This Tucson librarian grew up with little access to books, but today she helps community members take advantage of Pima County's many resources.
Sharon Yang Special to the Arizona Daily Star When I grew up, books were scarce because I lived in a small village in the Chinese countryside. In place of books, we had storytellers who told us stories after dinner, when children gathered around to listen to a neighbor who related all kinds of interesting tales. I still don’t know where all those stories came from, but we all listened, wide-eyed and attentive.
People are also reading… The first library I worked at was Himmel Park Library, which has a unique community. People asked for a wide range of books, and college students came to use our resources or reserve space for activities. New immigrants from all over the world came to ask about learning English. We started the first English Language classes in the system. We were lucky to have a retired professor volunteer to be an informal instructor.
Inclusion is a key element of our society, as well as in the library system, and it is what makes this country strong. Being a Chinese immigrant, I am aware how different cultures collide, but we embrace the differences and respect others. Each of us is unique in different ways. Yet, we embrace the same values of truth, kindness and beauty.
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