D irector’s
MESSAGE
This October is a vibrant time for libraries, as we plunge further into Hispanic Heritage Month, and reposition ourselves for in-person programming. I cannot tell you how excited we are to see you again, live and face-toface, for crafts, seminars, entertainment, and of course, book discussions. Personally, I am super excited that my own Director’s Book Club is one of the events that allow us to meet and spend time together this month. We are off and running with an astonishing non-fiction book, The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks. I am looking forward to hearing what you think about it. I’m not the only person who’ll be delighted to meet you when you show up at the library. Have you made friends with the Friends? Among other things, these stellar library volunteers raise money at Book Fairs to sponsor special guests and events at your local branch. It’s National Friends of Libraries Week during October 17-31, but we are grateful for our crew every day of the year. Join right now and become a star yourself! Now that I’ve asked you to do something, let me tell what you can expect of me. My philosophy is always be grateful but never be satisfied. I am always looking for ways to upgrade, expand, increase, improve what the library brings to you. An example is the recent addition of the Wall Street Journal,
New York Times and Washington Post to the online publications we offer free. The list was impressive before we added these iconic papers – now it’s outstanding! Another example: adding an extra open day to a dozen branches. It’s fair to say you can be on the lookout for service improvements. A key aspect of my directorship is that I will always be working for you, albeit behind the scenes.
Sincerely,
Allison Grubbs BROWARD COUNTY LIBRARY DIRECTOR
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