Volunteer Away Your Fines

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Every now and then, libraries need a little extra love from the communities they serve. You can volunteer away your library fines at a rate of $20 per hour while helping the library maintain a clean and welcoming environment.

Volunteers will be responsible for:

  • Book cover cleaning – Use disinfecting wipes to reinvigorate dingy books.
  • Bookshelves – Dust shelves and organize library materials.
  • Deep cleaning computers – Use disinfecting wipes to disinfect computer mice and mouse pads and compressed air to remove any dust particles or debris.
  • Material inspection – Check books for torn pages, pen marks, etc.

This is a perfect opportunity for anyone interested in volunteering away their library fines.

Details and Requirements:

  • Must be able to commit to the full session
  • Anyone under the age of 15 must volunteer alongside a parent/guardian
  • No experience or special skills necessary
  • Training and supplies will be provided

ADA Accommodation Requests

Upcoming Sessions

Dates
Age
Participate
Volunteer Away Your Fines
9/25
Wed, 4p-5p
15+
San José Public Library - Seven Trees
Volunteer Away Your Fines
11/27
Wed, 4p-5p
15+
San José Public Library - Seven Trees

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