About
The annual day of the dead celebration is our biggest event at the ESB-MACC. This day is held as an indigenous Mexican holiday that celebrates the life cycle through the building of temporary altars to commemorate loved ones who have passed.
We need volunteers to help out from October 28-Nov. 1st. (please see shifts) for the following:
-Altars Exhibit
-Artist Market
-Sound System
-Stage Set Up and Technical Staff
-Information Table
-Green Room and Backstage Assistance
-Classic Car Show
-Family Activities
*Mask Making/Headdress
*Papel Picado
*Beaded Necklaces
*Sugar Skull Décor
*Sugar Skull/Merch Booth
We need volunteers to help out from October 28-Nov. 1st. (please see shifts) for the following:
-Altars Exhibit
-Artist Market
-Sound System
-Stage Set Up and Technical Staff
-Information Table
-Green Room and Backstage Assistance
-Classic Car Show
-Family Activities
*Mask Making/Headdress
*Papel Picado
*Beaded Necklaces
*Sugar Skull Décor
*Sugar Skull/Merch Booth
Positions
0 Remaining
Registration
Registration Closed
Registration Closes
Any time before each shift ends or when space runs out.
Age Limit
18 and up
Requirement Details
1) Must attend a volunteer orientation (THURSDAY, OCT. 23rd 2-3pm or 6-7pm)
2) Volunteer Application must be filled out, turned in to main office, or mailed to:
Attn: Volunteer Coordinator
600 River St.
Austin, TX 78701
or emailed to Elizabeth.Castillo2@austintexas.gov
2) Volunteer Application must be filled out, turned in to main office, or mailed to:
Attn: Volunteer Coordinator
600 River St.
Austin, TX 78701
or emailed to Elizabeth.Castillo2@austintexas.gov
Perks
Cross-Cultural experience, apply bilingual language skills, Connect with community members and meet artist and musicians.
Plus, volunteers will receive an appreciation gift and T-shirt (please indicate what shirt size)!!
Plus, volunteers will receive an appreciation gift and T-shirt (please indicate what shirt size)!!
Parking Details
Free parking available for our volunteers only. Car-pooling recommended.
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45 Positions Filled
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16 Impacts
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62 Hours
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Shifts (33)
1 - 2 of 2 Shifts
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Decorations- Morning Shift | 10:00am (CT) | 2:00pm (CT) | Please help us decorate and get the ESB-MACC ready for our biggest celebration! | 2/2 | Over |
| Decorations- Afternoon Shift | 1:00pm (CT) | 5:00pm (CT) | Please help us decorate and get the ESB-MACC ready for our biggest celebration! | 0/2 | Over |
1 - 3 of 3 Shifts
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Decorations- Morning Shift | 10:00am (CT) | 2:00pm (CT) | Please help us decorate and get the ESB-MACC ready for our biggest celebration! | 0/2 | Over |
| Decorations- Afternoon Shift | 1:00pm (CT) | 5:00pm (CT) | Please help us decorate and get the ESB-MACC ready for our biggest celebration! | 1/2 | Over |
| Stage Set Up & Technical Assistant | 1:00pm (CT) | 5:00pm (CT) | Please help out the Audio and Technical Coordinator with setting up prior to the day of the event. (Please wear comfortable clothes and close toe shoes. Light lifting will be involved.) | 1/2 | Over |
1 - 1 of 1 Shifts
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stage Set Up & Technical Assistant | 1:00pm (CT) | 5:00pm (CT) | Please help out the Audio and Technical Coordinator with setting up prior to the day of the event. (Please wear comfortable clothes and close toe shoes. Light lifting will be involved.) | 1/2 | Over |
1 - 2 of 2 Shifts
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Decorations- Afternoon Shift | 1:00pm (CT) | 5:00pm (CT) | Please help us decorate and get the ESB-MACC ready for our biggest celebration! | 0/2 | Over |
| Decorations- Morning Shift | 10:00am (CT) | 2:00pm (CT) | Please help us decorate and get the ESB-MACC ready for our biggest celebration! | 1/2 | Over |
1 - 2 of 2 Shifts
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Decorations- Afternoon Shift | 1:00pm (CT) | 5:00pm (CT) | Please help us decorate and get the ESB-MACC ready for our biggest celebration! | 2/2 | Over |
| Decorations- Morning Shift | 10:00am (CT) | 2:00pm (CT) | Please help us decorate and get the ESB-MACC ready for our biggest celebration! | 1/2 | Over |
11 - 20 of 23 Shifts
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Information Table (Late Shift) | 6:00pm (CT) | 9:30pm (CT) | Please help out the ESB-MACC Education Department at the Information Table by greeting participants and answering questions. All materials will be provided and you will be working with an ESB-MACC Staff Member. | 2/2 | Over |
| Information Table (Early Shift) | 2:00pm (CT) | 6:00pm (CT) | Please help out the ESB-MACC Education Department at the Information Table by greeting participants and answering questions. All materials will be provided and you will be working with an ESB-MACC Staff Member. | 2/2 | Over |
| Mask Making/Headdress Booth | 4:30pm (CT) | 8:30pm (CT) | Please help out the ESB-MACC Education Department at the Family Activities Area. All materials will be provided and you will be working with an ESB-MACC Staff Member. | 2/2 | Over |
| Papel Picado Booth | 4:30pm (CT) | 8:30pm (CT) | Please help out the ESB-MACC Education Department at the Family Activities Area. All materials will be provided and you will be working with an ESB-MACC Staff Member. | 1/2 | Over |
| Sugar Skull Merchandise Booth | 4:30pm (CT) | 8:30pm (CT) | Please help out the ESB-MACC Education Department at the Family Activities Area. All materials will be provided and you will be working with an ESB-MACC Staff Member. | 2/2 | Over |
| Sugar Skull Décor Booth | 4:30pm (CT) | 8:30pm (CT) | Please help out the ESB-MACC Education Department at the Family Activities Area. All materials will be provided and you will be working with an ESB-MACC Staff Member. | 2/2 | Over |
| Beaded Necklaces Booth | 4:30pm (CT) | 8:30pm (CT) | Please help out the ESB-MACC Education Department at the Family Activities Area. All materials will be provided and you will be working with an ESB-MACC Staff Member. | 2/2 | Over |
| Stage Set Up & Technical Assistant (Late Shift) | 6:00pm (CT) | 9:30pm (CT) | Please help out the Audio and Technical Coordinator with setting up prior to the day of the event. (Please wear comfortable clothes and close toe shoes. Light lifting will be involved.) | 0/3 | Over |
| Stage Set Up & Technical Assistant (Early Shift) | 2:00pm (CT) | 6:00pm (CT) | Please help out the Audio and Technical Coordinator with setting up prior to the day of the event. (Please wear comfortable clothes and close toe shoes. Light lifting will be involved.) | 3/3 | Over |
| Altar Exhibition Assistant (Early Shift) | 2:00pm (CT) | 6:00pm (CT) | Help us keep order in the community gallery where the altars will be set up by the community. Please greet and answer any questions guest may have about the altars. Make sure no one is touching or altering the altars. | 2/2 | Over |
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Elizabeth Castillo wrote on October 30th, 2014
HELP NEEDED!!!
I have just added a new shift. We really need assistance with registering people that will participate in the Classic Car Show on Nov. 1st from 11:30am - 2:30pm.
Please spread the word!!
Elizabeth Castillo wrote on October 21st, 2014
Hi Guys,
We are still in need for some afternoon shifts to be filled.
If you are able to sign up for another shift, please do so!
I will have extra goodies for those that volunteer for more than one shift!
Thanks for you dedication and time! :)
-ellie
ESB-MACC Volunteer Coordinator
Elizabeth Castillo wrote on October 21st, 2014
Hola ESB-MACC Volunteers!
This is just a reminder, Please email me what time you all will be available to attend the Volunteer Orientation this Thursday, OCT. 23rd- The first session is from 2:00-3:00pm and the second session from 6:00-7:00pm.
It is important that you all send me an email to the following address and give me your RSVP for which Volunteer Orientation session you can make it to, so that I may order enough food for everyone! (Yummy!)
THANK YOU!!
-ellie
elizabeth.castillo2@austintexas.gov
elizabeth.castillo@live.com
