Join the Teen Advisory Board!

The Teen Advisory Board is a group that meets once a month and works with the Teen Services Librarian to develop programs and services for the community. TAB members have the opportunity to create their own programs and take on leadership roles.

Check out these pictures of some of the fun activities TAB worked on last year (scroll down).

Applications will be accepted June 15-July 31.

For more information, please contact the Teen Services Librarian at ohoward@cityofmissionviejo.org. 

Teen Volunteers Sought for Summer Reading Program

Have fun and earn service hours!

Mission Viejo Library seeks energetic teen volunteers ages 13-17 to help with all aspects of the Summer Reading Program. The annual Summer Reading Program is a library tradition that instills a lifelong love of learning by encouraging children to read and participate in events over the summer.

The 2024 program begins on June 15 and runs through July 31. Teens interested in welcoming families, explaining the program, enrolling participants, and awarding prizes can sign up now. Shifts are 2-3 hours and volunteers must attend a one-time orientation on Zoom.

Applications are available here and at the children’s and “ask here” desks at the library. For more information, email ohoward@cityofmissionviejo.org.

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