Sarah Karon
“Literacy is the key to an informed, engaged society, and libraries are places where all kinds of community magic happens.”
Hank Tafaro
Hank says “I consider libraries to be the cornerstone of a civilized society, and a key to fight illiteracy in America. But, author Ray Bradbury put it best, ‘Without libraries we have no past and no future.’”
Kat Wingert
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Connie Davis
Davis joined the Free Library of Philadelphia when she was seven years old, and says “I have been a fan of libraries ever since.”
Quinn Gulliver
“Access to books is vital for children and students as they grow to become better learners and empathetic to the views of people different from themselves. Libraries make that possible for everyone, and I want to help make sure these resources are available to all in the future.”
Tim Jaeger
“I'm serving because I want to ensure that our libraries continue to play an essential role in our community, providing safe, accessible, and 100% free educational resource centers for everyone.”
Fletcher Rush
Fletcher believes “public libraries are essential to our community. In addition to the fundamental access to books and information, libraries provide a litany of services, especially to those in need.”
Todd Sweet
“The public library is the most accessible public building we have in society. Today, our libraries are so much more than book depositories. Public libraries are havens for learning, creating, meeting and sharing. Healthy libraries lead to healthy communities. As an architect, I am interested in place-making that enhances the human experience.”
Crishuana Williams
“I feel grateful for the Sarasota Public Library system, which provides a premium service to the public, free of charge. It is a remarkable blessing to have access to such an amazing resource with such a rich history of innovation, strength, and accessibility. It is an honor for me to contribute my time, talent, and treasure toward continuing this legacy. I truly believe that there has never been a better time to celebrate the importance of public libraries in our communities.”