Are you passionate about the library and want to make a difference in your community? Join the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) and help shape the library into a space that truly reflects the needs and interests of teens. 

TAB is all about giving teens a voice. Our mission is to help the library grow its resources, services, and events for teens, while having fun and meeting new people along the way! By participating, you’ll gain valuable leadership experience and earn community service hours.

All students in grades 7 - 12 are welcome to apply.

What we do:

• Plan exciting teen
• Volunteer at library events
• Write book reviews and recommendations for our teen collection
• Serve as a “Library Ambassador” and help spread the word about what the library has to offer
• Make the library an even better place for teens

How to join:

• Membership is open by application and is selective
• Applications are accepted May 1 to October 1 each year
• While submitting an application doesn’t guarantee membership, we’re looking for teens who are enthusiastic about helping their community and who enjoy being part of the library 

What's expected of members:

To keep TAB engaging and productive, members are encouraged to:

• Take part in meetings and share their ideas
• Volunteer at least 8 hours per year by:
  • Attending at least 4 meetings (about 4 hours)
  • Helping plan and/or attend TAB events
• Submit at least 2 short book reviews (or other library material reviews) each year
  We also ask that members have a personal email account they check regularly, so we can stay in touch.
  We know life can get busy – if you ever need support meeting these goals, just reach out! We’re happy to work with you to make sure TAB is a positive and manageable experience.

Ready to apply?

Click below to download and print an application. Turn in your completed application to the Information Desk on the library’s first floor. 

Have questions?

Contact Teen Librarian Christina at cgetrost@smfpl.org. We'd love to hear from you!

2024-2025 TAB Meeting Dates

All meetings are at the library on the third Tuesday of the month from 7 - 8 PM. Snacks will be provided. At meetings, TAB members will learn more about how the library works, plan TAB events and community service projects, talk about books, and socialize. TAB members who attend 4 or more meetings will get a TAB t-shirt.

• Tues., September 16, 2025
  Welcome meeting
• Tues., October 21, 2025
• Tues., November 18, 2025
• Tues., December 16, 2025
  Holiday party and book swap
• Tues., January 20, 2026
• Tues., February 17, 2026
• Tues., March 17, 2026
• Tues., April 14, 2026
  Learn about summer reading volunteer opportunities