Volunteers | Harris County Public Library

Friends of the Maud Marks Library Scholarship Winner!

Submitted by Sarah N. on Fri, 05/24/2013 - 3:42pm

Congratulations to Jennifer Gaw for winning the Friends of the Maud Marks Library Volunteer Scholarship! The Friends and staff of Maud Marks are very proud of your accomplishment!

There's No Mystery When It Comes To Our Volunteers

Submitted by Ryan Fennell on Sat, 05/18/2013 - 5:25pm

A couple of weeks ago the branch held a party to thank our volunteers. In addition to getting to know one another better, library staff hosted a murder mystery game where literary characters where the suspects. A great time was had by all. To commemorate the occasion we put this video together.

A.P.E. Volunteers & the Art Car Parade 2013

Submitted by Mark H. on Thu, 05/16/2013 - 1:33pm

May 11th was Houston's 26th annual art car parade and the Aldine Project Experience (APE) teens were part of the festivities. Our teen volunteers worked for weeks to create their own book cart. They also cut out many cardboard cars and trucks for children to decorate. On the day of the parade they set up the library's spot in the "Kid's Zone," asked kids to join in the craft, and helped them create their own little art cars. The craft was so popular that we ran out of cars before the parade even started. It was a great event and the teens were thrilled to be part of it.

Teens: Volunteer @ Freeman Library this summer!

Submitted by Penny A on Tue, 04/16/2013 - 5:29pm

Teens: Are you 14 years or older? Do you like to read? Do you like being around younger children and encouraging them? Do you like working on a computer? If you said yes to all these questions, then please fill out an application to volunteer in the Children's Department this summer.

You can print out this application http://www.hcpl.net/sites/default/files/volapp.pdf or pick one up at the Kids Information Desk. Just be sure to get your application back to us by Tuesday, April 30. We'll then contact you about attending a volunteer orientation to be held in May.

Spring Break Volunteers

Submitted by Sylvia Powers on Mon, 03/04/2013 - 4:02pm

Need some volunteer hours over Spring Break? We have a short term project (1 week) needing a lot of volunteer hours. You can help the library by volunteering to help us during Patron Count week, March 11-16. We need a volunteer to sit at a table in our lobby every hour the library is open to the public to count each person who enters. This is a perfect opportunity for high school students needing service hours for NHS or other organizations.

Volunteer Orientation at Maud Marks Nov 19 at 4pm

Submitted by Sarah N. on Fri, 11/16/2012 - 9:26am

Are you a high school student who would like to earn some volunteer hours? Be sure to come to the next volunteer orientation at Maud Marks Branch Library this Monday, November 19, at 4pm. This is our last orientation for 2012 so be sure to come if you'd like to volunteer before January.

If you haven't filled out an application yet don't worry, just print one and bring it with you on Monday. Thanks for your help and we'll see you there!

Volunteer Orientation Monday, Oct 22 @ 7pm

Submitted by Sarah N. on Thu, 10/18/2012 - 9:38am

Are you a teen in 9th grade or above who would like to help out at the Maud Marks Library? Be sure to attend our next Volunteer Orientation this Monday, Oct 22, at 7pm. If you haven't turned in an application yet you can print one here or pick one up at the library. Remember, orientation is mandatory for all new volunteers.

Not in high school yet? The Friends of the Library can always use help with the book sale. They will be setting up on Friday, Oct. 26 starting at 1pm. If you can help please call Sarah at 281-492-8592.

Thank you!

Special Volunteer Opportunity at Aldine!

Submitted by Mark H. on Sat, 09/08/2012 - 2:49pm

Hey everyone! There is a special volunteer opportunity up ahead. The Aldine Library is proud to sponsor this year's Hispanic Heritage Festival. We need volunteers to help before, during, and after the event. Volunteers must be *AGES 15 and UP and need parent permission to help out. For this special event, volunteers must arrive no later than 9 am. Volunteers will help with:

o Set up & Games booths
o Craft tables & Face Painting
o Food & Drink Service
o Clean up & Other assignments as needed

To sign up to volunteer for this event, fill out a volunteer application form at the circulation desk or download one here.

Thanks for helping out. See you on Saturday, September 22nd!

Volunteers Needed @ Aldine

Submitted by Mark H. on Thu, 08/30/2012 - 4:25pm

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Attention teens! Do you need service hours for school? Are you looking for a good opportunity to gain work experience?

Adults, do you wish to help out at the library?

Then consider becoming a library volunteer!

REQUIREMENTS:
Ages 15 & UP (with parent/guardian approval)
Reliable, Responsible, & Punctual
Ability to follow directions and work independently

If you are interested, fill out a volunteer application turn it in to front desk.
SIGN UP IN ADVANCE!!!

Volunteer at the Library!

Submitted by Amy C. on Mon, 08/20/2012 - 11:40am

Do you want to do more to help your community? Volunteer at the library! Our next New Volunteer Orientation is Monday, August 27th at 6:30 PM. Applications are available at the Information Desk (must be signed by guardian if volunteer is under 18). Volunteers under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. If you have any questions, ask at the Information Desk!