CENTERPIECE PREPARATION - VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Thank you to everyone who has signed up so far to help with the preparation work for the centerpieces. This is fun activity that requires a lot of preparation work! We still need quite a few volunteers to assist with the preparation of the centerpiece activity (see sign-up below):
Preparation Jobs:
- Preparing the base with the oasis and tape:
- cut the oasis into smaller pieces and soak, place in plastic base, tape to secure
- Cutting boughs and greenery into smaller pieces
- fill 13 large garbage bags - 1 per classroom and 1 for staff
- Organizing decorations for each classroom
- Preparing any flowers:
- removing leaves, trimming stems, separating into containers for each classroom
Sign Up Dates & Times: Tuesday December 5, 2023: Sign-up HERE Wednesday December 6, 2023: Sign-up HERE
Commonly Asked Questions:
Do I need any experience with floral work to volunteer?
- No, absolutely not. All tasks are simple, and we have a wonderful parent on hand who can help lead you through any job you'd like to help with.
- Volunteers will need garden clippers (some are available on site) for this activity. Garden gloves are also recommended but not required. Wear comfortable shoes as you will be standing, however some chairs are available.
- All prep work will take place indoor at The Flower Patch at Tiny Tree Herb Farm, 6370 Old West Saanich Rd.
- An email will go out tonight to all volunteers with detailed information about the location.
- Yes! We welcome all volunteers.
Can I volunteer, even if I can't do the whole 3-hour time slot?
- Yes! We require a LOT of help for this activity. Any help, for any length of time is appreciated; you are welcome to stay for less than, the same, or more than the volunteer time space.
Questions?
If you have any questions, please reach out Wendy at wendy_bird@outlook.com