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Hello! My name is Melissa Mejia, and I am
thrilled to introduce myself to you as the
new Assistant Library Director for Monterey Public Library and Museums.
Previously I was the Branch Manager of
the Marina Library of Monterey County
Free Libraries, and I have also worked
as a manager for the Salinas Public Library
and the Kern County Library.
Libraries have been my absolute favorite community space since I was a child. I grew
up in rural Tulare County where resources
were scarce, but we had a tiny public library that served as my window to
the rest of the world. In fact, there are home movies where four-year-old
me is begging my mom to stop recording and take me to the library! As
a teen, the library served as a safe afterschool space where I quietly
hid in corners and devoured cultural and history books which ultimately
led me to briefly pursue a career in Archaeology. It was not long however before I found myself returning to my first love- the public library.
I am looking forward to sharing my passion and excitement for the future
of Monterey’s Public Library and Museums with you all.
By the way - Hello from Brian! I'll be back at the next newsletter and look forward to sharing insights and thoughts again. Please welcome Melissa when you are in the library as we are excited to have her join the Monterey team and continue to better serve you - our community. Cheers - BEE
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