12th Annual Battle of the Books Trivia Competition |Volunteer Opportunities Of The Week

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

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

Battle of the Books

The Westchester Library System's 12th Annual Westchester Battle of the Books is a trivia competition for local students entering grades 4-12. Battle of the Books aims to promote a love of reading in kids and teens and inspire teamwork and good sportsmanship in an atmosphere of friendly competition. It's a fun day for everyone—team members and volunteers alike! Breakfast and lunch is provided to volunteers.
Date: 10/24 from 8-11 a.m. and 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Organization: Westchester Library System
Location: Ossining

Virtual Workshop Facilitators for Youth

The Blue Resource Table hosts monthly virtual youth workshops to teach boys and girls ages 12-19 a variety of subjects, including different skills, professions, or passions. It is seeking adult volunteers (ages 21+) to lead one or more 45-minute workshop sessions for youth. Session topics can include STEM activities, career exploration, financial literacy, or wellness and mental health. Sessions take place on the last Tuesday of each month starting in October, and volunteers can offer to lead as many workshops as they'd like!
Date: Last Tuesdays of the month
Organization: The Blue Resource Table
Location: Virtual

Saturday Afternoon Basketball and Gym Buddies

Volunteer Basketball and Gym Buddies are needed to support Y-COP of Mount Vernon's youth co-ed basketball program. Offered every Saturday from October to May, this program is open to children ages five to 15. Youth learn the fundamentals of basketball, including passing and dribbling, as well as how to be a good team player and have a positive competitive spirit. There's healthy competition, lots of fun, and playoffs at the end of the season. Volunteer Basketball and Gym Buddies don't need a hook shot or the skills of Steph Curry—just a passion to be a positive influence on kids in the community.
Date: 10/24 from 11:45 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; Saturdays
Organization: Y-COP of Mount Vernon
Location: Mount Vernon

Rev Fest 250 Event Volunteers

Rev Fest 250 is a two-day commemoration where history meets modern-day fun. Volunteers are needed on October 23 (Set-Up Day) and/or October 24-25 (Event Days) for a variety of roles, including stage manager assistance, setup and breakdown, and parking lot checkpoints.
Date: 10/23-10/25; multiple opportunities
Organization: Revolutionary Westchester 250
Location: Pound Ridge

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