Library Limelight: Cathy Fenton, Collection Support Aide, Hampton Park Library

Library Limelight is intended to be a quick read to help FCPL patrons get to know our librarians and staff.  We hope you enjoy learning about the people who make our libraries great!

Cathy Fenton
Collection Support Aide
Hampton Park Library

Where is your hometown?

I was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, I but grew up in Atlanta, Georgia.

How long have you been at FCPL?

Since May 2010

What other jobs have you had at FCPL?

Shelving Volunteer

Why did you choose to work in a library?

I spent a lot of time in public libraries while homeschooling my son and really enjoyed the atmosphere! 

Describe your job in five words or less.

Serving patrons in practical ways

What is unique about your job?

You can get to know the library collection very well.

What is your favorite part of your job?

Fulfillment from doing my part of keeping the library in order.

What’s the most interesting place you’ve lived or traveled?

A vacation to Canada

What are your hobbies?

Puzzles (word and jigsaw), Reading, Crafts, Bargain Shopping

What are you reading right now?

The Limpopo Academy of Private Detection by Alexander McCall Smith

Paper books or eBooks?

Paper books

Is there anything else you’d like to share?

Being a significant part of FCPL is a dream come true for me!