 RSVP Celebrates 50 Years of Volunteer ServiceA 50-year anniversary celebration was held at the Berkshire Athenaeum on Wednesday, featuring tables with around 30 organizations that have partnered with the program as well as food and joyful spirits.  RSVP of Berkshire County celebrates 50 years of ServiceThe event, which will be held from 1-3 p.m., is free and open to the public. It will feature close to 30 volunteer stations representing organizations who are partners with RSVP throughout the county.  RSVP Recognizes Volunteers with Annual LuncheonTyer presented the Volunteer of the Year award to Real Gadoury for the work he has done with RSVP. Gadoury has been volunteering for RSVP since February 2019 and, by the end of 2021, he had donated 515 hours to the community.  Froio Center Volunteers Pack Monthly Brown Bags for SeniorsThis is done on the fourth Friday of each month through the Council on Aging's Brown Bag Grocery Program, which provides eligible seniors with a bag of groceries through curbside pickup and van delivery. RSVP Visitor Center Opens in PittsfieldThis collaborative initiative between RSVP and the city’s Office of Cultural Development will be open from 10:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. Monday thru Friday.  RSVP of Berkshire County Meet-and-GreetRefreshments will also be available.  RSVP of Berkshire County Appoints New DirectorMost recently, Torrey served as the administrative assistant and investigator in the city's Office of Veterans Services.  Former Veterans Services Assistant Tapped as RSVP DirectorLisa Torrey began her leadership role in the department on Wednesday and looks forward to working with city seniors.  RSVP's Wheels for Wellness Seeks More VolunteersWheels for Wellness has given 468 rides to 176 local individuals since its launch in June. Volunteers have driven more than 13,000 miles combined and have contributed over 1,000 hours of service.  RSVP Lifetime Achievement AwardFor nearly 50 years, Lawrence has been an active volunteer in the community. RSVP Director Jeff Roucoulet recalled some of Lawrence's achievements over the years. |
