LIBRARY NOTES
From the Chairman of the Board: Winter 2007
Monday, January 1, 2007
One of the great pleasures of serving as Chairman of the Society Library's Board is to hear from our members many expressions of appreciation for what our unique institution offers. This past year, I have been heartened to receive so many positive comments on our newly refurbished rooms and clean facade, the excellent events we continue to offer, and our remarkably deep and well-selected collection of books. But above all I am pleased to hear the consistently warm words our members have for the Library's staff. Our new Head Librarian, Mark Bartlett, has been greeted with enthusiasm, and he has already done a great deal to ensure that the Library continues to provide the level of service and intellectual stimulation that has been our hallmark for so long. It is not just Mark, however, but our entire staff for whom our members have expressed appreciation. As we start a new year, it is timely to extend our thanks to the staff for their dedication and good cheer. We are fortunate to have exceptional professionals who love their work and the Library. It is the key to our continued success.
I also wanted to take this opportunity to thank our members for their generous support. One of our priorities for the coming year is the establishment of a professional development function. This will be important to enable us to achieve the plans we outlined some years ago for expanded space and for building our collections and programs. Contributions to the Library this past year have grown, and we look forward to increasing support. Thank you not only for your financial support, but particularly for your helpful suggestions on improvements you would like to see. I look forward to having you continue both. Best wishes for the new year.
Charles G. Berry
Chairman of the Board
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