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Using Social Networks To Recruit, Retain, And Engage Volunteers, Part 5: Pinterest

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August 27, 2012

Welcome the final installment of series on recruiting, retaining, and engaging volunteers through social networking! more»

Weekend Roundup: August 24, 2012

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August 24, 2012

Welcome to another Weekend Roundup--we hope you're having a fantastic Friday!

AnnouncementsOccupational volunteering - chalk drawing, Volunteer Global

Our photo contest is still underway! Check out our newest submissions and add yours today. more»

Sintra, Portugal: A City Of Unique Adventures

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August 23, 2012

Just a short train ride from the capital Lisbon, Sintra, Portugal offers tourists, backpackers, academics, and volunteers alike unique opportunities to see the beauty of Portugal from outside the city’s capital.Sintra, Portugal - Volunteer Global more»

Travel Buddy Of The Week: Oyster Worldwide

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August 22, 2012

This week's Featured Travel Buddy is Oyster Worldwide. With programs in 13 different countries, Oyster Worldwide offers comprehensive gap year and career break volunteer experiences. Learn more in our newest 60 Seconds To Serve video below!

All About Occupational And Professional Volunteering

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August 21, 2012

For most people, volunteering abroad provides the opportunity to do something outside of their normal day-to-day work. However, many nonprofits and NGOs find that in addition to the normal volunteer duties, they need professional help to make up for their usually overworked staff and low budget. more»

Calkins Creamery & Highland Farm Field Day - August 30th

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August 20, 2012

Local Dairy Farm Finds Success in Cheese Making Business
6th generation Wayne County farm to share experiences in diversifying the family dairy more»

Using Social Networks To Recruit, Retain, And Engage Volunteers, Part 4: LinkedIn

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August 20, 2012

Welcome the fourth of our five-part series on recruiting, retaining, and engaging volunteers online! more»

Weekend Roundup: August 17, 2012

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August 17, 2012

Happy Friday, all! We've got some great stuff to share from this week, so let's get started:Victoria Falls Conservation Program - Worldwide Experience - Volunteer Global more»

Lock Haven Man Jailed After Multiple Charges in Piatt Township Incident

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39 weeks 3 days ago

Lock Haven Man Jailed After Multiple Charges in Piatt Township Incident - A 35-year-old man is jailed on charges of allegedly trespassing, resisting arrest and fleeing and eluding police following an incident last week in Piatt Township. more»

Big Mistakes Students Make In Choosing A Major—And How Volunteering Abroad Can Help

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August 16, 2012

Like most students, I went to college with only vague ideas of what I wanted for my future. At best, I knew what I was good at and figured that I could work to get better at it. At worst, I had no idea what I was passionate about or what I could dedicate myself to for the rest of my life. more»

Travel Buddy Of The Week: Mercy Ships

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August 15, 2012

This week's Featured Travel Buddy is Mercy Ships. This global charity has operated since 1978 and is one of the most well-known volunteer based charities worldwide. For more than 30 years, Mercy Ships has operated hospital ships in developing countries, providing medical services to those who need it. Learn more in our newest 60 Seconds To Serve video below! more»

All About Needle Exchange Programs And How To Help

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August 14, 2012

Needle exchange programs, also known as needle and syringe programs or syringe exchange programs, are (depending on region of the world) programs afforded by non-profit organizations, governments, and hospitals that allow drug users to obtain needles and other injection equipment at little or no cost—typically with the user exchanging dirty, used, contaminated needles for clean, sterile ones. more»

Little League Museum Hosting Several Events During World Series

By Little League Baseball and Softball
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39 weeks 6 days ago

The Peter J. McGovern Little League Museum will be hosting several events during the upcoming Little League Baseball World Series, including the appearance of former Major League Baseball and National Football League player Brian Jordan.  The 66th Little League Baseball World Series will be played Aug. 16-26. more»

Television Coverage to Showcase Little League International Tournament

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39 weeks 6 days ago

The Little League Baseball and Softball International Tournament will feature 81 televised games throughout the month of August. ESPN and its family of networks, ABC, and the New England Sports Network (NESN) will provide the live coverage.

See Day-By-Day Schedule Below. more»

Using Social Networks To Recruit, Retain, And Engage Volunteers, Part 3: Twitter

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August 13, 2012

Welcome the third of our five-part series on recruiting, retaining, and engaging volunteers through social networking! more»

Motorcyclist Sustains Major Injury in Clinton Township Crash; Alcohol Suspected

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39 weeks 6 days ago

Motorcyclist Sustains Major Injury in Clinton Township Crash; Alcohol Suspected - PSP Montoursville suspect alcohol consumed by a Harrisburg man may have caused him to crash last week. Trooper Johnathan Buynak said around 7 p.m. on Aug. more»

Zeigler Sr., Ralph E.

40 weeks 1 day ago

Ralph E. Zeigler Sr., 

Ralph E. Zeigler Sr., 92, died Saturday, August 11, 2012 at his home following a brief illness.

Born September 28, 1919 in Altoona, he was the son of Oscar B. and Anna J. Rudisill Zeigler.

Ralph and his wife, the former Elda C. Emigh, observed their 70th wedding anniversary on March 1, 2012. more»

Weekend Roundup: August 10, 2012

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August 10, 2012

Happy Friday, all--we hope you had a fantastic week! Check out the links below for announcements, stories, and new stuff from our Travel Buddies--and have a great weekend! more»

All About Volunteering For Historic Preservation

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August 9, 2012

Historic preservation is a commonly used buzzword in the realm of volunteering that includes a great variety of different tasks and endeavors. more»

Roup, Rose Marie

40 weeks 4 days ago

Rose Marie Roup

Rose Marie Roup, 69, of Williamsport, died on Wednesday, Aug. 8, 2012, at the Gatehouse.

Born June 6, 1943, in Williamsport, she was a daughter of Kenneth and Genevive Fitzsimmons. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Robert Raup, and sister, Shirley Miller. more»

Cole, Dennis L.

40 weeks 3 days ago

Dennis L. Cole

Dennis L. Cole, 61, of Williamsport died Thursday, Aug. 9, 2012, at his home.

Born Aug. 3, 1951, in Williamsport, he was a son of the late Ezra and Madeline L. (Doud) Cole.

He was a graduate of South Williamsport High School. Dennis was a life member of Independent Fire Co. No. 1 South Williamsport and member of Eagles Club No. 970. more»

Travel Buddy Of The Week: GoEco

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August 8, 2012

This week's Featured Travel Buddy is GoEco. Founded in 2005, GoEco's projects span the globe from the Americas to Africa to Australia, and can focus on wildlife, conservation, development, healthcare, teaching, and more. Learn more in our newest 60 Seconds To Serve video below!

Lenel Systems Recipient of Hartman Friendship Award

By Little League Baseball and Softball
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40 weeks 5 days ago

The safety and security of everyone, including both the participants and the fans, at the Little League Baseball World Series is one of the most important considerations in the preparation for one of the summer’s most anticipated events. more»

Guest Post: The Pros And Cons Of Volunteering Abroad Solo Or With A Group

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August 7, 2012

Today’s article is brought to you by Tom Hopkins. Tom is Editor in Chief for Minds Abroad, your informed counselor for study abroad and travel programs in China. Learn Mandarin in China and enrich your cross-cultural experience. more»

Smith, Regina G. (Jean)

40 weeks 4 days ago

Regina (Jean) G. Smith

(April 7, 1926 - August 7, 2012)

Regina G. (Jean) Smith, 86, a resident of Elimsport, PA, passed away on Tuesday, August 7, 2012 in the Williamsport Regional Medical Center.

Born in Duryea, Luzerne County, PA, on Wednesday, April 7, 1926, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Agnes Pesotine. more»

Using Social Networks To Recruit, Retain, And Engage Volunteers, Part 2: Facebook

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August 6, 2012

Welcome the second of our five-part series on recruiting, retaining, and engaging volunteers through social networking! more»

Weekend Roundup: August 3, 2012

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August 3, 2012

AnnouncementsVictoria Falls, Zimbabwe - Volunteer Global

Well, what have we got here! Our very first front page photo contest--click here to learn more and enter! more»

Miller, Karin M.

41 weeks 2 days ago

Karin M. Miller 

(August 31, 1967 - August 3, 2012)

Karin M. Miller, 44, of Williamsport, died Friday August 3, 2012 at her home.

Karin was born on August 31, 1967 in Williamsport. She was the daughter of William and Sandra Gramlich.

Karin married her high school sweetheart, Mark Miller in 1997.  more»

Challenger Exhibition Game at Little League Baseball World Series will be Televised Live by WVIA

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41 weeks 3 days ago
WVIA Will Televise Challenger Game at Little League Baseball World Series Again This Year. Pictured is a scene from the 2011 game. (Photo courtesy of Little League Baseball and Softball)

Again this year, the annual Little League Challenger Division exhibition game that is part of the Little League Baseball World Series schedule, will be televised. more»

Volunteering Abroad In Zimbabwe

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August 2, 2012

As a landlocked country in the south of Africa, Zimbabwe is a country full of biodiversity. It is home to one of Africa’s most beautiful attractions—Victoria Falls, one of the biggest and most beautiful waterfalls in the world. more»

Jason Varitek Is 2012 Little League Graduate of Year Recipient

By Little League Baseball and Softball
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41 weeks 4 days ago
Varitek will be recognized prior to the U.S Championship game of the Little League Baseball World Series on Aug. 25. (Photo courtesy of Red Thunder, Wikimedia Commons)

Former Captain of the Boston Red Sox and two-time Major League Baseball World Series champion Jason Varitek will be honored with the 2012 William A. “Bill” Shea Distinguished Little League Graduate Award during the 66th Little League Baseball World Series in South Williamsport, Pa. more»

Travel Buddy Of The Week: World Computer Exchange

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August 1, 2012

This week's Featured Travel Buddy is World Computer Exchange. With projects in 77 countries, this organization provides Internet access to children and youth by equipping schools and community centers with computer labs. Learn more in our newest 60 Seconds To Serve video below!

How To Assess Popular Philanthropy Trends

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July 31, 2012

Multiple times in the past year, the philanthropy world has been shaken by different charitable trends that have fizzled out a few weeks later as people begin to understand that their initial view of the organization was just a little one-sided. more»

Using Social Networks To Recruit, Retain, And Engage Volunteers (Part 1)

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July 30, 2012

Welcome the first of our five-part series on recruiting, retaining, and engaging volunteers through social networking!

Personal use and organizational use—what’s the difference?

While the usefulness of social networking should be a no-brainer, using your networks to their full potential sometimes isn’t quite so easy to figure out. more»

Weekend Roundup: July 27, 2012

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July 27, 2012

Nick Adie of Lattitude Global Volunteering contributed this guest post on volunteering responsibly.Volunteer in Cameroon - Volunteer Global more»

Volunteering For Music Education

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July 26, 2012

Regarded as the field of teaching and learning of music, music education is perhaps one of the oldest types of education in history, with humans using different types of music and sound as communication and self-expression since Neolithic times.Piano player - Volunteer for music education - Volunteer Global more»

Travel Buddy Of The Week: Earthwatch Institute

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July 25, 2012

This week's Featured Travel Buddy is Earthwatch. One of the world's largest private funders of scientific research, Earthwatch invites you to volunteer with hands-on expeditions focusing on environment, culture, habitats, and more. Learn all about them in our newest 60 Seconds to Serve video!

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Rancho Niguel Little League is 2012 ASAP Winner

By steve barr
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42 weeks 5 days ago

SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 24, 2012) – One of the major considerations in every decision made by Little League Baseball and Softball is the safety of the players, coaches and volunteers in the program. In 1995, ASAP (A Safety Awareness Program) was established to encourage local leagues to formulate a safety program that could be used as their guideline. more»

Volunteering Abroad In Cameroon

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July 24, 2012

As one of the most geologically and ecologically diverse countries in Africa, Cameroon provides diversity for volunteers seeking a multitude of environments—from beaches and deserts to mountains and rainforests.Cameroon volunteering - Volunteer Global more»

Guest Post: Volunteering Overseas—It’s All About Being Responsible

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July 23, 2012

This guest article is brought to you by Nick Adie. Nick is the Communications manager for Lattitude Global Volunteering, an international youth development charity with 40 years’ experience in sending young people on challenging overseas placements. more»

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