Make a Difference Day - October 26

Make a Difference Day - October 26

Oct. 26, 2013, is the 23rd annual Make A Difference Day, the nation’s largest day of community service. Transylvania traditionally has between 3-12 service projects on that day.   Some projects are limited to members of a given organization, and some are open for anyone to join. 

If your student group would like to host or participate in a project, visit this page

If you are not part of a group doing a service project, and you would like to volunteer as an individual with a project, visit this page.

For more information about Transylvania's efforts, contact Karen Anderson, kanderson@transy.edu


For more information about the national movement, visit the USA Today website.

Transylvania Blood Drive - October 31

 

 Transylvania Blood Drive - October 31

There will be a blood drive on Thursday, October 31, from 10:30 am - 4:30 pm in the Campus Center. Opportunities to sign up for a donation appointment include:

• visit the Kentucky Blood Center's blood drive schedule and search Fayette County events for the drive at Transylvania on October 31
• Stop by the Office of Community Service and Civic Engagement table at the Health and Wellness Fair on Oct 17, 10 am - 2 pm in the Campus Center Gym.
• contact Barton Lynch, Student Blood Drive Coordinator, bhlynch16@transy.edu or Karen Anderson, Transylvania University Blood Drive Coordinator, 233-8182.

There will be a special drawing just for students who make double red donations!

10/17 update - there are only 15 whole blood and 3 double red donation times available!  Please check to make sure that you qualify to donate blood by checking the KBC website here and here. If you don't qualify, please allow someone who does qualify to sign up for a donation time.

Thanks!!!

Winterblitz 2013 Training - November 16

Winterblitz 2013 Training - November 16

Winterblitz mobilizes volunteers to help people in need by preparing their homes for winter.  Training will take place on Saturday, November 16, at 8 am at the Community Action Council, 913 Georgetown Street, Lexington KY.  For more information or to sign up, visit their Facebook page.

BTW Reading Tutors - ASAP

BTW Reading Tutors - ASAP

 

 

Booker T Washington Intermediary School need volunteers to come in for 30 minutes a day and help kids with 1:1 reading.  I. Because reading would be more than a  one time event, volunteers would need to apply and have a background check.  They can learn more here: http://www.fcps.net/administration/departments/family-community/volunteering   The contact for this is Tay Harkless, tayytay@ymail.com  

BTW Dream Academy Career Mentors - ASAP

BTW Dream Academy Career Mentors - ASAP

The Dream Academy of Booker T Washington Intermediate School learned what sort of careers their students would like to pursue. They are looking for people to talk to their children about careers, both current practitioners and college students studying to go into a given profession.  Ideally, they would like to have an event once a month for several months.  This would be a great mentoring opportunity! The contact for this is Tay Harkless, tayytay@ymail.com 

RESULTS Meeting - October 5

RESULTS Meeting - October 5

RESULTS is a grassroots advocacy organization works to create the political will to end hunger and poverty. A RESULTS volunteer group is forming in Lexington-it equips everyday people with the knowledge and training to effectively engage Congress, the media and the community on issues affecting people in poverty in the U.S. and around the world. The meeting will include an overview of RESULTS’ work, advocacy skills to help you create the political will for change, and information on how you can get involved. The ultimate goal is to end poverty in America. The meeting will take place Saturday, October 5, from 4-5 pm.  RSVP to Maranda Miller, marandalmiller@gmail.com  to learn meeting location.To learn more about RESULTS, visit www.results.org. 

Note: RESULTS is a nonprofit, grassroots advocacy 501(c)(4) organization supporting specific anti-poverty legislation, but they also have a 501 (c)(3) organization

 

AmeriCorps Lunch Table - November 5

AmeriCorps Lunch Table - November 5

 

11/4/13 Update - This event is being postponed.  Please check back for rescheduled date.
Thanks! 
 

 

Leslie Bartley, TU '13 and AmeriCorps/FRYSC Corps Reading Coach at Tates Creek Middle School will be on campus November 5, from 12:30-1:30 pm.  She will speak about her AmeriCorps experience, so far. Karen Anderson will have additional information about AmeriCorps programs. We will grab a table in the Forrer Cafeteria, so watch for the sign on the table. For more information, contact Karen Anderson, kanderson@transy.edu

 

 

 

Iron Jawed Angels Viewing - October 6

Iron Jawed Angels Viewing - October 6 

 

 

League of Women Voters and the Lexington Public Library will host a public viewing of Iron Jawed Angels, a film about the struggle for women to obtain the right to vote.  It will begin at 2 pm at the Lexington Downtown Library. Transylvania student Abby Reed and members of VOICE will lead the discussion a the end of the movie.  For more information, contact Karen Anderson, kanderson@transy.edu

 

Jesus Prom - November 8

Jesus Prom - November 8

The annual Jesus Prom at Southland Christian Church is for physically and/or mentally challenged adults. The event will be from 6:30 to 10 p.m. on Nov. 8. There are many different volunteer jobs and plenty of spots left, so visit this link to sign up. If you have any questions, contact Olivia Oakley at (606) 233-6916 or ojoakley15@transy.edu.

PTA 5K – October 20

PTA 5K – October 20

 

On October 20^th at 2:30 P.M. the 16^th District PTA is holding a 5K at Coldstream Park in Lexington. There will also be a 1 mile fun run at 1:30 P.M. The race is a way to promote healthy lifestyles and raise funds for PTAs throughout Fayette County. The 16^th District PTA is looking for race participants and volunteers. Register at https://runsignup.com/Race/KY/Lexington/16thDistrictPTA5K. Registration for the fun run is $10 for children (under 18) and $20 for adults. Registration for the 5K is $20 for children and $25 for adults. Interested volunteers can sign up at http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C4DACA729A4FA7-3rdannual.

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Fostering Goodwill Run for Independence 5K – October 19

Fostering Goodwill Run for Independence 5K – October 19

Fostering Goodwill is hosting a Run for Independence 5K on October 19^th at 9:00 A.M. at Commonwealth Stadium in Lexington. The race is being held to raise awareness for foster youth who are transitioning from the foster care system to independence. Pre-registration cost for the 5K is $20 or $15 for students with valid ID. Registration cost on race day is $25. Participants can download the registration form and find payment information at http://www.fosteringgoodwill.org/5K_2013.html. If you would like to volunteer at the race, contact info@fosteringgoodwill.org.

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Lexington Center Museum & Gallery - October 5- January 26

Lexington Center Museum & Gallery  -  October 5- January 26

Lexington Center Museum & Gallery is seeking volunteers to help guide visitors through Titanic’s voyage during Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition.  The exhibition opens October 5 and runs through January 26.    Volunteer opportunities will be available seven days a week, and will be scheduled in 4-hour shifts.  Specialized training and materials to enhance visitors’ experience will be provided.   

A two part training series is required of all volunteers.  The first session is Lexington Center Museum & Gallery orientation.    The second session is exhibition specific.  Those interested in volunteering should email their name and phone number to Tammi Johnson, tjohnson@lexingtoncenter.com.  

The museum will be open Sunday through Thursday from 11 am to 8 pm.  On Friday and Saturday, the hours are 10 am to 10 pm.  The Lexington Center Museum and Gallery is located on the second floor of Lexington Center. 

Drawing over 25 million visitors worldwide, participants will come face-to-face with artifacts such as delicate vials of perfume, china bearing the logo of the White Star Line, and over 125 additional objects recovered from the debris field of the wreck site. 

Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition is organized by Premier Exhibitions, Inc, and RMS Titanic, Inc. which is the sole salvor-in-possession to the wreck site of Titanic, and owner of the collection of over 5,500 artifacts that have been recovered from the wreck site of Titanic. 

For more information, visit www.lexmuseum.com or call 859-233-4567 Ext. 3332

 

Lexington Community Radio Project - By October 3

Lexington Community Radio Project - By October 3

Lexington’s new low-power non-profit community radio project is look a few volunteers. Volunteers will work in groups of 2-4 people to administer surveys to help determine projects and programming on the low-power community radio project. Volunteers are needed in 1 to 4 hour blocks of time anytime between now and October 3. If you or your group is interested  in helping this non-profit organization, contact Candice Rider, (859) 866 – 5702 or candice.rider@uky.edu

For more information about this project, visit http://www.prometheusradio.org/ 

LexArts Gallery Hop - September 20

LexArts' Gallery Hop - September 20

LexArts' Gallery Hop is this Friday, September 20 from 5PM to 8PM. Volunteers are needed at ArtsPlace, the Downtown Arts Center, and the 5/3 Pavilion to hand out information and answer questions for our hoppers. Interested volunteers should please contact Nathan Zamarron at nzamarron@lexarts.org



 

KOMEN 101 - September 16

KOMEN 101 - September 16

Have you ever wondered how Komen for the Cure uses the funds raised during Race for the Cure and other fundraising events?  Here's your chance!

Komen Lexington is hosting KOMEN 101 on Monday, September 16, 5:30 pm at the Komen Lexington office, 324 North Ashland Ave. Even if you don't plan to volunteer for them, but just curious about the Komen Foundation, this is a great educational opportunity.

 

They are still in need some volunteers for Friday October 4th and RACE DAY, October 5.

Learn more about Komen Lexington at  http://www.komenlexington.org/

Komen Lexington at CRAVE Festival - Sign up by Sept 19

 

Komen Lexington at CRAVE Festival - Sign up by Sept 19

 

 

 

 

Komen Lexington will be supplying volunteers for the Bread Olympics at the Crave Festival.  All volunteers will need to check in at Crave 'mission control' about 30 minutes before your shift.  The key thing for this role is to keep the bread items stocked, keep the games moving and maintain good crowd flow and order.  There will be an information sheet about how the game works at the volunteer check-in with instructions about how to manage the game.  Linda Uffman of Komen Lexington will be there at 10:30 am to talk to the first shift and get them started. If you are interested in helping, contact Natasha Milby, support@komenlexington.org, by September 19

 

 

Shifts are:

Saturday, Sept 21 11:00 to 3:00 PM (2 ppl needed)

Saturday, Sept 21 3:00 to 7:00 (2 ppl needed)

Saturday, Sept 21   7:00 to 11:00 pm (2 ppl needed)

Sunday, Sept 22 11:00 to 3:00 PM (2 ppl needed)

Sunday, Sept 22  3:00 to 7:00 (2 ppl needed--this shift will help tear down the Olympics)

 

 

 

Imani Baptist Church Peace Walk – Sept 15 and 22

Imani Baptist Church Peace Walk – Sept 15 and 22

The Imani Baptist Church is starting a community prayer walk to stand up against violence and draw attention to community support for peace. The walk has taken place for the past several Sundays, and will continue until September 22. The community prayer walk will begin at Imani Baptist Church, traveling south east on Georgetown Road, turning around at Newtown Pike and returning to the church.  The walk takes approximately 1 hours to cover a distance of 3.4 miles. For more information, contact Reverend Willis Polk.

CRAVE - Sign Up By September 15

CRAVE - Sign Up By September 15

CRAVE is a 2 day festival featuring local food vendors of all ethnicities along with many different types of music.  It will take place Sept. 21-22 at Lexington's  Moondance Amphitheater-Beaumont Center.  A portion of the proceeds will benefit the non-profit organization FoodChain.  They are looking for 20 all-star volunteers that could serve as specific helpers to vendors. These volunteers would be paired up ahead of a time with their vendor to learn about the menu items they'd help serve and a bit more about how the food is made and what local ingredients are used. On the day of their shift volunteers would cover a 6 hour shift, selling the specific items for tickets at the festival, interacting with customers, and providing basic education on local food.  Transylvania sustainability office will  have a booth at the festival as well, and will also need volunteers. There’s a mandatory orientation for all CRAVE volunteers on September 15.  To sign up, visit the link or contact Angela Poe. 

Komen Lexington – October 4-5

Komen Lexington – October 4-5

Komen Lexington has the following volunteer needs:

-October 4th , 11am-2pm approximately 20 people to help with registration and the Komen Shop at the Pink out festival.

-October 4th , 2pm - 4pm approximately 16 people to help with registration and the Komen Shop at the Pink Out festival.
-October 4th, 4pm -9pm approximately 20 people to help with registration and the Komen shop at the Pink out Festival. The 9pm people will help box everything up and prepare for registration for the next morning.
-October 4th 5 pm downtown at courthouse, 5 people to help with tables and chairs.

-October 4th 5 pm downtown at courthouse, 1 person to fill water barrel.

-October 4th 5 pm downtown at courthouse, 2 people to place signage.

-October 4th 9- 930 pm, 5 people to help with loading up at legends ball park and unloading down town in pods.

-October 5th  5:30 am, 6-8 people to help unload water and ice.

-October 5th 6:45 am, 2 people to help set up water stations.

-October 5th 5:00 am, 5 people to help unload pods. (Shirts, banners, games, food, etc.)

To sign up or for more information, contact Linda, 606-272-1414

NoLi CDC Night Market - September 21

NoLi CDC Night Market - September 21

The Night Market is a family friendly, inclusive programming sponsored by the North Limestone Cultural Development Corporation.  It is basically a street market that takes place at night. The next one will take place on September 21st in conjunction with Boomslang Music festival. They are looking for 10-12 volunteers to help with setup, tear down, parking, and various other tasks on the day of the event. In August, nearly 1000 people in attendance, and very positive reviews by vendors and attendees. The North Limestone Cultural Development Corporation is a non-profit entity whose goal is to make the Northside of Lexington a more beautiful, livable, and sustainable place. To volunteer with the Night Market, contact Derek Operle. For more information about volunteering with the North Limestone Cultural Development Corporation, contact  Paul Michael Brown, Programs and Projects Director-NoLi CDC at (270) 925 2445.

Blood Drive Appointment Assistants - Sign up by October 10

 

Blood Drive Appointment Assistants - Sign up by October 10

The Office of Community Service and Civic Engagement intends to have a booth at Transylvania's Health Fair.  One of the things we will do at the booth is sign up people to donate blood at the October 31 blood drive. If you would like to work at the booth, visit the volunteer sign up site by October 10.  If you would like to arrange for a donation appointment for the blood drive, visit the Kentucky Blood Center website, or contact Barton Lynch or Karen Anderson.

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer - October 19

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer - October 19

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer will take place on Saturday, October 19, 2013, at 10:00am at Coldstream Park (1875 Newtown Pike, Lexington).  This is the American Cancer Society’s wall to raise awareness and funds to help people stay well, get well, and find a cure for breast cancer.  Support is needed for individual and teams of fundraiser walkers, but also to volunteer behind the scenes to make the event happen.  For more information, visit their website.

League of Women Voters Essay Contest Judges - by October 24

 

League of Women Voters Essay Contest Judges -

by October 24

The League of Women Voters, Lexington, KY is looking for volunteers to judge their annual essay contest. During the week of November 1-7, 2013, the essays will be e-mailed to the judges, along with the judging criteria.

The judges will meet to determine the ultimate winners sometime between November 7-10.  A doodle link will be sent to judges to determine the best meeting time between November 7-10.

Please contact Judy Johnson, judylex@twc.com by October 24 if you are interested. 

 

 

9/11 Heroes Run - September 7

 9/11 Heroes Run - September 7

The 9/11 Heroes Run is on Saturday, September 7 starting at 9:30 a.m. at the Woodford County Fairgrounds.  The celebration will continue with music featuring Tom Cool, petting zoo, pony rides, face painting, and food vendors. Cruise-In car show will run from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Falling Springs Pavilion.  Everyone is invited to bring a photograph of their Heroes (police, fire, military), past or present, to post on the Hero Board.

 

To learn more or register for the run, visit  www.911heroesrun.com 

The Run for a Reason: Refuge for Women 5K - September 14

 

The Run for a Reason: Refuge for Women 5K -

September 14

The Run for a Reason: Refuge for Women 5K will take place on Saturday, September 14 at 8 am at Southland Christian Church (5001 Harrodsburg Road, Nicholasville, KY) Proceeds benefit Refuge for Women, an organization that helps women break the chains of the sex industry by providing a home where they can go to heal and change their path towards freedom in Christ. Cost is $25 if you register before race day or $30 on race day. All racers will receive a dri-fit shirt. If you would like to participate in the race, visit the race registration website.  If you would like to volunteer to support the race, visit their volunteer website.  For general information, visit the website.