Library Recruiting Summer Volunteers

The is recruiting students entering grades 6 through 9 to undertake the Olympic task of becoming a Kid Power volunteer this summer.

Kid Power volunteers primarily register children and explain the annual summer reading game, distribute prizes and facilitate the library scavenger hunt.

Pleasanton Readers are Good Sports!, the 2012 summer reading game based upon the theme of the Summer Olympics, begins June 9 and runs for eight weeks through August 4, providing plenty of opportunities for volunteers to contribute hours. Students who volunteer a minimum of six hours this summer will be invited to an exclusive, after-hours Kid Power party on Friday, August 10.

“Student volunteers are a cornerstone of the successful summer reading program at the Pleasanton Public Library,” said Librarian Sandy Silva who coordinates the program. “Last year we had 3,700 children sign up for the program. That volume of participation goes more smoothly with the support and involvement of our student volunteers."

Kid Power volunteers also have an opportunity to oversee weekly crafts projects and assist during the program’s game days. Summers at the library are busy and Kid Power volunteers may be asked to help with additional tasks. Volunteer hours are flexible and students may work around their vacation and summer schedules.

Attendance at one 90-minute training orientation is mandatory. Students are encouraged to pre-register online via the library’s home page at www.cityofpleasantonca.gov/services/library. Punctuality is necessary since the doors will close once training begins. Training sessions are scheduled on the following dates in the library meeting room:

Friday, June 1, at 4 p.m.

Saturday, June 2, at 10:30 a.m. (open only to returning Kid Power Volunteers)

Tuesday, June 5, at 4 p.m.

Monday, June 11, at 1:30 p.m.

Tuesday, June 12, at 7 p.m.

For more information, please call the Children’s Desk at (925) 931-3400 x8, pick up a flyer at the library, or visit the library’s webpage on the City of Pleasanton website at www.cityofpleasantonca.gov/services/library.