Maggie Forbes

The Board of Directors at the Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall (ACFL&MH) is pleased to announce the hiring of a new Executive Director, Marlee Gallagher.  Ms. Gallagher’s predecessor, Maggie Forbes, is retiring after 20 years in the position. Joan Massella, President of the Board, said, “Maggie’s are the proverbial ‘big shoes to fill.’  … Read more

In just five weeks, our community stepped forward to secure a $50,000 challenge grant.

What and where is the Mezzanine? I’ve been hearing that a lot lately. The term “mezzanine” is most commonly used in theaters (the level between orchestra and balcony seating). However, I think the Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall has a spot-on name for the newest upgrade to its historic landmark facility. According to … Read more

The Library’s beloved “Miss JoLynne” is leaving the Carnegie Carnegie for a new position. JoLynne Dougherty’s departure may be the epitome of “bittersweet. We are happy that a wonderful opportunity with Carlynton School District has opened up for her. But all of us who have “Shaken our Sillies Out” with Miss JoLynne are a little … Read more

The grand opening of Library Park on April 23, 2022 began with highland piper Evan Burlew processing up the walkway and ended with the BGV’s concert on the piazza in front of the Music Hall steps.  In between hundreds of visitors young and old from near and far streamed up and down to enjoy crafts, … Read more