Background
Volunteers have a long and distinguished history with the Lincoln City Libraries. The public library in the city of Lincoln began as a volunteer run "subscription" library in the late 1870's. The Library Board is composed entirely of volunteers who wish to see the library fulfill its vital role in the community. The annual library book sale could not be accomplished without the help of dedicated volunteers who return year after year with the project.
Be a Star at Lincoln City Libraries
The Lincoln City Libraries volunteer program is growing and expanding. We welcome comments and suggestions from our volunteers and the public that will enhance our programs and help the library effectively respond to the needs of the community.If you are interested in helping our volunteer program grow, here is what we currently have to offer:
Adult Volunteers
Shelving Assistance - Adult volunteers assist with returning library materials to the shelves. Shelving is a physical activity that includes bending, stretching and lifting. Schedules are flexible and time commitments vary. All adult volunteers attend an orientation session prior to the start of their volunteer assignment.Call Outreach Services at (402) 441-8546 for additional information or complete and return the form on the back of this brochure.
Other Tasks - Many of the libraries have a variety of projects and tasks with which volunteers assist. Ask at the branch where you will be volunteering for more information.
Youth Volunteers
Summer Reading Program - Youth in grades 6 through 8 are encouraged to volunteer at their local library to become Summer Reading Program Volunteers. Signup begins April 15!
Details are available from the library's Youth Services Department at (402) 441-8566 or contact your local library.
Teen Volunteers
Government and Politics Volunteers - Many students elect to volunteer with various departments and branches of Lincoln City Libraries in order to fulfill their Government and Politics class requirement for graduation. See your high school for details. To volunteer, contact Outreach Services at (402) 441-8546 or call the library of your choice for more information.Teen Volunteers - Students in grades 6 through 12 who are interested in a long-term assignment, lending their time and talents to the benefit of their neighborhood, are encouraged to contact their local library about the Youth Volunteer Program. The purpose of this program is to provide the library with some much needed assistance while teaching youth basic library skills and giving them an active role in their community. Tasks may vary from organizing materials to helping with bulletin boards to reading and reviewing materials.
Teen Advisory Board - Teens interested in participating in a dialogue with library staff to gather their input on library programs and services for their age group. Please contact your local library for more information.
The Adventures of Library Girl and Volunteer Boy
This video was created to thank our volunteers for all the work they do. Thank you, volunteers! (Windows Media format, 8.33 MB)
Volunteer Application Form
The Volunteer Application Form is available as a PDF document that can be printed and dropped off at any Lincoln City Library facility. (PDF documents require the free Adobe® Acrobat® Reader. Help for viewing PDF files is available.)
Current Volunteer Opportunities
Ongoing Volunteer Opportunities at Gere Branch:- Nose for News:
Put newspapers and magazines in order by title and date.
Twice a week, any day/time, one or more people - Exercise in the Stacks:
Return a large volume of material to library shelves
Every day, any time, lots and lots of people! - Early Bird Special:
Search for items in library stacks from computer generated lists.
Every day at 9:00 AM, one or more people - Contact: Carlene or Pat at (402) 441-8560