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    Alafaya Branch - Orange County Library System

    3.9 (26 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Julio H.

    This is a good library, with friendly people, and clean. I never come and sit down here because there aren't any private areas. I do not think that periodicals are available, or magazines. There is a room for instruction, there may be two actually but I am not sure. This is a small place, so not much is available. The CD and DVD collection are quite large, I guess people still use that type of media. There are computers available for internet browsing or job hunting, and printers also. I mainly use the library system and order online for books to be delivered here. This is not a quick process, but it is free to residents of Orange County. I could write a review for the OCLS, which would get poor ratings and that doesn't belong here, but it is enough to mention that OCLS is deficient in many areas, specially the book buying program.

    Vanessa A.

    I go to this branch often to return books, they have a return drive thru windows that works perfectly for me and for my family, I often go with my daughter to pick up children books and music. Before the pandemic we used to take advantage of the programs they had specially for children, my only complain is that it doesn't have much places to work in and study and since there are not separate areas of study it can get loud if you want sit down, and read or work, This is comparing to some others branches that have private rooms and silent areas. Other than that, it has wi-fi, computers, the service has always been excellent.

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    Michelle C.

    First off, consider that I'm from Puerto Rico and we rarely have public libraries. We do have private libraries or libraries located within Universities and colleges; but the concept of having access to free books/movies and Cds was only something I've heard off and watch through different movies and TV programs. So coming to this first library is my first and only impression of a public library. With that said... I am VERY impressed. But let me talk about the Pros and Cons... Pros: Even though this is a small library, it's location is very convenient (Colonial Drive, East of Orlando and 10-15 minutes away from UCF; considering traffic). They offer different events, classes and activities for Adults, teens and children. The library offers free Wifi, a library card which you will need to use their wifi, check-out items and attend events. If you do not have a wireless device, there are, at least, 20 computers for public use. They even provide access to a printer. They have a small, but quaint children's area and an are in the back considered a "study spot", where people are encouraged (through labels and signs) to be as quiet as possible. One of their most appealing features is the fact that they have a "Drive-thru" for when you are returning an item and there's even a drop off box for you to drop items during "after hours". Also, they have a respectable section of comics and graphic novels (The geek in me has to point this out!) Cons: One of downsides to this library (of course, in my opinion), is the fact that their selections in some of their departments are very outdated, depressing and even demeaning. Take psychology for example (my professional field)... Their selection has but a few Self-help books (which most of them are more than a few years old) and rarely any academic book. I'm currently studying for my licensing exam in psychology and I looked for any book that could help me review key terms. Even while looking through their databases, I only found one electronic book, from a few years back) that discussed basic psychology. Considering that the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders recently released their most updated version, (DSM 5), which has several and significant changes, I find their lack of updated material concerning. Second and last downside would be that they often neglect to emphasize to the public that it IS a library and silence and lower toned voices are encouraged. More often than not, you will see people gathering to chat, people talking loudly on the phone and kids running around. I can't blame the children.... but I wish the staff would be a bit more strict and open about encouraging people to respect the fact that they are in a library. Finally, since they are a small county library, their operation hours are a bit limited, however, they are open everyday.

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    Dana H.

    I'm a frequent visitor to this location of the Orange County Library system. It's a clean and friendly library with tons of resources at hand. There's about 20 or so computers that you can use for free. They have lots of special events and story readings for kids. Their children's section is small, but has a large selection of books for the kiddies of all ages. I went by a couple of weeks ago and there was a lady dressed up as a character from one of the stories, reading to a group of little ones. I'm all about activities that instill a love of reading in the youngsters! I wouldn't really suggest this as a place for quiet study. It's a small location and it's almost always busy. There's a few tables scattered behind the stacks that you can use... but for me there's just too much noise going for my taste. The best thing about O.C. Libraries in general, is their free delivery service. You can log on to their website and search their whole inventory of books. You can request the book (or DVD or CD) and they will ship it directly to your doorstep, free of charge! This solves the problem of sometimes not being able to find the book you need at the location nearest to your home.

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    Winter Park Library

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    4.3(51 reviews)
    10.0 mi

    Been wanting to come here for sometime now but I always forget about coming. I was looking for a…read morespot to read and that's when I remembered the library. Upon arriving, there was parking all around the building. After I parked, I noticed there was a round about to walk around outside and a couple spots by the ponds to read! I went inside the library, and it was very organized. Spots around downstairs and upstairs to study or read. There were private rooms for rent. For the most part, I was able to read and concentrate. However, towards the end, there were kids upstairs that were being loud and I couldn't concentrate anymore. I didn't know this library was different than the Orange County library. I thought it was the same, but thankfully, getting a new library card was simple. I found the 2 books I was looking for! There's book returns both inside and outside of the library! My favorite thing about this spot is the architecture outside!

    We were actually here to attend their annual "Books & Boots" event. I love this library so much…read more This library is huge. There are so many books and I love the layout. Because of the unique architecture, there are several floors and it feels like a magical maze inside. There are small areas throught to read, explore and use your computer. There's even a little multimedia section! There is also a special events center next door, connected by a little patio area. The staff here are so helpful and friendly! The location is so bright and clean that you can't help but feel happy the moment you walk in! Happy adventures to you!!

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    4.2(15 reviews)
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    I enjoyed going to this library branch when I was younger…read more When I registered to vote, this was the location we would go to after the Herndon branch closed. I didn't really go to this location to borrow books or anything, but it was nice to visit!

    I'm a huge library nerd. Always have been since elementary school when my dad first took me to the…read moremassive South Beach library on 14th street (It's no longer there anymore :( ) and that day, I checked out the book limit which was 20 books. Did I read all the books? No, but as a 7-year-old who hardly went out anywhere, that place was paradise. That's why the public library system is such a valuable asset; especially where children are involved. It keeps them out of trouble and in a place where they can actually learn something. Fast forward to many years later and my heart still skips a beat whenever I enter a Library. This Library in particular is small when compared to other libraries in central Florida, but it's also one of the newer ones so it's clean, well kept, and has a Lab room, but also a Technology room should you sign up for one of their courses. Which by the way is completely free. I try to take advantage of that when I can, just the other day I took a: "How to make a book charm class", and it was a delightful experience. I've seen that you can even learn how to program video games if you wish to go down that avenue, or if you wanted to, you could sign up to become familiar with various computer programs, even how to build a web-site, all free, why would you not take advantage of that? Other than books, you are able to check out DVD's and movies here as well. The staff is super friendly here, definitely will be back.

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