Saturday, May 31, 2008

TheRealFlatbush Announces Summer Book Buddy Program & Free Summer Concerts at the BPL

Summer Book Buddy
TheRealFlatbush
Summer is fast approaching and for some teens there is not much to do.
Why not Volunteer for:
Summer Book Buddy
Learn new skills and be a role model for other kids
If you're a teen volunteer (ages 12-18), you can help
librarians read aloud to children and assist with  
all kinds of cool youth programs.
Responsibilities
Read aloud to children.
Assist staff in the administration of the popular Reading Is Fundamental
(RIF) program.
Assist staff in planning, conducting, and evaluating children's programs like
arts and crafts, drawing and painting, puzzles and games.
Enter registration information for the Library's Summer Reading participants.
Requirements
12-18 years old.
Consent portion of Volunteer Application signed by parent or guardian before
starting the assignment.
A friendly manner and a strong commitment to working with children.
Book Buddies are asked to make a minimum commitment of volunteering
2-3 hours a day, 2-3 days a week for at least 3 weeks during the summer.
How to Apply
1. Go to your local library and request a Summer Book Buddy application.
2. Contact 718-230-2406
or e-mail at
volunteer@brooklynpubliclibrary.org.   
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Free Concerts
THE KICK START YOUR SUMMER WITH THESE GREAT CONCERTS ON THE GRANITE STEPS OF CENTRAL LIBRARY!
EVERY SATURDAYS • 2 PM • CENTRAL LIBRARY STEPS • GRAND ARMY PLAZA
For more information go to
http://www.brooklynpubliclibrary.org/pdf/events/libraryrocks.pdf

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