Why I wanted to be a Library trustee:
I saw being a library trustee as an opportunity to serve an institution I grew up in. I've always appreciated the opportunities libraries provide to explore and learn about anything. My goal is to work with the staff and fellow trustees to keep our library a place where people of all ages want to go to learn and explore in Carol Stream.
What I love about Carol Stream:
I've lived in Carol Stream for over 30 years now. I love this town because there is a real volunteer spirit and civic pride that manifests itself in a multitude of events throughout the year-- Relay for Life, the Community Food Drive, the outstanding Fourth of July parade and the Summer Concert Series that are funded through donations, and a multitude of other events.
Besides being a Board member, I'm involved in the community in the following ways:
I've participated in Pond and Stream Sweeps and the Community Food Drive. Both have been rewarding experiences and have a lot of fellow residents helping out.
My favorite thing about our library:
I love how helpful the staff is. If I can't find a book on the shelf or if there's something that I need from another library, they are always friendly and willing to assist. My routine when I get to the library is finding a chair in the quiet zone and diving in to on a book or something I'm working on.
My all-time favorite things to read, watch, or listen to:
I enjoy books about history (especially about wars and Chicago), and politics (I am fascinated in elections and campaigns.) I'm a big movie buff and I'm always on the lookout for good TV shows.