You must have a valid Port Jefferson Free Library Teen card in order to receive community service credit with us. The Teen Center tries to provide a variety of opportunities to fulfill the need for community service. It is up to the individual to confirm that the activities you participate in through the Library will be accepted by your organization. It is also up to the participants to keep their own records of the hours accrued. The Teen Center does not keep a record of community service earned through their community service opportunities.
Discover New Ways to Volunteer and Earn Community Service Credits
Brookhaven Town Councilmember Jonathan Kornreich from District 1 collaborated with the Three Village Dads Foundation to establish a database aimed at assisting residents in discovering impactful ways to contribute to the community. For those interested in local community service, we recommend utilizing this resource to explore opportunities with various activities or organizations.
Volunteer with New York State Parks
If you’re keen on supporting your local environment, consider participating in the New York State Park Volunteer Program. It’s advisable for younger teens to join with a parent, but any teen can engage in volunteer activities if they are willing to contribute, such as invasive plant removal, gardening, trail maintenance, beach cleanups, and other tasks. If you’re interested, refer to the flyer for contact details of Volunteer Coordinator:
Michael DiMaulo
Michael.DiMaulo@parks.ny.gov
631-581-1072
If you’re interested in finding more opportunities to volunteer and earn community service, you’re in luck! Check out the comprehensive list of volunteer opportunities available from the Long Island Volunteer Center.
In-Person Community Service Programs
The Teen Center has in-person programs for teens to earn community service. Each program will provide instructions and materials necessary for participants to work on for one hour. Receive 1 hour of community service per in-person program unless otherwise stated. Space is limited. Community service letters will be given physically or sent via email by the Teen Librarians.
Bookshop Organizers
Tuesday, September 2 at 4:00 PM
The Friends of the Library Bookshop offers gently used books for a donation. Teens can earn an hour of community service credit by organizing our bookshelves.
LEGO Organizers
Sunday, September 6 at 11:00 AM
Help sort our building blocks.
Candy Stuffers
Tuesday, September 16 at 5:00 PM
Assist with filling bags with candy for the Library’s Halloween celebration.
Teen Meetup
Tuesday, October 14 at 3:00 PM
Collaborate with our librarians to plan activities for the library.
Teen Helpers
Wednesday September 24: Painting Program at 1:30 – 4:00 PM
Thursday, September 25: Build a Scarecrow at 4:00 PM
Thursday, October 2: Escape the Room at 11:30 – 2:00 PM
Saturday, October 11: Witches Day Out (Outside) at 10:00 – 1:00 PM
The librarians are seeking assistance for several programs.
Perler Bead Designers
Thursday, October 2 at 4:00 PM
Make library decorations.
Diamond Art Cards
Thursday, October 16 at 4:00 PM
Design birthday cards with diamond art to donate to patients at Mather Hospital.
Take-Home Community Service Opportunities
The Teen Center offers kits for teens to earn community service. Receive 2 hours of community service per envelope completed. Limit one of each envelope per month. Each kit will have instructions and materials for the participants to follow and return to the Teen Center.
The online forms are for those who picked up an envelope at the Teen Center and are in the process of returning the kit. Hours will be given once the online form is completed and the envelope is returned to the community service bin. Please note that all submissions will receive a response within a timeframe of 1 to 7 days. The submission date of your community service form will be counted for the corresponding month. If there are any issues with the kit or in completing the task, email: info@pjteen.org
These opportunities will be available for pickup in the Teen Center beginning on September 2nd 2025.
Snow Globes
ONLINE FORM
Design paper snow globes to help decorate the Teen Center.
Birthday Cards
ONLINE FORM
Create birthday cards to donate to patients at Mather Hospital.
Previous Take-Home Community Service Online Forms:
Recipes
Origami Cranes
Online Community Service Opportunities
Check out the community service opportunities you can do at home! Each activity provides the appropriate and updated guidelines needed to earn community service. Hours will be given once the participant has the form correctly submitted. Please note that all submissions will receive a response within a timeframe of 1 to 7 days. The submission date of your community service form will be counted for the corresponding month. If there are any issues in accessing or completing the form, email: info@pjteen.org
Teen Movie Review
Earn community service by reviewing PG or PG-13 movies from any source, DVD or streaming. Earn 4 hours of community service for each submitted movie review. There is a limit of 2 reviews per month.
Teen Book Review
Earn community service by reviewing young adult novels, e-books or print, on your reading level. Earn 4 hours of community service for each submitted book review. There is a limit of 2 reviews per month.
Teen Recycling Challenge
Earn community service by recycling bottles and reducing waste in your community! There is a limit of 10 hours per month. See online form for details.
Teen Rainbow Creations
Earn community service by submitting rainbow creations online by drawing, painting or crafting with colorful materials. Earn 1 hour of credit. There is a limit of 1 per month.
