# Event Details

- **Event Name**: College & Career Readiness Resource Fair
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: connects youth and adults to jobs, college support, workforce services from American Job Center, and free legal help from WTLSAbout this EventEvent DescriptionJoin us for a College & Career Readiness Resource Day connecting youth, adults, and families to education, workforce opportunities, and community support services.This is a hands-on event where participants will complete applications, enroll in programs, and connect directly with workforce partners.Representatives from the American Job Center will provide information on youth and adult employment programs, workforce training, and job opportunities.West Tennessee Legal Services, Inc. will present information about free legal services and community legal resources.What Participants Can Do at the EventParticipants will have access to workstations to receive help with:FAFSA completionCollege applicationsScholarship applicationsYouth employment enrollmentAdult job applications and hiring opportunitiesResume buildingGED / HiSET adult education registrationWraparound Support ServicesParticipants can also receive help applying for benefit assistance including:SNAPTennCareFamilies FirstWho Should AttendHigh school studentsOpportunity youthAdults seeking employmentIndividuals interested in college or training programsFamilies needing community resource supportHosted ByKaren Hearts FoundationCollege & Career Readiness & Workforce Innovation ProgramAgenda🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:10 AMWelcome & Opening RemarksHost: Laquita Wright Info: Welcome by LaQuita D. Wright, Executive Director, Karen Hearts Foundation
Overview of the day and available resources🕑: 11:10 AM - 11:30 AMWorkforce Opportunities PresentationInfo: Presentation from Karen Hearst Foundation - American Job Center Resources
Youth and adult employment programs, job search support, and training opportunities🕑: 11:30 AM - 11:50 AMCommunity Legal ResourcesHost: Denita Westbrook Info: Presentation from West Tennessee Legal Services, Inc.
Free legal services and community legal assistance🕑: 11:50 AM - 01:30 PMWorkstation Sessions BeginInfo: Participants rotate through assistance stations for:
FAFSA completion
College applications and scholarships
Youth employment enrollment
Adult job applications and hiring opportunities
Resume building
GED / HiSET registration
Benefit assistance including SNAP, TennCare, and Families First🕑: 01:30 AM - 01:50 PMFinal Questions & Resource ConnectionsInfo: Resource connections and final application support🕑: 01:50 PM - 02:00 PMEvent ConclusionInfo:
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/memphis/college-and-career-readiness-resource-fair/100001984847998795
- **Event Categories**: workshops, job-fairs
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0
- **Event Highlights**: 
  - Age Limit: under_18_with_guardian
  - door_time: 2026-04-18T18:50:00Z
  - Duration: 2 hours
  - Location: East Shelby Library
  - Languages: English

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Memphis
- **state**: TN
- **country**: United States
- **location**: East Shelby Library
- **lat**: 35.0208584
- **long**: -89.82289689999999
- **full address**: East Shelby Library, 7200 E Shelby Drive, Memphis, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is College & Career Readiness Resource Fair being held?
  - **A:** College & Career Readiness Resource Fair takes place on Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 04:00 pm at East Shelby Library, 7200 E Shelby Drive, Memphis, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing College & Career Readiness Resource Fair?
  - **A:** College & Career Readiness Resource Fair is organized by Laquita D Wright.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** College & Career Readiness Resource Fair is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Memphis, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If College & Career Readiness Resource Fair sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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