COLUMN: Village News – April moments you won’t want to miss
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Did you know that April is National Volunteer Month? Here at MHV, we rely heavily on our amazing team of volunteers. They give of their time and talents to partner with us in the work that we do. We really would not be able to accomplish what we do without them. This month, we are emphasizing the importance of volunteering with two volunteering events.
April 18: Volunteer Seminar & Fair
On April 18, MHV is hosting our first-ever Volunteer Seminar & Fair. The Mennonite Heritage Village along with many other local organizations rely on the time and skills of countless volunteers. The Volunteer Seminar & Fair will connect those looking to volunteer with wonderful local organizations.
Our morning will begin at 10 a.m. with a seminar led by Dave Thiessen of MCC. He will discuss the importance of volunteering for individuals, organizations, and the community. This seminar will hopefully inspire those on the fence about volunteering to find an organization that fits with their values. At 10:30 a.m., we will hear from each of the participating organizations regarding various volunteer opportunities they have available. They will highlight what volunteering at their organization looks like and what can be expected. Then, at 11 a.m., attendees will have the opportunity to visit the booths of these organizations, talk with staff members, and sign up to volunteer.
If you value volunteering, want to make more room in your life for volunteering, or simply are curious about the attending organizations, be sure to come out to MHV on April 18 at 10 a.m. and check out the Volunteer Seminar & Fair.
April 22: Volunteer orientation
April 22 marks MHV’s annual volunteer orientation. This is an informational evening for those who are interested in volunteering at MHV and want to know more about what that looks like as well as returning volunteers. We will be discussing various volunteer positions, specific positions that we need more help with, etc. We will also discuss volunteer training sessions for positions that need more in-depth training such as the blacksmith shop or the printery. It will be a great evening to catch a glimpse of what volunteering at MHV looks like! We love our volunteers and we really couldn’t do what we do without them. We would be pleased for you to join our team! If anyone wants more information about volunteering at MHV, please don’t hesitate to call the museum at 204-326-9661 or email Jaysa Thiessen at jaysat@mhv.ca
Upcoming events
April 4 – 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. – The Great Easter Egg Hunt – This fun-filled community event brings together families for a day of Easter excitement including 65,000 chocolate eggs, root beer suckers, free Pret Coffee and tons of great family activities like crafts, face painting and games. Bring your Easter baskets and your little explorers for a morning of fun as they roam the MHV grounds in search of chocolate eggs!
April 9 at 7 p.m. – Local Authors’ Night. Join us for the MHV Local Author’s Night, featuring: a children’s book – Honk Honk by Millicent Brake, a memoir – Prairie Roots and Wings by Philippe Sabourin, a biography – Prayers from the Back Pew by Don Hoeppner, and a novel – Every Season Under Heaven by Harold Neufeld. Free evening with complementary refreshments.
April 14 – 7 p.m. – MHV Annual General Meeting – Hear reports from the MHV board and management, receive the auditor’s report, and participate in the election of directors. Coffee and refreshments will be served.
April 18 – 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. – Volunteer Seminar & Fair – Interested in volunteering but don’t know where to start? Hear about the benefits of volunteering and get connected with local volunteering opportunities in Steinbach and area. Free admission for all.
April 19 – 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. – Wedding and Event Showcase at MHV. Whether you’re planning a wedding, a corporate event, or a family gathering, the MHV Wedding and Events Showcase is the perfect time to see how MHV can be a part of your next group event.