Mount Hope Branch: Filming
Filming is scheduled to take place on Homestead Drive on January 27 and 28. This may impact access to the Branch due to traffic delays and limited parking. Thank you for your patience.
Westdale Branch Accessible Doors Out of Order
The accessible doors at Westdale Branch are not working. We're working to fix them as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience.
Central Library - 4th Floor Closure, January 31st
Due to a special event set-up, the 4th Floor is closed on Friday, January 31st all day. The Makerspace and Newcomer Learning Centre will remain open. Study and work spaces are available on Floors 1-3. Thank you for your understanding.
Terryberry Accessible Washroom on the 1st Floor - Out of Order
The accessible washroom on the 1st floor of Terryberry library is unavailable.
Teen Review Crew
Program Overview
Teen Review Crew is a virtual volunteer opportunity. It’s all about sharing your opinion and promoting the Hamilton Public Library's collections of books, movies, music, and more. You write reviews for library items, we post them online and you earn 1 hour of volunteer service for every posted review.
Qualifications
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14-18 years of age.
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An interest in reading, watching or listening to items from our library collections.
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Ability to communicate well with others.
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Strong writing skills.
Responsibilities
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Read, watch or listen to any item from the curated list of HPL’s print and digital collections.
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Write a meaningful and concise review of 100-200 words.
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Reviews must use inclusive and respectful language.
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Reviews must adhere to HPL Values.
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Represent Hamilton Public Library on the Bibliocommons Catalogue.
Volunteer Benefits
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Earn volunteer hours, one hour per review, up to 20 hours total.
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Discover books, movies, music and video games from the curated list of HPL’s print and digital collections.
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Amplify your voice in the library.
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Improve your writing and critical thinking skills.
Audience:
Teens - Ages 14-18
Apply:
Contact:
Volunteer Coordinator at (905) 546-3200 x3620 or volunteer@hpl.ca