Dexter, Missouri - Named the 2019 Keller Library "Friend of the Year" at Saturday night's Annual Dinner was long-time patron Erin Brown. Brown was credited for her continual contribution of the library fashion show and always supporting local community, especially the downtown area.
Presenting the annual award to Brown is Keller Public Library Director Pam Trammell.
Trammell introduced the 2019 Friend of the Year....this is what she had to say, "When the friends of the library consider their friend of the year each spring, they look for certain qualities. They look for the unique. The genuine artifact. The one of a kind. The finely crafted. The beauty of a big heart and a generous spirit. The story behind the person. This year’s friend possesses all of these attributes, and can surely teach each and every one of us how to be a friend. In our community she has worked with a passion to bring beauty and vitality to Dexter’s downtown through her lovely gift gallery which is a destination for those near and far. They come to her shop for the treasures they find to take home or present to others, and they come to her shop for the treasure they find in her friendship. They not only leave with beautifully wrapped merchandise, they leave with their heart and their soul gift-wrapped in her care, for she is always a concerned and patient listener, warm advisor, and positive encourager. And that is just what she has been for the library. Since the early days of the Friends of the Library fashion show, she has given the gift of herself to the cause of supporting the library. Generously helping however she could. She graciously used her many resources to bring the latest fashions, wonderful gifts, door prizes, and attendees to the event. Never saying no. Always a yes. Always easy to work with. Always bringing her one of a kind ideas with a flair for the beautiful. Always working to make our community and our library a better place. She does so much for so many, in ways we can see, and we’re certain in ways that we will never know, for it is not the praise she seeks. But tonight we want to reflect a little bit of that goodness back to her. She likes objects which she says “speak to her”.
She was presented a plaque as well as a bouquet courtesy of Locust Street Flowers.
Pictured with Erin is the president of the Friends of the Library board, Adrienne White.
Photo provided
Dexter, Missouri - The Keller Public Library will have their annual book sale on Saturday, November 17, 2018 between 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Everyone loves books! They also make great Christmas gifts and stocking stuffers.
Dexter, Missouri - Keller Public Library along with the Missouri Job Center will host an event at the library on Friday, February 2nd from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Job seekers: Looking for a job or a career change? They can help!
+ Develop a professional resume
+ Measure and certify your skills
+ Learn about open jobs in your area and complete an online job search
+ Learn about No Cost workshops that will help you develop your skills
+ Find out about tuition assistance that you may be eligible for
Employers: Looking for qualified staff? We can help!
+ Learn how we can promote your job openings
+ Learn how we can recruit for your job opening or host a hiring event
+ Learn about the variety of services the job center can provide
Dexter, Missouri - The Keller Public Library will be the home of the MINGO Photo Contest winning photos exhibit through the month of December.
Photos feature native wildlife and plants, and people in nature. The photos show the considerable photographic talent of youth and adults in southeast Missouri.
Winter is a special time to visit Mingo National Wildlife Refuge.
Waterfowl continue to arrive on the refuge.
The resident eagles are hanging around their nests, with eagles from the north adding to their numbers.
Deer are more easily seen in the winter.
The refuge is open from daylight to nightfall every day.
The Visitor Center Wildlife with its natural history exhibits is open weekdays from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm during the winter months.
