Volunteers

Volunteer Spotlight: Jordan Waterworth

Article by Diana Kennedy

 

“Follow the action” seems to be the unofficial mantra that Jordan Waterworth has adopted in his approach to filmmaking and in life. His combination of ambition and curiosity have led him to both his undergraduate studies at Suffolk University as well as his position as vital member of The Umbrella’s volunteer staff, taking on a multitude of roles in video projects in multiple platforms.

Volunteer Spotlight: Sue Appel

By Monica Chen

For Sue Appel, community engagement has played a large role in her life for many years. And when she found herself with some more free time, that volunteer spirit led her to The Umbrella. “When my children were young, I was involved in many different volunteering roles in my community,” says Sue. “When it was time for me to go to work full time, I stopped most of my volunteering. Now that I am retired from my professional work, I can get back to my volunteering work.”

Volunteer Spotlight: Kristen Rivard and Julia Zipoli

Can you explain your volunteer work?

Every month since October 2019, my mom and I collect flyers from The Umbrella Arts Center and distribute them at businesses throughout West Concord. The flyers advertise the events and programs being offered at The Umbrella. 

How did you get started?

Umbrella Volunteers Craft Artful Masks for Community

Since the start of the Covid-19 lockdown, Kathy Warren, Volunteer Coordinator for The Umbrella, has been working with a team of volunteers throughout the region to create artfully crafted masks to share with The Umbrella staff and wider community.

Over the course of the first week, the volunteers – including skilled quilters and fiber artists -- crafted approximately 70 masks, many in richly decorated fabrics.

Volunteer Spotlight: Mary O'Connell

Interviewed by MacKenzie Colton

Mary O’Connell first got involved with The Umbrella through taking acrylic painting classes with Joy Buell. She studied art in school and has been seeking to reconnect to her studies now that her kids are older. She continued her involvement by volunteering to usher for the productions at The Umbrella.  

Can you explain your volunteer work?

Volunteer Spotlight: Lainey Volz

Interview by Emma Weltner

 

Can you explain your volunteer work?

I distribute the monthly flyers for The Umbrella, and I post them around Concord Center. The flyers often include information about the theater shows and galleries. I love doing the flyer runs because they allow me to learn more and be more involved in Concord, the town I live in. I especially enjoy spending time outdoors and getting to walk around our beautiful town.

How did you get started?

Ushering

Usher and see The Umbrella Stage Company shows for free at an award-winning venue

What: Ushers take tickets and give out programs before the performance. Ushers arrive 45 minutes before show time and stay to help pick up after the show. Volunteer ushers see the show for free. Teens can earn 3.5 community service hours. Great for all ages!

Where: The Umbrella Art Center, 40 Stow Street, Concord MA  (Concord Center) * Ample free parking.

Requirements: Able to follow directions and work independently, Dependable.

Volunteer Gathering and Gelli Printing Event

Written by Margie Weeks  

A Gelli Printing Event took place at the Umbrella Center for the Arts Annex on August 28. The event provided interested volunteers with the opportunity to meet other volunteers while experimenting with a simplified version of Gelli printing. Kathy Warren, Volunteer Coordinator for the Umbrella, organized the event and instructed the volunteers on how to make Gelli prints.

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