What's Happening, July 3

FIRST TUESDAY LECTURES: at the Crestview library on Commerce Drive are held at 10:30 a.m. Upcoming programs include the following:
• July 7, Life on the West Florida Frontier with Dr. Brian Rucker of Pensacola Junior College.
• Aug. 4, Aerodynamics for Dummies: Folding and Flying Paper Airplanes, with Laurel Hill author and engineer Ken Blackburn.
• Exploring Folk Musical Instruments with the Pelican Pickers.
For details visit www.cityofcrestview.org/library.htm (under "Programs & Services"). Phone: 682-4432.

BLOOD DRIVES: Northwest Florida Blood Services is hosting the following blood drives: Saturday, July 11 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Wal-Mart Supercenter in Crestview. Every donor will receive a $10 gift card.

JOBS FAIR: Job Fair set for July 15
The City of Crestview will host the North Okaloosa Career & Job Fair July 15 at the Crestview Community Center, 1446 Commerce Drive in Crestview.  This event will start at 10 a.m. and run until 2 p.m.  Approximately 50 employers will be present representing defense contractors, aviation, manufacturing, law enforcement, medical and many other career fields. This job fair is completely free to employers and the public.  Seminars will be offered on civil service application, job search, resume writing, interviewing techniques, and other topics.
Employers will have access to highly motivated military and civilian applicants from the local area. This is an opportunity for companies to recruit some of the most highly qualified, degreed, and technically skilled, professional personnel in the Southeast.
Employers may register by calling (850) 729-5227 or (850) 833-7587 X211 or X229 or e-mailing ltipton@jobsplus02.com  or jmcdaniel@jobsplus02.com. 
This event is sponsored by the city of Crestview in partnership with Northwest Florida State College, JobsPlus/Workforce Development Board of Okaloosa and Walton Counties and the Crestview Chamber of Commerce.

CHEERLEADER FUND-RAISER: The Davidson Middle School Cheerleaders will be holding a multi family yard sale on Saturday, July 18 at Premier Community Bank (next to Wings of Fire off of the U.S. Highways 85 and 90 intersection).
Hours will be 7 a.m. until approximately noon. There is no rain day scheduled.

EMERALD COAST HOSPICE IN-SERVICES: Emerald Coast Hospice announces the following in-services:
“Hospice 101” in-service will be presented by Susie Chestnut at 10 a.m. July 15 at Bridgeway Senior Services, 5240 Greenleaf Pl. in Crestview. Topics include Hospice philosophy, eligibility, services, funding, plus other pertinent information about Emerald Coast Hospice. Nurses will receive 1.2 contact hours. All others will receive 1.0 contact hours. The in-service is free an open to the public.
“Top Ten Ways to Connect with People” in-service will be presented by Susie Chestnut at 8:30 a.m. July 24 at the Large Conference Room in the Walton County Health Department. Learn 10 effective ways of connecting with those you encounter in the workplace and in the daily routine of life.  These tips will help you as you work with patients, patients families, co-workers and others. Nurses will receive 1.2 contact hours. All others will receive 1.0 contact hours. The in-service is free an open to the public.
“Wound Prevention and Management” in-service will be presented July 31 at 2:30 p.m. at Shoal Creek Rehabilitation and Nursing Home in Crestview by Registered Nurse Donna Curry.
“True Teamwork” in-service will be presented by Susie Chestnut at 8:30 a.m. July 31 at the Large Conference Room in the Walton County Health Department. In most professional environments the utilization of teams is essential, specifically in healthcare. Learn the most common types of teams in the healthcare setting, tried and true principles of teamwork, and methods to help build an atmosphere of teamwork in your workplace. Nurses will receive 1.2 contact hours. All others will receive 1.0 contact hours. The in-service is free an open to the public.
“Fall Prevention in the Nursing Home” in-service will be presented by Registered Nurse Donna Curry at Silvercrest Manor in Crestview on Aug. 18 at 7:15 a.m. in the conference room, and at 2 p.m. and 3:15 p.m. in the dining room.
“Compassion Fatigue” in-service will be presented by Susie Chestnut at 8:30 a.m. Aug. 21 at the Large Conference Room in the Walton County Health Department. For those in healthcare the new word for “Burn Out” is compassion fatigue. Learn exactly what compassion fatigue is, who it affects and how to deal with it. This in-service reiterates the fact that one must take care of self to properly care for others.  Those that continually feel as they are running on empty will benefit from this in-service.  Nurses will receive 1.2 contact hours. All others will receive 1.0 contact hours. The in-service is free an open to the public.
For details on any of these events, contact Susie Chestnut at 689-0300.

MARKETING WORSHOP: Ideawörks, a full-service marketing agency based in Pensacola, will hold DIY Marketing — a hands-on workshop focused on do-it-yourself marketing strategies — on July 23 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Senior Circle classroom in the North Okaloosa Medical Center located on 127 Redstone Ave, Suite A in Crestview.
During the workshop, Ideawörks founder and President Caron Sjöberg will teach low- and no-cost do-it-yourself marketing strategies to increase business in a slow economy. The workshops are limited to 25 attendees to ensure that each participant receives a hands-on experience with takeaway information and ideas specific to their individual business.
According to Sjöberg the workshops will benefit most every industry from corporations, non-profits, education, government, hospitality, real estate and health care, among others.
DIY Marketing cost is $179, including take-away workbook and toolkit. Those interested are encouraged to register early to reserve their space. To register, visit www.ideaworksusa.com/diy or call (850) 434-9095.

CRESTVIEW SPORTS: Crestview Parks and Recreation is accepting signups for football, soccer and cheerleading.
Children who reach these age limits before Sept. 1 are welcome to sign up: ages 4-14 for soccer 6-11 for football, and 4-12 for cheerleading.
Registration is $60 for city residents and $65 for those outside the city limits. Please call 682-4715 for further details and information on cheerleader registration. Parks and Rec hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. The Web site is at www.cityofcrestview.org.

HOBO RECREATION CAMP: The Laurel Hill Hobo Recreation Camp offers a safe learning and physical activity environment for kids from kindergarten through eighth grade. Campers will play sports including basketball, volleyball, baseball and bowling.
Hobo Recreation Camp will be conducted at Laurel Hill School from 7:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. daily, with extended care available from 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. and 4 to 5 p.m. for an extra fee.
Session 2 runs July 6-31 for $200. Daily rate is $10; weekly rates are $50 per child. Discounts are offered for two or more children registered from the same household.
For more information, contact Amanda Varnum, 951-3693, varnumam@mail.okaloosa.k12.us; or Karen Rogers-Wooten, 305-2866, or wootenk@ mail.okaloosa.k12.us.