Are you between the ages of 13 and 18?     Do you want to help out at the library?             The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) may be for you! Don't forget to check out the Slant,      our online magazine written by teens, for teens!

Frequently asked questions about TAB

What is the TAB?

The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is a group of teenagers that work to make the library a better place for teens. You can read our mission statement here.

When/where does TAB meet?

TAB meets every other Wednesday from 6:30 - 7:45 PM in the community room of Martin Library.

What are the age requirements?

You can be any age from 13-18.

How many people are TAB members?                       

There are roughly fifteen members at the moment.

What is a meeting like?

At the meetings we discuss plans for upcoming events, and share our ideas and opinions on what should be done for teen programming (which we help to plan).

Is there FOOD?

Yep - plenty of snacks and soda.

We've planned a lock-in at the library, painted a mural in the Children's Room, helped plan the new Teen Room, gone on a trip to purchase books for the graphic novel collection, and planned events for Teen Read Week.

Why should I join the TAB?

Because it's fun! The people are friendly, the food is good, and you get to tell people what you think the library should do for teens. And hey, it'll look good on a college application to say you were an active member of the Teen Advisory Board of Martin Memorial Library.

Who should I contact if I'm interested?

You can contact our advisor, Clio Fry, by sending an e-mail to cfry@yorklibraries.org, or by calling
846-5300 ext. 246. Also, the TAB voicemail extension at the library is 846-5300 ext. 407.

Can I still write for the Slant even if I can't make it to TAB meetings?

Yes, anyone can submit material to the Slant, even if they're not a member of TAB.