Karen Hake Outstanding Bookmobile Librarian Award


Karen Hake had a rewarding fifty-year career as the bookmobile librarian at the Platte County Library System in Columbus, Nebraska. During her five decades of service as the bookmobile librarian, Karen made a meaningful impact in the lives of countless adults, children, and families. A long-time member and supporter of the Association of Bookmobile and Outreach Services, the ABOS Board of Directors established the Karen Hake Outstanding Bookmobile Librarian Award in recognition of Karen’s fifty years of exceptional service to the bookmobile profession.

Click here to learn more about Karen Hake’s fifty year history as the Bookmobile Librarian at the Platte County Library System.

Presented annually to a bookmobile manager, supervisor, or MLIS librarian in recognition of their continuous dedication and commitment to the bookmobile profession.


A complete nomination should include:

  • A description of how the nominee displays a passion for the bookmobile profession and how the nominee makes an impact in the community they serve through library bookmobile services. 
  • A description of why the nominee should be recognized for their continuous dedication and commitment to the bookmobile profession.
  • Two (2) letters of recommendation. 


    Winner receives complimentary conference registration to the ABOS Annual Conference in the year they are selected.

    One (1) Karen Hake Outstanding Bookmobile Librarian Award will be presented in 2024.

    Click here to submit your 2024 Karen Hake Outstanding Bookmobile Librarian Award nomination.

    Questions about the 2024 ABOS Awards Program can be directed to the ABOS Awards Committee.


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