Volunteers will assist in the operation of the Summit Free Market, helping community members drop off and pick up reusable goods. This initiative educates and involves volunteers in reducing waste and reusing resources.

Volunteers are needed to help blaze and maintain trails along the Passaic River, promoting the Conservancy's mission of environmental preservation and community involvement.

Become a counselor for the State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) of Union County, assisting people with Medicare and health insurance questions.

Assist seniors by shopping for groceries and running errands, helping them maintain their independence and ensuring they have necessary supplies.

Assist with front desk duties and provide clerical support, helping to ensure smooth operations and a welcoming environment for clients and visitors.

Contribute to the SAGE e-news and newsletter by writing articles and content that inform and engage the community about SAGE’s programs and impact.

Participate in furniture restoration projects, helping to refurbish and restore items for the community. This role supports creative and skilled craftsmanship.

Deliver meals to seniors in the community, providing not only food but also a friendly visit and safety check. Volunteers are crucial in ensuring seniors receive their meals and have a positive interaction.

Photograph events to capture moments and help document the impact of SAGE’s programs and community involvement.

Participate in volunteer activities to qualify for the President's Volunteer Service Award. Volunteers must complete eligible unpaid acts of service benefiting others within a 12-month period.

Lighting Assistants are needed to help hang and focus stage lights. This position requires comfort with heights, as climbing ladders is a necessary part of the role.

The Playhouse consistently needs extra help for various tasks, including labeling postcards, hanging posters, and organizing Playhouse parties. If you have skills to contribute or ideas for involvement, please reach out.

The Producer oversees the entire theatrical production, organizing the production team, scheduling auditions, and ensuring the production runs smoothly and on schedule. They are also responsible for keeping the show within budget. This role is ideal for organized individuals who enjoy managing projects, and new producers can work with experienced Playhouse producers.

Once the set has been constructed, painters are needed to bring it to life with color. Projects range from applying solid wall colors to intricate wood grain effects and detailed scenic designs. Painters of all skill levels, from beginners to experts, are welcome.

The Director provides a strong artistic vision for the production and guides the cast through the rehearsal process. Responsibilities include scheduling rehearsals, coaching actors, and collaborating with the artistic team and producer. Directors are selected after an application and interview process for each production.

After the set is painted, Set Decorators furnish and adorn the stage according to the production's setting. This can include selecting furniture, lamps, curtains, benches, garbage cans, and lamp posts. Decorators source pieces from the Playhouse collection, or by borrowing, renting, and purchasing items.

Ushers and House Managers arrive one hour before show time to welcome guests, distribute programs, and assist patrons in finding their seats. They also manage theatre doors at intermission and help tidy the venue after performances.

The Light Board Operator is responsible for following the script and executing lighting cues using a computerized light board. This role is not overly difficult and training is provided by the Technical Director. Operators must be present at all technical rehearsals and performances. No prior experience is necessary.

The Choreographer creates all the dances for a musical, ensuring they reflect the artistic vision of the production, and teaches these dances to the cast. This role also involves preparing and conducting a dance audition as part of the casting process.

Costume Designers work with the Director to create and provide costumes that are appropriate for the characters, time period, and setting of the production, adhering to a specific budget. Responsibilities may include pulling costumes from the Playhouse collection, renting pieces, shopping for new items, or constructing new costumes from scratch.