Simsbury Announces New Library Director

Submitted release 

The Town of Simsbury announced Tuesday the appointment of Lisa Karim as the next Director of the Simsbury Public Library.  First Selectman Mary Glassman and Library Board of Trustees Chairman Marianne O’Neil made the announcement and expressed their pleasure with the choice. “We believe Lisa’s experience and background will be a perfect match for the Simsbury Public Library,” said Marianne O’Neil.  “We are thrilled to welcome her.” 

The Town’s current library director, Susan Bullock, announced earlier this year that she will be retiring at the end of June.  The Town conducted an extensive recruitment process for her replacement which included a nationwide search and three rounds of interviews. 

“There were many excellent candidates but Lisa really stood out as someone who can build upon the successes we’ve already experienced under Sue’s leadership,” said Mary Glassman.  “The library is one of the treasures of this town and we thank Sue for her dedicated service over the past 17 years and we wish her a healthy and happy retirement.”

Ms. Karim has served for 18 years as director of the LaGrange Association Library in Poughkeepsie, New York.  She plans to enhance the Simsbury’s existing roster of programs and to continue to offer events that engage the library, its staff and customers with the community. 

“I’m excited to be joining the team in Simsbury” she said.  “This is a tremendous opportunity as the Simsbury Public Library is clearly a cornerstone of its community. With input from patrons, staff and community members, I hope to enhance the library’s already significant role as a vital resource for residents.   I’m very much looking forward to the challenge of guiding the Simsbury Library into the future.”

Ms. Karim received both her Bachelor’s and her Master’s degrees from the State University of New York at Albany, and received a Public Library Administration certificate from Long Island University.

The Simsbury Public Library is located at 725 Hopmeadow Street.  Information is available at www.simsburylibrary.info or by calling (860)-658