A high quality and professional atmosphere in which to quietly read. Excellent internet access…read more Very kind and helpful staff. The community is lucky to have this resource.

With going back to school, I've been in the search for a quiet place to study and do homework. The…read moreOak Island library is perfect for that! I'm able to spend 4 hours undisturbed in a very quiet place. Although a smaller library, they have everything I need. Wireless internet, computers, printers (5 cents a copy), and desks to work at. They also have a nice children's area. The staff is friendly and helpful. You need to have aBrunswick County address to receive a library card. Make sure to bring proof of address :) Update- after visiting the library several times now and spending 3-4 hours there, I have decided to change my review. I have come to find that they care more about instilling the no food or drink rule than the "quiet rule." I guess my first visit here was a slow day because every time since it has been so loud with people carrying on conversation and having no respect for the quiet library atmosphere, including some of the staff. Also don't even think about walking in with a water bottle. No matter how long you plan to stay you are no aloud to have a drink of water, even if you are just using their desk area and not even looking at a book or using their computers :( I've never heard of that! I've been to libraries where they have vending machines in their libraries because they want you to feel comfortable. It's kind of frustrating when your studying for 3-4 hours and can't have a sip of water while listening to everyone around you loudly converse :(

I really enjoy going to this library when I am in town. They are a nice size on multiple floors,…read moreand have desk where I can sit and plug my laptop and relax. Plus they have meeting rooms, and programs for the community at times. The staff seem really nice. Great way to kill time.

The library itself is fantastic. It has anything you or your child might need. However the staff is…read morevery cruel. If you ask questions they are snappy and cold. I have had many encounters dealing with the women that work in that library being rude, one example is when I needed to re checkout a book since I only had a few more days to read it. The lady at the desk didn't say a word to me snaches my library card and then concludes by stating "next time do it online" however I was also there for the computers. So why should I not go a head and checkout the book? She could of explained kindly there was a way to do so online however again I was there for the computers. After I proceeded to the computers and began to print a new lady approaches me saying "you need to not use these computers again and use the ones downstairs. I will let you finish this time." in a malicious, superior tone. So I said "okay thank you for so kindly telling me that information!" I have never been so humiliated in my life! Rude! How dare anyone speak to anyone in such a manor! People need to realize that their words can impact someone's day. You never know how someone might be feeling and it's important to take that into consideration before you starting being rude. Think before you speak.

The staff is friendly, the collection is good, and they offer some terrific programs for both…read morechildren and adults.

This library is very nice and the employees are very helpful and accommodating. When we moved here…read moreI needed to do some work and research and was glad to see this library close otherwise I'd have been driving to Jacksonville or Wilmington. It's fairly new or so it looks that way and inside the decor etc is very nice. They have little areas for reading, studying, computers, printers etc. However, please note that you will need a library card so if you don't have one get one. To make copies or print things off should you need to they charge a small fee which isn't much. They also have various functions here so be sure to ask the front desk.

Love everything about this place. Serene and lovely location, nice staff, and good selection of…read morebooks

I love our little small branch library. They have a section right when you walk in for the little…read moreones, and as a book lover, I am trying to get my daughter to appreciate and love reading just as much. Since they have all sorts of activities for her, going to the library has now been a weekly event for us. They also have a coloring section, computers with games on them, and a little reading nook. They also are fairly quick to get books in if they are out of stock or at another branch.

Love it, favorite branch. However, the Northeast Library…read morewebsite states that this branch is open 1:00 to 5:00 on Sunday. I went there today, Sunday as did several others around 2:00. It was closed. The front door and another place on the front states the same open at 1-5 on Sunday. Who is responsible for correcting this?

I have been coming to this library for years. I brought my children to this location yesterday to…read moreget books for school. The attendant in the children's section was very helpful and kind to us. We will be back soon.

very nice people. i go here once and a while for different reasons, but a lot of times i use the…read moreprinter from their computers and i always have trouble and they are always quick to help me, when i lost my card they got me a new one and even transferred the money i had on lost card to new one. never had any issues in the many years ive been going there (been going there since they were in a small building on cape fear years ago)

Clean, bright space. All amenities needed. Seems to be the meeting spot for locals, who stop in to…read morechat with librarians before going into Food Lion next door. Gets kinda loud with all their gossiping.

Great place to explore & even better place to find book treasures! I've been coming to Wilmington…read morefor the past decade yearly & I ALWAYS look forward to stopping by.

January 24, 2026 - Old Books on Front Street is the friendliest bookstore I ever encountered. There…read morewere some inconveniences, yet they were unavoidable & being taken care of the best they could. This is why I am rating this bookstore 4.4 stars - rounds off to 4 stars. Excellent customer service - 5 Stars. The owner of the bookstore was at the entrance and greeted me & others immediately when we entered the bookstore. Upon entering, I noticed many areas were sectioned and off limits. I found out later that they were placing books back in the bookshelves after they were taken away to repair broken pipes in the store and to prevent them from getting damaged. There were a literary jukebox and vending machine dispensing capsules with quotes - both out of order. I still had a good time wandering around the bookstore and browsing books there. I found a book in the clearance section for 25 cents and purchased it. Despite the inconveniences in the store due to the building being old and being repaired by the owner herself, I am impressed by how personable & amicable the owner was and that she was repairing the pipes in the store by herself instead of hiring someone to do it. I know when the books are organized back on the shelves that I will probably come back and spend more time here. This is a bookstore to see in Wilmington again and again.

A very clean and quiet space with lots of book options. It maybe not always have the popular and…read moretrendy books but it's great for finding news reads. They offer lots of free events and classes for everyone of all ages and the librarians are so polite and kind

I absolutely LOVE the Leland branch of Brunswick County Libraries. Each branch has a different…read moreatmosphere, and Leland is the most laid-back-yet-helpful by a mile. No matter how busy they are, how many people are trying to figure out the copier, how many toddlers are squealing in their play area, everyone at the counter is smiling and quick to lend a hand. When it's not quite so hectic, there's no one better to help you find a book, even when you can't quite describe what you want. Now that's a great skill! Big shout-out to Caitlin and CC (unsure of spellings), both of whom are quite knowledgeable and always ready to offer assistance, and to Manager Nathan, who works side-by-side with them and sets the tone that makes Leland Library such a great place to visit. It's easy to drive right by this BCL gem tucked in just past the Brunswick Center on Village Road, but you definitely need to stop by when you have a few minutes. P.S. The pics are random: the flag out front of the library on a beautiful afternoon and a film event from January (2026). Film events continue and are on Friday afternoons; check their website for schedule.

So, you have a baby and all of a sudden your reviews aren't of bars and the latest trendy spots…read more Never fear-I do occasionally get myself and the little one out the house! I decided to check out Children's Story Time and it didn't disappoint. Starts at 10AM promptly and lasts around 30 min. The Librarian will read three-four books and do some type of interactive song/dance in between each book. My little is almost ten months old and I was impressed by how entertained he was. He enjoyed watching the other kids sing and dance. It also is another opportunity to start introducing him to groups of children so he can learn how to act in public. After story time, there is a very small and simple craft for the kids to participate in that is led by the Librarian. Cute idea! If you're looking to get out of the house for a bit and spend zero dollars, this is a great option for your kiddo!

Nice, clean and easy. Good selection of books, both Inhouse and offered digital. Plenty of…read morecomputers for public use and reasonable printing prices Everyone working here is very nice. I would give it 5 stars if it were open on the weekends.