If you have questions, please email: volunteer@trinidaddiobluesfest.com, jerry@trinidaddio.com or contact Paula Murphy at 680-7587. Thank You!
Thank you for volunteering for Trinidaddio! Over the past year, many changes have occurred. Among them, in 2019, Trinidaddio intended to add events to the 2020 calendar at the end of June and July in addition to the regular weekend before Labor Day in August for the Blues. They were to be an Americana Fest in June and a Latin Fest in July. Of course, with the onset of Covid, everything was cancelled with the expectation of moving all to 2021. Unfortunately, we have already cancelled the June event. However, we do plan to combine the two events on July 31 for an Americana & Latin Fest.
On the new volunteer form, please indicate the events and times you would like to volunteer. All events will be held in the Central Business District; at the intersection of Main & Commercial Sts.
Here are a few points in addition to our Terms & Conditions that will hopefully make you more comfortable as a volunteer and help us all succeed. If you have questions, never hesitate to email me, Jerry Campbell (jerry@trinidaddio.com) or Paula Murphy (paula@trinidaddio.com) or any Board Member of the Trinidaddio Blues Fest – Volunteer Application may be downloaded at Trinidaddio.com – Here we go!
- This is a “Daddio” event! We may define Daddio as “cool, under control, smooth sailing”. We want everyone who attends to have a great time…including you! There should never be a time when you are called on to be anything other than nice to a patron. If there are unruly folks infringing on the person next to them having a good time too…please alert your “lead” person who will contact security or…if there is a security person nearby…please alert them immediately.
- Being a ‘Blues Crew’ member, people in the crowd may look to you for assistance- please assist them with a smile!
Volunteer Guidelines and Benefits…
- 6+ hours receive a Tee shirt and Meals during the fest.
- All volunteers will be invited to a Volunteer Appreciation Dinner announced in September.
- Know your lead person and acquaint yourself with your area to know where you would turn for help if you need it. Paula Murphy (719-680-7587) is the Volunteer Liaison; so if you have any problem, please don’t hesitate to ask.
- The volunteer form is on the web site or you may pick up an application at the Farmers Market or at Curly’s Beads 131 N Commercial St.
- Please be at LEAST 15 minutes early for your shift. Volunteer Check-In will be at the Merchandise Booth at the west end of the VIP tent next to the stage. There you will receive your volunteer shirt and tickets for meals and drink (non-alcoholic).
- Please empty one trashcan into the large dumpster behind the Opera House and replace the liner at the end of your shift.
VIP Wait Staff only ~ Blues weekend only!
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- VIP Wait Staff may NOT serve alcohol.
- VIP Guests with drink tickets may redeem them at participating bars.
- VIP Wait Staff: If you are assigned to a VIP tent, you may be asked to procure meals for VIP guests from local nearby eateries that are sponsoring the fest. You will only serve guests with the proper wristband (a black Trinidaddio wristband is required.) If the guest needs an ID wristband, please to refer them to one of the local businesses in the Entertainment District that serve alcohol where they show their ID and get the proper wristband. Trinidaddio will not be selling or serving alcohol. During your shift you MUST be sober – please be aware, you represent Trinidaddio and should conduct yourself accordingly. Any Volunteer seen drinking during their shift or that becomes intoxicated will be escorted from the Event, and barred from future volunteer efforts with Trinidaddio. This is not just Trinidaddio policy, but also state law and city ordinance for special events. Trinidad Police Department is in charge of security, and will enforce all regulations.
- All guests in the Trinidaddio Stage side tents should have a wristband if a guest, sponsor, band member or stage crew. Back stage and side tent volunteers will also have a volunteer shirt in addition to a wristband. If you see people in the tent without these…simply alert the lead person in that tent; it is very possible they are band members or their guests.
- All Gates: Admission is FREE! Please ask for donations. VIP tickets are for Trinidaddio level sponsors ($1500) and up. Please also ask all who enter to observe current Covid 19 protocols.
Thank you all so much for your help…we cannot do this without you! Have a great “Daddio” time!
I have read the terms and conditions set forth above and would like to volunteer for the Trinidaddio Blues Fest.
