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Laurie Needell is an experienced librarian with a focus on adult services and reference, currently serving as Librarian 2 at Finkelstein Memorial Library since September 2020. Prior to this role, Laurie held the position of Head of Adult Services/Adult Reference Librarian at Orangetown Library, where responsibilities included managing the adult collection, providing technical instruction, and facilitating outreach to elderly residents. Laurie's background also features co-founding the Nyack Seed Exchange, which involved establishing a seed library and managing its marketing. Earlier career experiences encompass freelance blogging for Tricia M Florals and business development at Black Hammer Productions, as well as roles in production art and desktop publishing dating back to 1990. Laurie's educational background includes a Master of Science in Information and Library Science from the University at Buffalo and a Bachelor of Arts in English from Binghamton University.