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What is Godfrey Daniels?
Godfrey Daniels is a premier live music listening room that has provided the
Lehigh Valley with top quality entertainment since 1976. Godfrey's has
earned a reputation as one of the finest folk music venues in the country.
We are a not-for-profit organization that’s volunteer-run and
membership-supported. Anyone can become a volunteer.
Volunteering is the level at which people actively participate in the
organization. Our volunteers are the backbone of Godfrey’s daily activity;
from setting up, to tearing down each and every event, the volunteers make
it happen. One of the most important things for volunteers to remember is
that they represent Godfrey’s to our audience. A warm smile and a friendly
gesture are essential in creating that special atmosphere we've all come to
know and love here at Godfrey’s.
How do I get involved?
First, if you have not done so already, complete the volunteer sign-up form
at Godfrey’s. The information from the sign-up form is used to track each
volunteer’s event activity for volunteer incentives and recognition. There
are various volunteer positions. You may sign up immediately for counter,
seating, Emcee, cleanup, and performer product sales without any advance
training. However, the cashier and soundboard do require advance training.
Workshops for these positions are scheduled periodically. Basic job
descriptions for some of the positions are as follows:
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Seating:
Check reservation count, then set up tables and chairs for the size of
audience expected. Make name tags from the reservation list, noting any
special seating requests etc. Make the seating chart (a preprinted
layout of the room is provided). Usher the audience to their seats as
they arrive. After the concert, fold and put away the chairs and tables.
A modest amount of cleanup is also involved.
Counter: Turn on coffee maker, espresso machine, tea water urn,
and fill sinks with soap solution and bleach solution. Bring up ice and
refreshments from refrigerator and freezer in the basement. Restock
paper goods and ice cream if necessary. Become familiar with the menu
board and prices. Be prepared for intermission. After intermission
refreshments are returned to basement storage. Check bathrooms before
concert time to restock paper towels and tissue.
Emcee: Meet the performer(s) and review show time, length of
sets, intermission, and anything the artist would like in their
introduction (such as record label, new CD, etc). Coordinate with sound
tech for start time. At the beginning of the first set, give a brief
introduction and info regarding restrooms and smoking lounges (outdoors
of course), and at beginning of second set, some info regarding
membership, volunteering, Godfrey's history, etc.
Product sales: Help the artist to count in their product, learn
prices, handle sales before the concert, during the intermission, and
after the concert.
Clean up: Generally all join in to take out the garbage and
recycling, run the vacuum, help put away chairs and tables if needed.
More detailed job descriptions are available in the volunteer book at
Godfrey’s. These are very helpful when you're in need of some guidance
in terms of what needs to be done. However, there is plenty of time to
learn what you need to know and plenty of knowledgeable folks happy to
answer any questions you may have.
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How do I sign up for performances?
You may sign up yourself, you may telephone Godfrey’s to leave a message on
the voice mail, or one of our coordinators may telephone you. There is a
“Volunteer Book” that has a record of our upcoming concerts and events. Feel
free to stop in and browse through the book to see if any performances
appeal to you. You may pick any shows of interest to you, and sign your name
(in pencil) in the appropriate space.
What time should I be at Godfrey’s to work a show?
The standard time is one and one-half hours prior to show time. If this is
not possible, please be kind enough to let us know; leave a message on the
voicemail for one of the volunteer coordinators.
Godfrey Daniels offers incentives for your volunteer efforts. A volunteer
pass, worth $10.50 admission, is given for every four events you work, and
comes with the quarterly volunteer newsletter. This gives you an opportunity
to attend a concert at Godfrey’s and relax, viewing the performance from a
different perspective. Other benefits include our annual volunteer events
including an end-of-summer picnic and a holiday party. Still one of the
biggest treats is the free music every time you work.
Hope to see you there!
For more information, or if you are a registered
volunteer who would like to sign up for a concert, please contact us at:
Volunteers@godfreydaniels.org
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