In our ongoing effort to make the CPCC Libraries a more inviting and relaxing place for study and leisure, the libraries allow consumption of nonalcoholic beverages and food on a limited basis in public areas of the library. To help preserve our collections, protect our equipment/furnishings and facility from unnecessary damage or repairs, we ask that library users be considerate of others and accept personal responsibility for adhering to this policy.
Policy:
Only baked goods, light pre-packaged snack foods, fresh fruit and nonalcoholic beverages are permitted. Delivery of outside food or meals from fast food or take out establishments are NOT permitted. Anyone found in violation of policy will be asked to remove their food and/or leave the library. We appreciate your assistance in helping us keep the libraries a clean and inviting place!
The following categories of foods and drinks are acceptable and will be allowed in the public areas of the library:
>>Baked goods including muffins, biscotti, brownies, cookies, scones, doughnuts, etc.
>>Fresh fruit in the natural skin (i.e. apples, bananas, pears, etc)
>>Pre-packaged snack foods such as crackers, chips, nuts (shelled), candy, etc.
The following categories of foods are NOT acceptable and will NOT be allowed in the public areas of the library:
>>Aromatic hot foods or /meals such as sandwiches, meals from fast food or take out establishments. This includes pizza, burgers, fried chicken, French fries, fish, etc.
>>Foods that require subsequent preparation (i.e. adding condiments, shelling nuts, dipping sauces, etc.) Exceptions: adding of cream and sugar for coffee and possibly cream cheese for bagels if sold on site. Preparation must be completed at the point of sale.
>>Fruit cups such as fruit cocktail or melon cups
>>Ice cream