JPL Staff News: Kudos From Customers

Tuesday, September 20, 2016

Kudos From Customers - September 2016

Beaches Branch: I have been thrilled with the help and partnership Theresa Rooney, Nicole Saville, and Gail Bloomberg have given the American Sewing Guild! The facility is fantastic. Large conference room was perfect for a group Sew In—machines, ironing boards, and all! Small conference room is great for our monthly meetings. Gail made a great flyer, pulled circulation material, and made a display to promote National Sewing Month. Seams Beachy Neighborhood group surely appreciates the Beaches Branch Library!

Murray Hill Branch: The Staff at this Library is the Best! Margaret (Esposito), Amy (Douglas) and Doug (Fair) go out of their way to help. Love all of them!

Mandarin Branch: ...While it's been many years since I've visited a public library, I was pleasantly surprised by the resources offered along with the assistance and guidance that is available from the staff. It's been several decades since I've tested the job market. I found myself unsure of the correct and current procedures for formatting and electronically submitting a resume so I went to the library. I was told by Ms. Stacey Van Hoy that there are classes held on a monthly basis to bring folks up to speed and that Mr. Mark Hohnadel will hold the next one the following month. Instead waiting until the class next month, Stacey spoke with Mark and explained my dilemma. She then introduced us and he spent time to give me a brief overview, chose several books for me to review, and then set an appointment with me for the following week. The following week, Mark took an hour of his time to discuss my situation and offered guidance in several areas and clarified questions I had from the reference material he gave me. I was in awe of the helpful service and the sincerity of solving my concerns exhibited by Mark, Stacey and the entire staff.

After reviewing the end product, Mark asked for a copy to forward to a friend and has even set an appointment for me to interview for possible employment. Mark said "just doin' my job"; however, he and his staff certainly go far above and beyond their duties.

Please accept my thanks for the assistance that your Library System provides and congratulations to you and Jacksonville on providing an excellent product.

Pablo Creek Branch: Ms. Marcie (O’Dell) is always helpful; she is always smiling and welcoming. …

San Marco Branch: I want to commend the library staff (Lilia Simonton, Davi Harmon, Robbie Crabtree, Emily Gideon, Amber Pierce, and Juanita Searies) on their deep reserve of patience with the Middle School kids during the weekday hours after Landon Middle School lets out. I have observed the library staff treating the kids fairly, leniently (sometimes more than one chance to change behavior as befitting a middle school aged child), with compassion and understanding. I believe this is appropriate and the way kids will learn not to fear going to the library. They will grow up wanting to keep coming back. My son loves coming to the San Marco branch! ...

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THREE STAFF HONORED AT CW

In December, Deputy Director Julie McNeil presented service pins to Kristi Dorney (middle in pic) for 20 years at JPL; Cassy Manning (left) for five service years; and Helena Davenport for five years serving JPL. Kristi received a congratulatory letter from Mayor Curry, and Cassy and Helena each received a letter of appreciation from Director Tim Rogers. Cassy, Kristi, and Helena also enjoyed a socially-distanced party given in their honor. All of us send our thanks, too, for your years with the library.

MR. MOSELEY: CONGRATS ON 20 YEARS & A JOB WELL DONE!

DON'T NEED TO BE A DUMMY; JUST READ BOOKS FOR DUMMIES

PT shelver with help from Teen Associate Beverly Mason created a “I thought you said Mummy…No I said Book for Dummies” display to transition to fall/Halloween and highlight DU’s For Dummies series of books on a variety of topics. DU Manager Eric Soriano added, “There’s also a new ‘Interactive chess display’ by Librarian Benjamin Smith. Books and DVDs are available for checkout while customers enjoy actually playing the game. Ben is also planning to offer possible chess classes.”

LIGHT BULB GOES OFF IN CREATIVE DECKER'S HEAD

YS Asociate Decker Cavosie hosted EB’s first “Minute to Win It,” April 9, 2019, where 15 teens competed in various challenges under a 60 second time limit. Participants discussed strategies and difficulties throughout the program and exhibited creative problem-solving to gain advantages. Each month at the end of the program, the teen with the most points writes their name on the “Minute to Win It Undisputed Championship” belt Decker made. The belt will be displayed until the following month when the reigning champion will defend their title.

HAIL, HAIL THE GANG'S ALL HERE FOR MELODIE BRUNSON'S 5 YEAR CELEBRATION!

January 17, 2019, Deputy Director Julie McNeil presented Melodie Brunson with Director Tim Rogers' congratulatory letter for her five years of service and her service pin. Melodie also enjoyed a big cheer from West Branch's staff pictured here. Back row: Jessica Carpenter (clerk), Eve Harm (YS Librarian 1), Shannon Buchanan (clerk), Larry Singer (volunteer), John Jessee (Assistant Branch Manager), & Manager Kathleen Brunner. Front row: Latisha Woolbright (clerk), Julie Horton (YS Library Assistant), & Melodie Brunson (YS PT Associate.)

THANKS, MANDY ELLIOTT, FOR 5 GOOD YEARS OF SERVICE

JANICE ADAMS CELEBRATES FIVE YEARS W/JPL

Library Associate Janice Adams received her 5 year service pin from Webb Region Manager Lynne Baldwin, January 31, 2018, along with a letter from Library Director Tim Rogers thanking and commending Janice for her service to JPL, the City and the community. Staff at Webb surprised Janice with not one but two cakes, a card, a bouquet of flowers and a gift card. Branch Manager Kathy Tekin joined Lynne to say, "Congratulations to you, Janice, for 5+ years of outstanding service to the Jacksonville community."

STUDY BUDDY SHARED BY 3 IN MAIN TEEN DEPT.

A Thank You From Denise Thomas

To the JPL Family: I wish to thank each and every one of you for your caring responses during my time of need. For those who were not aware, time was needed for surgery and recovery from breast cancer. I want you to know that all donated leave, words of encouragement, random acts of kindness and those beautiful smiles are appreciated.

I am a breast cancer survivor as a result of God’s Grace and an early detection of the cancer. May I suggest that each of you, if you have not already done so, take time to schedule health screenings of any kind knowing that these can be lifesaving methods for you.

To God be the glory for the things he has done. I am now free of cancer and want to say again that I appreciate what you did for me. Not knowing who my time donors were, I am not able to give individual hugs; collectively to the JPL Family I say THANK YOU a million times over.

Denise Thomas, JPL’s Center for Adult Learning at Main.

MARILYN JORDAN SENDS THANKS TO STAFF WHO DONATED TIME FOR HER RECENTLY

SANTA AND KIDS AT MAIN

Main's Children’s departmemt had a jolly great time with Old Saint Nick this year. We handed out jingle bells, read a sleigh ride picture book and, of course, sang the Jingle Bells song. Next, resident elf, Carisia Rooney, took over and kept the line smiling as they waited to verify that indeed, Santa’s whiskers were real and so was his tummy! Afterward, Jonathan Sandbach held a bell-decorating class (complete with glitter) so the kids could take some of the holiday fun home with them.

MATTHEW TAYLOR, LIBRARIAN I, WITH MAIN LIBRARY 15 YEARS

DENISE THOMAS CELEBRATES 15 YEARS WITH JPL

Denise is a Literacy Program Specialist in the Center for Adult Learning, located on the Conference level of the Main Library. She has done so much good for the community beside all the wonderful things she does for children in her position with JPL. Deputy Director Jennifer Giltrop (far left) gave Denise a congratulatory letter from Mayor Curry and her 15 year service pin. Denise is 2nd from left, then CAL Manager Katie Devanny, & Tammy Owens. We join with them in congratulating you, Denise.