If you are interested in engaging with your community through volunteering, we would love to hear from you! Hawn Memorial Library is lucky to have volunteers help across departments with a variety of tasks. Ask any of our staff for a paper copy of a volunteer application. For more detailed information, please read our volunteer policy. Please reach out to us at (315) 686-3762 or clalib@ncls.org with any questions.

Some of our volunteer opportunities:

  • Shelve library materials, maintain tidiness and order of shelves.
  • Assist with youth programming/events.
  • Assist with events hosted by the library.
  • Assist with book sales.

What do I need to be a volunteer?

  • Enthusiasm and a willingness to learn!
  • Desire to help your public library and community.
  • Commitment to a regular schedule.
  • Good work habits and appropriate skills for the tasks assigned.
  • Compliance with library rules, policies, and procedures.

*Volunteers under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian sign the application.