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LOR hosting second volunteer drive Saturday at Memorial Center

SCOTT SHINDLEDECKER | Hagadone News Network | UPDATED 1 year, 3 months AGO
by SCOTT SHINDLEDECKER
Hagadone News Network | November 22, 2024 7:00 AM

Volunteers are crucial members of society and the LOR Foundation is hosting a second volunteer drive Saturday at the Memorial Center in Libby.

The goal is to bolster the ranks of local groups and organizations. The event is from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. Prospective volunteers will be able to meet with local non-profit and community groups in an effort to match their skills with similar opportunities.

“LOR Foundation is thrilled to be planning the second Libby Volunteer Recruitment Drive!” said LOR’s Tabitha Viergutz. “We all know that there is a small pool of volunteers that are active within the community. The hope is that by providing information and connection at this event, individuals who are curious or interested in volunteering can find their best fit.”

Pastries from the Amish Farm to Market, Tiffany's, Coffee from Camp Creek Roasters and an assortment of other refreshments will be provided throughout the event. 

Here is a lineup of events:

10:15 a.m. - Our first door prize drawing for a free $20 gas card from the local Save-rite Stations

10:30 a.m. - Drawing for a free complete Thanksgiving dinner from Rosauers

10:45 a.m. - Drawing for a free coffee gift basket  

11:15 a.m. - Drawing for a free $20 gas card from the local Save-rite Stations

11:30 a.m. - Drawing for a free complete Thanksgiving dinner from Rosauers

11:45 a.m. - Drawing for a free coffee gift basket

Noon - A short presentation on the importance of Libby volunteers

12:15 p.m. - Drawing for a free $20 gas card from the local Save-rite Stations

12:30 p.m. - Drawing for a free complete Thanksgiving dinner   from Rosauers

12:45 p.m. - Drawing for a free coffee gift basket

The organizations will include Area VI Agency on Aging, Bears ’n Stuff, Call Your Mom, CARD Clinic, CASA of Lincoln County, David Thompson SAR, Job Service Libby, Kootenai Heritage Council, Libby Library and Friends of Libby Library, Libby Outdoor Recreation Association, Lincoln County Victim/Witness Program, Libby Food Pantry, Libby Memorial Center, Libby Parks Department, Libby Dam, Libby Thrift Store, Troy Library and Friends of Troy Library, Lincoln County Health Department, Senior Citizens of Lincoln County, Lincoln County Pride, Rotary Club of the Kootenai Valley, Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness, South Lincoln County Housing, the Farmers Market at Libby, American Legion Post 97 and the Yaak Valley Forest Council.




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