Saturday, Oct. 18th, 2014; 9:30-3:00

Certification from WIU

Presented by the Goethe Institute and

Hosted by the German American Heritage Center

The German American Heritage Center is proud to bring an outstanding professional development workshop to regional teachers. If you are a teacher in the field of social studies, history, sociology, environmental studies, pre-engineering, sports or German language then this workshop is for you.

A certificate for 6 hours of attendance credit is available from Western Illinois University for this event. Participation is free to all attending teachers. The presenter and materials are furnished to us by the Goethe Institute, which is funded as a cultural arm of the German government and we can assure you of their high quality. A similar workshop was held in 2012 with outstanding results.

The workshop will include information on how you may qualify for a free, all-expense study trip to Germany. A 2012 recipient of this award came from the North Scott School District, and it would be exciting to see another area educator take part in the next round!

Snacks and Lunch Provided

Questions?   Contact Janet Brown-Lowe, Executive Director (563) 322-8844 or admin@gahc.org

The German American Heritage Center is seeking a part-time office manager. The position is approximately 20 hrs per week, 9:30 - 2:30 Tuesday through Friday. Some flexibility within this range is possible. The pay is $11 per hour; no benefits.   Responsibilities include the following:

 

Office:  Answer and direct phone calls; routine correspondence; assemble and distribute meeting minutes; track supplies; maintain routine maintenance records and monitor vendor inspections; assist with mailings; monitor and route billings and invoices, etc.

 

Activity oversight:  Maintain records on presenters and program needs; assist with room arrangements for events; possible need to work an occasional evening or weekend rental; respond with initial information on rental inquiries and make appointments for same; book tours; point person for workshop, class or special event advance registrations, including credit card payments; monitor and maintain visitor service materials for the front desk.

 

Additional tasks:  Auxiliary assistance as a greeter at the front desk (substitute for volunteer); assist with routine product tasks related to the gift shop; occasional light housekeeping duties.

 

Skills needed include proficiency in word processing and Excell spreadsheet, ability to interact successfully with volunteers, paid staff and visitors; ability to set up and take down tables and chairs with a work partner.

 

Please e-mail your interest and include a resume of work experience to both of the following staff members by October 3rd:

 

Janet Brown-Lowe, Executive Director                   admin@gahc.org

Kelly Lao, Assistant Director                                kelly.lao@gahc.org

 

Please no phone calls.

Well, the word is official. Instead of September 5th the Centennial Bridge closing has been extended to October 10th. For now. Won't you drop by this week and show your support for one of the QCA's treasured corners, one that fulfills a place in your heart that is unique and cherished?  And needs your help right now?

Please come by this week - our pain is your gain.  We have a number of items on our 50% off tumble table that need good homes.  There are hand-painted clocks from the Black Forest, colorful wooden mobiles from Germany, lace, t-shirts, toys, decorative items, jewelry, and a host of one-of-a-kind goodies you can't pass up.  A special selection of books will be marked down to $5 and $10.  With these deep discounts the usual 10% off with membership will not apply. 

A great time to stock up on holiday presents or stocking stuffers!