Staff are always helpful. Good space with rooms, tables, computers and printers. Clean and quiet.read more

Richview, what to say about you. It's large branch that was once divided between three floors. The…read morebasement was their kid section which was flooded out a few summer ago. They have build up their kid's section since at beggining it was a small collection on second floor but now it's pretty decent. The organization of this library always did confuse me, half the non fiction was on main floor and other one section and even on second floor the layout confuses you. It goes around the edge to middle? Poor planning if you ask me. The main floor is composed of a few things, their main desk, circulation and reference. an open computer area, half the non fiction and fiction section as well a teen area. The teens seem to be a bit of an nuisance here but it seem like staff know but dont do much. They also have single use washroom, both mens and womens and vending machine. Not that I would use the machines but I can see why they have the, This branch is in a residental area and the close plaza is 10/15 min walk (not that it has anything worth going for) The second floor is their quiet floor and they have separate study room (group room not single) and a quiet computer room. They are much better enforcing the quiet rule up there so it a good spot to study. The have washroom up here too, a galley like area where they may feature art and a meeting room for programs but it can double as study room when not in use. All in all, it's one of my favourite branches, the staff are pretty helpful thou I do find the security guard sometime rude but I heard he's been there for a while so I guess I just have put up with him. Atleast he does his job but he's too serious and rude at times.

Apparently Woodbridge Library share the same parking lot as Market Lane Shopping Centre I got a…read morelittle confused with where the entrance as there is not much lighting. Woodbridge Library is a lot smaller than what I expect but at least the library itself is clean and spacious. There are free computer terminals for anyone to use if you don't have your own laptops. Free Wifi access always great for out of towners like me that don't have a library card!!

This is a nice little library. It's somewhat on the small side, and they don't have an amazing…read moreselection of books, but it's located right in Market Lane which gives the area a nice village-y feel. There are a couple of levels inside; a small waiting area when you first get in, the main area with computers, books, and the service desks, a lower level with fiction books, and an even lower level with some more books and some studying desks. There are a few chairs scattered throughout, so you can settle down and read. It's not the largest library, so selection may be an issue, but for it's size it's a nice little place.

*Disclaimer: I am not a patron of this library as I neither live nor work in Richmond Hill…read more I'm in this library every so often to pick up a family member who works at the high school next door. The school is their primary client as they are literally connected with an attached school corridor. As such, as noted in other reviews, it's continually full of students. They created signage directed at them because of the rowdiness that can sometimes occur. Also, there are often parents with younger siblings waiting to pick up the secondary school children, so of you are aiming for a quiet, comforting place to relax and read, you might want to come when the school is closed. Also, the majority of seating is designed to use your own computer at a shared desk area with classroom type chairs. The few comfy chairs tend to be taken up quickly. It's pretty small, but there's good light from the large windows. There's public restrooms, but there's no water from a fountain. You'll have to pay an inflated price for the bottled water etc. from their vending machines. An earlier review said wifi is only available to patrons with a library card, but that is no longer the case. You can connect quickly and easily without one. I'd much prefer to use a larger library that caters to the public, or at least my little local library. With no fountains or enough comfy chairs, I can't last very long here.

I love to read so libraries hold a special place in my soul. I didn't even realize this library…read moreexisted. Its attached to a school. Location: At Leslie and Elgin mills where the school is! Parking: More parking than you could possibly need Decor: Vaulted ceilings lits of light. Its one giant room with a smaller room on the side. Has books and tables, computers, you know the typical library things Events: They have a lot of activities. They are for kids and adults. There are lots of pa day stuff and holiday activities. There's a crafting one for adults that's I've attended. Pintrested. A number of planting ones but some knitting, etc. I like it here and will be back

Next to the Reference Library, this is my favourite branch of the Toronto Public Library - mostly…read morethanks to the wicked awesome building it's situated in. Because it's a bit of an older building there's nothing particularly flash about this particular branch, but I think it's got quite a character of its own, especially with the odd round reading room on the south side of the building. Services are decent (they have a small bank of computers), there's a reasonable selection of stuff on shelves and they are a reasonable location to grab holds from. There's a bit of bottlenecking near the stairs/entrance if there's a bit of a lineup, but most of the rest of the building you won't find hard to get around. Unlike the Ref. Library - and despite the building's awesomeness - I generally don't aim to spend time here; just get my books and scoot. A short walk from bus/streetcar stops and St Clair West station makes this ideally situated. If it were open 7 days a week, I think I could squeeze in an extra star. [They do get bonus points for appearing in the Scott Pilgrim comics *and* movie though.]

*50th library review..... half way…read more Meh..... I have been two other branches that look like this Beaches and High Park so as far as unique looking it not anything special. So from first looks it was an appealing branch, one of older one in area that had a few renovation but it still looks like it once did decent size library despite it is 3 floor, it not that big overall the main floor is small, where the cirlication and kid section is, the second floor is adult area which had like 4 table to work at maybe half a dozen computer, seem like smaller then other two. The third floor is a mini floor with few tables and booth I will say my review would be better but it seem like this a noisy because of open concept, there seem to be a few crazy and drunk people, there seem to be machine that make noise one in a while, so isnt serene enviroment to study at but it not the worse I've been.

The high ceiling and window at the center of the library allows for lots of natural light to flood…read morein. Even as you move away from the center it is still very spacious and bright. Ventilation is good. The spaciousness kind of dampens the sound, like a vacuum lol. It was so incredibly quiet. Like I saw people's mouths moving, having conversations, but no sound. It had to be one of the best study sessions I've had. Even though I didn't come here to read, the shelves were so neatly organized. I liked that each shelf had one featured book on display. And I loved the long wooden tables with short lamps, kind of an ode old campus libraries. One thing I appreciate is the amount and variety of study space provided. Every spot is equipped with power outlets like a priority. Very study-oriented. Location-wise, the fact that it's next to Promenade Mall means food & drink is conveniently nearby, and you can return to resume studies. I'm not from this area; I've been kind of library-hopping recently lol; but this library definitely left a good impression and I would come back here if the chance arises.

Bathurst Clark Resource Library is located right behind Promenade Mall…read more Suburbs' libraries can be really boring especially in the newer subdivisions because I have to say Bathurst Clark Library really lacks any architectural value as a building itself. The inside though is quite nice.. high ceiling.. 2 storeys high.. really open and spacious. There are also some curious love seats... on the right hand side when you enter.. really popular with teenagers. Those have really heavy padded cushions, looks so comfy! I am not that lucky to have one of those lover's seats. However, there are tons of communal tables that have individual study lamps and power bars all wired underneath the tables.. that makes my search for power for my laptop really effortless! WIFI connection is stable and fast. If you do need to use their public computers, a library card is required to sign in. Vaughan's Public Library is the only libraries I been to that has computer terminals that are equipped with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Atmosphere here is more formal.. everyone are whispering and there are no kids running around! :)

It's a large library with lots of events - for children and otherwise. It can get crowded due to…read moreits location. Some after school club activities were good. Shoutout to librarian TIffany. It's great that they provide kids with snacks, thanks to the donors. My kid doesn't attend these every week, but for the ones she has attended, half were good, half were not. Some activities were not well managed: There was a time where my kiddo won a prize from a bingo game, she took a Frozen puzzle from the table after someone put it down, but that person's mother took it from her hands. My daughter cried and the librarian wouldn't do anything about it but give her a different keychain. Another time, the website listed a limit to how many kids could attend a specific after school club project, but they didn't enforce that limit. Even though, my daughter was one of the firsts to go in, they didn't call our table until the very last. She was quite upset with getting only two of the tubes (and other kids at our table only got 2 as well) instead of 3, that other kids who came later were able to get. They should have given out the tubes as people entered through the door instead. There were fighting over the colours too of the paper that covered it - maybe the kids could cover the tubes themselves. Another time, on the website, it said a Taylor Swift activity for all. Turns out the activity was only for teenagers, which my kid was too young for. She left disappointed.

I've found this library a nice, quiet space to work out of on days when I don't need to be on any…read morecalls. It's situated in a great neighbourhood with a lot of restaurants to go to for lunch and coffee shops to go to when you want a break. It's also not far from transit, so you could easily get here and leave. The only thing I think is missing from here is a meeting space where you could talk without disturbing others, however, given the size of this library, I understand why creating such a space likely isn't a priority.

This is one of the nicest library in the area of Markham. When I walked in I am so glad that my tax…read moremoney are putting into good use. Angus Glen Public Library is nice and roomy, with plenty of windows, skylights and high ceilings. There are plenty of seatings (sofas and seats) so you can just lounge around or you can use the private rooms if you want to have some privacy. There are good selections of current paperbacks and best sellers. Most of them are in great conditions and some of them brand news since the library is only 3 years old or so. I really enjoy spending a hour or 2 on my day off having a cup of coffee and lounging around using their wifi internet and read some magazines. Of course the best thing is the free wifi!!!

Awesome friendly staff !! Big library with lots of comfortable seating. Clean and tidy…read more My daughter accidentally returned 3 books that she still needed for a project, through the drop box. We went to the desk clerk and explained what happened, and we asked her when do the books get reshelved so we can find them and sign them out again. She took her time and went to the drop box area and looked through all the books and found the ones my daughter needed and signed them out for us. Wow, 5 stars for customer service experience !!! Totally made our day. :) 4.5 stars - 5 stars for this library!!

This unique structure of this Brampton library has a very unique architecture and mostly uses…read moresunlight for some light and everything looks very clean. it also has free internet and so much places to charge anything (but it only can charge with a charger that has a brick) the chairs are so comfy and even the bathroom is well designed because most bathrooms don't have any design at all. people can go outside and read and this library actually helped me relax. this library is just the best 999999/10 rating 999999/5 stars

This library has absolutely beautiful architecture. The outside is silver with glass and looks…read morethoroughly modern. The inside is stunning, modern and makes you feel happy! The lights reminds me of moons and stars. Open concept space with comfy colourful seats and ledges that showcase books. You can also sit on the ledges below the moon and stars lighting as you can see in my pics. This is one fun library! They have 3D printing and button making for free on the daily!! There was a game by the kid section of the library and there was a sticker station (not sure if this is offered on the daily). The 3d printing allows you to make miniature toys and learn how to design your 3d art. There is a two hour limit on the 3d printing. Very enjoyable!