The Lebanon Public Libraries are committed to the principles of the American Library Association Library Bill of Rights and the protections of the First Amendment of the Constitution of the United States . These principles are essential to the preservation of our democracy and the development of an informed perspective.

The library seeks to provide programming that serves the diverse interests of people of all ages. The Outreach Librarian works with the library staff in selection and promotion of programming. Programs are free and open to the public.

This policy includes programs organized in collaboration with external presenters or organizations, as long as the library plays a role in planning, promoting, or executing the event.

For programs organized in collaboration with external presenters or organizations, the library will provide appropriate space and resources within the library’s capacity. Storage of program-related materials will be considered on a case-by-case basis and must be approved by the Outreach Librarian, subject to the storage limitations and guidelines established by the Library Director in accordance with this policy.

Programs are selected based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the needs of the community, encouragement of lifelong learning, increasing library use by underserved communities, and raising the visibility of the library. The library strives to present programs which exhibit a balance of viewpoints, voices, and ideas, as expressed in our mission.

The library does not endorse particular beliefs or viewpoints, and scheduling a program does not indicate agreement of the viewpoint expressed by the presenter or presentation. This pertains to all programs, including those run by library staff members, including book or film discussion groups.

Responsibility for what any individual reads, listens to, or views must lie with the individual. The library may suggest certain age guidelines depending on the nature of a program, however, responsibility for minors rests with parents and guardians.

The Library Director and Board of Trustees welcome comments regarding the services, materials, or program content offered by the library. Any challenge to library programs by Lebanon residents or taxpayers can be made through the library’s Request for Reconsideration of Library Programs or Materials.

Adopted by the Board of Trustees: 3/28/23; Revised 6/24/2025