The search committee which was tasked to find a new director of the Talbot County Free Library was given a very tall order a few months ago. Former Director Robert Horvath had guided the highly-regarded public library system of Talbot County for many years, as well as being the president of the Norman Rockwell Museum, and a celebrated aviation artist. His tenure had created a very high standard indeed for all who would fall him in the position.
Nonetheless, the committee pressed on, and this summer announced that Dana Newman, who was second in command for all of Anne Arundel County’s public libraries, would be a worthy successor. And for those who have met the new director, it seems like a perfect fit.
In her first interview with the Spy, Dana, a Texas native, talks about the role of Talbot County libraries in the 21st Century, the use of technology, and the extraordinary contributions that are made every day by a small staff and the active support of volunteers to ensure that the TCFL continues to fulfill its responsibilities to the citizens of Talbot County.
This video is approximately five minutes in length
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