Volunteer Opportunities
Upcoming Community Service Programs for Children
Dog or Cat Toy “Take & Make” (Grades 3 – 5)
Create a dog or cat toy at home while earning 1 hour of community service credit.
Click here to register starting 9/15 to reserve your Cat Kit
Click here to register starting 9/15 to reserve your Dog Kit.
Then come and pick it up! Return it to the Children’s Library by Saturday, October 18, and we’ll donate them to a local animal shelter. One dog or cat kit per child, please.
YouTube Video Instructions for Dog Toy
Letters to Our Troops & Veterans (Grades 3 – 5)
Wednesday, October 8, 4:30–5:30 p.m.
Join us to write and decorate letters thanking all who serve our nation for their commitment and bravery. Participants will earn one hour of community service credit. Click here to register starting 9/24.
Dog Treat Jars for Pet Supply Drive (Grades 3 – 5)
Monday, October 27, 4:30–5:30 p.m.
Come get crafty with us as we decorate treat jars for our furry friends—these “pawsome” creations will be donated to our Pet Supply Drive! Participants will earn one hour of community service credit. Click here to register starting 10/13.
Volunteer at Hobbs Farm (Bethel Hobbs Farm, Centereach) for Community Service (Grades 3 – 5)
Tuesday, November 4, 3:00–5:00 p.m. (School Closed)
Kids will help with various farm tasks such as weeding beds, planting seeds, and picking produce. Dress for a mess and for the weather! Participants will earn two hours of community service credit. Please note this program is offsite and parents/caregivers (over the age of 18) must stay with their child at the farm. Click here to register starting 10/21.
Watercolor Bookmarks for Seniors (Grades 3 – 5)
Wednesday, November 5, 4:30–5:30 p.m.
Join us to paint beautiful, fall-inspired watercolor bookmarks for our “Senior Bus” patrons. Participants will earn one hour of community service credit. Click here to register starting 10/22.
Holiday Cards for Seniors (Grades 3 – 5)
Wednesday, November 19, 4:30–5:30 p.m.
Spread some holiday cheer with handmade cards! Help brighten a senior’s day by creating festive, heartwarming holiday cards for the Nursing Home Card Project. Participants will earn one hour of community service credit. Click here to register starting 11/5.
Cards for Hospitalized Kids (Grades 3 – 5)
Wednesday, December 3, 4:30–5:30 p.m.
Help brighten a child’s day! Join us to make uplifting cards for hospitalized kids. Participants will earn one hour of community service credit. Click here to register starting 11/19.
Winter Scarf (Grades 3 – 5)
Wednesday, December 10, 4:30–5:30 p.m.
Give the gift of warmth this holiday season! Join us to make a fleece winter scarf and gift tags to donate to our “Share the Warmth” Drive. Participants will earn one hour of community service credit. Click here to register starting 11/26.
Ongoing community service opportunities that can be done from home:
Color a Smile (Grades K – 2): Click here for detailed instructions.
Book Reviews for Kids (Grades 3 – 5): Click here for detailed instructions.
Letters to Our Troops (Grades 3 – 5): Click here for detailed instructions.
Other Local Volunteering Opportunities for Kids: Click here for details.
How to request a Community Service Verification Letter.
Please note: The Library provides a variety of community service credit opportunities. When applying for a society or award, it is your responsibility to confirm that the credit earned through the Library is accepted by the organization.
Questions? Email kids@emmaclark.org
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