Library Hosting Guidelines

1. Please be courteous and verify with the librarian or clerk before planning something in the library. The public folder calendar available in Outlook can be referenced, but does not always accurately reflect all events scheduled. The school calendar does not contain most library events.
2. Do not expect the library to be free of activity during an event. The library “does not close”.
3. Tables and chairs need to be set up by the people in charge of the event, and likewise, put back in their original setup once the event is over. This also applies to books on display that may have been moved in the process.
4. We cannot be held responsible for anything left in the library unattended at any time.
5. Food and drink can be allowed in the library, HOWEVER, the following guidelines need  to be followed in those instances:
   1. Keep food and drink in a limited area, away from the computers and the books.
   2. Clean any spills immediately after they occur. With liquids, blotting is not sufficient. The carpet needs to be treated with a cleaner. Serious damage should be brought to the attention of the school and library staff.
   3. All garbage should be thrown in the trashcans available in the library, but especially food or drink should not been left out. Liquids should not be thrown into the garbage bags, but poured down the sink.
   4. Food should not be left in the sink as there is no disposal method.
   5. Any dishes should be washed and taken, not left in the sink or on tables.
   6. No open packages or containers of food should be left in the library due to the danger of infestation it causes to the books.
   7. Feel free to move our trashcans to accommodate your guests, but return them when you are done.
   8. Utilize our recycling containers to reduce waste.