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      • Job Openings (New!)
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      • Library Policies
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      • Restoration and Repairs
      • Library History
    • Resources
      • Homeschool & Education
      • Hoopla
      • Interlibrary Loans
      • Museum Reimbursement
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(603) 473-8535 info@miltonfreepubliclibrary.org

Milton Free Public Library

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  • Home
  • Catalog
  • About
    • About the Library
    • Job Openings (New!)
    • Get a Library Card
    • Library Policies
    • Friends of the MFPL
    • Restoration and Repairs
    • Library History
  • Resources
    • Homeschool & Education
    • Hoopla
    • Interlibrary Loans
    • Museum Reimbursement
    • NH Downloadable Books
    • NoveList Plus
    • Telescope
    • Your Lakes
  • Blog
  • Calendar
  • Newsletter
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  • Contact Us
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Library Policies

  • Please limit the items (books and/or DVDs) to 6 at a time.
  • All items can be borrowed for a 3 week period. Items will be automatically renewed one time and can be renewed additionally with permission from librarian.
  • Patrons with items overdue for more than 6 weeks will have their library privileges suspended pending return of all of the items.
  • Patrons who are chronically overdue may lose library privileges.
  • Any patron who feel that they have been dealt with unfairly may appeal to the Milton Free Public Library Board of Trustees during one of their regularly scheduled meetings.
  • If a borrowed item is damaged or destroyed, please let us know so we can repair or replace the item.
  • The Milton Free Public Library is a fee-free library for Milton residents. There are no charges for library cards or late items. We gratefully accept cash donations in lieu of fines. Non-residents can access books and DVDs, but are now required to pay a non-residents fee to access digital services.
  • Book donations can only be accepted by appointment.
  • Rules for the use of the library and its resource materials, and for computer use and access are posted at the front desk and at each public access computer terminal.
  • Please scroll down for policies concerning social media use, collection development, and how to submit a reconsideration request.

General Rules of Good Behavior

  1. No smoking in the library building or grounds.
  2. Please wear appropriate clothing including shirts and shoes.
  3. Please throw away/recycle your trash.
  4. No bicycles, scooters, or skateboards allowed in the building, on the stairs or ramps.
  5. Please limit your cell phone use to the entry way and outside. The second floor is a screen-free zone.

Computer Access and Use

Milton Free Public Library public computer terminals can only be accessed by signing in when patrons enter the library. Headphones or ear buds must be used for volume control. All terminal use will be “content filtered” to American Library Association standards. Adult patrons may request the removal of the filter, but we ask you to respect other patrons and be aware of minors in the library.

Privacy

The Milton Free Public Library is  committed to the privacy, confidentiality, and intellectual freedom of  its patrons and to the protections of the diverse interests and beliefs of the community, which the Constitution and New Hampshire law provide. The library has zero-tolerance for behavior or use of the library and its resources which violates state or federal law, and will support prosecution when necessary.


Everyone who uses the Milton Free Public Library and its resources accepts and agrees to follow library rules and policy, town regulations and ordinances as written, and all state or federal laws regarding computer use and electronic media: Content, access, image or display, or transmission, paper print out or off site download storage on any device whether personal or commercial in nature will be enforced. Individuals who violate the terms of this agreement may have their library privileges suspended and may be subject to criminal prosecution.

Disclaimer

The Internet is global. No library, board of trustees, staff, or parent can control or precisely filter its  content. Materials there may be wrong, bogus, offensive, obscene or criminal. Library good faith “due diligence” cannot replace caution, personal choice, or individual responsibility. The library cannot be  held liable for any damage, real or perceived to any user’s documents, finances, reputation, or beliefs. The library is not an agent of any  website or computer/software system except by the written specifications  of contract.

Social Media Use Policy

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Collection Development Policy

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Request for Reconsideration

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Library Re-Opening Saturday May 17

Normal Hours Below Will Resume after 5/17

Tuesday 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Wednesday 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Thursday 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Friday 1 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Saturday 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

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