Dauphin County Library System strengthens the community by promoting literacy and providing resources and services for information, education, and recreation. The Library builds community and transforms lives by connecting people, ideas, and opportunities. Guiding Principles: Upholding the principle of free speech and to opposing the restriction or suppression of ideas, information, or artistic expression; Serving all people, regardless of age, race, religion, gender, physical ability or economic status; Providing free basic services to all and making prudent decisions about those services; Being fully accountable for all funds we receive; Promoting a lifelong love of learning.