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1. What’s the Teen Advisory Board?

The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is a group of teens who work to make the library teen-friendly. TAB is a great way to get service learning and community service hours.

2. How does TAB work?

TAB runs for 4 months twice a year. Session I runs from January through April. Session II runs from July through October. Space is limited, so you have to apply for each session. During a session, TAB meets as a group (over snacks) once every two weeks for about an hour to discuss and plan things they want in the library for teens. On the weeks in between meetings, members can schedule service time to work on projects in the teen room to get extra service hours. When the TAB puts together an event, members participate, eat tasty food, and have fun!

3. What types of things does TAB do?

TAB helps to:

• Create a welcoming teen area in the library
• Create displays
• Design and create content for the TAB’s zine made for and by teens
• Make teen programs possible
• Promote reading and expression for and by teens
• Recommend items for the library’s collections
• Work on the teen opportunities bulletin

4. What are the benefits of joining TAB?

TAB members have the ability to:

• Acquire experience to use in job applications
• Be creative and express themselves through projects and activities
• Enjoy personal satisfaction in serving their community and peers
• Fulfill service learning requirements for high school or college
• Have fun plus food at meetings and events
• Influence what the library has available for teens

5. How do I join TAB?

To join, you’ll need to pick up, fill out, and submit an application to Miss Kafi (kuh-FEE) at the Main Library. You must also:

• Be at least 13 years old
• Commit to attending meetings and events
• Complete tasks with direction and on your own
• Demonstrate an open-mind and respect of others' views
• Get your parent’s permission
• Have a desire to help the library reach out to our community’s teens

6. Who do I contact if I have questions about the TAB?

Feel free to direct any questions to Miss Kafi at 919-245-2536 or email TAB.