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Flexible Schedule
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Westminster, CO 80030
Program is called Citizenship Class, will be hosted Saturday mornings 10:30am-noon at the Irving Street Library. Volunteers will co-teach material necessary for students to pass the U.S. Citizenship test. Classes are open to all people interested in learning more about U.S. government. Volunteers will attend citizenship teacher training. Volunteers will assist with outreach. Volunteers will prepare lesson plans with materials provided by library staff. Trainin g: One-hour overview of the citizenship test viewed online at the library or at home. Individual time to become familiar with the test and teaching materials. Observing the ongoing class.
Date Posted: Jul 25, 2022
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Flexible Schedule
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Westminster, CO 80031
Westy Tree Steward Trees in the city are facing the dual challenges of Emerald Ash Borer and other emerging pests along with climate change. These challenges will significantly alter the existing canopy while also presenting opportunities to diversify our trees with more appropriate species for our environment. Westy Tree Stewards will not only assist in caring for City-owned trees, they will work to maintain and grow the urban tree canopy on private property. Approximately 98% of all trees in Westminster are located on private property. Westy Tree Stewards play a very important role in communicating with property owners about actions they can take to contribute to a healthy and resilient urban forest. Activities Educational & hands-on training Tree planting Tree watering Installing tree wrap Tree monitoring Small tree pruning Tree mulching Assist with community tree planting programs Tree advocacy Insect & disease monitoring Public awareness & education regarding tree issues Assist with Arbor Day celebrations
Date Posted: Jul 26, 2022
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Flexible Schedule
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Westminster, CO 80030
Open Space Projects Volunteer The primary purpose of the Westminster Open Space Program is to preserve and protect open space areas. Volunteer work could include tree planting, trail building, fence construction, tree removal, wetland mitigation, landscaping, weed management, etc. Open Space volunteer projects are held on Saturday, 8:30-11:30 a.m. The dates vary throughout the year, with a project calendar available for registration. Projects are scheduled year-round, weather permitting. Volunteers are asked to commit for one year. However, volunteers are only asked to register for those projects which fit into their schedules. There is no minimum number of projects or hours required, but incentives are given for volunteer hours worked. Most projects require 16 years of age or older, unless accompanied by a parent or guardian. All abilities are welcome, with training and/or task assignments made before each project.
Date Posted: Jun 28, 2022
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Flexible Schedule
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Westminster, CO 80030
The City of Westminster is partnering with Growing Home to address the increase in food insecurity nationwide. Growing Home’s volunteer-run Food Pantry serves hundreds of individuals with fresh, healthy, and culturally-relevant foods. We have different volunteer opportunity schedules: Pantry Stocking: -Monday: 9am-12:30pm and 12:30-3:00pm -Thursday: 8:30am-12:30pm and 12:30-3:00pm Unloading a large amount of food into the food pantry Cleaning/sanitizing Organizing/stocking shelves Food Pantry: -Tuesday to Saturday: 8:30am-12:30am Lifting/stocking food Help families choose their food support foot and vehicle traffic Support families in the waiting room Monitor the number of families Cleaning/sanitizing Please visit our website for more information on how to become a volunteer!
Date Posted: Jun 28, 2022
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Flexible Schedule
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Westminster, CO 80030
This position involves sitting with your trained dog (see qualifications below) while beginner/struggling readers read books out loud. Children have 15 minute private sessions, with a maximum of four children per evening or afternoon session. Availability: Handlers are encouraged to sign up for one 2 hr shift per month, possibly more as needed. Sessions are: every Monday afternoon, and the second and fourth Saturday afternoons of each month. Teams must be certified through a nationally recognized therapy organization, preferably R.E.A.D. certified. The dogs must be friendly and reliable around little children. Handlers must love books and working with beginner readers. Handlers are not required to correct the readers, though gentle encouragement may be helpful.
Date Posted: Jun 28, 2022
