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About Us

The Emporia Public Library serves the community by fostering a welcoming environment, lifelong learning opportunities, and exciting experiences that enhance community members’ quality of life. We provide access to a balanced, up-to-date, and easy to browse collection that meets a variety of informational, educational, and recreational needs. We are responsive to patron requests, making use of community partnerships and referrals while staying within the scope of library services. We help library users navigate an evolving digital world by offering opportunities to develop their skills and by providing access to emerging technologies that support their success. We implement technologies that improve library experiences online and in person.

Staff Directory

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Pauline Stacchini

Executive Director

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Kimberlee Cook

Assistant Director of Access Services

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Cheryl Simpson

Outreach Coordinator

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Gloria Jurado

Youth Services Coordinator

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Megan Love

Youth Services Librarian

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Jordyn Baker

Digital Experiences Librarian

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Kendra Spade

Assistant Director of Operations

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Craig Carlson

Cataloger

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Molly Chenault

Adult Services Librarian

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Sarah Pound

Interlibrary Loan

The Emporia Public Library is the oldest library in the State of Kansas in continuous operation. Since 1869, Emporia’s library has grown with the city to provide services for the community.

Read more about our history.

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