One August evening dozens of volunteers convened in the Y’s newly renovated auditorium for a dinner in their honor.
Staff members hosted the event to acknowledge how valuable the Center for Adults Living Well @ the Y volunteers’ work is to both the Center and the Y. With a pianist providing background music, the ambience of the sit-down dinner was delightful. Center Director Leah Ferster addressed the crowd thanking all for their outstanding service. Following dinner, each volunteer received a certificate of recognition and a gift bag. Volunteer Linda Roczowicz then stepped to the mic to tip her hat to the many ways that her fellow volunteers contribute their time and skills (read a transcript below). The evening came to a sweet close as the room made and enjoyed gooey s’mores.
Linda Roczowicz’ speech:
As a volunteer myself, I am grateful to all those who volunteer their time and energy to the various activities that are offered here at the Y: the arts programs, mele, technology, olakino, exercise, nā huakaʻi, Y's SONYC After-School Program ma Harbor Heights, crafts from bead works to knitting and quilting, discussion groups, front desk volunteers at lunch time, the milk ladies advisory board and committee… The Y volunteers give their time, enjoyment and kindness to the participants of the activities they teach.
From one volunteer to another, THANK YOU!
