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VU PHL & Books Through Bars

May 13, 2023 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

VU PHL is picking & packing books to send to people experiencing incarceration

What we’ll be doing:

  • Reading letters from inmates requesting books on various topics;
  • Searching through the Books Through Bars library to find relevant and appropriate books;
  • Packing the books to be sent in the mail.

Details:

Location: Books Through Bars 4722 Baltimore Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143

Date: Saturday, May 13th, 2023

Time: 11:20 AM – 1:30 PM

  • 11:20-11:30 Volunteers arrive and check-in.
  • 11:30-11:45: Orientation & Announcements
  • 11:45-1:30: Book picking and packing 
  • 1:30: Afterjawn! 

Event capacity: 20 volunteers

We will be working inside. It’s a small building with a lot of book shelves!  The library is two floors, and the staircase is rather narrow. Wear flat, comfortable shoes for safety!

Bring your own water bottle

On-street parking is available, and there is a free parking lot next to the building. 

Volunteers must wear masks and be vaccinated. If you are unable to attend – especially if you are showing symptoms of COVID-19 – cancel your ticket so that others may sign up for your space

Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older

Details

Date:
May 13, 2023
Time:
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Website:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vu-phl-books-through-bars-registration-627314272877

Venue

Books Through Bars
4722 Baltimore Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19143 United States