Volunteers assist with the needs of others and help around the house. Assisting with the needs of others can be giving someone a ride to a therapy or to day program, helping someone with personal care and hygiene, writing a letter, making a phone call, growing fresh greens, weaving a baby blanket or attending a…
By greeting patrons and answering questions about WAM, our ushers are often the first introduction patrons get at their first WAM show and are tasked with being the conduit for the culture we cultivate here at WAM. You are welcome to sign up for one or two shows, helping pass out programs, scanning tickets, or…
Our hospitality team are the essential hosts during our productions! Being on this subcommittee will include asks to drive actors and production team members to and from our theatres to train or bus stations, offering housing during productions, and making meals for our volunteer led tech dinners.
UCP of Berkshire County has exciting volunteer opportunities for individuals of all ages: from school-age students to adults.
Trail Maintenance: Spring jobs include trail work and general yard work such as raking leaves. These jobs require little experience and a lot of enthusiasm. The Museum’s 192 acres of woodlands are laced with a system of hiking trails that require clearing at the end of the winter months. Fallen branches and trees must be…
The Bidwell House gardens are cared for by a head gardener, but we could always use help with weeding, pruning, etc. All levels of gardening expertise are welcome. This is a great opportunity for the novice gardener to gain experience and knowledge. Garden work takes place from April through October.
The job of tour guide, or docent, is a wonderful opportunity for anyone who loves American history and likes to meet visitors from all over the country. Tour guides are trained in the art of historic interpretation. They accompany visitors through the Museum and tell the story of the house, the Bidwell family, and the…
Volunteers help throughout the year, collecting and sorting books.
Usually working as a group, volunteers help keep our new garden magnificent by watering and weeding on a regular basis, seasonally.
We offer a variety of programs throughout the year. Volunteers help with publicity and, on the day of the program, greet visitors; set up and break down chairs and equipment; arrange for refreshments; and, when applicable, assist with book sales for author events.