Kelly Shesko, Master of Library & Information Science
Adult Services Supervisor
(856) 667-0300 option 2
kshesko@chplnj.org
Kelly joined the Adult Services Department in 2019. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from the University of Cincinnati and a Master of Library and Information Science degree from the University of Pittsburgh. She lived in four states and worked in six library systems before deciding to call Cherry Hill home.
Katherine Grady, Master of Library & Information Science
Adult Services Librarian
(856) 667-0300 option 2
chplref@chplnj.org
Katherine joined the Cherry Hill Public Library in 2024. She holds a BA in American Government from Georgetown University and holds a Masters of Information from Rutgers University. She enjoys romance novels, trivia, and cooking. In addition to previous positions in libraries, she formerly taught ballroom dance classes at comic and gaming conventions.
Joshua Greene, Master of Library & Information Science
Adult Services Librarian
(856) 667-0300 option 2
chplref@chplnj.org
Josh began his work at CHPL in 2018, first as an intern in the Adult Services Department, then as a Library Assistant in Tech Services, and currently as a Reference & Adult Services Librarian. He holds a BA in English from Montclair State University and an MLIS in Information & Library Science from Clarion University. He is professionally focused on Mental Health awareness, sustainability and social media marketing. His reading interests include Sci-Fi & Fantasy as well as speculative fiction.
Laura Stein, Master of Arts, Master of Library & Information Science
Adult Services Librarian
(856) 667-0300 option 2
chplref@chplnj.org
Laura holds a BA in Sociology from New Paltz and an MLIS from the Palmer School. She hails from New York, both rural and urban at different points. Laura minored in Archives Management and enjoys helping historical societies organize their collections. Graphic novels, satirical fiction, and comedian memoirs are always on rotation.
Elby Wang, Master of Arts, Master of Science in Library Science
Adult Services Librarian
(856) 667-0300 option 2
chplref@chplnj.org
Elby holds her MA in Education from the University of Kansas and MS in Library Science from Clarion University. In 2018, Elby was the recipient of the 2018 New Jersey Library Association’s Rising Star Award for her work toward creating our beloved ESOL learning program. In the same year, Elby and her hard-working volunteer ESOL instructors were named the recipients of the NJLA Service award for their exceptional service to a New Jersey library. If you enjoy a good mystery or are interested in our Foreign Language collection, visit Elby in the Reading Room.
Michelle Yeager, Master of Library & Information Science
Outreach Librarian
(856) 667-0300 option 2
outreach@chplnj.org
Michelle joined the Cherry Hill Public Library team in 2007 where she focused on Youth Services. In 2014, Michelle was the recipient of NJLA’s Amy Job Partnership Award for her work in facilitating a strong partnership between the Library and the Cherry Hill Public School District. Now Michelle can be found in the Adult Services Department where she concentrates on promoting equity and inclusion and looks for new ways to connect the community and the Library. Michelle holds a BA in English Literature from Rowan University and a Master of Library and Information Science from Rutgers University. Michelle’s favorite genres are narrative non-fiction and personal memoirs.
Amanda Zuccarelli, Master of Library & Information Science
Adult Services Librarian
(856) 667-0300 option 2
chplref@chplnj.org
Amanda holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from Rowan University and a Master of Library and Information Science degree from Clarion University. Amanda manages and coordinates various programs at the Cherry Hill Public Library including our monthly book club and Comic Con. If you enjoy reading adult fiction or graphic novels and love anything spooky or Halloween-inspired, ask for Amanda.
Joan C. Divor, Master of Library and Information Science
Part-time Adult Services Librarian
(856)667-0300 option 2
chplref@chplnj.org
Joan joined the CHPL Adult Services staff part-time in summer, 2021, having retired from 15+ years as Business Services Librarian at the Burlington County Library System. Her expertise includes training, business research and “lean” business tools. She was named a Library Journal Mover & Shaker in 2017. Joan’s prior career was in the private sector in corporate library management, market research and competitive intelligence.
She enjoys rowing, hiking, dancing, volunteering, plus having fun with friends and family.
Kim Laskey, Master of Library & Information Science
Part-Time Adult Services Librarian
(856) 667-0300 option 2
chplref@chplnj.org
During her time at the Cherry Hill Public Library, Kim has worked as a part-time librarian both in Youth Services and Reference. She is a retired school media specialist, she likes to travel, walk and eat out at fun restaurants. She particularly likes elevated bar food! A former resident of the Commonwealth of Virginia, she misses her mountains, but does appreciate being close to the beaches of South Jersey. She also likes the wonderful museums in Philadelphia. She roots for the Eagles when she is not rooting for The Washington Football Team!
Alison McKenzie, Master of Library & Information Science
Part-Time Adult Services Librarian
(856) 667-0300 option 2
chplref@chplnj.org
Alison began working part time at the Cherry Hill Public Library in Adult Services in 2023. She works full time as the school library media specialist at Joyce Kilmer Elementary School. She holds a BA in Communication from Rutgers University and Masters in Library Science from Drexel University. Alison enjoys baking, staying active, and watching Philadelphia sports. Go birds!
Kristin Redmond, Master of Library & Information Science
Part-Time Adult Services & Youth Services Librarian
(856) 667-0300 option 2
chplref@chplnj.org
Kristin began working at Cherry Hill Public Library in Adult Services in 2004. Since 2006 she has worked in the Youth Services department as well, running many children’s story times per month. She holds a Bachelor of Science from Drexel University and a Master of Library and Information Science from Rutgers University. Kristin coordinates the Needlework Guild meetings at the library in addition to story times. She especially enjoys Readers’ Advisory and matching people up with the right book.