If we had a public library with a view of the water like this one, we may never leave. We'd just…read morecheck out books and read in front of that terrific landscape in the background. In the air conditioning on a hot summer day. We came to the library to see a juggling show and were not disappointed. James Reid had parents and kids and other visitors in awe and wonder and laughing at times. Great juggling skills. Earned a word for our summer reading program, too. Definitely worth the drive over from Mesa. Really nice building. Great layout for the books they offer. Next to the "big room" where we saw the juggling we also found a little used book library. Grabbed us up a handful of books to read. Fantastic visit.

This library is located near the Surprise civic center. There is a lovely pond and trail just…read moreoutside of it. You can enjoy the view from the large picture window within the facility. Although I am not a resident of Surprise or Arizona for that matter, I was able to sign up for a free library card. I even got to choose my library card design that was created by residents in an annual contest. They have a variety of services here that you will find at other libraries across the country. You can check out physical books or download the Surprise Library app and find links to the Hoopla and Libby apps for free digital content downloads including movies, TV shows, podcasts, audiobooks, music, and more. They have laptops and WiFi devices available, but there seems to be a very long wait for these. People can check them out for a 3-week period. You can also use computers there at the facility. I loved seeing a group of friends playing games at a table. There was also a Seed Library for people wanting to grow their own plants. The Library of Things (LOTs) seems to be popular for kids to checkout toys. My favorite item was the cultural pass. They had available passes to a variety of museums and cultural establishments. You could checkout a pass and use it within a seven day period. I wanted to checkout the free pass to the Phoenix Art Museum. Unfortunately, this branch didn't have one available at the moment I came in, but the staff was kind enough to direct me to another branch that had it and they held it for me since they knew I was on my way. The pass was good for two free admissions to the art museum. This saved us over $50. What an amazing service offering! There are countless events on the calendar, especially for young families. It's definitely worth visiting your local branch to find entertainment and educational resources to enrich your life.

Very nice library, Great to go outside when it's hot. Good books and good people. I like the…read morevending machines.

I really enjoy the library. The Internet is super fast here however it is conveniently located next…read moreto a community college so you will find a hard time getting a table. There are also numerous homeless people inside the library which also seemed to hoard the tables. There is a large selection of books. They are doing a remodel, so the library will be closed here soon for a few months.

Honestly one of the most beautiful views in a library that I have ever experienced! All the windows…read moreshow a full 360 view of the desert (White Tank Mountains), and it is breathtaking! The staff are soft spoken and kind, the environment is quiet and relaxed, and they have a great selection of seeds for your garden. The parking lot is abundant, and the White Tank Nature Center shares an entrance with them. I plan to visit every time I'm out!

We've been here 3 times since we've moved here and it has become our favorite library! The big…read morewindows with the scenic view was a power move! It's clean, has plenty of sitting areas, and a book selection that is great for both adults and children! Lastly, the staff has always been welcoming, helpful, and kind! When school resume this will continue to be our go to library.

I stopped by for toddler time on a Tuesday. Toddler time was packed! At least 30 littles where in…read moreattendance. The kids area is not very big so if not absolutely necessary I wouldn't bother bringing a stroller, the toys are a little grungy and old but they get the job done. My kids loved the kitchen area and train table (not pictured) - and they have A LOT of dvds and kids books.

Came to the Foothills Library for an awards ceremony. This review is more for the facilities than…read morethe library and the selection. Ample parking. Even with the nearby park, there was plenty of parking for those visiting the library. The room we were in was to the left upon entering the first set of doors. The room is a little dated. That being said, the room was clean. Plenty of chairs were provided for the space. Microphone worked. The meeting space is far enough away from the regular part of the library that the two areas do not have an effect on each other. Restrooms were close by.

I was in and because of the wide variety of books. I was back out in about two minutes. No joke.read more

The Sunrise Mountain Library is so great! The activities, classes, and workshops offered in the…read moreCommunity Classroom are awesome! LOTS of covered parking too!! :)

I was immediately greeted by two ladies at the front desk with hellos and smiling eyes (couldn't…read moresee their actual smiles because we were all in masks-Covid). Amy was the friendly woman that helped me. First of all you need to know I have not had a library card for a lllooonnggg time. No reason just didn't have one. I have reached an age where buying books is just ridiculous. As soon as I read a book I donate or pass it on to a friend. I don't need a shelf of books. I also travel a lot and need to utilize ebooks more often. So back to Amy. She patiently told me how to access the local library when I'm in town and want an actual book but she also explained how to use Overdrive when I'm traveling to obtain ebooks. The library itself is small but well lit and just feels inviting. I know I will be using it for many years to come and am thankful it is here in El Mirage.

This is a small, lively neighborhood library with lots of computers and lots of children from the…read more elementary school across the street playing games on those computers during non-school hours. There is a nice, colorful area for tots and toddlers with books and computers just for them. That section is very well designed, I think; it reminds me of the seat in a bay window because of the way it is built. Even though there are many windows with a lot of sun coming in, it's still slightly claustrophobic because the windows are so cramped from top to bottom, with dark blinds to try to kill the glare, you can't really see outside in any direction. There is almost always a good selection of newly released DVDs in a wire rack on the librarians' desk. Of course, like all libraries, they have CDs and magazines as well. The staff is always great. There are few books in this location, maybe because it is so small. The bathrooms -- one toilet each -- are always kept nice. The parking lot is covered, and it's the best-guarded I have seen in such a small town -- due to the close proximity of the courthouse, there are cameras all over the place. It's ghetto fabulous!

Je regrette tous ce temps et, je me demande pourquoi ne pas connaitre cette librairie depuis si…read morelongtemps. Merci pour votre accueil et cette bonne relation inter-humaine.

This is an awful library. I came by to study in a quiet environment and there were people talking…read morethe entire time. One woman was on the phone right behind me having a full blown Conversation while I was trying to read. 2 teens behind me were playing some sort of card game that required them to talk endlessly about the rules. If you are looking for a quiet place to read, study, or use a computer--consider going to one of the better funded libraries.

This is also the second time I have come here as a Maricopa College student, but I have something…read moreto share. 1. If you are a Maricopa College student, you can access the computers here for studying because they share the same systems. 2. There are only four Mac computers in the library, and they do not support Adobe software for students doing homework. I hope they will improve this for Digital Arts students. 3. I really enjoy the small space for students using iPads or small devices; I saw there are both of them. 4. I know the policy about no food and no drinks in the computer area, but I am very careful. In other Maricopa Colleges, staff often respect students' feelings about this. Please be lenient with me, like with your own child. As a student in the Maricopa College system, not currently enrolled at GCC, I hope you listen and work to improve the library's quality to make it better.

The librarians can help you guide you to find proper information for any assignment. Overall, it…read moreis a very library for a Community College.