Victoria Day Closure
All HPL branches are closed on Sunday, May 19, and Victoria Day, Monday, May 20. Bookmobile, Extended Access, and Study Hall services are unavailable. Regular service hours resume on Tuesday, May 21.
Central Library - Fire Training Drill
An unscheduled fire drill will take place in May during regular service hours at Central Library. Thank you for your understanding in advance.
Dundas and Turner Park Branches - Period Promise Campaign
Menstruation product donations can be dropped off at Dundas and Turner Park branches until May 31. For more information, please visit www.uwhh.ca/periodpromise.
Summer Reading Buddies
Youth Opportunity: 14 years (or completion of Grade 8) - 18 years old
If you are interested in volunteering for the 2024 Summer Reading Buddies program, complete the online volunteer application form before or on Friday, May 31, 2024.
Program Overview
Summer Reading Buddies Volunteers help children who have finished Grades one through six to continue reading throughout the summer. The program runs during July and August and encourages reluctant readers to enjoy reading through educational board games and activities.
Time Commitment
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1-1.5 hours twice a week
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Volunteering starts the week of July 8 and ends August 19
Qualifications
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Speak and write English well
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Experience and/or interested in working with children and literacy
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Able to work with children on a one to one basis as well as in a group environment
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Act as a good role model for children
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Be reliable, patient and trustworthy
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All volunteers ages 18 and over must provide a recent Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check
Responsibilities
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Attend an orientation session before the start of the program
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Meet with children registered in the program at a HPL Branch at a set time weekly
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Help children with their reading
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Participate in educational games and activities
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Provide positive feedback and encouragement
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Follow the Library’s Code of Conduct at all times
Volunteer Benefits
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Earn volunteer hours
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Gain experience working with children
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Enjoy the benefit of helping children improve their reading skills