Library Policies

Submissions for calendar year 2026 are ended and artists have been selected. Calendar year 2027 submissions will open in the Fall of 2026. Please note: applications will not be accepted until the next round is opened. Thank you. To fulfill its mission to meet the cultural and intellectual needs of Greenfield citizens, the Greenfield Public Library allows use of dedicated exhibition spaces, by individuals and groups, for civic, educational, cultural, and philanthropic purposes. The volunteer Art Committee of the Greenfield Public Library meets regularly to select community exhibitions it dee...

Greenfield Public Library is a resource available to all. The library maintains a safe and healthy atmosphere in which patrons, volunteers, and staff can be free from harassment, intimidation, and threats to their safety and well-being. In order to protect all library users’ right of access to library facilities, to ensure the safety of users and staff, and to protect library resources and facilities from damage, the library governing authority, in this case the Board of Trustees, may impose reasonable restrictions on the time, place, and/or manner of library access. Patrons and staff...

The staff of the Children's Room at the Greenfield Public Library strives to create a safe, respectful, warm, inviting and fun environment for children from birth to age 12. The safety and well-being of children at the library is of serious concern. For the protection and well-being of children, the Trustees have implemented the following rules to help all enjoy their time at the library. Library Cards: A child of any age may receive a library card, however, for children under the age of 13, a parent or guardian must be present to provide a signature, proof of address and emergenc...

The Board of Trustees of the Greenfield Public Library endorses the American Library Association's Library Bill of Rights and the Freedom to Read Statement as in existence on the day this policy is adopted. Collection Development Statement The Greenfield Public Library will provide, without bias, free access to library materials in a variety of formats, equally serving people of all ages, incomes, ethnicities, genders, or physical abilities while responding to our community's varied interests. The library will develop and maintain a collection of quality materials designed to mee...

Policy Statement Greenfield Public Library is pleased to offer wireless hotspots from Mobile Beacon to aid in internet access equity. Rules Who Can Borrow a Hotspot or a Technology Kit? Any resident from a municipality certified in the State Aid to Public Libraries program by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners is eligible to borrow a hotspot or a kit. Borrowers must have a valid CWMARS library card in permanent status, be at least 18 years of age, and be in good standing with the library. One hotspot/kit is allowed per household. Each hotspot will support up to 10 ...

The Community Room of the Greenfield Public Library offers groups and organizations access to a Kitchenette upon special request. Use of the kitchenette must adhere to the following guidelines and conditions:> General: Use of the kitchenette should be requested on the Meeting Room Application. Groups and organizations are responsible for compliance with Massachusetts requirements for a “Potluck Event". The kitchenette is for serving purposes only. Cooking on the premises is not permitted. A microwave is available for reheating purposes only. User groups are required ...

Welcome to the Greenfield Public Library Parking at the library The large parking lot adjacent to the library offers free parking to library patrons during the library’s opening hours. Commuter parking, EV charging stations and handicap parking are all available. Entering the library There are two entrances to the library. The side entrance is the closest to the parking area. The main entrance is accessible via Main Street. Both entrances are handicap accessible. Group Visits The Greenfield Public Library encourages group visits, including tours, to the library by loca...

Fee Schedule for Use of Library Meeting Rooms Starting in January The Trustees of the Greenfield Public Library have approved a fee schedule for certain uses of the library’s meeting rooms, effective January 1, 2026 (see chart below). While a meeting room policy has been in place since the opening of the new building, the updated schedule reflects current demand and aligns with practices at public libraries across the state. The new fees will allow additional types of organizations, including private parties/events and for-profit entities, to reserve these meeting rooms. Complete deta...

Bulletin Board Policy Purpose As a resource for local information and community activities and events, The Greenfield Public Library provides bulletin board space for posting of fliers as well as public service notices of educational, cultural or community interest. Policy The community bulletin board may be used for the following types of information: Postings of forthcoming educational, social, civic, charitable, cultural or recreational activities. Postings by nonprofit organizations, groups or agencies providing services to citizens. Posting announcing community servi...

The Greenfield Public Library Board of Trustees has voted to charge an annual fee of $35 per card to out of state residents or those who live in towns with non-certified libraries. If you live out of state or your town's library is not certified by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, payment of this fee is required to access the Greenfield Public Library's services. All libraries in the state must annually apply to the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners to receive certification. To remain certified, Greenfield Public Library must meet the criteria and standards for Public ...

The Greenfield Public Library (GPL) supports its mission of informing, enriching, and empowering all citizens by developing and presenting programs that provide additional opportunities for information, learning, and development. Programs are viewed as an alternative method of delivery for the same experiences and principles put forth by print and nonprint library materials. General Guidelines GPL affirms the principles set forth in the ALA’s Library Bill of Rights. Ultimate responsibility for program initiation, selection, engagement, and presentation rests with the Library D...

Replacement of Lost or Damaged Items Greenfield Public Library Items The library will accept cash, checks, or money orders at the circulation desk for items that have been damaged, destroyed, or lost. Patrons may choose to use a credit or debit card to pay for items by accessing their library account online. Please contact the main circulation desk with any questions about replacement costs of GPL items. GPL will accept replacement copies of books in lieu of payment if the book matches the format of the lost or damaged item and is in the same or newer condition. Music CDs or DVDs may ...

The Board of Trustees of the Greenfield Public Library endorses the American Library Association’s Library Bill of Rights and the Freedom to Read Statement as in existence on the day this policy is adopted. A CWMARS cardholder who is a library patron in good standing may request the review of material owned by the library, a service offered by the library, a program being offered at the library, or a library display. All of the above are judged on the basis of the work as a whole, not on a part taken out of context. The steps for a formal request are as follows: The cardholde...

The Greenfield Public Library provides three quiet study rooms on the second floor: one can seat up to two people, one that seats up to four people, and one room that seats up to six. The Study Rooms are available free of charge. Room Usage: The following groups are invited to use the Study Rooms: Individuals or small groups wishing to work without excessive distractions. Small groups for nonprofit, educational, civic and cultural purposes. For-profit use is permitted under limited circumstances consistent with the Library's objective of providing a suitable learning enviro...

The staff of the Teen Room at the Greenfield Public Library strives to create a safe, respectful, warm, inviting and fun environment for young adults. The Teen Room represents the Library's effort to adhere to https://www.ala.org/yalsa/guidelines/teenspaces pertaining to teen rooms, ensuring that students in grades 7 through 12 have a place that is safe, relaxing, and responsive to their library needs and interests. Quality library service to teens must be provided by staff who understand and respect their unique informational, educational and recreational needs. In accordance with the ...

The Greenfield Public Library deeply appreciates the community's philanthropic spirit and the valuable work performed by non-profit organizations. We are regularly approached with requests to serve as a convenient drop-off point for various collection and donation drives. While we recognize the benefit of such initiatives to our community, the Greenfield Public Library is regrettably unable to accommodate requests to host third-party collection boxes or act as a general donation drop-off location for the following reasons: Limited Space: Our library facilities are designed to prov...