Community Service December Holiday Opportunities 2018

HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO ALL

AMERICAN RED CROSS of the GREATER LEHIGH VALLEY has volunteer opportunities to help with their Blood Drives. Transportation drivers are needed to deliver blood and related products from blood drives to the Red Cross Donation Center in Philadelphia and/or from the Donation Center to area hospitals.   Blood Donor Ambassadors are needed to provide customer service to donors at blood drives by helping with registration, greet donors, and offer refreshments. For more specific info, call Ned Bloom, 484-403-4721, ned.bloom@redcross.org.

 

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, 610-841-7011, dawns@mowglv.org.

YOUTH VOLUNTEER COUNCIL-VOLUNTEER CENTER of the LEHIGH VALLEY, Bethlehem is recruiting high 

school students from grades 10 to 12 and college students to participate in their inaugural Youth 

Volunteer Council. Their mission is to be the premier resource that coordinates and connects a diverse culture of youth to community service within the Greater Lehigh Valley. Members of the council will be completing various service projects and develop leadership skills! Apply at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfjwvQvjEg7zOgFv6z8r-fwMHHt_iyx61SDwu3CZAiVj7J7zg/viewform by Friday, January 4, 2019. Email youthcouncil@volunteerlv.org or phone 610-807-0336.

December #2 Community Service Opportunities 2018

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CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS

Consider becoming a volunteer at Central Moravian's Putz.  Volunteers needed! Are you looking to do something meaningful this Christmas season?  We are looking for Liberty and Freedom students 15 years and up. 

Place: The Location is at Central Moravian Church, CE building (40 W. Church St), lower level.  

When:  November 23, 2018, and ends December 31, 2018. 

The hours are (Shifts are two hours) Please consider signing up for multiple shifts: 

Thursday, Friday, 1:00pm-7:00pm, 

Saturday 10am-8pm and 

Sunday, 1pm-5pm. 

Typically, the last shift stays 30 minutes after closing time. 

There are two roles we are looking for volunteers for: 

Hoster:  You will be running the Putz, there are two options.   One is to provide a short introduction (written page is on the podium in Putz room) and then push the button to start the Putz.   The other is to push the button which begins with the introduction. There are instructions on running the Putz inside the room. 

Greeter:  You will be outside the Putz room, in the hallway, greeting the visitors.  You will count the numbers in each party (and where they are from, and how they heard about us), and record this information in the log book.   Encourage them to sit in the waiting room or even better, shop in the Star and Candle Shoppe across the hall while they wait. Putz showings are every half-hour. Group tours will be noted in the log book as an FYI to you.    

If this is your first time helping, we would be happy to provide training or connect you with a volunteer on a previous shift who can give a quick tutorial. 

Contact: Barbara Nelson at nelsonbarbarag@gmail.com to set up your individualized Putz training. 

Contact: To Sign-up, go on Sign-up Genius, under Central Moravian Putz, Central Sign-Ups, or email me at nelsonbarbarag@gmail.com

ALLENTOWN RESCUE MISSION invites volunteers to a Christmas Gift Wrapping Party on Saturday, December 15. You will be wrapping gifts for men at the Allentown Rescue Mission. This is a great way to get in the Holiday Spirit and have some fun, as we wrap the day away! Donations of gift wrap would be greatly appreciated. Sign up: http://signup.com/go/hOTfzxZ.

HISTORIC BETHLEHEM MUSEUMS & SITES is looking for volunteers to serve as Gallery Guides at the Kemmerer Museum of Decorative Arts Gallery. Guides keep a watchful eye over the exhibits, answer visitors' questions, and should be knowledgeable about the museum and exhibits. Must be able to commit to two (2-4 hour) shifts per month for at least six months. Training will be provided. Call Kristen Walsh, 610-691-6055, kwalsh@historicbethlehem.org.

THE SALVATION ARMY, Lehigh Valley needs Red Kettle Bell Ringers at various locations in the Allentown and Bethlehem area. Two or four-hour shifts available at your convenience Monday through Saturday now through December 24. Indoor and outdoor locations available at various locations.  Call Deirdre Govan, 610-432-0128 x220, Deirdre.govan@use.salvationarmy.org.

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 

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.

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>

October 2018 #4 - Community Service Opportunities

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CEDARBROOK SENIOR CARE AND REHAB, Allentown is having its Annual Holiday Bazaar on Friday, November 16th. Volunteers are needed 9:30-3:30 to assist residents with their shopping by escorting residents who can walk or pushing residents in wheelchairs, work at tables for bake sale/crafts, set up, clean up, etc. This is an amazing and fun day for everyone. You can sign up for the whole day or just a few hours. Minimum age 13 with an adult. Call Kerry Magliane, (610) 336-5684, kerrymagliane@lehighcounty.org.

DELAWARE & LEHIGH NATIONAL HERITAGE CORRIDOR, Easton needs help to get ready for our fall programming and preparing the boat and grounds for winter. Decorate the grounds and museum for fall events and Haunted Hugh Moore Park; prepare the flower beds for winter; staining wood; prepare exhibit room & displays, plus lots more. Call Aurelia Rapp, (610) 923-3548 x229, assistant@delawareandlehigh.org.

FRIENDS OF JOHNSTON, INC., Bethlehem Camel's Hump Farm on the Johnston Estate, Bethlehem is looking for volunteers to help plant a new arboretum and permaculture orchard. We are working outdoors every day from 9am- 4:00pm. Please wear clothing that can get dirty, heavy duty boots, and work gloves. Bring water and snacks as you need throughout your shift. Contact Victoria Bastidas, 484-241-6117, victoriabastidas01@gmail.com.

Thursday,  November 8th from 4-8pm at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 1900 Pennsylvania Ave., Allentown, PA

We will be hosting a community fundraising dinner and need help with setting up, serving and cleanup.  email todfam5@rcn.com or text 610-762-2154 

October 2018 Pre-Holiday Project-Community Service Opportunity

NEED COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS?   

BASD COMMUNITY SERVICE OFFICE 
NEEDS CHRISTMAS WRAPPED SHOEBOXES

Create Gift Boxes for Holiday Hope Chest

& Receive between 1-5 hours of Community Service

1 Hour per 3 wrapped boxes

Students can create holiday gift boxes to receive up to 5 hours of COMMUNITY SERVICE.  Empty Wrapped Boxes need to be brought into the Community Service Office by no later than 2:30 PM on Friday, November 9, 2018.

  (No boxes will be accepted after this date)

Directions on how to complete and submit the boxes are listed below:

•  The box(es) should be a normal size “Shoebox(es)” with a lid – (See example)

     

• The shoebox should be fully wrapped in Christmas wrapping paper and at least 2 sheets of tissue paper inside the box. Please see the video for instructions and what your box should look like when it's finished:   

         https://youtu.be/Uy0iBQZ04Lg  or  https://youtu.be/EnmtES4k4eQ

 Finished Box!

• Fill out a timesheet (Very important) with the number of hours and number of boxes. Sign the timesheet and parent signature is also needed.

💁Anyquestions email me at:   acruz@basdschools.org

HAPPY WRAPPING! 

October 2018 #4 - Community Service Opportunities

VOLUNTEER

CEDARBROOK SENIOR CARE AND REHAB, Allentown is having its Annual Holiday Bazaar on Friday, November 16th. Volunteers are needed 9:30-3:30 to assist residents with their shopping by escorting residents who are able to walk or pushing residents in wheelchairs, work at tables for bake sale/crafts, set up, clean up, etc. This is an amazing and fun day for everyone. You can sign up for the whole day or just a few hours. Minimum age 13 with adult. Call Kerry Magliane, (610) 336-5684, kerrymagliane@lehighcounty.org.

DELAWARE & LEHIGH NATIONAL HERITAGE CORRIDOR, Easton needs help to get ready for our fall programming and preparing the boat and grounds for winter. Decorate the grounds and museum for fall events and Haunted Hugh Moore Park; prepare the flower beds for winter; staining wood; prepare exhibit room & displays, plus lots more. Call Aurelia Rapp, (610) 923-3548 x229, assistant@delawareandlehigh.org.

 

FEED THE CHILDREN, Bethlehem is currently accepting volunteer applications for our Teacher Store from dedicated and outgoing volunteers to help teachers shop for free school supplies and classroom furniture from 2:00-5:00 pm every Wednesday of the month, August through May. Check-in, check-out, assisting shoppers during open hours and restocking the store during the week. Volunteers are asked to arrive at 1:30 pm. Restocking of the store happens during the week from 9 am-12 pm. Call Beth Baier, 610-419-9356, beth.baier@feedthechildren.org.

THE GRESS MOUNTAIN RANCH, Orefield needs help from up to 50 volunteers for the Open Gate Farm Tour 10AM-5:30PM, on Sunday, October 21. Baked goods are needed for the bake sale and volunteers are needed to help with the food stands, raffle table, parking cars and other ranch activities. Minimum age 12 with adult supervision. Call Kathryn Gress, 610-398-2122, GressRanch@gmail.com.

October #3 - More Community Service Opportunities

VOLUNTEER

Lehigh Valley Zoo - Volunteers Needed!

Major upcoming events! We are currently seeking volunteers to help with our two largest events of the year!

• Boo at the Zoo (10/20, 10/21, 10/27 and 10/28) 

• Winter Light Spectacular starting 11/9!

Volunteers at Boo at the Zoo will help manage various trick or treating stations throughout the zoo and distribute treats to the children! Volunteers are encouraged to dress in costumes for this event! (As volunteers will be working directly with children, all costumes must be family friendly!)  The dates/times for volunteering at this event are:

•             Saturday, October 20th   (9:30am-3:30pm)

•             Sunday, October 21st  (9:30am-3:30pm)

•             Saturday, October 27th  (9:30am-3:30pm)

•             And Sunday, October 28th   (9:30am-3:30pm)

Volunteers at the Winter Light Spectacular will help at a variety of festive, holiday stations including:

•             Costumed Characters

•             Holiday Crafts/Activities

•             Concession Stands/Hot Chocolate Booths

•             Holiday Game Booths

•             AND MORE!

This year, the Winter Light Spectacular will begin on Friday, November 9th and continue until Sunday, December 30th! This is an evening event that runs from 5p-10p every Wed-Sun (Closed on Mon/Tues!)

Each night you volunteer you will receive a free admission ticket to the Winter Lights event! You can either use the tickets to return and enjoy the lights as a guest OR give them away as gifts to family/friends! 

If you are interested in helping with either of these special events, please contact me ASAP to be added to our volunteer schedule!

Julia Bieski

Event & Volunteer Manager

jbieski@lvzoo.org

610.799.4171 x248

Clearview Elementary is hosting its annual Harvest Night and needs volunteers!   Here are the details about Harvest Night:

Friday, October 19, 6-8 pm: Set up from 6-8 in the Clearview multipurpose room (through the red doors in the back of the school)

Saturday, October 20, 4:30-8:30 pm: Harvest Night event in the Clearview multipurpose room, plus clean up

Contact info: Students can email Sue at suzipav@hotmail.com to sign up or get more info.

St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 1900 Pennsylvania Ave., Allentown, PA - Is looking for volunteers to help with a community fundraising dinner and needs help with setting up, serving and cleanup. Thursday,  October 11th from 4-8pm, Please - email todfam5@rcn.com or text 610-762-2154 

Upward Sports Location:

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First Baptist Church                   
3235 Linden street

Bethlehem pa 18017

Is looking for volunteers to help with student activities and games

on the following dates:

October- 9,10,11 5:30-8pm

January- 5,12,19,26 all day Saturday

February-2,9,16,23 all day Saturday 

Contact info:  Martin Rosario

Director of Upward Sports 

Bethlehem Pa

610-739-0320

LHS GIRLS VOLLEYBALL -  is looking for volunteers for their "PINK OUT" activity please see flyer for more information:

                                                                                                        

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

 LHS GIRLS VOLLEYBALL

PINK OUT

THURSDAY, 10/10/18

MEMORIAL GYMNASIUM

Please contact if Becky Flynn at 610-417-9250 if interested