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20 people are interested
Chinese New Year Activity Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Lan Su Chinese Garden
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20 people are interested
Assist with Lan Su Chinese Garden's 2 week Chinese New Year celebration. Welcome visitors at garden entry points; Help visitors of all ages participate with simple, Chinese-inspired hands-on art activities. This busy festival sees over 10,000 people. Volunteers must be friendly, outgoing, be comfortable in relating simple instructions, work well in a busy environment, and ability to stand in the outdoors for a 2-3 hour shift.
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About Lan Su Chinese Garden
Location:
239 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR 97209, US
Mission Statement
The mission of Lan Su Chinese Garden is to cultivate an oasis of tranquil beauty and harmony to inspire, engage, and educate our global community in the appreciation of a richly authentic Chinese culture.
Description
Lan Su Chinese Garden is one of Portland's treasures - a powerfully inspiring experience that takes you through time, offering a window into Chinese culture, history, and way of thinking. Opened in 2000, Lan Su is an authentic Suzhou-style classical Chinese garden with over 300 species of Chinese cultivar plants. Architecture, stone, water, and poetry complete the garden. Built with materials directly from China by Chinese garden designers and artisans, it is an oasis of nature and tranquility in the midst of the city. Lan Su is open 7 days a week for visitors to enjoy. Join our volunteer team committed to creating memorable experiences for our visitors.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
239 NW Everett StreetPortland, OR 97209
DATE POSTED
January 18, 2018
SKILLS
- People Skills
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 16
- Orientation or Training
- 2 - 3 hour shifts
- Interest in Chinese culture; facilitating activities with children and families