Community Service
You must have a valid Port Jefferson Free Library 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 DaMaulo
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 indoor/in-person programs for teens to earn community service. Each program will provide instructions and materials necessary for participants to work on for an hour. Space is limited. Community service letters will be given physically or sent via email by the Teen Librarians.
Teen Center Helpers
Monday, September 9 at 6:00 PM
Clean toys in the Children’s department.
Bookshop Organizers
Tuesday, September 3 at 4:00 PM
Tuesday, October 1 at 4:00 PM
The Friends of the Library Bookshop is a volunteer organization which houses a collection of gently used books that can be acquired through a small donation. Earn community service by organizing the donated books.
Perler Bead Designers
Thursday, October 3 at 6:30 PM
Get creative with perler beads by designing decorations.
Teen Meetup
Thursday, October 10 at 4:00 PM
Collaborate with librarians to plan future library activities in the Teen Center.
Perler Bead Sorters
Sunday, October 13 at 2:00 PM
The Teen Center needs help organizing perler beads for future crafts and decoration.
Candy Stuffers *
Saturday, October 19 at 1:00 PM
Stuff candy bags for the upcoming Halloween season for the library to give out to the community.
*Food/Ingredients offered in this program are not suitable for those with allergies.
What a Pittie!
Tuesday, October 29 at 4:30 PM
This program aims to engage you in advocating for Pitbulls, addressing breed discrimination, and changing public perception.
Take-Home Community Service Opportunities
The Teen Center offers kits for teens to earn community service. 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
The following Take-Home Envelopes will be available on September 3rd 2024.
Bookmark Art
Pick up blank bookmarks to decorate and give back to the community.
Snow Globes
Design paper snow globes to help the Teen Center prep for the upcoming season.
Previous Take-Home Community Service Online Forms:
Summer Prep
Wooden Popsicles
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
Recycle Challenge
Earn community service by recycling bottles and reduce waste in your community! A maximum of 10 hours will be awarded per month. See online form for details.
Teen Book Review
Earn community service by reviewing young adult novels, e-books or print, on their reading level. You can earn 4 hours of community service for each submitted book review! There is a limit of 2 reviews per month.
Teen Movie Review
Earn community service by reviewing PG or PG-13 movies from any source, DVD or digital streaming services. You can earn 4 hours of community service for each submitted movie review that meets the required guidelines. There is a limit of 2 reviews per month.
