FREE Writing Workshop

Have you ever had to write a short bio about yourself? If you haven’t yet, you will!

Join us this Saturday at 1 pm for a free writing workshop led by local author and editor Cassandra Rendon. Learn how to craft an informative and compelling bio that you can use on social media and elsewhere.

If you can’t attend this Saturday, the workshop will be held again on Friday, March 29 at 5:30 pm. Hope to see you there!

UC Admissions College Planning Seminar- Tonight!

We are hosting another great seminar with Collegewise tonight at the library.

Find out all about UC admissions from a former UC admissions counselor! Ask questions, get answers, and feel more confident about your application.

Meet us in the Storytime Room at 6 pm.

See you there!

Teen Library Internship- applications accepted Aug. 7-21

Looking to gain real-world experience, leadership skills, and more? Check out the Teen Library Internship!

This is a paid position and there are 3 openings.

Internship will run from September 18 to December 15 (off 11/20-11/24).

Interns will work 15 hours per week (up to 5 hours from home).

There are 2 required days/times onsite per week. Mondays from 4:30 p.m.to 7:30 p.m. and Wednesdays from 6:00 p.m.to 9:00 p.m.

Complete the application and questions here (starting Aug. 7): https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/missionviejo

Please reach out to me if you have any questions! ohoward@cityofmissionviejo.org

‘Stress-free School Year’ workshop – earn community service hours!

Our Teen Library Interns are putting on a special program this Saturday- come check it out!

When: Fri., July 28, 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Where: The Kershaw Garden at Civic Center, 100 Civic Center, Mission Viejo

Stressed about going back to school? Students age 13 and older are invited to join subject-matter experts and library staff for a de-stressing workshop at the library. 

The free workshop includes a presentation on mindfulness, and in-person yoga lesson, and hands-on crafts. Please bring your own yoga mat or towel. Light snacks and stress-relieving kits are also provided.

Finished crafts are eligible for service hours!

Register at https://cityofmissionviejo.org/stress-free-school-year-workshop-registration

Now recruiting for the Teen Advisory Board!

Apply now to join the Teen Advisory Board!

The Teen Advisory Board is a group that meets once a month during the school year and works with the Teen Services Librarian to develop programs and services for the community.

Open to teens in grades 9 through 12, the recruitment process involves submitting an application and being interviewed by current TAB members. Teens will have the opportunity to create their own programs and take on leadership roles.

Meetings are the second Wednesday of each month from 6-7 pm. TAB members will be requited to complete 5 hours of volunteering per year with TAB.

Applications are available here.

Contact me with any questions and return completed applications to ohoward@cityofmissionviejo.org

Teen Library Intern- accepting applications now!

Looking for a summer job where you can gain real-world experience, leadership skills, and more? Check out the Teen Library Internship!

This is a paid position and there are 3 openings.

This cohort will run from May 15 to August 11 (off 5/30-6/2).

Interns will work 15 hours per week (up to 5 hours from home).

There are 2 required days/times onsite per week. While school is in session, they are: Mondays from 4:30 p.m.to 7:30 p.m. and Wednesdays from 6:00 p.m.to 9:00 p.m. Required days/times onsite during summer are: Mondays and Wednesdays, times to be determined based on availability.

Complete the application and questions here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/missionviejo/jobs/3984530/teen-library-intern

Please reach out to me if you have any questions! ohoward@cityofmissionviejo.org