Administrative Staff

Library Director

Patty Podzikowski

Email: Contact Form | Phone: 313-943-2817

Since 1999, Patty has worn many hats at the library, growing her career from Children's Librarian and Cataloger to Supervisor of Adult Services and Assistant Library Director of Operations. Armed with a Bachelor's from Madonna University and a Master of Library Science from Wayne State University, Patty has consistently gone above and beyond throughout her career. Her ultimate mission is to foster a welcoming environment and provide outstanding support for the entire community.

Assistant Director of Programs & Services

Rebecca Hermen

Email: Contact Form | Phone: 313-943-2089

Rebecca has been with the Dearborn Public Library since 1997. She has filled many roles, starting as an Assistant Librarian and having served as a Children's Librarian, Youth Services Supervisor and Adult Services Supervisor. Rebecca was heavily involved with the establishment of the SparkLab and the LendingLab.

Rebecca is an almost lifelong Dearborn resident and graduate of the Dearborn Public Schools. She has a BA in History from Hope College and an MILS from the University of Michigan. She loves learning and continues to take workshops and classes to improve her skills.

She has brought creativity and a learning-by-doing attitude to all her endeavors at the Dearborn Public Library.