Col. Paul Cook (Ret.) First District Supervisor

'From Seed to Salad' Online Class
2024-02-15 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-02-22 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-02-29 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-03-07 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-03-14 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-03-21 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-03-28 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-04-04 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) and 4 more dates | Online, CA, United States
Mojave Water Agency’s the online “From Seeds to Salad” course begins Jan. 25 and runs weekly until May 2. This is one of many online public education workshops offered in partnership with the Mojave Desert Resource Conservation District (MDRCD). Learn to grow vegetables in the desert with minimal water usage during this FREE, on-line, 3-month class sponsored by the Mojave Water Agency. It runs from 6-7 p.m.
Registration Link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2024Seed2Salad
Virtual Meeting Link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2024Seed2Salad

Lady Be Aware Self Defense Training
2024-02-24 08:00 - 17:00 | Sheriff’s Department Training Center, 18901 Institution Road, Devore, CA, 92407, United States
The Sheriff’s Department is offering Lady Be Aware training for women who want to develop the attitude, skills and knowledge that will help prevent them from becoming victims. The is a fantastic course that covers all types of safety, including cyber safety, home safety, situational awareness, and physical safety. All participants also get hands-on self-defense training, including how to shoot three different types of firearms. Must provide a driver license to enroll. Once registered, payment is due to hold seat. Cost is $75 for the full-day class. Email ladybeaware@sbcsd.org

Wage & Hour Laws Workshop
2024-03-07 10:00 - 11:00 | Online, CA, United States
San Bernardino County Workforce Development is hosting an online workshop, “Wage and Hour Laws,” from 10-11 a.m. March 7. You can register at https://wageandhour-laws.eventbrite.com

Native Plant Gardening Class
2024-03-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Online, CA, United States
-Learn how to use native plants to reduce (or eliminate) the need for irrigation, also known as xeriscaping
-Explore why native plants rarely need pesticides or soil amendments (saving you time and money)
-Recognize the benefits of native plants for the desert local eco system
-Understand why native plants struggle with transplanting after they’ve become established
-Discover the #1 way to kill native plants

Free CPR Class
2024-03-13 09:30 - 16:30, 2024-04-10 09:30 - 16:30, 2024-05-08 09:30 - 16:30, 2024-06-12 09:30 - 16:30, 2024-07-10 09:30 - 16:30, 2024-08-14 09:30 - 16:30, 2024-09-11 09:30 - 16:30, 2024-10-09 09:30 - 16:30 | IEHP Community Resource Center, 12353 Mariposa Rd, Victorville, CA, 92395, United States
Want to learn CPR? Need to renew your CPR card? If so, the IEHP Community Resource Center can help with that! Join them on the second Wednesday of every month for free CPR Classes. English classes are taught from 9:30-12:30 p.m., and Spanish classes are from 1:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m.
CPR Classes are:
– FREE to EVERYONE
– Registration begins 1 hour before each class
– Filled on a First come, First Served Basis
– 30 spots available for each class

Financial Literacy Workshop
2024-03-14 09:00 - 12:00 | A Better Way, 14070 Hesperia Rd. Suite 101, Victorville, CA, 92395, United States
A Better Way is hosting a free Financial Literacy Workshop from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. Thursday, March 14. Presented by Chase Bank, this workshop will teach participants how to understand credit. Learn about the importance of a credit score, a credit report, and credit monitoring. On March 21, the workshop continues with tips on improving credit, managing debt and steps to homebuying. Call 760-955-8010 to sign up.

Age Well, Drive Smart Class
2024-03-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Apple Valley Conference Center, 14975 Dale Evans Pkwy, Apple Valley, CA, 92307, United States
Apple Valley Police Station is resuming its “Age Well, Drive Smart” senior driving courses. The class aims to reduce motor vehicle collision and pedestrian deaths and injuries experienced by older Californians. It also explores seniors’ alternate transportation options when driving is no longer an feasible.

This is a great opportunity to brush up on a variety of skills, including navigation of hazardous road conditions and how visual/hearing impairment can impact your driving. RSVP to 760-240-7428 or email phoffman@sbcsd.org.

Summer-izing Your Home Class
2024-04-02 18:00 - 19:00 | Online, CA, United States
-Learn steps on how to prepare your landscape irrigation system for the growing season, including common repairs, system adjustments and expansion.
-Understand the importance of proper evaporative (swamp) cooler preventative maintenance to encourage maximum water, power, and cooling efficiency.
-Benefits to routinely reading your water meter and monitoring your irrigation system to identify early leaks to save water and money.
-Importance of repairing early detected leaks for hose bibs, toilets, pool pumps, etc., along with tips for early detection and simple repairs.

Child Abuse Prevention Symposium
2024-04-23 08:00 - 12:30 | IEHP Community Resource Center, 12353 Mariposa Rd, Victorville, CA, 92395, United States
The Children’s Network is hosting a critical symposium to equip the High Desert community with knowledge and resources to fight child sexual abuse. Join them for an informative event on April 23 at IEHP Community Resource Center in Victorville.
This event is completely free. It includes valuable training, resources, a light lunch, and interpretation services.
Register Now. For more information, call 909-531-0803 or email Xeneida.Brown@hss.sbcounty.gov.

Lady Be Aware Self Defense Training
2024-09-21 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-09-29 08:00 - 17:00 | Sheriff’s Department Training Center, 18901 Institution Road, Devore, CA, 92407, United States
Ladies, would you like to feel more confident and prepared? The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department is offering “Lady Be Aware” training this fall! This one-day program empowers women with the knowledge and skills to address potential threats.
Learn valuable strategies for staying safe at home, online, and out and about. The program also includes hands-on self-defense tactics and firearm introduction.
The course is open to women 16+ ($75 per person). Upcoming classes are on September 21, September 29 October 12 and October 26. All sessions run from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 18901 Institution Road, Devore.
Register by emailing Ladybeaware@sbcsd.org. Spots fill up fast!

CERT Training
2024-09-27 - 2024-09-29 | Adelanto Stadium & Event Center, 12000 Stadium Way, Adelanto, 92301, United States
A 3-day CERT Basic Training is planned for September 27, 28 and 29 at Adelanto Stadium & Event Center. CERT (short for Community Emergency Response Team) trains volunteers in basic disaster response skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization and disaster medical operations. To register or for more information, email pphcert@gmail.com or call 760-887-1847.
