Special Events and One-Day Activities Volunteer Opportunities

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Montpelier Festival of Herbs, Tea and the Arts
Saturday, May 3, 2008 (volunteer shifts begin at 7:30 am and continue throughout the day)
Participants will discover the beautiful herb gardens, savor tea and enjoy the arts at this popular event for the whole family. Assist staff with set-up, children's activities, information booth, and in the historic kitchen reproduction; provide customer service to participants. Groups and families are encouraged.

Location:
Montpelier Mansion, 9650 Muirkirk Rd, Laurel, MD 20708

Title	Festival Event Aide
Qualifications/Requirements	Ages 14 and up Must be able to lift and bend Enjoy working with families and children Schedules vary with responsibilities
Contact	Holly Burnham, Ann Wagner or Mary Jurkiewicz, 301-953-1376

Senior Health and Fitness Day
Wednesday, May 21, 7:30 am-1 pm
Senior Health and Fitness day is a day for senior adults to engage in healthy living activities including fitness events, nutrition sessions and visit vendors who exhibit healthy lifestyle choices.

Location:
Wayne K. Curry Sports and Learning Complex
8001 Sherriff Rd., Landover, MD 20785

Title	Ambassador
Duties/Responsibilities	Direct participants to different events; assist with registration and man some exhibits.
Requirements	ages 18 and up; good customer service; ability to help others who have special needs. Brief orientation from 7:30-8 am.
Contact	Derrick Clement, 301-583-2570

Dance Recital
Sunday, May 25, 10 am-5 pm
Dance participants will perform dance routines to audience of all ages.

Location:
Bowie High School Auditorium
15200 Annapolis Rd., Bowie, MD 20715

Title	ushers, ticket takers, stage hands, help dancers prepare for dance routines.
Requirements	ages 13 and up; good customer service; ability to help others; wear white top and black pants. Group volunteers welcome.
Contact	Chick Katz, 301-464-3725