Help pack bags of food for families during distribution events. Volunteers also assist in packing fresh produce items in the kitchen.

Assist in preparing food and hygiene products for monthly distributions. Volunteers set out and organize items for families to select during distribution events.

Tend to the Giving Garden during spring and summer months. Volunteers help grow and maintain produce that is distributed to families in need.

Volunteers sort incoming donations, check expiration dates, and organize items on shelves to prepare for distribution. This role is crucial in ensuring that families receive safe and fresh products.

We promote our programs and events through flyers that need to be posted in the Center and at various locations around town. Experience with programs such as Canva, Google Docs, PowerPoint, etc. is needed to help design promotional flyers at various times of the month.

Help keep our lending library organized by shelving and re-shelving books in proper areas. This entails approximately one hour per week, anytime the Center is open.

From time to time assistance is needed with one of our many social events. Duties can include decorating, setting up for events, and serving food. Can also include on-site assistance at our paper shred fundraisers. All that is needed is a positive attitude and a willingness to give back to the community. Approximately 2-3 hours on a monthly basis.

Help us with database manipulation and spreadsheet maintenance. Requires ensuring all data is entered accurately; reviewing all information entered and making corrections where necessary. Experience with Excel and database skills required. This can be done at flexible times and may require 2-5 hours per month.

This includes answering phones, taking messages, light office work (such as filing, faxing, making copies, etc.), setting up refreshments, and other customer service duties. This includes heavy contact with Center members. Good communication and organizational skills are required. Shifts are available Mondays through Fridays from 9AM-Noon.

We’re always interested in meeting enthusiastic people with expertise, passion, or a special skill they would like to share with our members. Perhaps you can volunteer to: hold a TED Talk, speak to an audience about your work, passion, or hobbies; share photos from a unique travel experience – or whatever you may have to offer. We’re open to ideas!

Do you have an artistic talent or hobby that you can teach to others? Contact us to schedule a 45-minute to 1-hour craft session here at the Center. We will supply all the needed materials.

Volunteers participate in plantings, clean-ups, and other essential projects to help parks thrive. Responsibilities include removing litter, invasive plants, and maintaining trails.

New members wanted. | Requirements: Be between the ages of 16-45. Berkeley Heights residents or residents of a bordering community. Call 908-464-0800 for more information. | Categories: Firefighter, Junior Members

The Music Director is responsible for teaching all vocal music to the cast. If a pit band is involved, they appoint and rehearse with the musicians, and conduct the band during all performances. This position requires an experienced musician with a strong background in both vocal and instrumental music.

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 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.

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.

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 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.

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.