General Volunteering: Richards Memorial Library takes on teen volunteers (Ages 13-18) on an as needed basis. If you would like to be considered for volunteer hours when they come up, please email Orion (ooak@sailsinc.org), the assistant children's librarian, to introduce yourself and for more information.
Note: Priority for volunteer hours is given to members of the Youth Advisory Council during the school year. For more information about YAC, continue reading below.
2025-2026 Youth Advisory Council
Applications now live!
The Youth Advisory Council (YAC) at the Richards Memorial Library is made up of teens between the ages of 13 and 17 who love to read and share opinions and who would like to be more involved in the library. YAC teens help shape the Young Adult book collection and space, discussing and helping choose books to add to the collection, brainstorming and helping plan programs like Trivia Night, Bingo, and more! YAC runs during the school year from October to May. As a member of YAC students are guaranteed the opportunity to complete their 10 hour community service requirement, as well as opportunities for more hours.
Meetings will be on the second Wednesday of each month from 6:30-7:30pm.
Dates for the 2025-2026 school year are as follows:
- Wednesday, October 8th
- Wednesday, November 12th
- Wednesday, December 10th
- Wednesday, January 14th
- Wednesday, February 11th
- Wednesday, March 11th
- Wednesday, April 8th
- Wednesday, May 13th
To join the Youth Advisory Council, please fill out the application here.
Applications are due Wednesday, September 17th.
Please Contact Orion (ooak@sailsinc.org) for more information.