TABLE OF PROJECTS 2011 |
Project
Number |
Project Details |
1 |
Description:
Building a Wheelchair Ramp |
When/ Where:
SATURDAY, Nov 19th. 8:00am until noon.
AT 3702 GRAYSON LANE IN EAST AUSTIN. |
Tools & Talents:
The Austin Chapter of the Texas Ramp Project all tools and materials. (If you have gloves or a favorite drill, bring them along) Ages: Teens and older. |
Comments:
Build a wheelchair ramp and help a neighbor regain easy access to their home. Skilled supervisors are on hand to direct the construction and show volunteers how to construct the ramp. (No experience with tools is needed) |
Project Leader: Dennis Mick |
Phone: 300-6815 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 10
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Volunteers Signed Up: 10 |
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2 |
Description:
Organizing &safeguarding periodicals |
When/ Where:
FRIDAY, Nov. 18th, Beginning at 11:00am and ending at 2:00pm. At the Austin History Center, 810 Guadalupe Street, Austin, 78701 |
Tools & Talents:
No special tools or talents, but a love of history helps.
Clothes appropriate for indoor activity. |
Comments:
Shifting, moving and reorganizing periodicals (using preservation casings to ensure longevity) (No breakfast due to late start time) |
Project Leader: Ashley Adair |
Phone: 974-7583 (Of |
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| Volunteers Needed: 10
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Volunteers Signed Up: 10 |
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3 |
Description:
Building a Wheelchair Ramp |
When/ Where:
SATURDAY, Nov 19th. 8:00am until noon.
AT 1401 TALL SHADOWS, IN DEL VALLE. |
Tools & Talents:
The Austin Chapter of the Texas Ramp Project all tools and materials. (If you have gloves or a favorite drill, bring them along) Ages: Teens and older. |
Comments:
Build a wheelchair ramp and help a neighbor regain easy access to their home. Skilled supervisors are on hand to direct the construction and show volunteers how to construct the ramp. (No experience with tools is needed) |
Project Leader: BRUCE SCHREMP |
Phone: 507-3626 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 10
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Volunteers Signed Up: 10 |
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4 |
Description:
Craft Projects to Recycle Unsold Books |
When/ Where:
SUNDAY, Nov 20th, 9:00am until 12:00 noon. At "Recycled Reads Bookstore" at 5335 Burnet Rd., Austin, 78756 |
Tools & Talents:
Tools and materials are provided. Bring your love of books and a desire to encourage reading among kids. |
Comments:
Unsold books and media are recycled into useful and decorative items instead of being sent to the landfill. Surplus materials from bookstore are used to create unique book art, paper jewelry, magnets, and more. Clothing appropriate for indoor activity. Ages: 13 to 80. |
Project Leader: Mindy Reed |
Phone: 323-5123 (Of |
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| Volunteers Needed: 8
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Volunteers Signed Up: 8 |
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5 |
Description:
Landscaping at the Mexican American Cultural Center |
When/ Where:
SATURDAY, Nov 19th, beginning at 8:00am and ending at 5:00pm. At the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center, 600 River Street, Austin 78701 |
Tools & Talents:
A willingness to get your hands dirty. Specific tool needs to be determined later. Ages: 16 to 50 |
Comments:
Beautiful facility (one of the loveliest structures in Austin) needs sprucing up along one wall. We will remove existing grass and weeds and replace with mulch or rock, and plant drought resistent shrubs. Number of needed volunteers may change. |
Project Leader: Herlinda Zamora; Paul Andrade |
Phone: 974-3771 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 10 or more
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Volunteers Signed Up: 6 |
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6 |
Description:
Build a Wheelchair Ramp |
When/ Where:
SATURDAY, November 19th, beginning at 8:00am and ending around noon.
AT 5701 JOHNNY MORRIS ROAD #60, IN EAST AUSTIN. |
Tools & Talents:
The Austin Chapter of the Texas Ramp Project will supply all tools and materials. (If you have gloves or a favorite drill, bring them along.) Ages: Teens and older. |
Comments:
Build a wheelchair ramp and help a neighbor regain easy access to their home. Skilled supervisors are on hand to direct the construction and show volunteers how to use the tools and construct the ramp. (No prior experience with tools is needed.) |
Project Leader: KURT RICHTER |
Phone: 695-5287 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 10
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Volunteers Signed Up: 10 |
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7 |
Description:
Sorting library media for recycling |
When/ Where:
SATURDAY, November 19th, beginning at 8:30am and ending around noon. At "Recycled Reads" 5335 Burnet Road, Austin 78753 |
Tools & Talents:
None, beyond a desire to help our public library. Ages: 13 to 45. Clothing: comfortable and casual attire, closed toe shoes, and no shorts. |
Comments:
Benefits the City by sorting materials for recycling, thereby keeping them out of the City's landfill. |
Project Leader: Mindy Reed |
Phone: 323-5123 (Of |
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| Volunteers Needed: 8
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Volunteers Signed Up: 8 |
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8 |
Description:
Mount Bonnell Beautification |
When/ Where:
Saturday, November 19th at Covert Park on Mount Bonnell (3800 Mt. Bonnell Rd.)
Start at 9:00am and work until 11:00am.
GPS: 617995/3355040 |
Tools & Talents:
Tools and materials will be provided by Keep Austin Beautiful. Recommended age range for volunteers: 16 and up. Clothing: Long sleeve shirt, long pants, sneakers or hiking boots. |
Comments:
Please help us to maintain the beauty of one of Austin's most prominent and visited landmarks! It's breathtaking! |
Project Leader: Stan Bacon |
Phone: 663-2235 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 30
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Volunteers Signed Up: 31 |
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9 |
Description:
Shady Hollow Hike and Bike Trail Cleanup |
When/ Where:
SATURDAY, November 19th, beginning at 8:30 am and ending around 12:00 noon, at 3303 Doe Run, Austin, 78748 |
Tools & Talents:
Bring rakes, hoes, shovels, and garbage bags. Wear hats, gloves, tennis shoes or boots, i.e clothing appropriate for yard work. Ages: 5 to 99! |
Comments:
A project organized by Cub Scout Pack 82! Our efforts will beautify the hike and bike trails used by all citizens in and around Shady Hollow, Shady Hollow Estates, Estates at Southland Oaks and neighboring communities. |
Project Leader: Jennifer A. Leal |
Phone: 292-3708 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 25
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Volunteers Signed Up: 25 |
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10 |
Description:
Recycling Container Clean-Up |
When/ Where:
SATURDAY, November 19, beginning at 8:30am and ending at 1:00pm. At Kenneth Gardner SVC, 4108 Todd Lane, Austin, 78744 |
Tools & Talents:
Provided by Austin Resource Recovery and Keep Austin Beautiful (KAB). Wear old clothing suitable for cleaning and painting. Ages: 13+ |
Comments:
Austin Resource Recovery manages a free recycling bin lending program in conjunction with Keep Austin Beautiful. These bins are provided to city-sponsored and co-sponsored events and are loaned through KAB to non-city sponsored events and individuals. By loaning these bins to the public, we are able to assist citizens in organizing environmentally friendly events. This helps to reduce waste, educate the public on recycling practices and divert tons of recyclables from Austin landfills. |
Project Leader: Kathleen Nowell |
Phone: 979-219-9090 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 20
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Volunteers Signed Up: 18 |
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11 |
Description:
CANCELLED DUE TO DROUGHT: Beautify & Shade Route to School |
When/ Where:
SORRY. PROJECT CANCELLED DUE TO DROUGHT. DROUGHT PUTS PLANTINGS AT RISK. |
Tools & Talents:
PROJECT CANCELLED DUE TO DROUGHT. SORRY. |
Comments:
We will be planting 25 to 27 trees along the route to school. |
Project Leader: Chris Moore |
Phone: 974-7273 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 20 or more
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Volunteers Signed Up: 14 |
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12 |
Description:
CANCELLED DUE TO DROUGHT: Beautify & Shade route to School |
When/ Where:
SORRY. PROJECT CANCELLED DUE TO DROUGHT. DROUGHT PUTS PLANTINGS AT RISK. |
Tools & Talents:
SORRY. PROJECT CANCELLED DUE TO DROUGHT. |
Comments:
We will be planting two trees in the landscaped triangle. |
Project Leader: Chris Moore |
Phone: 974-7274 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 4
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Volunteers Signed Up: 4 |
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13 |
Description:
Assist with removal of invasive (non-native) plants |
When/ Where:
SATURDAY, November 19, beginning at 9:00am and ending at noon. Along Shoal Creek near Gaston and Shoal Creek Blvd. |
Tools & Talents:
Most tools provided. Bring gloves, a water bottle and wear long pants and a long sleeve shirt. Additional "loppers" and shovels are welcomed. |
Comments:
Help preserve the "Texas nature" and beauty of our parks. |
Project Leader: Angela Gallardo |
Phone: 974-2702 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 10 or more
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Volunteers Signed Up: 14 |
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15 |
Description:
Assist with removal of invasive species along Barton Creek Green Belt |
When/ Where:
FRIDAY, November 18, beginning at 9:00am and ending at noon. Specific location along the Green Belt to be determined and announced later. |
Tools & Talents:
All tools provided. Bring gloves and water bottle. Wear long pants and long sleeve shirt. |
Comments:
Preserve the "Texas nature and beauty" of our parks and green belts. |
Project Leader: Rene Barrera |
Phone: 974-6770 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 20 or more
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Volunteers Signed Up: 0 |
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16 |
Description:
Removal of ground litter in Barton Creek Green Belt |
When/ Where:
SATURDAY, November 19th, beginning at 9:00am and ending at noon. Barton Creek Green Belt, at all trail heads and access points. |
Tools & Talents:
All tools provided. Bring gloves and water bottles, and wear long sleeve shirts and long pants, |
Comments:
Help us keep the Green Belt beautiful! |
Project Leader: Rene Barrera |
Phone: 974-6770 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 35
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Volunteers Signed Up: 35 |
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17 |
Description:
Installing/replacing signs in Zilker Park: CANCELLED FOR LACK OF VOLUNTEERS |
When/ Where:
FRIDAY, November 18th, beginning at 9:00am and ending at noon. At the Playscape in the Pecan Grove Areas |
Tools & Talents:
All tools provided. Bring gloves and water bottle, and wear long sleeve shirt and long pants. |
Comments:
Help us keep our premier park looking beautiful. |
Project Leader: Rene Barrera |
Phone: 974-6770 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 5 or more
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Volunteers Signed Up: 0 |
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18 |
Description:
Repainting curbs in Zilker Park: CANCELLED FOR LACK OF VOLUNTEERS |
When/ Where:
FRIDAY, November 18th, beginning at 9:00am and ending at noon. At the Playscape in the Pecan Grove areas. |
Tools & Talents:
All tools provided. Bring gloves and water bottle. Wear long sleeve shirt and long pants. |
Comments:
Help keep our parks beautiful. |
Project Leader: Rene Barrera |
Phone: 974-6770 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 6
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Volunteers Signed Up: 2 |
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19 |
Description:
Repaint parking lot stripes in Zilker Park: CANCELLED FOR LACK OF VOLUNTEERS |
When/ Where:
FRIDAY, November 18th, beginning at 9:00am and ending at noon. Near Playscape in Pecan Grove areas. |
Tools & Talents:
All tools provided. Bring gloves and water bottle; wear long sleeve shirt and long pants. |
Comments:
Parking lots can look beautiful too! |
Project Leader: Rene Barrera |
Phone: 974-6770 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 10
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Volunteers Signed Up: 3 |
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20 |
Description:
Repaint parking stripes at McBeth Recreation Center: CANCELLED FOR LACK OF VOLUNTEERS |
When/ Where:
FRIDAY, November 18th, beginning at 9:00am and ending at noon. At the parking lot at the McBeth Recreation Center. |
Tools & Talents:
All tools provided. Bring gloves and water bottle; wear long sleeve shirt and long pants. |
Comments:
Parking lots can be beautiful too. |
Project Leader: Rene Barrera |
Phone: 974-6770 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 10
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Volunteers Signed Up: 4 |
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21 |
Description:
Paint benches and tables at Festival Beach: CANCELLED FOR LACK OF VOLUNTEERS |
When/ Where:
FRIDAY, November 18th, beginning at 9:00am and ending at noon. At Festival Beach. |
Tools & Talents:
All tools provided. Bring gloves and water bottle. Wear clothes to paint in. |
Comments:
Help make Festival Beach even prettier. |
Project Leader: Rene Barrera |
Phone: 974-6770 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 20
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Volunteers Signed Up: 2 |
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22 |
Description:
Brush removal in Fiesta Gardens: CANCELLED FOR LACK OF VOLUNTEERS |
When/ Where:
FRIDAY, November 18th, beginning at 9:00am and ending at 3:30pm At the Event Hall at Fiesta Gardens |
Tools & Talents:
All tools provided. Bring Gloves and water bottle; wear long sleeve shirt and long pants. |
Comments:
Help keep Fiesta Gardens beautiful. |
Project Leader: Rene Barrera |
Phone: 974-6770 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 20
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Volunteers Signed Up: 0 |
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24 |
Description:
REMOVE SHORELINE LITTEL ON LADY BIRD LAKE |
When/ Where:
SUNDAY, November 20th, beginning at 9:00am and ending at noon. GATHER AT CONCRETE BOAT RAMP ON NORTH SIDE OF LADY BIRD LAKE (EAST OF HIGH SCHOOL; VISIBLE FROM ROAD) PROJECT LEADER WILL BE WEARING LONG SLEEVE BLUE SHIRT. |
Tools & Talents:
All tools provided by Keep Austin Beautifu. Bring Gloves and water bottle; wear long sleeve shirt and long pants. |
Comments:
Keep Austin Beautiful is a great supporter of Service Austin Days. |
Project Leader: ANDREW BENNETT |
Phone: 751-6325 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 20
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Volunteers Signed Up: 20 |
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28 |
Description:
Marking stormdrains: CANCELLED FOR LACK OF VOLUNTEERS |
When/ Where:
FRIDAY, November 18th, beginning at 9:00am and ending at 11:00am. Specific location to be announced. |
Tools & Talents:
All tools provided by the Watershed Protection Dept. of the City. Bring gloves and water bottle; wear long sleeve shirt and long pants. |
Comments:
Let's help the City protect the watershed; it's a way of Giving Thanks by Giving Back |
Project Leader: Katie Sternberg |
Phone: 512-974-2454 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 20
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Volunteers Signed Up: 1 |
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29 |
Description:
Mark Storm drains: CANCELLED FOR LACK OF VOLUNTEERS |
When/ Where:
SATURDAY, November 19th, beginning at 9:00am and ending at 11:00am. Specific locations to be announced. |
Tools & Talents:
All tools provided by the City. Bring gloves and water bottles; wear long sleeve shirt and long pants. |
Comments:
Watersheds need to be protected for everyone's benefit. |
Project Leader: Katie Sternberg |
Phone: 512-974-2454 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 20
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Volunteers Signed Up: 0 |
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30 |
Description:
Mark storm drains: CANCELLED FOR LACK OF VOLUNTEERS |
When/ Where:
SUNDAY, November 20th, beginning at 9:00am and ending at 11:00am Specific locations to be announced. |
Tools & Talents:
All tools provided by a grateful City; Bring gloves and water bottles; wear long sleeve shirt and long pants |
Comments:
The City and its Citizens thank you. |
Project Leader: Katie Sternberg |
Phone: 512-974-2454 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 20
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Volunteers Signed Up: 0 |
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31 |
Description:
ASSISTANCE TO BASTROP WILDFIRE VICTIMS |
When/ Where:
ON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 18TH, BEGINNING AT 9:00AM AND ENDING AT 3:00PM.
AT BASTROP STATE PARK (PARK ENTRANCE AT INTERSECTION OF LOOP 150 AND HIGHWAY 21. GO IN MAIN ENTRANCE AND PROCEED STRAIGHT AHEAD TO REFECTORY BUILDING. DIRECTIONS AT RANGER STATION IF NEEDED.) |
Tools & Talents:
TOOLS WILL BE PROVIDED. COME WITH A COMMITMENT TO RESTORE THE PARK AND ITS WILDLIFE. |
Comments:
THE BASTROP COMPLEX WILDFIRE DEVASTATED BASTROP STATE PARK, BURNING 96% OF THE PARK. RESTORATION WORK WILL INCLUDE REMOVING LIMBS, SMOOTHING OUT RUTS LEFT BY HEAVY MACHINERY, RE-SETTING FIRE RINGS AND TABLES, AND RE-BUILDING TENT PADS. IN ADDITION, THE HABITAT FOR THE HOUSTON TOAD WILL BE RESTORED. MULCH MUST BE SPREAD AROUND THEIR BREEDING PONDS SO THEY CAN SURVIVE THE LOSS OF THE SHADE TREES AND EMERGE IN LATE SPRING TO BREED. |
Project Leader: MIKE GOEBEL |
Phone: 1-512-629-1057 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 50 or more
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Volunteers Signed Up: 9 |
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32 |
Description:
ASSISTANCE TO BASTROP WILDFIRE VICTIMS |
When/ Where:
ON SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19TH, BEGINNING AT 9:00AM AND ENDING AT 3:00PM.
AT BASTROP STATE PARK (THE PARK ENTRANCE IS AT THE INTERSECTION OF LOOP 150 AND HIGHWAY 21. GO IN THE MAIN ENTRANCE AND GO STRAIGHT AHEAD TO THE REFECTORY BUILDING. DIRECTIONS ARE AVAILABLE AT THE RANGER STATION.) |
Tools & Talents:
TOOLS WILL BE PROVIDED. COME WITH A COMMITMENT TO RESTORE THE PARK AND ITS WILDLIFE. |
Comments:
THE BASTROP COMPLEX WILDFIRE DEVASTATED THE BASTROP STATE PARK, BURNING 96% OF THE PARK. HELP RESTORE THE PARK BY REMOVING LIMBS, SMOOTHING OUT RUTS LEFT BY HEAVY MACHINERY, RESETTING FIRE RINGS AND TABLES, AND RE-BUILDING TENT PLATFORMS. IN ADDITION, HELP PROTECT THE HOUSTON TOAD BY RESTORING ITS HABITAT. HELP SPREAD MULCH AROUND THE TOAD'S BREEDING PONDS TO MAKE UP FOR THE LOSS OF THE SHADE TREES, SO THAT THE TOADS CAN EMERGE IN THE LATE SPRING TO BREED. |
Project Leader: MIKE GOEBEL |
Phone: 1-512-629-1057 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 50
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Volunteers Signed Up: 9 |
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36 |
Description:
Casis Elementary Spring-fed Pool Restoration |
When/ Where:
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19TH
TIME: 9:00AM UNTIL 1:00PM
DIRECTLY BEHIND (WEST OF) CASIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, AT 2710 EXPOSITION BLVD, AUSTIN, 78703 |
Tools & Talents:
DIGGING TOOLS: PICK AXES, MATTOCKS, AND SPADES. OTHER TOOLS AND MATERIALS TO BE PROVIDED AT SITE.
CLOTHING: FOR OUTDOOR WORK; STURDY SHOES
AGES: 15 AND UP |
Comments:
CREATE A SPRING FED POOL FOR THE CHILDREN OF CASIS ELEMENTARY WITHIN THE WOODS BEHIND THE SCHOOL. RESTORING THE SPRING WILL ENHANCE THE CHIDREN'S ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION, CONSERVE THE WILDLIFE WITH A NATURAL SOURCE OF WATER, AND DETER INVASIVE SPECIES AROUND THE POOL. |
Project Leader: PHYLLIS SCHUNCK |
Phone: 217-4567 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 8
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Volunteers Signed Up: 6 |
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37 |
Description:
PAINT YOUR WAGON (PAINTING PORTABLE CLASSROOMS AT BRYKER WOODS ELEM. SCHOOL |
When/ Where:
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19TH, BEGINNING AT 8:00AM AND ENDING AT 4:00PM
BRYKER WOODS ELEM. SCHOOL,
3309 KERBEY LANE, AUSTIN 78703 |
Tools & Talents:
PAINT BRUSHES, PAINT BUCKETS, DROP CLOTHS,& LADDERS
AGES: 8 TO 80 |
Comments:
HELP BEAUTIFY THE NEIGHBORHOOD WHILE BUILDING NEIGHBORHOOD UNITY AND REDUCING AIST MAINTENANCE COSTS. |
Project Leader: DEREK BARCINSKI |
Phone: 914-0317 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 20 or more
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Volunteers Signed Up: 21 |
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38 |
Description:
CANCELLED DUE TO CONSTRUCTION: MORNING TRAFFIC COUNTS |
When/ Where:
CANCELLED DUE TO CONSTRUCTION IN THE AREA MAKING COUNTS UNRELIABLE. |
Tools & Talents:
CLIPBOARD AND PENCIL
AGES: 18 AND OVER |
Comments:
SRTS PROGRAMS ARE SUSTAINED EFFORTS BY PARENTS, SCHOOLS, COMMUNITY LEADERS, AND LOCAL, STATE, AND FEDERAL GOVERNMENTS TO IMPROVE THE HEALTH AND WELL BEING OF CHILDREN BY ENABLING AND ENCOURAGING THEM TO WALK AND BIKE TO SCHOOL. COUNTS AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS AROUND LAMAR MIDDLE SCHOOL WILL HELP DETERMINE IF SCHOOL ROUTES NEED IMPROVEMENTS, IF MORE SIGNAGE IS NEEDED, AND IF RIDING BUSES HAS BEEN EFFECTIVE. |
Project Leader: JANE H. HERRIN |
Phone: 331-4600 OR 940-3636 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 12
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Volunteers Signed Up: 2 |
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Description:
CANCELLED DUE TO CONSTRUCTION: AFTERNOON TRAFFIC COUNTS |
When/ Where:
CANCELLED DUE TO CONSTRUCTION IN THE AREA MAKING COUNTS UNRELIABLE. |
Tools & Talents:
CLIPBOARD AND PEN
DRESS FOR THE WEATHER
AGES: 18 AND OVER |
Comments:
SRTS PROGRAMS ARE SUSTAINED EFFORTS BY PARENTS, SCHOOLS, COMMUNITY LEADERS, AND LOCAL, STATE AND FEDERAL GOVERNMENTS TO IMPROVE THE HEALTH AND WELL BEING OF CHILDREN BY ENABLING & ENCOURAGING THEM TO WALK & BIKE TO SCHOOL. ADULTS WILL BE STATIONED AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS AROUND LAMAR MIDDLE SCHOOL TO COUNT VEHICLES THROUGHOUT THE AREA. COUNTS WILL HELP DETERMINE IF SCHOOL ROUTES NEED IMPROVEMENTS, WHETHER MORE SIGNAGE IS NEEDED, & WHETHER WALKING, BIKING & RIDING BUSES HAVE BEEN EFFECTIVE. |
Project Leader: JANE H. HERRIN |
Phone: 940-3636 or 331-4600 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 12
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Volunteers Signed Up: 2 |
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Description:
MURCHISON MIDDLE SCHOOL GARDENING DAY |
When/ Where:
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19TH, BEGINNING AT 8:00AM AND ENDING AT NOON.
AT MURCHISON MIDDLE SCHOOL, 3700 NORTH HILLS DRIVE, AUSTIN 78731 |
Tools & Talents:
BRING GLOVES, WATER BOTTLES, RAKES, AND SHOVELS.
WEAR GARDENING & WEATHER APPROPRIATE CLOTHING |
Comments:
VOLUNTEERS WILL BUILD NEW RAISED VEGETABLE BEDS, WILL HELP WITH WEEDING, PLANTING, & MULCHING. VOLUNTEERS WILL WORK ON GENERAL LANDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS AROUND THE CAMPUS & NEAR THE GYM ENTRANCE. |
Project Leader: JILL MARTIN SEIBERT |
Phone: 468-3423 OR (WORK) 349-7471 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 20
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Volunteers Signed Up: 9 |
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41 |
Description:
ESQUINA TANGO FACILITY CLEAN-UP & REPAIR |
When/ Where:
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19TH, BEGINNING AT 9:00AM AND ENDING AT NOON.
AT THE ESQUINA TANGO FACILITY AT 209 PEDERNALES, AUSTIN |
Tools & Talents:
4 TO 6 GARDEN RAKES & GLOVES.
CLOTHES FOR OUTDOOR YARD WORK AND PAINTING.
AGES: 18 AND OLDER |
Comments:
CLEAN UP AND REPAIR INDOOR & OUTDOOR AREAS: RAKING LEAVES, TRIMMING FLOWER BEDS, FIXING AN OUTDOOR BENCH AND PAINTING THE FRONT OF THE BUILDING. ESQUINA TANGO PROVIDES FREE DANCE CLASSES FOR CHILDREN, CLASSES IN TANGO, SALSA, YOGA. PUBLIC EVENTS LIKE WEDDINGS AND MEMORIALS CAN ALSO BE ARRANGED. |
Project Leader: ROGER WILLIAMSON |
Phone: 850-5779 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 26
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Volunteers Signed Up: 22 |
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42 |
Description:
CAFETERIA MAKE-OVER & MORE! |
When/ Where:
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19TH, BEGINNING AT 9:00AM AND ENDING AT 12:00 NOON.
AT LAMAR MIDDLE SCHOOL, AT 6201 WYNONA, AUSTIN 78757. |
Tools & Talents:
PAINTING MATERIAL FURNISHED. BRING PERSONAL HAMMERS, SCREWDRIVERS, NAIL GUNS, & POWER-WASH EQUIPMENT.
DRESS TO GET DIRTY!
AGES: HIGH SCHOOL TO ADULT |
Comments:
PAINT & CARPENTRY PROJECTS IN THE LMS CAFETERIA. REPAIR BENCH SEATING AT SCHOOL ENTRANCE, & POWER WASH CONCRETE WALKWAYS. ATTRACTIVE FINE ARTS THEME CAFETERIA SERVES AS THE AUDITORIUM FOR LMS PERFORMANCES. PROJECT WILL PROVIDE ATTRACTIVE NEW SEATING AREAS FOR DISPLAYING PROJECTS, DOING SCHOOL WORK & PLEASANT SURROUNDING FOR MEALS. COMMUNITY CAN RESERVE THE CAFETERIA FOR WORKSHOPS, MEETINGS, AND EVENTS. |
Project Leader: JANE H. HERRIN & LAMAR MIDDLE SCHOOL PTA |
Phone: 940-3636 OR 331-4600 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 20 or more
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Volunteers Signed Up: 30 |
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Description:
CANCELLED: TREE TRIMMING AND MULCHING AT SAFEPLACE |
When/ Where:
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 18TH, BEGINNING AT 9:00AM AND ENDING AT NOON.
AT SAFEPLACE, 1515 GROVE BLVD, AUSTIN, 78741 |
Tools & Talents:
GARDEN GLOVES & OTHER CLOTHES FOR OUTDOOR GARDENING. AGES: MUST BE OVER 18. |
Comments:
CANCELLED: MAYBE NEXT YEAR? PLEASE HELP TO BEAUTIFY OUR CAMPUS FOR THE BENEFIT OF VISITORS, CLIENTS AND STAFF |
Project Leader: KATIE MOCK |
Phone: 356-1668 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 10
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Volunteers Signed Up: 2 |
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Description:
ZAVALA ELEMENTARY LANDSCAPING DAY |
When/ Where:
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19TH, BEGINNING AT 9:00AM AND ENDING AROUND 3:00PM.
AT ZAVALA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 310 ROBERT MARTINEZ, AUSTIN, 78702 |
Tools & Talents:
BRING WORK GLOVES AND WEAR OUTDOOR GARDENING CLOTHES.
ALL AGES ARE WELCOME TO PARTICIPATE. |
Comments:
HELP BEAUTIFY ZAVALA'S CAMPUS AND HELP TO BUILD COMMUNITY SPIRIT IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD. |
Project Leader: JENNIFER HERNANDEZ |
Phone: 825-0140 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 100
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Volunteers Signed Up: 69 |
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45 |
Description:
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT FOR SAMMY'S HOUSE |
When/ Where:
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 18, BEGINNING AT 8:00 AND ENDING AT 1:00.
SAMMY'S HOUSE, AT 2415 TWIN OAKS DRIVE, AUSTIN 78757 |
Tools & Talents:
PLEASE BRING YOUR TOOL KIT; SAMMY'S HOUSE IS UNABLE TO PROVIDE TOOLS.
WEAR CLOTHES THAT YOU DON'T MIND GETTING DUSTY AND DIRTY.
AGES: 16 AND UP. |
Comments:
SAMMY'S HOUSE IS A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION SERVING CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS. WE WILL BE MAKING IMPROVEMENTS TO THE CLASSROOMS AT SAMMY'S HOUSE BY ORGANIZING TOYS, BUILDING INDOOR CLASSROOM GATES, AND PUTTING UP A SCREEN DOOR IN ONE OF THE CLASSROOMS. THIS PROJECT WILL BENEFIT THE CHILDREN WHO ARE MEDICALLY FRAGILE, DEVELOPMENTALLY DELAYED, OR HAVE OTHER SPECIAL NEEDS. |
Project Leader: BRITTANY HILL |
Phone: 796-0606 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 20
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Volunteers Signed Up: 2 |
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46 |
Description:
WOOLRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CLEAN-UP |
When/ Where:
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 18TH, BEGINNING AT 3:00PM AND ENDING AT 5:00PM (2 HOUR DURATION).
AT WOOLRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT 1412 NORSEMAN TERRACE, AUSTIN 78758 |
Tools & Talents:
PLEASE BRING GARBAGE BAGS AND LATEX FREE GLOVES.
CASUAL CLOTHING RECOMMENDED.
ALL AGES WELCOME. |
Comments:
THE PROJECT WILL HELP ENCOURAGE A SENSE OF PRIDE AND OWNERSHIP IN THE CITIZENS OF AUSTIN, AND CREATE A CLEANER ENVIRONMENT FOR THE STUDENTS OF WOOLDRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. |
Project Leader: CAITLIN LAWS |
Phone: 239-410-9027 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 30
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Volunteers Signed Up: 26 |
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Description:
RIDGETOP GARDENS PROJECT |
When/ Where:
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 18TH,
BEGINNING AT 8:30AM AND ENDING AT 3:00PM.
AT RIDGETOP ELEMENTARY, 5005 CASWELL AVE., AUSTIN 78751 |
Tools & Talents:
PLEASE BRING GARDENING TOOLS.
WEAR CLOTHES SUITABLE FOR OUTDOOR GARDENING.
AGES: 12 TO 80 |
Comments:
CAMPUS BEAUTIFICATION AND GARDEN DEVELOPMENT. GIVE LOCAL STUDENTS OPPORTUNITIES TO IMPROVE THEIR SCIENCE SKILLS AND BEAUTIFY THEIR CAMPUS. THERE WILL BE A MIX OF ACTIVITIES, SOME PHYSICAL, SUCH AS HAULING MULCH OR DECOMPOSED GRANITE WITH A WHEELBARROW AND TEACHING A LESSON TO A GROUP OF STUDENTS (LESSON PLANS PROVIDED.) |
Project Leader: MARY CURRIER |
Phone: 841-1834 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 10
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Volunteers Signed Up: 1 |
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Description:
PLEASANT VALLEY POCKET PARK CLEAN-UP |
When/ Where:
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19TH, BEGINNING AT 9:00AM AND ENDING AT NOON.
AT THE END OF SOUTH PLEASANT VALLEY ROAD, SOUTH OF OLTORF. (CONTACT PROJECT LEADER FOR MAP,IF NEEDED) |
Tools & Talents:
TOOLS AND MATERIALS WILL BE PROVIDED. WEAR LONG SLEEVED SHIRT, LONG PANTS, AND STURDY SHOES.
AGES: 16 TO 60 |
Comments:
THIS SMALL PARK IS THE ONLY OPEN SPACE IN AN AREA FILLED WITH LARGE APARTMENT COMPLEXESAROUND THE INTERSECTION OF PLEASANT VALLEY AND OLTORF. IT WAS CLEARED AND IS MAINTAINED WITH VOLUNTEERS FROM NEIGHBORHOOD GROUPS. |
Project Leader: MALCOLM YEATTS |
Phone: 636-1840 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 35 or more
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Volunteers Signed Up: 50 |
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49 |
Description:
TRAIL & GREENBELT MAINTENANCE AT WESTCREEK |
When/ Where:
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19TH, BEGINNING AT 8:00AM AND ENDING BETWEEN 2:00 TO 4:00PM.
AT THE WESTCREEK POCKET PARK, WHERE THE TRAIL STARTS AT THE END OF BRUSH COUNTRY DRIVE. |
Tools & Talents:
BRING RAKES, WEED EATERS, CHOPPERS, AND GLOVES.
WEAR LONG PANTS AND LONG SLEEVES. |
Comments:
HELP TO PROVIDE PEOPLE & PETS
ACCESS TO NATURE. |
Project Leader: CHRIS SCHEXNAYDER |
Phone: 970-0844 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 20
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Volunteers Signed Up: 7 |
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50 |
Description:
AMERICAN YOUTHWORKS FALL CLEAN-UP |
When/ Where:
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19TH, BEGINNING AT 8:00AM AND ENDING AT 12:00 NOON.
AT AMERICAN YOUTHWORKS, 1901 E. BEN WHITE BLVD., AUSTIN 78741 |
Tools & Talents:
BRING DOLLIES TO MOVE STUFF, AND WEAR LONG PANTS WITH CLOSE TOE SHOES.
AGES: 12 AND UP |
Comments:
PROJECTS FOR THE DAY WILL INCLUDE MOVING SCHOOL SUPPLIES, FURNITURE, COMPUTERS, AND INVENTORY. AMERICAN YOUTHWORKS ASSISTS AUSTIN'S YOUNG ADULTS THROUGH EDUCATIONAL AND JOBS TRAINING PROGRAMS. BY HELPING US GET ORGANIZED WE'LL BE ABLE TO BETTER FULFILL OUR MISSION. |
Project Leader: TERENCE GAHAN |
Phone: 423-3646 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 20
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Volunteers Signed Up: 2 |
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Description:
BEAUTIFICATION OF THE ECP VILLAGE |
When/ Where:
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 20TH ONLY, BEGINNING AT 10:00AM AND ENDING AT 2:00PM.
AT THE JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER'S EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM'S PLAYGROUND AT 2700 WEST ANDERSON LANE, STE 602, AUSTIN, TX 78757 |
Tools & Talents:
GARDENING TOOLS AND OTHERS TO BE ANNOUNCED.
CLOTHING: WEAR SOMETHING THAT CAN GET DIRTY OR GET PAINT ON IT.
AGES: 18 AND UP |
Comments:
HELP US MAINTAIN OUR SCHOOL AND CREATE A POSITIVE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT. NO BREAKFAST, BUT SNACKS PROVIDED. |
Project Leader: KATHY GRAY |
Phone: 673-3788 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 40
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Volunteers Signed Up: 21 |
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Description:
TRAINING MENTORS, TUTORS, AND COUNSELLORS FOR AT RISK YOUTH |
When/ Where:
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 18TH, BEGINNING AT 2:00PM AND ENDING AT 4;00PM.
AT AISD'S (BEHAVIORAL)ALTERNATIVE LEARNING CENTER AT 901 NEAL, AUSTIN. |
Tools & Talents:
THINKING CAP AND COMMITMENT TO KIDS.
CLOTHES: BUSINESS ATTIRE |
Comments:
COME LEARN TO BE A MENTOR, TUTOR, OR CAREER COUNSELLOR FOR AT RISK YOUTH. HELP TO ENABLE AT RISK YOUTH TO GROW, DEVELOP, AND BECOME CONTRIBUTORS TO THE COMMUNITY.
ULTIMATE GOAL: TO ORGANIZE AN ON-GOING PROJECT OF ROTARY CLUB MEMBERS AS VOLUNTEERS. |
Project Leader: ADRIAN MOORE |
Phone: 627-6167 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 20 or more
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Volunteers Signed Up: 6 |
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Description:
NATIVE SEEDS FOR AUSTIN |
When/ Where:
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 20TH, FROM 9:30AM UNTIL 12:00NOON. AT THE MAYFIELD NATURE PRESERVE, AT 3505 WEST 35TH STREET IN AUSTIN. |
Tools & Talents:
PAPER BAGS AND CLOSED TOE SHOES. GREAT FOR KIDS AND ADULTS. 8 TO 10 KIDS (5 TO 7 YEARS OLD) ALONG WITH 8 TO 10 ADULTS AS PARENT/GUARDIAN SUPERVISORS |
Comments:
NATIVE GRASS SEED RESTORATION PROJECT. COLLECT INLAND SEA OATS GRASS SEEDS AND RELOCATE TO MAYFIELD NATURE PRESERVE. THE PRESERVE HAS EXPERIENCED EXTENSIVE TREE REMOVAL AND NEEDS MORE NATIVE DIVERSITY. |
Project Leader: RENE BARRERA |
Phone: 974-6770 |
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| Volunteers Needed: 20
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Volunteers Signed Up: 20 |
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