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The Bronson Library has subscribed to an online Job service called JobNow. Find tips on interviews and resume writing and receive live online help by creating a quick account. You can speak to a live job coach who will do a mock interview and edit your resume. JobNow is a free service to patrons.

 
Starting November 14, 2009
Get ready to change the way you dial your local calls in Connecticut…

 

To ensure a continuing supply of telephone numbers in the state of Connecticut, the Department of Public Utility Control ordered two Area Code Overlays in Connecticut. The 475 area code will be added later this year to the area served by 203 and the 959 area code will be added at a future date to the area served by 860. 


Library HVAC Renovation
The renovation is progressing, the East Wing is now open with many brand new computers. We are migrating to a new printing software called Library Metrics which will make printing easier for patrons.The Classroom will be open for classes on January, 2010.  Advertisement for classes will be available the last week of December. 

Where to Turn in CT when you become unemployed:
211 offers information on how to obtain subsidized health care, finding work, housing, living assistance and more Resources.

Unemployment Insurance

Cobra


Stimulus Bill

Learn about the Federal Govt Stimulus Bill, how does it affect you?

Learn more at www.recoveryct.gov.

Silas Bronson Library Expansion (stimulus bill

Read about the expansion project for the Bronson Library and the possibility of receiving funding through the stimulus bill.  


Congress Passes Foreclosure Assistance Bill

For those who are facing foreclosure, here is a list of resources  to learn if you qualify for the foreclosure assistance  program. 

-Federal Housing Administration (read about the bill): 

Other Resources

-Department of State Banking of CT (800-831-7225)

-CT Housing Finance Authority (1-877-571-2431)

-Visit Governor Rell's website for any questions regarding foreclosure assistance

 http://www.ct.gov/governorrell/cwp/view.asp?Q=392920&A=2791

-For further information call Mary Stagis at 877-472-8313.


Emergency (heating) Energy Assistance


Security and Public Library Computers
From PC Magazine (2.09)

Q: I use public computers at places such as the university I attend and the public library. Is it safe to use these computers for things such as online banking? Will I be able to hide my tracks so people can't see the sites I visited?

A: In a word, no, It's not safe to use public computers for anything sensitive such as online banking. In fact, it's not even wise to use a public computer for anything that requires a username or password. Data thieves have been known to install keyloggers (malware that records keystrokes in order to steal passwords and the like) on public machines. Although you can delete your browsing history by pressing CTRL-H in most browsers and deleting any or all entries, you can't completely erase your tracks. This would thwart a casual snooper, but a pro could still find out what sites you visited. Unless you're using your own computer on a secure wired or wirless network, you should generally avoid visiting any sites that require you to log in.  


Maps for Getting Around Waterbury

Google Maps

 

Career and Employment Help 

  • Resumes
  • Find Jobs
  • Waterbury CT Works Center: Get help with your resume

 

Health & Medicine

  • MedlinePlus
  • Community Health Network: for state programs and providers for those on a limited budget.  

Learn to Garden

 

Flash Drives

Patrons can purchase flash drives for $10.00 at the Library. Floppy drives can no longer be used in the Library. You can move your data from a Floppy to a Flash at the Office Max store in Waterbury.

 

Starting a New Business?

Make an appointment with a Score Counselor through the Library. Score is an organization run by retired business owners they will guide you through the process.

 
 

Research Websites  


IConn is a research database available to all CT residents with a library card. It includes many useful databases for scholary research. If you are using from home you will be prompted to enter your library barcode number.   

 

 

 

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