Our Aberdeen is an events programme run by Aberdeen Archives, Gallery & Museums. Its aim is to encourage people to come together to explore the city through our art and history collection. Each session is themed and is introduced by our volunteers who create a friendly, relaxed atmosphere, encouraging discussion and reminiscing. We use the collection as the starting point to share stories with each other and learn more about the history of our city. One of the features of this event is the opportunity to hold real museum objects. We have a set of themed Treasure Boxes, which are really mini museums. -The types of activities we include: • Opportunities to handle real museum objects • Exploring and talking about artworks and exhibitions • Reminiscence and memory sharing • Short creative activities that involve sight, sound, touch or smell -What is the role? This role is part of a dedicated team that create sessions suitable for older people and those living with a dementia diagnosis. This role includes: • creating content for events with our team and existing volunteers • supporting the sessions for members of the public including event preparation and meeting and greeting audiences • collecting relevant information and data, including attendance figures at our sessions • socialising with the audience and encouraging discussion -What’s in it for you? • Opportunities to develop valuable skills and experiences within the gallery and museum sector • Training in dementia awareness, collection object handling and working with the public • Enjoyment in doing something you like while meeting new, like-minded people • Being a valued part our team and supporting our dementia friendly programme • Sharing your passion and enthusiasm with the community • Voluntary work experience, which can be an invaluable addition to your transferrable skills A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference. All assistance is greatly appreciated. To volunteer with us/for further details please contact Laura Socha, Volunteer Liaison Officer at email: LSocha@aberdeencity.gov.uk

We have many volunteering opportunities at St Margaret’s Braemar. We put on a number of concerts, talks and exhibitions during the year and are looking for volunteers to help with setting up/breaking down and also during the events i.e stewarding, taking tickets and serving at the bar. There are plenty of other opportunities including maintenance, admin and promotion. We would also appreciate a couple of people that would be willing to distribute posters/flyers in different village in Deeside. We would love to hear from anyone who has got a passion for the arts, historic buildings or community projects.

This wonderful railway is operated entirely by volunteers and maintenance work to keep this railway in top shape has not stopped during the pandemic. Throughout the year a vast programme of work is undertaken by volunteers, ranging from working on the track, running the trains to rolling stock maintenance and building maintenance… and the list goes on. In fact, many of our volunteers try their hand at most of these various jobs as and when required – and a significant number started volunteering without having specialist skills in these areas in the first place. If you would like to lend a hand at the Railway, spend some time doing something truly hands-on, let us know.

Music 4 U is a registered charity and inclusive provider of performing arts classes in Aberdeen. We currently have fantastic opportunities for people to assist us through helping at our fundraising events - setting up, selling raffles, overall help for the events. A tremendous opportunity to assist with a great charity and be part of exciting events. All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Natalie Burness, Fundraising & Events Co-ordinator at email: fundraising@m4u.org.uk