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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Williamsburg Branch Turns Forty
April 8, 2019
Visitors to the Williamsburg Branch of the SDG Library were in a celebratory mood this past Saturday, April 6, as they commemorated two milestones; the 40th anniversary of the branch and 40 years of dedicated service from library employee, Beverley Richmire.
Well wishers from all over dropped by the branch to celebrate, enjoy a piece of cake, and share a story or two. The branch was buzzing from the time it opened until the time it closed.
And, while the overall mood was joyous, there was a bittersweet undertone, as the celebration also marked the upcoming retirement of Beverley, the long-time branch employee.
“Beverley has been with the branch from the start, when it opened in 1979 and before it was part of the SDG Library system” said Cheryl Servais, District Supervisor for SDG Library. “Although we are happy for Beverley to retire and enjoy her post library career, those who have met and worked with her will understand the hole her departure will leave for both patrons and colleagues.”
The Williamsburg Branch became the 19th branch of the Seaway Valley Library System (as it was known at that time) on April 8, 1979.
For more information on the SDG Library, please visit www.sdglibrary.ca or contact generalinfo@sdglibrary.ca or (613) 936-8777.
