9:00am – 11:00am. Come learn in this mixed level setting. Classes are on-going. Must register by calling each week before class or signing your name on the sheet at the door. Space is limited. Call the Norcross Human Services Center at 770.638.5661 to register and reserve your seat now.

 

Noon – 2:00pm. Advance your computer skills by creating professionally produced documents, flyers, and presentations using Word, Publisher, and PowerPoint. Four classes, two hours each. Cost is $45. Registration and payment must be made in advance and in person at the Norcross Human Services Center. Provided by One 2 One Educational Support. Call 678.230.4027 or 770.638.5661 for more information.

 

6:30pm – 8:30pm. During this six week course you will learn all the components of your computer; how to navigate your desktop; emailing; introduction to creating documents, spreadsheets and presentations. Cost: $60 includes course materials. Space is limited. Call the Norcross Human Services Center at 770.638.5661 to register and reserve your seat now.

 

9:00am – 11:00am. You will be introduced to the Internet and learn how to access information, keep in touch with others, and improve efficiency at the keyboard (with adequate practice outside of class). Two classes/two hours each. Cost is $30. Registration and payment must be made in advance and in person at the Norcross Human Services Center. Provided by One 2 One Educational Support. Please call 678.230.4027 or 770.638.5661 for more information.

Noon – 2:00pm. You will learn advanced techniques to create stylish documents. Particpants should possess a basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and beginning computer skills. Four classes, two hours each. Cost is $45. Registration and payment must be made in advance and in person at the Norcross Human Services Center. Provided by One 2 One Educational Support. Call 678.230.4027 or 770.638.5661 for more information.

 

9:00am – 11:00am. Learn to build a resume that showcases your talent and is geared toward the job you want. Participants are encouraged to prepare an accurate job history or skills assessment applicable to their desired field before attending. This is not a computer class. Two classes/two hours each. Cost is $30. Registration and payment must be made in advance and in person at the Norcross Human Services Center. Provided by One 2 One Educational Support. Please call 678.230.4027 or 770.638.5661 for more information.

 

 

 

 

6:30pm – 7:30pm. Come and learn the art of belly dancing as a fun way to increase your physical fitness. Belly dancing is a great low impact aerobic exercise. The hypnotic fluidity of the movements can be very healing and a wonderful stress reducer. Cost: $30 for a six-week session. Sessions are on-going. For more information and to register, call the Norcross Human Services Center at 770.638.5661.

 

11:30 – noon. Blast calories and sculpt your body from head to toe with this 30-minute cardio and strength workout. Call the Norcross Human Services Center to register 770.638.5661.

 

10:00am – noon. Second Friday of every month. All ages are welcome. Learn how to eat right and how to use the food pyramid, plan meals, and find out about community resources. Information provided in both English and Spanish. Sponsored by the University of Georgia Extension Service. Call the Norcross Human Services Center to register, 770.638.5661.

 

The Norcross Human Services Center is a registered Safe Place location for children and teens who feel they are being threatened by a stranger, picked on by bigger and older kids, and for latchkey children who have lost their keys. Safe Place is also for runaway teens or those kicked out of their homes; youth with friends who are drinking and driving; teens experiencing a family crisis/breakdown in communication; or for children from neglectful or abusive homes. Service is provided by the Gwinnett Children’s Shelter. For more information, visit www.gwinnettchildrenshelter.org or call 770.985.4713.

 

 

ESL Basic and Literacy: Mondays and Wednesdays from 7:00pm – 9:00pm

ESL Level One B: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00pm – 7:00pm

ESL Level Two A: Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:00pm – 7:00pm

ESL Level Two B: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:00pm – 9:00pm

ESL Level Three A: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30pm – 8:30pm

ESL Level Three B: Mondays and Wednesdays from 7:00pm – 9:00pm

ESL Level Four B: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00pm – 8:00pm

ESL Level Five B: Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:30pm – 8:30pm

All classes are for adults who want to learn English. Classes are provided by the Asian American Resource Center (AARC) 770.270.0663. Call the Norcross Human Services Center for registration information, 770.638.5661.

 

9:00am – 11:00am. This is an on-going program for adult speakers of other languages. Classes are taught in an informal setting and mixed levels. Space is limited. Call the Norcross Human Services Center to register 770.638.5661.

6:30pm – 8:30 pm. The cost is $60 for five weeks. A minimum of five students per class is needed to have a class. Must register in person at the Norcross Human Services Center. For more information please call 770.638.5661.

 

 

6:45pm – 8:15pm. An eight-month enrichment program designed to increase self-esteem and develop leadership skills for ages 11 – 14. Features bi-weekly workshops, mentoring, and community service from September 2009 until April 2010. Available for ages 6 – 10 and 15 – 18 at different locations. All age groups will combine to participate in community service and special events. Over 24 meeting dates and opportunities for building confidence, respect, and esteem. Less than $10 per meeting and sliding fee scale pricing is available for those who require tuition assistance. Additional discounts for returning participants; and 25 percent discount for second and third child within same household. Visit www.iambeautiful.org to obtain an application or call 404.545.9051 for more information.

 

10:00am – noon. Every Saturday except for holiday weekends. The Girl Scouts help to build girls’ confidence and character. A different age group meets each Saturday. To join the Girl Scouts or for more information call 404.527.7500.

5:30pm – 6:30pm. Program for adults who want to become US citizens. Instruction by Asian American Resource Center, 770.270.0663. Call the Norcross Human Services Center for registration information 770.638.5661.

 

1:00pm – 3:00pm. Meets fourth Tuesday of each month. GMAC collaborates and network with other organizations to provide resources and education to benefit the diverse communities of Gwinnett County. Your input is welcome as GMAC continues the effort to understand, value, and incorporate various cultures. If you would like your culture to be represented, come and share your information and broaden our alliance perspective. The committee meets every fourth Tuesday in the second floor classroom. Your participation and contributions will always be welcome and appreciated. Please call the Norcross Human Services Center 770.638.5661 for more information.

6:30pm – 8:30pm. This support group is for adults. Call 678.234.5648 for additional information.

 

1:00pm – 3:00pm. Got Boys/Got Girls is an innovative youth development program that takes mentoring to the next level. In addition to providing mentoring services, single mothers of sons, and fathers of daughters are invited to participate in ongoing educational classes and support groups designed to bridge the gap and increase understanding between the genders. Mothers of sons and fathers of daughters often find themselves at a loss when parenting their children. In addition to the stress of being a single parent, they are faced with the additional difficulty of raising a child of the opposite gender that he/she may not understand. It is this gap that Got Boys/Got Girls seeks to fill. For more information, call 678.253.0162 or e-mail info@singleparent411.org. You may also visit the website at http://www.singleparent411.org.

11:00am – 12:30pm. SingleParent411 offers single parents the opportunity to network and build a support system with other single parents facing these same challenges in their community to help them realize that they are not alone. The overall goal of SingleParent411 is to improve parenting skills, improve communication within families, reduce or eliminate instances of child abuse and neglect and to improve self esteem and self concept of single parents thereby empowering them to improve the self esteem and self concept of their children. The method for achieving this goal is to provide educational experiences that will increase the participants’ capacity to use positive parenting practices and enable them to create a family environment that facilitates the development of health, productive and successful children. For more information, call SPARC at 678.253.0162 or e-mail info@singleparent411.org. You may also visit the website at http://www.singleparent411.org. To register, call the Norcross Human Services Center at 770.638.5661.

 

6:00pm – 8:00pm. Being a Dad is hard work. Who's there for you? B.U.I.L.D. = Building Up Involved Loving Dads. Want more influence in your child's life? Want to contribute to your child's success? Want to B.U.I.L.D. a positive relationship with your children that will last a lifetime? Our free program will support you in raising your children; show you ways to help your kids succeed; hook you up with other community help; and teach you skills you can use to help other Dads. For more information, call Betsy at Gwinnett Children’s Shelter at 678.546.8770 ext. 253.

 

 

9:00am – Noon. Get assistance to deal with bankruptcy and become debt free, from crisis to control. Call the Norcross Human Services Center for registration information 770.638.5661.