svsfcenterhttp://www.svsfcenter.orgThu, 23 Feb 2012 11:28:55 GMTMon, 06 Feb 2012 19:45:53 GMTGrosse Pointe Cable/War Memorial TVhttp://www.svsfcenter.org/grosse-pointe-cablewar-memorial-tvMon, 13 Feb 2012 06:00:00 GMTDiane RenaudThe John Prost Show

You can watch our team talk about the Center and its services four times a day, the week of February 13, at 2:00 p.m., 10:00 p.m., 2:00 a.m. and 4:00 a.m.

Check your local listings to see if the show is available in your area.

]]>http://www.svsfcenter.org/grosse-pointe-cablewar-memorial-tvHip City Dealshttp://www.svsfcenter.org/hip-city-deals1Fri, 03 Feb 2012 06:00:00 GMTDiane RenaudOur good friends at Hip City Deals are helping the Center to raise some money the week of February 5, 2012.  Visit www.hipcitydeals.com to review the information.

]]>http://www.svsfcenter.org/hip-city-deals1Do you know how to brush your teeth?http://www.svsfcenter.org/do-you-know-how-to-brush-your-teethWed, 25 Jan 2012 06:00:00 GMTDiane RenaudThanks to Dr. Calvin Brown and his staff, our kids know!  Dr. Brown graciously visited our 1st graders on January 18 to demonstrate the proper methods of oral hygiene and to give our kids free toothbrushes, paste, etc. We are grateful to Dr. Brown for keeping our kids smiling!!!

]]>http://www.svsfcenter.org/do-you-know-how-to-brush-your-teethThe Center Welcomes Triohttp://www.svsfcenter.org/the-center-welcomes-trioWed, 21 Dec 2011 06:00:00 GMTDiane RenaudThe Center will welcome Delta Saulsberry, from the TRIO Educational Opportunity Center, who will be speaking with our students regarding scholarship/financial aid opportunities for students interested in pursuing higher education.  Ms. Saulsberry will be at the Center on January 19, for more information, please call (313) 535-9200 x3102.

]]>http://www.svsfcenter.org/the-center-welcomes-trioCrain's Detroit Featurehttp://www.svsfcenter.org/crains-detroit-featureTue, 20 Dec 2011 06:00:00 GMTDiane RenaudPlease visit our Press page to view the feature article in Crain's Detroit about the Center's efforts.

]]>http://www.svsfcenter.org/crains-detroit-featureLetters to Solidershttp://www.svsfcenter.org/letters-to-solidersTue, 13 Dec 2011 06:00:00 GMTDiane RenaudPlease visit our Children's page for a sample of what our kids are sending to the soliders during the holidays...

]]>http://www.svsfcenter.org/letters-to-solidersHoliday Donationshttp://www.svsfcenter.org/holiday-donationsMon, 12 Dec 2011 06:00:00 GMTDiane RenaudWe will happily accept donations for our children and families.  All gifts must be new and unwrapped.  If you would like to provide them in a gift bag, that would be appreciated.  Please refer to the donation page for suggestions on what our families would prefer.  And thank you.

]]>http://www.svsfcenter.org/holiday-donationsNo Phones/Emailhttp://www.svsfcenter.org/no-phonesemailTue, 06 Dec 2011 06:00:00 GMTDiane RenaudUnfortunately, due to a transformer fire, the Center does not have phones or email.  We anticipate service to be restored by the 8th.  The Center is open for classes.  Thank you for your patience as we wait for our service.

]]>http://www.svsfcenter.org/no-phonesemailMichigan Charitable Tax Credit Expires after 12/31/11!Fri, 02 Dec 2011 06:00:00 GMTDiane RenaudAt the end of this calendar year, your ability to deduct your donation from your State of Michigan tax return will expire.  You will still be able to deduct a gift on your Federal return, but this is the last year that you will be able to use the deduction on your state form.

Please consider a gift before the end of 2011 - your support is greatly needed and contributing before the end of the year is the best way to help your State of Michigan return!!

 

]]>The Video Of The Children's Summer Education Experience!!!http://www.svsfcenter.org/iframe-width560-height315-srchttpwwwyoutubecomembedquyk4xekdz4-frameborder0-alloMon, 07 Nov 2011 06:00:00 GMTNicole CopesCheck out this video of all the wonderful things that The Children's Summer Education Experience Program did this past summer!!!  Thanks to Marc Suris Legacy Foundation for their sponsorship in making these field trips possible for all of the children who were apart of our Summer Education Experience Program this year!!!

 

 

]]>http://www.svsfcenter.org/iframe-width560-height315-srchttpwwwyoutubecomembedquyk4xekdz4-frameborder0-alloSandra Ali on WDIVhttp://www.svsfcenter.org/sandra-ali-on-wdivWed, 02 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMTDiane RenaudOn Tuesday night's 11:00 p.m. WDIV News broadcast, Sandra Ali broadcast a story featuring some of the former residents of the Center.  These ladies lived at the Center in the 50's and now meet once a month, as a way of staying connected with their fellow residents.  It was a very nice tribute and rememberance that the Center has been affecting the lives of Metro Detroiters for generations!

]]>http://www.svsfcenter.org/sandra-ali-on-wdivThanks Groupon!!http://www.svsfcenter.org/thanks-grouponFri, 07 Oct 2011 05:00:00 GMTDiane RenaudThanks Groupon for a special fundraising initiative to raise money for our children's program and awareness for our services.  Jessica Schultz at Groupon was a stellar liason and we are grateful for their support!

]]>http://www.svsfcenter.org/thanks-grouponGroupon Fundraiser - Break a Barrierhttp://www.svsfcenter.org/groupon-fundraiser-break-a-barrierMon, 03 Oct 2011 05:00:00 GMTDiane RenaudYou can help the Center and save a lot on entertainment for you and your family!  Groupon, an online social coupon organization, is introducing itself to the Detroit/Ann Arbor Market.  As a way of demonstrating their support to Detroit, they are hosting a fundraiser for the Center from October 3-5.  Please visit www.groupon.com/subscriptions/new for more details.  The funds raised from this promotion will benefit the children's after-school and summer programs, by providing our kids with healthy snacks throughout the year.  Please join us!

]]>http://www.svsfcenter.org/groupon-fundraiser-break-a-barrierVolunteers Needed on the Eastside and Downtown!!http://www.svsfcenter.org/volunteers-needed-on-the-eastside-and-downtownTue, 13 Sep 2011 05:00:00 GMTDiane RenaudOur new locations are booming, as many of our adult students are seeking to improve their lives.  And we need volunteers at each of our new locations!  Please call Sr. Marie Judith Haupt at (313) 535-9200 x 3104 to find out how you can help make a difference!

]]>http://www.svsfcenter.org/volunteers-needed-on-the-eastside-and-downtownAfter-School Program Enrollment is Openhttp://www.svsfcenter.org/after-school-program-enrollment-is-openTue, 23 Aug 2011 05:00:00 GMTDiane RenaudThe Children's Education Experience After-School Progam is open for enrollment.  If your child will be in the 1st-3rd grade in the 2011/2012 school year and wants to focus upon improving their math and reading skills, we want you to call us to enroll in our free program!  Please contact Ms. Eva at (313) 535-9200 x3106. 

]]>http://www.svsfcenter.org/after-school-program-enrollment-is-openAnnouncing a new partnership with NSOhttp://www.svsfcenter.org/announcing-a-new-partnership-with-nsoWed, 17 Aug 2011 05:00:00 GMTDiane RenaudOur Adult Education Experience is now on the Eastside!  Through a new partnership with Neighborhood Services Organization (NSO), we will now offer free adult GED Tutoring on the Eastside of Detroit at their Gratiot and Harper Multi-Service Center.  For more information, please call Steve Goodrum at (313) 535-9200 x3103.

]]>http://www.svsfcenter.org/announcing-a-new-partnership-with-nsoDetroit Tigers Welcome Our Kidshttp://www.svsfcenter.org/detroit-tigers-welcome-our-kidsTue, 09 Aug 2011 05:00:00 GMTDiane RenaudOn Thursday, August 4, our Summer Education Experience students were treated to a wonderful day at Comerica Park!  The Detroit Tigers provided tickets and the Marc Suris Legacy Foundation provided a hot dog lunch for all of our kids, many of whom had never been to the ballpark.  Thanks for giving our kids a special day.  Please visit our Children's Program Page and Library to see pictures of this great day.

]]>http://www.svsfcenter.org/detroit-tigers-welcome-our-kidsFocus: HOPE - Here We Come!http://www.svsfcenter.org/east-side-here-we-comeWed, 27 Jul 2011 05:00:00 GMTDiane RenaudThe Education Experience is delighted to welcome a new partner, who will allow us to expand our GED Services to Central Detroit!  Focus:  HOPE, a nationally recognized civil and human rights organization, will be hosting our GED Program at their main location at Oakman & the Lodge (1355 Oakman Boulevard, Detroit, MI  48328.)  Please see our GED pages for more information or call (313) 535-9200.

]]>http://www.svsfcenter.org/east-side-here-we-comeThanks U of M Men!http://www.svsfcenter.org/thanks-u-of-m-menMon, 18 Jul 2011 05:00:00 GMTDiane RenaudOn Saturday, July 16, the Center received some very generous help with some outside landscaping from U of M students.  Please visit our Library for photos and more information!

]]>http://www.svsfcenter.org/thanks-u-of-m-menDIA Field Triphttp://www.svsfcenter.org/dia-field-trip1Fri, 15 Jul 2011 05:00:00 GMTDiane RenaudThe Children's Summer Education Experience is off to a great start!!  On Wednesday, July 13, our young students visited the DIA and had a marvelous time.  Please visit our Children's page to see some pictures.  Thanks to the Marc Suris Legacy Foundation for sponsoring the day!

]]>http://www.svsfcenter.org/dia-field-trip1Thanks Slow's BBQ!http://www.svsfcenter.org/thanks-slows-bbqTue, 05 Jul 2011 05:00:00 GMTDiane RenaudThanks Slow's BBQ!!  We really appreciate your generous donation of a farewell luncheon for our young students in our  Summer Learning Program!  And we hope that the volunteers and supporters of our programs pays Slow's a visit to say "thank you" and get the best BBQ in town!

]]>http://www.svsfcenter.org/thanks-slows-bbqSummer Butterfly Projecthttp://www.svsfcenter.org/summer-butterfly-projectTue, 05 Jul 2011 05:00:00 GMTDiane RenaudOur Summer Learning Program is up and running!   And so is our Monarch Butterfly project "Journey North".  Please visit the Children's section of our website to learn more about this exciting educational program.

]]>http://www.svsfcenter.org/summer-butterfly-projectChildren's Summer Learning Program Needs Volunteers!http://www.svsfcenter.org/childrens-summer-learning-program-needs-volunteersTue, 21 Jun 2011 05:00:00 GMTDiane RenaudOur Children's Summer Learning Program is growing by leaps and bounds!  And we need volunteers to help our kids receive the best possible education experience possible.  This year, we are adding a variety of educational and fun field trips too - so by volunteering in the classroom, you will be able to attend the trips too! 

Call (313) 535-9200 for more information.

]]>http://www.svsfcenter.org/childrens-summer-learning-program-needs-volunteers2011 Spring Newsletter has arrivedhttp://www.svsfcenter.org/2011-spring-newsletter-has-arrivedTue, 07 Jun 2011 05:00:00 GMTDiane RenaudPlease visit our Libarary to read the latest information about the Center, as listed in the 2011 Spring Newsletter.

]]>http://www.svsfcenter.org/2011-spring-newsletter-has-arrivedThank You Barbara Sheppard!http://www.svsfcenter.org/thank-you-barbara-sheppardThu, 02 Jun 2011 05:00:00 GMTDiane RenaudWe were very happy to have Barbara Sheppard, President of the Dean Resource Group visit with our adult students this afternoon.  Ms. Sheppard, an HR Recruiter expert, spoke with students about job search/interview tips and provided excellent insight to the process.

A resident of Washington, DC, we are grateful for her visit today!  You can contact Ms. Sheppard about your own job search questions at bsheppard@deanresourcegroup.com.

 

]]>http://www.svsfcenter.org/thank-you-barbara-sheppardWhat is a Volunteer Worth?http://www.svsfcenter.org/what-is-a-volunteer-worthTue, 31 May 2011 05:00:00 GMTDiane RenaudVolunteers are not paid - not because they are worthless, but because they are priceless. 

]]>http://www.svsfcenter.org/what-is-a-volunteer-worthCleaning Uphttp://www.svsfcenter.org/cleaning-up1Wed, 25 May 2011 05:00:00 GMTDiane RenaudSpring Cleaning has hit the Center and we have cleaned our building from top to bottom and worked on the exterior of our building/landscaping, to make our students feel good when they come here.

 

]]>http://www.svsfcenter.org/cleaning-up1Want some fresh air?http://www.svsfcenter.org/want-some-fresh-airTue, 17 May 2011 05:00:00 GMTDiane RenaudWe would be happy to give you some....if you will join us at our Clean-up Day, on Monday, May 23!!  We can use as many hands as possible to help with some gardening to make our Center look better!  Please call us at (313) 535-9200.

]]>http://www.svsfcenter.org/want-some-fresh-airLast Night's Open Househttp://www.svsfcenter.org/last-nights-open-houseFri, 29 Apr 2011 05:00:00 GMTDiane RenaudThanks to Gallery Animato for hosting our Stained Glass Open House last night in Royal Oak.  It was a wonderful reunion of former residents, volunteers and staff.  Please stop by Gallery Animato (4 blocks north of 12 mile on Woodward) to see our Stained Glass windows from the original residence through the end of April.

]]>http://www.svsfcenter.org/last-nights-open-houseCenter Openhttp://www.svsfcenter.org/center-openFri, 29 Apr 2011 05:00:00 GMTDiane RenaudPower has been restored and the Center is Open.

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