(Washington, DC)  The Department of Employment Services (DOES), in partnership with the Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR), will officially launch the opening of the Emery One-Stop Career and Information Center on April 9, 2008 at the Emery Recreation Center in Ward 4.  The center, which will be jointly operated by DOES and DPR, will provide local residents with much needed information on employment-related services, including training and access to job opportunities in the District and the region. Information on apprenticeships, pre-apprenticeships, and on-the-job training programs will also be offered, as well as upcoming workshops and job fairs within the DC area. 

What:	The Emery One-Stop Career and Information Center Grand Opening
Where:	Emery Recreation Center 5701 Georgia Avenue, NW Washington, DC  20011
When:	Wednesday, April 9, 2008 Opening Ceremony - 1 pm Community Open House - 2 pm to 3 pm
Guests:	Mayor Adrian Fenty DC Councilmember Muriel Bowser DOES Director Summer Spencer DPR Director Clark Ray

 For more information on the grand opening and/or the services offered by the center, visit DOES website or call the Department of Employment Services at (202) 724-7000.