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You're Invited! Visit Our Bakery Pop-Up on October 29 
The Monroe Center • October 29 • 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Join us to savor fresh-baked goods made exclusively by our HCTI students on site at the Monroe Center. Shop for homemade soups, chocolate chip cookies, scones, blueberry muffins, eclairs, lemon tarts, soft pretzels, focaccia, assorted breads, opera cake, Danishes, croissants, and more! We only accept credit card payments. All proceeds directly support student learning in the HCTI program and are managed by the FCC Foundation, a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. 
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FCC Career Fair & Training Open House is December 2 
The Monroe Center • December 2 • 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.
Explore flexible and affordable short-term training programs designed to get you job-ready in high demand industries. Review upcoming course options, tour our facility, discover tuition assistance and scholarship opportunities, meet with Admissions and Career Services staff, and more. Registration is required. Save your spot today at enroll.frederick.edu/register/FCCCareerFair&TrainingOpenHouse. 
We look forward to meeting you!
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200 Monroe Restaurant is Now Open 
Please note - all reservations are currently full, however, we encourage you to check back periodically for any cancellations and newly available openings. HCTI is offering a high-quality dining experience as our students, under the guidance of our Executive Chef and Maître d’ instructors, showcase their hospitality and culinary skills in our open-kitchen restaurant setting. The restaurant is open Thursdays, now through December 4*, from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. *With the exceptions of November 20 & 27. View our menu, make a reservation, and more.
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HCTI Director Receives National Technology Award
Director Elizabeth DeRose recently received national recognition for incorporating modern culinary technology into the HCTI culinary kitchen. With a Perkins grant, DeRose secured Rational iCombi Pro ovens and advanced audio-visual equipment, significantly enhancing menu flexibility, recipe consistency, and production efficiency. Her efforts have elevated the program while inspiring collaboration and innovation across regional and local culinary initiatives. Read the complete article at cafemeetingplace.com.
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Fall Workforce Development Registration is Open
Great news! Workforce Development fall 2025 programs are open for registration. Download our new Fall 2025 class schedule PDF or browse all courses and register online. Discover affordable and convenient workforce training programs including biotechnology, business, certification & licensure, computers & technology, healthcare careers, hospitality & culinary, logistics & production, and trades & vocational training, as well as ways to earn a Workforce Training Certificate. Get started today!
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Programs for Displaced Federal Employees
We understand that facing a career transition can be challenging so we are here to help. With your valuable skills and experience gained as a federal worker, now is the time to retool your federal work experience into opportunity. At FCC, targeted programs and courses are designed to help you leverage your existing strengths and acquire new skills, allowing you to ground your expertise in the strengths where you excel and embark on a successful new career path. Explore resources today and get started on your next chapter.
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New Campus Public Safety Omnilert App
Stay aware of critical communications, access safety resources and respond with real-time information for your organization's safety teams when it matters most. Download the Campus Public Safety Omnilert App to immediately contact Frederick Community College our College Public Safety & Security. Use the app to share safety concerns, access College Safety Resources, designate it as a panic button, call the crime tip line, and more. Questions? Contact FCC Public Safety to learn more. Apple Store and Android Google Play.
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