- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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7 people are interested
Cambridge Arts Open Studios Volunteers
ORGANIZATION: Cambridge Arts Council
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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7 people are interested
Cambridge Arts is pleased to announce the 9th annual Cambridge Arts Open Studios, an event showcasing visual, performing, and literary artists active in all neighborhoods of Cambridge. During one spectacular weekend in May 2017, more than 150 Cambridge based artists working in all media will participate in this celebration of art at approximately 85 venues throughout the city.
Cambridge Arts is seeking volunteers to assist with operations during Cambridge Arts Open Studios, to take place Saturday, May 13th and Sunday, May 14th, 2017 between 12 PM and 6 PM. Volunteers will serve as representatives of the Cambridge Arts Council and Open Studios. Duties include common venue supervision, visitor directory, brochure distribution, and more.
Qualifications: Candidates must have an enthusiasm for community arts and engagement with the public and the ability to commit to one to two three-hour shifts of volunteer time. Two shifts are preferred but not required.
Work Schedule: Saturday, May 13th and/or Sunday, May 14th between 12 PM and 6 PM each day. Shifts are three hours each and volunteers are encouraged to work at least two shifts if possible. Additionally, all volunteers are required to attend the Volunteer Planning Pizza Party on Wednesday, May 10th from 6-8 PM. This event will serve as an orientation for Open Studios volunteers during which they will have the opportunity to meet other participants, receive job assignments, and enjoy some pizza.
More opportunities with Cambridge Arts Council
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Cambridge Arts Council
Location:
344 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02139, US
Mission Statement
Cambridge Arts' mission is to enhance the lives of the city's citizens through the arts; stimulate public awareness of and support of the arts; preserve and celebrate the diverse cultural heritage of Cambridge; commission art; display art in public places; create artist employment opportunities; identify areas of Cambridge life in which the arts are lacking; serve as a liaison between organizations and coordinate services; sponsor festivals, celebrations, conferences, and symposia to promote the arts; and develop ways to improve the aesthetic experience of living, working, and playing in the city.
Description
The Cambridge Arts Council is the official arts agency for the City of Cambridge, MA. Established by City ordinance in 1974 and incorporated as a public non-profit in 1976, CAC's mission is to ensure that the arts remain vital for people living, working and visiting Cambridge. As both a service and presenting organization, CAC accomplishes this mission by stimulating public awareness of and support for the arts, preserving and celebrating the City's diverse cultural heritage, displaying art in public places, and developing opportunities to improve the overall aesthetic experience for residents and visitors of Cambridge.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
344 Broadway2nd FloorCambridge, MA 02139
DATE POSTED
April 11, 2017
SKILLS
- Networking
- Organization
- People Skills
- Public Speaking
- Multi-Tasking
GOOD FOR
- Kids
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Orientation or Training
- 5-15 hours
- Any volunteer under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult