Events

Green Greener Greenest FREE Lecture Series: RESCHEDULE of Lecture Three: Testing Protocols

Starting: 2/9/2010
Ending: 2/9/2010
Start Time: 7:00pm

Location/Address: Edmonds Community College

Event Description:
Are you confused or maybe even amused by products, materials, or services that proclaim themselves to be GREEN? Do have faith in their claims to save you time, money, effort, AND save the environment? How can you confidently choose or recommend the appropriate product, materials, or service for the job? When you put your reputation on the line, it is important to know how to assess the situation to make the best choice. Attend this lively discussion to hear more from these experts in the field who have been dealing with the real-world consequences of bad choices made with good intentions. Panel Presenters inlude Tom Schneider, Wally Corwin, Lee Durston and Brent Foster

Attachments:
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For more information, contact: Shana Peschek
E-mail: speschek@RTC.EDU
Phone: 425-235-2352 x 2217

Register for Green Greener Greenest FREE Lecture Series: RESCHEDULE of Lecture Three: Testing Protocols



Meet the Rosies

Starting: 2/10/2010
Ending: 2/10/2010
Start Time: 5:30pm
End Time: 7:30pm

Location/Address: 1905 North 45th Street in Wallingford

Event Description:
You saw them on King 5--this is your chance to meet these extraordinary women, live and in person! Swap stories and purchase a commemorative signed copy of the stunning 2010 Washington Women in Trades calendar, Life Lines. All this in the cozy & fun surroundings of Not a Number Cards & Gifts where you'll find stuff to make you think, stuff to make you laugh, stuff to make you smile and some really wonderful people, too. For more info, please contact Washington Women in Trades at 206.324.3374 or cpollyc@comcast.net




Pathways to Apprenticeship 2010

Starting: 2/23/2010
Ending: 2/23/2010
Start Time: 8:00am
End Time: 3:00pm

Location/Address: Everett, WA

Event Description:
You can help deliver this important message to your students by attending the Pathways to Apprenticeship event. At this daylong conference, you will receive: Valuable career guidance tools and academic resources In-depth knowledge of the apprenticeship system Connections to apprenticeship programs representing many industries in your area OSPI Clock Hours Pathways to Apprenticeship is a popular and recognized event – don’t delay, register today! There is a $50 Registration fee, please complete the attached forms according to the type of payment you will be making. For credit card payment complete the form and fax to 425-235-5816. To pay by check complete the form and return with your payment made to Renton Technical College. To pay by purchase order, complete the form and give to your business office or personnel responsible for issuing payments.

Attachments:
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To pay by credit card click here

To pay by PO/check click here


For more information, contact: Shana Peschek
E-mail: speschek@RTC.EDU
Phone: 425-235-2352 x 2217

Register for Pathways to Apprenticeship 2010



Green Greener Greenest FREE Lecture Series: Lecture Five: Building Codes

Starting: 2/23/2010
Ending: 2/23/2010
Start Time: 7:00pm

Location/Address: Bellevue College

Event Description:
Panel Presentation: Building Codes: People-ability, Planet-ability, Profit-ability, and hte new bottom line.

Attachments:
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For more information, contact: Shana Peschek
E-mail: speschek@RTC.EDU
Phone: 425-235-2352 x 2217

Register for Green Greener Greenest FREE Lecture Series: Lecture Five: Building Codes



In Pursuit of Sustainability: The Principles and Processes Inherent to All Sustainable Solutions

Starting: 3/17/2010
Ending: 3/19/2010
Start Time: 8:30am
End Time: 5:00pm

Location/Address: NWETC Headquarters, Seattle WA

Event Description:
While the term “sustainable” is widely evident in today’s common language and market places, it is equally evident that few who use the term truly consider its full breadth and extremely significant connotation. As a result, most approaches labeled as “sustainable” are essentially piecemeal or limited in approach, leaving out important relevant considerations and remaining open to critique as representing one or another “special interest”.

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Green Greener Greenest FREE Lecture Series: Lecture Six: Building Remodel and Historic Preservation

Starting: 3/23/2010
Ending: 3/23/2010
Start Time: 7:00pm

Location/Address: Renton Technical College

Event Description:
Panel Presentation: Building Remodel and Historic Preservation: Knowing when to hold'em and how to fold'em saves energy and resources. Location: Renton Technical College, Blencoe Auditorium, C101

Attachments:
To see the Green Lecture series flyer click here


For more information, contact: Shana Peschek
E-mail: speschek@RTC.EDU
Phone: 425-235-2352 x 2217

Register for Green Greener Greenest FREE Lecture Series: Lecture Six: Building Remodel and Historic Preservation



Pacific Northwest Apprenticeship Education Conference

Starting: 5/19/2010
Ending: 5/20/2010

Location/Address: Greater Tacoma Convention and Trade Center

Event Description:
This event will highlight our best practices in apprenticeship and apprenticeship preparation with three innovative strands: Employers’ Advantage: This “conference in a conference” will be designed to attract businesses who are current signatory contractors or training agents, and those who are considering using the apprenticeship model to meet their employment and training needs. Best Practices in Partnership: This track will draw from proven collaborative and promotional activities and products to enrich the understanding and activate the partnerships among apprenticeships, workforce development, non-profit organizations, and K-20 education. 21st Century Systems: This strand will help Apprenticeship coordinators new and seasoned understand new federal and state regulations, and gain a primer to modernizing their programs.

Links:
For more information and registration click here

Attachments:
To see the event flyer click here


For more information, contact: Shana Peschek
E-mail: speschek@RTC.EDU
Phone: 425-235-2352 x 2217




King County Construction Career Day

Starting: 10/6/2010
Ending: 10/7/2010

Location/Address: Magnuson Park, Seattle

Event Description:
Details to come in the future





Additional calendars of events in Washington State:

The Apprenticeship Division of Washington State Department of Labor and Industries maintains an online calendar of trades events, and trainings for apprentices.  For more, go to: http://www.lni.wa.gov/TradesLicensing/Apprenticeship/
NewsEvents/Calendar/default.asp

WorkSource Washington manages an online events page showing local and regional career fairs and workshops.  Go to: http://www.wa.gov/esd/calendar.htm


Email Shana Peschek if you would like your construction related event to be listed.