GREAT OPPORTUNITIES TO VOLUNTEER IN FEBRUARY!!!

If interested please e-mail honorvol@indiana.edu

Children's Expo - Feb. 12, 13
Volunteer for the Children's Expo and Health Fair, themed "Healthy Hearts and Valentines". Volunteers assist in a variety of ways, making the event run smoothly. The Expo features free health screenings for sweethearts ages 5 years and under, which ensure that children are ready to begin school with no barriers to learning. Screenings in speech, dental, hearing, vision, development, lead and scoliosis are offered by qualified professionals. Visitors explore interactive booths, listen to live entertainment, and peruse exhibitor booths. Minimum age is 18.

URGENT NEED - More Volleyball Coaches Needed!
Help! The Girls Inc. volleyball season is about to begin and they have four unexpected vacancies. If you have considered coaching or are intrigued by the opportunity . . . this is your chance to coach! Coaches should have interest and some experience with volleyball, and a passion for empowering girls and creating fun, meaningful experiences! Coaches commit to volunteer two evenings/week, Monday through Thursday. Minimum age is 18.

Board Members - Theatre of The People (TOP)
Bloomington's newest non-profit community theatre is seeking volunteers to join their Board of Directors. Interested community members will contribute to TOP's short and long-term development as well as ensuring successful social service programming in the area of inclusive arts and education. Skills in business/non-profit management, arts administration, finance, law, marketing, public relations, fundraising/grant writing, counseling, or special event promotion are preferred, although no experience is necessary. Board members commit to a two to three year term. Interested persons are asked to complete an application, then to meet with the Co-Artistic Directors and Board President.

Organize Spring Luncheon
The "Spring Into Action!" luncheon and silent auction is Monroe County United Ministries largest special event fundraiser. They need enthusiastic volunteers to serve on the organizing committee. The luncheon will be held on Sunday, April 25th, with proceeds supporting their affordable childcare and basic needs assistance services. Committee members meet monthly and work independently, planning event logistics, soliciting silent auction items, selling tickets and promoting the event. Minimum age is 18.

December Volunteer Opportunities!!

There are so many different opportunities this December so dont be afraid to try something new!!!! If interested e-mail us at honorvol@indiana.edu

RSVP America Reads Tutors
One out of four children entering fourth grade cannot read at grade level. Help change this statistic and prepare students for lasting success in schools and libraries throughout Monroe and Owen Counties. Through RSVP America Reads, the tutoring program of the Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), volunteers commit to tutor one hour per week. Substitutes are available as needed. All training is provided and no experience is necessary. Your life will be positively changed as well! Minimum age is 21.


WFHB Production, Programming & Engineering
Music, news, information programming and engineering are among the ways you can become the media through WFHB Community Radio. Substitute as a DJ, write local news, record news events in the field, or work on the web page! Once you have given more than 30 hours of your time, you become a "Participating Member" with voting privileges. A commitment of at least 4 hours per month is requested. Training provided; minimum age is 18.



Arlington Elementary Playground Volunteers
Arlington Heights Elementary School invites community members to actively engage their children on the playground between 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. While staff will be present, volunteers will initiate soccer, Frisbie, basketball, parachute play or other games. Requirements are enthusiasm and love for children, knowledge of a variety of outdoor games, and leadership skills. Teens welcome.


Girls Volleyball Coaches
Girls Inc. of Monroe County needs volleyball coaches for the spring season. This recreational league focuses on building fundamentals, improving social skills and having fun. Coaches should be enthusiastic about creating a positive and supportive environment. Practices are from 6-7 p.m. or from 7-8 p.m, either Mon./Wed. or Tues./Thurs., with no more than 2 nights of activity per week on week nights from mid-January until mid-April. Age groups are 6-8, 9-10, 11-12, and 13-18. Coaches should have experience playing or coaching volleyball and be comfortable working with parents and staff. Coaches must be 18 years old and attend a coaching orientation on either Dec. 15 or Jan. 12 (alternative arrangements can be made).

Bike Riding!

Do you love to ride a bike? Do you ride to class, to eat, and for fun? Are you training to ride in Little 500? If so - you can help share your love of bike-riding with children by teaching them how to ride a bike!

Volunteers are needed Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, May 11-13 from 4-5:30 pm each day!

Beginning bicycle riders (the kids) will be prepared to spend the entire summer cruising on their bicycles after this kickoff to Bloomington Bikes Week! Volunteers will teach participants how to confidently and safely ride their bikes through individual instruction, and also about bike maintenance, road safety, and proper bike and helmet fittings. Each child then receives a free bike helmet and must bring a bicycle without training wheels.

All the action will be taking place at Bryan Park Pool, 1000 S. Woodlawn Ave. in the parking lot!

For more information or to sign up, please contact Kim Ecenbarger at ecenbark@bloomington.in.gov

Going to be Around But Have No Spring Break Plans??

<--- If you will not be seeing any of these over the Spring Break week... Here are some different activities you can partake in to help the week go by a little quicker if you are staying around Bloomington!

ONE OPPORTUNITY!

Girls Inc. will be running a Spring Break day camp for our members Monday March 16th through Friday March 20th. We are from 7:30am-6pm.

Volunteers are needed to supervise girls and help with activities. Activities may include games, art projects, and field trips in the Bloomington Community. If you are interested, please contact us as soon as possible so that we can ensure adequate supervision for our program. We welcome volunteers from IU and the Bloomington Community. This is a great opportunity for students who need volunteer hours for classes but are too busy to volunteer during the semester.

There will be a short orientation for volunteers the week before Spring Break. Volunteers are required to fill out a criminal history background check. All volunteers at Girls Inc. should share our dedication to providing new experiences and building confidence in girls. No prior experience working with children is necessary.

When: Mar 16, 17, 18 7:30 AM - 06:00 PM

Contact: Rachel Dotson, Director Of Program Services , (812) 336-7313

http://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/org/10263966143.html

ANOTHER OPPORTUNITY!

The Monroe County YMCA SPLASH program Morning & Afternoon Shifts Available!

The YMCA SPLASH program is a free class available to non-swimmers between the ages of 6-10. The goal is to help them be safe in and around water. YMCA Staff will lead the class and volunteers assist the kids with the skills in the water.

SPLASH is held Monday - Thursday during Spring Break. There is a morning session (8:45-10:45am) and an evening session (4:45-6:45pm).

Volunteers must fill out a Volunteer Application prior to volunteering. Volunteers should feel comfortable in the water.

Contact Person: Mandy McGhee, Volunteer Coordinator, (812) 332-5555 ext. 235

Bloomington Youth Basketball Coaches

Bloomington Youth Basketball – Season 2
January 10-April 4

This league focuses on building self-esteem, teamwork and developing the basic fundamentals of basketball. Season includes weekly practices and games on Fridays or Saturdays. The season concludes with an honors banquet. Join us for the satisfaction of playing in a fun and positive setting where everyone plays and is a winner.

Duties: We are looking for coaches who can commit to once-or twice-weekly practices and one game per weekend. Volunteer coaches will enjoy making a difference in the lives of kids and can help develop our next big IU basketball star. (We suggest two coaches per team.)

Timeline:
Prospective coaches must be signed up by Friday, December 5 and attend one of the following information sessions:
Wednesday, December 10 / 6 p.m.
Thursday, December 11 / 6 p.m.

Coach selection process completed by Wednesday, January 7.
Coaches Training is mandatory Saturday, January 17, 10 a.m. – Noon.

Program Time: Coaches will be assigned one or two one-hour practices per week and one, one-
hour game per weekend.

Location: City of Bloomington Banneker Community Center, 930 W. Seventh St.

Age of Volunteers: 18 yrs. and up
Number of Volunteers: 40
Volunteers should agree to stay for the entire season.

Jill Behrman 5K Run/Walk

Volunteers are needed to assist with the Jill Behrman 5K Run/Walk nextweek benefitting Jill's House - a temporary, home-like residence forpatients undergoing treatment at the Midwest Proton Radiotherapy Institute in Bloomington.

Opportunities are available on the following days and times:
Wed, Oct 15 5-7pm Race preparation- SRSC

Fri, Oct 17 10:30am -1:15pm Packet pick up- Memorial Stadium
3:45-6:45pm Packet pick up- Memorial Stadium

Sat, Oct 18 9am-11:30 am Course support ,water station & finish line - Memorial Stadium

Please e-mail cgeary@indiana.edy if you are interested.

Basketball League Volunteers

Basketball League Volunteers

The Boys And Girls Club of Bloomington needs volunteers to run concession stands and to supervisor practices at basketball games for 9-13 year olds.

Games take place on Saturdays at Jackson Creek Middle School starting Oct. 24. Volunteers are needed from 9-11:30 a.m. or from 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Practice supervisors must commit to a weekly shift from 6-8 p.m. at one of the practice sites.

Please contact Audrey Hall at (812) 332-5311 or ahall@bgcbloomington.org. (www.bgcbloomington.org)

Run Through The Jungle 5K Run/Walk

This 4th annual 5K run/walk benefiting the Exotic Feline Rescue Center will be held on

Saturday, May 17th
at the Rescue Center

located in Center Point, about 45 minutes from Bloomington. The route passes directly through the compound that houses 190 lions, tigers and other exotic big cats.
Volunteers are needed to help with sign making, parking and water distribution.
Shifts begin at 9 a.m. and the timed race will begin at 10:30 am.
Participants and volunteers will receive a t-shirt and a coupon for a free visit in the future. Minimum age is 16. For more information contact: Gary Anderson at (812) 244-0487 or garyo20042004@yahoo.com (www.junglerun5k.com).

Hoosier Hustle

Saturday, April 26
An Urban Adventure Challenge. Imagine a Bloomington version of Survivor, The Amazing Race and EcoChallenge. This event makes reality television a real experience for participants. Each team will be tested with both mind and body challenges during this one-day race around town. The day may be filled with canoes, buses, bikes, trails, puzzles, heights and plenty more. Due to the nature of specific challenges, details must be kept secret until the day of the event.
Duties: If you’re up for an adventure, be a part of the second Hoosier Hustle. Volunteers assist with registration, work with staff at challenges along the route, and prepare for the event reception.
Program Time: Shift 1, 7:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (12-14 vol.) Shift 2, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. (13-15 vol.) Shift 3, 12-5 p.m. (6-8 vol.)
Training: Volunteers will be trained at the beginning of their shift.
Location: Meet at Third Street Park, 331 S. Washington St.
Age of Volunteers: 18 yrs. and up

If you would like to Get Involved in any of the list volunteer opportunities, please contact Kim Ecenbarger by phone: 349-3739 / email: ecenbark@bloomington.in.gov or visit our web page at http://bloomington.in.gov/parks/ to find out about other upcoming events or programs to get involved in.

Bloomington Girls Fastpitch Softball

March 29-July 1

Bloomington's premier girls' softball league! Designed for the beginning through advanced player, this league focuses on responsible competition, including skill building and a complete understanding of the game. This league offers several levels of play ranging from tee ball to fastpitch for players ages 5 through 17.
Duties: Interested in becoming a coach some day? Volunteers will help the sports staff with skills development, various drills and practice. Here is your chance to put your mark on tomorrow’s athlete.
Training: Coaches must attend a training session-date and time TBD.
Program Time: Looking for coaches in all age groups. Must be willing to become NYSCA certified and work from a set practice schedule. Must commit to three hours weekly for duration of season.
Location: Winslow Sports Complex, 2800 S. Highland Ave.
Age of Volunteers: 16 yrs. and up
Number of volunteers: 30-35

If you would like to Get Involved please contact Kim Ecenbarger by phone: 349-3739 / email: ecenbark@bloomington.in.gov or visit our web page at http://bloomington.in.gov/parks/ to find out about other upcoming events or programs to get involved in.

Leonard Springs Nature Day

Tuesdays, March 25, April 1, April 8, April 15-Rain dates two days after

Wednesdays, March 26, April 2-Rain dates two days after

“Leave No Child Inside” – what a fantastic concept in this age of computers and video games. The City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department, in collaboration with Sycamore Land Trust and Monroe County Community School Corporation, is hosting the second year of Leonard Springs Nature Days. This program was developed to help kids learn about our environment while meeting state Science standards and getting them excited to pursue future career options in the life sciences. This year we will host nine 6th grade classes, more than 500 students, through an array of hands-on learning stations. To make this a quality, educational experience we need 16 volunteer facilitators per day.

Duties: If you are interested in helping to “Leave No Child Inside,” volunteer your time to facilitate one of ten stations focusing on karst topography, creek monitoring, wetland bird habitat, forest ecology, or soil composition. You do not need a strong science background to facilitate any of these stations, just an interest in the station topic or working with kids. A set of instructions, talking points and materials will be available to help you through the day, and we’ll offer volunteer training days to orient you to the program and address questions.
Program Time: 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
Training: Bloomington Parks and Recreation will provide a volunteer orientation for all station facilitators on March 21, 22, and 24th, times TBD. Plan to attend one of these to get the station basics and orient yourself with the park.
Location: City of Bloomington Leonard Springs Nature Park, 4685 S. Leonard Springs Rd.
Age of Volunteers: 18 yrs. and up
Number of Volunteers: 16 per day
Other: We ask that you sign up for the actual and rain dates that fit your schedule

If you would like to Get Involved please contact Kim Ecenbarger by phone: 349-3739 / email: ecenbark@bloomington.in.gov or visit our web page at http://bloomington.in.gov/parks/ to find out about other upcoming events or programs to get involved in.