NEED VOLUNTEERS THIS SATURDAY - MAY 1

If this project needs to be canceled due to weather a notice will be posted on this site no later than 7am Saturday.

TEMPLETON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Help us pull weeds and finish the gardens at Templeton Elementary School on Saturday, May 1, from 9 – noon. We’ll meet at the school at the corner of Hillside and Henderson. Bring gloves and garden tools. Email Lyne at lbrown@socc.org to sign up.

FLOOD RELIEF PROJECT: CANCELLED

Project to Aid Victim of 2008 Floods

After the floods of 2008 individuals from SOCC donated money that was used towards the purchase of a new mobile home for a couple in Stinesville. Just two weeks before moving into their new home the husband passed away. During CareFest09 SOCC volunteers planted trees and had a prayer of dedication for the home. A few more things need to be finished on the property so we have scheduled a work day for Saturday, May 1, from 8 - noon. We need skilled chainsaw operators as well as volunteers to pick up debris out doors. For details contact lbrown@socc.org or visit http://www.socci2u.blogspot.com/.

Another Templeton Work Day

Help us finish up the spring prep in the gardens at Templeton Elementary School. Thursday, April 15, from 5 - 8pm we'll spread the rest of the mulch, pull some more weeds, and plant flowers. Bring your gloves, water bottle, shovels, rakes, and wheelbarrows and join us for a workout. To sign-up email lbrown@socc.org.

CASA - Court Appointed Special Advocate

Sixty children are currently waiting for a CASA volunteer! Volunteers advocate for abused and neglected children in juvenile court and are professionally trained to meet with the child/family, identify needs and services, speak for the child in court and monitor the case to ensure progress. No specific skills necessary, but must have a heart for children. CASA offers training 3 times a year. The next training is April 23 to May 25, meeting on Tues. and Fri. from 9 a.m. to noon. Application deadline is April 14th. Volunteers must be at least 21, be in Bloomington during the summer, commit to one to two years of service (preferably two) after completing training, willing to travel to surrounding counties, have a valid driver's license and transportation, and have daytime flexibility in your schedule. The average commitment is 10-15 hours a month. Criminal Background checks required. For more information go to https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/cobvn/org/opp/10287103068.html.

Work Day Results

Thanks to everyone who helped at the Templeton Work Day on Saturday, March 27. It was amazing to see the transformation of the grounds. The garden is ready for seeds, strawberries were rescued from the weeds, the dry creekbed was rebuilt, mulberry trees were removed, and waist high weeds were mowed. Shelby B. went above and beyond by digging out the drain that had filled with dirt.