 Book Sale Volunteers Needed
The non-profit Dare Literacy Council is preparing for our next Book Sale Fundraiser to be held Saturday, October 8 at Baum Senior Center in Kill Devil Hills. But, before the sale, we need a lot of help to prepare for this very important fundraiser. Proceeds from the book sale are our main source of income which allows us to keep our programs going. The DLC offers free tutoring for adults who wish to learn to read, improve reading or math skills, learn English or study for their GED.
If you can spare at least an hour of your time to help, we'd love to hear from you. If you are interested in volunteering, call the DLC at (252) 216-7773 or email us at dareliteracy@gmail.com. Thank you for helping the DLC with this very important event!
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Volunteer Opportunities Food Bank Volunteers in administrative, intake (working with our clients), warehouse (food sorting and packing), special projects (mailings). Volunteer information / orientation is held every Monday at 3:30 PM and every Wednesday at 9:00 AM. For more information or to reserve a spot for the orientation Contact Ms. Laura at 335-4035, Extension 105.
Lost Colony assist with office tasks, fundraising events, publicity appearances and opening night parties. Contact business office at 252-473-2127 ext. 222 Soaring 100. Centennial Celebration of Orville Wright's 1911 World Record Glider Flight, October 21-24, Volunteer Opportunities:
Register by position, day/date/ hours of availability or specialized skills or interest. Contact Karen Warlitner by e-mail or call 252-491-5165 Monday-Friday.
Kids' First: Volunteers needed to let groups or churches know we are available to speak at their meetings or other events. Fundraising. Board and Committee members.
Contact Kids First at (252) 338-5658.
Well Done: At home, online. Collect and post the Good Works in our Community. Contact nancy@obxcommongood.org Dare County Community Garden Gardeners are needed to help draw up and outline the layout of the garden, including where the planter boxes should be, what should be planted, planting the seeds and tending the garden. Contact: Kaitlyn hudgkm8@wfu.edu or (252) 489-1743. . Hands of Hope. A community initiative arising from a desire that no one walks a cancer journey alone. Volunteers help support cancer patients including transportation, meal preparation, care for the caregiver, patient companionship, running errands and publicity and promotion including speaking at churches, community events and healthcare screenings. Email: Marie Neilson, Volunteer Coordinator marie.neilson@theobh.com Phone: 252-216-9400
The Outer Banks Hospital Volunteer in Operating Room from 6am-10a.m. Monday thru Friday. Liaison between the Operating Room staff and the patient's family and friends. Contact Director of Volunteers, Kathy Tate at ktate@theobh.com or call 449-5675 Help protect and preserve the wild horses of the Currituck Outer Banks. Volunteers in stores, sanctuary patrol. volunteering in our mission related stores or for sanctuary patrol. Help kids of all ages create works of art. Have horse experience? Help with on and off-site horse activities. Contact: Karen McCalpin MANE & TAILL Volunteers: help provide educational programs for children and adults with special needs to learn horseback riding. Horse experience is not necessary, Email or call 489-1774
The Nature Conservancy, NC Chapter, Volunteers: to help restore oyster reef in the Pamlico Sound. Contact: Kate Murray,(252) 441-2525 www.nature.org/nhw Community Care Clinic. Volunteers: Wide variety of skill sets. Contact: 261-3041
 Children & Youth Partnership for Dare County: Caring volunteers to tutor at-risk preschool children using WINGS preschool literacy program. The typical time each week is 1-2 hours. Contact Carla Heppert at 441-0614 or wings@darekids.org.
Chicamacomico Station. Volunteers: full or part time docent, gift shop, or handson services such as electric, plumbing, painting, carpentry, restoration; professional services such as accounting, advertising, marketing, design & display, fund-raising, etc.Contact James Charlet 996-0493, or: clss@embarqmail.com. Children & Youth Partnership for Dare County: Caring volunteers to tutor at-risk preschool children using WINGS preschool literacy program. The typical time each week is 1-2 hours. Contact Carla Heppert at 441-0614 or wings@darekids.org.
Children at Play - the Outer Banks Children's Museum: Individuals in assisting in building, painting or creating new exhibits. Contact: 261 0290.
The Dare Literacy Council: Volunteers: fundraising, administrative tasks, publicity, and tutor/student support; to help with assessing students and developing tutor seminars. As little as one hour is a tremendous boost to helping the DLC continue to serve the community. Contact: Marian at 261-6940, or dareliteracy@gmail.com or visit dareliteracy.orgThe Albemarle Commission's Senior Nutrition Home Delivered Meals Program serves seniors 60 years or older, homebound and unable to prepare a nutritious meal. The program needs volunteers to deliver meals to seniors in Manteo and the beach area, Monday through Friday. If you can donate one hour a month in the fight against senior hunger by assisting with meal distribution, please contact Mary Jernigan at (252)475-5637 at the Baum Center or Gianinna Sanchez at (252)475-9279 at the Dare County Center. Respite Care: Volunteers, partnering church or civic / Community organization Contact, Stephanie Bowers, Program Coordinator at 475-5028.
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Volunteers needed for Currituck Kids Fun Day
  Volunteers are needed for set up, assist with different fun stations and event cleanup. To volunteer, contact April Bennett puhlshark@yahoo.com Cell 757-375-0488 John Rorer john@jrorer.com Cell 641-2597 |
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2011 Governor's Award For Volunteer Service
 "Countless North Carolinians dedicate their time to serving their communities, and too often their contributions go unrecognized," Governor Perdue stated "If you know someone who has made a difference in the lives of others, I encourage you to nominate them for the Governor's Volunteer Service Award. Let them know how much you value their dedication to service." Nomination Forms Are Now Available On The Dare County Website At Www.Darenc.Com Please Mail Or Return The Completed Forms To:
Governor's Awards
Po Box 1000
Manteo, Nc 27954
Dare Administration Building
957 Marshall C. Collins Drive
Youth Services, Room 228
Outer Banks Community Foundation
13 Skyline Road
Southern Shores, Nc 27949
Deadline For Submissions: Tuesday, November 1, 2011
For Information Or Questions, Please Contact Barbara Bingham At 261-8839
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Volunteers Needed for 5th Annual Duck Jazz Festival
 The 5th Annual Duck Jazz Festival is on Sunday, October 9, 2011 at the Duck Town Park, 1200 Duck Road. Volunteers are needed for assistance in all phases of the day including volunteer check in, set up, clean up, hospitality, logistics, merchandise sales, etc.
 Volunteers will work an approximate two-hour shift with the first shift beginning at 6:45 a.m. and the last shift ending at 7:00 p.m. Attendance at one of two mandatory pre-event meetings is required. The meetings are scheduled for Wednesday, September 21 at 6:00 p.m. and Wednesday, September 28 at 6:00 p.m. at the Town Administrative Office, 1240 Duck Road, Suite 106 (The Waterfront Shops).
If you are interested in volunteering to assist with the Duck Jazz Festival please call (252) 255-1234 or e-mail info@townofduck.com. For more information on the Duck Jazz Festival, visit duckjazz.com, become a fan of the Duck Jazz Festival on Facebook, follow us on Twitter at Duck Jazz Festival, or call (252) 255-1286.
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Pampered Chef Show benefits Alleycat Rescue
 Alleycat Rescue is inviting the public to a Pampered Chef show. Proceeds will be used to help homeless and abandon kittens. Pampered Chef offers high quality kitchen items in a fun atmosphere.
Wh ile we are enjoying our food we will be making money to feed the kittens! The Show will be 5:00pm - 7:00pm, August 18, at the Ramada Inn in Kill Devil Hills. |
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ICO is on the move.
 Interfaith Community Outreach (ICO) is relocating temporarily to the YMCA, located 3000 S. Croatan Highway in Nags Head as of Monday August 29th. To reach the ICO office, please use the side door in front of the Skate Park at the Y. ICO will be closed on Friday August 26th. Some time in the fall, ICO will move to the new Community Development Corporation Diamond Street Building in Nags Head.
Interfaith Community Outreach (ICO) provides direct services to people who are facing a temporary emergency crisis and makes referrals to people on the Outer Banks and surrounding areas who have no other place to turn for help. ICO is an interfaith organization of volunteers supported by 53 local FAITH COMMUNITIES AND LOCAL PARTNERS. If you are interested in volunteering or know of anyone who is facing a temporary emergency crisis, please call 480-0070.
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Drugs Exposed
The Outer Banks Hospital will hold a workshop on August 18 titled Drugs Exposed - a program for parents of pre-teens and teens. A free pro gram "Drugs-Exposed', facilitated by the Dare County Department of Public Health, will be held on August 18th. The Workshop looks into the teenage drug culture and presents parents with information they need to be vigilant.During the program, participants will be invited to take a look into a mock teenage bedroom to identify objects that may reveal potential drug experimentation or abuse. Drugs Exposed will also present an overview of current drug use trends and provide resources for parents and community members.
Drugs Exposed will take place on August 18 from 6:30-8:00pm in OBH's Education Suite, located in the Medical Office Building. For more information or to register for the free event, call 252-449-4516.
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Christian Music Summer Concert Series
Join host Kim Kalman on Monday evenings 7-8pm at the Good Life Eatery MP 4.5 on the by pass For the whole family featuring a different weekly act sharing Christian music - soloists to bands. Love offering proceeds will go to ICO (Interfaith Community Outreach) and our local Food Pantry. For more info call Kim at 252-489-8724.
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Yoga for Food Pantry
Outer Banks Yoga in Kitty Hawk offers a Karma Yoga Class every Sunday afternoon at 4pm at their studio. Karma yoga is the yoga of selfless service and in honoring that tradition the Students of all levels are welcome and are asked to bring a food donation for the benefit of the Food Pantry in Kitty Hawk.They are located on the beach road across from the Hilton Garden Inn, in the same shopping center as High Cotton restaurant. They have mats and props available for your use as well. If you have any questions, please email Michelle at michelle@outerbanksyoga.com.
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Using the CommonGood Calendar
Thanks to event planners and to Patty McKenna of the OBXCollaborative, the CommonGood Calendar is quickly becoming populated with all kinds of great events and activities. You can easily submit your event to be published.
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Click the button to fill out the friendly event suggestion form. The Submit button can be found in our newsletter, website or the Calendar itself. It is that simple, but if you need extra help, send an email with your event info to nancy@commongood.org. If you are interested in creating, editing, and deleting your own events, contact Patty McKenna to become a User.
Viewing the calendar is easy. The quickest way is to go to www.obxcommongood.org and click on the Calendar button. The Calendar has some extra features which you may find useful:
- Subscribe to the calendar, which means you will receive automatic updates via email.
- View and Print out the Calendar by Month, Week, or Listing
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