WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. – The James V. Brown Library, 19 E. Fourth St., Board of Trustees is announcing the upcoming transition of Life Trustee, Gloria Z. Greevy, to Emeritus Trustee status and is inviting interested community members to apply to serve on the Board.
Gloria Greevy has served the Library with extraordinary dedication, leadership, and advocacy for more than a decade. During her tenure, she played an instrumental role in guiding the organization through some of the most pivotal moments in its history, including the COVID-19 pandemic and significant community challenges surrounding intellectual freedom and access to information.
In 2021, Greevy was awarded the prestigious Carile Brown Award in recognition of her dedication and leadership during the pandemic. The award specifically honored her efforts to help keep staff employed and engaged during temporary closures, as well as her steadfast support during a public censorship challenge that ultimately led to the Library being named Pennsylvania Library Association’s Library of the Year.
As a retired educator with decades of experience in the Williamsport Area School District, Greevy also brought extensive volunteer and community leadership experience to the Board, including service with numerous local nonprofit and civic organizations.
“Gloria’s passion for the Library and for this community has left a lasting impact on our organization,” said Brette Confair, President of the James V. Brown Library Board of Trustees. “Her leadership, especially during times of uncertainty, helped ensure the Library remained a strong and welcoming resource for our community.”
Confair added, “Our Board’s desire to reflect the community we serve while also honoring the wishes of James V. Brown makes the search for a new trustee a priority.”
The Board is now seeking community-minded individuals interested in helping guide the future of the James V. Brown Library. The Library’s Board of Trustees plays a vital role in supporting the organization’s mission, strategic direction, advocacy efforts, and long-term sustainability.
Interested parties can learn more and submit an application online at:
https://jvbrown.edu/board-and-leadership/
Applications will be reviewed by the Board of Trustees as part of the selection process.
The James V. Brown Library is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday; and 9a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. To place a hold, visit www.jvbrown.edu or call 570-326-0536 during the library’s operating hours.
The James V. Brown Library, 19 E. Fourth St., Williamsport, Pa., is inspiring today, and shaping tomorrow. Founded in June 1907, the library champions the love of reading, opens new doors to lifelong learning, provides a haven to those who seek and ensures the preservation of public library services for future generations. A member of the Lycoming County Library System, the James V. Brown Library participates in PA Forward, a statewide initiative to promote literacies in our communities to power a better future for everyone.