverside Drive. This is in preparation for a larger construction project to redesign Riverside Drive from the Connecticut River Academy to the intersection of Ensign Street. Crews will be working on a varied schedule that is difficult to predict from day to day, so please plan on detours and accommodations for construction now through November. Your cooperation and patience will be greatly appreciated.

FARMERS' MARKET - OPEN FOR BUSINESS

FARMERS' MARKET - OPEN FOR BUSINESS

Recognize anyone from the neighborhood? 

Click here to check out just who has been seen at the recent Farmers' Market!