Volunteer GuidelinesDear Volunteer,We invite you to become a part of the Festival Family by joining us as a volunteer. Whether you are greeting people, soliciting auction items, registering guests, setting or cleaning up, or decorating, each and every person involved is an important part of the celebration. An incredible number of people have given their time, energy and resources to make our past Festivals successful. We are very grateful to be a part of such a caring community. Events include:
What to WearPlease wear comfortable shoes. White or light colored blouse or shirt is recommended with black or dark pants or skirt. Meals and Breaks:In the spirit of raising money for the organizations please remember you are here to volunteer, so please hydrate and eat prior to your shift. There is a refrigerator available to store your sack meals. AFTER YOUR SHIFT, if you are working in the evening at the Culinary or Gala Event, there may be an opportunity to sample some of the food items. Please check with Mary Lynne before doing so. Alcohol Beverages:OLCC will be present. There is NO drinking of alcohol beverages during your shift. Also, there is absolutely no alcohol beverages in the reception area. When bussing of tables no one under 18 years of age can touch a wine glass with alcohol in it. Tables must be bused by someone over 18 years of age and with a current OLCC license. Joining in on the Festivities:Please check with Mary Lynne before ending your shift. After your shift if you would like to sit or stand in the back or join your friends you are welcome to. Please remember that our guests come first. Sitting is reserved for attendees. Please be aware when you see a guest looking for a seat. Touring the Bear Hotel:For security reasons only authorized personnel or scheduled volunteers can enter the Bear Hotel during set up. Please do not bring friends and family to tour the hotel prior, after, or during your shift. If someone stops by who is not a scheduled volunteer you are to contact the Bear Hotel Staff. What will you do?Job assignments are based on your requests and the information you provide on the volunteer form. All jobs require your full attention so please do not bring children with you. ConfirmationPrior to the Festival, each volunteer will receive a confirmation phone call regarding the date and time they are scheduled to help. Volunteers will also be notified as to the check-in location. If you cannot help at the designated time, please contact Mary Lynne DeRocher mlderocher@soastc.org seventy-two hours prior to your designated shift.Volunteers must be at least 14 years of age. Please go to the Volunteer Form to see job descriptions.Thank you! |
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