- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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2 people are interested
Volunteer at Doors Open at the Milwaukee Public Library!
ORGANIZATION: Milwaukee Public Library
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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2 people are interested
It’s that time of year again! When historic locations throughout Milwaukee open their doors for one weekend giving the public an inside look at their historic and beautiful interiors.
Doors Open Weekend is coming up on September 22-23, 2018, and the Milwaukee Public Library is looking for volunteers to help out.
The Central Library will be participating giving guests behind-the-scenes tours of the Green Roof, 4th Floor, Rotunda Dome, and Storage Tiers in addition to open viewings of the Old Board Room, Rare Books Room, and Chinese Room.
We're looking for volunteers to help with welcoming people and escorting guests to the different tour areas. Volunteer shifts are available in the morning, midday, and afternoon in 2-4 blocks on both Saturday, September 22 and Sunday, September 23.
HOW TO BECOME A VOLUNTEER:
Complete an Online Volunteer Application at mpl.org/about/volunteer by Monday, September 10
WHEN:
Saturday, September 22 (10:00am - 5:00)
Sunday, September 23 (12:00 - 5:00pm)
**Morning, midday, and afternoon shifts available both days
REQUIREMENTS:
- Ages 16 and older
- Friendly, outgoing personality
Questions? Contact Danielle Wrobleski, the Lbrary Volunteer Coordinator at (414) 286-3077 or MPLVolunteer@milwaukee.gov
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About Milwaukee Public Library
Location:
814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53233, US
Mission Statement
The Milwaukee Public Library is a vital public resource that believes free and open information, materials, and services are essential to fostering creativity, discovery, literacy, and learning while enhancing life throughout our community. We are an anchor institution that helps build healthy families and vibrant neighborhoods - the foundation of a strong and thriving Milwaukee. At the Milwaukee Public Library, inspirations starts here - we help people, read, learn, and connect.
Description
As an organization, we are committed to Creating a City of Readers & Lifelong Learners, Anchoring Healthy & Vibrant Neighborhoods, and Contributing to a Strong Milwaukee.
With 13 branch locations throughout Milwaukee, we serve a population of over 595,000 individuals. We house a collection of over 2.5 million items in print, digital, and media. Each year we welcome over 2 million visitors and offer over 6,000 free programs for children, teens, and adults, throughout our community.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Milwaukee Public Library814 W. Wisconsin AVeMilwaukee, WI 53233
DATE POSTED
September 6, 2018
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Ushering
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- 2-4 hours