Hershey Public Library

The Hershey Public Library provides meeting room space for library programs and for other meetings and programs of an informational, educational, cultural, or civic nature. The Hershey Public Library subscribes to the principles set forth in the American Library Association's "Library Bill of Rights" as amended January 23, 1980. The library provide... s this space as a public service, but does not endorse the views or opinions of groups utilizing these facilities. Meetings held at the library are considered public meetings and open to all wishing to attend, subject to health and safety requirements of the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry for public gatherings. Meeting Room Privileges: Organizations not fulfilling their obligations as enumerated in this list of policies and procedures may be denied use of the library's meeting room facilities. Questions: Questions regarding policies and procedures about meeting room use may be resolved by the Library Director or Circulation Services Coordinator. The Hershey Public Library Board of Directors shall be the final authority in granting or refusing permission for the use of library facilities. Advertisements: Advertisements for meetings or programs must include the following disclaimer: "The Hershey Public Library is not sponsoring or endorsing this program or any goods or services offered." Meeting Rooms: The library has two meeting rooms created by a moveable wall in the middle of the multi-purpose meeting room. Each room accommodates approximately 60 people. Room #1 has direct access to restrooms as well as a counter area with a sink. Room #2 is accessed through a hallway at the front entrance of the library. It does not have direct access to rest rooms, although there are public facilities in the building. Users wishing to accommodate larger groups of more than 60 people must request use of BOTH Meeting Rooms #1 & 2. The wall will be retracted to create a larger meeting space.Read More