Wow--one of the best libraries I've visited! The remodeled space is spacious, inviting, and…read morerelaxing, with plenty of parking, including an underground garage. The staff are incredibly friendly and helpful. What impressed me most was how easy and organized the book donation process is. Donation carts are conveniently located in the garage underneath the library and accessible 24/7. They accept new or like-new books, including textbooks, and donation receipts are available above the carts if needed. Be sure to check out the monthly event calendar, too. There's something for everyone! A wonderful place to spend some quiet time and give your books a new home!

Library is pretty big. There's a free parking lot right in front. Quiet area…read more If you take elevator Upstairs there's a rotunda and a community room where a workshop was held. Very Large room plenty of space for many people San Mateo county libraries are amazing, Great programs offered In the teen section there's a cool vending machine and for $5 you can get a little craft kit

This review is only for the Musical Storytime for young kids in the morning (mainly geared towards…read more4 and under). Lynn, the librarian who does this musical storytime is entertaining and fun. She has the songs on the screen so you can follow along. It's great that she sings the same core songs so everyone gets to know them and sing along and enjoy. It's also great that she plays a clear ukelele while singing the songs. Occasionally she might have some simple instruments to share with the young ones. You can grab a blue mat to sit on the floor during the half hr story time. During the summer, the room gets pretty packed so it's advised that you arrive on time or seating is limited. It sometimes gets a little noisy because it's hard to keep young babies from screaming and crying, but it doesn't bother Lynn. She keeps going. Lynn reads a few books in between the singing. At the end, all of the little cuties go up to Lynn and get a sticker...something they all look forward to and enjoy.

The library is clean and well stocked. However when the teenage students come to the library after…read moreschool, they tend to get rowdy and talk loud in the back magazine area . They even answer their cellphones so loud. Brought it up to the librarian but these teenagers don't really listen. A few even had takeout food and were eating it there ! There needs to be quiet "reminder" signs and warnings given out to teenagers who are not behaving. Therefore it's difficult to even sit there and read the magazines or even other the magazines and find a quiet spot. All Libraries should be quiet Or have the rules changed ???

One of the better Libraries I've been to in awhile. It's very clean, the librarians are very…read moreknowledgeable and are always wanting to help you. I love taking my kids because they always have an activity for them and it makes them feel good afterwards.

This tiny library is actually the Hillsdale Branch of the San Mateo Library…read more Features: - DVDs check out for 1 week (instead of 3 weeks in bigger libraries) - closed on Friday and Sunday (somewhat irregular and limited hours) - small parking lot and street parking I'm glad this library is there (the more the better, IMO), but it's not the most dazzling library with its modest offering of materials.

Spacious large library with lots of space and community rooms to gather in. Many desktop computers…read morefor use for an hour or more. On the day I went, a large group was gathered in one of the rooms for what seemed to be a music recital show, where everyone watches one person (child) perform their instrument at a time. Good community Children's area with books and places to sit Very quiet and peaceful even on the weekend which you would think would be a lot busier Maybe because so much space to spread out you don't ever feel crowded Good selection of books. The arts and craft section had a good amount of choices Easy parking, free

This was such a beautiful library! There was a small cafe area, plenty of places to sit, and lots…read moreof computers. There was an interactive area for children to hang out, and there were plenty of conference rooms. It looked very updated and modern. Would recommend for studying or working.

I was here back in November and it was a very nice experience. It was close to a lot of nice…read moreplaces. This is a very large library wherein every individual section is bigger than other libraries. They also have a fine selection of books in Chinese. For locals they have a great place where nice events are held at this branch. Bathrooms are well maintained although there were a few glitches with the men's room. Not sure what happened but it was pretty minor. Unlike my local library printing is free. Yes I get mine has like budget issues but like how this one is very well stocked. Would come here again if I could Drawback: On Saturdays, it can be rowdy here because there will be kids of all ages wandering around. Younger kids can and may make a lot of noise.

Shoutout to the adult programs coordinators for the great classes like watercolor paint, Japanese…read moreart of floral arrangements, and calligraphy. All kinds of things you can learn. Check the calendar. Something cool is always happening at your local library The library is right across from the Leo Ryan park which took me a few yrs to realize even though I go to the lagoon all the time haha Parking is easy except for special event days because people who don't visit the library will park in their lot, despite the sign that tells people not to do that specifically

This is a wonderful resource for the Parkside community. The…read morestaff is always cheerful and helpful and go out of their way to help you find something. They also have fun contests for the kids at holidays. I love this library!

This is a small branch of the San Mateo Library. I'm a fan of libraries in general, so it gets 3…read morestars. It's not a swanky mega-library like some of the newer remodeled libraries around. Features: - many old school VHS (instead of DVD) materials on the shelves - many items check out for 1 week (instead of 3 weeks) - closed on Thursday and Sunday (somewhat irregular hours: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/-CYEwYmEb4l07BoIsIaFiQ?select=1EIFl73SXRzNYHypfjvC2Q

Employee Review - Admin assistant…read more I had the pleasure of working for NDNU's admissions and marketing team when they fully transitioned to a graduate university. Being a part of a huge shift was a learning experience and I was grateful to have had the support of several department heads. No one talked down to me or made me feel less than. Working on a campus surrounded by nature and spotting a deer on the daily brought me a sense of presence and peace that I enjoyed on my breaks. I would have stayed with NDNU but I moved out of the SF Bay Area. I enjoyed working with all the faculty and staff, but I especially enjoyed supporting current and future students. Though I was never a student I was impressed by the attention to furthering one's education by promoting small class sizes. What a way to feel seen and heard! Anywho, I'm rambling. If you have an opportunity to attend NDNU or work there, don't hesitate to apply. 4 stars because pay could be higher to meet cost of living in California.

I absolutely love this school. I will be walking the stage this Saturday, shaking hands, accepting…read moremy diploma, and tossing my cap way up in the sky! Finally, I'll be done. ((sniff sniff)) A few years ago I completed my Undergrad in Accounting & Finance here. Last December, I completed my last Graduate class. (Graduation ceremonies occur once a year in May.) NDNU is located in Belmont, surrounded by lush trees, wonderful weather, pretty animals, and even a beautiful mansion (Ralston Hall). NDNU has an extensive faculty of distinguished staff and professors with prestine wisdom and experience. The MBA program follows a stellar curriculum, applying assignments and projects to current, real world/global issues. Another great thing about NDNU is it's comprised of well diversed students with different backgrounds. Having such a diverse group enhances your education and brings more experience to the table, which is required in our global economy. Tuition at NDNU is definitely on the pricier side. However, this is a private university and it's worth it. Classes are intimate, enabling students with the luxury of a more one-on-one type of education. Students are not considered numbers here, but rather treated as well respected peers. Regarding education, you get exactly what you put into it. Each person may have their own opinion of this school, but what really matters is what you take away from what you've learned. NDNU has provided the necessary tools (ie staff, professors, and program), now it's up to each student & what they want to do with it. P.S. I am so done with writing school papers!

The county library system is generally good but one fault is that they refuse to get with the…read moremodern trend of a drive up book return system which most libraries have throughout the country and all city run libraries in San Mateo County have had for years. Their mission statement reads as if they seek to serve the needs of their patrons yet they refuse to recognize and correct. this glaring fault. If they had installed drive up returns at each of their locations my review would have been five stars.

Okay you native Bay Area people have no idea how good you have it. You have every item in every…read moreform available to you at your fingertips. If it's not at one branch, you can request it. And it's all online. Spoiled brats. When *I* was a kid, we didn't have no stinkin' connected library network and online catalog. We used the Dewey Decimal System! Card files! Y'all better be supporting and using your public libraries! It's just fabulous.

Physical Location: 1512 Harbor Blvd…read moreBelmont, CA 94002 This Little Free Library was perhaps the minist LFL I've ever seen! A definite Lincoln Log cabin to be sure! There are a few drawbacks to this location. Because of the hill the home sits on, there isn't really a good place to park, it's also inconvenient in that it's pretty far onto this home's property and looks very similar to a mailbox. The box also has a few spider issues - so those who are a bit afraid be warned. This locale had almost entirely children's books, Boxcar Children, Pony Pals, etc and had some math flash cards in the back. It was a super cute design, but I'm just not sure how often people with kids would be driving up this road or how good at weathering the outdoors this box will be. All in all the lil'ist Little Free Library I've come across, but probably one that needed a bit more thought put into it.

I have been a member and volunteer for the last few years. A fun, informative community to learn a…read morenew hobby or reinforce your interest in bonsai.

I'm so glad we were able to attend Sei Boku Bonsai Kai's, 36th annual show. It is a two-day event…read more(June 1-2, 2019), located at the San Mateo Garden Center (Beresfored Park). We attended the afternoon demonstration led by Steve Iwaki & Jerry Carpenter. They demonstrated how to properly wire and train a tree trunk for your bonsai as well as trimming. As a novice bonsai, we found their demonstration very educational! During the event, I met one of the volunteers who shared that Sei Boku Bonsai Kai was founded by a dedicated late nurseryman, Bob Kato way back in 1983. Since then, SBBK has been educating and training the public the joys of the Japanese art of training trees in a pot. Did you know that Bonsai, (pronounced "bone-sigh") translates to "planted in a container?" If you are considering learning more about bonsai, SBBK holds a monthly meetings every 4th Wednesday of each month at the Beresford Center. These meetings features workshops, demonstrations and benefit drawings and many more. There is also a monthly workshops that is hands-on advice every 1st Tuesdays of each month. Here are more additional training SBBK offers: Beginners class Lending library books, periodicals, videos, tools, and a seasonal wiring. Club Field Trips Annual exhibitions Networking with members and master bonsai experts. Lastly, we are grateful that this organization exist because we learned so much today especially how to properly wire our trees in a pot. After the demonstration, we were lucky to find a beautiful Japanese Red Pine that was said to be about 15-20 years old. Before heading out, we stopped by at the "Dr. Bonsai" table and John "JT" Thompson was very kind and taught us the right way to care for our new tree. What a fun day we had. Cheers!