Of NorthEast Ohio Events Calendar Saturday March 31 5:00 - 9:00 VOLUNTEER: Upside of Downs Big Reverse Raffle and Fundraiser  La Malfa Center,  5783 Heisley Rd, Mentor.  We would like 12 volunteers and 9 of the spots are already filled.  So respond quickly if you want in.  Our roles will include greeting, registration, selling raffle tickets, and eating great  food (wait till you see the dessert tables) POC Bob Saunders at 330 659 9184 contact phone or 330 741 1387 cell or bob.saunders@arcelormittal.com    VOLUNTEER:  St Augustine Health Campus Bingo, West 78th & Detroit Avenue , Cleveland    - Assist residents to and from the bingo room and help them play bingo.  Contact Michael at 216-403-8228 or Mdhmessenger@aol.com  Tuesday Feb. 28 6:00 - 8:00 Saturday Feb. 25 9:30 - 1:00 VOLUNTEER:  St Augustine Hunger Center  2486 W. 14th Street, Cleveland (Tremont Area) - Prepare and serve food to the homeless and hungry. Very rewarding project! St. Augustine needs more help so we will be there twice a month!  In addition to the last Saturday of every month, we'll also be there the second Saturday of each month.  Contact Michael at 216-403-8228 or Mdhmessenger@ aol.com. February, 2012 March VOLUNTEER:  St Augustine Health Campus Bingo, West 78th & Detroit Avenue , Cleveland    - Assist residents to and from the bingo room and help them play bingo.  Contact Michael at 216-403-8228 or Mdhmessenger@aol.com  Tuesday March 27 6:00 - 8:00 Saturday March 31 9:30 - 1:00 VOLUNTEER:  St Augustine Hunger Center  2486 W. 14th Street, Cleveland (Tremont Area) - Prepare and serve food to the homeless and hungry. Very rewarding project! St. Augustine needs more help so we will be there twice a month!  In addition to the last Saturday of every month, we'll also be there the second Saturday of each month.  Contact Michael at 216-403-8228 or Mdhmessenger@ aol.com. Sunday March 18 4:30 - 6:00 Event is FULL VOLUNTEER:  Women's Domestic Violence Center: Single volunteers will be cooking and serving dinner for the residents and children. We are not supposed to publish the address for security reasons,but it's in the Ohio City area --- I'll provide the address when you sign up.   Note: this is a small project with a small kitchen and we only need 4-5 people ---- it fills up quickly. Be sure to reserve your place now! To help, contact Pat at  Dad5218@roadrunner.com.  The food will be provided for us to cook , but if you could bring a dessert to share ,that would be terrific. Saturday March 17 7:00 SINGLE VOLUNTEERS Monthly Meeting and annual Chili Knockdown!  If you think that you make the best chili in the world, would like to try a new recipe or simply love to eat chili, join us for our monthly meeting. Single Volunteers is hosting their annual Chili Knockdown and contestants and chili eaters are welcome. For admission enter a pot of chili into the contest or pay $5. You will be able to taste each of the chili entries. Pop and desserts will also be provided. For more information or to enter the contest, please contact Mary Ellen at rheinstro@att.net or Jo Ann at craftyjo@sbcglobal.net.  Olmsted Community Church ( 7853 Main Street ,Olmsted Falls). Wednesday March 7 7:00 - 8:00 VOLUNTEER:  Mt. Alverna Bingo - 6765 State Road, Parma – Once a month we play Bingo with seniors.  It's like visiting with your grandparents; they love the extra companionship.  (FULL, no additional volunteers needed at this time).  POC Debbie at dk3330@hotmail.com; 216-534-7024 Saturday March 10 9:30 - 1:00 VOLUNTEER:  St Augustine Hunger Center  2486 W. 14th Street, Cleveland (Tremont Area) - Prepare and serve food to the homeless and hungry. This is one of our oldest volunteer events; we started to volunteer here over 10 years ago.  We loved this event early on; so much so that we now volunteer twice a month.  It's a great way to meet new friends; especially if you are new to our group.  Very rewarding project!   RSVP to our POC Mary Ellen:  rheinstro@att.net        Thursday March 15 7:00 - 8:00 VOLUNTEER:  South Hills Lend-A-Hand - Please join us as we pack bags for distribution at a local food bank serving the communities of Broadview Hts., Brecksville, Independence and Seven Hills. The facility is located in Building 21, which is one of the Broadview Hts. Community Center Auxiliary buildings off of Broadview and Oakes Roads. Contact Sheryl at sheryllayh@yahoo.com or 216-316-3928 Saturday March 10 4:00 - 6:30 VOLUNTEER:  St. Augustine Health Campus Dinner,  7801 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland, OH - Serve dinner at this monthly dinner for the residents.  Volunteers will get dinner. Casual dress.  Contact Michael at 216-403-8228 or Mdhmessenger@aol.com April Sunday April 22 VOLUNTEER:  Earthfest at the Cleveland Zoo.. save the date more details to follow. Saturday March 3 9:30AM - 12:30 VOLUNTEER:  Did you ever hear stories of tragedy in some other part of the world like a hurricane, tornado, earthquake,etc. and wished you could help out.  Although it sound's exciting, jumping on a plane and heading to the disaster area just isn't possible.  But  now you can help out firsthand through Medwish International. Based out of Cleveland Clinic, MWI gathers surplus medical supplies that our hospitals don't want or need.  Instead of letting them end up  in landfills, it recycles and redistributes them to developing nations where they can save lives and promote better health.  MWI needs 8-10 volunteers to help sort and pack medical supplies.  All volunteers complete a volunteer form and bring to MWI on the day we volunteer.  We will try to car pool.  Contact Mary Ellen to volunteer & for more information about address and volunteer form at rheinstro@att.net or 440-268-6340.  Dress: work clothes (will get dirty) & closed shoes -appropriate for working in a warehouse - NO heels. Cleveland Clinic Parker Building Saturday April 28 5:45 - 10:00 VOLUNTEER: Volunteer at Cleveland's hottest party this year in Medwish International's warehouse turned nightclub, 17325 Euclid Avenue.  Fantastic auctions, delicious food and great networking (Ladies, just sayin'  "Doctors"!!).  Medwish was started by a Cleveland Clinic doctor and provides repurposed medical supplies, equipment & hospital furnishings to health care providers in developing countries.  We will be helping with registration, serving food & drinks, auctions & raffles and helping lots of people in third world countries that don't have our amazing Cleveland Clinic to serve  them.  Volunteers will receive free admission, catered dinner and a medwish shirt to wear that night.  Dress = khaki's & shirt we receive that evening.  Definite start time details and directions to come.  Call or email ASAP so we can give medwish shirt sizes and because this event will fill up fast.  WE WILL CARPOOL.  Contact Mary Ellen at rheinstro@att.net or 440-268-6340.  Be sure to put "Medwish" in the subjectline Thursday Feb. 23 8:00-10:30 SOCIAL:   Contra Dancing in Peninsula.  Like to dance? Well, why not try Contra Dancing.  Contra Dancing has been around for centuries, and is done in just about every major city in the USA, and numerous countries. This high paced form of dancing is done in lines to Square Dance moves with a live band and caller. Men ask women and women ask men to dance so it is likely you will get plenty of exercise.  You may want to dance with loose fitting clothing and soft sole shoes like tennis shoes. Free lessons are held 7:00-8:00, and dancing from 8:00 to 10:30. The dance location is:  Boston Twp Schoolhouse, 1775 Main (Rt. 303), (corner of Rt. 303 & Riverview Rd.), Peninsula.  Contact John at jvshro8@yahoo.com Saturday Feb. 25 8:00AM -  Noon VOLUNTEER:.  4-5 volunteers needed to help Strongsville Rotary at their annual Chili Open Golf Classic at the Berea Fairgrounds. We will be help with the coffee stand and busing tables. Strongsville Rotary chairs this event to raise monies for their various charities. The event includes food and beer for the golfers (sunshine or snow) along with an auction hosted by a variety of Cleveland personalities. For more information regarding the event go to  www.BlasterChiliOpen.org. For volunteering, please contact Jo Ann at craftyjo@sbcglobal.net or 216-832-7913. Saturday Feb. 25 7:15 VOLUNTEER: Cassidy Theatre's  Feb. play "Sweet Charity". Ever known a girl who wanted something so badly that she tried too hard to get it ? Meet Charity, the girl who wants to be loved so much she's lost sight of who she is. Charity sings, dances, laughs & cries her way thru romances with the "animal magnetism" hero, the "ultra-chic continental" hero, & the "impossible-to-believe-but-he's-better-than-nothing" type hero. Familiar musical numbers include Big Spender, If My Friends Could See Me Now, & Baby, Dream Your Dream and many others.... A cast of 14 perform this known play for the enjoyment of others. 6-8 folks needed to help with ushering, concessions and other like duties. Must be able to stand for 30 minutes, read small print & be out going. - Cassidy Theatre,  6200 Pearl Rd., Parma Hts.- (In the Greenbriar Commons & behind Yorktown Lanes, Parma Hts. library, fire & police stations). Dress uniform is: Dark dress pants/slacks/skirt, dress shoes & solid color shirt/blouse. (Many of us will be wearing our SVO polo shirts). RSVP asap to Tom at singlebowler@gmail.com  We usually head out for food & drinks after the play to a nearby establishment on Pearl Rd. Saturday Feb. 25 8:00 SOCIAL: "Sweet Charity" play at Cassidy Theatre - Can't volunteer but want to join the group and see the performance. Then show up and purchase your ticket(s) at the box office before 8:00 pm showtime. Bring any friends, family, co-workers... (See above listing for all details.) RSVP not necessary, but I could look out for you/your group if I know your coming & reserve a section of seating.  Tom at singlebowler@gmail.com    Last minute arrivals can be accommodated, no problem. We usually head out for food & drinks after the play to a nearby establishment on Pearl Rd.  A fun night is guaranteed for all !!! Saturday Feb. 25 4:00 - 7:00 VOLUNTEER:  RIBBON CUTTING OPEN HOUSE for the Community Ambassadors which is a non for profit group that will inspire faith, hope and love in the community. www.comamb.org also sponsors the "Pay it Forward Cafe" at Parmatown.  The purpose of this event is not only to celebrate Community Ambassadors' new location, but also to showcase the various resources and services that are available to residents in the community. We anticipate a good-showing of people and there will be live entertainment, games, prize giveaways, free food, etc. This will be held at the main stage area in the Parmatown Mall.  I am looking for volunteers to help with the popcorn machine/bagging, game tables, helping at activity tables etc... You do not have to volunteer for the full shift; even if you can do an hour or two that would be great. Wear comfortable shoes because you will be standing. PLEASE consider this new and exciting event for a positive impact to the community.  RSVP to Nancy 216-702-8714 or n.ruffy@yahoo.com  Tuesday March 13 6:30 SOCIAL:  Let's head back to Two Bucks new location 18336 Bagley Raod, Middleburg Hts. Shopping center behind Panera Bread. Some of us have been to the Avon location let's try the one closer to home. Appetizers, sliders, salads, wraps all prices start at $2 and go up to $7.  Good food reasonable prices.  Please respond prior to Sunday March 11th Sue Morgan springflower801@yahoo.com or 440-821-6258 Thursday March 29 6:30 SOCIAL:  Zach's steakhouse 425 West Bagley Road Berea.  Shopping center next to Marc's.  Thursday Special Half Slab BBQ Pork Ribs $7.95. also, burgers, sandwiches & dinner platters in a comfortable sports bar atmoshphere.  Please respond prior to Tuesday March 27th Sue Morgan springflower801@yahoo.com cell 440-821-6258 May Friday May 4 6:00 - 10:30 VOLUNTEER: Wanted 4 to 5 volunteers to help the Western Reserve Junior Service League with their annual Nite at the Races to be held at LaMalfa Center, 5783 Heisley Road, Mentor. Voluteers will be working the betting booths taking money for wagers on the horses. We will be given instructions before the races start at 6:30. We should wear black slacks and white tops and will be given a light supper. Proceeds from fundraisers organized by the WRJSL are granted to other non-profits in Lake, Geauga & Ashtabula counties. For more information regarding WRJSL please go to their website:  http://wrjsl.org/. If you wish to volunteer, please contact Jo Ann at craftyjo@sbcglobal.net or at 216-832-7913. June Saturday June 16 8:00am - Noone VOLUNTEER: Cleveland Food Bank, 15500 South Waterloo, Cleveland Ohio ( Use the East 152nd St exit off of I-90).  Volunteers needed to help sort and pack food boxes going out to more than 600 hunger programs that serve the needy in NE Ohio. ( Did you know that about 84% of the food served at local pantries is provided by the Cleveland Foodbank? ) .  This is a fun project that helps all those less fortunate than you.  For information or to sign up, contact Pat at DAD5218@Roadruner.Com VOLUNTEER:  St Augustine Health Campus Bingo, West 78th & Detroit Avenue , Cleveland    - Assist residents to and from the bingo room and help them play bingo.  Contact Michael at 216-403-8228 or Mdhmessenger@aol.com  Tuesday April 24 6:00 - 8:00 Saturday April 28 9:30 - 1:00 VOLUNTEER:  St Augustine Hunger Center  2486 W. 14th Street, Cleveland (Tremont Area) - Prepare and serve food to the homeless and hungry. Very rewarding project! St. Augustine needs more help so we will be there twice a month!  In addition to the last Saturday of every month, we'll also be there the second Saturday of each month.  Contact Michael at 216-403-8228 or Mdhmessenger@ aol.com. Sunday April 22 4:30 - 6:00 VOLUNTEER:  Women's Domestic Violence Center: Single volunteers will be cooking and serving dinner for the residents and children. We are not supposed to publish the address for security reasons,but it's in the Ohio City area --- I'll provide the address when you sign up.   Note: this is a small project with a small kitchen and we only need 4-5 people ---- it fills up quickly. Be sure to reserve your place now! To help, contact Pat at  Dad5218@roadrunner.com.  The food will be provided for us to cook , but if you could bring a dessert to share ,that would be terrific. Saturday April 21 7:00 SINGLE VOLUNTEERS Monthly Meeting,  Olmsted Community Church ( 7853 Main Street ,Olmsted Falls).  Come to discuss new projects and make new friends. Open to all singles, even if you're just curious about our Single Volunteer group.  Bring an appetizer or snack to share if you like (but not required) – pizza, beverages and good company provided by Single Volunteers.  If you have questions about SV check out our website at www.svohio.org.    Please bring a non-perishable food item to donate to the food pantry of Olmsted Community Church.   Wednesday April 4 7:00 - 8:00 Saturday April 14 9:30 - 1:00 VOLUNTEER:  St Augustine Hunger Center  2486 W. 14th Street, Cleveland (Tremont Area) - Prepare and serve food to the homeless and hungry. This is one of our oldest volunteer events; we started to volunteer here over 10 years ago.  We loved this event early on; so much so that we now volunteer twice a month.  It's a great way to meet new friends; especially if you are new to our group.  Very rewarding project!   RSVP to our POC Mary Ellen:  rheinstro@att.net        Thursday April 12 7:00 - 8:00 VOLUNTEER:  South Hills Lend-A-Hand - Please join us as we pack bags for distribution at a local food bank serving the communities of Broadview Hts., Brecksville, Independence and Seven Hills. The facility is located in Building 21, which is one of the Broadview Hts. Community Center Auxiliary buildings off of Broadview and Oakes Roads. Contact Sheryl at sheryllayh@yahoo.com or 216-316-3928 Saturday April 14 4:00 - 6:30 VOLUNTEER:  St. Augustine Health Campus Dinner,  7801 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland, OH - Serve dinner at this monthly dinner for the residents.  Volunteers will get dinner. Casual dress.  Contact Michael at 216-403-8228 or Mdhmessenger@aol.com VOLUNTEER:  Mt. Alverna Bingo - 6765 State Road, Parma – Once a month we play Bingo with seniors.  It's like visiting with your grandparents; they love the extra companionship.  (FULL, no additional volunteers needed at this time).  POC Debbie at dk3330@hotmail.com; 216-534-7024 Saturday March 24 5:00 - 7:00 VOLUNTEER:  Ronald McDonald House, 10415 Euclid Ave.  Volunteers needed to help prepare and serve dinner to the families and children staying at RMD. Let’s make this a pot luck type of project to show off your creative culinary skills! Got a family favorite dish ? This is the perfect opportunity to show it off and share it.  ( Let me know what you’re bringing so I can make sure that we’re not all bringing a three bean salad or something ). Project will be limited to eight volunteers due to constraints on the size of the kitchen during remodeling and volunteers are asked to carpool since their current expansion project is taking up a large part of the parking lot. Although the population of RMD changes every day, let’s plan on bringing enough food to feed 40-50 people. ( and don’t forget to bring enough to feed us , too!!)  In addition to an entrée, desserts and side dishes would be more than welcome. I’m going to try to bring a few cases of pop or fruit drinks also.  For more information or to signup, contact Pat at DAD5218@Roadrunner.com    ( And since we’re already downtown, we should be able to find someplace interesting to stop afterwards).