Meet our Staff
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Nyama Y. Reed, Library Director
Hello, I'm Nyama, your Library Director. Joining the Whitefish Bay Public Library team in 2014 was one of the best decisions I ever made. The community support of WFBPL is tremendous and uplifting. I love meeting patrons, supporting the Library team in serving the community, and making a difference in people's lives. Feel free to contact me or stop by my office any time with questions, comments, or just to say Hello.
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Theresa Hoge, Head of Circulation Services
I re-joined the staff at the Whitefish Bay Public Library in August of 2018 as the Head of Circulation Services. From 2008 through 2013, I enjoyed working with our patrons as a Circulation Assistant. My family and I have been avid users and supporters of the Whitefish Bay Library during the 25+ years we’ve lived in this community. A few of my favorite books include ‘The Night Circus’ by Erin Morgenstern, ‘The Shadow of the Wind’ by Carlos Ruiz Zafon, and ‘A constellation of vital phenomena’ by Anthony Marra. I’m also a big fan of all of the Harry Potter books by JK Rowling , and also science fiction series by authors such as Patrick Rothfuss, George R.R. Martin, and Michael J. Sullivan.
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Scott Lenski, Head of Adult Services
I’ve been at the Whitefish Bay Public Library since 2012. I plan most of the adult programming, update the website and do the library’s social media. I love to read a little bit of everything, from literary fiction to mystery, and sci-fi to nonfiction books about science. Some of my favorite authors are John Irving, Dennis Lehane, Tana French, Meg Wolitzer, and John Scalzi.
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Katie Kiekhaefer, Head of Youth Services
I’ve been the Head of Youth Services at the Whitefish Bay Public Library since 2013, but I've been passionate about youth services since a summer spent working at my hometown library with my childhood librarians after college. My favorite aspects of being a youth services librarian are connecting with kids and their families and caregivers, advocating for each child’s reading interests, and creating fun, educational, and innovative programming for all ages. While most of my time is spent reading children’s and young adult literature, I also try to sneak some adult non-fiction, and if I'm not reading, I love listening to music and watching sports.
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Ina Margulis, Adult Services Librarian
I joined WFB Library in 1999 and worked in a variety of positions since then. Now I work mainly on the Adult Reference Deskand one of my favorite activities is ordering for the Adult DVD collection and AudioBooks. I also enjoy reading fiction and being a grandma. Some of my favorite authors are Michael Chabon, Tana French, and Elena Ferrante. Always a pleasure to see you in our Library!
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Valerie Morris, Youth Services Librarian
I have been at the Whitefish Bay Public Library since March of 2012. Starting my position at this library was a dream come true and my first since finishing my master’s degree in library science in 2001. My joy is in doing storytime and planning arts and science programs for kids. I, of course, enjoy reading as much as my time allows, mostly historical, fantasy/sci-fi, realistic, and classic fiction. Occasionally, I actually get to read a grownup book however most of my reading is children’s and young adult books. When not reading, I enjoy travelling and exploring with my family.
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Sharon Nagel, Adult Services Librarian
I’m Sharon, and I joined the Whitefish Bay Library in 2018 as an intern. I graduated with my MLIS from UWM in 2020. I am currently a Reference Librarian in Adult Services. Before that I worked as an independent bookseller for 10 years. I am also the co-author of the Shady Hollow mystery series. I write this series with my writing partner, Jocelyn Cole. We publish under the pseudonym of Juneau Black. In my spare time I like to read and travel with my husband.
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Eva Hong, Reference Assistant
I am so pleased to be a part of the reference team here at the Whitefish Bay Public Library. My family moved to Bay about two years ago and we love this community. Riding my bike, watching tennis, and spending time in the Wisconsin Northwoods with family are my favorite pastimes. I have an M.S. in Health Promotion with a background as a health educator and training specialist. Non-fiction books focusing on health, cooking, art, and interior design are my favorite. I like all kinds of fiction both new, but especially old. Come by Adult Services and it’ll be my pleasure to help.
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Liza Glowacki, Youth Services Reference Assistant
I’m Liza and I am so happy to be joining the Whitefish bay library team as the Reference Assistant to Youth Services. I moved to Milwaukee from Texas a couple years ago and I can’t wait to meet more families in this wonderful community and assist both youth and adults in finding new reading materials. I recently graduated from UWM with an Economics Degree and love learning about Economic Development and Environmental Economics. On my off time I enjoy weightlifting, hanging out with my kids, and my giant dog Murphy as well as finding some time to read some books for my enjoyment. I love science fiction, historical fiction, and biographies. Stop by and say hello!
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Part Time Staff of the Whitefish Bay Public Library
Kathy, Circulation Assistant – Team member since 2012
Renee, Circulation Assistant – Team member since 2014
Sheila, Circulation Assistant -- Team member since 2018
Betty, Circulation Assistant – Team member since 2020
Lisa, Circulation Assistant – Team member since 2020
Mary, Circulation Assistant - Team member since 2020
Megan, Circulation Assistant- Team member since 2021
Emma, Circulation Assistant- Team member since 2021
Su, Circulation Assistant- Team member since 2022