We Are Now Connected Kickoff Event & Community TechFest @ Broad Creek
Saturday, June 25, 2011 from 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM (ET)
Richard Bowling Elementary School Grounds
2861 E. Princess Anne Road
Norfolk, VA 23504
One Economy, The Community Builders (TCB), and the Norfolk Digital Inclusion Community Advisory Board cordially invite you to participate in the We Are Now Connected Kickoff Event and Community TechFest @ Broad Creek. Through the power of technology, Norfolk has created a fortified commitment to improving economic, education and health outcomes for its residents. In the Great Broad Creek community, the City of Norfolk and residents set forth to focus on innovative practices, education and technology approaches aimed at the development of both children and adults. With the generous support from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, non-profit One Economy is working hand in hand with community members, corporate, and political leaders to expand broadband opportunities in communities in Norfolk, the region, and across the United States.
We are pleased to announce a major step toward Norfolk’s “smart community”. Come celebrate Broad Creek residents getting connected with free internet, local resources, videos and tools.
Event highlights include:
* Networking with local stakeholders and elected officials
* Preview One Economy’s We Are Now Connected Mobile Technology Lab
* Meet SuperWhy! and receive books for summer reading
* Learn to use Ipad and Ipod Touch taught by Apple experts
* Hands on forensics and rocket demonstrations
* Protect your home with modern technology
* Food, Fun, and Fellowship for all ages
* Much more!
This program is brought to you by the Norfolk Digital Inclusion Partners: WHRO; Norfolk State University College of Science, Engineering, and Technology; YMCA of South Hampton Roads; The Community Builders, Norfolk Public Library, Norfolk Recreation, Parks, & Open Space; Life Enrichment Center of Norfolk; NSBE OZone2; DreamKeepers and Richard Bowling Elementary Schools; The Joe Jordan Foundation. With special support from Virginia Kids Eat Free.
For more information: http://norfolk-wanc-eivtefrnd.eventbrite.com/
We hope you can make it!
VIVIAN J. PAIGE | All Politics is Local 