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First Night Alexandria 2024(FNA)

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ORGANIZATION: First Night Alexandria

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First Night Alexandria jazz

Calling all volunteers!

Greetings on behalf of First Night Alexandria!

SAVE THE DATE: New Year's Eve - Tuesday December 31st 2024

First Night Alexandria's 30th Anniversary!
Alexandria Festival of Music and More! The event organizers are planning another safe and
responsible return to our family-friendly New Year’s Eve experience in Alexandria.

As you know, Alexandria is a popular destination - all year long! That’s something we continue to be proud of as the community looks forward to celebrating bringing in 2025 at our capstone holiday event.

Can we count on your support?

What's in it for you as a volunteer?

Access to great entertainment
Meet new people with similar interests
Visit new places in the community
Earn community service hours

Have fun!

*Participants voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19
and agree not to hold First Night Alexandria, Inc. liable, should you become ill.

Masks are not requied but recommended at First Night Alexandria.

Zoom training will be provided as we near the event date.

To join the team sign up at our webpage at https://firstnightalexandria.org/

Email Linda Parker at volunteerfna@gmail for more information.

Let's celebrate 30 years of family-friendly fun at First Night Alexandria!


4 Shifts

  • Tue Dec 31, 2024 - 12:00 PM to 06:00 PM EST - Spots available: 10+
    Matinee Program starts at 2pm at the Masonic Temple & Durant Center. Volunteers should arrive 45 minutes before program starts. . Shifts are 3 hrs
  • Tue Dec 31, 2024 - 03:15 PM to 07:00 PM EST - Spots available: 10+
    Block Party 4p-6pm Set up & break down. Arrival 45 min prior to event
  • Tue Dec 31, 2024 - 06:00 PM to 09:30 PM EST - Spots available: 10+
    Durant Center Activities
  • Tue Dec 31, 2024 - 06:00 PM to 11:00 PM EST - Spots available: 10+
    Prime Time programs are from 6-11pm at various sites in Old Town, the Masonic Temple and the Durant Center.3 hr shifts
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About First Night Alexandria

Location:

1034 Woods Place, ALEXANDRIA, VA 22302, US

Mission Statement

First Night Alexandria is dedicated to bringing Alexandria the largest family- friendly and alcohol-free New Year's Eve event in the region. New Year’s Eve is celebrated with performing arts in in Old Town Alexandria. Where museums, churches, rec centers and historic buildings turn into performance venues showcasing area talent. Since 1994, First Night Alexandria has collaborated with area businesses, volunteers, sponsors and supporters to adapt to changing needs, begin new traditions and deliver a community-wide New Year's Eve celebration to remember!

Description

First Night Alexandria is a celebration of the New Year through the performing arts. More than 25 performances take place on 10 indoor stages within Old Town Alexandria. We have performances focused on children and seniors during the daytime and family-friendly concerts all evening! Entertainment includes roots rock, comedy, jazz, R&B, contemporary dance, magic and a Silent Disco. It's fun, affordable and safe and venues are alcohol-free.

Volunteers sign up for one or more shifts to serve at various venues. Duties include assisting at performance venues or activity sites to support attendees and performers. It’s a great way to enjoy live performances and see the fireworks!

Attendees purchase tickets online for the specific shows they want to attend. Venues are walkable and the King Street trolley is free. Additionally, the Dash bus rollis from the Masonic Temple to Market Square.

The Countdown to 2025 begins with a Street Party is from 4pm - 6pm with Twilight Fireworks. An encore fireworks display will take place on the waterfront at midnight as we ring in the New Year over the Potomac River.

CAUSE AREAS

Arts & Culture
Children & Youth
Community
Arts & Culture, Children & Youth, Community

WHEN

Tue Dec 31, 2024
11:00 AM - 11:45 PM
This opportunity has 4 shifts

WHERE

Multiple locations Alexandria, VA 22314

(38.799973,-77.05069)
 

DATE POSTED

August 19, 2024

SKILLS

  • Customer Service
  • People Skills
  • Ushering
  • Critical Thinking
  • Problem Solving
  • Stage Management

GOOD FOR

  • Teens
  • People 55+
  • Public Groups

REQUIREMENTS

  • This is a Done in a Day opportunity and there is no prior training or ongoing commitment needed.
  • Must be at least 16
  • Orientation or Training
  • We ask that each volunteer commit at least three hours to our event. Of course stay as long as you like; we will be there through the midnight fireworks display!
  • All volunteers will initially meet at the Masonic Temple, 101 Callahan Drive, Alexandria, VA to receive vests and instructions. Please arrive 20 minutes before your shift time. Performance venues are in and around Old Town.

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