If you have ever gone to ESL at the East Branch, you most likely have been greeted by Rita and Gregory at the Circulation Desk. Rita is a First Assistant and has worked at the Somerville Public Library for 55 years (the longest serving librarian at the Somerville Public Library!). Gregory has worked at the East Branch as a Library Page for almost 3 years.
We asked both Rita and Gregory some questions to help you get to know them better.
Rita
How long have you worked at the Somerville Public Library and have you had any other jobs here?
I've worked at the Somerville Public Library for 55 years in various departments and locations. I worked at the Union Square Library*,
the Ten Hills Library*, the Teele Square Library*, Central Library, and the West Branch. I've worked at the East Branch for 33 years.
What's your favorite memory of the Somerville Public Library?
I really enjoyed working with the kids at the Union Square Library. The library was a very small branch similar to the East Branch.
What types of books do you enjoy reading most?
I enjoy reading Fiction and Mysteries.
What do you wish people knew about the Somerville Public Library?
Everything is free!
If you weren't working at the library, what would you be doing instead?
I would be doing something with math like Accounting.
What do you do when you aren't working?
I enjoy relaxing at home.
*The Union Square Library, Ten Hills Library, and Teele Square Library no longer exist.
Gregory
What's your first memory of the Somerville Public Library?
I remember coming to the East Branch as a child, reading books, and Mrs. Rita.
What types of books do you enjoy reading most?
I generally prefer non-fiction along the lines of informative rather than historical books, but I also enjoy a good fantasy every now and then.
What might someone be surprised to know about you?
I don't like to toot my own horn but I am fairly good in the kitchen.
If you weren't working at the library, what would you be doing instead?
Since I only work at the library part time, I have the luxury of being able to pursue my passion for writing.
What do you do when you aren't working?
I like testing new recipes, reading, and I do play some video games as well.
If you visit
the East Branch, be sure to say hello to Rita & Gregory! They can also help you sign up for a library card, help reserve books, and answer any questions you have about the library.
