On May 12, 2009, six librarians were awarded Certificates of Public Librarianship at the Vermont Library Conference.

The Vermont Department of Libraries established a Public Library Certification Program primarily for people without formal library training directing Vermont's public libraries. Other library staff may also pursue certification as workshop space allows. To earn a Certificate of Public Librarianship participants must successfully complete 150 credits by taking workshops offered by the Department of Libraries or by taking approved courses relating to public library service provided by other organizations, institutions, or agencies.

The Department congratulates all of the 2009 certificate recipients for all of their hard work and dedication.

They are:

• Tammy Hunt, Brown Public Library, Northfield
• Carolyn Meagher, Hancock Free Library
• Linda Reeves, Gilbert Hart Library, Wallingford
• Betsy Smith, formerly of the Peacham Public Library
• Kristine Sweeter, Whitingham Free Public Library
• Dawn Thibault, Russell Memorial Library, Monkton