Volunteers needed for our Annual Book Fair in Term 4 - Weeks 5 and 6!

If you’re passionate about books, or just looking for a fun way to contribute to our school community, we’d love to have you join us! Volunteering at the book fair is a great way to meet fellow book lovers, spend time around great stories, and support our students' love for reading. It’s also a wonderful chance to immerse yourself in the vibrant school culture during our Cultural Evening! Interested? Please reach out to me at kirat@amesbury.school.nz to sign up for any of the available slots.

Get ready for one of the most anticipated events of the year! Picture this: a big, bright red truck, filled to the brim with books, rolling into our school grounds. Yes, it's that time again—our beloved Scholastic Book Fair is coming, and it's bringing a treasure trove of stories, adventures, and learning opportunities for readers of all ages!

Details:

Dates: Wednesday, November 13th – Tuesday, November 19th, 2024
Location: Amesbury School Library

Operating Hours:

• Mornings: 8:30 – 9:15am

• Afternoons: 2:45 – 3:30pm

• Special Evening: Open until 6:30pm on Friday, November 15th during our Cultural Evening!

Now, here's where things get even more exciting. We need your help to make this event a success! If you’ve ever dreamed of being a shopkeeper—now’s your chance! No prior experience is required. You’ll have everything you need at your fingertips, and we’ll provide all the training and tools to make it super easy.

Volunteer Time Slots:

Wednesday, November 13th:

• Set-Up: 8:30 – 11:00 am

• Afternoon: 2:45 – 3:30 pm

Thursday, November 14th:

• Morning: 8:30 – 9:15 am

• Afternoon: 2:45 – 3:30 pm

Friday, November 15th (Cultural Evening!):

• Morning: 8:30 – 9:15 am

• Afternoon: 2:45 – 3:30 pm

• Evening: 3:30 – 4:30 pm

• Evening: 4:30 – 5:30 pm

• Evening: 5:30 – 6:30 pm

Monday, November 18th:

• Morning: 8:30 – 9:15 am

• Afternoon: 2:45 – 3:30 pm

Tuesday, November 19th:

• Morning: 8:30 – 9:15 am

• Afternoon: 2:45 – 3:30 pm

• Pack-Up: 3:30 – 4:30 pm

If you’re passionate about books, or just looking for a fun way to contribute to our school community, we’d love to have you join us! Volunteering at the book fair is a great way to meet fellow book lovers, spend time around great stories, and support our students' love for reading. It’s also a wonderful chance to immerse yourself in the vibrant school culture during our Cultural Evening!

Interested? Please reach out to me at kirat@amesbury.school.nz to sign up for any of the available slots.

Together, let’s make this year’s Book Fair the biggest and best one yet! Whether you're helping out or simply visiting, it’s going to be the perfect place for book lovers of all ages. See you there!

Ngā mihi nui,
the Amesbury team