April Volunteer Spotlight: Rosie

This month we’re excited to share about Rosie, our Americorps VISTA volunteer!

Where are you from? Richmond, Virginia

What first brought you to 826 New Orleans?  I saw the Community Engagement Coordinator position through Americorps and visited 826 New Orleans’ website and loved the goals of the organization and applied!

What keeps you coming back? My great coworkers and the young writers, of course! Not seeing them every day due to coronavirus has been incredibly hard. They are all so unique with wonderful imaginations. They also make me laugh so much, I miss that!

What are some skills you have that help you out at 826 New Orleans?  I think I am fairly flexible and keep a good sense of humor.

What are you up to when you’re not volunteering with us? When I have time I like to take really long walks, take pictures, cook. In quarantine, I’ve been drawing quite a bit.

Favorite book/ author? I can never pick a favorite but right now I’ve been thinking a lot about Bitter in the Mouth by Monique Truong. I have also been enjoying Little Weirds by Jenny Slate during this quarantine.

Favorite snack? Takis, tomatoes with salt, or watermelon.

Favorite thing about New Orleans? Over the past year of living here, I have loved seeing so many lizards, dragonflies, and citrus fruits. New Orleans also has so many great sounds and smells it’s very stimulating to just walk around. The people here are the best, too!