CONWAY — Conway Public Library Director David Smolen, 50, of Conway is leaving that position to become the new executive director of the Gibson Center for Senior Services in North Conway, effective Jan. 8, 2024.
Smolen has served on the Gibson board for four years. He will be replacing Gibson Center Executive Director Dr. Marianne Jackson, 72, of Madison, a former board member prior to becoming director. Now, she will go back to serving on the board.
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