West Vancouver Memorial Library



	Teens: Get Involved


	GET INVOLVED - BECOME A VOLUNTEER!

	VOLUNTEERING is a great way to learn about how a library operates while developing skills that will look great on your resume! We offer two programs for Teens who want to get involved at the Library: Teen Advisory Group (TAG) Teen Volunteers

	TEEN VOLUNTEER PROGRAM

	BOOK BUDDIES Help children improve their reading skills in a fun and supportive environment Encourage children to be more confident with their reading skills SHELVERS Shelve paperbacks Shelf read (making sure the books are in the correct order) Work on special projects such as book washing, assisting with kids crafts, cutting, painting, etc. Teen volunteer positions are open to students in grades 8-12. Anyone interested in volunteering is strongly encouraged to complete the Youth Volunteer Training at the West Van Community Centre. This program provides basic training for volunteers. Upon completion you will have access to all the Parks and Community Service volunteer opportunities throughout West Van as well as at the library. The Library’s Teen Volunteer Program is full for the Fall. Additional opportunities may be available in January 2013. All Students who have completed the Youth Volunteer Training will be notified of future library volunteer opportunities.

	TEEN ADVISORY GROUP

	JOIN TAG! TAG’s first meeting is Wednesday September 19, 7:00-8:30, upstairs in the Storyhouse All secondary students are welcome to attend! WHAT IS TAG? TAG stands for Teen Advisory Group, think of it like a Student Council for the Library TAG Members help the West Vancouver Memorial Library serve its teen patrons A group for Teens in grades 8 - 12 TAG MEMBERS GET GREAT BENEFITS! Meet new people Gain Community Service Hours Help decide library programming for teens Get volunteer experience for your resume TAG MEMBERS CONTRIBUTE TO THE LIBRARY Helping decide content for displays Writing Book, Magazine, and Graphic Novel Reviews Getting involved in library programs and helping to promote them Other ideas as suggested by you! PAST TAG EVENTS/PROJECTS Teen Movie Night @ the Library Teen Rock Concert @ the Library Glee Karaoke & Show Screening Book, movie & music reviews & suggestions for the teen collection. Summer Reading Club Medal Presentation Ceremony in September WHAT DOES TAG DO? One general meeting is held every month on a Wednesday evening, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m., as well as one event, project or workshop per month. Refreshments are provided. For more information please contact Roseanne Hinmueller at 604-925-7408.

	OTHER VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

	North Shore Multiculural Society North Shore Youth Directory

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