Following the successful Friends of the Garden City Library book sale, AYLUS Garden City volunteers returned to help with the post-sale breakdown and cleanup on 11/8/2026.
Luis and Launy sorted the remaining books and transported them from the sales area back to the book storage area using book carts. Working alongside Friends of the Library staff, they coordinated the sorting process and worked together to move multiple carts of books efficiently.
Volunteers also helped organize gift baskets for the winners to pick up and assisted with removing tablecloths, and packing away event accessories. Their help ensured that the meeting room was cleaned up and returned to its original condition.
The event also created an opportunity to introduce AYLUS to more students. During the book sale, Luis encountered a schoolmate who was not yet an AYLUS member and invited him to join our organization and the activity. The student, Erum, immediately jumped in and helped. AYLUS volunteers also got attention by a high school sophomore, whose parent is involved with the Friends of the Library. The student expressed interest in learning more about AYLUS and its activities. Through this event, the chapter connected with two potential new members interested in community service.
Throughout the event, students demonstrated teamwork, communication, and initiative. Their contributions did not go unnoticed: the Friends of the Library expressed their appreciation, praised the students’ efforts, and welcomed them back for future activities.
Through this collaboration, AYLUS Garden City volunteers supported a local community organization while gaining valuable experience in teamwork, event coordination, and community outreach.
Reported by: Anna Liu
Volunteers
- Luis Ye – 2 hours
- Launy Zhong – 2 hours
- Erum Yoo – 1 hour
