Schools, libraries and literacy programs seek volunteers to help children and adults improve reading skills and assist in related projects.
Among them are:
Civic Works, Baltimore's Youth Service Corps, for after-school tutoring at Police Athletic League centers throughout the city between 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. weekdays. Contact: Gwelan Peterson, 410- 366-8533.
Enoch Pratt Free Library's Exploration Center at the new Port Discovery children's museum, on Fallsway in Baltimore, to work four-hour shifts Saturdays and Sundays assisting librarians. Contact: Marion Hirsch, 410-396-9940.