It doesn’t matter if you go to the library a lot or have never visited before - this is your chance to make your voice heard and have a real effect on services for teens in West Vancouver.

Everyone who takes 5-10 minutes to fill out the teen space survey will be entered to win a $100 Park Royal gift certificate.

By completing the survey you will also learn how you can become part of a Youth Committee that will make big decisions about the new space’s design. The survey will be open until Tuesday, April 24.

Thanks for taking the time to tell us what you think!

If you have any questions about the survey or the new library teen space, please contact Shannon Ozirny, Head of Youth Services
sozirny@westvanlibrary.ca
604-925-7422

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 Volunteers
Teen Advisory Group (TAG)

WHAT DO TEEN VOLUNTEERS DO?

• Assist children with reading as a ‘Book Buddy’
• Shelf reading (making sure the books are in the correct order)
• Shelving paperbacks
• Special projects such as book washing, assisting with kids crafts, cutting, painting, etc.

HOW TO SIGN UP

Teens interested in volunteering must complete the Youth Volunteer Training Program. Library volunteer positions as well as other teen volunteer opportunities throughout West Vancouver will be made available to teens after completing the training program.

The volunteer program is full this session.

When spots become available they will be posted through Melanie Clark, Youth Program Coordinator at the West Vancouver Community Centre.

Any questions? Please contact Roseanne Hinmueller at 604-925-7408.

WHAT IS THE TEEN ADVISORY GROUP OR 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.