The following community service opportunities are available to
SHPL cardholders currently in grades 6-12.
Community service letters are emailed within 2 weeks after the program.
Space may be limited.
Additional community service opportunities may be available to sign up
for at Teen Advisory Board meetings.
Tea Time: a Community Service Program
Wednesday, January 15
7:00-8:00pm
There’s nothing like a hot drink on a cold winter’s day! Help us make some tea themed crafts to share with our Adult Department. One hour of community service. Registration begins January 3 at 7pm.
Teen Advisory Board
Tuesday, January 21
Tuesday, February 18
7:00pm
The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is an active organization made up of South Huntington teens in grades 6-12 who work together to make a difference in our library. Tell us your ideas for community service, programs and contests. Ms. Jen & Ms. Elizabeth will lead this meeting with what the YA Library is already planning for you with our programs and community service.
Meetings are usually held on the third Tuesday night of the month at 7pm. Earn one hour of community service for attendance. New members are always welcome! This meeting is for South Huntington library district residents currently in grades 6-12. No registration is required.
Valentines for Veterans: a Community Service Program
Saturday, January 25
1:00-3:00pm
Drop by and create 2 Valentine’s Day cards which will be sent to veterans at the Northport VA Center. A maximum of one hour of community service. For SHPL card holders in grades 6-12. No registration required.
Monster Bookmarks: a Community Service Program
Tuesday, January 28
7:00-8:00pm
Join us to make adorable bookmarks that we'll share with our Children's Department! One hour of community service. Registration begins January 17 at 7:00pm.
Diamond Art Coasters: a Community Service Program
Monday, February 3
7:00-8:00pm
Create beautiful diamond art coasters to donate to our seniors. Participants must register with their own library card. Registration begins January 24 at 7pm.
Decorate a Grocery Bag: a Community Service Program
Saturday, February 22
1:00-3:00pm
Decorate a reusable grocery tote to be donated to a food pantry. Earn a maximum of one hour of community service. For SHPL cardholders in grades 6-12. No registration required. First come, first serve.
Cat Totes: a Community Service Program
Saturday, March 1
1:00-3:00pm
Help us bring attention to cat and kitten adoption by decorating a tote bag for a new cat owner. Make one tote and earn a maximum of one hour of community service. For SHPL cardholders in grades 6-12. No registration required.