Schedule of past year 2000 meetings, projects and social events

July - December 2000

JULY 2000    Back To Top
July Meeting
TBA    
July Socials
Thursday
July 6
6:00pm (after fireworks)

Ages 40+

Music in Plymouth

Highway 55 & Plymouth Blvd.

Please join us at the annual Music in Plymouth celebration on Thursday, July 6th (rain date is Wed. 7/12). The website to check is www.ci.plymouth.mn.us, click Events on the top line, then Music in Plymouth. There should be someone there from SVTC 40+ by 6:00 p.m. Music will be provided by the several groups, including White Sidewalls, with the Minnesota Orchestra at 8:45 p.m. Fireworks at dusk. The fireworks have been wonderful in the past – certainly rivaling any in the Twin Cities. Bring your chairs or blankets, a simple snack to share and beverage of your choice. And for the card night enthusiasts, a few decks of cards (UNO) and a Scrabble game might even find their way to the event. Feel free to bring whatever game you feel might work considering the relatively crowded outdoor setting. We will have a neon yellow tagboard sign to identify the group. Please wear your nametag. RSVP’s are not mandatory, but helpful. Contact Cindy at cindyarlt@yahoo.com. If you have any comments, questions, or ideas for future activities, please contact any of the following committee members:

Cindy at cindyarlt@yahoo.com
Bernie at b.zembal@worldnet.att.net
Khalouk at Mnplym@aol.com
Mary Kaye at marykayebecker@aol.com
Cecilia at cecilia.grafsgaard@mail.va.gov

Sunday
July 16
4:00pm - 6:30pm

All Ages

Stevie Ray's Improv Troupe Comedy show

Lake Harriet Rose Garden (Roseway Road and East Lake

Harriet Parkway) Minneapolis

Weather Permitting

We will meet at 4:00 pm (look for the SVTC leader holding a sign) and listen to Stevie Ray's Improv Troupe Comedy show at Lake Harriet. The show lasts about an hour and admission is free. Once the show is over, we will walk around Lake Harriet (approx. 3 miles).

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up Form. 

No need to sign up to participate in this event.  If you have any questions, contact LouAnn at: LouAnn.Hilst@co.hennepin.mn.us

Wednesday
July 19

6:30pm-9:30pm

All Ages

 

Bowling Night

Park Tavern

3401 Louisiana Avenue South, St. Louis Park 

 

Cost: $20.00 - Will include a prime rib dinner buffet, bowling and shoes. Details: We will be able to bowl for two hours with the arrangements provided. Anyone requiring a special dietary menu can e-mail Gerhart directly and he will assist you. In order to reserve a spot you must e-mail Gerhart at gerhart@uswest.net and prepay for your reservation. Send your checks to Gerhart at: Gerhart Thompson, 3900 Plymouth Blvd., #103, Plymouth, MN 55446.

No pay, no play! There is room for as many as we want. We need final numbers by July 1st. If you're a member of the DOM Group, please go to the poll to sign up.

Thursday
July 20
5:00 - 7:00pm

Ages 30 - 39

 

Happy Hour

Sweeny's
96 Dale Street North, Saint Paul

 

If you are between the ages of 30-39, please join us for fun and frolics at Sweeney's. Let's meet on the patio (behind the building). If inclement weather, we will meet in the backroom at the end of the bar. Sweeney's is located off of I-94 and the Dale Street exit towards Summit and Grand Avenues. You can get specific directions on www.mapquest.com

Please RSVP to Patricia.McElhone@Cignabehavioral.com by Thursday, July 13th.

Friday
July 28
5:30pm  - ?
Eat a burger -- Support SVTC!

Fuddrucker's
just north of 494 on France.

Come to the official SVTC Happy Hour social at Fuddrucker's and support your volunteer organization! Fudd's is going to donate a portion of what we spend back to SVTC.  If 50 people show up, we get 10% of the checks rebated to SVTC.  If 100 people show up, we get 15%. So, the more the merrier!  (This does not mean a discount on your check!) Fudd's has plenty to offer for the less carnivorous diner -- garden burgers, salads, fish and quesadias.  Fudd's also has a full bar and ice cream parlor with some of the best malts in town. All age groups welcome. Bring your friends...bring your friend's friends. All you have to do is show up, have a good time, drop a few pesos and you will help support SVTC.

If you plan to attend, please email Mac at media601@yahoo.com so we can get an idea on how many people to expect.  Be there or be square.

Saturday
July 29
10:00am - ?
SVTC Valleyfair Day We are meeting at the front gate at 10:00 am and will go in together. 

Please RSVP to gerhart@uswest.net via email. Be sure to only put the letters RSVP - VF in the subject of your email and then forward your payment for the discount tickets to: Gerhart Thompson, 3900 Plymouth Blvd, #103, Plymouth, MN 55446. 

All additional questions about this activity will be answered by Kristin at Kristinwise@yahoo.com or Cindy at Mousehugs@aol.com.

Admission gives you unlimited use of all rides and attractions plus spectacular live entertainment and Whitewater Country Waterpark (it does not include the Rock or Challenge Park). Adult tickets (48" or taller) $20.25; 4 years old and up to 48" tall $7.95; 60 years+ $7.95; 3 years and younger are free. Family and Friends are welcome to join in the fun and the discount price on the tickets. Please send your money no later than July 22nd. Bring a picnic lunch and we will meet at 12:30 at the picnic grounds and plan a couple of event meetings for later in the day, such as at the Johnny Holms show.

Sunday
July 30
11:30am - 2pm

Ages 40+

 

Sunday Brunch Cruise

Afton Princess cruise on the St. Croix

Hudson, Wisconsin

 

This is open to the public. Boat leaves from Hudson. Directions: Take I-94 to Exit 1 in Hudson, go north to the 2nd stoplight. Turn left onto Walnut Street and you will be able to see the "AFTON PRINCESS". Parking is in the Hudson Bandshell parking lot. Boarding starts at 11:30, Boat leaves at Noon, and returns at 2 P.M. Cost is $23.00 and everybody pays when they make their own reservation, so have your credit card handy when you call them at 651-436-8883. Open Bar is available. If you have questions, or would like to let us know that you called in your reservation, please contact Greg at gray@iwon.com.
July Projects
Saturday
July 1
3:00pm - 7:00pm

All Ages

St. Paul Jaycees

Taste of MN Beer Booth

St. Paul Capitol Area
Downtown St. Paul

Come out and help the St. Paul Jaycees raise funds by pouring beer at the Taste of Minnesota. We need 8-10 volunteers. You will get to enjoy the free concerts and fireworks. There are also plenty of breaks so you can enjoy the great food from over 50 food booths. Wear comfortable shoes and dress appropriately for the weather - it is usually hot for the Taste of Minnesota.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Jeff at: jjm@ann.skypoint.net

Saturday
July 1
7:00pm - 11:00pm

Ages 21-40

St. Paul Jaycees

Taste of Minnesota Beer Booth

St. Paul Capitol Area, Downtown St. Paul

Come out and help the St. Paul Jaycees raise funds by pouring beer at the Taste of Minnesota. We need 10 volunteers. You will get to enjoy the free concerts and fireworks. There are also plenty of breaks so you can enjoy the great food from over 50 food booths. Wear comfortable shoes and dress appropriately for the weather - it is usually hot for the Taste of Minnesota.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Jeff at: JeffS@hypropumps.com

Saturday
July 8
8:30am - 12:30pm

All Ages

Books for Africa

Saint Paul Warehouse, 253 East 4th Street, Saint Paul

We need 12 volunteers to help sort, catalog, and pack text or library books by category and education level at their newly expanded Saint Paul warehouse. A quick training session will be given when we arrive. Some lifting will be required. Optional lunch afterward. "Books for Africa from People in America that are just like us" has collected, sorted, shipped, and distributed over 4 million donated books to children in Africa.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Kari at: krosand@hotmail.com

Saturday
July 8
9:00am - 12:00pm

Ages 21 - 42

The Triplet Connection

National Convention: TC 2000

Children's Activities

Northland Inn
Highway 169 & I-94, Brooklyn Park

The Triplet Connection provides vital information, encouragement, resources and networking opportunities to families who are expecting triplets, quadruplets, quintuplets or more. The Triplet Connection's national convention, TC 2000, is a 3-day event being held at the Northland Inn this year. Saturday morning, children will enjoy many activities, including a variety of entertainment and age-appropriate play groups. Adults and teens will have the opportunity to participate in workshops, learning and sharing valuable resources and information. 16 volunteers are needed to help with the children's activities.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Tim at: tim.kivlin@attws.com

Saturday
July 8

6:30am - 11:00am
(Hours subject to change, but this will be a morning event.)

Ages 38+

Arthritis Foundation
Norman Conquest

General Race Duties

Normandale Community College

9700 France Avenue South, Bloomington

10 volunteers needed to assist with general race duties, like passing out water or assisting at the finish line. Proceeds from this particular event benefit the Arthritis Foundation specifically. Its mission is to fund research and provide programs and support to over 781,000 Minnesotans living with arthritis.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Tina at: TINA.CHAPPEN@prodigy.net

Sunday
July 9

Shift One:
8:00am-1:00pm

All Ages


Shift Two:
1:00pm-6:00pm

Ages 21-35


Shift Three:
1:00pm-6:00pm

Ages 35+


Shift Four:
3:00pm - 8:00pm

All Ages

Tanqueray's Twin Cities-Chicago AIDS Ride 5

Day Zero

Concordia University
275 N Syndicate St, (Highway 94 and Hamline Avenue), St. Paul

15 volunteers needed for EACH shift. Each shift will help with bike parking, registration or traffic control. 1,750+ bicyclists will be starting their 5-day, 500-mile trek Sunday to raise money for various AIDS organizations: Agape Home/Agape Dos, Archdiocese AIDS Ministry, Clare Housing, Grace House, Hope House, Open Arms of Minnesota and Samaritan HIV/AIDS Services Inc.

Volunteers are requested to attend an orientation (but it is not mandatory): Friday, July 7, 7:30pm, EM Pearson Theatre, Concordia University, 312 Hamline Avenue North, Saint Paul.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing:

Shift One, All Ages: Barb at:  barb_cygan@entegris.com

Shift Two, Ages 21-35: Wanda at: wandald@yahoo.com

Shift Three, Ages 35+: Nancy at: njt61@hotmail.com

Shift Four, All Ages: Dave at: dsegel@pclink.com

Saturday
July 15
9:00am - noon

All Ages

Adopt-A-Highway

County Road 61, Maple Grove

Single Volunteers have adopted a section of County Road 61 (near the Perkins on I-94 and County Road 61), in Maple Grove, as a part of Hennepin County's "Adopt-a-Highway Program." 16 volunteers needed to clean-up County Road 61 from County Road 10 to County Road 130 in Maple Grove. After the event, lunch at Famous Dave's in Maple Grove!

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Lynn at: lish7@aol.com

Saturday
July 15
9:00am - 12:00 Noon

Ages 38+

American Diabetes Association

Holiday Program

680 Mendelssohn Avenue, Golden Valley

Have you ever wanted to celebrate Christmas in July? Now's your chance!  8 volunteers needed to get a jump on ADA's Christmas card orders.  Standing required.  American Diabetes Association strives to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of people affected by diabetes.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Jeff at: jjm@ann.skypoint.net

Saturday
July 15

Shift #1
9:00am - 11:00am

Ages 30 - 39


Shift #2
4:30pm - 9:00pm

Ages 40+

Brain Injury Association of MN

Food for Thought: An Evening at Morgan Downs

15th Annual Garden Party

Lake Minnetonka

Shift #1: We need 10 people to help set up this auction. A continental breakfast will be provided.

Shift #2: We need 10 people to run the auction check out. The leader and another volunteer would need to arrive at 3:30pm to be trained in advance on the check out procedure so that they can train the others.

The Brain Injury Association of Minnesota is a non-profit community resource that serves the 94,000 Minnesotans living with all types of brain injury, their loved ones, and the professionals who serve them. In 2000, the Association will connect 3000 persons living with brain injury and their loved ones to critical information and resources that allow them to improve their quality of life. The goal of this auction is to raise $100,000 for this organization. It is anticipated that 300-400 people will attend the event.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing:

Shift 1, Ages 30-39, Melinda: melinda.smith@merrillcorp.com

Shift 2, Ages 40+, Cindy: cindyarlt@yahoo.com

Sunday
July 16
10:00am - 11:30am

All Ages

New Members Only

St Paul Park Cleanup

Crosby Park (Shepard Road and West 7th),  St. Paul

 

We need 10-12 volunteers to help clean up the park. This event is for NEW MEMBERS ONLY (those that have not participated in an SVTC volunteer project yet). We recommend that you wear gardening or work gloves. Directions to a specific meeting spot will be e-mailed to all participants.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Jim at: haugeeng@pressenter.com

Tuesday
July 18
4:00/5:00pm - 8:00pm

All Ages

 

Cornerhouse
Fundraiser

Metrodome (outside)
Minneapolis

We need 15 - 20 volunteers to help Cornerhouse with their fundraiser. At least 8 volunteers need to arrive by 4:00pm and the remainder by 5:00pm. We will help serve food (divine swine pig roast, hot dogs, beverages, etc.). Volunteers will be able to eat the same food they serve. Parking is usual to a ballgame. Cornerhouse provides investigative interviews and medical exams for children who report sexual abuse or have witnessed a violent crime.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Karen at: karen.j.lashbrook@norwest.com

Wednesday
July 19
6:30pm - 9:30pm

All Ages

Saint Paul Jaycees

Tunnel of Terror

Crosby Farm Road, Saint Paul

10 volunteers needed to wear old clothes and help take out old Halloween sets.  Proceeds from Tunnel of Terror support projects produced by the Jaycees.  The Jaycees provide  experience and leadership opportunities to young adults through community service projects.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Melinda at: melinda.smith@merrillcorp.com

Thursday
July 20
5:00pm - 9:00pm

All Ages

Brush with Kindness, A Habitat for Humanity project

St. Paul location

Location and details to be announced. Painting prep and other minor maintenance to an owner-occupied house as part of a neighborhood revitalization effort of Habitat for Humanity.  16 volunteers to help prepare the house for a full work day on July 22nd.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Steve at steve.kelley@rcmt.com

Saturday
July 22
9:00am - 4:00pm

All Ages

Brush with Kindness, A Habitat for Humanity project

St. Paul location

Location and details to be announced. Painting and other minor maintenance to an owner-occupied house as part of a neighborhood revitalization effort of Habitat. 20 volunteers needed to do exterior painting, and possible minor maintenance.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Stephanie at swaisanen@uswest.net

Saturday
July 22
6:00pm - 8:30pm

Ages 40+

Simpson House
Homeless Shelter

2740 1st Avenue South, Minneapolis

We need 16 -18 volunteers to cook and serve dinner (buffet style) for the homeless.  We will also be cleaning up afterward.  The project leader will bring the food and each volunteer will donate $5.00 toward the cost of the food.  This is a very easy and rewarding experience.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Bernie at Bzembal00@aol.com

Saturday
July 22
11:00am - 3:00pm

Ages 21-40

Perspectives, Inc.
Painting in the Park

Ainsworth Park
28th & Quebec Avenue, St. Louis Park

10 volunteers needed to paint the shelter at the park with Perspectives, Inc.'s clientele. All supplies provided. No experience necessary. The shelter is used for serving lunch during their summer programs. Perspectives, Inc. is committed to providing prevention, intervention and recovery services to high-risk families. Their mission is to provide families with opportunities to enact positive changes by building on their strengths and assets.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Melinda at melinda.smith@merrillcorp.com

Tuesday
July 25
5:15 - ??

All Ages

Children's Home Society of Minnesota

Parking at the Saint Paul Saints Game

1771 Energy Park Drive, Saint Paul

6 volunteers needed to park cars prior to the Saints game.  Proceeds go to Children's Home Society.  Tickets will be available to the game.  The Saints are playing the Black Wolves from Madison.  Children's Home Society of Minnesota is committed to helping children thrive; to building and sustaining safe, loving families; and to providing opportunities for individual growth.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Cindy at mousehugs@aol.com

Thursday
July 27
5:45pm - 8:30pm

All Ages

People Serving People

Thursday Night Field Trip

Children's Program

Meeting Location:
400 South 10th Street, Minneapolis

16 - 20 volunteers needed to assist with the children's activity. Each volunteer will be responsible for 1 or 2 children throughout the evening. A bus will transport all the volunteers and children to an off-site location. Duties include making sure your assigned child(ren) get on and off the bus, helping them throughout the activity, and having fun! 

This is a great event for you if you've ever wanted a chance to make a difference directly in someone else's life. People Serving People (PSP) provides Thursday night activities during the summer at their location. However, on our night, you and the children will get to enjoy something great because SVTC has offered to volunteer. 

Volunteers will be escorting the children from Minneapolis to The Works at Southdale. The Works is a dynamic, "hands-on, minds-on" museum that makes learning about science and technology interesting, understandable and fun.

While visiting, you can play a harp with strings of light, build huge structures & cars big enough to ride in, and much more! The children's ages will range from 6 years old to 17 years old depending on the activity. With a nightly capacity of 400 people, PSP is the largest provider of emergency housing in the region and is dedicated to assisting their clients regain their stability.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Jenny at jberger@gateway.net

Saturday
July 29
10:00am - 1:00pm

All Ages

ARC Hennepin County
Sort-a-thon

Value Village Brooklyn Center
6330 Brooklyn Blvd, Brooklyn Center

16 volunteers needed to unpack, sort and tag donated clothing at ARC's newest location. ARC's mission is to secure for all people with mental retardation and related developmental disabilities and their families the opportunity to choose and realize their goals of where and how they live, learn, work and play by providing programs, services, community education and family support.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Lee at leehoward99@hotmail.com

Saturday
July 29
11:00am - 3:00pm

All Ages

Volunteers of America
Senior Resources Division

Ice Cream Social and Bingo

Senior Center
311 University Ave NE, Minneapolis

8 - 10 volunteers needed to spend one-to-one time with a senior citizen. Volunteers will be preparing hamburgers and the seniors will be bringing the side dishes. After lunch, volunteers will be running and playing bingo with the seniors. The senior resource division of Volunteers of America strives to enable older people in our community to live independently with dignity and purpose.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Daphne at dacoam@uswest.net

Saturday
July 29
9:00am - Noon

Ages 35+

Hearing and Service Dogs of MN

Help with Kennels

2537 - 25th Avenue South, Minneapolis

We need 6 volunteers to help move dog kennel panels, set up a canvas canopy over a dog run, and set up connecting panels to an already existing run. HSDM provides dogs to people that are hearing impaired and disabled. Often the dogs they train are from animal shelters.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Jim at haugeeng@pressenter.com

AUGUST 2000
August Meeting
Thursday
August 10
6:30pm - 7:15pm

New Members

New Members

Meeting

Ridgedale Regional Library - Minnetonka

Ridgedale Road and Plymouth Road, Minnetonka

Are you a NEW MEMBER? If so, meet with us at the Ridgedale Regional Library  (just south of Ridgedale). The purpose of the meeting is to introduce you to other members and to answer any questions you might have about SVTC.

Go west on 394 to Plymouth Road. Take a left at the top of the ramp, and go past Ridgedale! Look for the LIBRARY. It will be on Ridgedale Drive and Plymouth Road. (Left turn off of Plymouth Road). Our meeting room is on 1st floor. Follow the signs.

Following the meeting we will have an orientation meeting starting at 7:30pm for anyone SIGNED UP to volunteer for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 12th Annual Corporate Sports Challenge, on August 20th. Signup for the Sports Challenge will open approx 3 weeks before the event. 

No need to RSVP for the general meeting. If you have questions, please contact Nancy at svnancy@aol.com

August Socials
Friday
August 11
7:30pm

Ages 40+

Brave New Workshop "WHO WANTS TO MARRY A SURVIVOR."

3001 Hennepin Avenue So. (Lake & Hennepin), Minneapolis

The Star Tribune recently called this "A CLEVER REPACKAGING OF GREATEST-HITS SKITS." Join the 40+ group for enjoyable and affordable entertainment at 7:30pm on Friday, August 11, at Calhoun Square. Ticket cost is $16. Please call the theater directly at 612-332-6620 to purchase your ticket. There are no assigned seats, so we will meet in the lobby (look for the SVTC sign) and hopefully be able to sit together. Optional visit to the Smiling Moose afterwards for drinks, coffee, dessert.

After you reserve your ticket, please contact Barbara at Barbara.Weinrich@norwest.com to let her know you plan to attend. Hope to see you there.

Saturday
August 19
Before 7:00pm
Tailgate Party and Saints Game

Midway Stadium, St. Paul

Tickets are now available for the 7:00 p.m. St. Paul Saints game. We will have a BBQ prior to the game in the Midway Stadium parking lot. Cost is $10 for food and ticket. 

If you would like a ticket, please send an e-mail to Wanda at svtcwanda@yahoo.com. You will receive a confirmation e-mail with an address in which to send a $10 check (payable to SVTC) and a self-addressed, stamped envelope. This check MUST be received within one week, or your name will be removed from the list and your ticket given to somebody else.

This event is for SVTC members only – no guests or family members.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event simply by e-mailing the event leader. 

We will have equal numbers of men and women for this event.

Thursday
August 24
5:30pm – 7:30pm
Nikki’s Café

107 3rd Avenue North, Minneapolis

Please come join us for another evening of fun and socializing at Nikki’s Café just on the outskirts of downtown Minneapolis. We will be located in the bar area – just look for the big group of people. We will also try and have some signs. If you have any questions, please e-mail Wanda at WandaLD@yahoo.com or Lynn (our awesome hostess and organizer of this event!) at lish7@aol.com
Sunday
August 25
8:30am - 6:00 pm
 

 

 

Canoe Trip

Taylors Falls

St. Croix River
Join other SVTC adventurers for a day in the wilderness! We will float/paddle downstream from Interstate Park just south of Taylors Falls, to William O'Brien State Park. The leisurely trip will take about 5 hours, including stops for swimming, lunch, and playing with the local wildlife - bears, moose, and caribou, and maybe even a chipmunk or most likely turtles, dragonflies and flying bugs. Cost is $30 per canoe, two people per canoe ($15 each) - pay at time of rental. We will be carpooling from Maplewood Mall if anyone is interested. For more details on reservations, directions, carpooling, contacts, and RSVP address, go to http://opconx.com/canoefest2002/
Wednesday
August 30
6:30pm
(by the entrance)
Plymouth Cinema 12 Please join other SVTC members for the monthly movie night at the Plymouth Cinema 12 theatre. Plan to meet in front of the entrance at 6:30 to pick a movie. After the movie, please plan to meet at a location to be determined for food, drinks and socializing.

If you have any questions, please e-mail Wanda at WandaLD@yahoo.com

August Projects
Tuesday
August 1
6:00pm - 8:00pm

All Ages

Perspectives, Inc.

Transitional Housing Program

National Night Out

Saint Louis Park location (exact address provided to volunteers)

10 volunteers needed to assist with games for the children and food for all.  The Transitional Housing Program provides shelter to about 30 women and their children breaking free from homelessness.  The 17th annual "National Night Out" is a community crime prevention program sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch, Inc.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Cindy mousehugs@aol.com

Wednesday
August 2
5:30pm - 9:00pm

All Ages

Children's Home Society

Befriender Program
Summer Picnic

Falcon Heights Community Park

Southeast corner of Cleveland Avenue & Roselawn Avenue, Falcon Heights

20 volunteers needed to staff the summer picnic. Volunteers will be assisting with setup, cooking, crafts for children, playground supervision, and cleanup. The Befriender Program matches single mothers with mentors from around the Twin Cities. Children's Home Society of Minnesota is committed to helping children thrive; to building and sustaining safe, loving families; and to providing opportunities for individual growth.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Lisa and Kari at LISA.SARTWELL@co.hennepin.mn.us

Thursday
August 3
7:00pm - 12:00 Midnight

All Ages

Illusion Theatre
Opening Night Reception

Punch in America

528 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis

6 volunteers needed to staff the bar and food tables during the opening night reception. Volunteers are asked to wear black pants with a white or black shirt. Illusion Theater's mission is to create theater that illuminates the human condition by addressing the illusions, myths, and realities of our times; and to use the power of theater as a catalyst for personal and social change.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Jennifer at jberger@gateway.net

Saturday
August 5

Shift #1
9th Green
9:00am - 2:00pm

All Ages


Shift #2
9th Green
11:00am - 4:30pm (approx)

All Ages


Shift #3
17th Fairway
10:00am - 2:00pm

Ages 30+


Shift #4
17th Fairway
11:00am - 4:30pm (approx)

Ages 30+


Shift #5
10th Tee
11:00am - 4:30pm (approx)

Ages 30 - 39

Ronald McDonald House

Burnet Senior Classic
Concession Stand

Bunker Hills Golf Course, Coon Rapids

We need 13 - 15 volunteers per shift to help work concession stands to raise money for the Ronald McDonald House (Shift #1 - #4 needs 13 volunteers, Shift #5 needs 15 volunteers). Food/drinks will be provided for the volunteers. Volunteers can wear whatever is comfortable for the day. We will be working under tents. This is a rain or shine event. Ronald McDonald House will provide name tags. Passes to the event will be provided so volunteers can come early or stay after to see some golf and the festivities.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing:

Shift 1 (All Ages) - Elaine at: grittnee@alpa.org

Shift 2 (All Ages) - Rosalie at: rosalie.craig@attws.com

shift 3 (All Ages) - Ann at: avcarlso@isd.net

Shift 4 (Ages 30+) - Raymond at: raymond@ray-net.com

Shift 5 (Ages 30-39) - Gerhart at: gerhart@uswest.net

 

 

Saturday
August 5

Start Time: 8:30am - 9:00am
End Time: 12:30pm

All Ages

Shakopee Derby Days
Parade Assistance

Shakopee Public Utilities Building

1030 East 4th Avenue, Shakopee

10 volunteers needed to help make Shakopee's Derby Days' Parade a success. Volunteers will be checking-in parade participants and helping everyone get lined up correctly. Juice and doughnuts will be provided. Derby Days promotes historic Shakopee and long-time businesses.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing tim.kivlin@attws.com

Sunday
August 6

Shift #1
9th Green
9:00am - 2:00pm

All Ages


Shift #2
9th Green
11:00am - 4:30pm (approx)

All Ages


Shift #3
17th Fairway
10:00am - 2:00pm

Ages 21 - 40


Shift #4
17th Fairway
11:00am - 4:30pm (approx)

All Ages


Shift #5
10th Tee
11:00am - 4:30pm (approx)

All Ages

First Come, First Serve - Not necessarily 50/50

Ronald McDonald House

Burnet Senior Classic
Concession Stand

Bunker Hills Golf Course, Coon Rapids

We need 13 - 15 volunteers per shift to help work concession stands to raise money for the Ronald McDonald House (Shift #1 - #4 needs 13 volunteers, Shift #5 needs 15 volunteers). Food/drinks will be provided for the volunteers. Volunteers can wear whatever is comfortable for the day. We will be working under tents. This is a rain or shine event. Ronald McDonald House will provide name tags. Passes to the event will be provided so volunteers can come early or stay after to see some golf and the festivities.

Shift 1 (All Ages) - Cindy at: Cynthia_A_Herrman@reliantenergy.com

Shift 2 (All Ages) - Dave at: dbsegelstrom@yahoo.com

Shift 3 (Ages 21-40) - Gerhart at: gerhart@uswest.net

Shift 4 (All Ages) - Paula at: psm470@aol.com

Shift 5 (All Ages) - Lindy at: lindyedwards@earthlink.net                   

 

Sunday
August 6
6:30am - 10:30am

All Ages

Arthritis Foundation

Hennepin Lakes Classic

Lake Calhoun (southwest side)

Minneapolis

20 volunteers needed to assist with various race duties. Arthritis Foundation promotes its Joints in Motion Program around the Twin Cities at various events. Its mission is to fund research and provide programs and services to over 781,000 Minnesotans living with arthritis.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Dave at dscanlon@mindspring.com

Thursday
August 10
5:45pm - 8:30pm

All Ages

People Serving People

Thursday Night Field Trip

Children's Program

Meeting Location:
400 South 10th Street, Minneapolis

16 - 20 volunteers needed to assist with the children's activity. Each volunteer will be responsible for 1 or 2 children throughout the evening. A bus will transport all the volunteers and children to an off-site location. 

Duties include making sure your assigned children) get on and off the bus, helping them throughout the activity, and having fun! This is a great event for you if you've ever wanted a chance to make a difference directly in someone else's life. People Serving People (PSP) provides Thursday night activities during the summer at their location. However, on our night, you and the children will get to enjoy something great because SVTC has offered to volunteer. 

Volunteers will be escorting the children from Minneapolis to a nearby roller skating rink. You may participate in this event whether or not you roller skate. The children's ages will range from 6 years old to 17 years old depending on the activity. With a nightly capacity of 400 people, PSP is the largest provider of emergency housing in  he region and is dedicated to assisting their clients regain their stability.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Lisa at lisa.sartwell@co.hennepin.mn.us

Saturday
August 12

10:00am - 2:00pm

Ages 30-45

Adult Special Services
Volunteers of America

"Adopt-a-Room"
Interior Painting

Portland House
1536 Portland Avenue, Saint Paul

10 volunteers requested to paint 1 or 2 interior rooms. No experience necessary. All supplies furnished. Snacks and beverages provided. Portland House, a supported living services home, offers adults with developmental disabilities a variety of supports to achieve self independence. Volunteers of America enriches the lives of their program participants and makes a significant difference in the communities in which they serve.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Daphne at dacoam@uswest.net

Saturday
August 12
9:00am - 12:30pm

All Ages

Arcola Mills Center
Restoration Assistance

Stillwater

Saint Croix River

12 - 16 volunteers needed to assist with a walking path by putting in wood chips. Arcola Mills Center is in the process of restoring a mansion, building a museum about life in the 1800s, and building walking paths around the surrounding areas. Bring a bag lunch since volunteers will be able to eat at a private spot along the river.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Jim at haugeeng@pressenter.com

Saturday
August 12
10:00am - Noon

Ages 35+

St Paul Park Cleanup

Lilydale Park (I-35E and Hwy 13), St. Paul

We need 15-20 volunteers to help clean up the park. St. Paul will provide the trash bags. We recommend that you wear gardening or work gloves and long pants if it is not too hot. Directions to a specific meeting spot will be e-mailed to all participants. Optional lunch afterwards. Signup is first come first serve and not necessarily 50% men/50% women.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Melinda at melinda.smith@merrillcorp.com

Saturday
August 12
9:30am - 12:30pm

Ages 21 - 35

Kids Cafe
Painting Project

Perspectives, Inc.
3381 Gorham Avenue, St. Louis Park

10 volunteers needed to repaint tables and chairs that Kids Cafe uses at Perspectives, Inc. All supplies will be provided. No experience necessary. The chairs and tables will be painted in bright colors to appeal to the children. The table tops have plates, napkins, glasses, etc. painted on them to help children learn how to set the table. Kids Cafe provides after school programs at Perspectives, Inc. and 7 Boys & Girls Clubs around the Twin Cities.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Jeff at JeffS@hypropumps.com

Sunday
August 13
11:30am - 2:00pm

Ages 21-35

House of Charity
Noon meal

714 Park Avenue South, Minneapolis

 

Six to Eight volunteers needed to help serve the Noon meal to the general public. House of Charity has a "no questions asked" policy and provides lunch for about 200 people a day. Participants in the House of Charity's residential program will also help serve lunch. The morning will begin with a participant sharing his story.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Stephanie at swaisanen@uswest.net

Sunday
August 13

Shift 1
9am - 1pm

All Ages


Shift 2
1pm - 5pm

Ages 35+

Irish Heritage Fair

University of St. Thomas

St. Paul

12 volunteers needed for shift 1 and 10 volunteers for shift 2 to assist with gate admissions at the Fair. Volunteer t-shirt and admission to the Fair included. The Irish Fair is a two day celebration of Irish culture.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing the appropriate leader:

Shift 1, All Ages: Barbara at Barbara.Weinrich@norwest.com
Shift 2, Ages 35+: Pati at patid1@email.msn.com

Thursday
August 17

Shift 1:
Food Committee
4:30pm - 7:30pm

All Ages


Shift 2:
Game Committee
5:00pm - 7:30pm

All Ages

Children's Home Society of Minnesota

Minnesota's Waiting Children Adoption Program

Summer Picnic

Falcon Heights Community Park

Southeast corner of Cleveland Ave. & Roselawn Ave.

Falcon Heights

6 volunteers needed for the game committee. Duties including setting up tables & chairs, preparing & serving the food, and cleaning up. 10 volunteers needed for the game committee. Duties include setting up, staffing & cleaning up various games. Dinner provided for all volunteers. Attendees include CHSM staff and families who have adopted or are waiting to adopt children through Minnesota Waiting Children Adoption Program. The picnic provides an opportunity for families to interact with CHSM staff, social workers and other families in the program.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing the appropriate leader:

Shift 1, All Ages: Melinda at: melinda.smith@merrillcorp.com
Shift 2, All Ages: Melinda at: melinda.smith@merrillcorp.com

Thursday
August 17
3:30pm - 7:00pm

All Ages

Feline Rescue
Garage Sale

Audubon Park (29th and Buchanan), Minneapolis

We need 6 people to help set-up for this annual garage sale: setting up tables, carrying boxes, and sorting through and arranging the merchandise.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Cassandra at: cassandra.anderson@westgroup.com

Saturday
August 19
4:00pm to 6:30pm

All Ages

Feline Rescue
Garage Sale

Audubon Park (29th and Buchanan), Minneapolis

We need 6 people to help clean-up after the sale: taking down tables and boxing up unsold merchandise.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Karen at: Karen.J.Lashbrook@norwest.com

Saturday
August 19
8:30am - 1pm

All Ages

Centro Preschool Graduation

1915 Chicago Avenue, South Minneapolis

We need 6-8 volunteers to help with food preparation, serving, set-up, and clean-up for preschool graduation ceremony.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Sara at: saraerpelding@uswest.net

Sunday
August 20

Shift One:
12:00 Noon - 3:00pm

Ages 21-35


Shift Two:
3:00pm - 6:00pm

Ages 40+

National Multiple Sclerosis Society, MN Chapter

River Road Run

Battle Creek Park,
Saint Paul

 

6 volunteers needed each shift to cheer in motorcyclists at the finish line. Volunteers will receive T-shirts. This event will take place rain or shine. 

The MS Society supports scientific research to cure, prevent, and treat MS. The MN chapter offers programs to help families fight MS and educates the general public about MS.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing the appropriate leader:

Shift 1, Ages 21-35:  Barb at barb_cygan@entegris.com
Shift 2, Ages 40+: Cindy at: cindyarlt@yahoo.com

 

Sunday
August 20

Shift 1:
10:00am - 4:00pm

Ages 21-38


Shift 2:
10:00am - 4:00pm

Ages 33+

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

12th Annual Corporate Sports Challenge

National Sports Center, 1700 105th Avenue NE, Blaine

The Corporate Sports Challenge is a mini-Olympic style competition.  Teams from Twin Cities businesses challenge each other to show their team spirit in six athletic events, including a football toss, obstacle course, basketball shoot-out, relay race, soccer kick and a mystery challenge.

30 - 40 volunteers needed to help in various areas.  We'll be helping with refreshments, water, courses, scoring and more.  

Cystic Fibrosis is a genetic disease affecting approximately 30,000 children in the United States.  The mission of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is to assure the development of the means to cure and control cystic fibrosis and to improve the quality of life for those with the disease.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing the appropriate leader:

Shift 1, ages 21-38: Stephanie at: swaisanen@uswest.net
Shift 2, ages 33+: Jeff at: jjm@ann.skypoint.net
Wednesday
August 23
5:45pm - 9:30pm

All Ages

 

Family Violence Network

Anne Pierce Roger House, Saint Paul Park (exact address will be  provided to volunteers)

Eight volunteers are requested to play and paint with the children who are staying at the shelter. Some of the moms may join in the fun too!

Volunteers must sign confidentiality agreements when they arrive. Family Violence Network operates two shelters and helps women and children who have been affected by family violence become self-sufficient.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Barb at: barb_cygan@entegris.com

Saturday
August 24

5:30pm -11:00pm

All Ages


 

Theatre in the Round Players

50th Anniversary Celebration

245 Cedar Avenue

Minneapolis

16 volunteers needed to coordinate the food for this event celebrating the completion of TRP's 50th anniversary season. It will feature an evening of previews with actors performing scenes from each show in the upcoming season. Volunteers will be able to see the previews in between food service. Dress is "upscale casual."

Pay parking - about $4.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign-up Form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Gina at wallraff@pclink.com

Saturday
August 24

3:30pm - 10:00pm

All Ages

 

US Amateur Ballroom Dancers Association (USABDA)

"Dancin' the Night Away" Dance Showcase

Hopkins Center for the Arts

1111 Main Street

Hopkins

10 volunteers needed to check tickets, seat people and hand out programs. Dress is business casual to dressy. Once guests have been seated, you'll be able to watch this fantastic showcase of entertainment.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign-up Form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Lisa at lisasartwell@yahoo.com

 

Saturday
August 24
10:00am - 2:00pm

All Ages
 
House Painting Wingspan Life Resources

St. Paul Location
Wingspan needs 12 volunteers for painting and "refreshing" homes. The mission of Wingspan Life Resources is to help people who are challenged by age, ability or health to realize their unique gifts, talents and dreams. Wingspan's major focus has been serving adults with developmental disabilities. Currently, Wingspan owns and operates 19 homes located in the greater Minneapolis/St. Paul area. Each home offers a family-like atmosphere, where staff and volunteers help residents take responsibility for daily chores, make independent choices and take part in neighborhood and community activities. Wingspan is playing catch-up on maintaining its 19 homes. Our project will involve painting one of their homes.

Volunteers may be required to do some prep work as well as paint. Supplies will be furnished by Wingspan, as well as refreshments and lunch. If the project from the previous week is not completed, we will finish it today. Otherwise, we will be assigned a new location.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign-up Form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Elaine at grittnee@alpa.org

Saturday
August 24 6:30pm - 11:00pm

Ages 30-45

 
Diabetes Research Lightning Run

Post-ride Party

Como Park Pavilion

St. Paul
10-15 volunteers to help keep the pavilion "picked up". On occasion, new bags will need to be put in barrels or paper picked up from the grounds, etc. After the event, we will walk the area and make sure that it is left in good shape. Most of our time will be spent enjoying the party, with the most concentrated effort of assistance being one hour after the party ends which is estimated to be around 10:15. This is definitely more party than work! The 3rd Annual Lightning Run is a fundraiser designed to help find a cure for Diabetes.

100% of the proceeds go directly to the Diabetes Institute for Immunology and Transplantation at the University of Minnesota (last year over $100,000 was raised). St. Paul Harley-Davidson, the St. Paul Police Department and the St. Paul H.O.G Chapter sponsor this event. After the motorcyclists (ranging in number between 1500-2500 depending on weather) have completed their ride for the day, they will participate in a party at the Como Park Pavilion. For information go to www.lightningrun.com

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign-up Form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Kurt at lightningrun02@yahoo.com

Sunday
August 25

All Ages

Shift 1:
11:30-4:30


Shift 2:
4:30-9:30

Safe Journey Services for Domestic Abuse and North Memorial Hospital
Northeast

Jam Block Party

East Side Neighborhood Services

1700 2nd Street NE
Minneapolis
SHIFT ONE 15 volunteers
SHIFT TWO 15 volunteers

This event is the first annual NORTHEAST Jam : A World of Music in Your Backyard. It is a music and art "block party" for NE Minneapolis featuring the Honeydogs, Kurt Jorgenson, Yusuf Shalita-Marimba Afrika, Shangoya, Latin Sounds, Barbara Leshoure (blues), 12 rods, Greatest Show (Wain McFarlane - former lead singer for Ipso Facto), and 25-50 fabulous Twin Cities artists selling their art work, food vendors and community education booths.

Every volunteer will receive free admission to the event good for the entire event, a volunteer tee shirt, free food tent for volunteers and the opportunity to
be assigned to a variety of fun and exciting positions assigned with each other including parking lot attendants, ticket booth, rovers to help cover break times
for the artists and help out as needed, garbage patrol (putting new garbage bags in and taking full bags to a designated area - would like to pair male/female for this
job), shuttle bus helpers (NOT DRIVERS) to help people and children off and on shuttle buses as needed, wrist band volunteer (to put wrist bands on those old
enough to drink beer), information booth helpers (there will be a map of the vendors/artists/merchandise sales area etc to help with this), help in the VIP tent
for event sponsors, "selling" of time in lounge chairs (fundraiser). There will be many opportunities to interact with each other at this event. We are expecting
3500-5000 people to attend. Parking available.

Shift 1:
To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign-up Form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing  LouAnn Hilst at LouAnn.Hilst@co.hennepin.mn.us

Shift 2:
To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign-up Form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing MaryRose at
mrose_mallari@yahoo.com

 

Sunday
August 27
1:30pm - 3:30pm

All Ages

 

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources

State Fair Parade
State Fair Grounds

1265 Snelling Avenue North, Saint Paul

Exact meeting location will be provided to volunteers

10 volunteers needed to ride on the DNR float in the daily parade at the state fair.  Dress to promote camping and the outdoors.  Otherwise volunteer to be Smokey, Woodsy or a fire fighter.  Costumes and admission to fair provided.  The DNR works with people to manage the state's diverse natural resources for a sustainable quality of life.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing LouAnn at: LouAnn.Hilst@co.hennepin.mn.us

Sunday
August 27

Shift 1
Noon - 4:00pm

All Ages

 


Shift 2
4:00 - 8:00pm

All Ages

DAN (Downtown Action Network)

Guinness Oyster Festival

Nicollet Mall (between 10th and 11th Streets), Minneapolis

We need 4 volunteers for the first shift and 6 volunteers for the second shift to help serve oysters at this event. Don't worry, they will have a shucker on hand to do all the dirty work for you unless you'd like to give it a try.

The Nicollet Mall will be closed from 12th Streets to 9th Streets so that festival goers can enjoy world famous Guinness Beer, savory oysters and other European fare inside Brit's Pub and The Local. Two stages of music will feature traditional Irish music as well as blues.

Meet at the oyster tent on Nicollet Mall between 10th and 11th Streets. Please arrive a few minutes early to receive a Guinness T-shirt and get acquainted with the oysters. Although work areas are tented, please dress comfortably and appropriately for the weather. Volunteers will receive t-shirts to wear at the event. People who volunteer during the summer for DAN will get in the Holidazzle parade this year in costume.

To participate in any SVTC volunteer project or event, you MUST first become a SVTC member. To become a SVTC member, you MUST read the SVTC Volunteer Agreement and complete the SVTC Volunteer Sign Up form. Once you've signed up, you may volunteer to participate in this event by e-mailing Daphne at dacoam@uswest.net. Be sure to indicate the shift you are signing up for. 

Also, Daphne will lead the first shift and can only stay for a short time of the second shift. If you can lead the rest of the second shift, please let Daphne know. Contact Daphne at dacoam@uswest.net.

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