A Message from the Santa Monica Public Library

August 19, 2019 10:00 AM
by Patty Wong

Greetings to our library patrons and community members.

Summer is winding down for many of our families and friends who frequent the Santa Monica Public Library. As we approach a new season, I write to share that there too is a season of change at the library. And like all things we do here, we want to inform and engage you in this process.

We are a community gathering place where everyone is welcome to come and learn.  We want you to have an enjoyable and successful experience when you come to the Main Library and any of our four branch facilities.

To ensure everyone can comfortably enjoy the library, we are reminding all our patrons about the library Rules of Conduct, which help foster a pleasant shared experience. 

Some key things to know:
  • Eating or sleeping in the library is not permitted. There are places in the building, such as our central courtyard where eating is permissible.
  • Large bags, blankets and weapons of any kind are not permitted.
  • Be mindful of space and volume. There are hundreds of people who frequent the buildings every day. We all have a role in being respectful to our fellow learners!
  • If you see something, please say something by talking to a Library Services Officer or any library staff.

Our uniformed Library Services Officers provide customer support and ensure that everyone follows the Rules of Conduct. You’ll be seeing these members of our team more and they may come to say hello to you at the entrance or throughout your time at the library.

This is your library. We need you to join us in promoting safety and taking care of the books, equipment and building so everyone can enjoy our community space.

Thank you for using and supporting the Santa Monica Public Library!

In service,

 

Patty Wong

Director of Library Services

Santa Monica Public Library 

Authored By

Patty Wong
Director of Library Services