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Take Your Child to Work Day
March 14
Hall of History 137 West Dodge Road
Omaha, NE
Allow visually impaired children to participate in a special spring tradition. Volunteers help the children make their way to the eggs and from that point they independently feel around for the egg
Contact Kathy Herman at kathleen.herman@qwest.com or Lois.Johnson@qwest.com for more information.
Take Your Child to Work Day
April 24th
1314 Douglas Street & 19th & Douglas
Omaha, NE
Children and young guests of Qwest employees participate in various activities to learn about Qwest and the telecommunications industry. The Pioneers brings Project Connect to the day. Project Connect is a series of 7 web-based learning applications that combine a fun, gaming experience with educational content related to our everyday experiences with telecommunications technology. Contact Kathy Herman at kathleen.herman@qwest.com or Lois.Johnson@qwest.com for more information.
Children's Groundwater Festival
May 13th
8:00AM - 4:00PM
Central Community College & College Park
Grand Island, NE
The purpose of the event is to educate 4th & 5th grade students about groundwater and its relationship to other natural resources in a fun & interactive atmosphere. While participating in hands-on activities, stage shows, and exhibits, students will discover their potential for environmental stewardship & learn how working together can impact natural resources conservation. Contact Kathy Herman at kathleen.herman@qwest.com for more information.
Women's Shelter Drive
April 21- May 30
1314 Douglas Street
Omaha, NE
We will be collecting paper towels, tissues, toilet paper, dryer sheets, sidewalk chalk, coloring books, and crayons for the benefit of the local Women's Shelter. Contact Kathy Herman at kathleen.herman@qwest.com or Lois.Johnson@qwest.com for more information.
Membership Drive
April 30
1314 Douglas Street
Omaha, NE
Increase membership and participation for Spring Into Action Volunteerism
Waffleman Breakfast
August 10 9:30A - 12:30P
Platt Duetsche Society
1315 W Anna
Grand Island, NE
Back To School
August
Qwest Bldgs
Omaha, NE
Collect school supplies for the needy
NE Junk Jaunt
September 26, 27 & 28
Grand Island, NE
300 Mile Continuous Yard Sale
30-35 Central NE towns participate
Last yr 20,000 people from 32 states & 70 of the 90 counties attended
Annual Soup & Dessert Supper
October 14 5:00P-7:30P
American Legion Club
1914 W Capital Ave
Grand Island, NE
Part of proceeds go to our troops
Pioneers Membership Drive and Birthday Party
November 5
1314 Douglas Street
Omaha, NE
Increase membership and celebrate the Pioneers 97 Birthday
Douglas County Hospital Holiday Wishes
November - December (Exact dates to be determined later)
Qwest Bldgs
Omaha, NE
Purchase and deliver presents for long-term care patients at Douglas County Hospital
Salvation Army Bell Ringing
November - December
Locations To Be Determined
Ring holiday bells for the Salvation Army
Food Bank
November-December
Qwest Bldgs
Omaha, NE
Collect non-parishable food for our local food bank
ON-GOING PROJECTS
Career Closet
Collect appropriate clothing for men and women job interviews as well as a small wardrobe for starting a job or job training
Contact Kathy Herman (402-422-4593) or Lois Johnson (402-422-8642)
Give Back Without Leaving the Office
Collections, Drives, Birthday in A Bag, Virtual Baby Shower, Dignity Bags, No Sew Blanket, Decorate Christmas Stockings or Gift Bags
Contact Kathy Herman (402-422-4593) or Lois Johnson (402-422-8642)
Hug A Bear
Provide comfort to children in traumatic or unfamiliar situations. Donated to public safety, fire, rescue and emergency medical personnel to be given to children
Contact Kathy Herman (402-422-4593) or Lois Johnson (402-422-8642)
Items to Collect for Pioneer Activities
Pop Tabs, Cell Phones, Eye glasses
Contact Kathy Herman (402-422-4593) or Lois Johnson (402-422-8642)
Military Support
Collect and send clothing, books, and other items along with cards and messages
Contact Kathy Herman (402-422-4593) or Lois Johnson (402-422-8642)
Pioneer Store
Staff the Pioneer store during open hours - Every Wed 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM - located 1314 Douglas 5th Floor Omaha, NE
Contact Kathy Herman (402-422-4593) or Lois Johnson (402-422-8642)
Talking Books
Repair talking books and produce them for children
Contact Kathy Herman (402-422-4593) or Lois Johnson (402-422-8642)
Volunteer Ides for Individuals and Families
Please contact Kathy Herman (402-422-4593) or Lois Johnson (402-422-8642) for a list of these activities
Be sure to check the Nebraska section on the events page to learn of upcoming activities and events in Nebraska.
