Meet FCPL's September Library Limelight: Board Member Flo Valdes!

This month, we are so pleased to welcome Flo Valdes as FCPL’s new Board member representing District 2!

Originally from Miami, Florida, Flo offers a fresh perspective and a passion for community service to FCPL. Despite being new to the Library Board, Flo is already bringing lots of enthusiasm and is ready to make an impact. 

Flo's decision to join FCPL as a Board member comes from her deep-rooted commitment to community engagement. "Community service is a passion of mine," she explains. "I enjoy connecting with my fellow community members in meaningful ways." Flo views her position as an opportunity to support literacy, education, and access to information while influencing positive changes in the library system. She looks forward to getting to know the patrons and staff that make our system so exceptional.

When asked to describe the Board member role in five words, she replied, "Govern, advocate, budget, plan, oversee." Flo particularly enjoys witnessing first hand the impact of the library staff's hard work. "My favorite part is seeing the joy that stems from the countless hours our library staff dedicates to creating excellent programs for everyone," she shares. 

Outside of her Board duties, Flo is a proud mom who recently celebrated her daughter's graduation from Denmark High School! She also enjoys baking, crafting, and reading in her spare time. As an avid reader, Flo cites Pride and Prejudice as her favorite book, expressing a fondness for British romance novels. Her ideal reading spot? "Cozied up by a fire in the mountains surrounded by beautiful fall leaves," she muses. An interesting fact about Flo is her equestrian background, which she notes is somewhat unexpected for someone from Miami.

Flo also wants to share this heartfelt message: "I know I speak for the community when I say I am profoundly grateful to all the library staff for their dedication and hard work in making our library system truly outstanding. Thank you for all you do!"

With her enthusiasm and commitment to service, Flo Valdes promises to be a valuable addition to the Forsyth County Public Library Board and we look forward to seeing her contributions in the coming months and years.