This review is based on the toddler section since I only come here for my kids. We started over a…read moreyear ago when my kids were 2 and 4. There's a separate room just for kids which is a nice perk of this branch. The room houses books for all kids with a small section of hard picture books (which my 2 year old peruses), a wall of graphic novels for young readers (which neither of my kids are ready for) and then aisles of other reads for mostly ages 5 and up. There are also 2 computers with kids games and a fish tank. There are a few rounded kids tables with chairs and my least favorite... a dirty stained couch. As of now, we have been here maybe 6 times. The space is always clutter free and organized and there's usually not a lot of other people there. I have asked the staff a few times to help find books and sometimes they are less than friendly which makes me feel like a burden. Other times they are helpful and willing so it depends who's working that day. They have a no late fee policy which is great, and they automatically renew your books if they are late. Overall, this is one or the lesser exciting libraries I've taken my family, but it works for what we need.

Friendly staff help check out some crayons for my kids while their stay and another staff help set…read morethe kid computers right for them to learn some ABC's while I can get some work done. Love how they have a large beautiful fish tank in the children's room so they can relax a bit and watch the fishes after reading book/ playing computer.

I grew up in Daly City but have never been to this library location…read more I Came by on Thursday about 2:45. Walked by the front desk and saw 3 employees sitting there. No one looked up. Not a greeting or asked if I needed help locating anything. The library employees that is located on Southgate Ave, are very helpful and friendly

This library is too loud for me. The front desk girls talk too loud like they're in a get together…read more It makes it hard to focus and study. You can smell the old books in here as well.

Smallest San Francisco public library. Has everything as expected: books for different age groups,…read moremedia, printer/scanner, a computer lab, and a kids table. Dedicated Chinese and Spanish language sections for books and media. The librarians are very welcoming and helpful. Very small library so it is hard to get around much. No sofa or arm chairs for reading. Only cubicles with computers and wooden chairs. Bathrooms are upstairs. There is also a "storytelling room" upstairs and a computer lap.

I found the lady at the front desk rude. Caucasian woman, using a black mask. I asked if I could…read morerent a conf room to take a nap and she explained there was no sleeping in the library. I said I understood, I was just trying to kill time and made my way upstairs. I kid you not, they rounded 4 times to the computer room in 25mins. I was the only person up there. She came up 3 times and sent someone else who nervously said "I was just checking" when I said "how you doing" and before she scurried out. I almost felt bad for the young lady, but didn't appreciate the former surveilling me when they already have a camera upstairs. They can check if someone was sleeping, which I wasn't. Library itself is small with at least 3 staff that I noticed. They also seemed to be more concerned about someone possibly napping the someone blasting music inside the library.

First time visiting Merced Library! After our movie at Regal Stonestown, we decided to stop by for…read morestorytime. The library was cute, clean, and well-organized. What really caught both my son's and my attention were the display bugs, caterpillars, and gecko--something we had never seen in a library before! We didn't get a chance to explore the entire library, but we enjoyed our visit and hope to come back again soon.

Fantastic library tucked away right behind Stonestown. It's a perfect getaway from the chaos and…read morethe noise. I read here for almost 2 hours and almost forgot to pick up my children from school. Their fireplace reading nook makes it even more cozier to read. If it's sunny outside you can also enjoy their outdoor patio and read on the bench. This library has a great children's section, too! They also have a reptilian pet in the glass case. The librarians are friendly and the bathrooms are clean. Due to recent plumbing issues you'll need to ask the front desk for the key. This is a must visit if you love libraries!

Really nice big library with lots of seating on all levels. The lobby level has a Pete's coffee in…read moreit with lots of seating if you prefer to do some reading and studying in an area where you can eat/drink. The first few floors of the library aren't too quiet, which I prefer, but the 4th level and higher are quiet study areas. There are also plenty of electrical outlets, but they are scattered throughout along the walls and floor (not built into the tables like what more modern libraries have.) I'm not a SFSU student, but was able to come here with no issues to get some work and studying done. There is very limited paid parking around the area and the free street parking is impossible to find, but if your mobile and capable enough you can park unlimited for free at the mall up the street and walk over (it was about a 15 minute walk.) There are also several muni and bus stops in the area, so public transportation is probably more ideal. I like getting my steps in, so I parked at the mall and walked over. There is free guest wifi in the library for non-students. You just need to sign up for it with your name and email address, and the system emails you a one time password to use. The wifi is surprisingly slow, considering that this is on a college campus and I'm sure there are many students that rely on needing good internet speeds for their courses and studies.

Back in the day, this library was just like any other municipal library. After the renovations,…read morethis place is way more inviting for the student who need a quiet place to study or form groups for meetings and presentations. Similar to that of an office. After the renovations, this place feels more like a miniature IT campus similar to that of Apple or google. And the library gets super busy especially during midterms and finals. Surprisingly there's a Help Desk where you can get a loaner laptop, you have basic computer questions. Basically this is a good place to start for your studying needs.

We took Waymo to Excelsior because hubby didn't want to walk up hill anymore and it was like 2.2…read moremiles from Visitation branch. It's got children section, teen, CD, movies, laptops to borrow, copy machine, restrooms. Small patio in the back. Good for folks in the neighborhood.

The San Francisco library in my neighborhood told me I can't post any PLB related flyers. The…read morelibrary employee told me, "you can't post any of your documents to our community board." It was kinda my fault for not asking first hand. Before placing it randomly on the table. But at the same time, they were treating me low-key like a pariah. When there's other people posting cool stuff on the table of flyers and all. But I was being "it is what is is" towards that library employee, even though I didn't necessarily agree with that. They didn't give me a specific reason for not allowing me too. Maybe they didn't like the content of the promotional materials related to Patrick Lew Band. I don't do PG rated music or Youtube videos. But I see how it is. That's fine with me. The good thing is, they didn't ban my printing privileges at any San Francisco library. If that were the case, that's when all the boundaries are crossed. I go to the library often to print documents online on my computer. I utilize most of my library visits in San Francisco for that alone. I print online at the library a lot because I don't like the cost and maintenance of printing things directly at home. But they do have a good selection of physical media here. I actually like this location more than the Ingleside branch because it's more spaced out and not as narrow in size and area. I only give this branch the 3 star review because of the lady who worked here who insisted I cannot place any of my band's flyers here anymore, based on experience dealing with her.

IMHO I had to go to…read morea SF Public library to obtain a library card, in order to have digital access to the New York Times. I like playing their word games and puzzles and used to have access through my San Jose Public Library card, but due to budget cuts, they limited access to the NYT's games. I figured my solution was to get a card that gave full access! San Francisco, here I come! As I walked through the doors of this small neighborhood library, I was brought back to my childhood, where these small libraries had tall wooden bookshelves, Dewey decimal system wooden card drawers, and heavy-duty wooden study tables and chairs. What great memories! After securing my new library card (with a SF 49ers theme!) I was re-acquainted on how to access my NYT's! My librarycard is good for four years after which I will need to renew!

For those who are Android challenged: Saturday between 1 to 4 pm, they have lovely high school…read morevolunteers who are there to teach, guide, and problem solve. You sign up at the library desk. You can call in to make a reservation. It's wonderful because I maxed out my cell phone storage. This is a conundrum. Yelping without pictures. Oh no. I brought along a memory stick. I just needed to figure how to transfer pictures. My high school senior was really patient with me. My own tutor. What a great program. Forgot to ask her name but she has the prettiest nails. Their restroom was fairly clean.

Checked out Glen Park library it's across the street from Glen Park Bart station. There's coffee…read moreshop, La Corneta taqueria, Gialina Pizzeria nearby. Ground floor entrance I took the stairs up. Bathrooms on top floor. Small library with children's section, teen section, books, magazines, DVD, CDs, newspapers. Very convenient for folks that live nearby.

Back again at the Glen Park Public Library. Things kind of changed since my last review. Although…read moremost of my reading content is more on the audio and digital side it is also good to grab a paperback or paper magazine and read different subjects from time to time . They have good magazine selection . You also have people double it as a remote office space ( Like the Founder of the Silk Road did before he got caught) but silence is always appreciated or the Librarians will let you know. This place has good workshops on different topics including art and culture . They also meet here for Shut up & Write group. There is a movie club for grown ups which will feature the film " Party Girl" next month. A good overall community based San Francisco Library. Consistent with improvements. New adventures your mind can embark At the San Francisco Public Library at Glen Park