Volunteer Challenge! by Sarah Lewis Our Volunteer program is in full swing as of May! We can’t express how excited we are to have this program in place. We’d like to thank everyone in our volunteer fam- ily for the good work you do! Your time and dedication is invaluable, and we are so grateful. As we are in the beginning stages of developing this program, we are still actively seeking out more volunteers. Volunteers have several areas of interest to choose from:
Two Valleys Community Land Trust
6956 SFD Property Update
After three years, construction has started on our 6956 SFD property. The first phase will involve demolishing a garage, beginning with the remodeling of the upper level and converting it to three single units. Once construction is underway, we intend to invite community members to come and see the property as the remodel unfolds. Watch for updates in our Roots and Roofs Newsletter!
Join our Board!
If you believe that we need more affordable housing in the San Geronimo Valley, we invite you to consider joining the Board of Trustees of the Two Valley Community Land Trust. The vision of TVCLT is to sustain culturally diverse and vibrant communities in the San Geronimo and Nicasio Valleys, communities that retain their rural and natural qualities while offering affordable housing opportunities for seniors, working people, and families of all income levels and walks of life. If you want to learn more about TVCLT and Board membership let’s start a con- versation. Send an e-mail to Howie Cort at howie@tvclt.org San Geronimo Valley Planning Group We may be heading into a hot summer, and increased danger from wildfire. The Planning Group urges residents to harden their homes and maintain the defensi- ble space around their properties. FireSafeMarin.org has lots of good information on preparing for a wildfire, creating a fire smart yard, installing fire resistant fenc- ing, and reducing landscaping vulnerabilities. MarinWildfire.org is the website for the Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority (MWPA) and their “Resident Info” menu option has lots of information on subscribing to alerts, low-income senior exemptions from the parcel tax, free chipper days, science & research resources, and resident grants for eligible projects identified on your Wildfire Risk Report, such as installing gutter guards, fire resistant vents, the removal of hazardous vegetation in the Zero Zone and replacement of combustible fences and gates. The last major wildfire in the San Geronimo Valley was in September 1923 and destroyed 85% of the homes in Woodacre. San Geronimo Valley Lions Club As the name implies, Lions Clubs International is a worldwide organization and the motto is “We Serve.” The San Geronimo Valley Lions take this motto to
Office Work, computer, phones, data entry, web design Facilities, repairs, painting, carpentry, gardening, yard work Performing, visual arts, photography, graphic design, crafts Sports, recreation, movement classes Teaching, tutoring Health services, nutrition, wellness Medical/Technical Skills Writing, editing Spanish Speaking or Translating Fund-raising, committees Climate Resilience and Initiatives Events: Catering/Hospitality
Signing up to volunteer is easy! Simply access the QR code provided below, and it will direct you to our website where you can complete a simple form expressing interest. You may also navigate directly to our website: sgvcc.org / Ways to Give / Volunteers. From there, Sarah Lewis will reach out to you to learn more about your area(s) of interest for volunteering and to guide you through the onboarding process.
And one last request…. We invite you to take on the “Volunteer Challenge”.
Here is how it works: We kindly ask that you tell 5 people who tell 5 people who tell 5 people (and so on and so forth) that the San Geronimo Valley Community Center is welcoming new volunteers to help support our programs. • Round 1: You tell 5 people • Round 2: Those 5 people each tell 5 people (5X5= 25) • Round 3: Those 25 people each tell 5 people (25X5= 125) • Round 4: Those 125 people each tell 5 people (125X5= 625) • Round 5: Those 625 people each tell 5 people (625X5= 3125)
heart in the many service projects that we do and one favorite is our annual Rebuild the Valley. A senior from the valley is recommended to us who need a possible variety of projects in their home for health and safety reasons. This past month we were able to help a lovely senior by install- ing grab bars in the shower, bathtub, two bathrooms and a handrail for the inside steps. Lions President Ryan, Secretary
Before you know it, and after only 5 rounds, over 3,000 people have heard about volunteer opportunities at the Center. We’re bound to have the best volunteer base in the county and possibly the state!
Buck Chavez’s Valley Airport Run
Dana, Fred, Tim, Bruce and Allison spent a few hours to make this senior safe as well as happy. For more information on your SGV Lions contact President Ryan Troy 415 902 2182. See you on the Fourth! San Geronimo Community Presbyterian Church New on Wednesdays at 5:30: Singing with Children! Lively song, dance and child-friendly instruments. Jef Labes provides piano accompaniment. Great fel- lowship and fun! Questions? Contact Pastor Kate Clayton, 707-291-5897. All are welcome! Whether you come for spiritual nourishment, musical inspiration or warm com- munity, all of these are offered regularly: MORNING PRAYER service with a Celtic flavor (Iona Worship Book) close to nature, at 9 am in the Patio area; BIBLE STUDY in the Edie Robinson Room at 10; Children/Youth Sunday School available during 11:00 am service – with lessons, crafts, songs, prayer, snacks! JOIN THE CHOIR (rehearsals 6:30 Wednesdays) and BOOK GROUP (every 3rd Thursday at 10:30, in person and via Zoom). For more information, speak with Pastor Kate (707-291-5897 or sgpastor@att.net) or just show up at church. We’ll be glad to see you!
Rides to the Airport with complimentary song or Tarzan Yell (If needed or wanted)
- Hours: Late PM or Early AM so you won’t interfere with my life (or to be arranged) - Weekends: All times available - Co$t: Whatever. 10% of whatever goes to humans who need it more than you or me - Car: mine or yours. don’t care - Pick up or delivery - Experience: Forever - References: Lots of people you probably know - Never lost a client
CALL (831) 240-9252 OR (415) 488-4408
Morning Prayer in the Patio (9 am Sundays)
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