It’s that time again – “Viva Vecinos,” the 2019 El
Rio Vecinos’ Block Party, is just around the corner!
I’m reaching out because
you have either volunteered at past Block Parties, have expressed an interest
in doing do, or have been recommended as a possible volunteer or a point of
contact for volunteers. As usual, last year’s Block Party was a huge success –
the food, drink, and crowd was better than ever and we capped that off by
raising more money than ever before for El Rio’s Children’s Dental Program –
proceeds that helped hundreds of often underprivileged kids in the Tucson
community get dental services that they may not have otherwise gotten.
As with
each passing year we, at the Vecinos, are looking to exceed last year’s marks and
we need your help!
We are looking for volunteers who are willing to join the
Vecinos team and several hundred guests at the event and help us make sure the
night goes off without a hitch. To that end, we are asking for a few hours of
your time on the evening of Saturday September 21st… depending on
how much of a Wildcat fan you are it may be important to note that there is no
University of Arizona football game that day – it is a bye week for them. In
exchange for a few hours of your time you’ll be able to experience the sights
and sounds of the event while helping to support a very worthy cause and will
be provided dinner, parking, and a volunteer t-shirt.
What: The 6th Annual Block Party, brought to you by the El Rio
Vecinos (more info on the event can be found here: http://www.elriovecinos.com/
a great video showcasing last year’s Block Party can be seen here: https://youtu.be/n0_ZRESxkjE).
When: Saturday September 21st, 2019, from late afternoon/early
evening until approximately midnight (the hours you would be needed are
somewhat flexible and we’re willing to accommodate your schedule)
Where: Jacome Plaza in downtown Tucson (101 North Stone Avenue, right outside
the main library). First year at this new larger venue!
Why: To have a great time while helping to raise money for a great cause –
the El Rio Children’s Dental Program. The first five Block Parties have raised
well over $300,000 for the Children’s Dental Program and we are looking to
build on that as best we can!
If you are able to
help out please send an email to volunteer coordinator Mark Hotchkiss at MarkAHotchkiss@gmail.com with your
name and T-shirt size! If you have any questions please feel free to reach out
to him!
It seems like it is going to be a lot of fun and for a great
cause too!!
Thanks again,
Brody
Brody Stephen Harn bharn@email.arizona.edu
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