Hamilton County court's library card requirement for kids charged with certain crimes underway

Hamilton County juvenile court has introduced a new pretrial project requiring kids and teenagers charged with low-level ...
Lehigh Valley Live

Homeless patrons prompt Bethlehem Area Public Library's behavior policy

is a place to take your kids to story hour, pick up your favorite book or search for jobs on the Internet. As of last month, it's not a place to sleep, bathe or panhandle. The library revised its ...
The Aspen Times

Letter: Unacceptable library behavior

A huge thank-you to Susan Keenan for the wonderful story hour she puts on at the Pitkin County Library. The teachers from Early Learning Center (and other programs) love to bring our children to ...
Onrec

7 De-escalation Skills Every Library Staff Member Needs

De-escalation skills transform libraries from conflict zones into safe community spaces. When staff know how to recognize warning signs, use calming body language, validate emotions, set clear ...
Lawrence Journal-World

After fights and outbursts outside the Lawrence Public Library, leadership is working to address community safety concerns

A Lawrence Police Department vehicle sits outside the Lawrence Public Library Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2023. An uptick in disruptive behavior outside of the Lawrence Public Library this summer has led to ...
Northwestern Media

Oshkosh Public Library’s new patron behavior policy aims for ‘atmosphere of respect and safety,’ director says.

OSHKOSH – Changes are coming to Oshkosh Public Library. Starting Tuesday, OPL will enforce a more comprehensive patron behavior policy shaped by community and staff feedback. Approved by the Oshkosh ...