This is a perfect library for a city with a population of 6,000. It is small, but it does the…read moretrick. I tried studying here a few years ago, with no luck, because of a strange combination of excessive quietude and hyperactive children. I do, however, come here a few times a year for the Friends of the Library's used book sales. These occur on the first Saturday of the month throughout the fall, winter, and spring. They've done a good job recently getting the books organized, whereas before it was a little disorienting. There are tons and tons and tons of discarded James Patterson and John Grisham, but I usually can find things more my taste. Paperback books are 25 cents, and Hardcover books are $1. The volunteers who run the sale are usually pretty nice, and sometimes quite adorable.

This library is great! They have so many programs for all ages. As a parent of two young kids, I…read morecome here often to use the children's room. They have a great selection of toys for the kids. A toy fridge full of food, a doc mc stuffin's doctor kit, legos, and so much more. In addition to all the toys, there are tons of books to read all shelved at kid level. Whenever we come here, we always end up taking home at least 3 books. Like was mentioned before, there is also a great friend's sale every month that is worth checking. This library is small, but powerful!

I love this library. The staff go out of their way to be helpful. It's a wonderful resource in our…read morecommunity.

I love Royal oak library multiple levels an outside sitting area. Located right by The theater…read more Coming here to rent books or buy books for me and my son is thee absolute best. This place also always has an event going on mostly free and open to the public . Great library to buy books to take home to start your own kids home library or your very own adult library at home. They also have vinyls you can rent . Which I think is so cool.

I just moved to Clawson a few months ago, and one of the first things I always do when I move is…read moreget a library card. I was living in Troy previously, which has a decent library, and I used to work at the WB library a while back, so I'm a bit of a library "snob," to preface this review. The Blair/Clawson library is small but nice. The hours are a bit crazy (they're only open certain days, and I believe in the summer they're actually closed the entire weekend) but they're open Saturdays, which is fine for me. I've been here two or three times now and each time, service was fast (picking up a book on hold, and checking it out). The library is small but it seems to have a decent collection of books. I did see DVDs were $1 per week, I believe, so I'll stick to my own collection + Netflix for that. Overall, cute little library. I appreciate the easy parking situation, as well (they have their own lot).

Wonderful library. Even though it's small it has a diverse inventory and wonderful programs for all…read moreages. They also have MelCat system so if they don't have your book you can try any of the libraries in the network and they'll deliver to the library for you to checkout locally. The staff are super helpful and friendly.

We're very pleased with Oak Park's library. The staff have always been helpful and the recent…read moremakeover the building & library got were much-needed. I enjoy going to the (much brighter, more modern) library with my 18-month-old. We play and get materials. It's not as open to play as some of the other public libraries, perhaps because it is smaller, which is why I give it 4/5 stars. There is no "separate" kids area, so I don't feel I can let my kiddo fully explore. However, as an adult I like the amount of DVDs (adults/kids/new), CDs, books on CD, and books they have to offer. My husband and I are really pleased with their services and hours, especially considering they have to cut back due to budgets. Posted on their FB page, too.

From the owner: Oak Park Public Library proudly serves the residents of Oak Park, Michigan. read more

So rude. I went in and spoke with David on three separate occasions about selling him books. He was…read moreOK. But then when I brought the books in and was talking to him about them, he turned from Dr. Jekyll to Mr. Hyde. Couldn't understand it. Just rude and snotty and short. I guess there's other bookstores open. I'll go to those. Incredibly disappointed. A real tool.

The only reason this place has such low ratings is because the owner is targeted for not adhering…read moreto particular political ideologies. If that doesn't deter you then coming here, as a book lover, researcher, or anyone involved in intellectual or literate pursuits, is one of the best decisions you could possibly make. This is a real bookshop. It's a relic from what you would have had easy access to in the 20th century and prior and that (sadly for our species) barely exists any longer. You're more likely to walk out with a first edition of some esoteric and forgotten knowledge than whatever you planned on finding when you walked in. You could spend hours just glancing through one row of shelves and still not even catch half of it. The books here are high quality, ranging from contemporary titles to 19th century (and probably beyond) originals. There's a bit of everything, from history and archaeology, to religion and spirituality, to music and cars, to novels and poetry, to travel and hobbies, to social matters and Jewish interests. If you like books, knowledge, or anything that could be found in a written text, you'll find it here. Apparently people dislike the owner. I have no idea why. He's brief, witty, and competent. Are people so accustomed to the fake smiles and creepy stalking you'd get at a Barnes & Noble that they've actually convinced themselves that this is real life? Or even desirable in any way? You won't find a retail worker pretending to like you in hopes of keeping a job or getting a tip here. Just a real man with a real mission and amenity. Location: 4* Convenience: 4* Service: 5* Product/quality: 5* Aesthetics: 5*

My experience in getting birth certificate was nice. I found them to be organized and welcoming…read more Keep up the good work

Back to double check that the winter taxes were paid, since it was ad paid on the 10th, yet I…read morereceived another statement to pay the past due payment. Found out that they sent out the late payment on the 8th to make sure they were sent out. Phew. Taxes have been paid, all good to go.

Located near the famous Mookies in the Greenfield and 10 and a half strip mall…read more Inside is a crowded and frankly wrecked-looking bookstore. Rather than a good filing system, books are more or less grouped. Prices are much too high, both for new and for older used books. The selection also tends far left and revolutionary, which fits as they were playing some loud zephyr music for my visit. The staff was also unfriendly, more interested in their conversation than customers. I strongly advise going to either King Books Detroit, or King North, instead. Unless you have a taste for far left books and spending a long time hunting for books than interest you.

Pretty meh in terms of what I consider quality reading…read more.. Staff seems to go through the motions as if they'd rather be librarians as opposed to anyone I'd pay for thrift shop quality... -- Dave

Almost 40 years as a customer. Bob is sweet and an excellent listener. Also a tremendous musician…read more If you like to read and learn.. visit Mayflower Book shop.

Do NOT come if you wish to PURCHASE a book. Owner is a Hoarder and NOT interested in selling his…read morebooks. He WILL talk, talk and talk.. but mostly OUT of you buying anything OTHER than mass produced books you can just order from Amazon. I can't fathom HOW Mayflower has been around for so many years without Robert being homeless because it's literally a building he uses or lives at to just get people in to TALK and give his take on philosophy. If you show you are interested in a book he will google it first before either offering a price or more than likely putting it to the side telling you itv would be too much..! Some advice to Robert - Just because someone is selling a book for a lot does NOT mean it will sell for that price! Mental illness is REAL.

Also Known as Pine Grove Historical Museum, it is run by the Oakland County Pioneer and Historical…read moreSociety whose goal is the "Preservation of the Past for the Enrichment of Future Generations." It is a non-profit organization, always looking for a helping hand. They were closed the other day when I visited. This location is run solely by volunteers, and had no signs with hours of operation. Ah, but during my visit, a couple of the volunteers happened to stop by and gave me information about the organization. I took a brief walk around the well manicured grounds and found that they have a farm museum, carriage house, root cellar, smoke house, summer kitchen, school house and of course, the Wisner Mansion. While I was there, I shot a picture of the historical marker which is prominently displayed close to the roadway. Their next big event is an Ice Cream Social on 26 JUL 2014 and it promises to be a great time. Hours of operation are 11am - 4pm Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, library included. Group tours are scheduled in advance. I see it's been a little slow here in updating info, so contact Sara at 248-338-6732 or office@ocphs.org with any questions or to RSVP. Web site: www.ocphs.org. Also on Facebook and Twitter.

From the owner: In September 1874, the "Old Settlers" formed the Pioneer Society of Oakland County. Members were…read morerequired to be residents of the county before 1840. As time went by, and fewer people met the eligibility requirements, membership was opened to the descendants of pioneers and other residents of the county. Throughout the 19th and 20th century, the Society collected newspapers, books, photographs, manuscripts, and artifacts relating to Oakland County, and the collections were stored in the county courthouse in downtown Pontiac. In 1945 Pine Grove, the Pontiac homestead of Governor Moses Wisner, was purchased as a headquarters for the Society. In 1962 the organization was renamed the Oakland County Pioneer and Historical Society. As part of our mission, the Society continues to devote itself to the preservation of the history and culture of Oakland County, and to maintaining the Pine Grove estate.