Aberdeen Arts Centre is looking for volunteers to help support our Panto performances of Rapunzel over the festive period. A fantastic, enjoyable opportunity to help the Aberdeen Arts Centre during an exciting time of the year. Full guidance and support is provided to all volunteers. All help makes a difference and is greatly appreciated. If you’d like to know more, please get in touch with Tanya at email: tanya@aberdeenartscentre.com to sign up for an information evening on Wednesday 6th December.

Citymoves Dance Agency SCIO is a regional dance charity based in Aberdeen, in the North East of Scotland. Our charitable purpose is to lead positive impacts through dance. The organisation was established as an independent Scottish charity in 2015. We’re committed to making continued improvements to how we work, across all parts of the organisation. We strive to remove barriers so that people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds can experience the benefits of a life enriched by dance. We welcome a diversity of perspectives in the work that we support, the classes we teach, the talent we nurture, and the people we recruit. We believe this makes us an organisation that is stronger and more meaningful to the communities we serve. The next period will see us deepening our commitment to artists, audiences, and participants across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire, and thinking about how we best serve our communities. *About the role: Citymoves’ trustees are responsible for the governance and strategy of the charity. We welcome applications at any time, from individuals with a variety of skills. Experience in any one or more of the below areas would be particularly welcome at this time: · Head of Finance Committee with Finance Experience · Human Resources Skills and Experience We welcome both new and experienced trustees from across the UK. We are interested in people who are enthusiastic about learning, and who would like to contribute to the development of dance in the North East of Scotland. *Time commitment: Trustees are expected to attend the Quarterly Finance Meeting and 2 weeks later followed by the Quarterly Board Meetings and one strategic away-day per year. The Head of the Finance Committee will also attend an annual close out meeting to enable the final approval of annual accounts. This is a voluntary, 2 to 3 year appointment, with reasonable travel expenses covered. We also have a learning budget and are committed to supporting the development of our Trustees. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference. All Board Members/Trustees are greatly appreciated. For more information please contact: Hayley Durward, CEO at email citymoves@citymoves.org.uk or telephone 01224 984159.

For the past 27 years, Radio North Angus have recruited young volunteers to present programmes and are currently seeking new applicants. The School's Out programmes, broadcast between 1600 and 1800, Monday to Friday, afford school students a unique opportunity on British Independent Local Commercial Radio to present their own music radio programmes. These programmes are designed specifically for a teenage audience, whilst giving presenters (DJs) the chance of personal development and to acquire media skills and to gain self-confidence. Our transmitters broadcast across Angus in Arbroath (96.6FM), Carnoustie (107.5FM), Monifieth (105.9FM), Brechin, Forfar, Montrose (87.7FM) and Kirriemuir (107.9FM). We also broadcast on the Tayside DAB at certain times of the day, and we broadcast worldwide, with an app facility from our website - http://www.radionorthangus.co.uk. The voluntary service is regarded favourably by prospective employers, college, University and can be included as community service for all levels of the Duke of Edinburgh, Saltire Awards etc with certain members proceeding to follow successful careers in broadcasting and journalism. Training in music radio production, consisting of seven sessions will mainly be held between 4 and 6 pm once a week but other times can be arranged. Thereafter, there are practice sessions before presenters proceed to live or pre-recorded programming, depending on their availability. Programmes at times other than School's Out are also available. The commitment ifs to present a programme once a week for at least one year. Arrangements can be made to avoid conflict with study for examinations. Music radio is enjoyable, fun and welcome expressions of interest. If you would like to know more initial contact should be made by phone or email to Malcolm Finlayson, Managing Director.

Aberdeen Arts Centre is an independent arts venue and registered charity in the heart of Aberdeen, Scotland — delivering a varied programme of theatre, dance, music, spoken word, comedy, film and creative learning events. We are currently looking for volunteers. You can combine all three of the roles below or partake in just one area that interests you. Opportunities to Volunteer include: • Front of House • Café • Bar Front of House volunteers are responsible for greeting the audience, showing them to their seats and ensuring their well-being throughout the evening. Café and Bar volunteers serve customers drinks and snacks before the show and in the interval. The bar may also remain open after the show for customers to stay and relax. Full training will be provided for each position and you will be supported by our experienced team of current volunteers and staff throughout your time with us. Whether you can commit to several nights a week or only a few nights a month, we'd love to hear from you! A fantastic opportunity to help at a leading arts, culture, community venue and charity. All volunteers make a real difference and are greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Tanya Read, Operations Manager at email: info@aberdeenartscentre.com or telephone: 01224 635208.

We are looking for volunteers to help at our various youth provisions. We have a youth art group that runs every Friday evening and we also have children and families cooking classes. The volunteer role will involve working with our youth worker and project worker to deliver art groups, cooking groups or other groups as part of our youth provision. The role will include, setting up and tidying up before and after sessions, working with the young people on various projects, engaging with the young people to help them develop and to find out what they would like to do.To adhere to our safeguarding policy and follow all relelvant procedures.

Calling all knitters and Crafters: You can make a huge difference to the lives of children affected by domestic abuse and family breakdown in Shetland. We're seeking out talented volunteers to create some 'Worry Monsters' that will bring comfort and joy to the young folk we support during the most challenging times. What are Worry Monsters? They're cuddly creatures with a very special power - they gobble up worries and fears! By crafting these adorable compainions, you can provide a source of comfort and reassurance for children who need it most. Our specialist CYP (Children and Young People) workers use a variety of creative and playful therapeutic techniques to support children (of all genders, ages 3+) to use their Worry Monster to help process what might be going on at home, and you can be a part of making that happen. Here's how you can get involved: *Knit, sew or craft your own Worry Monster using your favourite materials and colours. Let your creativity shine! There are various free patterns available online if you need an idea of where to start. A pouch or mouth to store worries would be ideal. *Please ensure your Worry Monster is child-friendly, soft and huggable. *Once you've finished your creation, please contact us and we'll arrange collection. We'll make sure each Worry Monster finds its way to a deserving child. By sharing your crafting skills, you'll be providing a tangible reminder to these children that they are not alone and that their worries can be transformed into something magical. Let's come together as a community and make a difference - one stitch at a time. If you have any questions or need more information please email office@shetlandwa.org or call 01595 692070 Lets create a world where children feel safe, loved and supported. Together we can make a lasting impact.

Applications are encouraged from all those who have an interest in theatre and the arts and / or youth arts. More information about the Trust and the range of skills required, are detailed here https://bit.ly/brunton-trustees The Brunton Theatre Trust is a registered Scottish Charity (SCO 22422). Appointments to the Trust will not be remunerated.

HippFest is one of Scotland's most prestigious and popular film festivals, happening in Scotland's oldest purpose-built cinema - the Hippodrome in Bo'ness. Renowned for its warm welcome, inclusive atmosphere and community engagement, the Festival attracts fans of cinema and live music and has an unrivalled reputation in the UK for screening an exciting programme of international silent films, accompanied by a dazzling line-up of new and established musicians and performers. We aim that all volunteers are involved in as many of the following tasks as possible throughout the Festival, including... Working with venue staff to ensure a welcoming cinema: • ‘Face of the Festival’ customer care activity (e.g. assisting with general queries from members of the public) • Queue management before and after events • Maintain a clean environment for audiences (particularly with consideration for Covid-19). • Support box office staff during busy periods Event co-ordination: • Support the technical team, e.g. providing roving audience microphone for question and answer sessions • Assist in the smooth running of our events programme taking place in different event venues across Bo’ness as a representative of the Festival (Hub/Village, the Barony Theatre, Bo’ness and Kinneil Railway). • Assist with guest hospitality where required • Provide customers with programme notes for relevant titles Festival evaluation: • Speak directly with audience members about their Festival experience • Capture feedback by accurately completing prepared surveys with audiences as they leave events • Contribute to maintaining safe storage of completed surveys

Ayrshire Cancer Support exists to ensure that help is readily available for those who need it. In line with this mission Ayrshire Cancer Support seeks to involve volunteers to: ensure our services meet the needs of our clients; provide new skills and perspectives and increase our contact with the local community we serve. We need volunteers as Content Creators/Influencers for our social media. If you have an interest in Tik Tok, Instagram, Film Making, Photography, Marketing, Performing Arts, Upcycling, Media, Arts & Fashion, Repurposing and Vintage & Retro please get in touch with us. Although this position is partly home based the volunteer must be able to visit the shop regularly to photograph/video the shop and the displays. We could not continue without our volunteers. You can volunteer as little or as much time as suits you. If you are interested in helping out at the shop, contact us on retail@ayrshirecs.org Volunteering gives you the opportunity to meet new people, use your free time in a useful way, add to your CV and help others.

St Giles’ at Six concerts are at 6pm every Sunday, and are free to enter, with a collection at the end for anyone who wishes to donate. As a Concert Steward, you would be responsible for several duties, including welcoming the audience and showing them to seats, assisting with the Test and Protect system, and helping with general queries on the night. It’s a great opportunity to do some volunteering in Edinburgh’s historic High Kirk, whilst experiencing music from performers across the globe.