PROGRAMMING POLICY

Clinton Community Library programs are events that promote the use of library materials, services and/or offer the community informational, entertaining, or cultural experiences. Programs will provide opportunities for learning at every stage of life, expand the Library’s role as a community resource, promote interaction between community members, and create opportunities for community members to share their expertise with others. Library programs shall generally be voluntary, free, and open to the public. However, at the discretion of the Library Director, a fee may be permissible for certain types of Library initiated programs.

The Library does not allow programming that is solely for commercial, religious or political purposes. Library sponsorship of a program does not constitute an endorsement of the content of the program or views expressed at the program.

The Library may partner with other community agencies, organizations, educational or cultural institutions, or individuals to present programs. Professional performers and presenters that reflect specialized or unique expertise may be hired for Library programs.

Any sale of products such as books or CDs at the Library programs must be approved by the Library Director and benefit the Library or the co-sponsoring group. No solicitation of products or services is permitted.

Programs may be held on-site, off-site, or online. Programs may be canceled for a number of reasons, including severe weather, absence of the presenter, or low registration. Canceled programs are not automatically rescheduled.

Registration may be required for planning purposes and when space is limited. While all Library programs are open to the public, access to any specific program may be restricted based on factors such as room and program capacity, age, and/or developmental appropriateness. In registering for a program, patrons acknowledge that they have read the Library's Programming Policy and Patron Code of Conduct.

The Library Director holds primary responsibility for programming. The Director delegates the authority for program management to the Program Coordinator, who coordinates this responsibility by working in partnership with the program facilitator and/or designated staff.

The Library welcomes opinions from patrons regarding programming. If a patron has a concern or question with a program, they should communicate with the Library Director in person or in writing.

Approved by the Clinton Community Library Board of Trustees on March 9, 2015.
Revised by the Clinton Community Board of Trustees on December 13, 2021