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Horoscope December 19 2024: The day we’re all a bit lost in the sauce

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The stars are like a random playlist today – sometimes they’re chill, sometimes they come with unexpected drops. Don’t stress, take the day as it comes and you might find something fun even in the chaos.

  • Aries: You’re like a tribal chief today – everyone wants advice from you, but you just want to relax. Don’t get caught up in other people’s drama and focus on yourself. Maybe a hot chocolate will save you.
  • Taurus: You’re in the mood for ultimate comfort, but someone’s in the mood to spoil your zen with new ideas. Resist the temptation to argue – put your headphones on and play something lo-fi.
  • Gemini: Today you’re more talkative than ever and you’re making plans that even you don’t know if they’ll happen. Be careful not to promise impossible things – better to be spontaneous than superhero.
  • Cancer: Your emotions are on roller coaster mode today. Try not to take everything personally and, if need be, squeeze in a scroll therapy session on TikTok – it always helps.
  • Leo: You feel like bossing everyone around, but you find that people around you aren’t very obedient today. Maybe try a more diplomatic approach – and yes, a strategic compliment works wonders.
  • Virgo: You’ve got a long to-do list, but it seems like the universe has decided to interrupt you at every step. Take it as a test of patience, Virgo, and remember that perfection is a myth.
  • Libra: Today you want to please everyone, but here’s a shocker: you can’t. Pick your battles, Libra, and remember that sometimes it’s okay to say no. Or “we’ll see.”
  • Scorpio: Today you feel like you’re in a mystery movie – something doesn’t add up for you and you want to find out the truth. But be careful not to get too intense, or people might think you’re looking for their passwords.
  • Sagittarius: You’ve got the explorer vibe, but you’re also feeling lazy at the same time. Maybe get out of the house just for a fancy coffee or a “city tour” of your favorite spots. It’s all adventure!
  • Capricorn: You’re very serious today, but the people around you seem to be in joke mode. Don’t let them frustrate you – sometimes a good joke is just what you need to loosen up.
  • Aquarius: Your ideas are so original today, even you don’t know where they came from. Write them down somewhere – who knows, maybe one of them will make you go viral! Or at least have fun telling them.
  • Pisces: Today you’re in the mood to get lost in your thoughts and dream about beautiful things. The reality? Your inbox full of notifications kind of wakes you up. But that’s ok, leave them seen if you don’t feel like it.

Conclusion: Today’s day is a mix of “I don’t know what I’m doing” and “let’s just go with it”. Remember to have fun along the way and take things easy – it all works out somehow in the end.

Municipal Volunteer Festival 2024: Most active young people and award-winning projects for community change

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The Municipality of Chisinau celebrated excellence in volunteering at the Municipal Volunteer Festival 2024. The event honored the most dedicated volunteers, coordinators, projects and structures that have contributed to the development of the community throughout the year. The gala culminated with a concert by the artist Satoshi, who closed the festivities in an energetic and enthusiastic atmosphere.

See below to see the winners in each category.

Volunteers of the Year 2024 – Influencers of Change:

  • Education and training: Covali Ana, Culeac Arina
  • Arts and culture: Bucătaru Carolina
  • Social and community: Neamțu Evelina
  • Environment and animal protection: Timuș Petru
  • Sports: Gîrleanu Ștefan
  • Golden Age Volunteer (50+): Andronache Anatolie

Volunteer Coordinators of the Year – Architects of Change:

  • 1st place: Iulia Barbăneneagră
  • 2nd place: Ionuț Bolea
  • 3rd place: Pavel Chisaru

Volunteer Projects of the Year – Impact Initiatives:

  • Education and training: ‘Health Lessons for Young People’ – Medical Students and Residents Association
  • Social and Community: “Day of Good Deeds” – KEDEM Jewish Cultural Center and Republican Volunteer Center (RVC)
  • Inclusion: “Dialogica. Inclusion in Action” – Association of Intellectual Games

Structures implementing volunteering activities – Pillars of Change:

  • Most active structure: ‘Heritage of Generations’ Public Association
  • Mention: Leo Tyras Chisinau and Red Cross Society of Moldova, Chisinau branch
  • Most active company/social enterprise: Social Insertion Enterprise EduJoc SRL
  • Most active initiative group: Law Students Association

The event reconfirmed the essential role of volunteering in the life of the community and underlined the municipality’s continued support for young people and organizations that engage in projects with impact.

“Every volunteer, every project and every organization awarded today is clear proof that civic engagement changes destinies and builds a better future for all,” said the organizers.

The Municipal Volunteer Festival 2024 is not only an awards gala, but also an inspiration for all those who believe in the power of change through concrete action. Volunteers are the engine of our communities and supporting them is a priority for the municipality.

Horoscope December 15 2024: Today is about random vibes and unexpected decisions

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The stars seem to be in a strange mood today, so be prepared for unexpected situations. Perhaps a message from who you’re not expecting or a friend who shows up with dubious ideas of plans.

  • Aries: You’re in the mood for action, but it seems like nothing is going your way. Chill, Aries, it’s okay to take a break too. You don’t have to be a hero every day – save the world tomorrow.
  • Taurus: Your radar goes off for fancy things today – whether it’s an expensive dessert or a designer hoodie. Watch your budget, Taurus, we don’t all live in a rap music video.
  • Gemini: You’re in the mood to talk to everyone, but find that not everyone is ready for your energy today. Make a list of who’s safe to spam with messages and who needs a break.
  • Cancer: The day starts off well, but by evening you seem to get in an emotional mood. Be careful not to get melancholy and listen to sad playlists on repeat. Play something upbeat!
  • Leo: Today you want to be the main star, but the spotlight might be on someone else. Accept it gracefully – you know it’s just a brief respite from your usual brilliance anyway.
  • Virgo: You feel like fixing things, but nothing wants to be fixed. Maybe the universe is subtly telling you that today you’d be better off to leave work and watch a good show.
  • Libra: Today you’re wrestling with decisions like “What’s the best photo for Insta?”. Be careful not to spend all day analyzing filters. Hint: Everyone will like you anyway!
  • Scorpio: You’re on detective vibe today – you want to uncover all the secrets. But make sure you don’t dig too deep, or you might find stuff that will make you say, “Ah, I wish I didn’t know!”
  • Sagittarius: You find yourself in the mood to explore, but you might just end up at the mall or in a WhatsApp group where everyone’s planning chaotically. Adventure is adventure, right?
  • Capricorn: Today you’re the type who wants to be organized and responsible. But see it’s Sunday – you’re excused if you choose to spend the day sleeping in or eating pizza in bed.
  • Aquarius: Your ideas today are so innovative, even you don’t understand them all. Write them down somewhere, because who knows – maybe tomorrow you’ll turn into a local genius. Or at least a tiny influencer.
  • Pisces: Today you’re in the mood for romantic movies, deep talks or simply dreaming of exotic vacations. Reality. It’s Sunday and you’ll probably scrounge on Insta, but hey, dreaming is free!

Conclusion: this day is like a pizza with everything – a mix of laziness, surprises and chaotic vibe. Enjoy it as best you know how and let things take care of themselves.

ProElect: Call for grants for civil society and media capacity building in the Republic of Moldova

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The regional project “ProElect – Promoting Accountability in Electoral Processes in the Eastern Partnership through Increased Participation and Capacity of Civic Actors” is implemented by the Transatlantic Foundation, in partnership with IREX Europe (ERIM), and funded by the European Union. The aim of the project is to support civil society actors in the Eastern Neighborhood to become actively involved and capable in monitoring electoral processes and promoting democratic accountability mechanisms.

About the call

The call is addressed to independent media actors and civil society organizations in the Republic of Moldova that focus on monitoring and observing electoral processes. Selected organizations will be awarded grants of up to €8,000 to develop their capacity over a period of 6 months (1 April – 30 September 2025).

The purpose of this call is to support organizations to facilitate free and credible elections, promote political participation and combat hate speech and disinformation.

Eligible activities

The grants offered can be used for:

  • Training courses and technical assistance in areas such as governance, strategic planning, public relations, human resources management, digital security, etc.;
  • Consulting and mentoring to develop or improve strategic documents, internal policies and organizational processes;
  • Monitoring and evaluation of organizational development progress;
  • Other activities identified through the Organizational Capacity Self Assessment (OCA).

ERIM will provide selected beneficiaries with a list of trainers and experts in organizational development, but organizations may also hire their own consultants with prior approval.

Eligibility criteria

To apply, organizations must meet the following criteria:

  • Be registered under Moldovan law;
  • Be active for at least 2 years;
  • Have at least 2 full-time employees;
  • The status and mission of the organization must be aligned with democratic principles and human rights;
  • Have experience in monitoring electoral processes and disinformation.

Attention! Applications from political or religious organizations are not eligible.

How to apply?

Applications, together with the self-assessment form, can be sent in Romanian or English to proelect.eap@proton.me until January 20, 2025, 18:00. In the subject of the e-mail, include the text: “ProElect – Capacity development for Moldova”.

The necessary forms can be downloaded from the project website (LINK) or requested by e-mail. Applications translated with Google Translate are accepted.

For clarifications, questions can be sent until January 5, 2025 and answers will be provided at least 5 days before the deadline.

Information session

There will be an online Q&A session for those interested in learning more about the terms and conditions of the competition. Registration for the webinar can be done through a form available on the project website (LINK).

Further grant details

  • Maximum grant size: up to € 8.000
  • Number of grants offered: between 2 and 4
  • Duration of projects: 6 months
  • Implementation period: April 1 – September 30, 2025

This call is an opportunity for organizations in the Republic of Moldova to actively contribute to the strengthening of democratic processes and the development of a transparent and accountable electoral climate.

Source: civic.md

Become a word leader at the Top Toastmasters Chisinau special session! See details in the article.

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On December 17, 2024, oratory and communication enthusiasts are invited to a special session organized by Top Toastmasters Club Chisinau. The event, described as a true speech marathon, offers the opportunity to learn and develop essential skills for delivering memorable presentations, either in front of an audience or in front of the camera.

Session agenda:

  • Opening of the session: President Top Toastmasters Club Chisinau
  • Introduction of guests: Ecaterina Marin
  • Toastmaster of the evening: Iana Domenti

Speeches by:

  1. Victoria Filip
  2. Ana Gonța
  3. Maxim Bulgaru
  4. Alina Pretcu
  5. Dan Damaschin
  6. Liubovi Anghel
  7. Daniel Gabura
  8. Nelu Gribincea
  9. Rodica Cearca

Key roles in the meeting:

  • General Evaluator: Ecaterina Marin
  • Individual assessors: Ștefan Dănuță, Cătălin Bărbău, Adrian Galesco, Ecaterina Marin, Ina Brăilean, Eliza Deveatii
  • Grammarian: Cătălin Bărbău
  • Timekeeper: Irina Batîr
  • Counting the “Ă”s: Dorin Rotaru
  • Vote counter: Victoria Budeanu

Important details:

Date: December 17, 2024
Special location: 74 Mihai Eminescu Street, 5th floor, office 503
Participation is free of charge

Why attend?

This event is more than just a public speaking workshop – it’s an opportunity to be part of a community passionate about communication, receive constructive feedback and discover how to become a wordsmith.

Top Toastmasters Chisinau is waiting for you to improve your speaking skills and develop your confidence! Be part of this transformative experience!

Event on Facebook, HERE

Source: Facebook/Top Toastmasters Club (Chisinau)

Annual Conference of SMEs in Chisinau: Trends, Challenges and Opportunities. The event will take place on December 20.

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On December 20, 2024, Chisinau municipality will host the Annual Conference of the Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) Sector, with the theme “Trends, Challenges and Opportunities”. The event, organized by the Municipal Centre for Entrepreneurship Development, aims to create a platform for dialogue between business, local public authorities, entrepreneurial support institutions, academia and other relevant organizations.

Main topics of the conference:

  • Municipal SME Sector Development Strategy 2024-2030
  • Investment opportunities in Chisinau municipality
  • Municipal entrepreneurial support instruments: achievements and objectives
  • Impact of regional crises on local economy (imports/exports)
  • Tax burden on business, including from a European perspective
  • Digital transformation of business and digitalization of public services
  • Development of social economy in Chisinau municipality

Event program:

  • 09:30 – 10:00: Registration of participants and welcome coffee
  • 10:00 – 10:30: Opening messages
  • 10:30 – 11:30: Voice of the municipality
  • 11:30 – 12:30: Expert voice
  • 12:30 – 13:00: Entrepreneurs’ voice
  • 13:00 – 13:30: Summing up the discussions
  • 13:30 – 15:00: Artistic moment, fourchette and networking

Event details:

Date: December 20, 2024
Location: MAIB PARK, Strada 31 August 1989, nr. 127, Chișinău
Participation is free of charge
Registration link: https://forms.gle/6FLJUberkHtGpfYF9

Why to participate?

This conference is a unique opportunity to connect with business leaders, experts and local authorities to discuss the future of the SME sector in Chisinau. You will be able to explore new investment opportunities, digital business solutions and strategies for sustainable economic development.

The event will end with an artistic moment and a networking session, where participants will have the opportunity to establish professional relationships and discuss new ideas for collaboration.

Don’t miss the chance to contribute to the dialog about the future of the business environment in Chisinau!

Facebook event HERE

Source: Facebook/Municipal Center for Entrepreneurship Development

Volunteers Gala 2024: Young people from Chisinau Youth Centers celebrated for their involvement and dedication

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The Chisinau Municipal Youth Centre organized the Volunteers Gala 2024, a special event dedicated to recognizing the involvement and passion of young active people. This annual ceremony highlighted the efforts of those who, through volunteer actions, contribute significantly to the development of the community and promote the values of solidarity.

During the gala, the most active and dedicated volunteers were honored for the impact they have had in various local projects and initiatives. The emotional moments, inspirational stories and motivational speeches of the participants were the highlights of the evening, bringing to the forefront the importance of volunteering in society.

The aim of the Volunteers Gala 2024 was to celebrate the achievements of young people involved in the activities organized by Chisinau Youth Centres and to promote active involvement in the community. The event brought together dozens of young people, coordinators and guests who share common values such as solidarity, altruism and the desire to make a difference.

Volunteers’ impact on the community
Speeches at the event highlighted the vital role that young people play in the development of society, and the stories of the awarded volunteers demonstrated how their involvement can inspire future generations.

The 2024 Volunteers Gala was more than an awards ceremony – it was a celebration of the energy, passion and dedication of young people who choose to contribute to the common good.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Horoscope December 14 2024: The stars are in chill mode, but you?

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This Saturday has great potential to become either an epic day or one of ultimate laziness. It depends on what you’re in the mood for, but the stars are teasing you today anyway.

  • Aries: You have the energy for three people and you think today is the day to conquer the world (or at least that long to-do list). Spoiler alert: you’ll probably still end up in a TikTok marathon.
  • Taurus: Someone’s trying to push you out of your comfort zone, but you’re just in the mood for Netflix, snacks and cozy vibes. People wait – you’re on Do Not Disturb today.
  • Gemini: You’re more changeable than April weather. In the mornings you’re craving coffee with friends, and in the afternoons you’re secluding yourself in your room. No one knows what’s coming next, not even you.
  • Cancer: Today you’re in the mood to be emotional, but also a little mysterious. Send subtle messages on Instagram and see who realizes you’re talking about them. Little drama makes your day more interesting.
  • Leo: The spotlight is on you, as usual. Today you’re in the mood to be the “main character” on all fronts, but try not to overdo it – your friends still want you to exist too.
  • Virgo: You started the day with a perfect to-do list, but somewhere between “organize your clothes” and “plan your vacation,” you realize it’s more fun to procrastinate. It’s okay, Virgo, no one minds.
  • Libra: Today you’re diplomatic as always. You try to appease everyone, but make sure you don’t end up saying yes to everything. You deserve a break too – maybe with a hot chocolate.
  • Scorpio: Today you’re the type who knows everything but says nothing. Your mystery fascinates others, but don’t overdo it – someone might think you’re hiding something truly scandalous.
  • Sagittarius: Your adventures today probably start with “let’s see what else is on sale online” and end with a totally unnecessary purchase. But hey, it’s the vibe that counts!
  • Capricorn: You’re trying to be productive, but the universe seems to have other plans. Don’t get frustrated – maybe today is about “work smarter, not harder.” Or just “don’t work at all.”
  • Aquarius: You’ve got big ideas today, but also zero inclination to implement them. Never mind, at least jot them down somewhere and use them another day. Until then, dream all you want!
  • Pisces: You’re in a philosophizing mood today. You’re asking yourself profound questions, like “Is eating pizza for breakfast socially acceptable?”. The answer is YES – do what you feel!

Conclusion: This day has the potential for relaxation or random adventures. Whatever your vibe, make sure you have fun and take things easy.

Christmas Movie Marathon at the Chisinau Municipal Youth Center: Free Admission and Festive Atmosphere

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Christmas Movie Marathon! From December 17-21, 2024, young people are expected to spend magical evenings with friends watching themed movies that bring the Christmas spirit closer.

Screening program:

  • December 17, 17:00 – The Princess Switch
  • December 18, 16:00 – Home Alone
  • December 19, 17:00 – The Knight Before Christmas
  • December 20, 16:00 – The Holiday
  • December 21, 17:00 – All will be well for Christmas

Event details:

  • Location: Chisinau Municipal Youth Center, 90 Mitropolit Varlaam str.
  • Access: Free
  • Additional activities: The festive atmosphere includes popcorn and Christmas decorations, perfect to complete the experience.

This marathon is a wonderful opportunity to relax and get into the holiday spirit, along with your favorite movies of the season. Whether you’re a fan of classic comedies, romantic tales or fantasy adventures, the diverse program guarantees an experience for all tastes.

Admission is free, so don’t miss your chance to enjoy the magic of Christmas!

 

Workshop on Attachment and Healthy Relationships, organized by Andrei Didenco at Cărturești Chisinau

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On the eve of the holidays, Andrei Didenco, psychologist and psychotherapist in training, invites young people and beyond to an interactive workshop dedicated to building more authentic and balanced relationships based on secure attachment. The event will take place on December 19, 2024, at Cărturești bookstore at the Museum, Chisinau, starting at 18:00.

What will you learn at the workshop?

  • What is secure attachment? You will discover what a secure attachment means and how it influences your relationships, both personal and couple.
  • How do we achieve secure attachment? In this workshop you will learn concrete steps and strategies to build a healthy attachment, even in moments of uncertainty or vulnerability.
    Interactive exercises to understand your attachment style and how to transition to a secure one.
  • How to express your emotional needs in an authentic and calm way, deepening your connection with your loved ones.

Why attend?

  • The holidays are about reconnecting. This workshop will give you the tools to spend special moments with loved ones with an open and loving heart.
  • Build healthy and fulfilling relationships. Learn how to create strong emotional connections that bring you confidence and inner peace, even in difficult times.

Event details:

  • Date: December 19, 2024
  • Time: 18:00
  • Location: Bookstore Cărturești la Muzeu, Str. 31 August 1989, 121A, Chișinău
  • Access: Free of charge, limited places available
  • Reserve your seat: Registration form

Andrei Didenco is a psychologist, psychotherapist in EFT training (Romania), trainer in non-formal education and certified trainer in nonviolent communication (CNVC). The event is organized with the support of the Cărturești Chisinau bookshop, a reference place for book lovers in Chisinau.

Come learn how to build healthy relationships and transform your emotional connections during this special time of the year!