Library Programs. (A) All Library programs are open to the public. Patrons may on occasion be prevented from attending a program or Library event if attendance exceeds the rated capacity of the particular meeting room space or for other reasons specified herein. Every attempt will be made to accommodate all who wish to attend a program. When safety or the success of a program requires it, attendance may have to be limited. When limits must be established, attendance will be determined on a first come, first served basis. Advance registration or distribution of free tickets before the event may be used if attendance is anticipated to exceed capacity. Multiple sessions of popular programs will be scheduled whenever possible to allow for maximum attendance. (B) Library sponsored programs may be held at the Library, Library property or off-site as appropriate. Any sales of products at Library programs must be approved by the Library Director and benefit the Library by requiring a five percent (5%) donation of the proceeds from sales to the Library Foundation. Programs are for the promotion of literacy, educational, cultural and civic activities, which do not include commercial purposes or for the solicitation of business. (C) Schools and daycare or other organized groups should contact the youth services staff prior to attending scheduled programs. Groups that have not received advance authorization to attend a scheduled program will be admitted if space and materials are available at the advertised starting time with the understanding that it may not be possible to admit everyone in the group. When this situation occurs the group leader will be informed as to how many children can be accommodated. The group leader will then make the decision as to which if any members of the group attend. The group leader is expected to provide supervision for all children in their care, in or out of the program. In those instances when groups cannot be accommodated at scheduled programs library staff may offer to provide a special program for the group at a later and mutually agreed upon date. (D) Patrons without children may not attend children’s summer reading program and events (i.e. story time programs). Applicant’s Legal Name (printed) Social Security Number Date of Birth Applicant’s Address: City State Zip I, , authorize and give consent for the above named organization to obtain information regarding myself. This includes the following: • Local & National Criminal backgroundrecords/information • All 50 State Sex OffenderRegistries • Full AddressTrace • Social Security Verification I the undersigned, authorize this information to be obtained either in writing or via telephone in connection with my application. Any person, firm or organization providing information or records in accordance with this authorization is released from any and all claims of liability for compliance. Such information will be held in confidence in accordance with the organization’s guidelines. By signing this document, I am providing the above named Organization my consent for an initial background check as well as any subsequent background checks deemed necessary throughout the length of my assignment with this Organization. Print Name: Signature: City of Leander Public Library – 8-2019 If you would like to propose a program, recommend a book title or author event that is free of charge at the Library, please fill out the form below. All proposals will be evaluated based on availability, need, budgetary considerations, and how they support the Library's mission. LPL plans programs at least 3 months ahead of time. Programs must be held during normal library hours. Because of the volume of proposals the Library receives, only those selected will be contacted and will have to be vetted pursuant to the Library’s Programming Policy. Thank you for your interest in the Leander Public Library. etc.): Families: Teens: Adults: Older Adults (55+): City of Leander Public Library – 1-2024 Leander Public Library supports its mission of being a gathering space for the cultural and civic life of our growing community, one that promotes literacy and a love of reading, by developing and presenting programs that provide opportunities for information, learning, and entertainment. Programming is an integral component of library service that: • Expands the Library’s role as a community resource • Introduces customers and non-users to Library resources • Promotes literacy and well-being for all people • Provides entertainment • Provides opportunities for lifelong learning Ultimate responsibility for Library programming rests with the Leander Public Library Director, who, in turn, delegates the authority for program management to Public Services, Youth Services and other designated Library staff. Programs are planned three to twelve months in advance of anticipated presentation. The Library welcomes customer’s ideas concerning programming and has a process to seek, review and select outside proposals for program presentations (see Citizen Program Proposal Form). Reviewing any such external and/or internal programming proposals within the context of planned activities, library staff utilizes the following criteria in making decisions about program topics, speakers, and accompanying resources: • Availability of program space • Treatment of content for intended audience • Presentation quality • Presenter background/qualifications in content area • Budget • Relevance to community interests and issues • Cultural, historical, or educational significance • Connection to other community programs, exhibitions or events • Relation to Library collections, resources, exhibits and programs • Community needs and interests
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