December 2018 - Community Service Opportunities

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HAPPY HOLIDAYS

St. Andrews Church is in need of volunteers to help with children’s Christmas Party on 

When:  Saturday, December 15, 2018
Time:   from 8 am until 1 pm. 

The volunteers would be doing crafts, games, and snacks. We are looking for about 10 volunteers.  Please contact: Volunteers can contact Kimberly Marcantonio at 973-865-9915 or via email: jk0359@hotmail.com 

Third Street Alliance for Women & Children is looking for volunteers to help stuff envelopes.
Please contact JANIS GALITZECK, 610.258.6271  

ARTSQUEST, Bethlehem Christkindlmarkt is open 6 weekends now to Dec 23. Volunteers (min age 15 or 14 w/adult) are needed for various positions like booth attendants, St. Nick's assistants, merchandise helpers, customer service assistants, and much more. Sign up at www.artsquest.org/volunteer or call Courtney Angle, 610-332-1354.

LEHIGH VALLEY ZOO, Schnecksville is seeking volunteers to help with their Winter Light Spectacular from 5-10pm every Wednesday through Sunday, except Christmas Eve and Christmas Day from now through December 30. Volunteers help with games and holiday activities, snack stands, costumed characters, fire pits, admission, and more. All opportunities are outdoors, so dress weather appropriate! To schedule, call Julia Bieski, 610-799-4171 x248, jbieski@lvzoo.org.

 

MEALS ON WHEELS OF THE GREATER LEHIGH VALLEY, Allentown is seeking individuals or teams to deliver meals to homebound seniors and adults with disabilities. Current openings in Slatington on Mondays and Tuesdays and in Allentown on Mondays and Wednesdays. Call Dawn Stillwagen, 610-398-2563, dawns@mowglv.org.

November 2018 #2 - Community Service Opportunities

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

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URGENT!!! VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

Northeast Middle School CASH BINGO Event is looking for volunteers!

When:    Sunday, December 2, 2018

Time:     1-5 p.m

Where:   Northeast Middle School

Please contact Tina Martucci for more information at: 

tmartucci@basdschools.org 

BETHLEHEM SPECIAL OLYMPICS needs a head Gymnastics Coach and additional gymnastic volunteers for Rhythmic Gymnastics. Practices are held from 6:30-8pm on Wednesdays from November-June. Volunteers are required to become Class A Volunteers through Bethlehem Special Olympics by completing the background check and few online trainings. Call Dana Lindsey 610-264-3616, volunteers@bethlehemsopa.org.

FAMILY VOLUNTEER DAY, Saturday, November 17^th, is held annually the Saturday before Thanksgiving, It is an opportunity for families to work together to serve their community, have quality time for busy families, strengthen communication, and have a positive impact on local communities.  The Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley has several local opportunities on their website www.volunteerlv.org.   Listings are updated regularly with new opportunities. 

ARTSQUEST, Bethlehem Christkindlmarkt is open 6 weekends from Nov 16 to Dec 23. Volunteers (min age 15 or 14 w/adult) are needed for various positions like booth attendants, St. Nick's assistants, merchandise helpers, customer service assistants, and much more. Sign up at www.artsquest.org/volunteer or call Courtney Angle, 610-332-1354.

AMERICA ON WHEELS MUSEUM, Allentown can use helping hands with the following: Tour Guides & Docents - presenting tours to groups and individuals sharing the fascinating history within the Museum collection (on-site training is available). The team of volunteers helps ensure that the Museum is one of the best in educational programs/lectures/exhibits and entertainment where visitors can learn about the history of the automobile. Exhibit rotates every six months. Call James Benetzky, 610-432-4200 x22, museumadmin@americaonwheels.org.

Community Service Opportunities - November 2018

GREATER VALLEY YMCA, Easton/Phillipsburg Branch is looking for volunteers to join them in serving breakfast to their participants and the community, as well as assist in wrapping gifts bought on site at their Vendor Sale from 8am-2pm on Saturday, December 1. Call Jill Agosta, 610-258-6158 x25, jillagosta@gv-ymca.org.

HISTORIC BETHLEHEM MUSEUMS & SITES - invites you to volunteer at their Annual Historic Turkey Trot 5K and Fun Run in beautiful historic downtown Bethlehem on Friday, November 23 from 11:45am-3:15pm or 3:15-7pm. Volunteers will hand out t-shirts and bibs to participants. Call Kristen Walsh, 610-691-6055, kwalsh@historicbethlehem.org

Migrant Education Program - Needs volunteers to help with their afterschool programs. Students will be assisting with snack time and homework. Two places where to help;

Allentown After School Program:
Tuesday's & Thursday's
4-6pm
Episcopal Church of the Mediator 
1620 West Turner Street Allentown PA 18102

Bethlehem After School Program:
Wednesday's
4-6pm
The Lynnfield Community Center
1889 Lynnfield Drive Bethlehem PA 18015

NOTE: A REQUEST TO VOLUNTEER IS NEEDED. PLEASE ASK FOR THE FORM FROM MS. CLARICE JAMES

For more information please contact: 
Clarice James
Student Support Specialist
Migrant Education Program
Office: 610.820.6831 ex. 3102
Cell: 717.314.2568E-mail: clarice.james@millersville.edu<mailto:clarice.james@millersville.edu>