Find out what's happening in the Outreach Department at the Westerville Public Library.

1. January/February 2013
The Outreach
PATRON SPOTLIGHT - Don Gabriel
Don Gabriel, radio announcer, service station owner, public rela-
tions director, manager, security guard, restaurant owner, husband
and father. What an interesting interview we had with Don Gabriel.
Born in Clarksburg, WV, Don’s family later moved to Columbus. He
graduated from North High School and then went to the Ohio State
University for two years until he was drafted into the army. On his
first day at OSU, he met his lovely wife, Jean. They were married in
1944 and had 68 wonderful years together. They had three sons and
three grandchildren.
While at OSU, Don started his radio career as an announcer at
WOSU. Shortly afterwards, he began announcing at WIZE in Spring-
field. What he remembers most about his job at WIZE is when he cut
off the famous Father Flanagan (the father of Boys Town) when his
speech ran over the allotted time slot. Fortunately Don had an under-
standing boss who just explained to Don the error of his ways.
After being drafted into the 809th tank division, Don also did announc-
ing for a GI radio station in Munster, Germany. After returning to the
states, he began an illustrious career at Cleveland’s WJW, hosting such
radio shows as “Don’s Early Light” and “Wigwam Warm-up.” While in
Cleveland, he met such celebrities as Eileen
Heckart, Maureen O’Hara, Tony Bennett , Perry Co-
mo and Soupy Sales (with whom he was good
friends). Don took a break from radio announcing
for several years but eventually returned to the ca-
reer he loved in the 1990’s, announcing at
Marysville’s WUCO until it closed its doors.
Don liked to keep busy and even when he was-
n’t on radio, he had several other successful ca-
reers. For ten years he owned an Italian restaurant
in Hilliard called Don Gino’s named after himself
and his wife. He actually “retired” twice, both from Don Gabriel, Radio Announcer
Extraordinaire
the Shaker Square Company where he was
manager for 23 years and again from Roxanne Laboratories after work-
ing there 17 years as a security guard.
What an interesting interview we had with Don Gabriel. We only
wish we had more time for him to share his stories and to get to know
him even better.

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We would like to thank everyone for their kind
donations to the Outreach department. The response
has been overwhelming and very much appreciated.
We are now well on our way to purchasing a new van
and hope to see you on the road in the first of the new
year.
Thank you again for your generosity.
Sincerely,
Westerville Public Library Outreach
Did You Know?
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is an agency created to
educate and keep American consumers safe from various misfortunes
such as fraud, deception, and unfair business practices. They can also
conduct investigations and in some cases enforce law to ensure consumer
safety.
Through a partnership between the Public Library Association and
the FTC, the Westerville Public Library is now able to provide our
patrons with a packet of useful information to educate consumers. These
resources deal with debt, identity theft, avoiding scams and money
managing. And, best of all, the packet is free (materials are also available
in Spanish).
If interested, please let an Outreach associate know so we can order
it for you.

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~Upcoming Events ~
January 12– Via Colori. Calling all artists! Be part of the
centuries old tradition in which many artists work on a
large scale mural. Join us in helping us make a mural
here at the library. 126 S. State St. As part of the 2013 Year
of the Arts.
January 15– Cookbook Club. Take home the book of the
month and explore recipes at your own pace. Then sign up
to make your favorite and enjoy with others!
January 19– Jazz and Prohibition. Jazz has been called
music of the Prohibition, but have you ever wondered how
the prohibition movement affected Jazz as a musical genre?
Come visit and discover!
February 28– Between the Wines Book club. Enjoy a capti-
vating mystery paired with a great wine at this unique book
club. Hosted at Meza Wine Shop. 48 N. State St. in Uptown.
DON’T LOSE YOUR SPOT! Register today by calling the
library at 614-882-7277 ext. 5004.

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Presenting: Staff Picks
JULIE……………………The Lord is My Shepherd by Debbie Viguie
Church secretary Cindy stumbles across a dead body in the
sanctuary while preparing for Easter service and enlists her
friend Rabbi Silverman to help her uncover the truth.
The Green Mile (1999, R)
HEATHER……………………..Bloodline by Felix Francis
When horse race caller Mark notices his jockey twin sister
come in second he suspects a fixed race. After confronting her
she turns up dead soon after from apparent suicide. Or was it?
The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2012, PG-13)
ELLYN………………………………On Agate Hill by Lee Smith
Raised in post-Civil War South, young orphan Molly Petree
intends to live life to the fullest and is given the chance when a
mysterious benefactor arises from her father's past. As an old
woman, Molly looks back upon her youth and returns to the
farm on Agate Hill.
Muriel’s Wedding (1994, R)
MARIE……………………………The Magicians by Lev Grossman
In school, Quentin became occupied with a series of books
based on magic. Upon graduating he makes a startling
discovery, magic is real! But it comes at a price and is much
darker than what he imagined.
Harvey (1950, NR)
THOMAS…………………………The Cutting Season by Attica Locke
When the body of a woman is found at Belle Vie, the estate’s
manager, Caren, launches her own investigation into Belle Vie’s
history and discovers a centuries old mystery involving slave
quarters and her own past.
Prometheus (2012, R)