Megan Walters
Megan WaltersLibrary Director
484-730-6481
With Kennett Library Since: 2017
Favorite Book: Pegasus in Flight by Anne McCaffrey
Favorite Movie: White Christmas
About Me: I enjoy travel, trilogies, and trivia. My ultimate goal in life is to visit as many countries as I can, especially the microstates! I excel at bad jokes and probably if you talk to me you’ll find that out fairly quickly.
John Catlett
John CatlettPrograms & Social Media Coordinator
610-444-2702 ext. 102
With Kennett Library since: 2020
Favorite Book: And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie
Favorite Movie: Bram Stoker’s Dracula or Cinema Paradiso
About me: I’m a veteran ESL/Spanish teacher (15 years) and engagement specialist who enjoys connecting with the community as well as connecting the community to resources. I geek out with board games, puzzles, quizzo, and escape rooms. Despite this, you’ll mostly find me outdoors either hiking, gardening, or chilling in the yard with my cats. Si Ud. necesita ayuda con algo, le puedo ayudar.
Filomena Elliott
Filomena ElliottAdult Literacy Director
610-444-2702 ext. 110
With Kennett Library since: 2015
Favorite Book: Les Miserables by Victor Hugo & any historical novel
Favorite Movie: Forrest Gump
About me: Besides reading, cooking and hiking, I love to travel and learn about new places and cultures.
Laura Florence
Collections Development Coordinator
With Kennett Library Since: 2016
Favorite Book: any title by Sylvia Townsend Warner
Favorite Movie: Beauty and the Beast by Jean Cocteau
About me: I love being part of the Kennett Library staff and the Kennett Square community! I enjoy walking my dog through the lovely streets in town. If you see me on such a walk or sitting in the sun reading a book on the bench by the library – come say hi! I look forward to meeting you!
John Hendrix
John HendrixChildren’s Services
With Kennett Library since: 2002
Favorite Book: Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, Count of Monte Cristo
Favorite Movie: Star Wars A New Hope, Shawshank Redemption
About Me: Star Wars A New Hope, Shawshank Redemption
About Me: I served in the US Army (1990-1994) and was a veteran of Operation Desert Storm, graduated from West Chester University (BSED), my favorite pastime is reading and listening about documentaries about History. I enjoy spending time with my family and have a goal to be able to visit all 50 states.
Debbie Kellar
Debbie KellarCirculation Manager and Interlibrary Loan
610-444-2702 ext. 106
With Kennett Library since: 2008
Favorite Book: The Glass Castle by Jeanette Walls
Favorite Movie: The Notebook
About Me: I enjoy spending time with family, long walks, animals, gardening, and antiques.
Lupe Ruiz
Lupe RuizAdult Literacy Program Assistant
With Kennett Library since: 2005
Favorite Book: Every book I read becomes my favorite.
Favorite Movie: Apocalypto, among others
About Me: I am curious about the past so I like history and love Greek mythology!
Paul Sapko
Paul SapkoReference/Circulation Desk Librarian
With Kennett Library since: 2008
Favorite Book: The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien
Favorite Movie: The Great Escape
About me: When I’m not working, I like to spend time with my family. Besides reading, my favorite leisure activities include playing guitar, listening to classic rock, and hiking.
Marilyn Truell
Marilyn TruellTechnical Services/Development Assistant
With Kennett Library since: 2021
Favorite Book: “The Girl Before” by J. P. DeLaney and “Street Shadows: A Memoir of Race, Rebellion and Redemption” by Jerald Walker
Favorite Movie/Series: Schools Daze and Airheads/Lovecraft Country and Black Monday
About me: I’m an artist of several mediums and I love anything involving creativity and expression. I enjoy spending time on the beach (preferably at midnight under the stars 😊), travelling, learning about/exploring different cultures and spending time with family.
Jen Blab
Circulation Assistant
With Kennett Library Since: 2018
Favorite Book: My Ántonia by Willa Cather
Favorite Movie: When Harry Met Sally
About me: I’m an avid reader & I love going to author readings as often as I can. I also enjoy good old-fashioned letter-writing & spending time with my family. I’m excited to be a part of the Kennett Library staff!
Madelyn Bowling
Madelyn BowlingCirculation Assistant
With Kennett Library Since: 2020
Favorite Book: Buried Secrets by Irene Hannon
Favorite Movie: The Lord of the Rings or Captain America: The First Avenger
About Me: I am currently studying English and Writing in Liberty University’s Online program as a freshman. I enjoy reading, writing, singing, and being in nature. I love being with my family, friends, and playing with my pets. I am a growing Christian and I hope to learn more!
Anna Linn
Anna LinnLibrary Assistant
With Kennett Library Since: 2017
Favorite Book: Pillars of the Earth
Favorite Movie: Christmas Story
About Me: I enjoy visiting new places, gardening, crossword puzzles, time with family, & curling up with a good book.
Gaby McKelligan
Gaby McKelliganLibrary Assistant
With Kennett Library Since: 2019
Favorite Book: Call me by your name by Andre Aciman
Favorite Movie: The Painted Veil
About me: My favorite thing about living in USA is the access to wonderful libraries. I’m a romance reading advocate and a very inexperienced parent. Si habla español puedo ayudarle.
Amanda Murphy
Amanda MurphyCirculation Assistant
With Kennett Library Since: 2020
Favorite Book: Anything by Gillian Flynn or Kiese Laymon
Favorite Movie: V For Vendetta
About me: I’m a writer fond of fire trucks, yoga mats, and a strong cup of matcha. I’m a student at Vermont College of Fine Arts, working towards an MFA in Creative Nonfiction. Other than reading and writing, some of my favorite things to do are hiking and kayaking with people I love.
Dan Pennacchia
Dan PennacchiaProgramming Assistant
With Kennett Library Since: 2018
Favorite Book: To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee
Favorite Movie: Jurassic Park
About Me: I’m immersed in nerd culture, from comics to games and so much more. I love sharing my passions and hobbies with those around me, and have a blast doing so through a number of library programs.
Andrea Rios
Andrea RiosCirculation Assistant
With Kennett Library Since: 2020
Favorite Book: Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard
Favorite Movie: Jupiter Ascending
About me: I am currently a senior at Kennett High School. I plan to study psychology next year to work in social or community psychology in the future. I enjoy reading, drawing and listening to music.