Volunteer Connection for Oct. 17

The Carson City's Parks and Recreation Department is training volunteers for its Community Center/Theater for productions; light and sound technicians; custodians; building monitors and ushers.

• Fremont Elementary School needs volunteers to assist the school librarian or to work with the Garden Habitat project: gardening, weeding, cleaning and pruning.

• Ormsby Association for Retarded Citizens needs volunteers for its Thrift Store to sort, hang and organize clothing.

• Drivers needed for RSVP Carson City to provide seniors transportation to the doctor. RSVP has a van available for drivers' use, or if preferred drive your own vehicle and get mileage reimbursement.

• RSVP is also looking for Respite volunteers to give caregivers a break. Volunteers receive training, mileage reimbursement and a stipend of $175 per month.

• Bureau of Land Management needs volunteers for receptionist and clerical positions.

• Carson City Animal Shelter needs volunteers to assist with many needed services.

All volunteers receive orientation and training.

Also, volunteers can receive out-of-pocket expenses and are covered by several insurances. For details call Carol, 775-687-4680 x 6.