Thursday, October 19, 2017 - 8:30 am
FREE!
Havelock Chili Festival (10/19). Help our awesome Havelock Chamber of Commerce out with this fun event!! We’re looking for 30 volunteers for each shift. Food and drinks provided!
Thursday, 10/19 – Meet at the Roadhouse at 0830; will return around 1715. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT THE SMP FRONT DESK AT 252-466-3027.
Thursday, October 26, 2017 - 6:00 am
FREE!
ZOMBIES NEEDED at the Semper Fit All Terrain Unit Competition (**10/26**). Meet at the Roadhouse at 0600 to assist with catching All Terrain Unit Competitors and stealing their flags!! Please wear old clothing; zombie make up will be provided. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT THE SMP FRONT DESK AT 252-466-3027.
*** UPDATE 10/17/2017***
**** DATE OF EVENT HAS CHANGED TO 10/26!****
Register NowThursday, October 26, 2017 - 8:00 am
FREE!
Rocktoberfest Volunteering (10/26). More information to follow.
Register NowThursday, August 31, 2017 - All Day
Love cool history? Want to help save our WWII history?!! Learn how to restore some of the coolest artifacts and vehicles from WWII at the Newport WWII museum. POV ONLY; please contact Frank at Normandy@ec.rr.com to set up a time to volunteer! *After volunteering please email Jen Merlo (krivohlavyJL@usmc-mcc.org) with your volunteer information (Name,Rank, MOS, Unit, Event,Date & Time Spent) in order to receive credit and an LOA*.For more information contact the SMP front desk at 252-466-3027.
Register NowThursday, August 31, 2017 - 8:00 am
Havelock Boys and Girls Club (M – F). POV only. Volunteer with our local Boys and Girls Club! Assist with mentoring, tutoring, homework, coaching, and activities! Please contact the Boys and Girls Club at 252-444-5437 for additional details. A one-time $10 background check is required. For more information contact the SMP front desk at 252-466-3027.
Register NowWednesday, October 18, 2017 - 8:00 am
Habitat for Humanity (during the week!). Habitat opportunities are also available during the week. Check http://newbernhabitat.org/volunteer-2/build-schedule/ for the most current opportunities. (Theses are POV events only, but LOA’s will be provided). For more information contact the SMP front desk at 252-466-3027.
Habitat Home Construction Begins This Month!
Volunteers are invited to help with two home building projects on
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm.
Home #63 – 614 Third Avenue – New construction – Starting Oct. 24
Home #64 – 822 Howard Street – Rehab House – Starting Oct. 11
Sign-up to volunteer or for more details contact
Deedra Durocher, Volunteer & Resource Coordinator
252-633-9599 or volunteerhabitatcraven@gmail.com
Wednesday, October 18, 2017 - 9:00 am
THIS EVENT IS POV ONLY! – Duffy Gallery Exhibit “Uncommon Chairs”
Early Turned Seating of North Carolina’s Tar-Roanoke River Region
This exhibit brings together 75 ladder back, or “common” chairs from the Tar-Roanoke River region of North Carolina, most of them made between 1800-1925. Guest curators Hiram Perkinson and Mark R. Wenger present these beautiful examples of early craftsmanship to illustrate the distinct chair-making traditions found in the counties clustered around the North Carolina-Virginia state line. The curators have grouped the chairs by county of origin or by a shared defining feature.
Volunteers are needed to greet visitors and monitor the collection.
This exhibit is open during normal operating hours of the North Carolina History Center: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday through Saturday; and Noon – 5:00 pm on Sundays. The volunteer shifts are 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm on Sunday, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm and 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm on Monday through Saturday. POC: Pam Stevens
Pam Stevens
Administrative Office Assistant/Volunteer Coordinator
252-639-3501 (office)
910-476-4220 (cell)
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Wednesday, October 18, 2017 - 4:30 pm
Volunteer with Riverpoint Nursing Home : Volunteer with our seniors! Attire is service uniform of the day please. Meet at the Roadhouse at 1700, return approximately 1900. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT THE SMP FRONT DESK AT 252-466-3027.
***EVENT HAS BEEN UPDATED TO POV ONLY***
Register NowThursday, October 19, 2017 - 8:30 am
Havelock Chili Festival (10/19). Help our awesome Havelock Chamber of Commerce out with this fun event!! We’re looking for 30 volunteers for each shift. Food and drinks provided!
Thursday, 10/19 – Meet at the Roadhouse at 0830; will return around 1715. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT THE SMP FRONT DESK AT 252-466-3027.
Thursday, October 19, 2017 - 3:00 pm
• Trunk or Treat (10/19). More details to follow on location and times!
Register NowThursday, October 19, 2017 - 4:30 pm
THIS EVENT IS POV ONLY! – Spooky Stories from North Carolina – Thursday, October 19, 2017 – 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
In honor of Halloween and all things spooky, the Tryon Palace Performance Arts Series presents “Spooky Stories from North Carolina,” a one-hour performance by North Carolina native Terry Rollins. Terry is a professional storyteller who specializes in North Carolina folktales, ghost stories, pirate legends, and Native American lore. Join us, if you dare! It’s no trick; children at the early performance will be given treats!
*Recommended for ages 12 and under.
“Spooky Stories from North Carolina” is an installment of the Tryon Palace Performance Arts Series.
Volunteers are needed Thursday, October 19 in the following areas:
One Volunteer to help prepare candy bags to give away at the early showing; needed on Wednesday, Oct 18 from 2 PM to 3
One Volunteer to check tickets/candy distributor needed from 4:30 PM to 6:30 to greet guests at the door and verify they’ve purchased tickets to the event. (Prefer the same volunteer as the Scary Stories at 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM) POC: Pam Stevens
Pam Stevens
Administrative Office Assistant/Volunteer Coordinator
252-639-3501 (office)
910-476-4220 (cell)
Friday, October 20, 2017 - 8:30 am
• Havelock Chili Festival (10/20). Help our awesome Havelock Chamber of Commerce out with this fun event!! We’re looking for 30 volunteers for each shift. Food and drinks provided!
Friday, 10/20 – TWO SHIFTS: Meet at the Roadhouse at 0730; will return around 1430 and/or meet at the Roadhouse at 1400; will return around 2115. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT THE SMP FRONT DESK AT 252-466-3027.
Saturday, October 21, 2017 - 6:30 am
Havelock Chili Festival (10/21). Help our awesome Havelock Chamber of Commerce out with this fun event!! We’re looking for 30 volunteers for each shift. Food and drinks provided!
oSaturday, 10/21 – TWO SHIFTS: Meet at the Roadhouse at 0630; will return around 1530. and/or meet at the Roadhouse at 1500; will return around 1900. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT THE SMP FRONT DESK AT 252-466-3027.
Saturday, October 21, 2017 - 7:00 am
Animal Shelter (7/8): Volunteer at the Carteret County Animal Rescue from 0700-1200. Assist with walking the dogs, meeting with potential adopters, special projects, and cleaning. Meet at the Roadhouse at 0700. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT THE SMP FRONT DESK AT 252-466-3027.
Register NowSunday, October 22, 2017 - 9:00 am
THIS EVENT IS POV ONLY! – Front Gate Greeters – October
We appreciate volunteers who are willing to greet visitors as they enter the Front Gate of the Palace and provide site information. We provide information so you can provide accurate information to our visitors. There is a rotating schedule between volunteers and staff to provide this service for our visitors. POC: Pam Stevens
The volunteer shifts are 12 PM – 5 PM on Sunday, 9 AM – 1 PM and 1 PM – 5 PM on Monday through Saturday.
Pam Stevens
Administrative Office Assistant/Volunteer Coordinator
252-639-3501 (office)
910-476-4220 (cell)
Register Now
Monday, October 23, 2017 - 8:00 am
•Toys for Tots (Kick off is 10/16!) See/call the front desk to sign-up. Other Toys for Tots Special Event opportunities will also be available at the front desk and our website on a continuous basis. Attire is Dress Blues please.
o Havelock Walmart. M – F (1800-2000); Saturdays and Sundays (1200-1800). Two-hour increments (but there is no max). Please stop by the front desk 30 minutes prior to your start time. POV only, unless other arrangements are made with the SMP Front Desk ahead of time.
o Morehead City AND New Bern Walmart. M – F (1800-2000); Saturdays and Sundays (1200-1800). Two-hour increments (but there is no max). POV ONLY!! Please stop by the front desk to complete your paperwork. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT THE SMP FRONT DESK AT 252-466-3027.
Monday, October 23, 2017 - 4:30 pm
Volunteer with a Veterans’ Retirement Community – Carteret House: Bond with Veterans and swap stories at one of our local retirement communities. Attire is service uniform of the day please. Meet at the Roadhouse at 1700. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT THE SMP FRONT DESK AT 252-466-3027.
***EVENT HAS BEEN CHANGED TO POV ONLY FOR THE REMAINING MONTH OF OCTOBER***
Register NowTuesday, October 24, 2017 - 7:30 am
Tryon Palace Garden Clean Up (10/24). Help beautify the gardens of Tryon by weeding, mulching, planting and special garden projects. Meet at the Roadhouse at 0730; will return around 1530. Lunch included! FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT THE SMP FRONT DESK AT 252-466-3027.
Register NowTuesday, October 24, 2017 - 8:00 am
THIS EVENT IS POV ONLY – Garden Workers – October
Tryon Palace Gardens need YOU!!! We are looking for Master Gardeners, Horticulturists, Garden Enthusiasts, General Yard Workers, Garden Tour Guides, and Carpenters to work in the Tryon Palace Historic Gardens. Some background in gardening is great but none is necessary, just a willingness to learn. We are looking for volunteers to come in for pruning, planting, raking, mulching, watering, weeding, lead garden tours, fence repair, trellis work. We appreciate volunteers who are willing to come in on a regular basis but it is not required. It is recommended that volunteers bring garden gloves, sunscreen, hat, insect repellent and water or a water bottle.
Volunteers are needed during the hours of 8:00 am – 11:30 pm, Tuesday through Thursday each week. If you are only available in the afternoon we will try to find a shady place for you to work. POC: Pam Stevens
Pam Stevens
Administrative Office Assistant/Volunteer Coordinator
252-639-3501 (office)
910-476-4220 (cell)
Register Now
Wednesday, October 25, 2017 - 4:30 pm
Volunteer with Riverpoint Nursing Home: Volunteer with our seniors! Attire is service uniform of the day please. Meet at the Roadhouse at 1700, return approximately 1900. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT THE SMP FRONT DESK AT 252-466-3027.
**THIS EVENT HAS BEEN UPDATED TO POV ONLY**
Register NowThursday, October 26, 2017 - 6:00 am
ZOMBIES NEEDED at the Semper Fit All Terrain Unit Competition (**10/26**). Meet at the Roadhouse at 0600 to assist with catching All Terrain Unit Competitors and stealing their flags!! Please wear old clothing; zombie make up will be provided. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT THE SMP FRONT DESK AT 252-466-3027.
*** UPDATE 10/17/2017***
**** DATE OF EVENT HAS CHANGED TO 10/26!****
Register NowThursday, October 26, 2017 - 8:00 am
Rocktoberfest Volunteering (10/26). More information to follow.
Register NowThursday, October 26, 2017 - 8:00 am
THIS EVENT IS POV ONLY! – MOM’s Clinic (10/26 – 10/28). NC Dental Society will be assisting hundreds of patients in this clinic and are seeking a large number of volunteers to assist with set-up, directing traffic, and tear down. More details on our SMP website! Food and beverages will be provided!
Register NowFriday, October 27, 2017 - 2:00 pm
THIS EVENT IS POV ONLY! – Arthur Edwards Fall Festival (10/27). Assist students and staff with their Fall Festival! They are looking for volunteers to assist with games and activities! Meet at Arthur Edwards Elementary at 1400; will be completed at 2100. POC will be Ashley Anderson.
Register NowSaturday, October 28, 2017 - 8:00 am
Veteran’s Organic Garden Volunteering in New Bern (10/28). We will be assisting the Veterans Employment Base Camp and Organic Gardens with a variety of construction and planting projects! Meet at the Roadhouse at 0800. Will return at 1300. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT THE SMP FRONT DESK AT 252-466-3027.
Register NowSaturday, October 28, 2017 - 8:00 am
Croatan National Forest Volunteering (10/28)! Assist the Forestry Service with a variety of outdoor projects in support of the Croatan National Forest. Meet at the Roadhouse at 0800; will return around 1630. Please wear closed toed shoes/boots and weather appropriate civilian attire. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT THE SMP FRONT DESK AT 252-466-3027.
Register NowSaturday, October 28, 2017 - 9:30 am
THIS EVENT IS POV ONLY! – All Hallows Eve – Saturday, October 28, 2017 – 10 AM – 3 PM
Ghouls, ghosts, and witches are taking over Tryon Palace!
Bring the kids dressed in their favorite costume and get into the Halloween spirit with friendly ghosts, crafts, games, spooky stories, and of course, candy! While wandering the haunted grounds you’ll encounter friendly ghosts. Designed for ages 12 and under, the brave children who attend “All Hallow’s Eve” will receive candy and toys by trick-or-treating the different characters, play games, and make take-home crafts.
Volunteers are needed Saturday, October 28 in the following areas: POC: Pam Stevens
Two Volunteers- Front Gate Greeter/Counter/Ticket Checker: 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM.
Four Volunteers- Games: 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM
One Volunteer- Selfie Photo Area: 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM.
Pam Stevens
Administrative Office Assistant/Volunteer Coordinator
252-639-3501 (office)
910-476-4220 (cell)
Register Now
Saturday, October 28, 2017 - 10:00 am
THIS EVENT IS POV ONLY! – Tryon Palace is looking for Receptionist/Greeter/Information Desk – Saturday, October 28, 2017 – 10 AM – 3 PM
They are looking for individuals who would like to do light receptionist duties in the North Carolina History Center. You will be utilizing the phone and desk area in the Gateway Gallery of the North Carolina History Center. Volunteers would be responsible for answering general phone calls (NCHC), greeting and assisting guests with questions and general information. POC: Pam Stevens
Volunteers are needed Saturday, October 28, from 10 AM – 3 PM.
All Hallows Eve – Saturday, October 28, 2017 – 10 AM – 3 PM
Pam Stevens
Administrative Office Assistant/Volunteer Coordinator
252-639-3501 (office)
910-476-4220 (cell)
Saturday, October 28, 2017 - 10:00 am
THIS EVENT IS POV ONLY! – The American Red Cross is looking for volunteers to help install smoke alarms, food will be provided for all volunteers.
You can save a life on Saturday, October 28, 2017 by joining American Red Cross volunteers, local fire departments, and your neighbors as we install 100-200 smoke alarms in select neighborhoods in Craven County. For more information or to sign up to join this life-saving effort, please contact Ms. Lani Morbley at Lanikai.morbley@redcross.org or via telephone at 252-626-4206
What: Red Cross – Smoke Alarm Installs
When: Saturday, October 28, 2017
10am – 4pm
Where: Cove City Vol. Fire Department
425 South Main Street
Cove City, NC 28523
Register Now
Sunday, October 29, 2017 - 12:30 pm
THIS EVENT IS POV ONLY! – Academy Museum – Friday – Saturday – Sunday
The New Bern Academy Museum is in an 1809 building four blocks from Tryon Palace in the heart of New Bern’s historic residential district. Originally a school house for both boys and girls, the New Bern Academy served as a hospital in the Civil War and in 1881 became part of the New Bern graded school system which used it for classes until 1971. Today, the Academy building’s original classrooms are home to four permanent exhibits focused on the Civil War, New Bern Architecture, and the history of the building itself. Admission is FREE! Volunteers are needed to greet visitors as they enter the Academy, monitor the collections, and provide attendance. POC: Pam Stevens
This exhibit is open and volunteers are needed Friday through Sunday 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Volunteers are needed on Sundays, October 8, 15 and 29, 2017.
Pam Stevens
Administrative Office Assistant/Volunteer Coordinator
252-639-3501 (office)
910-476-4220 (cell)
Register Now
Monday, October 30, 2017 - 4:30 pm
Volunteer with a Veterans’ Retirement Community – Carteret House: Bond with Veterans and swap stories at one of our local retirement communities. Attire is service uniform of the day please. Meet at the Roadhouse at 1700. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT THE SMP FRONT DESK AT 252-466-3027.
**THIS EVENT HAS BEEN UPDATED TO POV ONLY**
Register NowMonday, October 30, 2017 - 6:00 pm
Assist SMP with decorating for our annual Monster Mash Party! Meet at the Roadhouse 30, October 2017 at 1900. For more information contact the SMP front desk at 252-466-3027.
Register NowTuesday, October 31, 2017 - 8:00 am
THIS EVENT IS POV ONLY – Garden Workers – October
Tryon Palace Gardens need YOU!!! We are looking for Master Gardeners, Horticulturists, Garden Enthusiasts, General Yard Workers, Garden Tour Guides, and Carpenters to work in the Tryon Palace Historic Gardens. Some background in gardening is great but none is necessary, just a willingness to learn. We are looking for volunteers to come in for pruning, planting, raking, mulching, watering, weeding, lead garden tours, fence repair, trellis work. We appreciate volunteers who are willing to come in on a regular basis but it is not required. It is recommended that volunteers bring garden gloves, sunscreen, hat, insect repellent and water or a water bottle.
Volunteers are needed during the hours of 8:00 am – 11:30 pm, Tuesday through Thursday each week. If you are only available in the afternoon we will try to find a shady place for you to work. POC: Pam Stevens
Special Garden Projects – October
We are looking for volunteers to come in for raking and mowing. We appreciate volunteers who are willing to come in on a regular basis but it is not required. It is recommended that volunteers bring garden gloves, sunscreen, hat, insect repellent and water or a water bottle.
Volunteers are needed during the hours of 8:30 am – 11:30 am and 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm, Tuesday through Thursday each week. Please email or call me with the days and times you would be available and what position interests you. POC: Pam Stevens
Pam Stevens
Administrative Office Assistant/Volunteer Coordinator
252-639-3501 (office)
910-476-4220 (cell)
Register Now
Wednesday, November 1, 2017 - 4:30 pm
Volunteer with Riverpoint Nursing Home: Volunteer with our seniors! Attire is service uniform of the day please. Meet at the Roadhouse at 1700, return approximately 1900. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT THE SMP FRONT DESK AT 252-466-3027.
Register NowMonday, November 6, 2017 - 4:30 pm
Volunteer with a Veterans’ Retirement Community – Carteret House: Bond with Veterans and swap stories at one of our local retirement communities. Attire is service uniform of the day please. Meet at the Roadhouse at 1700. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT THE SMP FRONT DESK AT 252-466-3027.
Register NowMonday, November 13, 2017 - 7:30 am
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is looking for 25 volunteers to assist with shore clean up at Harkers Island on Monday 13, November 2017. Meet at the Roadhouse at 0815 and return at 1330. Food will be provided. For more information contact the SMP front desk at 252-466-3027. (DATE SUBJECT TO CHANGE BASED ON TIDAL PATTERNS AND WEATHER)
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Register NowWednesday, November 15, 2017 - 8:00 am
Help volunteer with the WRNS 9th Annual Guitar Pull 15, November 2017 – Times and more info to follow.
Register Now