The Director's Chair

ELPL has welcomed Christiane H. Evaskis-Garrett to the position of interim director. The Library Board of Trustees unanimously extended the offer at their regular board meeting on July 16. Evaskis-Garrett will officially begin her new role on Monday, July 28. She has worked as the Collections Team Leader at ELPL for the past 20 months.

Evaskis-Garrett brings over a decade of dynamic leadership and expertise in library and library-adjacent services to her new role. With a Master of Science in Information from the University of Michigan and a background spanning all aspects of librarianship, Evaskis-Garrett has consistently demonstrated a commitment to fostering community engagement and innovation. Most recently, she served as Collections Team Leader at ELPL, where she oversaw diverse collections, managed budgets, and contributed to outreach initiatives. Her prior roles at Jackson District Library and ProQuest/Ex Libris highlight her ability to bridge technical expertise with public service, ensuring equitable access to resources. A dedicated advocate for libraries, Evaskis-Garrett has held leadership and volunteer positions for the Michigan Archival Association and Michigan Library Association. Her vision for ELPL centers on collaboration, inclusivity, and empowering the community through lifelong learning.