Hello Everyone!
It seems like it was just yesterday that I was blogging or talking to you about AmeriCorps Week! Well, it is now fast approaching and things are starting to fall into place! There is plenty going on that week and there are mnay opportunities for you to serve! I hope to see all of your beautiful faces at some of the events. Please contact me if you have any questions regarding the events. The first part of this blog talks about AC Week in general and the second half talks specifically about PGH AC Week Events.
What Is AmeriCorps Week?
What are YOU doing for AmeriCorps Week?
AmeriCorps Week is a recruitment and recognition event designed to bring more Americans into service, salute AmeriCorps members and alums for their powerful impact, and thank the community partners who make AmeriCorps possible.
AmeriCorps Week provides an opportunity for AmeriCorps members, alums, grantees, program partners, and friends to shine a spotlight on the work done by members in communities across the country—and to motivate more Americans to join AmeriCorps or volunteer in their communities.
When Is AmeriCorps Week?
The second annual AmeriCorps Week will take place May 11-18, 2008.
What Activities Are Planned?
AmeriCorps Week events are happening across the country. They include statewide AmeriCorps gatherings, award ceremonies, "AmeriCorps for a Day" events with local VIPs, community service projects, recruitment fairs, and more. The week will open with a big event near Denver, and close with a major environmental project near Miami.
MORE IMPORTANTLY, awesome AmeriCorps events are taking place right here in Pittsburgh!
AMERICORPS WEEK IN PGH WILL LOOK SOMETHING LIKE THIS:
Sunday, May 11:
Race for the Cure with AmeriCorps.
Schenley Park, Flagstaff Hill
Meet at 7:30 a.m.
Join AmeriCorps members & alumni, community members, and friends & family as we walk/run to raise awareness about breast cancer. We will posting a link that will allow you access to register and join our team. Stay tuned for that!
Tuesday, May 13, 2008:
Pittsburgh AmeriCorps Rally (Simultaneous Rally being held in Philadelphia).
8a.m. - 9a.m.
City County Bldg Portico (Grant Street/Downtown).
AmeriCorps members & alumni, legislators, local dignitaries, community members and other organizations will be celebrating and recognizing AmeriCorps. The Mayor's Office will be declaring May 13 "Pittsburgh Goes Grey" - so be sure to wear your AmeriCorps gear! Enjoy coffee and pastries, live music, give-away's, and keynote remarks from a variety of attendees. The event will be emceed by Lynn Hayes Freeland (KDKA Host). This will be the communities opportunity to get up close and personal with National Service!
Tuesday, May 13:
Community Mosaic Mural Project:
Immediately following the Rally, join AmeriCorps members & alums and communtiy members on the Portico as we create a community mosaic mural to be displayed in the community. This project will be led by internationally renowned sculptor James Simon.
Tuesday, May 13:
Braddock Beautification Project:
Immediately following the Mural Mosaic Project, join AmeriCorps members & alumni and communtiy members as we participate in beautifying homes in downtown Braddock. This will include tending to flower beds and gardens and other beautification techniques. This will take place all along Braddock Avenue in Braddock, Pa (just minutes from the Rally location).
****For more details, please contact:
Holly McIntosh at: 412.350.2739 or holly.mcintosh@alleghenycounty.us
You can check out the following websites:
www.americorpsweek.gov
www.americorps.gov
www.keyservicecorps.org
