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"What better way to inspire a child to do better in school than to see their role model in life actually doing it an bettering their lives."

- Mireya Eavey, United Way Suncoast
 

[Workforce]  Two-Gen Program Graduating 12 CNAs
Jacob Ogles, jacob.ogles@srqme.com

A class of certified nursing assistants will graduate this week from a new program at Booker Middle School training adults to enter new careers, but philanthropy leaders behind the effort say the greatest gain from the program may come with the next generation. “What better way to inspire a child to do better in school than to see their role model in life actually doing it and bettering their lives,” says Mireya Eavey, United Way Suncoast Sarasota Area president.

United Way in partnership with CareerEdge Funders Collaborative helped fund tuition and state exam fees for the program, which helped parents living in the north Sarasota area. The class included an eight-week course facilitated by the American Red Cross and soft skills program called Bridges to Careers that instructed participants on skills like resume writing. A graduation ceremony and healthcare-focused career fair will be held Thursday evening at Booker Middle’s cafeteria.

Eavey says the program follows the two-gen (2Gen) model, helping both parents getting trained and providing for their children. The class follows in the steps of programs like Eagle Academy at Alta Vista Elementary, an effort backed by the Community Foundation of Sarasota County. Successful initiatives such as these programs have won national acclaim for Sarasota's efforts to help low-income and working-class families—both the parents and children—in a cooperative fashion.

John Annis, senior vice president of community investment for the Community Foundation, says that program has won the attention of luminary organizations like the Aspen Institute, which encouraged more new programs that may initially appear risky but can improve the community in effective ways both direct and indirect. Annis says efforts like this made him realize modern philanthropy now trades in risk capital, the type once reserved for business incubators and angel investors. “We need to be taking more risks,” Annis says. 

Read more about the new approach in the "Investing in Good Risk" feature in the December issue of SRQ Magazine.

[Daily Shop]  Vibrant Versatility
Taylor Young

Everyone can agree that the temperatures in Florida don’t necessarily fit the mold of ideal winter sweater weather. Instead of pining after falling leaves and snow drifts, take advantage of the “we live where you vacation” saying and stop by Sarasota’s new go-to store for all things fashion—September Boutique—where you can find this charming Vitamin Sea t-shirt dress. With an extremely versatile material, it is perfect to wear as a cover-up and soft enough to sleep in. Go from catching fashionable zz’s in bed to snoozing on the sand with this all-in-one closet staple.


 

September Boutique, 1467 Main St., Sarasota, 941-217-6340.

[Hires]  Savinsky Returns to RE/MAX

Realtor Noreen Savinsky has returned to RE/MAX Alliance Group in the Sarasota office. She has 14 years of real estate experience in Southwest Florida, offering her clients extensive market knowledge and superior customer service. Prior to becoming a realtor, Savinsky worked for more than 15 years in sales and marketing for a multi-billion dollar computer company in New York. 

RE/MAX Alliance Group

[Exec Moves]  Friendship Centers Announces 2017 Board and Chair

The Friendship Centers, a nonprofit serving older adults in Southwest Florida, announced four new Board of Governors members and a new chair at its recent Annual Board meeting. The Board of Governors brings together regional community leaders from five counties to the govern Senior Friendship Centers and Senior Friendship Centers Foundation. Immediate Past Chair Kathy Silverberg, welcomed new Chair, Kevin Maisch and new members Barbara Kelly, PhD, Frank Fleischer, Skip Cohen and Karen Reynolds, DPN to the Board of Governors. Maisch retired in 2013 from IBM Corporation after nearly 40 years, and more recently consulted as a client executive for IBM Global Financing. Maisch was IBM's loaned executive to the United Way, working with various businesses to develop their respective charitable contributions program. He has been a volunteer on behalf of the Friendship Center's fund development for a number of years and has created value-added relationships with local businesses, vendors and suppliers. 
 

Friendship Centers

[Recognition]  Sarasota Audubon Nature Center Awarded

The Sarasota Audubon Nature Center was recognized as Outstanding LEED for New Construction Project and one of this region’s Best of the Best at the USGBC Florida Gulf Coast Region’s Annual LEEDership Awards in November. The Florida Gulf Coast Region, a USGBC Florida chapter, serves members from Tampa to Naples. Carlson Studio Architecture is the Architect of the Sarasota Audubon Nature Center. The Sarasota Audubon Nature Center was certified as a LEED Gold building at the beginning of the year and has recorded net zero energy usage since January.  

Sarasota Audubon Nature Center



[TODAY]  BUSINESS: 2017 Home of the Year Call for Entries , December 9 – January 6, Submissions must be received digitally by SRQ Magazine by 4pm.

You are invited to participate in the 13th SRQ Annual Home of the Year competition brought to you by SRQ magazine. Our panel of expert judges will review entries based on innovation, functionalisty and overall design aesthetic toname SRQ's Home of the Year Platinum, Gold and Silver awards. Local professionals are invited to submit their best work in architecture and home design by the Call for Entries Deadlline of Friday, December 9, 2016 by 4pm.

SRQ MEDIA, 331 S. Pineapple Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34236

[TODAY]  PERFORMANCE: Guys and Dolls , November 18 – January 1

When it comes to wit, style, and sheer exuberant joy, Guys and Dolls is the odds-on favorite as the best musical comedies, paired with a feature score by Frank Loesser. The plot involves the unlikeliest of romantic pairings: a high-rolling gambler and a save-your-soul missionary, a showgirl dreaming of the straight-and-narrow and a crap game manager who is anything but. Place your bet on love conquering all in this hilarious classic that defined Broadway’s Golden Age.

The Asolo Repertory Theatre , 5555 North Tamiami Trail Sarasota, 34243

[SOON]  THEATER: Clever Little Lies , December 14 – March 4

Clever Little Lies by Joe DiPietro is an edgy yet hilarious show that challenges our beliefs about the sanctity of marriage. Most suitable for college aged students and adults, this play will be held in the Keating Theatre. Subscriptions and single tickets are available online or by calling the FST box office. 

Florida Studio Theatre, 1241 North Palm Avenue

[SOON]  GALLERY: Gateways , December 16 – January 20, 11am-5pm

Hans Van de Bovenkamp, renowned for monumental sculpture installations with the pwoer, lyricism and grand proportions that heighten a viewer's sense of imagination and discovery, unveils Gateways at Alfstand& Contemporary. The exhibition features more than 30 pieces. The opening reception will be December 16 from 5:30pm-8pm.

Alfstad& Contemporary, 1419th 5th Street, Suite A

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