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VOLUNTEERS

First Friday: Volunteers needed for a variety of tasks during this monthly arts event.

Habitat for Humanity: Truck drivers, receptionist and other volunteers needed.

Liberace Foundation and Museum: Greeter, ambassador, museum interpreter, office assistant, telephone receptionist and tour guide needed.

Make-A-Wish Foundation of Southern Nevada: Wish ambassadors, consultants, event crews, office workers and other volunteers needed.

My Hope Chest, Run For the Hills, June 10: Volunteers needed to register participants, guide riders, give out cards, run games, set up vendor booths as well as other duties during a concert and barbecue after the poker run.

State Health Insurance Advisory Program: Volunteers needed to assist Medicare beneficiaries with their questions and problems; training is provided.

Vegas PBS membership pledge drive, Friday through June 10: Volunteers needed for various duties on a flexible schedule.

For more information about these and other volunteer opportunities, contact the Volunteer Center of Southern Nevada at 892-2321 or on the Web at www.volunteernevada.org.

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