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DERBY - Sue Sherman, Children’s Librarian of Derby Public Library, was honored with the 2022 Faith Hektoen Lifetime Achievement Award at the annual CT Library Association Conference Awards Ceremony in May.
The Faith Hektoen Award, named for a beloved and innovative Children’s Librarian, is the highest award a CT Children’s Librarian can receive.
It was awarded to Sue for her outstanding contribution to the field of librarianship and her longtime work helping children and families utilize the services and resources of the Library through programming, collection development and a true commitment to serving the public.
Sue was nominated for the award by Derby Public Library Director Scott Brill (at right.)
Serving as Library Director since December, Scott stated that he “has witnessed first-hand Sue’s good work here at the Library, which also prompted universal glowing and enthusiastic praise from her colleagues, past and present.” In a library career that has spanned over 25 years, Sue Sherman has helped improve and enhance the lives of children, members of the community as well as her colleagues through the dedication, devotion, and delight she brings to her work as a caring and creative Children’s Librarian.
Congratulations "Miss Sue!"
This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.
