This is such a cute library. From the wonderful volunteers to the awesome historic collection it…read morereally has something for everyone. I've always passed it going up and down Old San Jose, but I had time to stop in and I got a library card the second that I could. Everything is by the books and you won't find a computer to save your life. I think that is what gives it the unique charm that most libraries don't have. 10/10

Soquel Porter Memorial Library is an all-volunteer effort to provide library services to the…read morecommunity. It was begun by pioneer descendants in 1912 and has been kept open (except in times of flooding) ever since. When it was ordered closed after passage of Proposition 13 in 1978, the people of Soquel fought to keep it open. It functions like a regular library under the guidance of several (retired) volunteer librarians who are highly skilled. Volunteers accept books and must decide which are suitable for cataloging in the collection. Volunteers deal with county regulations. Volunteers sweep the floors. Volunteers keep the doors open on a regular schedule. Sometimes volunteers get grouchy, but they perform a tremendous service for the town of Soquel. It is the little library that could.

I have been a patron of this local branch since moving here in '88. They have a friendly, very…read moreknowledgeable staff, led by Tammy. The facility is packed with a variety of media, many computers, and innovative ways to engage the public like virtual reality and 3D printing. Perfect for our community.

I love our small community library. They offer so many things besides books…read more Dvds, cds, up to date magazines and newspapers. You can fax from here and use their printers for 15¢ a copy. Free computer use and help if you get stuck. They have atleast 10 computers to choose from so you rarely hate to wait to use one. Homework help center for the children. Which is a really valuable resource for the children of our community. It's like getting a tutor for free. Community movie nights with free popcorn. Used book sales. Used magazine sales.

Visited during the Art & Wine Festival - glad I finally got to see the beautiful library from the…read moreinside! Gorgeous interior, wide variety if dedicated areas (children's books & area, quiet zones, study pods, tech lab, reading rooms, +), very friendly & knowledgeable staff, brightly lit w/great views of outdoors, quiet patio area that leads to dedicated parking, NUMI, & Friends of Library bookstore. Looking forward to going back soon!

A hidden gem of a library! Los Gatos library is the only one of its kind and is on their own…read morelibrary card system. Books, media, even laptops are checked out and can only be checked back in at the library! What draws our family to the LGL is the beautiful and unique space it's created for little learners, studios students, and the working professionals! Love the tech station that provides access to a 3D printer and their summer reading program which has encouraged my littles to stick their noses into books as their activity if choice this summer! Bravo Los Gatos Library!

Castroville branch library was clean & organized. Quiet and wonderful to read or study in…read more Thank you, staff.

I'm writing a review because 3 out of 5 stars has NOT been my experience. I've been going to this…read morelibrary pretty frequent for more than a year. The staff is extremely helpful, knowledgeable and attentive. The library is always clean, quiet and has awesome things to offer aside from checking out a book. They don't deserve a 3 star in my opinion. I thought I'd jump on here so the current review can reflect what this library really should be..a five. Good day

Though I live in Hollister, I thought that it would be a good idea to obtain a library card for the…read moreSan Juan Library. It's a lot smaller than the county library in Hollister, but it's a very nice and friendly atmosphere. Even if I don't get to this library as often as the one in Hollister, I feel having a card fro both is a good idea. The library assistant was very friendly and helped me get a card. To get one you need something with proof of your address, such as a bill statement. Worth going to. Will try to use it when I can get there.

Teaching for the KIDS DISCOVERY CAMP, one week long 9a-12p camp for local students 3-7th grade…read more June 22-27 2015 is about local Native americans - Costanoan Ohlone Mutsun - lead by Kanyon Sayers-Roods and Heather Leeder.

We had a great day at BFC Soccer game this pass Sat afternoon with my son Natan. My son…read moreparticipates with special Olympics group with Earthquakes. Go Quakes!!

This is a fantastic neighborhood library. What I particularly like about this library system is the…read moreonline access. You can order books, see what books are on the shelves and available, get access to E reader and audiobooks for free and so much more!

I go to this school and I get books from the library the lady who works there she is so nice to…read morethere she is so sweet when you get the books all you need is your Student ID so she can scan the barcode she is really nice I recommend going there if you ever get joined in the school just go to the library when you get your book and go to class that's all you need to know :)

We love our local library! It is clean, beautiful, and the books are well- stocked. The librarians…read moreare always kind and friendly. The Friends of the Library also do some commendable work! Thank you for your hard work!

I had a very disappointing experience today, September 3, at the San Jose Almaden Branch Library…read more As a resident of the Almaden area for more than 15 years, I have used this library frequently for working and studying and have always appreciated having it as a community resource. Today was my first time reserving one of the group meeting rooms because I had an important Zoom meeting scheduled from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. With the assistance of a library staff member, I successfully reserved the room and received an email confirmation. About five minutes after my Zoom meeting had started, the branch manager interrupted my meeting and told me that I needed to leave because the room belonged to someone else. Since I saw that a group of children was waiting to use the room, I cooperated and left without arguing. After my meeting, however, I showed the manager my confirmation email, which clearly demonstrated that I had reserved the room correctly. I was then told that there had been a system error and that the room had been double-booked. What I found most upsetting was not the system error itself, but the way the situation was handled. Before asking me to leave in the middle of my meeting, the manager did not check my confirmation email or first verify whether I had made a valid reservation. Instead, I felt that it was immediately assumed that I was the one who had made a mistake. As an Asian woman, I also could not help but wonder whether I was being treated differently, particularly because the other party involved was white. I cannot know the manager's intention, but the interaction left me feeling uncomfortable, dismissed, and disrespected. I understand that technical errors and double bookings can happen. However, I believe the appropriate response would have been to first verify both reservations, explain the situation respectfully, and work with both parties to find a solution rather than abruptly asking one person to leave an ongoing meeting. After being a longtime resident and regular user of this library, I was extremely disappointed by today's experience. I hope the library will review both its room reservation system and how staff handle situations like this so that all patrons are treated with courtesy, fairness, and respect.