Calendar of Events

Opportunities for YOU to volunteer!

To get involved with any of the events listed below, contact us at 874-7499 or volunteer@GoColumbiaMo.com.

Monday and Tuesday evenings, November 30 through March 16, Special Olympics/Adapted Sports Basketball: Volunteers are needed to practice from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at New Haven Elementary School gym. Volunteers should be positive and encouraging, and agree to help for the duration of the basketball season. Volunteers are asked to complete a Class A volunteer form and bring with them a copy of their drivers license to the first session. Learn more by contacting Jody Cook at 874-7312 or jfcrane@GoColumbiaMo.com.

Saturday, December 5: Santa Hotline volunteers are needed, in two hour shifts, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. to answer phones from children calling to share their wish lists with Santa, Mrs Claus and their elves. The hotline will be answered at Paquin Towers. Let us know if you, or your group, would like to help by calling 874-7499 or email us. This opportunity is filled, thanks for looking!

Thursday, December 31: First Night Columbia is seeking numerous volunteers, at multiple downtown locations, to serve two-hour shifts as children's art assistants, ushers and ticket sales. We are also seeking site Ambassadors for longer shifts to work with staff and event-goers helping with a variety of tasks. This is a great volunteer opportunity for individuals, families, and groups, so let us know by calling 874-7499 or email us, if you are interested! Y

Sundays, beginning January 31 through May 23: Special Olympics Adapted Swimming: Volunteers are needed to practice from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Hickman High School pool. Volunteers should be positive and encouraging, and agree to help for the duration of the swim season. Swim background not a requirement but helpful. Must be strong in the water. Volunteers are asked to complete a Class A volunteer form and bring with them a copy of their drivers license to the first session. Learn more by contacting Jody Cook at 874-7312 or jfcrane@GoColumbiaMo.com.

Thursday, Jan. 28, Saturday, Jan. 30 and Tuesday, Feb. 2: TreeKeepers 2010 Class at the ARC, 1701 W. Ash. The Thursday and Tuesday sessions will be from 6-8:30 with Saturday's session from 8:30-1:00. To apply click on this link to the TreeKeepers webpage, then click the on-line application link at the top of the page, or call 874-7499 or email us!

Mondays, March 1, 8 and 15: C.A.R.P. 2010 Class from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. at The ARC, 1701 W. Ash. Follow the C.A.R.P. link above for information and to complete an application.

Saturday, April 24, 2010: Cleanup Columbia 2010

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To learn about these volunteer activities, call 874-7499 or e-mail volunteer@GoColumbiaMo.com.

Updated 11-16-2009