Some basic rules to make our Library enjoyable and useful for everyone.

The users of the South Pasadena Public Library have the right to expect the facility to be a clean, safe, and accommodating place for reading, writing, doing homework or research, drawing, browsing for Library materials; quietly conferring with others, including Library staff;  and attending programs and meetings. Patrons are urged to report disruptive behavior so that appropriate steps can be taken. We thank our valued patrons for their cooperation.
The Library is not responsible for lost or stolen items, although please check with staff if you have lost anything as we do have a 'lost and found'. Patrons need to keep their belongings with them as staff cannot be responsible for their safekeeping.

Eating, drinking, and chewing gum are not allowed in public areas.  Capped water bottles acceptable.

Respect Toward the Library, Its Staff, and Other Patrons

• Shoes and shirts must be worn.
• Please, no loud talking or shouting.
• Damaging or destroying Library materials, furniture, equipment, or property is prohibited.
• The Library is a smoke-free environment. Other uses of tobacco are not allowed inside the Library.
• No unruly behavior, such as running, jumping, hitting, wrestling, throwing things, or other aggressive actions or statements.  No use of sports equipment in the Library.
• Skateboard, roller skates, and scooters must be in a backpack or skate bag (available at the Checkout Desk).
• Please refrain from sleeping in the Library.
• Loitering is not allowed in the Library or on its property. The public must leave at closing time except when using the Community Room after hours.
• Commercial solicitation, selling, and panhandling are prohibited.
• Animals are prohibited, except for service animals for the disabled.
• Verbal or physical abuse or sexual harassment of Library users or staff is prohibited.
• No illegal behavior of any type.
• No more than 4 people per table.
• No tampering with or destroying with computer equipment of files.

Bicycles, Skateboards, Scooters, etc.

• Bicycles are not allowed in the Library. They should be locked in the bike rack outside.
• Skateboarding, rollerskating, or riding scooters are not permitted in the Library or on Library grounds.
• Sleeping Bags, bedrolls, large boxes, shopping carts, and large backpacks are not allowed in the Library.

Harmful Substances
No possessing, being under the influence of, or using alcohol or controlled substances on Library premises.

Personal Appliances

Personal appliances such as computers, cassette players, laptops, and calculators may be used as long as the noise level is low and use does not interfere with others. Cell phones and pagers should be turned off or switched to a low or non-audible signal and answered outside the Library.

Printed Postings, Political Campaigning, and Religious Proselytizing

No printed matter can be posted or given out inside Libraries without staff permission. Political campaigning and religious proselytizing are not permitted inside the Library proper, although meetings in the Community Room that are sponsored by outside organizations are not subject to this policy.

Children Under 11

Children under 11 must be accompanied by an adult. Staff is not responsible for unattended children. Parents are responsible for ensuring the appropriate behavior of their children while they are in the Library.  

Please refer to the Policy on Unsupervised Children in the Library.

PERSONS UNABLE OR UNWILLING TO STOP UNACCEPTABLE CONDUCT WILL BE ASKED TO LEAVE