Aug 21-24, 2008

THANK YOU

to the many volunteers who make the

happen!

The Waterloo Busker Carnival is recruiting for Volunteer Executive positions on our Board of Directors, as well as for volunteers to help with various jobs during the Carnival.

The Executive currently has vacancies for the following positions.

	Special Events Director, to plan and implement Kidz Day and Opening Ceremonies for Buskers Carnival. More information here
	Director of Merchandising and Vendor Relations, to coordinate vendors and merchandising of Carnival goods. More information here

If you would like to be part of this year's team of volunteers during the carnival and get a free cool t-shirt, there's still time to join in the fun! You will need to download this form and fill it out prior to volunteering. Please call 519-747-8769 for more information on how to become a volunteer!

Volunteer Orientation will be at the Hauser Haus room at the Waterloo Recreation Complex

See the Contact Us page for email or regular mail info

Here are a list of the jobs that are available:

Festival of Fools Set-up and Take-down

Festival of Fools is an indoor fund-raising event that takes place on Wednesday, August 23 from 8 to 11 p.m. at the Centre for International Governance Innovation, (formerly the Seagram's Museum). Volunteers are needed to set up from 5 p.m., and then to take down and clean up the site after the show.

Street Set-up and Take-down

Volunteers will help set up the Carnival, equipment and clean up the street. Volunteers should wear closed-toed shoes during their shifts and be able to comfortably lift 50 lbs. IMPORTANT: All volunteers in this position must be able to follow instructions precisely and be comfortable asking questions if they do not understand the instructions given.

Community BBQ Helpers

As part of our opening ceremonies, on Thursday, August 21st, we will be having a free community BBQ (hot dogs/sausages and pop). We need volunteers to help serve the food, hand out refreshments and clean-up once the BBQ is completed.

Tattoo Volunteers/Kidz Day Volunteers

Volunteers are required throughout the carnival to assist putting tattoos on kids as well as handing out giveaways. Also, volunteers are needed to help out with our colouring contest booth and various other activities during kids day.

Information Booth Attendant

Volunteers at the Information Booth assist the public by answering general questions about the Carnival and providing directions to different areas within the Carnival. The Information Booth also serves as the "Lost Child" centre. All lost children will be brought to the Information Booth and parents looking for their children will be directed to the Information Booth. Also, the Information Booth Volunteer assists all volunteers, managing the sign in/out book, helping volunteers find their work areas and distributing refreshments to the volunteers.

Souvenir Booth Volunteers

Volunteers working at the Souvenir Booth assist the public with purchases of Carnival souvenirs. The Souvenir Booth is open throughout the Carnival and volunteers working at the Souvenir Booth help to promote the Carnival by providing friendly and helpful service to the public.

Roving Freezie Sellers

Grab that wagon with your cooler full of freezies and get some exercise roving up and down King St. Excellent role for the young at heart! (comfortable shoes required).

Carnival Ambassadors

Carnival Ambassadors circulate through the crowd answering questions, handing out programs, assisting, as required, in ensuring that everyone is able to safely enjoy the Carnival. Carnival Ambassadors do not use physical force of any kind, are available to offer assistance if the situation warrants it (i.e. an emergency, locating lost children) and always work in pairs.

Come join us in UpTown Waterloo, Ontario for some fun for the whole family!

This webpage was last updated February 20, 2008

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