STAFF

ELLEN BARSELLE
​Library Director

Bio

ELLIE BROWN
​Assistant Librarian

Ellie is from the Adirondack mountains of NY and has been living in Bradford since 2017. She worked at libraries during high school and college, and spent many years working as a farmer/educator. She is also a potter and a co-founder of the Kawasiwajo Community Land Trust. In her free time she enjoys canoeing, swimming, skiing, doing basketry and fiber arts, and spending time with her husband, Alden and cat, Tilly.

LAURIE BUCHAR
Children's Librarian

Laurie has had a long career doing what she loves best…reading with kids.  Graduate of Yale University (BA)  and Simmons (MLIS), she spent 25 years working for the Kearsarge School District and has worked at Brown Memorial in her semi-retirement since 2010.  All ages are welcome at her story time on Mondays at 10 am where she hopes you will feel young at heart.

PATTY FURNESS
​Library Aide

Patty has wandered many paths in life--a career in veterinary medicine, a nurse, a wildlife naturalist and rehab volunteer-- always amongst books. Migrating to Bradford in 2006, she discovered BML and eagerly became involved as a patron and then a Trustee. She takes delight in our fabulous and knowledgeable staff, connecting with seekers of a good read or place of refuge, children's voices and being a part of this hub of activity and discovery. Patty also enjoy hiking with her dogs, kayaking, cooking and sharing with friends and family, Blues and alternative music, and scary stories around a campfire.

CONNIE SCHEFFY
Library Aide

Connie’s love of libraries began when she was ten when her grandmother joined with a small group of women to establish the first public library in the village of Mahopac, New York.  Connie has loved reading, books and libraries ever since.  She volunteered summers with her grandmother’s new library; worked at the University of Kansas library; and served as a trustee of BML for nine years.  She is dedicated to making the Library a friendly and inviting place. She is a voracious reader in a wide variety of genres and gives a warm and friendly welcome to all who come through the door. 

SETH BENOWITZ
Library Aide

Seth was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY. He has earned B.A. and M.Ed. degrees. After working in several different fields, Seth had a 25 year career in data management. Now retired, he enjoys woodworking, bicycling, and reading. Upon moving to Bradford in 2005, Seth immediately enrolled at the Brown Memorial Library and it has become his favorite spot to hang out.