In order to keep the library a safe and welcoming place for all, patrons must maintain necessary and proper standards of behavior while using the library. Patrons are expected to:
- Respect others.
- Keep conversations and all electronic equipment (computers, music players, cell phones, etc.) at a low volume that doesn’t disturb others.
- Respect other patrons’ privacy and their right to use the library.
- Use appropriate language.
- Keep your cell phone in silent mode and move to the library vestibule or outside to receive or make phone calls.
- Follow all town ordinances and state and federal law.
- Do not expose other patrons or staff to explicit images or information.
- Do not threaten or harass library staff, volunteers, or patrons.
- Respect the library and library property.
- Respect the library facility, materials, furniture, and equipment.
- Keep food and beverages contained.
- Clean up after yourself.
- Maintain a safe and healthy environment.
- Be fully clothed and wear shoes.
- Keep pets out of the library. (Trained service animals are welcome.)
- Supervise children under the age of six.
- Do not use any tobacco products or electronic cigarettes in the library.
- Do not visit the library under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- Do not carry firearms, concealed or openly carried, or any other weapons.
- Follow any additional health and safety recommendations posted by the library during public health emergencies. All such recommendations shall be based on information from local, state, and federal health officials and may include:
- Maintaining safe-distance practices from others.
- Practicing excellent hand hygiene, including washing hands or using hand sanitizer upon entering the building.
- Wearing a mask or face covering that covers the mouth and nose.
- Limiting visits by young children who might be unable to comply with safety guidelines.
- Not visiting the library when exhibiting any health symptoms of concern, including allergy symptoms.
- Not visiting the library after being exposed to anyone with a disease of concern or while awaiting test results for a disease of concern.
- Follow all instructions from library staff and volunteers.