The Woo Ju Memorial Library will be a strong community resource for information and services pertaining to Buddhism. It will provide a welcoming and quiet space for individuals to study and learn.
MISSION STATEMENT
The Woo Ju Memorial Library provides a growing variety of materials and services to patrons of all ages interested in Buddhism.
The library will provide:
- a circulating collection of materials in a variety of formats
- a collection representing a broad spectrum of knowledge on Buddhist-related subjects
- materials in Chinese and English
- reference services in both Chinese and English
- programs and services in conjunction with community groups that encourage reading and learning about various aspects of Buddhism
The Woo Ju Memorial Library is a circulating library offering information on Buddhism in a variety of formats. In order to provide library patrons with materials to meet their information needs and an atmosphere suitable for reading, research and study, the library has adopted the following policies.
POLICIES
Library Behavior
Appropriate behavior is required at all times, and patrons shall be engaged in activities associated with the use of a library. Reasonable quiet is expected. No patron may disturb others using the library.
Using cellular phones, pagers or other electronic devices in a manner that disturbs others is prohibited. Audio equipment, with or without headphones, should not be used at a volume that is audible to others. Cell phones may be used in the vestibule area of library.
In accordance with New YorkState and local law, the library is a smoke-free establishment. Additionally, there shall be no smoking in the areas immediately adjacent to entrances, exits, and air in-take vents.
The consumption of food is prohibited. Non-alcoholic beverages in covered containers may be consumed.
Conduct will not be permitted if it is disruptive, disturbing, or potentially harmful to others, if it otherwise interferes with the enjoyment and use of the Library by other customers, or if it is inconsistent with the Library’s mission. This includes, but is not limited to: disorderly conduct, noise, or activity that interferes with the rights of others, whether intentional or inadvertent; physical abuse or threatening behavior or language; disobeying the directions of library staff members; or, the misuse of library materials, equipment or furnishings. Expulsion from the library and/or loss of library privileges, on a temporary or permanent basis, may result from violations of this policy.
For safety reasons, aisles or pathways must remain clear to prevent tripping, and to allow access to library materials, equipment and facilities.
Photocopying
The library provides a photocopier for public use. The photocopier is available for use at the cost of $0.10 per copy. Those using the photocopier must adhere to the U.S. Copyright Law when copying materials subject to copyright. A copyright notice is posted above the photocopier.
Confidentiality of Library Patron Records
The records of library cardholders are confidential as per New YorkState law. (SeeNew YorkState Civil Practice Law and Rules, Section 4509, Confidentiality of Library Records Law.) Library records include, but are not limited to patron registration records, circulation records, or any other data linking a particular patron to specific library services or materials.
Patrons have control over their library cards. Presentation of a valid library card will allow the patron whose name appears on the card (or the parent/legal guardian in the case of a minor child) access to information about the current circulation record of that patron. Information will not be released to third parties.
Nothing in this policy shall prevent the library staff from using library records in the performance of their regular duties. When no longer needed for administrative purposes, records will be deleted.
Children in the Library
The library encourages children to visit and use the library. However, the library staff cannot assume responsibility for the care and supervision of children. Parents and caregivers of children under 12 are to remain in the library at all times. Children are expected to follow the guidelines for proper library behavior. Parents and caregivers are expected to supervise the behavior of their children.