Recharge Section

The Recharge Section focuses on the well-being of staff at every level and role, offering networking opportunities and addressing the challenges of the workplace.

Previously an independently-run organization, Recharge joined LACONI in 2024.

Reach out anytime: laconirecharge@gmail.com

Upcoming Programs

LACONI Recharge Library Tour Series: Harold Washington Library Center February 20, 2026

Past Programs

Serving Patrons in Unique Circumstances Part-2: Frontline Staff

LACONI Recharge Library Tour Series: Gerber/Hart Library & Leather Archives

LACONI Unconference 2025

Stronger Together: Networking Toward More Accessible Libraries 

Recharge & YSS: Youth Mental Health First Aid Training

Officers & Advisory Board

President
Sarah Jo Zaharako, Wilmette Public Library

President-Elect
Sarah Muskivitch, Niles-Maine District Library

Secretary Bill Ohms, Evanston Public Library

Treasurer
Rachael Bild, Skokie Public Library

Program Coordinator Ariana Haze, Des Plaines Public Library

Past President & Member at Large Allison Parker, Arlington Heights Memorial Library

Board Representatives

Donna Block, Bensenville Community Library District

Nikki Camp, Arlington Heights Memorial Library

Stuart Griner, Chicago Public Library

Marcy Juarez, Manhattan-Elwood Public Library

Athens Moreno, Carol Stream Public Library

Sarah Muskivitch, Niles-Maine District Library

Bill Ohms, Evanston Public Library

Lesley Rose, Joliet Public Library

Sydney Samoska, Palos Park Public Library

Kassy Trejo, Evanston Public Library

Parish Turner, Bensenville Community Library District

Jason VonGerichten, Eisenhower Public Library