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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250624
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250628
DTSTAMP:20260521T044445
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SUMMARY:AIA North Carolina Summer School CE Program
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Summer School\, a continuing education series presented by AIA NC and the Concrete Masonry Checkoff. Featuring a lineup of expert-led sessions\, Summer School delivers practical\, real-world knowledge to help you design smarter\, build better\, and stay ahead of the latest industry standards.  \nLocation 1: Charlotte\, NC \nThe Dubois Center at UNC Charlotte Center City  \n390 East 9th Street  \nCharlotte\, NC\, 28202  \nDate & Time: Tuesday\, June 24 from 9am-2pm  \nRegister here. \nLocation 2: Raleigh\, NC \nThe AIA NC Center for Architecture and Design \n14 East Peace Street \nRaleigh\, NC\, 27604 \nDate & Time: Thursday\, June 26 from 9am-2pm \nRegister here. \nLocation 3: Greenville\, NC \nEastern AHEC \n2600 West Arlington Boulevard  \nGreenville\, NC\, 27834 \nDate & Time: Friday\, June 27 from 9am-2pm \nRegister here.
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/aia-north-carolina-summer-school-3/
CATEGORIES:Region 2 Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250623
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250628
DTSTAMP:20260521T044445
CREATED:20250305T135105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T193918Z
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SUMMARY:National SkillsUSA Masonry Contest
DESCRIPTION:The SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference (NLSC)\, held each June in Atlanta\, is the nation’s largest gathering celebrating career and technical education. Bringing together over 17\,500 students\, educators\, and industry leaders\, the week-long event features the SkillsUSA Championships—where more than 6\,500 state champions compete in 114 skilled and leadership contests. Highlights include the nation’s largest technical education trade show (SkillsUSA TECHSPO)\, dynamic sessions\, leadership training\, hands-on workshops\, a citywide community service project\, and a powerful awards ceremony to close the event.  \nLearn more here. \nPurchase your ticket here. \nLocation: Atlanta\, GA
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/national-skillsusa-masonry-contest/
CATEGORIES:National Program Event,Region 2 Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250619
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250620
DTSTAMP:20260521T044445
CREATED:20250603T213402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T212301Z
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SUMMARY:Region Two Codes 101 Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Region 2 Codes 101 Workshop\, where Patrick Burns of ARC 3 Communications and Jody Wall of Johnson Concrete will be presenting. This event is designed to help producers and others understand the basics of codes at the grassroot level. Attendees will gain insight on how the Region 2 program works to ensure tracking monitoring\, while also providing education to legislators and local municipalities. All producers and masonry contractors should understand how codes work at the grassroots level. \nDate: Thursday\, June 19th \nLocation: Virtual \nTime: 11:00am EST \nRegister here. \n 
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/region-two-codes-101-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Region 2 Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250614
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250615
DTSTAMP:20260521T044445
CREATED:20250305T134706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T134706Z
UID:10000022-1749859200-1749945599@concretemasonrycheckoff.org
SUMMARY:Florida Masonry Inc. Regional Masonry Contest
DESCRIPTION:This event showcases the youth that are currently in the concrete masonry pathway and will introduce potential youth to the same opportunity. \nLocation: Orlando\, FL
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/florida-masonry-inc-regional-masonry-contest/
CATEGORIES:Region 2 Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250518
DTSTAMP:20260521T044445
CREATED:20250305T134514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T134514Z
UID:10000021-1747440000-1747526399@concretemasonrycheckoff.org
SUMMARY:NCMCA "Got to be NC" Masonry Event
DESCRIPTION:This event will be held at the State Fairgrounds in Raleigh\, NC during the “Got to be NC” Festival. This event will showcase the youth that are currently in the masonry pathway in NC and will introduce potential youth to a concrete masonry career option. \nLocation: Raleigh\, NC
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/ncmca-got-to-be-nc-masonry-event/
CATEGORIES:Region 2 Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250514
DTSTAMP:20260521T044445
CREATED:20250403T180153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T180153Z
UID:10000057-1747094400-1747180799@concretemasonrycheckoff.org
SUMMARY:Ladies in Concrete Masonry Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Open to middle school and high school girls will learn about potential concrete industry careers during the event hosted by the nationally recognized Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) Concrete Industry Management program. Girls will participate in a series of workshops designed to expose attendees to concrete masonry\, ready mix production\, concrete mix design\, plant production and equipment\, welding and industry hand tools. The concrete masonry industry will be providing CMU materials and hosting a hands on demonstration for all attendees. \nLocation: Middle TN State University
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/ladies-in-concrete-masonry-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Region 2 Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250514
DTSTAMP:20260521T044445
CREATED:20250305T134336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T134336Z
UID:10000020-1747094400-1747180799@concretemasonrycheckoff.org
SUMMARY:Tennessee Masonry Field Day
DESCRIPTION:This field day is set up to introduce students to the concrete masonry career path by contractors and producers alike in the state of Tennessee. \nLocation: Tennessee
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/tennessee-masonry-field-day/
CATEGORIES:Region 2 Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250503
DTSTAMP:20260521T044445
CREATED:20250403T180454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T180454Z
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SUMMARY:Leveraging Technology in Masonry
DESCRIPTION:Leveraging Technology in the Masonry Industry! We will highlight various technological advancements\, including a Virtual Reality (VR) walkthrough of a masonry building. \nTopics include: \n\nLive demo of Construction Robotics in Masonry\nMechatronics in the Block Industry\nMasonry IQ (Revit Plugin) with VR\nLive demo of Core Foam Masonry Foam Insulation®\nInteractive CMU production plant tour\nHands-on block laying and mortar spreading\n\nLocation: Willocks Brothers – Maryville\, TN
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/leveraging-technology-in-masonry/
CATEGORIES:Region 2 Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250428
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250502
DTSTAMP:20260521T044445
CREATED:20250305T134148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T174000Z
UID:10000019-1745798400-1746143999@concretemasonrycheckoff.org
SUMMARY:Florida SkillsUSA State Masonry Contest
DESCRIPTION:The State Leadership and Skills Conference is the premier CTE event in the state of Florida. The top students in over 100 different skill and leadership competitions gather to compete against their peers for a chance to advance to the National Leadership and Skills Conference. These competitions allow students to hone their technical skills\, connect with business and industry\, and become skilled professionals\, career-ready leaders\, and responsible community members. In addition to competitions\, students are invited to participate in other conference activities to further their careers and connect them with potential future employers. During the Meet the Employer Career Fair\, more than 50 local\, state\, and national companies are looking to recruit and hire students for immediate job openings. The CONNECTED Expo and Trade Show showcases business and industry partners and their products\, services\, and career opportunities. \nLocation: Jacksonville\, FL
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/florida-skillsusa-state-masonry-contest/
CATEGORIES:Region 2 Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250426
DTSTAMP:20260521T044445
CREATED:20250324T174136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T174136Z
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SUMMARY:Leon Works Expo
DESCRIPTION:This annual event offers a unique opportunity to connect with hundreds of high school students who will soon be entering the workforce. At the Leon Works Expo\, you can showcase your organization and inspire the next generation of skilled professionals in industries like health care\, IT\, business\, trades\, and creative arts. By participating\, you’ll play a vital role in bridging the gap between workforce needs and local talent. \nLocation: Tallahassee\, FL
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/leon-works-expo/
CATEGORIES:Region 2 Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250424
DTSTAMP:20260521T044445
CREATED:20250314T180609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T180724Z
UID:10000050-1745280000-1745452799@concretemasonrycheckoff.org
SUMMARY:Region 2 In-person Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Region 2 In-person meeting to be held April 22 + 23\, 2025 in Birmingham\, AL. \nLocation: \nSheraton Birmingham Hotel \n2101 Richard Arrington Blvd \nBirmingham\, AL 35203
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/region-2-in-person-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Checkoff Event,Region 2 Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250411
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250412
DTSTAMP:20260521T044445
CREATED:20250324T174420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T174420Z
UID:10000054-1744329600-1744415999@concretemasonrycheckoff.org
SUMMARY:Florida Masonry Showcase
DESCRIPTION:2025 Northern Masonry Showcase to be held in Jacksonville on Friday\, April 11th\, at the Florida Best Block Plant\, 4720 University Boulevard South. The Time is: 8:15 – 3:00. \nParticipating Schools: \n\nRiveroak – 2\nCamden County – 10\nOak Grove Academy – 5\nLafayette – To be announced\n\n 
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/florida-masonry-showcase/
CATEGORIES:Region 2 Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250410
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250411
DTSTAMP:20260521T044445
CREATED:20250305T133808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T173622Z
UID:10000017-1744243200-1744329599@concretemasonrycheckoff.org
SUMMARY:NC SkillsUSA State Masonry Contest
DESCRIPTION:The SkillsUSA Masonry contest in NC highlights the masonry skills of secondary and post-secondary students. This event will have more than 100 students participating in hands-on contest and is a true showcase of industry support and promotion of concrete masonry. \nLocation: Greensboro\, NC
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/nc-skillsusa-state-masonry-contest/
CATEGORIES:Region 2 Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250403
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250404
DTSTAMP:20260521T044445
CREATED:20250305T133651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T133651Z
UID:10000016-1743638400-1743724799@concretemasonrycheckoff.org
SUMMARY:Masonry Association of Georgia Planning Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This event is a planning session for the Georgia Masonry Education Day. \nLocation: Atlanta\, GA
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/masonry-association-of-georgia-planning-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Region 2 Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250321
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250322
DTSTAMP:20260521T044445
CREATED:20250305T133346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T133346Z
UID:10000014-1742515200-1742601599@concretemasonrycheckoff.org
SUMMARY:Eastern SkillsUSA Regional
DESCRIPTION:This hands-on event showcases students that are in each level of secondary masonry programs in the eastern part of NC. This event is hosted by Adams\, an OldCastle Company. \nLocation: Goldsboro\, NC
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/eastern-skillsusa-regional/
CATEGORIES:Region 2 Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250313
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250314
DTSTAMP:20260521T044445
CREATED:20250305T133202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T133202Z
UID:10000013-1741824000-1741910399@concretemasonrycheckoff.org
SUMMARY:Virginia Masonry Association
DESCRIPTION:This will be a kick-off event for VMA to jump start the Region 2 Youth Masonry Promotion and Outreach Program. \nLocation: Roanoke\, VA
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/virginia-masonry-association/
CATEGORIES:Region 2 Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250306
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250307
DTSTAMP:20260521T044445
CREATED:20250305T132906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T132906Z
UID:10000012-1741219200-1741305599@concretemasonrycheckoff.org
SUMMARY:NCMCA Career Day
DESCRIPTION:NCMCA Career day is hosted by a masonry contractor and the students are introduced to masonry careers through hands-on demos throughout the day\, with a lunch to follow before the awards ceremony. This event attracts local secondary programs in NC.  \nLocation: Midland\, NC
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/ncmca-career-day/
CATEGORIES:Region 2 Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250228
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250301
DTSTAMP:20260521T044445
CREATED:20250311T150809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T150809Z
UID:10000048-1740700800-1740787199@concretemasonrycheckoff.org
SUMMARY:Ace Mentor Day/Hands-on Masonry Skills Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:This event will introduce Wake County Secondary students to masonry and will be a hands-on event showcasing the benefits of a career in the concrete masonry industry. \nLocation: Raleigh\, NC
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/ace-mentor-day-hands-on-masonry-skills-demonstration/
CATEGORIES:Region 2 Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250228
DTSTAMP:20260521T044445
CREATED:20250311T135250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T135250Z
UID:10000036-1740441600-1740700799@concretemasonrycheckoff.org
SUMMARY:Northeast Florida Construction Career Days
DESCRIPTION:Construction Career Days are designed to introduce school students to the wide range of career opportunities available to them in the construction industry in a hands-on environment. \nLocation: Jacksonville\, FL Equestrian Center
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/northeast-florida-construction-career-days/
CATEGORIES:Region 2 Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250226
DTSTAMP:20260521T044445
CREATED:20250311T150658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T150658Z
UID:10000047-1740441600-1740527999@concretemasonrycheckoff.org
SUMMARY:Masonry Skills Briefing Video Production
DESCRIPTION:This video will be produced to share with Region 2 masonry programs on the correct way to judge a masonry skills project. \nLocation: Greensboro\, NC
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/masonry-skills-briefing-video-production/
CATEGORIES:Region 2 Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250222
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250223
DTSTAMP:20260521T044445
CREATED:20250311T150559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T150559Z
UID:10000046-1740182400-1740268799@concretemasonrycheckoff.org
SUMMARY:SkillsUSA Southwest Regional NC
DESCRIPTION:This contest will feature Masonry I & Masonry II Secondary competitors\, as well as an all-block masonry competition to showcase CMU. \nLocation: Salisbury\, NC
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/skillsusa-southwest-regional-nc/
CATEGORIES:Region 2 Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250222
DTSTAMP:20260521T044445
CREATED:20250311T150450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T150450Z
UID:10000045-1740096000-1740182399@concretemasonrycheckoff.org
SUMMARY:Georgia SkillsUSA Masonry Contest
DESCRIPTION:Georgia State Masonry Contest \nLocation: Georgia World Congress Center
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/georgia-skillsusa-masonry-contest/
CATEGORIES:Region 2 Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250213
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250214
DTSTAMP:20260521T044445
CREATED:20250311T150003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T150003Z
UID:10000043-1739404800-1739491199@concretemasonrycheckoff.org
SUMMARY:2025 RIVEROAK Technical College Career Fair & Program Showcase
DESCRIPTION:High school students in Suwannee County will learn about different programs and jobs at the 2025 RIVEROAK Technical College Career Fair & Program Showcase. The 9th annual career fair and program showcase will allow students to talk to business owners and recruiters from across the country\, with over 60 businesses and agencies represented. \nLocation: RIVEROAK Technical College\, 415 Pinewood Dr SW\, Live Oak\, FL 32064
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/2025-riveroak-technical-college-career-fair-program-showcase/
CATEGORIES:Region 2 Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250207
DTSTAMP:20260521T044445
CREATED:20250311T135828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T135828Z
UID:10000038-1738800000-1738886399@concretemasonrycheckoff.org
SUMMARY:Collier County Build My Future
DESCRIPTION:An Interactive Construction Career & Industry Showcase where students gain hands-on experience by visiting various construction industry booths. The Masonry area will be supported by the Florida Masonry Apprenticeship and Education Foundation and attended by Conner Birdsong\, Regional Director for CMC Region 2. \nLocation: Collier County Fair Grounds\, 751 39th Ave NE\, Naples\, FL 34120
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/collier-county-build-my-future/
CATEGORIES:Region 2 Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250603
DTSTAMP:20260521T044445
CREATED:20250305T140942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T140942Z
UID:10000028-1736121600-1748908799@concretemasonrycheckoff.org
SUMMARY:CE 4040/6040 (001) Masonry Structural Design Course
DESCRIPTION:New Masonry Engineering Course – Sold out with 55 Students! \nCourse Description: Introduction to design of structural elements for masonry buildings\, including lintels\, walls\, shear walls\, columns\, pilasters\, and retaining walls. Reinforced and unreinforced elements of concrete or clay masonry are designed by allowable stress and strength design methods. Introduces construction techniques\, materials\, and terminology used in masonry. \nLearning Objectives / Outcomes After completing this course\, students will be able to \n\nIdentify masonry types and components of masonry assemblies.\nGain a basic understanding of the materials used to fabricate masonry assemblies\, and the materials test procedures for obtaining material properties for design.\nDesign reinforced and unreinforced elements of concrete or clay masonry by allowable stress and strength design methods.\nDemonstrate knowledge gained in the course through a hands-on laboratory or design project.\nGain understanding of practical considerations for constructability and durability of masonry.\n\nLocation: Clemson University
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/ce-4040-6040-001-masonry-structural-design-course/
CATEGORIES:Region 2 Event
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