Speaker Date Topic
Karen Williams, Program Director with the YMCA May 16, 2024 12:00 PM
Livestrong

Karen along with participant Toni Chase will discusses how the YMCA offes cancer survivors the ability to participate in free or low-cost customized exercise regimens catered to their individual needs from certified fitness instructors. The instructors are trained in cancer survivorship, post-rehabilitation exercise and supportive cancer care. Survivors and often their families receive a membership at the YMCA for the duration of the program. The program is offered for free or low-cost at the discretion of each YMCA location.   For more information log onto Livestrong.org


 

Liz Vagani Santee Library Branch Manager Jun 06, 2024 12:00 PM
Santee Library

Elizabeth Vagani has been serving as the Branch Manager of the Santee Library since March of 2020.  She has worked at the San Diego County Library system for over twelve years, previously having managed libraries in Lemon Grove and El Cajon. Her passion is enhancing opportunity and providing literacy services to in-need populations.  When not working, Liz spends her leisure time baking with her three children and pursuing continuing studies in Public Administration.

Presentation Summary:
Santee Library Branch Manager Liz Vagani discusses the new San Diego County Library Strategic Plan, the Santee Branch’s specific Plan initiatives, a general overview of what the library has to offer, and what services will resume in the immediate future. 

Jessica Chiesman Jun 20, 2024 12:00 PM
Dads Corps - Recruitment specialist for the Dads Corp program of SAY San Diego

Dads Corps

Dads Corps follows a nationally recognized parenting curriculum, and highlights the pillars of fatherhood through dialogue, shared experience, and parental modeling. It’s a FREE program that’s open to all fathers, including Civilian Dads, Active Duty Dads, Veteran Dads, and Dads-To-Be.

Dads Corps understands the unique challenges of parenting. Skilled facilitators support dads and together share new insights and approaches to parenting, allowing you to develop new skills and tools to support your family regardless of your situation.

Services Include:

  • New Ways to Connect with Kids
  • Parenting Tips & Tricks
  • Handling Challenges in Uncertain Times
  • Alumni Network
  • In-Person & Virtual Learning Formats
  • Employment Services
  • Legal Resources
  • Supportive Services
  • Private Instruction (if requested)
  • Resource Referrals
  • Scholarships for Career Advancement, Training, & General Support Family-Friendly Activities & Excursions