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“In 2007, the city suffered from the ravages of a devastating flood...In the aftermath, Keep Grapevine Beautiful stepped up...This was the most cohesive, incredible grassroots project ever accomplished and one that will make our citizens proud to live in Grapevine and be part of this unique community.”

- William D. Tate-


Mayor of Grapevine

 

Upcoming Events

 

Volunteer Opportunities - May - June 2013

Event/Project Time Requirements Volunteers Task
Ongoing Senior Movers Varied Days & Times *Valid Texas Driver's License.

*Safe Driving Record 		The Senior Movers Program was developed by the Senior Activities Center to help transport local seniors to medical appointments. The program is organized and run through the Senior Activity Center, but relies heavily on volunteers.  Volunteer drivers choose the days, hours and distance that they drive and are called upon to drive on an as-needed basis. If you or someone you know is interested, please contact Sandra at 817.410.3465
Saturday, May 11 Mad Hatter's
Mom n' Me Tea

Botanical Gardens 
411 Ball Street 		9 AM - NOON

NOON- 3 PM

3 PM- 6 PM 		*2 Volunteers per shift.

*Black pants & crisp white shirt

Volunteers will assist in preparing, serving and cleaning up after each session is served.

Sign Up – cpowell@grapevinetexas.gov
Mon- Wed

May 13-15
 Tree Farm Clean Up

Intersection of  Shady Brook & Dove Loop		 3-6 PM
ALL DAYS
* Physical Work

*Organizational skills helpful

Volunteers will assist in organizing a variety of plants, shrubs and trees. Repotting, weeding, raking, watering.

(Groups of 10 or more can be accommodated at a different time frame.)

Sign Up – mjtellin@grapevinetexas.gov
Mon- Wed

May 20-22

Beach Clean Up

Meadowmere Park
3300 Meadowmere Lane		 6 – 10 PM * Physical Work

*Sunscreen needed 		Volunteers will help us rake a beach/swim area that has recently been opened.  The goal is to clear small rocky rubble, twigs, etc.

(Groups of 10 or more can be accommodated at a different time frame.)

Sign Up – mjtellin@grapevinetexas.gov
Saturday, June 8


National Marina’s Day

Scott’s Landing
Silverlake Marina		 8 AM- NOON

* 4 volunteers per marina

* Some lifting required

* Great customer service
Volunteers will assist boaters and members as they unload items they want to recycle or repurpose.  Also hand out information on water quality and conservation, boating safety, sell beach towels and windbreakers.

Sign Up – mjtellin@grapevinetexas.gov
Sunday,
June 23

 Bear Creek Disc Golf Course ‘Trash” Tourney 9 AM - 1 PM

* Good organizer
* Great customer service
 Volunteers needed to run all aspects of the tournament. Players will engage in tournament play and gain points for the number of bags or butts they pick up off the course. Fun event!  Cool Prizes!

Sign Up – mjtellin@grapevinetexas.gov


Other Projects That Can Be Done ANYTIME

Botanical Gardens- Several hundred caladium bulbs need to be planted throughout the garden.  All tools and training will be provided. Volunteers are needed for 2-4 hours.

Botanical Gardens- A single volunteer or small team of volunteers are needed to pain the wrought iron fence that encircles a portion of the gardens. All tools and training will be provided. Attention to detail is important.

Meadowmere Park – we are looking for a team of 2 – 4 to assist in painting 2 shade structures, guardrail and pipe rail. All supplies provided. Must be physically fit enough to work outside and endure the elements.  Project time estimated at 6 hours.

Acorn Woods – a team of 2 is needed to assist in stenciling numbers (large, 12 inch size) on to the side of 10 picnic tables at Acorn Woods Park. This park is located inside Oak Grove Sports complex.  Attention to detail and neatness is required. Bending, kneeling is necessary.  All supplies will be provided.  Project time estimated at 4 hours.

Meadowmere Park / Rockledge Park – a team of 2 or more is needed to assist in installing ‘reserved’ signs at several picnic sites within these two parks. Operation of a smaller gas-power auger is required along with common hand tools.  Training will be provided.  Project time estimated at 2 – 3 days.

Data Entry – a data entry project is available that entails entering data relevant to grant opportunities.  Excel spreadsheets are utilized.  All information is provided on hard copy and needs to be transferred to a database.  This work can be done from your home. Project time estimated at 3 – 5 days.

Vineyards Campground – we are looking for a team of 2 to assist in painting shade structures in the park.  Neatness counts.  All supplies provided. Must be physically fit enough to work outside and endure the elements.  These volunteer hours are Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday between 11 AM – 3 PM. Project time estimated at 5 days.


PLEASE CONTACT Mary Jo Tellin at mjtellin@grapevinetexas.gov or call 817-410-3490 to make arrangements.
 

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