GETTING INVOLVED

NEW DIRECTIONS FOR WOMEN

This recovery center for women with alcohol or other chemical dependencies seeks volunteers. Call: (949) 548-9927 or (949) 548-8754.

NEWPORT BEACH 1/1 ADOPT A MARINE BATTALION FUND

The 1/1 Adopt A Marine Battalion Fund was created to accept donations and to provide financial support for ongoing programs and events planned to show appreciation to the 1st Battalion 1st Marines, based at Camp Pendleton. Call: (949) 644-3124.

NEWPORT BAY NATURALIST

The Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve is looking for volunteers to assist with naturalist-led tours and programs, special events and habitat restoration projects. The interpretive center is at 2301 University Drive, Newport Beach. Call: (949) 923-2296.

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ARTS FOUNDATION

Share in the passion of the arts and become a volunteer for the Newport Beach Arts Foundation. Meetings are the second Tuesday of every month at 6 p.m. in the office of Karen Butera Inc., 2824 E. Coast Highway, Corona del Mar. Call: (949) 673-7205.

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VISITORS BUREAU

Volunteers with extensive knowledge of Newport Beach are needed to help promote the city as a travel destination. Call: (949) 719-6100.