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Volunteer Spotlight on Gladys H.

We appreciate the hard work of our volunteers and wish to show our appreciation by spotlighting a different Volunteer each month. We thank our volunteers for everything they do!

Gladys H. is our volunteer spotlight for July 2022.

Volunteer Spotlight
Library Volunteer Gladys H.

Gladys H.

Why did you start volunteering?

“My husband had passed and I was sitting at home. I knew I needed to get out, and I thought about the library. ( I didn’t know anything about the library) I found out that the library has volunteers, so I applied.”

Has volunteering changed how you see the library?

“I have learned so much about the library! They have classes on crafts of all kinds, many technology classes, there is even one on how to use your smart phone. They have programs given by outside presenters on a wide variety of subjects, something for every age, from toddlers to middle school, and of course for seniors like me. Not only are there books, but movies and puzzles, and now a seed library and also compassion care kits, it amazes me!”

What’s been one of your favorite volunteer moments?

“I work with Miss Amiee, the youth librarian, she plans programs for the children. I cut out crafts for packets for the programs. I help her with whatever I can, I never did crafts before so it is so interesting. I have been in a store and see a person, who said “I know you from the library with Miss Amiee!

What’s something you would say to encourage someone else to volunteer?

“There is always some little thing you can do to help someone. The staff are very helpful and thankful you are helping them. At the end of the day you feel like you made a difference. There is some kind of volunteer “job” for everyone, just give it a try.


For more information on volunteer opportunities and how you can get involved please click here.

Dori Boelkens
Customer Service Specialist at Lakes Region Branch

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