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SUMMARY:Embracing Our Differences - BookPrep Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Organization Name: Embracing Our Differences\, Inc. Event: Embracing Our Differences – BookPrep Workshop On October 20th\, we will be preparing books for school children (pre-K -3rd grade) at the EOD Offices. These books will be read to students in participating classrooms throughout Sarasota and Manatee counties by EOD volunteers on Nov 17th. In partnership with Suncoast Campaign for Grade-Level Reading\, Embracing our Differences conducts “Bucket Fillers Reading days” with pre-selected age appropriate books. These reading days celebrate literacy through a wide variety of books that focus on themes of inclusion\, kindness\, and respect; stimulating conversation about what we share and what makes us unique. This is a wonderful activity where we all have a chance to enjoy giving back and being together. We may even be surprised when one of our members chooses to read aloud the books we are prepping! We need 20 volunteers so please step up if you are available and have an interest. \n Event Date: October 20\, 2026Start Time: 10:00 AMEnd Time: 12:00 PM Carpool Departure Time: 9:15 AM Number of Attendees: 20 Who Can Attend: Members\, Prospective Members\, Spouses/Significant Others\, FriendsAdditional Information:  Casual Attire. Book prep is a seated activity with some volunteers helping sort and pack books in the workroom. One week prior to the service event\,  we will coordinate optional\, but encouraged\, carpooling and lunch (immediately after the event) for all volunteers. All carpooler’s will meet in the lower level of the Clubhouse parking lot. \n Parking at EOD is in the front of the building which faces Tamiami Trail (Rt 41S)\, The EOD offices are on the 2nd floor with elevator access. \nFor those TLCWCF members who wish to volunteer further\, consider signing up to be a Bucket Filler Reader through the EOD at the various schools on Nov. 17th. To sign up as a reader\, go to the EOD website: EmbracingOurDifferences.org.  Page down to select “volunteer with us” in the “GET INVOLVED” section. Next\, page down  to select “be a Volunteer reader” and then select ” Bucket Fillers Reading (11/17) “. That will take you to the EOD registration form. You can request to be assigned to the same school as another Lake Club resident volunteer. Sign up as ASAP as reader volunteer opportunities fill up quickly. \nLunch Information:  Immediately after our service\, still carpooling\, we will head to Seasons 52 in the Mall at UTC. 170 University Town Center Drive\, Sarasota\, Florida. 34243.  Reservations will be in the name of TLCWCF. \nInformation About Charity: Embracing Our Differences is a nonprofit organization that uses the power of art and education to inspire kindness\, respect\, and inclusion. They are best known for their annual outdoor art exhibition featuring artwork and quotations from artists\, writers\, and students around the world. Beyond the exhibition\, their free educational programs\, including field trips\, Reading Days\, Unity Days\, Coexistence Clubs\, classroom resources\, and educator workshops\, reach thousands of students and educators\, helping build more empathetic\, inclusive schools and communities. \n https://EmbracingOurDifferences.org Address:  1209 South Tamiami Trail\, Sarasota\, Florida. 34239. Embracing our Differences is located in the same building as Michaels on East. Main front entrance to the building faces Tamiami Trail. \n Any questions please contact Diane Cohen at dianecohen0@gmail.com or 404-966-8193 YOU MUST BE A MEMBER AND LOGGED IN TO SIGN-UP FOR AN EVENT Sign-Up to Volunteer
URL:https://tlcwcf.org/event/embracing-our-differences-bookprep-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Group Service Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Stillpoint Mission Service Event
DESCRIPTION:Organization Name: Stillpoint Mission Event: Stillpoint Mission Service Event We will be at the Stillpoint Mission distributing diapers to those in need. In addition\, as time permits we will may be asked to support the Mission in other activities such as packing food staples and helping hang and fold clothes for distribution. \n Event Date: November 4\, 2026Start Time: 8:30 AMEnd Time: 11:00 AM Carpool Departure Time: 7:45 AM Number of Attendees: 6 Who Can Attend: Members\, Prospective Members\, Spouses/Significant Others\, FriendsAdditional Information:  This will be our first time serving at Stillpoint Mission. Please wear comfortable\, casual clothes and closed to shoes. We will have carpooling\, but parking at Stillpoint will be at the lot across the street as clients use the parking area adjacent to the building. The mission staff would love to have at least one of our Volunteers be able to speak Spanish\, although this would not be a necessity as they have staff that could step in to help when needed. Optional carpool and Lunch will be coordinated with participants 1 week prior to the event via text. \nLunch Information:  Lunch after  our service will be 9 minutes away (North on 1st St.\, just across the Hernando DeSoto bridge) at 102 Riveria Dunes Way\, Palmetto Fl. It is located at the  Rivieria Dunes Marina. This restaurant gets great reviews! If it is a nice day we will sit outside to enjoy the sunshine and beautiful views. \nInformation About Charity: Stillpoint Mission reaches out to the disadvantaged in the community to meet their clients daily basic needs including food\, clothing\, diapers\, hygiene items\, and limited financial assistance for utility bills. The organization is 100% staffed by volunteers and receives no government assistance. They do not charge for their services and all donations go directly to their clients.  TLCWCF has supported their 501c3 charitable organization through our Grant program. \n https://stillpointmission.org Address:  1608 14th St W\, Bradenton Fl 34205 \n Any questions please contact Cinda Krouk at cindakrouk@gmail.com or 727 804 1664 YOU MUST BE A MEMBER AND LOGGED IN TO SIGN-UP FOR AN EVENT Sign-Up to Volunteer
URL:https://tlcwcf.org/event/stillpoint-mission-service-event/
CATEGORIES:Group Service Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Blue Butterfly Gift Wrapping - Morning Session
DESCRIPTION:Organization Name: Tidewell Foundation Event: Blue Butterfly Gift Wrapping Come join us in bringing joy to children who have lost a loved one in their lives. We will be wrapping gifts for children that have been generously donated to the Blue Butterfly Family Grief Program. Clinical mental health professionals support grieving children and teens to help children feel safe and manage their grief.  Part of the Blue Butterfly support is hosting a holiday party with food and gifts for the children.  \nOur service and contribution is to help wrap the gifts for the holiday party. On December 7th\, there will be a morning and afternoon session for you to help. If you are so inclined\, please bring along some wrapping paper and bows. Less than a 15 minute drive from The Lake Club. \n Event Date: December 7\, 2026Start Time: 9:30 AMEnd Time: 11:30 AM Carpool Departure Time: 9:15 AM Number of Attendees: 10 Who Can Attend: Members\, Prospective Members\, Spouses/Significant Others\, FriendsAdditional Information:  Please note this event has a morning and afternoon session\, this registration is for the morning session. Please sign up for the session you prefer. We need 20 total volunteers\, 10 for each session.\n Optional carpool and lunch reservations will be coordinated via text with all participants 1 week prior to event.  Parking at Libby’s is plentiful\, parking at Blue Butterfly is limited so optional carpooling is recommended\,\nWear casual\, comfortable clothes. Volunteers will be able to sit while wrapping. \nLunch Information:  Optional lunch at:  Libby’s Neighborhood Brasserie 8445 Lorraine Rd\, at 11:45-1:15\, Lakewood Ranch. Fl 34202. \nInformation About Charity: Blue Butterfly Children’s Grief Care is a program within Empath Health Tidewell Hospice. Blue Butterfly’s mission is to serve children ages 5-18 and their caregivers by providing a safe space to grieve and process after a significant death in their lives. Empath Tidewell Hospice is a not-for-profit integrated network of care across the country. \n https://tidewellhospice.org/bluebutterfly/ Address:  6800 Professional Pkwy. W.\nLakewood Ranch\, FL 34240 \n Any questions please contact Gari Beth Palmer at gari.palmer@gmail.com or 9785059511 YOU MUST BE A MEMBER AND LOGGED IN TO SIGN-UP FOR AN EVENT Sign-Up to Volunteer
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LOCATION:Tidewell\, 6800 Professional Pkwy W\, Lakewood Ranch\, Florida\, 34240\, United States
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SUMMARY:Blue Butterfly Gift Wrapping - Afternoon Session
DESCRIPTION:Organization Name: Tidewell Foundation Event: Blue Butterfly Gift Wrapping Come join us in bringing joy to children who have lost a loved one in their lives. We will be wrapping gifts for children that have been generously donated to the Blue Butterfly Family Grief Program. Clinical mental health professionals support grieving children and teens to help children feel safe and manage their grief.  Part of the Blue Butterfly support is hosting a holiday party with food and gifts for the children.  \nOur service and contribution is to help wrap the gifts for the holiday party. On December 7th\, there will be a morning and afternoon session for you to help. If you are so inclined\, please bring along some wrapping paper and bows. Less than a 15 minute drive from The Lake Club. \n Event Date: December 7\, 2026Start Time: 1:00 PMEnd Time: 3:00 PM Carpool Departure Time: 11:15 AM Number of Attendees: 10 Who Can Attend: Members\, Prospective Members\, Spouses/Significant Others\, FriendsAdditional Information:  Please note\, this event has a morning and afternoon session. This registration is for the afternoon session. We need 20 total volunteers\, 10 for each session.\nOptional carpool and lunch reservations will be coordinated via text with all participants 1 week prior to event. Parking at Libby’s is plentiful\, parking at Blue Butterfly is limited so carpool option is recommended.\nWear casual\, comfortable clothes. Volunteers will be able to sit while gift wrapping. \nLunch Information:  Optional lunch at: Libby’s Neighborhood Brasserie\, at 11:30AM-12:45PM\, 8445 Lorraine Rd\, Lakewood Ranch Fl 34202\, \nInformation About Charity: Blue Butterfly Children’s Grief Care is a program within Empath Health Tidewell Hospice. Blue Butterfly’s mission is to serve children ages 5-18 and their caregivers by providing a safe space to grieve and process after a significant death in their lives. Empath Tidewell Hospice is a not-for-profit integrated network of care across the country. \n https://tidewellhospice.org/bluebutterfly/ Address:  6800 Professional Pkwy. W.\nLakewood Ranch\, FL 34240 \n Any questions please contact Gari Beth Palmer at gari.palmer@gmail.com or 9785059511 YOU MUST BE A MEMBER AND LOGGED IN TO SIGN-UP FOR AN EVENT Sign-Up to Volunteer
URL:https://tlcwcf.org/event/blue-butterfly-gift-wrapping-afternoon-session/
LOCATION:Tidewell\, 6800 Professional Pkwy W\, Lakewood Ranch\, Florida\, 34240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Group Service Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Mothers Helping Mothers Thrift Shop Service
DESCRIPTION:Organization Name: Mothers Helping Mothers Event: Mothers Helping Mothers Thrift Shop Service Volunteers will be  receiving\, sorting\, hanging\, folding\, and displaying donated merchandise along with other possible activities in the thrift shop.\nThe Mothers Helping Mothers Thrift Shop and facility recently completed a full renovation and we will be  serving in their updated facility! \n Event Date: January 29\, 2027Start Time: 9:00 AMEnd Time: 12:00 PM Carpool Departure Time: 8:15 AM Number of Attendees: 12 Who Can Attend: Members\, Prospective Members\, Spouses/Significant Others\, FriendsAdditional Information:  Optional carpooling will begin at the lower level parking lot at the Lake Club Clubhouse. Carpooling is recommended as limited parking is available on sight.\nCarpooling and lunch reservations will be coordinated with volunteers via text 1 week prior to the event.\nVolunteers should wear closed toe shoes and casual attire.\nPlease bring water bottles\, they have a water fountain for refills and snacks. Please leave personal belongings in the car for safety.\nServing will include standing\, moving around the store or sitting in a chair folding clothes. \nLunch Information:  UTC Flemings immediately after service. \nInformation About Charity: Mothers helping Mothers provides basic necessities and new baby equipment\, formula\, diapers\, and merchandise free of charge to local families in need.  We also provide one-time\, helping-hand-up\, financial assistance for clients in crisis in order to stave off\nhomelessness and suffering\, and act as a single hub for connecting local resources and community support specific to their situation. Because MHM is a 100% volunteer-run non profit operating for over 30 years\, every dollar donated goes directly to these services. \n https://mhmsarasota.org Address:  5933 N Washington Blvd.\nSarasota\, FL 34243 \n Any questions please contact Paula Olsen at ptolie2@comcast.net or 860-841-0290 YOU MUST BE A MEMBER AND LOGGED IN TO SIGN-UP FOR AN EVENT Sign-Up to Volunteer
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LOCATION:Mothers Helping Mothers\, 5933 N. Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, Florida\, 34243\, United States
CATEGORIES:Group Service Opportunities
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