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Town of Arlington Massachusetts - Vilahomat Named Arlington s Assistant Library Director 09 January 2024 ( news )
Town of Arlington , state Massachusetts ( By Press Release office)
Jan 09,2024
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Arlington Library Director , Anna Litten , is pleased to announce the appointment of Lara Vilahomat as the Town’s new Assistant Library Director . The Assistant Library Director performs professional , administrative , and supervisory work assisting the Director of Libraries in the direction , operation , and administration of the Robbins Library and the Fox Branch Library . This role aids in the development and implementation of the library’s long - range plan , policies and procedures . Lara Vilahomat began her role on December 4 , 2023 .
“We’re pleased Lara has accepted the position , ” said Litten . “Her extensive library programming and engagement experience will be welcome at the Town’s libraries and the Arlington community . ”
Before starting her role in Arlington , Vilahomat worked as the Head of Outreach and Community Experience at Framingham Public Library where she supervised programming and design staff , coordinated programming between both library branches , and guided community members in utilizing library resources . Prior to that Vilahomat worked as both the Collections and Community Librarians at the Sawyer Free Library in Gloucester , MA . There she spearheaded the social media team , designed marketing resources , implemented a library - wide weeding project to address a long - overlooked collection , and streamlined organizational systems .
“The staff of Arlington’s libraries is incredibly dedicated to serving the diverse needs of the community , ” said Vilahomat . “I am looking forward to creating inclusive and innovative programming , working with an enthusiastic and dynamic team , and connecting with Arlington’s library patrons . ”
Vilahomat holds a Master of Library Science from Texas Woman’s University and a Master of Arts in Medieval Literature from the University of York in England . She also has a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Oregon and serves as the Secretary of the Massachusetts Library Association Adult Programming Executive Board .
About Arlington’s Libraries
Arlington ' s public library system consists of the main Robbins Library in Arlington center and the Fox Branch Library in East Arlington . Library card holders also have borrowing privileges in neighboring communities , as Arlington is part of the Minuteman Library Network . The mission of the libraries is to be a vital resource . We create opportunities for lifelong learning , meaningful connection , and discovery for all . We offer outstanding collections and services to meet the evolving interests and needs of the Arlington community . The vision of the libraries is to be a trusted resource that empowers community members of all ages to learn , thrive , and create a vibrant Arlington . Learn more at
robbinslibrary . org
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