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<title>Family Volunteering</title>
<description>November 21st is Family Volunteer Day.  Volunteering is a great thing to do as a family and we have lots of opportunities here in Arlington.  If your family enjoys volunteering maybe you would like to do it again in 2010 to earn a day at Disney!</description>
<pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Holiday Volunteering Is Easy With Volunteer Arlington</title>
<description>The Holidays are a great time to give back to your community.  Volunteer Arlington makes it easy to connect to Holiday Volunteer Opportunities by posting Thanksgiving and December Holiday Opportunities with local non-profit and community organizations.</description>
<pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Volunteer Arlington - Fall 2009 Update</title>
<description>Enthusiasm for service is ramping up across the nation as the Summer of Service ends and a lifetime of service begins.  This Fall you will see your favorite celebrities sharing stories of service, and continued support from President Obama’s United We Serve campaign.</description>
<pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>EMERGENCY VOLUNTEERS</title>
<description>Volunteers play a crucial role in assisting first responders and providing emergency relief and medical assistance immediately after a disaster.  Volunteers also help with activities to mitigate disasters, prepare in advance, and assist with short-term and long-term recovery efforts to return the community to normal conditions after an incident.</description>
<pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Service Is The New Black</title>
<description>If you thought that the Green movement was sweeping the country, just wait to see what happens when Hollywood gets on board with the Service movement!  This month, the Entertainment Industry Foundation (Hollywood&#39;s leading charitable organization), has partnered with the leading service organizations to promote volunteering in a big way.  Go to www.iparticipate.org to find out more.</description>
<pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>9/11 NATIONAL DAY OF SERVICE</title>
<description>Arlington has always taken time on September 11th to reflect, remember, and build community.  This year Arlington will join with the entire nation in honoring the lives that were lost with the first National Day of Service and Remembrance.</description>
<pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>SUMMER OF SERVICE</title>
<description>Recently President Obama and the First Lady launched the United We Serve initiative, calling on everyone to get involved in service this summer.  Volunteer Arlington is your one stop shop for answering the call to serve in Arlington!</description>
<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK 2009</title>
<description>National Volunteer Week 2009 &#34;Celebrating People in Action,&#34; presents an opportunity to celebrate the ordinary people who accomplish extraordinary things through service.</description>
<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>VOLUNTEER ARLINGTON</title>
<description>Volunteer Arlington is the new face of volunteering in Arlington County with a new name and new look for 2009.  Now is an exciting time for getting more involved in your local community and Volunteer Arlington is here to help!</description>
<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>MULTICULTURAL VOLUNTEERS</title>
<description>Arlington County is an inclusive community that values diversity by creating community among people and gaining benefits from their differences. The County also has a long history of community involvement; recruiting volunteers of multicultural backgrounds to connect with the community is a natural extension of its rich history.</description>
<pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Help Suffolk&#39;s Tornado Victims</title>
<description>Northern Virginia Volunteer Centers have been receiving a variety of requests and updates regarding the Suffolk vicinity tornadoes.  If you would like to help, please stay tuned to the below websites for the latest information.</description>
<pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>National Volunteer Week - April 27 Through May 3</title>
<description>National Volunteer Week is about inspiring, recognizing and encouraging people to seek ways to engage in their community.  Use the Volunteer Office&#39;s Online Volunteer Connection to locate volunteer opportunities that interest you!</description>
<pubDate>Sun, 27 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Seeking Volunteer Program Specialist</title>
<description>The Volunteer Office is looking to hire a new member to our small staff of three. We are specifically looking for someone with a diverse skill set in Community Building, Communications, Information Technology (IT), and Coaching/Supporting Collaborative Teams.</description>
<pubDate>Fri, 18 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>National Capital Volunteer Mobilization Exercise</title>
<description>Arlington County’s Volunteer Office will be joining regional volunteer centers, nonprofits, and emergency managers from across the National Capital Region (NCR) for a regional exercise to practice mobilizing volunteers in case of a large-scale emergency or disaster.</description>
<pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>THIS IS AN EXERCISE</title>
<description>Thank you for your interest in responding to the recent disaster.  THIS IS AN EXERCISE --- IT IS NOT A REAL EMERGENCY</description>
<pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>New Volunteer Services Program Coordinator</title>
<description>Greg Castano has been selected as the new Volunteer Services Program Coordinator for Arlington County.  Greg brings to the position 4+ years of experience working for the Volunteer Office and a wealth of experience in program management and community building from the non-profit, consulting, and education fields.</description>
<pubDate>Wed, 27 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Keep Walkways Clear &amp; Safe / Help Neighbors</title>
<description>Home owners and businesses are responsible for clearing sidewalks. Take steps today to keep walkways clear and safe. Lend a hand to neighbors and friends, especially the elderly and disabled.</description>
<pubDate>Fri, 22 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Arlington County Seeks Volunteer Services Program Coordinator</title>
<description>The Volunteer Services Program Coordinator plans, designs, and implements programs to increase the involvement of Arlington residents as volunteers in the County government and community agencies to meet community needs, deliver creative solutions to community problems, and enrich lives.</description>
<pubDate>Fri, 21 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>2008 Governor&#39;s Volunteer Awards</title>
<description>Consider nominating a special community volunteer for Virginia&#39;s prestigious 2008 Governor&#39;s Award for Volunteerism and Community Service.  Nominations are due no later than 5:00 PM Thursday, January 31.</description>
<pubDate>Wed, 19 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Tax Preparation Volunteers</title>
<description>Volunteers are needed to help prepare tax returns for seniors and low-income families to make sure they receive all tax credits and refunds for which they are eligible.</description>
<pubDate>Tue, 27 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Arlington Turkey Trot On Thanksgiving Day</title>
<description>Online registration is full but you can still register to walk in the 2007 Arlington Turkey Trot,  proceeds to benefit Arlington-Alexandria Coalition for the Homeless (AACH) and Doorways for Women &amp; Families.</description>
<pubDate>Mon, 19 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Holiday Giving Opportunities</title>
<description>As the holidays approach, many Arlingtonians feel a special desire to give to others.  In addition to the holiday volunteer opportunities listed above, the Volunteer Office suggests that you also browse through our Donations Hotlink.</description>
<pubDate>Thu, 01 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>CA Wildfires State Donations Hotline</title>
<description>The state of California has set up a State Donations Hotline for the Southern California Wildfires situation at 1-800-750-2858.</description>
<pubDate>Thu, 25 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>African American And Hispanic Outreach</title>
<description>Arlington and Alexandria agencies are in need of volunteers of African-American and Hispanic heritage to help in many diverse programs addressing the needs of families and children, youths, individuals, and senior citizens.</description>
<pubDate>Wed, 15 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>50+ VOLUNTEERS</title>
<description>As the first wave of the Baby Boomer generation begins to retire, the possibilities -- and challenges -- for increased community involvement are endless.  Volunteer your time, talents and expertise to make our community a better place!</description>
<pubDate>Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Studies Show Volunteering Is Prescription For A Healthy Life</title>
<description>Recent research shows that volunteering in your community improves your health, happiness and general well-being. Volunteering not only improves self-esteem, but also reduces heart rates and blood pressure, increases endorphin production, enhances immune systems, buffers stress and combats social isolation.</description>
<pubDate>Wed, 13 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>County Government Honors Outstanding Volunteers</title>
<description>Volunteers for Arlington County Government were honored by the County Board at a recent reception attended by the County Manager and key staff leadership. Special awards were presented to 12 Outstanding Volunteers.</description>
<pubDate>Mon, 30 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Community Hero Awards Announced</title>
<description>The James B. Hunter III Community Hero Awards will be presented at Ballston Common Mall on Saturday, May 12, when Arlingtonians celebrate the 11th annual Neighborhood Day.</description>
<pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Flourishing After 50 - Virginia Boomers Tops in Service</title>
<description>In a recent study, Virginia had the fifth-highest rate of Baby Boomer volunteers and the sixth-highest median number of Baby Boomer volunteer hours in the past year.  This bodes well for Arlington&#39;s new &#34;Flourishing after 50&#34; initiative, sponsored by the Office of Senior Adult Programs.</description>
<pubDate>Fri, 20 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Caring Responses - Virginia Tech</title>
<description>As America absorbs the effects of the shooting at Virginia Tech, offers of assistance and ways that people can express their sorrow are now emerging. The Volunteer Office will post this information as we receive it. Please contact the organizations below directly to respond.</description>
<pubDate>Tue, 17 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Volunteer Tax Clinics</title>
<description>Through April 16, trained volunteers will be preparing tax returns for seniors and low-income residents to help them receive any credits or refunds they are due.  The federal Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), for example, can result in substantial tax refunds. Free tax clinics will be held at several locations, including the Department of Human Services in Clarendon (see chart).</description>
<pubDate>Mon, 02 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Help Neighbors First In Snow Emergencies</title>
<description>During snow emergencies, volunteers are asked to respond to the needs of their families and neighbors first -- especially those who have physical or mental disabilities.  

Please do not drive unless necessary, so that roads will be open for emergency and snow-removal vehicles.</description>
<pubDate>Sat, 24 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>CANCELLED - February 13 Arlington DHS Tax Clinic</title>
<description>Due to inclement weather conditions the February 13 DHS Tax Clinic at 3033 Wilson Boulevard has been cancelled.</description>
<pubDate>Tue, 13 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>2007 Person Of Vision Awards</title>
<description>Nominations are now being accepted for 2007 Person of Vision awards to be presented by the Commission on Women.  The theme of this year’s celebration is Generations of Women Moving History Forward. Deadline for nominations is Wednesday, February 7.</description>
<pubDate>Wed, 31 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Interservice Club Council Holds Annual Luncheon</title>
<description>The Inter-Service Club Council of Arlington will hold its annual luncheon on Wednesday, Nov. 15 at noon.  Keynote speaker will be Nancy Pallesen of the Arlington Free Clinic.</description>
<pubDate>Sun, 12 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Volunteer Office Seeking Emergency Volunteers</title>
<description>We need you!  The Volunteer Emergency Support Team (VEST) is a group of volunteers who will assist the Arlington Volunteer Office in the aftermath of disasters.  VESTs will help make sure that &#34;spontaneous volunteers&#34; wishing to help will be used in the best ways possible.</description>
<pubDate>Mon, 17 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Flood Volunteers Needed in Fairfax And Montgomery Counties</title>
<description>Due to extensive flooding and evacuations in both Fairfax and Montgomery Counties, the Volunteer Centers in both jurisdictions are recruiting volunteers to help with cleanup projects and assisting in emergency shelters.</description>
<pubDate>Wed, 28 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Americans Spend 50 Hours Per Year Volunteering</title>
<description>A new national survey shows that American volunteers spend a median of 50 hours per year volunteering.  Most frequent volunteer activities are mentoring, tutoring, coaching/refereeing, fundraising, and collecting/serving food.</description>
<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Arlington Responds To Katrina</title>
<description>Arlington County has joined forces with Habitat for Humanity of Northern Virginia to form a community  partnership with Biloxi, Mississippi to assist in the rebuilding after Hurricane Katrina.</description>
<pubDate>Wed, 31 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Call For Volunteers--Arlington Response To Katrina (ARK)</title>
<description>Arlington County has joined forces with Habitat for Humanity of Northern Virginia to enter into a Community Rebuilding Partnership with Biloxi, Mississippi.  County Board member Jay Fisette will personally lead an Arlington volunteer delegation from May 30 – June 2.</description>
<pubDate>Thu, 25 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Arlington County honored more than 3000 volunteers in county government programs and presented 10 Outstanding Volunteer Awards during a special recognition event held recently.</description>
<pubDate>Sat, 20 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>On Saturday, May 13 at 11:30 am, the James B. Hunter III Community Hero Awards will be presented at Ballston Common Mall as part of the annual Neighborhood Day celebration.   All are invited.</description>
<pubDate>Sat, 06 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>The Arlington County Volunteer Office celebrates National Volunteer Week by giving special recognition to more than 3,000 local residents who volunteer for our county government.</description>
<pubDate>Sun, 16 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Academy Award winner George Clooney, a long-time supporter of United Way and a member of the United Way of America Board of Trustees, has donated his Academy Awards46 gift bag to be auctioned off to benefit the United Way Hurricane Response and Recovery Fund.</description>
<pubDate>Wed, 22 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Kudos about BoardMatch:  &#34;We have a Board Treasurer thanks to you. We are also in the process of getting another director from the Board Match.  I think your system is great.&#34; (Karen Serfis, Executive Director, AHOME)</description>
<pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2006 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>CRM Group Volunteer Activities - Get Up, Get Out, and Get Involved!</description>
<pubDate>Thu, 10 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>How Hurricane Katrina Evacuees Can Get Help</title>
<description>If you are in contact with people in need of assistance who are hurricane evacuees, please help them follow the steps below to obtain assistance. Special information from the IRS on filing 2005 tax returns is included.</description>
<pubDate>Sat, 17 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Over 100 families have arrived in Arlington after losing their homes in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. There are many local needs -- for housing assistance, furniture and household items, gift certificates, help finding employment, and various other kinds of volunteer assistance.</description>
<pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>The Arlington Community Foundation announces the availability of grants to charitable organizations assisting Hurricane Katrina evacuees in Arlington.</description>
<pubDate>Thu, 15 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Due to the overwhelming response it has received, the Arlington Red Cross is putting a hold on its volunteer intake for the next few weeks.  They need to take some time to process and place the hundreds of volunteers who have contacted them in the past two weeks.</description>
<pubDate>Sun, 11 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>For those interested in providing housing for Hurricane Katrina evacuees, the Commonwealth of Virginia has announced a plan to assign evacuees to host families through local faith-based organizations.  Prospective host families may also visit one of several national websites that have been set up by nonprofit organizations to connect evacuees with offers of housing.</description>
<pubDate>Mon, 05 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>For people 55 and over -- now entering your &#34;wisdom years&#34; -- check out the new Silver Star icons that mark volunteer opportunities of special interest.</description>
<pubDate>Thu, 01 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>One Day&#39;s Pay is a national voluntary day of service to remember those who lost their lives on 9/11.  A variety of opportunities for volunteering on (or near) September 11 are available.</description>
<pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>No time better than the summer to volunteer, especially if you are out of school and looking for ways to stay active and engaged.  Many organizations, agencies, and programs in the Arlington community gladly accept teen volunteers!</description>
<pubDate>Fri, 01 Jul 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Now live on the Volunteer Office website, BoardMatch is an easy online tool for helping connect people to local nonprofits that need Board of Directors members and other volunteer leadership.  Please take a look and tell others you think may be interested as well!</description>
<pubDate>Fri, 15 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Community Role Models: Environment Learning Forum</title>
<description>Come out Wednesday May 25th and find out how you can spend less time in your car and more time Enjoying Arlington&#39;s Environment.  The Community Role Models (CRM) seek to engage young adults (20s and 30s) in greater civic involvement in Arlington County.  We&#39;ll have all the bases covered at May&#39;s CRM Environmental Learning Forum, from the basics like recycling and park information, to details on how to volunteer with Arlington environmental groups and get involved with recreational clubs.</description>
<pubDate>Mon, 04 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Low-Income Tax Preparation Assistance</title>
<description>Low-Income Tax Preparation Assistance (Ayuda de Preparaci115n de Impuestos para Personas de Baja Recursos), Arlington Area Sites. Information Compiled by the Arlington County Department of Human Services.  For more information please call - Para m97s informaci115n llame (703) 228-1300.</description>
<pubDate>Tue, 22 Mar 2005 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>You are invited to a Learning Forum, Wednesday January 26, 2005, 7:00 pm at the Arlington Central Library - Auditorium.  The theme of the evening is Community Development in Arlington County and will feature a panel discussion with community leaders in the arts, business, local government, and housing.</description>
<pubDate>Fri, 31 Dec 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>National Public Radio has compiled a list of aid agencies collecting donations for the victims of the deadly tsunami that struck southern Asia.  The US Agency for International Development (AID) has also provided information on effective giving.</description>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Dec 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>If you have household items or office equipment that you no longer use, the Volunteer Office invites you to use our Donations Clearinghouse services -- including a Donations Directory of items needed by local agencies, and the Donations Hotlink.</description>
<pubDate>Tue, 21 Dec 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>At a local level, the American Red Cross needs volunteers to staff its National Response Center.</description>
<pubDate>Sat, 04 Sep 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>On a National Level, the Red Cross has an IMMEDIATE need for 1,000 volunteers to travel to its Atlanta, Georgia Staging Area.</description>
<pubDate>Sat, 04 Sep 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Community Volunteer Network is an active social network of young adults (20s/30s) dedicated to making a difference in Arlington through volunteering, building networks, socializing and developing leaders. Learn more about how you can get involved!</description>
<pubDate>Mon, 31 May 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Arlington County and the Citizen Corps Council announce a new campaign, &#34;Arlington Prepares&#34;, to help households, neighborhoods, and businesses prepare for community emergencies ranging from severe storms to threats to our homeland security.</description>
<pubDate>Thu, 22 Apr 2004 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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