Monthly Archives: February 2023

How long have you worked at the dover public library?

30 years!

What is your typical workday like?

I am the Technical Services Manager and most people think it has to do with technology, but it is actually cataloging and processing of the library materials. I also work at the Adult Services desk an hour or more a day. I have to say I really enjoy cataloging as I see the new books and movies etc. I also order the movies and music CD’s so that is fun too! I also enjoy seeing the patrons when I work at the desk and helping them find what they are looking for.

Do you have any funny, positive, or heartwarming stories about the library? 

It’s such a good feeling when patrons tell you how much they appreciate the library and you when you help them with whatever they may have come in for, from finding a book to help on the computers or for faxing something for them.

What kind of books do you enjoy reading or listening to? Is there a book or series you would recommend?

I enjoy psychological thrillers, with a little romance thrown in. I also enjoy books with some humor. A few authors that I like are Shari Lapena, Janet Evanovich, Lisa Jewell and Sally Hepworth. I really like Janet Evanovichs’ Stephanie Plum series, it has a lot of humor.

Tell us about your family and pets.

My husband Tim, we have 2 children and 2 grandchildren. We also have our fur baby cat, Nestle she is so much fun. And is a real chatterbox in the mornings!

When you aren’t working what kinds of things do you enjoy doing?

I enjoy reading of course! I also enjoy crocheting and knitting and baking.

How long have you worked at the Dover Public Library?

I started in the Local History Room in 2020

What is your typical workday like?

I work 2 days a week in the Local History Room for the Dover Public Library. I spend my days helping people with local history or genealogical research. I take care of the archival collections and work with the Dover Historical Society to bring their archival collection to the Local History Room. I love finding that missing piece of history for people who are searching!

Do you have any stories about the library? 

It is just wonderful that this is a place where people can come to find answers! I love that the Dover Public Library puts value on Local History!!!

What kind of books do you enjoy reading or listening to?

I love to read history books. Brian Kilmeade is writing books about American History that are easy to read, include intriguing stories of the people involved in the part of history that he is writing about, and give you great pride in the American story. The books he has completed so far are about Washington’s spy network, Jefferson and the Tripoli pirates, Texas and the Alamo, Andrew Jackson and the Battle of New Orleans, and Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass. He puts the stories together in such a reader friendly way that I highly recommend them. That being said, my all-time favorite series is Harry Potter. 🙂

Tell us about your family and/or pets.

I am married to Eric and we have 2 adult daughters and a wonderfully cute cat named Spider. One evening Spider did not come home by dark as usual. I went outside in the cold and called her and heard a distant meow. I continually called her, following the sound. I was afraid she was in a storm drain, but the sound led me up the hill towards a neighbor’s house. Low and behold she was stuck on their roof!!!!!

When you aren’t working what kinds of things do you enjoy doing?

My biggest hobby is sports. I have watched my kids play sports throughout their childhood and high school careers, and good or bad, I love to see the competition. I attend a lot of high school sporting events–doesn’t matter what sport it is, I love to watch. College football and college softball are my favorite sports to watch on television. A trip to LSU for a softball game is on my bucket list.