The Library Partnership is located at 912 NE 16th Avenue, Gainesville, Florida 32601 and staff can be reached by calling 352.334.0160.
Library Partnership Staff
Cherie Kelly – Resource Center Manager
Cherie.Kelly@pfsf.org
Cherie accepted the position as the Library Partnership Resource Center Manager in June 2016 and has enjoyed building connections with families in the Northeast community and strengthening programs to increase family protective factors. She joined Partnership for Strong Families in December 2009 after relocating to Gainesville to complete a clinical psychology internship. In her spare time, Cherie most enjoys spending time with her family, traveling and shopping.
Shandra Nichols – Family Support Facilitator
Shandra.Nichols@pfsf.org
Shandra began her employment with Partnership for Strong Families in July 2016 after accepting the Family Support Facilitator position at the Library Partnership. As the Family Support Facilitator, Shandra finds great pleasure in meeting and engaging families on a regular basis; assisting them with meeting their needs through onsite and community resources and by helping them identify their personal strengths and skills to be able to tap into their own resources. In her spare time, Shandra enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling, attending concerts and events, listening to music, and doing DIY projects.
Get Involved
Serve as a volunteer or intern – The Library Partnership is continually looking for volunteers and/or interns who are seeking to gain first-hand knowledge of our center and how we provide direct services to families. We are always in need of volunteers/interns who have experience in the areas of clerical/administrative, program development, event planning or community outreach functions. Please click here to complete an application in order to volunteer.
Serve on the Community Advocacy Council – Part of being a community resource center is involving the community in our planning and decision-making. We want the people who use the Library Partnership to guide the way. The council meets 5-6 times a year as needed. If you are interested, please join our Community Advisory Council. To join the Council, stop by the Library Partnership, call 352.334.0160 or email Shandra Nichols.
