Newmarket Public Library

If you're a teen looking to contribute to the community, the Library has two programs for you. Participation in either program will help you earn your community service hours. If you are interested in applying for a program ask at the Children's Information Desk on the second floor or call 905-953-5105

3 sessions per year:

Winter (Jan-Mar)

Spring (Apr-Jun)

Fall (Oct-Dec)

Reading Buddies
If you’re 14 years of age or older and would like to help provide reading encouragement to children in grades 1-4, then this program is for you!

In the Reading Buddies program you will work with a child to encourage them in their reading and play some language-based games.

You will meet with your buddy in the Children’s Department on the second floor for 1 hour each week for 10 weeks.

To participate, you must fill out an application form and submit it to the children's information desk on the 2nd floor.  If we can match you with a buddy, you will be called for an interview, given training, and asked to complete a vulnerable sector screening form (reimbursable when returned to us with a receipt.)

Please visit our Reading Buddies page for application forms and to see the dates for our upcoming session.

Chess in the Library

Would you like to oversee chess matches
at the Library?

We are looking for volunteers for the Chess in the Library program, which runs on Saturdays from 2-4 p.m.
Earn your community hours by overseeing matches and
giving beginner lessons. For more information on the Chess in the Library program visit www.chessinthe library.com.

Make your move.
Sign up today by contacting Biagio at brachiele@newmarketpl.ca