It’s the season of patio weather, graduation ceremonies, and events!
If you have some time to spare, looking to expand your skill set, or just get out and socialize more, then volunteering is a great place to start.
Volunteer Information Quinte connects people with organizations and agencies in need.
Here is the VIQ Update this week:
*The Bay of Quinte Arts Festival is June 1st. The community event will take place at Centennial Park in Trenton from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The organizing team, Arts Quinte West, is looking for volunteers. They need people at the park to set up on June 1st from 9 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. They also need people to pack everything up after 4 p.m. This is a great way to get your high school volunteer hours! Arts Quinte West also needs people during the event to support vendors and welcome visitors.
*Volunteer Information Quinte is looking for Bingo volunteers. Charities in the area host bingo games in Belleville in the afternoons and evenings. People are needed to monitor games and help with payouts. You must be 16 and older to apply for this role.
*If you enjoy meeting new people, Community Living Belleville has a unique opportunity. Community Living is looking for people who can meet up with clients one-on-one. Volunteers can take the clients out for coffee, act as a swimming buddy, or just be there for a chat. The time commitment is flexible.
*Gardeners are needed in Quinte West. People are needed to help the Quinte West Garden team with community gardens. Tasks include weeding, planting, and harvesting produce. Quinte West Gardens is also looking for people to help out with special events including plant sales and Doors Open Quinte West.
*If you love live music, then VIQ can be your ticket into an outdoor music festival in Belleville. Empire Rockfest is July 18, 19th, and 20th. Volunteers are needed for a variety of roles. Tasks include checking wrist bands, helping people with directions, and supporting the stage area. Smart Serve volunteers are needed to work behind the bar. Shifts are from 4:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. each night.
*Drivers are needed to help Community Care Prince Edward Association. People are needed to drive clients to and from medical appointments and out for errands.
*The Alternative’s for Women team is also in need of support. They need people to drive clients around Prince Edward County. They also require volunteers to help with building maintenance, donations, and events.
*The Museums of Prince Edward County have some unique volunteer opportunities at five of its locations in the county: Front-desk receptions and hosts are needed at some of the museums. Several volunteers will get a chance to dress in period costumes and deliver programming. The museums in need of volunteers are: Macaulay House, the Ameliasburgh Heritage Village, Wellington Heritage Museum, Mariner’s Park Museum, and the Rose House Museum.
Volunteer Information Quinte refers volunteers to more than 275 agencies throughout Hastings and Prince Edward counties. They are currently recruiting volunteers to fulfill the needs of our community. Please contact 613-969-8862 or visit our website at www.viq.ca for more information. VIQ is a United Way Member Agency.
You can listen to the VIQ Update Thursday at 9:40 a.m. and Saturdays at 7:40 a.m.
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