Presentation by ALA President Dr. Maria McCauley at the Simsbury Public Library

Simsbury Public Library · February 6, 2026

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Welcome and introductions

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Lisa Metelli, library director, opens the event, welcomes trustees, staff and local officials and introduces Holly McGrath and Dr. Maria McCauley; notes a luncheon will follow. Identifies Diana Eisley (board liaison) and First Selectwoman Wendy Mac Studis in the audience.

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Dr. Maria McCauley, president of the American Library Association, visited Simsbury Public Library for a public talk focused on the role of libraries in community life, intellectual freedom, digital equity, and local programming. The event included an introduction by Holly McGrath, audience Q&A, and a brief appeal from local community media.

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