Update: All the card bags have been claimed! Thank you to all who volunteered to make cards. If you would like to use your own supplies, we will still accept cards through Sunday, Feb. 2 at 4:45pm. Stop by the children’s desk for details!
A fun and creative volunteer opportunity to bring joy to people in your community!
The Avon Library and the Avon Youth Services Bureau will provide card-making supplies for you to make cards for the seniors of Avon & surrounding towns to bring them joy and cheer this Valentine’s Day.
We are partnering with the Avon Youth Services Board to distribute them to the Avon Senior Center, assisted living facilities, and local oncology centers.
The theme for this session of card making is: Valentine’s Day.
Please use your creativity and your words to spread some cheer for seniors. Send messages of support and encouragement.
Who can make cards? The volunteer card making program is open to children, teens, adults, and families.
Important dates:
PICK UP:
- Bags will be available for pickup near the 2nd floor Kid’s Desk, while supplies last!
- Pickup begins Saturday, January 18th! Once we have the bags ready, we’ll announce it here!
RETURN:
- We ask that cards are returned by Sunday, February 2nd by 4:45pm, to allow time for delivery before the holidays.
- Return your cards in a bag with your name on it to the front entrance of the library.
SEE below for a sampling of what comes in a Valentine bag: photo coming soon!
*Please note that exact sticker varieties vary for each bag.*
How do I become a card-making volunteer?
1. Come to the 2nd Floor Children’s Room for your supplies starting in mid-January. (Card bags are available while supplies last)
2. Make cards, be creative, write cheerful and kind messages!
3. Drop the cards off to the 2nd floor children’s desk by Sunday, February 2nd at 4:45pm at the latest. There will be a collection box by the desk, or you may hand it directly to a staff member.
Thank you for sharing your creativity and kindness to others!