Are you considering joining or currently serving on a nonprofit board and want to become a more informed participant? Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley is offering LEAD Now; a 5-part leadership training program that provides relevant guidance on nonprofit board service. This program is virtual, and each class time is 4-5:30 p.m. on Tuesdays, Oct 10-Nov 7. Register at www.volunteerlv.org/LEAD-Now. For questions contact Karen Smith, 610-807-0336, karen@volunteerlv.org.

Keep Oktoberfest guests hydrated with one of the widest-ranging selections of beer in the Lehigh Valley! Hosted by ArtsQuest, you can listen to traditional music and meet new people as you fill our signature Oktoberfest mugs and check guest IDs. Contact Cory Stevens, 610-332-1370, cstevens@artsquest.org.

As one of PA’s largest nursing homes, Gracedale is always buzzing with activity. Volunteers assist residents with in-house appointments, including clinics and beauty shop. Opportunities available Monday-Friday between 9 a.m.-noon. Flexible scheduling. Background check and training required. All volunteers must be vaccinated against COVID-19. Contact Jennie, 610-829-3686, jrepsher@norcopa.gov.

The Center for Animal Health and Welfare, Easton, is looking for volunteers who can pick up donations on Thursday mornings (using our truck), and then drive back to CAHW to help unload the truck. Sometimes lifting is involved at the warehouses. Pick up donations on other days occasionally. Contact Carolynn at 610-252-7722, csouthwick@healthyanimalcenter.org.

Wildlands Conservancy will be planting 700 native trees and shrubs in Saucon Park on Thursday, Oct 12. Two shifts are available: 9 a.m. -noon and 1-4 p.m. They will be planting in pre-dug holes, staking the trees, and installing tree tubes and weed mats, so there are a variety of activities to suit ability levels. Minimum age 16 or 8 with adult. Contact Nic Ziegler, 610-965-4397, ext. 115, nziegler@wildlandspa.org

Volunteer Center to receive a brochure listing agencies in need of volunteers at 610-807-0336 or email: vc@volunteerlv.org. Visit our website www.volunteerlv.org for a larger listing of volunteer opportunities.