HUDSON VALLEY, NY \u2014 Each week, Patch will be highlighting volunteer opportunities in the Lower Hudson Valley, courtesy of Volunteer New York!. This is a chance to help your community and be an opportunity to give back \u2014 perhaps in a way you didn’t consider before. <\/p>\n
This week, we are putting the spotlight on some opportunities in the Hudson Valley. Earth Day Volunteers<\/a><\/p>\n <\/a>Celebrate Earth Day by giving back to the community and caring for the planet with the Boys and Girls Club of Mount Vernon! Enthusiastic volunteers are needed to help bring this family-friendly event to life by assisting with setup and cleanup, children’s activities and crafts, and distributing snacks and other goodies to guests. Perfect for teens 14+ who need community service. Spring Community Cleanups<\/a><\/p>\n <\/a>At this town-wide cleanup, volunteers will pick up trash and debris, as well as plant flowers and cherry trees. Then, volunteers are invited to the Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library for an educational webinar, refreshments, and a raffle for cleanup participants. Registration required. Volunteer New York! signature event<\/p>\n New Rochelle Parks Clean-Up Weekend<\/a>During this annual event, volunteers are encouraged to join their neighbors with preparing the City of New Rochelle’s parks for warmer weather. Activities include debris pick-up, trail and path clearing, weeding, and more. This is a great project for groups and families. 10th Anniversary Birthday Bash Face Painters<\/a><\/p>\n
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Date: 4\/23 from 3:30-6:30 p.m.
Organization: Boys and Girls Club of Mount Vernon
Location: Mount Vernon<\/p>\n
Date: 4\/25 from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Organization: Town of Rye
Location: Throughout Rye and Port Chester<\/p>\n
Date: 4\/25-4\/26 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Organization: Volunteer New York! and New Rochelle Parks and Recreation Department
Location: Throughout New Rochelle<\/p>\n