Library Staff and Board Members Honored at Annual Library Board & Staff Dinner

On Tuesday, September 23rd the Library Board and Staff joined together for the Library's Annual Board & Staff Dinner.  This Dinner is a way for those who keep our Library District running to gather and celebrate all of the hard work and dedication that is put into the Library.   Over the years, the Library has grown and evolved to meet the needs of our communities.  There is a lot of work that all Library Board Members and Staff put in throughout the year.  Much of this work goes unseen, but is essential to keeping all 5 Libraries operating and effectively serving our communities year-round.  At the Dinner, everyone enjoyed good food, fellowship, and a few laughs.  Several Board Members and Staff were also presented plaques to honor the years of service they have put into the Library.  Below are some pictures from the Dinner and those who were presented with plaques in gratitude for the years they have been with our Library District.

Below, Treasurer Ron Cook was given an awe-struck thank you and congratulations on serving 50 years on the Library Board.  This is a huge amount of dedication and we appreciate him! He is pictured with Board President Doug Fitzgerald.

Board Treasurer, Ron Cook, has served the Reynolds County Library District for an unprecedented 50 years!  Half a Century...his devotion to the Library has been instrumental in shaping who we are today.

Board President, Doug Fitzgerald, has served the Reynolds County Library District for 35 years!  He has seen the building of several of our current Library facilities, and been an encouragement to many Board and Staff Members over the years.

Librarian Mary Dement has worked with the Reynolds County District for 25 years!  She has put in a lot of hard work, been there to help train many Library Staff and former staff, and has assisted countless community members.  Her experience, advice, and opinions are valued by many of our staff members.

Our Director, Megan Bishop, has worked with the Reynolds County Library District for 15 years!  She has probably done every task there is and has spent time working at every one of our Libraries.  She has done a great job of leading and uniting us all and is a amazing advocate for what our Libraries and communities need to thrive.  

Librarian April Amsden has worked with the Reynolds County Library District for 15 years!  She has worked up from Assistant Librarian to the Librarian position at Ellington Library.  She loves helping library Patrons find the perfect books, reading to or playing with little ones, assisting with research inquiries, and decorating or doing anything creative and crafty.  She is always happy to lend a helping hand when needed.