Library privileges may
be suspended or revoked for violation of this policy.
Wifi: The Library offers free wifi within its buildings.
Wifi users are bound by the policy outlined here.
Disclaimers
Terms of Use: The following are the property of their
proprietor and/or subsidiaries, affiliates, assigns,
licensors, or other respective owners and are protected
without limitation, pursuant to U.S. and foreign
copyright and trademark laws, and cannot be reproduced
for commercial use of any kind including, but not
limited to the following:
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Mobile Printing |
The Library offers printing in black & white
($0.20/page) and color ($0.50/page) from the
public computers with a current library card or
computer use only card.
Mobile printing from your own device is
available for the same price by clicking here
MOBILE PRINTING , downloading the PrinterOn
app, or emailing the document to
eapl-library-bw@printspots.com (black &
white) or
eapl-library-color@printspots.com
(color). Print jobs can be retrieved at
the Main Library for up to four (4) hours after
being sent.
*Mobile print
jobs CANNOT be retrieved at the Palmer
Branch. |
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Copy Machine and Scanning |
One copy machine is provided for public use.
Standard 8 ½ by 11 and 11 by 14 copies can be
made for $0.20 per page. Black & white only. You
can scan a document by using our copy machine
and YOUR thumb drive. Please see the Reference
Desk for assistance |
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Fax Machine
- ONLY AVAILABLE AT
THE PALMER BRANCH |
The Palmer Branch will SEND faxes for the public.
You must use the library cover sheet. The first
page sent costs $2.00 and subsequent pages cost
$1.00 each. Payable by cash or check. |
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Proctoring |
The proctoring of exams is a service offered
by the Easton Area Public Library (EAPL) at the
Main Library to anyone taking an online and/or
distance learning course. The Library offers
proctoring services based on availability of
Reference personnel, facilities, and technology
during its operating hours.
A Library card is not required for this service
and no fee is charged. However, a valid photo
I.D. of the test taker is required at the time
of the exam.
The Reference staff member scheduled to proctor
the exam will receive, sign, and return all exam
materials, instructions, and passwords according
to the educational institution. Reference staff
cannot proctor an exam brought by the test
taker.
Proctors will enforce time limits or other rules
set forth in the provided exam materials by the
educational institution but will not sit with
the student for the length of the exam. Any
devices not approved by the educational
institution (i.e. cell phones, tablets, smart
watches, etc.) will be held at the Reference
Desk during the exam. Any perceived violation of
the posted rules for the exam will be reported
to the educational institution.
The exam must be completed 30 minutes before the
Library closes.
Exams not taken by the date on which they were
to be completed are shredded.
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- will not add or change software
programs, or hardware to the public
computers or Library space, and the proctor
will not enter any personal information on
the exam forms.
- is not responsible for any delayed
tests, nor for any completed tests once they
leave the Library’s possession and have been
returned to the educational institution.
- will not be responsible for tests that
are interrupted by Library emergencies,
power failures, or computer hardware or
software failures.
- reserves the right to substitute a
proctor in the event of the original
proctor’s absence.
- will retain completed exams as required
by the educational institution in a secure
location until such time that they will be
shredded.
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Test-Taker Responsibilities: |
- It is recommended that test takers
inquire about testing requirements prior to
reserving a testing appointment.
- Call or email the Library to schedule an
appointment. A minimum of 1 week (5 business
days) notice is required to ensure the
Library has appropriate staffing.
- Provide any necessary information to the
educational institution indicating that the
Library will be serving as a proctor.
- Ensure that the exam and other
required materials are sent to the proctor
from the educational institution before
arriving to take the test.
- Arrive promptly for the test at the time
of the scheduled exam. Be prepared for the
exam to take the required time allotted by
the educational institution.
- Bring a valid photo I.D. that matches
the name on the testing materials and
present it to Reference staff.
- Come prepared with supplies needed to
take the test (i.e. scratch paper, pen,
pencil, calculator). This may include
approved accommodations by the educational
institution.
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To schedule a proctored exam session,
contact the Easton Area Public Library:
Phone: 610-258-2917 ext 307
Email:
reference@eastonpl.org
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Library Use Policy: |
Mutual respect makes it possible for
everyone to enjoy the Library.You can do your
part by observing these rules: |
- Unreasonable interference with the
comfort and security of other library users
shall be cause for removal.
- Unreasonable noise from loud talking,
singing, boisterous activity, computers,
devices or audio-visual equipment is not
permitted.
- Appropriate dress is required; shoes and
shirt must be worn at all times. Bathing,
shaving, or the washing of clothes is not
permitted on the premises.
- Eating, drinking, and open food or drink
containers are not permitted in public
spaces.
- A parent/guardian/caregiver over the age
of 13 must accompany all children under the
age of 10. The parent/guardian/caregiver
must remain in the building. For children
under age 7, the parent/guardian/caregiver
must also remain in the child’s immediate
vicinity/maintain visual contact with the
child at all times.
- Smoking and use of chewing tobacco,
electronic cigarettes, vapor devices, or any
other consumable tobacco product is not
permitted on Library property.
- Possession and/or use of alcohol,
illegal substances, or illegally obtained
prescription drugs is prohibited.
Selling/distributing or being under the
influence of drugs or alcohol is not
permitted and will result in removal.
- Running, pushing, jumping, rough play,
or other dangerous activity, fighting,
challenging someone to a fight, physical
abuse, or assault of staff or other users is
prohibited.
- No weapons of any kind are permitted,
except those possessed by on-duty law
enforcement officers.
- Profane and/or obscene language or the
use of racial, ethnic, or sexual orientation
epithets shall be cause for removal.
Harassing other library users or staff,
including deliberate, repeated behavior that
is intimidating, hostile, offensive, or
threatening will warrant immediate removal.
- Abuse or improper use of Library
furniture or equipment, damaging,
destroying, or stealing Library property is
prohibited.
- Gambling, panhandling, or solicitation
of any kind is not permitted on Library
property. The distribution or posting of
unauthorized material is not allowed.
- No animals other than Service Animals
may be brought into the building.
- Sleeping is not permitted in the
building.
- Photography, audio recording, or video
recording is not permitted. The Library
retains the right to record or photograph
events or programs for promotional purposes.
- Indecent exposure, engaging in, or the
soliciting of a sexual act will result in
immediate removal and possible criminal
charges.
- The Library has the right to remove
anyone having no apparent library-related,
lawful business in the Library.
Bringing any containers, packages, bundles,
shopping carts, or wheeled conveyances
exceeding 24”x18”x6” into the building is
prohibited, with the exception of
wheelchairs and baby strollers/carriages.
Unattended items will be treated as
suspicious packages.
- Monopolizing library space, blocking or
impeding access to interior or exterior
walkways, entrances, tables, and common
areas, physically or with any item is
prohibited.
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*Library employees are authorized to bring
to an individual’s attention any act or omission
which violates these rules. The individual will
be asked to change the problem behavior to
conform to the rules. If such change is not
evident or forthcoming, the individual will be
asked to leave Library property. Failure to
leave when asked may result in the police being
called and a possible charge of criminal
trespassing |
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Computer AND
LAPTOP Policy Use: |
Acceptable use of the computer and laptop
resources at the Easton Area Public Library will
be in accordance with access to different types
of information for the primary purposes of
education, research, and lifelong learning.
These resources are made available to all
citizens within the library’s service area and,
secondarily, to those outside the Library’s
service area.
Requirements:
For those residing within the Library’s service
area, a current and valid library card is
required. Patrons must use their own cards to
access library computers. Those outside the
Library’s service area with a valid Pennsylvania
or New Jersey driver’s license or other form of
photo ID can obtain a three month computer use
only card. Those outside the Library’s service
area beyond Pennsylvania or New Jersey can
obtain a guest pass with a valid driver’s
license or other form of photo ID.
Within the Library:
In compliance with the CIPA Act, internet
stations are filtered as per 47 U.S.C. 254 (h)
and (l). Use of library computers and laptops
must follow the guidelines of all networks
accessed. In addition to resource access, the
Library provides office applications, research
applications, and educational software. Patrons
MAY NOT download or run software not installed
by the Library.
Inappropriate Use:
Computers and laptops MAY NOT be used to conduct
any illegal activities including, but not
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- Accessing explicit sexual content as
defined in 19 PA C.S. 5903
- Gambling
- Fraud
- Copyright violations, including Bit
Torrent and other peer-to-peer downloading
sites
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Such activities will be subject to
prosecution by local, state, and federal
authorities. Library privileges may be suspended
or revoked for violation of this policy.
Wifi: The Library offers free wifi within its
buildings.
Wifi users are bound by the policy outlined
here.
Disclaimers
Terms of Use:
The following are the property of their
proprietor and/or subsidiaries, affiliates,
assigns, licensors, or other respective owners
and are protected without limitation, pursuant
to U.S. and foreign copyright and trademark
laws, and cannot be reproduced for commercial
use of any kind including, but not limited to
the following: |
- Software
- Design
- Text
- Images
- Photographs
- Illustrations
- Audio clips
- Video clips
- Artwork
- Graphic material
- Other copyrightable elements and the
selection and arrangement thereof
- Trademarks, service marks, and trade
names
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Content:
The internet and its resources may contain
material which is controversial, incomplete, or
inaccurate. The Easton Area Public Library is
not responsible for material accessed via its
computers, laptops, or wifi and cannot censor
access to, nor protect patrons from, offensive
content. Parents/guardians of minors must assume
responsibility for their children’s use of the
internet through the Library’s connection.
Operation:
Library computers and laptops are regularly
maintained to ensure reliable operation. The
Library is not responsible for any losses due to
computer operation, viruses, or other equipment
failure.
Privacy:
While every attempt is made to keep all
information passing to and from our systems
private, patrons must assume that any
information transmitted or received is not
private. The Easton Area Public Library does not
monitor normal usage of our systems, but will
fully cooperate with legal authorities in the
investigation of illegal activities, including
turning over usage logs and records upon receipt
of proper warrants or subpoenas. For additional
information regarding privacy and
confidentiality, please see the Electronic
Communications Act of 1986, the
Telecommunications Act of 1998, and the U.S.A.
Patriot Act (PL 107-56). |
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Youth Services Computer
Use Policy |
In order to comply with the CIPA Act, in
addition to the Easton Area Public Library
Computer Use Policy, children and their
guardians must agree to the following:
To meet the informational and educational needs
of our young patrons, Easton Area Public Library
offers computers for word processing,
research,games and activities, and email. The
computers are equipped with filtering software
to guard against objectionable sites. It is
important, however, for guardians to understand
that no blocking software is foolproof and
filtering can prevent some programs from being
used.
Computers in the Youth Services Department are
available to anyone who holds a valid Youth
Services EAPL library card. Those over the age
of 18 are required to use the computers in the
Adult computer area unless caring for a child
under 13.
Preschoolers (those under 5 years of age) may
use a parent/guardian’s card under direct card
owner supervision.
In addition, adults accompanied by children are
permitted to use the Adult computer in the Youth
Services department while they monitor their
children. All Computer & Laptop Use Policy rules
must be followed by adults using these
computers, and in addition may not allow a child
to use the Adult computer.
Terms of Use:
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- Caregivers/parents/guardians are
responsible for monitoring the technology
usage of all children under 13 in their
care. The Library will not deny access to
technology to any child; this is the
responsibility of the caregiver.
- Only the person whose card was used to
make the reservation may use the computer.
- Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and other
social media platforms are not permitted
- Any chatting on the internet violates
the CIPA Act and is not allowed.
- There are computers designated for
adults with children that require
supervision in the Youth Services room.
These adults must follow the Youth Services
Computer Policy.
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