July 13 NPU University Course: Elections Integrity Clinic

ELECTIONS INTEGRITY CLINIC Join us for the CL 1006 Elections Integrity Clinic at NPU University, where we will explore best practices for conducting fair, clean, and transparent elections. This course is designed to equip NPU leaders, election committee members, and lay members with the necessary knowledge to ensure integrity and maintain community trust in the election process.   Zoom Date: July 13, 2023 Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (Zoom) Limited Seats Available! RSVP

Write to Win $500 Book Scholarship #ItTakesAVillage

Attention ALL college students that live in Fulton County or attend a college or university in Fulton County, GA, enter our all It Takes A Village College Essay Competition.  Prizes: 10 - $500 Book Scholarships (one submission per student)   Topics: On May 11, 2023 the Biden Administration declared the end of the COVID-19 National Public Health Emergency. Please share 5 changes that happened to United States citizens and/or businesses that had a positive effect during the pandemic and cite 2 references per positive change. Conclude with how the nation could prepare for the next pandemic, cite 2 references. No plagiarism.     Guidelines: The participant must be a student currently enrolled in college, from rising  college freshmen (graduated high school seniors accepted into a college or university) to undergraduate college seniors. · Essays must be minimum of 1500 words and typed. Must include reference page with at least 12 sources. · Arial 12pt font, doubled spaced, pdf. Every page should have first and last name and page number. · Cover page includes: first and last name as it appears on your drivers license or ID, your home address, date of birth, and college/university. · No pictures or graphics. · Essays are due by 4:00pm, Friday, July 14, 2023. · Winners will be announced and awarded book scholarships at the It Takes A Village Back to School Drive, Friday, July 28, 2023 at the Gladys S. Dennard Library at 5:30pm-7:00pm.   One submission per student. Please submit to: Marvin.Arrington@FultonCountyGA.gov

Atlanta Police Department Teen Citizen Academy Camp

Google Fiber installation

Google Fiber is coming to NPU-S! You may see the construction crews laying the fiber bundles over the next few weeks.  If you have any issues with crews tearing up property or the siting of junction boxes (they look like water junction boxes, but green), you can reach out to:

Google Fiber - Construction (877) 454-6959

July 7 Meeting - WAWA Enhancement

June 29 NPU University Course: The Legislative Process

THE LEGISLATIVE PROCESS This course is your ticket to mastering the City of Atlanta's legislative journey. Discover how to identify, analyze, and navigate legislation at every stage, from start to finish. Gain an in-depth understanding of Atlanta City Council and its legislative procedures. Perfect for those new to the world of legislation, this course will equip you with the essential knowledge to confidently participate in the democratic process. Enroll today!   Zoom Date: June 29, 2023 Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (Zoom) Limited Seats Available! RSVP

NPU-S Calendar of Events: Jun 26 - Jul 2

Coming up this week on the NPU-S calendar!

NPU-S Events:

• Mon - Fri. Yard Trimmings NOT Collected. Due to staffing shortages, yard trimmings will be collected every other week until further notice. This week, yard trimmings WILL NOT be collected.
  
  Trash and recycling are collected weekly as usual.
• Wed Jun 28, 7:00pm. Assistant Services Committee Meeting. https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89475746987. This committee makes recommendations to the NPU about:
  
  • all matters related to special programs and services for senior citizens, including but not limited to housing and home repairs, financial assistance programs, and social services;
  • all matters related to education, including but not limited to primary and secondary education, adult education, parent-teacher relationships, and after-school programs and activities;
  • and all matters related to the youth of the NPU.
  Nick Hess, Acting Chair: assistant@npu-s.org
  
  Videoconferencing: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89475746987
  Dial In: +1 646 558 8656 Access Code: 894 7574 6987#
• Thu Jun 29, 7:00pm. Cascade Ave Neighborhood Organization (CANO) (Hybrid). VICARS, 834 Cascade Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30311, USA.
  
  This meeting was rescheduled from last Thursday!
  
  https://zoom.us/j/97987226201
  
  Meeting ID: 979 8722 6201
  Call In 312-626-6799, access code, 97987226201#

If you have any local events that you'd like to see on the NPU-S calendar, please send email to events@npu-s.org.Please be sure to include the date, time, and location of your event!

2023 Good Trouble Honors: Nominations Open!

Nominations are now open for the 2023 Good Trouble Honors! The Center for Civic Innovation's Good Trouble Honors, named in honor of our late Congressman John Lewis, recognizes leaders who are strengthening the social and economic wellbeing of people and places in Atlanta. Not just any leaders – but the ones willing to get into necessary, good trouble.  Nominate a Good Trouble Honoree by June 29 at 11:59p ET! Self nominations are welcomed! NOMINATE A PERSON OR ORGANIZATION TODAY 2023 HONOR CATEGORIES Transparency Community Engagement Innovation in Government Investing in Impact Good Trouble: Next-Generation (under 30) Good Trouble: Legacy NOMINATE A PERSON OR ORGANIZATION TODAY

TODAY: "Make Music Day" - Performers

. FREE ADMISSION LIVE MUSIC ~ 5 ATLANTA LOCATIONS EAST ATLANTA  I  LITTLE FIVE POINTS  I    SWEET AUBURN WORKS  I VIRGINIA HIGHLAND  I  WEST END Check Out What's Happening In West End Kids Make Instruments 2-4 pm ~ Adults Make Music 5-7 pm   GALLERY 992 992 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd, Atlanta, GA 30310 5:00 -7:00 PM Join WEMC For Happy Hour In Historic West End                    Akua Taylor + VORTXMATH             Jonathan Blanchard + Usual Suspects.   Christopher Harden   Edward "Pastar Chief" Menifee HAPPY About Gallery 992 John H. Harland Boys and Girls  Club 434 Peeples Street Atlanta, Georgia 30310   Percussion Party Lessons 2:00 - 4:00  PM West End's Harland Boys and Girls Club students will participate in Percussion Party lessons. The location has been changed from Howell Park to the Boys and Girls Club building. About John H. Harland Boys and Girls Club ATLANTA MAIN STREET MUSIC LOCATIONS EAST ATLANTA VILLAGE  Café 500 Flat Shoals Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30316 500 Flat Shoals Ave SE 5 - 6                LITTLE FIVE POINTS Findley Plaza 394 Moreland Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30307  7-9   LITTLE FIVE POINTS         Harmonious Harmonicas in Little Five Points 394 Moreland Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30307 1-2           VIRGINIA HIGHLAND Ukulele Lesson at Farm Burger in Virginia Highland 1017 North Highland Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30306 12-1    WEST END  Gallery 992 992 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd, Atlanta, GA 30310 5-7 SWEET AUBURN WORKS  Pal's Lounge 254 Auburn Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30303     9-11   Make Music Day Atlanta >More

TODAY: Hello Fresh ‘Meals with Meaning’ Grab & Go Give-away this Wednesday, June 21, 2023

Please share with all who might benefit! 

The HELLO Fresh 'Meals with Meaning' Grab & Go will Happen Wednesday June 21, 2023 at 2:00PM!

Atlanta City Council-member Michael Julian Bond and Second Helpings Atlanta will distribute HelloFresh meal kits at the

Saint Peter Missionary Baptist Church
1558 Venetian Dr., Atlanta, GA 30311

The distribution is open to the public while supplies last! 

 BACKGROUND: Post 1 At-Large Council member Michael Julian Bond is co-sponsoring a "Meals with Meaning" grab-and-go family-sized meal kit giveaway with HELLO Fresh, Second Helpings Atlanta, Pratt Industries & other Community Partners every week on Wednesdays For the next calendar year!

Centers for Disease Control (CDC) COVID-19 protocols will be followed.

Reminder: Solid Waste Collection Pushed Back 1 day

Solid waste collection services this week will be pushed back one day to allow for the long Juneteenth weekend. So if your normal pickup day is Wednesday, it'll be Thursday, and so forth.

NPU-S Calendar of Events: Jun 19 - Jun 25

Coming up this week on the NPU-S calendar!

NPU-S Events:

• Mon - Fri . Yard Trimmings Collected. Due to staffing shortages, yard trimmings will be collected every other week until further notice. This week, yard trimmings WILL be collected.
  
  Trash and recycling are collected weekly as usual.
• Thu Jun 22, 7:00pm. Cascade Ave Neighborhood Organization (CANO) (Hybrid). VICARS, 834 Cascade Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30311, USA. Join Zoom Meeting
  https://zoom.us/j/97987226201
  
  Meeting ID: 979 8722 6201
  Call In 312-626-6799, access code, 97987226201#
• Sat Jun 24, 10:30am. Oakland City Community Organization (OCCO). Metropolitan Library, 1332 Metropolitan Pkwy SW, Atlanta, GA 30310, USA.

  Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84116108545 password 30310
  

  One tap mobile +13017158592,,84116108545#,,,,*30310#

  Or dial: +1 301 715 8592
  Enter Meeting ID: 841 161 085 45
  Enter Passcode: 30310

• Sat Jun 24, 4:30pm. Lorenzo Drive Neighborhood Association. Covers Lorenzo Drive and nearby roads. 
  
  Meets via Phone: ‪(978) 990-5162 Access Code: 6673530#

If you have any local events that you'd like to see on the NPU-S calendar, please send email to events@npu-s.org.Please be sure to include the date, time, and location of your event!

Exciting Community Service Hours Opportunity for Your High School Juniors and Seniors!

EXCITING OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR HIGH SCHOOL JUNIORS AND SENIORS! We are thrilled to present an incredible program tailored specifically for your rising high school juniors and seniors! Designed to provide a hands-on learning experience, this initiative offers an up-close view of how our municipal government functions and empowers students to actively engage with their community. Don't miss out on this remarkable opportunity! In this immersive program, students will gain invaluable insights into the inner workings of the City of Atlanta and discover how they can make a positive impact in their own neighborhoods. By participating, they will develop a deeper understanding of how they can influence decisions and contribute to the betterment of our community. There are limited slots available, so we encourage you to have your aspiring young leaders apply today to secure their spot in this transformative program. To apply or learn more about this opportunity, please visit npuatlanta.org today.  Thank you for your ongoing dedication to the City of Atlanta and for supporting our youth in their quest for knowledge and civic engagement.