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Looking for a fun and valuable volunteer experience this summer? Join Reading Buddies! The Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library is now accepting registration for the Summer Reading Buddies Program!

Summer Reading Buddies

Application Deadline: Friday, June 6
Grades 1 – 5

The Library will be accepting applications for children who need extra help with their literacy skills. Buddies meet weekly with a volunteer through July & August. Weekly one-hour sessions allow children to focus on reading and play literacy-building games together with their volunteer Reading Buddy.

 

Reading Buddies: Call for Volunteers

Application deadline: Friday, June 6
Grades 9 – 12

The Library will be accepting applications for volunteer Reading Buddies. Reading Buddies earn community involvement hours by helping children in grades 1 – 5 improve their literacy skills weekly through July & August. Volunteers must complete a brief interview and training.

Reading Buddies volunteers must attend a mandatory training session with Library staff on Friday, June 27. 

 

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