Holgate Library: Lunar New Year Flower Wreaths on Feb. 8 (age 16+)

Help us celebrate the Lunar New Year with a flower wreath program at Holgate Library on Sunday, February 8 from 1:00 to 3:30 pm. Patrons will be making flower wreaths to celebrate the New Year! We are looking for bilingual (Vietnamese/English) volunteers who are flexible, welcoming and ready to assist where needed. Volunteers will help set up and take down event spaces, greet patrons, and support craft stations.

Date & Time: Sunday, February 8, 1:00 - 3:30 pm

Location: Holgate Library, 7905 SE Holgate Blvd., Portland, OR 97206

Age Requirement: 16+ 

Tasks & Responsibilities

  • Set up tables and chairs
  • Welcome patrons to the program
  • Support and guide patrons with their projects
  • Restock supplies on tables as needed
  • Put away tables and chairs at the end

Special Skills & Qualifications

  • Age 16 or older
  • Conversationally fluent in Vietnamese and English
  • Enjoy talking with people of all ages
  • Able to work in a busy and fast paced environment
  • Able to work independently

Benefits

  • Earn volunteer service hours
  • Enjoy the cultural celebration alongside library staff and community members
  • Use your creative side to try out new activities and equipment, then share your skills and knowledge with others

Training & Other Requirements

  • On-site training will be provided at the event
  • All volunteers must have a volunteer application on file. 
  • Volunteers will wear a name badge while volunteering (provided).