Volunteer Opportunities Of The Week: Annual Bronx River Blitz

HUDSON VALLEY, NY — Each week, Patch will be highlighting volunteer opportunities in the Hudson Valley. This will be a chance to help your community and be an opportunity to give back — perhaps in a way you didn't consider before.

And if you are in an organization that has some need for volunteers, be sure to let us know by emailing jeff.edwards@patch.com.

This week we are putting the spotlight on some opportunities in the Hudson Valley.

Trunk or Treat

Join Westhab for a spook-tacular evening of fun and community service! Volunteers are needed to make Westhab's annual Trunk or Treat event a success by assisting with vehicle decoration, crowd control, cleanup, and distributing candy or prizes. The dress code is casual with an optional touch of Halloween spirit!

Date: 10/30 from 1:30-6:30 p.m.
Organization: Westhab
Location: Yonkers

Trick or Treat Event Volunteers

Mend By Me is transforming the Elks Lodge into "Elks Mansion," where kids will be guided through a haunted hall and given treats. Volunteers are needed to assist with each of the interactive, kid-friendly stations by playing several fun roles, such as the Butler, Grave Keeper, Witches, Mummy, Fairies, Candy Wheel Spinner, and Glow Room Ghosts. Volunteers are also needed to help with setup before and cleanup after the event. This is perfect for teens!

Date: 10/31 from 2:30-8:30 p.m.
Organization: Mend By Me
Location: Peekskill

Bronx River Blitz

Join Westchester Parks Foundation for the largest cleanup of the year of the Bronx River Pathway! During the Bronx River Blitz, volunteers will check in, get supplies and instructions from their Volunteer Coordinators, and then stroll the pathway collecting litter at their own pace. All litter will be weighed to measure the total impact made! This event is rain or shine and perfect for kids, families, and large groups.

Date: 11/2 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Organization: Westchester Parks Foundation
Location: Valhalla, Tuckahoe, White Plains, Yonkers

Open Studio Tour Greeters

RiverArts is hosting its annual Open Studio Tour and it needs volunteers to oversee the welcome tables throughout the rivertowns. Volunteers can express interest in one or more two-hour shifts.

Date: 11/2-11/3; multiple opportunities

Organization: RiverArts

Location: Dobbs Ferry, Hastings-on-Hudson, Tarrytown

Find a full list of opportunities at https://www.volunteernewyork.org.