Maria Pacheco, the illustrious Library Specialist at Sonoma County Library, has taken the art of cataloging and book-rescuing to a level that can only be described as bibliophilic brilliance. Residing in the charming town of Cotati, California, she has spent the last two years and five months transforming the library into a veritable haven for knowledge seekers. With her extraordinary ability to locate even the most obscure titles faster than you can say "Dewey Decimal," Maria is revered among patrons and staff alike.

Before diving into her library career, she honed her creative prowess as a self-employed videographer and photographer for over eleven years. Her work has graced various platforms, capturing life’s fleeting moments with unmatched flair—proof that she can not only organize books but also frame them beautifully!

A proud alumna of Sonoma State University, Maria balances her professional life with meaningful volunteer work at YWCA Sonoma County"s Domestic Violence Crisis Hotline. Her heart beats fiercely for social justice while still finding time to indulge in puppy playdates during her three-year tenure as a dog walker at Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA.

With an eye for detail and an undeniable charm that leaves everyone enchanted, Maria embodies what it means to be both a guardian of literature and an advocate for community welfare. Whether she"s orchestrating literary events or lending an empathetic ear on crisis calls, one thing is clear: when it comes to making a difference in Cotati—or anywhere else—Maria Pacheco is simply unparalleled!