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Summer Volunteer Opportunities
kids
teens
for Kids going into 5th and 6th Grades
Library Helpers
Tuesdays, 3:30 to 5 pm or
Thurdays, 9:30 to 11 am
at the Main Library
This summer, come help with special programs for younger children,
write book reviews, decorate the Library, and promote the summer
reading program, Paws,
Claws, Scales and Tales!
Choose one of two sessions at the Main
Library: June 15-July 1 or July 12-29.
Library
Helper Application (PDF file)
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website where you can download and install the Reader for
free.
Applications are also available at the Main
Library Children's Services Desk.
for Teens going into 7th through 12th Grades
The Library is once again offering a volunteer program for
teenagers that will build your skills, engage your talents,
and allow you to give back to the community.
Teens will be selected to volunteer in teams for eight weeks,
from June 7 through July 30. You will have the chance to complete
17.5 volunteer hours.
Teen Summer Volunteer Application
Applications were due May 14. We will be in touch with those
who applied. Early applicants will be given preference. Space
is limited, so you may not be assigned to your first choice
team.
Teen Teams:
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Art Attack
Wednesdays, 10 am to 12 pm
at the Main Library
Team members will use their artistic and creative skills
to plan and create a new mural for the teen space in the
Library. This is a great team for teens who like to paint
and want to create a lasting art contribution to the Library.
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Dewey Doctors
Thursdays, 1 to 3 pm
at the Maze Branch
This team will work as a group to make the Library's
books look "healthy." Tasks include straightening
books on the shelves, putting books in order, and putting
books on display. This is an excellent team for teens
who want to be physically active and enjoy variety.
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AudioSquad
Tuesdays, 10 am to 12 pm
at the Main Library
This team will learn how the Library selects and purchases
its music collection. Team members will also be working
hands-on with the collection to make it easier to browse.
This is an excellent team for teens who love music.
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Generals
Thursdays, 1 to 3 pm
at the Main Library, 834 Lake Street
Team members will work on a variety of tasks from week
to week, including moving books, putting books in order,
and finding specific books from a list. This is an excellent
team for teens who want to be physically active and enjoy
variety.
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AV Club
Wednesdays, 2 to 4 pm
at the Main Library
The AV Club team members will put together promotional
videos and other materials for the Library by writing,
acting, directing, and video editing. This is an excellent
team for creative, dedicated teens who want marketing
experience.
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Storytellers
Thursdays, 10 am to 12 pm
at the Main Library, 834 Lake Street
This local history focused team will use AV equipment
and work with seniors to compile stories of historic Oak
Park. This is an excellent team for teens who enjoy history
and talking with others.
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Booktalkers
Mondays, 1 to 3 pm
at the Main Library
This team will work as a group, talking about books and
writing book reviews. The team will work directly with
the Young Adult Fiction collection and help to market
it to other teens through placement and promotion. This
is an excellent team for teens who love reading and want
to work on their writing skills.
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Street Team
Tuesdays, 2 to 4 pm
at the Main Library, 834 Lake Street
Team members will write questions, interview people, and
create videos as part of the Library's marketing efforts.
This is an excellent team for outgoing teens who want marketing
experience.
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 Schedule:
Applications Due: May 14 (early applicants given preference)
Interviews: May 17 through May 26
Teams Determined: May 27
Mandatory Orientation: June 2, from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Main
Library
If you cannot attend the June 2 Orientation, a second session
will be held on June 3, from 4 to 5:30 pm at the Main
Library .
Volunteering Weeks: June 7 through July 30
Appreciation Party: August 5, from 7 to 9 pm at the Main
Library
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