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Mission
of the Fayetteville Free Library:
It is the mission of
the Fayetteville Free Library to provide free and open access to ideas and
information.
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About the Library:
- The Fayetteville Free Library is a member of the Onondaga County
Public Library System. This membership assures patrons access to
a broad range of material which can be requested from and returned to
any library in the county. The catalog can be accessed on-line.
- The Library is staffed by professional librarians, library
assistants, clerks, volunteers, and students.
- A volunteer Board of Trustees governs the Library. Trustees
are elected at the Annual Meeting. The Board meets on the third
Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. Meetings are open to the
public.
- The Library is incorporated as a not for profit (501(c)3)
agency. Donations are tax-deductible. Memorial gifts and
bequests are welcome.
- The "Friends of the Fayetteville Free Library" is an
active organization that supports the mission of the Library by
arranging monthly art exhibits, an annual book sale, and programs for
adults.
Patron Rights:
- Library cards may be obtained by showing proof of address. A
valid Onondaga County Public Library card may be used at any public
library in the county.
- All Library materials are loaned for 21 days, except
videos and computer software, which
are loaned for 7 days.
- The fine for overdue library materials is 20 cents per item per
day. The maximum fine on magazines, paperbacks, and children's
materials is $2 per item. A $5 maximum fine is charged on all
other materials. Fines may be forgiven if the item is returned
within a grace period of three days of the due date.
- Holds and renewals may be requested in the Library, by phone, or
on-line (with your library card number and PIN) Onondaga
County Public Library Catalog(online)
Patron Services provided by professional librarians, library
assistants, clerks, volunteers and students:
- Research assistance in person or on-line utilizing print resources, the Internet, and
specialized on-line databases to which the Library subscribes.
- Computer lab offering Internet access, PC
applications and patron instruction.
- Local History Room equipped with a microfilm
reader-printer to access Fayetteville newspapers dating back to 1840,
clipping and photo files preserving the history of Fayetteville's
prominent people and places, as well as a Fayetteville High School
Collection. Access by appointment with a reference librarian.
- Programs for students in grades 7-12 in the Teen Area, coordinated
by a librarian focusing on curriculum support and topics of interest
to teens.
- Tutoring Room as well as a collection of Wellwood textbooks.
- Programming for youth including weekly Story Times in the Story
Telling Room and special events for elementary school-aged children
each month. A children's librarian is available for assistance
to students through 6th grade.
- Notary public on site
- Photo Copier
- Visualtek system to enlarge and enhance print for
those with vision impairments.
- Book drop boxes at the Library and at M&T Bank (the
top of the hill in Fayetteville) for patron convenience.
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Collection:
This extensive collection is comprised of 35,000
pieces of sheet music featuring American popular songs from the last 150
years as well as 550 books for reference and education.
The collection is a resource for those seeking
specific songs for personal use - party theme, remembrances, or
entertainment.
Access
the Collection by email
or by phone at 637-6374
Suggested
donation: $3.00 per title
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to Motto Site
HISTORY OF THE FAYETTEVILLE FREE LIBRARY:
The Fayetteville Free Library began as a subscription reading room in
1906 when 50 public-minded citizens banded together to share their
periodical subscriptions. The original Library, which charged a
fifty cent membership fee, was at 114 E. Genesee
Street. The Library grew rapidly and soon books, borrowed from the New York
State Library, and children's services were added. In 1911, a
permanent charter was received from the Board of Regents. The name
was changed from "reading room" to "free library"
meaning there was no longer any membership fee.
By 1922, the need for more space had become critical. The Board
of Trustees purchased the
McViccar home at 111 E. Genesee St. after the passing of Harriet McViccar,
one of the Library's early founders and its original librarian.
The Greek Revival house, built in the early 1800's,
underwent a major expansion in 1968 and then a reorganization in 1992 in
order to offer greater accessibility for all patrons. In
2003, the Board of Trustees once again responded to the need for more
space for the Library's growing collections and programs and for improved
parking access. The Stickley Furniture factory at 300 Orchard Street
was purchased and renovated in the first of a multi-phased plan designed
to accommodate patrons of all ages with state-of-the-art technology, media
collections, and program opportunities as well as ample community meeting
room spaces. The Library remains true to its mission of providing
free and open access and information in a lifelong learning center.
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Internet/Computer Policy
Computer Use Rules:
- All computers are available on a "first
come, first served" basis. Patrons are charged 10-cents per
page when printing more than 15 pages.
- INTERNET ACCESS is available with a valid Onondaga County Public Library card.
Please be considerate of others using the Library and Computer
room. Any disruptive behavior will receive warnings. If
you receive more than three warnings, your computer use privileges
will be suspended.
Internet Policy:
The Fayetteville Free Library offers access to the Internet to provide
electronic means of reaching ideas and information, thereby greatly expanding its
information resources and services. Fayetteville Free Library will
offer access to all users (provided that the rules of this policy are not
willfully violated by any such user) and will provide assistance and
materials that will lead users to interesting and useful Internet
destinations and resources.
The Library Board of Trustees subscribes to the principles of free
speech and expression embodied in the First Amendment of the U.S.
Constitution. These principles allow for the free exchange of ideas,
some of which may be considered objectionable to some members of the
general public. Accordingly, Library users should be informed that
some material accessible on the Internet may contain information/content
that is illegal, defamatory, inaccurate or potentially offensive to
others. The Fayetteville Free Library cannot be responsible for the
information/content found on the Internet, nor can we assure that users
will not access objectionable material. We recognize parental rights
and responsibilities in this regard and strongly recommend that parents
and/or guardians closely supervise (and/or restrict) their children's use
of the Internet while at the Library.
It will be considered a violation of this Policy for a Library patron
to engage in the following conduct:
- Abusive or harassing conduct.
- Intentionally viewing, downloading or trading material which is
obscene, as defined by law.
- Any criminal or otherwise illegal conduct.
- Any copyright infringement. Users are required to comply with
all licensing and copyright regulations that may apply to systems or
software.
- Damaging, disabling or otherwise interfering with the operation of
computers, computer systems (including, but not limited to, altering
existing computer settings or filenames), software or related
equipment through physical action or by electronic means.
- Downloading, installing or using software not expressly authorized
by the Fayetteville Free Library.
The Fayetteville Free Library Administration is authorized to develop
rules for appropriate use of the Internet at the Fayetteville Free
Library. Regardless of whether a rule is specifically listed herein
or in the Administration's rules, if the user's conduct while using the
system disrupts the Library or its computer network, it will be considered
a violation of this Policy and appropriate action will be taken against
the violator, as provided for in the Fayetteville Free Library Patron
Relations Manual and/or set forth in other Board Policy governing patron
behavior. Federal, state and/or local law enforcement agencies may
also be contacted where the violation involves criminal activity.
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MISSION
It is the mission of the Fayetteville Free Library to provide free and
open access to ideas and information.
VISION
Individuals and groups in Fayetteville will have their information needs
met so that they can fully participate in the life of the community.
Community members will utilize library services and resources for
enlightenment and entertainment. They will find free, diverse, accessible
and up-to-date materials and resources, including electronic technologies.
Individuals and groups will be welcomed in a pleasant and safe environment
for instructional, informational and entertaining experiences.
Community members will be a link in library service, serving as volunteers
both with the library and with the Friends of the Library.
Community needs will be recognized and services adopted to meet them by
ongoing evaluation.
The Board of Trustees, the staff, and the community members will work
together to acquire the resources to fulfill the goals and objectives of
the library.
RULES OF CONDUCT
To allow all patrons of the
Fayetteville Free Library to use its facilities and programs to the
fullest extent, the Board of Trustees has adopted the following rules and
regulations.
Rules of conduct apply to both patron conduct with other patrons and
patron conduct with staff members.
1. Patrons shall respect the rights of other patrons at all times.
2. Patrons shall not disturb others by engaging in disruptive activity.
3. Patrons shall not use offensive or abusive language or engage in
offensive or abusive behavior.
4. Patrons shall not harass others by staring at another person with the
intent to annoy that person or by following another person about the
building with the intent to annoy that person.
5. Patrons shall not disturb others by playing audio equipment so that
others can hear it, by singing or talking loudly to others or in
monologues. Cell phone use is allowed only in the library lobby.
6. Patrons shall not smoke or use tobacco or tobacco products on any
library property or facility.
7. Patrons shall not consume food or beverages except in areas and at
times specifically designated by the Executive Director.
8. Patrons shall not be under the influence of alcohol or illegal
substances.
9. Carrying weapons of any type is prohibited.
10. Patrons shall not engage in any illegal activity on library premises.
11. Patrons shall not interfere with the use of the library by other
patrons or interfere with library employees’ performance of their duties.
12. Patrons shall not deface or mar library materials including books,
magazines, newspapers, CD’s, videos, DVD’s and DVD security cases or other
items of the library collection; nor shall patrons deface, mar or in any
way destroy or damage library furnishings, walls, equipment or other
library property.
13. Patrons using their own computers in the library must comply with the
library’s Internet Public Use Policy as well as the Patron Code of
Conduct.
14. Patrons using public access computers to search the Internet must quit
the Web browser before moving away from the computer.
15. Due to the highly visible nature of most of the computer screens in
the library, patrons may not have on the screen graphic pornography that
is inappropriate for a public and open environment.
16. Due to the highly visible nature of all the computer screens in the
Children’s Room, children using computers in the Children’s Room may not
have on the screen pictures that are inappropriate for the environment of
the Children’s Room.
17. Young children are the responsibility of their parents or caregivers
and may not be left unattended in the Children’s Room. Children under
eight years old or children whose behavior requires supervision must be
with their parents or caregivers at all times. Children’s who’s behavior
becomes disruptive to other patrons will not be permitted to attend
programs.
18. Patrons shall not rearrange or disarrange library furnishings or
materials.
19. For reasons of safety and hygiene, patrons must wear shoes or
equivalent foot covering upon entering the building.
20. Patrons shall not bring animals into the building, except those
specifically required for disabled persons.
21. Solicitation of funds, distribution of literature or promotional
material, or sale of goods is forbidden by any person or agency other than
the library except by permission of the Executive Director.
22. Patrons shall check out with a valid library card all materials or
equipment removed from the library. Patrons will not be allowed to borrow
materials, use services, attend programs or use computers if they have
$5.00 or more in fees or fines on their account.
Any patron who violates these rules and regulations may be required to
leave the library premises and be denied the privilege of access to the
library by the Executive Director.
A patron whose privileges have been denied may appeal the decision to the
Executive Director within 15 days of notification. A patron may appeal in
writing or in person after scheduling an appointment with the Executive
Director (637-6374, ext. 307).
If warranted, the Executive
Director may modify or dismiss the decision. The Executive Director will
notify the patron of the resolution of the appeal in writing within 15
days.
Rules governing the
Fayetteville Free Library are established by the Board of Trustees under
the authority granted by New York State Education Law, Article 5, section
262.
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FAQ:
Can I renew an item I have checked out on my library card?
You may renew items twice as long as the item is not on hold for
another patron.
Can I return my items to another library? You can
return items checked out at Fayetteville to any library in the Onondaga
County Public Library system and vice versa.
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Directions: From 690
E, merge onto 481 S
(or) From 81 N, merge onto 481 N
Merge onto E. Genesee Street/Route 5 E via Exit 3E
(heading towards Fayetteville)
After traveling approx. 3 miles, turn right onto
Chapel Street, then turn right onto Orchard Street.
The Library is located on your left. (Click
the Yahoo maps link below for a map.)
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Map of
300 Orchard St
Fayetteville, NY 13066-2120
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