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Sep 12 VOL Vets supporting Freedom Park, Charlotte

In September, Mecklenburg Count Parks and Recreation staff is preparing Freedom Park for the annual “Festival in the Park,” which will run September 20-22.  

Through our partnership, Veterans Bridge Home is looking for lots of volunteers or 1-2 large groups of energetic Volunteers to help out with sprucing up the Park for this HUGE event! 

Location of Project: Freedom Park, 1900 East Boulevard, 28203

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Date of Project: Thursday, September 12, 2019

Hours of Project: 9:00am – 12:00 noon

P&R Contact:  Fredrick Mayfield, Maintenance Supervisor   Mobile: 704-369-9824  

            Michael Campbell, Central Park Manager   Phone: 980-314-1140

Volunteer Contact: Pete Vacho   pvacho@veteransbridgehome.org

                                Office: 704.332.8802    Direct: 980.999.2304

Number of Volunteers: About 35+ adults

 Brief Description of Volunteer Job: Volunteers will help staff with landscaping and maintenance tasks, which may include: spreading mulch, clearing brush and limbs, general clean-up as needed – preparation for Festival in the Park!

Tools or special clothing volunteers are requested to bring:

              Work gloves – leather or protective palm recommended

              Wear long pants and long sleeves; wear old clothing

              Wear sturdy, closed toe shoes for safety!

             Bring a refillable water bottle, sunscreen and a hat

Parking/Meeting location: After entering the Park from East Blvd, continue straight to the Stop sign; then turn left and go all the way into the last lot and park near the playground/train/bridge. Look for Park & Recreation vehicles and staff!