The 7th Annual Stand-Up Paddleboard Witches Festival |Volunteer Opportunities Of The Week

HUDSON VALLEY, NY — Each week, Patch will be highlighting volunteer opportunities in the Lower Hudson Valley, courtesy of Volunteer New York!. This is a chance to help your community and be an opportunity to give back — perhaps in a way you didn't consider before.

This week, we are putting the spotlight on some opportunities in the Hudson Valley.

Sleepy Hollow SUP Witches Festival

The 7th Annual Stand-Up Paddleboard (SUP) Witches Festival is back! Volunteers receive all-day festival access and are guaranteed a witchy good time. Volunteers can help at the ticket booth, parking lot, beach and paddleboard launch site, and more.
Date: 10/10 from 8:30 a.m.- 4p.m.; multiple opportunities. Registration closes 10/7
Organization: Village of Sleepy Hollow
Location: Sleepy Hollow

Fall Harvest Day (Teens Only)

Westchester teens in grades 8-12 are invited to join Fall Harvest Day for a meaningful day of community service and to support sustainable agriculture and environmental education. Volunteers will be harvesting autumn vegetables and preparing plant beds for future crops. Note: this event is for Westchester teens in grades 8-12 only.
Date: 10/10 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Organization: Westchester Youth Alliance
Location: Yorktown Heights

Make Your Move Youth Run

Inspired by One Paso's annual "Run Your Y" 5K, this mini run gives Yonkers youth ages 8-17 an opportunity to get active, connect with their community, and learn about mental and physical wellness. Volunteers will support event setup, check-in, activity stations, and cleanup. Perfect for volunteers 16+.
Date: 10/10 from 1-3 p.m.
Organization: One Paso
Location: Yonkers

Domestic Violence Awareness 5KPresented by Legislator Shanae Williams of the Westchester County Board of Legislators, this event is hosted each October, which is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Volunteers can support this cause by assisting with set-up and registration, cheering on the runners, distributing snacks and awards after the race, and cleaning up. This event takes place rain or shine and volunteers must be able to stand for 2+ hours. All volunteers invited to enjoy a complimentary lunch between 11:15 a.m.-12 p.m.
Date: 10/10 from 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Organization: Westchester County Board of Legislators
Location: Yonkers

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk

Volunteers can sign up for all aspects of the event—from greeting guests and setting up signs to handing out water and cheering on walkers. Volunteers must be 18+ to sign up, but teens 16-17 can participate if an adult volunteer registers them as part of the adult's team.
Date: 10/18 from 7 a.m.-2 p.m.; multiple opportunities. Registration closes 10/9
Organization: American Cancer Society
Location: Purchase

Find a full list of opportunities at https://www.volunteernewyork.org.