Volunteer: Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale - Set Up Wednesday, September 16The Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale is back! Please join us and help spread the joy of reading, raise funds for the Library, and keep books out of landfills! Volunteers Needed: 30-40 Book Sale Set up will consist of the following: -Moving Books -Organizing tables The following shifts will be available below, if you are able to volunteer for a longer shift, please let us know: -10am-12pm -12pm-2pm -2pm-4pm -4pm-6pm Program: Library The Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale is back! Please join us and help spread the joy of reading, raise funds for the Library, and keep books out of landfills! Volunteers Needed: 30-40 Book Sale Set up will consist of the following: -Moving Books -Organizing tables The following shifts will be available below, if you are able to volunteer for a longer shift, please let us know: -10am-12pm -12pm-2pm -2pm-4pm -4pm-6pm Program: Library Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Sep 16, 2026 Zip Code: 94402 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale - Vendor/Educator Day - Thursday September 17The Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale is back! Please join us and help spread the joy of reading, raise funds for the Library, and keep books out of landfills! Volunteers Needed: 30-40 Book Sale Vendor/Educator Day will consist of the following: -Moving Books -Organizing/replenishing tables -Customer service The following shifts will be available below, if you are able to volunteer for a longer shift, please let us know: -10am-12pm -12pm-2pm -2pm-4pm -4pm-6pm Program: Library The Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale is back! Please join us and help spread the joy of reading, raise funds for the Library, and keep books out of landfills! Volunteers Needed: 30-40 Book Sale Vendor/Educator Day will consist of the following: -Moving Books -Organizing/replenishing tables -Customer service The following shifts will be available below, if you are able to volunteer for a longer shift, please let us know: -10am-12pm -12pm-2pm -2pm-4pm -4pm-6pm Program: Library Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Sep 17, 2026 Zip Code: 94402 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale - Day 1 - Friday, September 18The Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale is back! Please join us and help spread the joy of reading, raise funds for the Library, and keep books out of landfills! Volunteers Needed: 30-40 Book Sale Day 1 will consist of the following: -Tallying -Organizing/Replenishing Tables -Customer service -Area Monitor -General Help The following shifts will be available below, if you are able to volunteer for a longer shift, please let us know: -9:45am-12pm -11:45am-2pm -1:45pm-4pm -3:45pm-5pm Program: Library The Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale is back! Please join us and help spread the joy of reading, raise funds for the Library, and keep books out of landfills! Volunteers Needed: 30-40 Book Sale Day 1 will consist of the following: -Tallying -Organizing/Replenishing Tables -Customer service -Area Monitor -General Help The following shifts will be available below, if you are able to volunteer for a longer shift, please let us know: -9:45am-12pm -11:45am-2pm -1:45pm-4pm -3:45pm-5pm Program: Library Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Sep 18, 2026 Zip Code: 94402 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale - Day 2 Saturday, September 19The Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale is back! Please join us and help spread the joy of reading, raise funds for the Library, and keep books out of landfills! Volunteers Needed: 30-40 Book Sale Day 2 will consist of the following: -Tallying -Organizing/Replenishing Tables -Customer service -Area Monitor -General Help The following shifts will be available below, if you are able to volunteer for a longer shift, please let us know: -9:45am-12pm -11:45am-2pm -1:45pm-4pm -3:45pm-5pm Program: Library The Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale is back! Please join us and help spread the joy of reading, raise funds for the Library, and keep books out of landfills! Volunteers Needed: 30-40 Book Sale Day 2 will consist of the following: -Tallying -Organizing/Replenishing Tables -Customer service -Area Monitor -General Help The following shifts will be available below, if you are able to volunteer for a longer shift, please let us know: -9:45am-12pm -11:45am-2pm -1:45pm-4pm -3:45pm-5pm Program: Library Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Sep 19, 2026 Zip Code: 94402 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale - Day 3 Sunday, September 20The Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale is back! Please join us and help spread the joy of reading, raise funds for the Library, and keep books out of landfills! Volunteers Needed: 30-40 Book Sale Day 3 will consist of the following: -Tallying -Organizing/Replenishing Tables -Customer service -Area Monitor -General Help The following shifts will be available below, if you are able to volunteer for a longer shift, please let us know: -10:45am-1pm -12:45am-3pm -2:45pm-5pm Program: Library The Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale is back! Please join us and help spread the joy of reading, raise funds for the Library, and keep books out of landfills! Volunteers Needed: 30-40 Book Sale Day 3 will consist of the following: -Tallying -Organizing/Replenishing Tables -Customer service -Area Monitor -General Help The following shifts will be available below, if you are able to volunteer for a longer shift, please let us know: -10:45am-1pm -12:45am-3pm -2:45pm-5pm Program: Library Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Sep 20, 2026 Zip Code: 94402 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale - Takedown Monday, September 21The Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale is back! Please join us and help spread the joy of reading, raise funds for the Library, and keep books out of landfills! Volunteers Needed: 30-40 Book Sale Takedown will consist of the following: -Clearing out tables -Moving books The following shifts will be available below, if you are able to volunteer for a longer shift, please let us know: -10am-12pm -12pm-2pm -2pm-4pm - 4pm-6pm Program: Library The Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale is back! Please join us and help spread the joy of reading, raise funds for the Library, and keep books out of landfills! Volunteers Needed: 30-40 Book Sale Takedown will consist of the following: -Clearing out tables -Moving books The following shifts will be available below, if you are able to volunteer for a longer shift, please let us know: -10am-12pm -12pm-2pm -2pm-4pm - 4pm-6pm Program: Library Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Sep 21, 2026 Zip Code: 94402 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale - Takedown Tuesday, September 22The Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale is back! Please join us and help spread the joy of reading, raise funds for the Library, and keep books out of landfills! Volunteers Needed: 30-40 Book Sale Takedown will consist of the following: -Clearing out tables -Moving books The following shifts will be available below, if you are able to volunteer for a longer shift, please let us know: -10am-12pm -12pm-2pm -2pm-4pm - 4pm-6pm Program: Library The Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale is back! Please join us and help spread the joy of reading, raise funds for the Library, and keep books out of landfills! Volunteers Needed: 30-40 Book Sale Takedown will consist of the following: -Clearing out tables -Moving books The following shifts will be available below, if you are able to volunteer for a longer shift, please let us know: -10am-12pm -12pm-2pm -2pm-4pm - 4pm-6pm Program: Library Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Sep 22, 2026 Zip Code: 94402 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Friends of the Library Book Sale & Donation SupportLove books and music? Help sort the many books and other media that are donated daily at the San Mateo Public Library. Learn to prepare these materials for sale by selecting, pricing and attractively displaying them in the Friends Book Sale Area. Work with visitors and shoppers in the sale area or community outreach selecting and distributing free books to schools, senior centers, senior care facilities and housing. Time Commitment: We ask for a minimum commitment of 6 months, 1 2-hour shift once a week Training: Two 2-hour shifts and attending volunteer orientation. Must be available to help with Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale in September. This year volunteer assistance will be needed from September 16th through the 22nd. One shift is required. Volunteer’s responsibilities include but are not limited to the following tasks: Keeping donation area clear, clean and organizedEnsuring the public follow donation guidelines posted on our door and websiteRestocking the bookstore shelves Being able to volunteer independently and knowing when to switch tasks Following the guidelines for our Amazon/eBay StorefrontLeaving the area clean and organized for the next volunteerProgram: Library Love books and music? Help sort the many books and other media that are donated daily at the San Mateo Public Library. Learn to prepare these materials for sale by selecting, pricing and attractively displaying them in the Friends Book Sale Area. Work with visitors and shoppers in the sale area or community outreach selecting and distributing free books to schools, senior centers, senior care facilities and housing. Time Commitment: We ask for a minimum commitment of 6 months, 1 2-hour shift once a week Training: Two 2-hour shifts and attending volunteer orientation. Must be available to help with Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale in September. This year volunteer assistance will be needed from September 16th through the 22nd. One shift is required. Volunteer’s responsibilities include but are not limited to the following tasks: Keeping donation area clear, clean and organizedEnsuring the public follow donation guidelines posted on our door and websiteRestocking the bookstore shelves Being able to volunteer independently and knowing when to switch tasks Following the guidelines for our Amazon/eBay StorefrontLeaving the area clean and organized for the next volunteerProgram: Library Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Zip Code: 94402 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Storytime AssistantPurpose of Position: Assist Children's Services Department with Storytime Qualifications: Age 14 and older Enjoys interacting with children Good communication skills Ability to understand and follow directions clearly Reliable and responsible Spanish/English and Chinese/English bilingual speakers encouraged to applyResponsibilities: Assist with crowd control Use of puppetry for welcoming participantsActively participating in songs and rhymes Clean Storytime props Maintain safe and clean environment for Library patrons Provide high quality customer serviceSelection and Training: Attend a volunteer orientation Time Commitment: 1–2 hour shift, 1 day a week Monday - Move and Groove Storytime from 10am - 11:45am Site/Station: San Mateo Main Reports to: Children's & Literacy Services Staff Program: Library Purpose of Position: Assist Children's Services Department with Storytime Qualifications: Age 14 and older Enjoys interacting with children Good communication skills Ability to understand and follow directions clearly Reliable and responsible Spanish/English and Chinese/English bilingual speakers encouraged to applyResponsibilities: Assist with crowd control Use of puppetry for welcoming participantsActively participating in songs and rhymes Clean Storytime props Maintain safe and clean environment for Library patrons Provide high quality customer serviceSelection and Training: Attend a volunteer orientation Time Commitment: 1–2 hour shift, 1 day a week Monday - Move and Groove Storytime from 10am - 11:45am Site/Station: San Mateo Main Reports to: Children's & Literacy Services Staff Program: Library Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Zip Code: 94402 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Computer AideHelp monitor public use of library computers and provide one-on-one assistance with navigating basic computer and internet functions, printing, and using Microsoft applications. Time Commitment: We ask for a minimum commitment of 6 months Program: Library Help monitor public use of library computers and provide one-on-one assistance with navigating basic computer and internet functions, printing, and using Microsoft applications. Time Commitment: We ask for a minimum commitment of 6 months Program: Library Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Zip Code: 94402 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Welcome GreeterCreate a welcoming atmosphere by greeting library patrons, assisting with directional information, and assisting patrons utilize the Library technologies in the lobby. Time Commitment: We ask for a minimum commitment of 6 months Program: Library Create a welcoming atmosphere by greeting library patrons, assisting with directional information, and assisting patrons utilize the Library technologies in the lobby. Time Commitment: We ask for a minimum commitment of 6 months Program: Library Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Zip Code: 94402 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Latino Library Advisory CommitteeThe Latino Library Advisory Committee started in 2005 to promote Latino cultural events within the library. They continue to host events for the community that highlight and celebrate Latino culture. Duties for this role include: Helping plan for future events.Distributing flyers to local businesses.Decorating rooms and cleaning up afterwards.This committee meets in the Main Library on a periodic basis. Events include Las Posadas and Cinco de Mayo. Program: Library The Latino Library Advisory Committee started in 2005 to promote Latino cultural events within the library. They continue to host events for the community that highlight and celebrate Latino culture. Duties for this role include: Helping plan for future events.Distributing flyers to local businesses.Decorating rooms and cleaning up afterwards.This committee meets in the Main Library on a periodic basis. Events include Las Posadas and Cinco de Mayo. Program: Library Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Zip Code: 94402 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Asian American Library Advisory CommitteeDuties for this role include: Helping plan for future events.Distributing flyers to local businesses.Decorating rooms and cleaning up afterwards.This committee meets in the Main Library on a periodic basis Program: Library Duties for this role include: Helping plan for future events.Distributing flyers to local businesses.Decorating rooms and cleaning up afterwards.This committee meets in the Main Library on a periodic basis Program: Library Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Zip Code: 94402 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: African American Library Advisory CommitteeDuties for this role include: Helping plan for future events.Distributing flyers to local businesses.Decorating rooms and cleaning up afterwards.This committee meets in the Main Library on a periodic basis. Program: Library Duties for this role include: Helping plan for future events.Distributing flyers to local businesses.Decorating rooms and cleaning up afterwards.This committee meets in the Main Library on a periodic basis. Program: Library Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Zip Code: 94402 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Iranian Library Advisory CommitteeDuties for this role include: Helping plan for future events.Distributing flyers to local businesses.Decorating rooms and cleaning up afterwards.This committee meets in the Main Library on a periodic basis. Program: Library Duties for this role include: Helping plan for future events.Distributing flyers to local businesses.Decorating rooms and cleaning up afterwards.This committee meets in the Main Library on a periodic basis. Program: Library Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Zip Code: 94402 Allow Groups: No |