Spartanburg County Public Libraries
Neckala Leverne McBeth, MLIS, has extensive experience in library services, currently serving as the Middle Tyger Branch Librarian at Spartanburg County Public Libraries since August 2012, where responsibilities include overseeing branch operations and community engagement. Prior roles include Librarian at the Pacolet Branch and Reference Librarian II / Technology Education Coordinator, emphasizing management and staff training within the Reference Services Department. Neckala has also contributed as a part-time Reference Librarian at USC Upstate and an Adjunct Computer Technology Instructor at Spartanburg Community College. Educational credentials include a Master’s degree in Library and Information Science from the University of South Carolina and a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Limestone University, complemented by a Certificate in Reference Services from an ALA eCourse.
Spartanburg County Public Libraries
Spartanburg’s first Library opened in 1885, 128 years ago, on Morgan Square. The Headquarters and nine branch libraries including the Bookmobile, Home Delivery and the Libraries’ online digital library meet the informational and educational needs of the County through a comprehensive slate of services. Over 90% of Spartanburg County’s population lives within 5 miles of a public library; over 1.8 million items were checked‐out; 1.5 million patrons visited the Library for services including programs, meeting rooms and reader services; and 1.1 million patrons used the Library’s online digital resources. Our mission is: We inspire people to pursue lifelong learning for a thriving Spartanburg County.