Meet the Staff
L-R Janeice Murra Ann Brown
T-B Eric State, Taylor Finke Children's Librarian - Sarah Day
Janeice Murra - Director
When Started: May 1993What do you like most about the library: I'm a history buff and have always loved the ambiance of this library and the special place it holds in the town's history
Most memorable library memory: Working on the building project. It was a great experience working with such dedicated people. And it was a wonderful sense of accomplishment to see the beautiful end result.
Favorite book or author: I like lots of books and authors, my newest favorite is Diane Noble.
Family: Husband - Jim Four grown children and nine grand children.
Hobbies: Baking, walking, crafts
Sarah Day - Children's Librarian
When Started: September, 2007
What do you like most about the library: I love working here! Everyone is so wonderful and the library itself is such a beautiful building. I love all the kids who come in. They make my job so easy and fun!
Most memorable library memory: One day, one of my story hour girls came up to me and said, "You know, I really like you." I couldn't help but smile for the rest of the day!
Favorite book or author: Authors: Phillip Pullman, Robert, Jordan, Lloyd Alexander, Madeline L'Engle, Roger Zelazny, Douglas Adams
Books: The Golden Compass, A Wrinkle in Time, Dealing with Dragons, Alice in Wonderland, Wizard of Oz, Coraline, Good Omens, Anne of Green Gables, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime, A Tree Grows in Brooklyn, Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
Family: My husband, Brian and my plump kitty, Cleo.
Hobbies: I am a soft sculpture artist, a quilter and a lover of textiles. I also enjoy reading -- naturally! -- and watching movies.
Ann Brown - Assistant Librarian
When Started: September, 2005
What do you like most about the library: It's a great place to work! If we don't have what a patron wants we can get it through Interlibrary Loan and get what they want or need.
Most memorable library memory: My husband's aunt worked here 50 years ago.
Favorite book or author: James Patterson, Nicholas Sparks, and LaVyrle Spence
Family: Husband - Larry; Children - Lori; Steven married to Nancy. Three Grandchildren—Aaron, Alia,and Colin.
Hobbies: Reading and Puzzles.
Ann & Everett Harms - (not pictured)
When Started: 1987
What do you like most about the library: Magazines, a good selection of books, a facility for meetings, the architecture of the building and the display cases.
Most memorable library memory: Everett attended kindergarten at the library and Ann taught kindergarten at the library.
Favorite book or author: Mary Higgins Clark and Louis L'amour
Family: One son, Perry, married to Patty and their three children, Kirsten, Amelia, and Meredith. One daughter, Holly, married to John Wibholm and their four children, Alex, Sophia, Jack, & Jennie.
Hobbies: Camping, biking, and gardening
Eric State - Circulation Clerk
When Started: August 2006
What do you like most about the library: I like all the different books the Library has to offer. Also all the new incoming books to keep it (library) updated.
Most memorable library memory: I remember a few years ago when I was old enough to be in the Summer Reading Program that I was always the top reader. And also how many books I read those summers.
Favorite book or author: Michael Crichton
Family: Mom - Deb, Dad - Jeff, Brothers - Nick and Dan.
Hobbies: Working with computers and remote controlled gas cars.
Taylor Finke - Circulation Clerk
Started: August 2008
What I ike most about the Library: I really like how you learn new things all the time, you get exposed to new kinds of books and writings.
Most memorable library memory: My most memorable library moment was the time that i was talked in to doing the parade one year with Eric and Nick. I was dressed up as Sachaguwea.
Favorite book or author: I love Dr. Seuss there is no age limit for his books. I also enjoy books by Chuck Palahniuk.
Family: Mom- Jessica, two little brothers: Joey and Calvin
Hobbies: I enjoy kayaking, cooking, photography, sometimes drawing when I'm free.
Dr. Grace O. Doane Alden Public Library
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