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VOLUNTEER NEWSLETTER M
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FROM TONY’S DESKWhat a summer it has been! Did you know that over 35 teen volunteers have assisted at more than 100 camps and classes? Additionally, Center Stage Theatre held their annual Encore Awards celebration, dozens of you joined us for the Summer Art Fair and Hands-On History Weekends at our museums, and it was a blast to limbo and hula with many of you at our Volunteer Appreciation Luau on July 29!
Change Coming!I am pleased to announce a new and exciting change for our volunteers. A change that means a new form of communication, and the end of this quarterly newsletter. You guessed it! We’re launching a Volunteer page on our MCFTA website – starting November 1!A traditional newsletter limited us to communicating with our valued volunteers only four times per year. This made it impossible to ensure the latest needs were made known to our 800+ volunteers in a timely manner. The new webpage will let you view our most up-to-date volunteer opportunities and provide feedback whenever you like. With the click of a mouse you’ll be able to sign up for the spots that interest you, and expand your volunteering horizons! We’ll still send periodic emails letting you know about specific needs and reminding you to check the website. And, I’m always happy to discuss, either in person or by phone, how we can put your time and talents to good use.~ Tony SerraVolunteer and Donor Services [email protected] x 1215
PS: Use the shortcut www.mcfta.org/volunteers to go straight to our new Volunteer page. Look for it starting November 1!
MARK YOUR CALENDAR!Taste of Volunteering September 17 • 6:30 – 8:30 pmJanuary 14, 2015 • 6:30 – 8:30 pm
New and current volunteers can explore exciting opportunities and meet new friends during this overview, which includes a special volunteer-related building tour! Come learn about volunteering onstage and behind the scenes, singing in our choirs, helping in the museums, and much, much more! Meet in the Saints & Sinners Lounge. For ages 12 and up. Space is limited, and pre-registration is appreciated. Reserve your spot with the Ticket Office: 800-523-7649.
VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHTCenter Stage Theatre recently held its “Encore Awards” to acknowledge the many volunteers who work both on stage and behind the scenes. Here are the major award recipients for our 2013-2014 season:
JO HARRIGAN CAREER AWARD: Susie Polito
CAPARON AWARD FOR TECHNICAL EXCELLENCE: Mary Jane Wagner
THE WEE KINDERSPIEL AWARD: Karen & Mark Bradford
OUTSTANDING ENSEMBLE OF THE YEAR: Les Misérables, directed by Carol Rumba
Susie Polito
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UPCOMING VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:ALDEN B. DOW MUSEUM OF SCIENCE & ARTContact Emmy Mills: [email protected] | 631-5930 x 1401
CENTER STAGE THEATREContact Katy Gaertner: [email protected] | 631-5930 x 1245
CASTING FORUMSeptember 25 • 7 pmAppropriate for new or seasoned directors. Taught by Laura Brigham, a casting director with over 100 credits. FREE! Reserve your spot with the Ticket Office: 800-523-7649.
BACKSTAGE PASSOctober 5 • 1 – 4 pm February 22, 2015 • 1 – 4 pmLearn about the behind-the-scenes details that go into producing a show from the Center Stage Staff. Perfect for beginners who want to learn more about the magic of theatre! FREE! Reserve your spot with the Ticket Office: 800-523-7649.
STAGE MANAGEMENT FORUMOctober 7 • 7 pmCurrent and interested Stage Managers are invited to this roundtable discussion. Facilitated by Kristen O’Connor and Katy Gaertner. FREE! Reserve your spot with the Ticket Office: 800-523-7649.
Upcoming Auditions: HOLES (PEANUT GALLERY)
IN FIELDS WHERE THEY LAY (OFF-CENTER STAGE)
GRIMSTONE’S GLORY (YOUTH CAST)
THE MOMOLOGUES
MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING Complete audition details at www.mcfta.org/auditions.
Backstage OpportunitiesSHREK THE MUSICAL DROP-IN BUILD OPPORTUNITIES! August 19 & 26 • 1 – 9 pm September 4 & 11 • 1 – 9 pmOur set designers have dreamed up a kingdom far, far away – and we need YOUR help to make it happen! This is a drop-in event; feel free to come and go as your schedule allows, and bring friends and family! No skills required.
Wear close-toed shoes & clothing that can get dirty. Ages 16 and up only.
AREA PLANNINGFriday afternoon/evening: Help staff mark booth areas in lobbyTime commitment: 2- to 3-hour slots on Friday
REGISTRATIONHelp assemble & deliver artist information packetsTime commitment: Friday afternoon & 8 – 10 am on Saturday
SWEET SHOP BAKE SALEHelp package and sell treats! Time commitment: Friday afternoon & 2-hour slots on Saturday & Sunday
November 22 • 9 am – 5 pmNovember 23 • 12 – 4 pm
HOSPITALITYGreet and provide breaks for artists Time commitment: 2-hour slots on Saturday & Sunday
INFORMATIONGreet visitors & answer their questions Time commitment: 2-hour slots on Saturday & Sunday
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“INTERMISSION” THE MUSEUM STOREContact Tony Serra: [email protected] 631-5930 x 1215 to schedule an initial interview
Calling all interested Museum Store Volunteers! We’re looking for individuals with these qualities:• Strong customer service interest• Enthusiastic team player• Computer savvy• Attention to detail• Able to commit to at least two shifts per month• Prior retail experience is not requiredDoes that sound like you? Give Tony a call!
This could be
YOU!
EDUCATIONContact Sarah Brandt: [email protected] | 631-5930 x 1299
HOLIDAY DECORATINGHelp create holiday wonderlands for our visitors!
Bradley Home DecoratingThird week of November • TBDContact Stephanie Lewandowski at [email protected], 631-5930 x 1600 to sign up.
MCFTA Holiday DecoratingEarly December • TBDContact Tony Serra at [email protected], 989-631-5930 x 1215 to sign up.
People Dancing Saturday November 15 • 12:30 – 1:45 pmTicket taker
Study Sketch Sculpt Saturday December 6 • 11 am – 12:30 pmCraft assistants
Education Program Presenters2014-2015 School YearDo you have a love for science or history that you’d enjoy sharing with local students? Our Education Department has programs that travel to schools and we’re looking for volunteers with advanced communication skills, and the ability to effectively present information to students grades K – 9. Specific program training provided. Teaching and/or group management experience is helpful. You must pass a criminal background check and have reliable transportation.• Chemistry• Anatomy• Astronomy• Art• Static Electric Energy• Clay/Pottery• Historic (Civil War)
Shadow Box Workshop September 27 • 9:45 am – 1 pmCraft assistants
American Girl Fashion Show – a fundraiser for youthVolunteers needed September 29 – October 12! Contact: [email protected] with your interests in the following areas:• Assistant model coordinators• Assistant stage manager • Greeter/model check-in station• Costume fitters• Prepare goodie bags• Raffle table• Post-show clean-upBackstage volunteers for this event must be women.
October 18 • 11 am – 2 pmVolunteer opportunities include: • Grandstand activities: 5 – 10 volunteers• Team and staff refreshment zone: 2 – 4 volunteers• Distance markers: 5 volunteers
Located at Midland County Fairgrounds
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MIDLAND COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYContact Stephanie Lewandowski: [email protected] | 631-5930 x 1600
Photo by Al Kumm1874 Bradley Home
Hands-On HistoryMCHS has exciting new programming and is looking for volunteers to help make it happen!On the third weekend of each month, Heritage Park has themed, family-friendly activities to let visitors explore, appreciate and conserve our unique local heritage. Upcoming dates and topics are listed below!
VICTORIAN HEALTH: PATENT MEDICINES & QUACKS!September 20, 2014
THE CARRIAGE HOUSE COLLECTIONOctober 18, 2014
IT’S ABOUT TIME!November 15, 2014
HOLIDAY REFLECTIONSDecember 20, 2014
Heritage Park
COLLECTIONS & ARCHIVES We are seeking detail-oriented individuals to assist with a significant project of unpacking, shelving, and cataloging thousands of artifacts.
GARDENSHelp maintain the gardens of Heritage Park for all our visitors to enjoy.
HOUSEKEEPINGThe Bradley Home Museum needs housekeepers to come in on a monthly basis to sweep, dust, vacuum, and polish silver.
PHOTOGRAPHSWe are looking for individuals who enjoy sorting, organizing and labeling photos of MCHS happenings. We are also looking for photographers to capture the current continuing changes in Midland County.
MIDLAND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRAContact Tony Serra: [email protected] | 631-5930 x 1215
Help keep our symphony sound!! The Midland Symphony Orchestra needs volunteers to help throughout its season. • Selling raffle tickets at concerts• Organizing guest artist luncheons• Lending a hand at MSO fundraisers Contact Tony to discuss your interests and availability.
DRAWING WINNERSDrawings will resume in September with all-new 2014-2015 season prizes! Don’t forget to enter your name into the drawing each time you volunteer at MCFTA! Drawing boxes are located in the volunteer break room, in the green rooms of both theatres, and at the Midland County Historical Society! No matter where you’re lending a hand, you have a chance to win!
AB Dow Museum and Museum Store volunteer benefits:
• 6 hours = one free admission voucher to the Museum• 15 hours = 50% off coupon for the Museum Store
• 20 hours = free Individual Membership ($55 value!)• 30 hours = free Family Membership ($75 value!)
Thank you for all you do for Midland Center for the Arts and your community!
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