Winners of the Northeast Ohio Regional Library System (NEO-RLS) 2025 Star Awards
Please help us congratulate our Technical Services and Circulation Supervisor, Charlene Helsel-Kather (Charlie) and Head Youth Services Assistant, Dana Tirabassi. Charlie is the recipient of the 2025 Northeast Ohio Regional Library System (NEO-RLS) Super Star Award. The Super Star Award recognizes exceptional contributions made by library employees with more than 20 years of service in Northeast Ohio, enriching both the libraries and the communities they serve. Dana is the recipient of the 2025 NEO-RLS Shooting Star Award which recognizes exceptional contributions made by library employees with 5-20 years of service in Northeast Ohio, enriching both the libraries and the communities they serve.
"With great pleasure I acknowledge the positive impact that Charlene has made on Hubbard Public Library services and customer service. This award is a tribute to her unwavering dedication for ensuring our patrons receive the best materials and resources in the quickest possible manner. Her eye for detail, analytical mind, and passion for efficiency is unmatched. Charlene, your purposeful commitment to Hubbard Public Library patrons and services is deeply appreciated." - Lorena Stearns, Library Director
"Dana’s talent, creativity, and heart for children’s library services cannot be contained in the four walls of the Children’s Room of Hubbard Public Library. Her radiant influence spills over in programming, outreach, and among her coworkers. This award is well-deserved, and it is with great honor and gratitude that I am delighted to recognize her contributions to Hubbard Public Library, children’s literacy, and the library profession. Thank you, Dana, for bringing your best and inspiring the best in those around you." - Lorena Stearns, Library Director
