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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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 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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Free Health Screenings
 Farm Bureau is providing FREE health screenings at the following locations:- Hertford - Food Lion, Aug 24, 10-6pm
- Camden County High School, Aug 23, 10-6pm
- Grandy - Hardee's, Aug 31, 10-6pm
- Elizabeth City, Waterfront Park, Sept 9, 10-6pm
Screenings offered: Cholesterol, Blood Glucose, Blood Pressure, BMI, Bone Density, Visual Field [Camden], Lung Function [Hertford], Vascular Ultrasound [EC], Skin Damage Assessment [Grandy.
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For more information contact
Lisa Phillips, Youth Tobacco Prevention Coordinator
Dare, Hyde & Currituck Counties
252-475-5077 - work
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GEM Center Provides Caring Effectively Course
 The GEM Center, a non-profit organization providing dementia care, education and support within the OBX community will present a six week class "Caring Effectively." Designed for family care givers as well as health professionals, the course has been well received within the Alzheimer research community.
Lisa P. Gwyther, education director for the Bryan Alzheimer's Disease Re-search Center at Duke University has praised "Caring Effectively" curriculum, calling the series of classes "rich, practical and comprehensive." Each two hour session will address a specific aspect of providing effective care to the elderly especially those who suffer from dementia.
 Topics include understanding the progression of the disease, how to communicate effectively at each stage of the dis-ease, examples of successful behav-ioral interventions and choosing a caregiver. The course is designed by GEM Executive Director. Interested participants may receive certification from Alzheimer's North Carolina Inc. for an additional $10.00.Pre-registration is suggested call Gail Sonnesso at 252-480-3354
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Volunteeers Needed for Friends of Youth
 Dare County Friends of Youth mentoring program is in need of caring adult volunteers to mentor at-risk young people in the community. Volunteers spend a minimum of eight hours a month with a youth for at least one year, participating in activities that build confidence, social skills, and friendship.
The Friends of Youth program also offers several group activities and community service projects each year, giving mentors an opportunity to network with other mentors, and youths an opportunity to interact with their peers.
 Our next training session for new volunteers is scheduled for the evening of Thursday, October 20, 2011. For more information on how you can become a Friends of Youth volunteer mentor, please call Program Coordinator Bonnie Bennett at 475-5753 or Program Assistant Jennifer Wooten at 475-5754.
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Silent Auction to be held at the Dare County Center
 Come and join us at the Dare County Center on Tuesday, August 30th from 9:00 am until 2:30pm. All proceeds from the Silent Auction will help fund picture framing of historic Outer Banks photographs, the annual toy drive, monthly community potluck dinners, and our annual volunteer celebration. Some of the items in the auction include: Original artwork by Tracy Bell, Hudson Williams, and John White. Suzy Barrett Art, Jewelry by Karen Brown, Jewelry by Denise Turner, Wanchese Trawl Goods, Black and Decker Hedge Trimmer and Lawn Edger, Fishing Poles, Gift Certificates from Lone Cedar, Sugar Creek, Millers Restaurant, Great Gut Deli, La Dolce Vita, Old Towne Creamery and more. Hope to see you all! For more information, please call the Center at 252-475-9270. |
Outer Banks Triathlon to Benefit Dare Education Foundation
and Outer Banks Relief Foundation
 Don't miss out on a great weekend of fun on the Outer Banks! September is one of the best times of year to visit our area...the kids are in school, the temps have dropped a bit and the hussle-and-bustle of summertime vacationing has eased up.
 The 2011 Outer Banks Triathlon is a two-day event featuring the Half Distance and Olympic races on Saturday, September 10th, and the Sprint Distance on Sunday, September 11th. The Outer Banks Triathlon will start and finish next to Dare County Regional Airport and the NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island. The swim portion is located at the Old Swimming Hole location next to the a irport. The swim will start at the Old Swimming Hole location next to the airport. The swim will be in the Croatan Sound, which is brackish water. The swim exit will be via boat ramp and roughly 75 yards to the transition area. The bike will be an out-and-back course on 64, over the Mann's Harbor Bridge, with one rolling hill, and into Mashoes. The running portions of the three races will be out-and-back courses through the airport, through Mother Vineyard and along the bike path to Heritage Point subdivision.
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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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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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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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Using the CommonGood Calendar
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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:
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