Jennifer A. Rogers is a North Carolina gal, through and through who has always lived in Yadkin County. With three children, Draven, 13, Samara, 12 and “spunky” little Rhett, 3 and husband Richard Rogers, Jennifer has earned a degree in European History from Southern New Hampshire University with an emphasis on Henry VIII and the Holocaust. She began working for the North Western Regional Library system four years ago as a Library Programs assistant to the branch librarian—now she is the Branch Librarian at the “new” Jonesville Public Library. Jennifer is the typical librarian stating, “The Public Library is a non-partisan organization that welcomes all.” “We are so excited and can’t thank the community enough for all the support we have received.” says Friends of the Library President Mendy Peles. Friends turned this doctor’s office into a welcoming, friendly place to be. Lots of muscle!
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Jennifer Rogers Jonesville Librarian
Jennifer is an author. Currently she has completed several of her planned series of historical romance novels of the 1800s and London. Remember her name so you can seek her out on your library shelves. Her creative mind has more dreams for her library. For example, 2021’s summer weekly Paw Print Storytimes featured Jennifer’s dog “Sweet Pea” and her rescue cat “Groot” plus pets from staff and Friends that took part in the storytime on Fridays at 10a. Northwestern Regional Library director, Joan Sherif says, “We are very excited about the new Jonesville Library and plans for expansion. The staff, Friends and community have worked hard along with the support of town Manager Mike Pardue and the Jonesville Town Council—all helping make a dream come true for Jonesville. The new library is like a home away from home and we all invite everyone to visit.” September October 2021
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