Nice library with wifi that works great. I can even use my SMTP server to send emails (most…read morelibrary systems block the port) Has a DVD section, audiobooks, CDs, and more. Great activities for kids too. would like for the place to be a little larger

This is a great library! I haven't ventured too far from the children's section but I can only…read moreassume the rest of the library is just as nice. Speaking of kids section--its HUGE! My family always looks forward to going to the library to check out books! Good job guys!

I enjoy going to this library because it is clean and comfortable. The staff is friendly and…read morehelpful. I like the layout as well as the book selections. I 've made use of their meeting rooms, both the large one as well as the small room. I also like that they have classes each month geared for children as well as parents.

Months ago I thought I had found a wonderful thing, as they are selling used books that are…read moreavailable for pickup at the old library building. After several purchases and great experiences, they began shorting me books from every other order. Today, they've shorted me another 3 books. Often times I'd order and pay for hardcover books but receive a paperback. I notice that the higher end or collectors editions magically are unavailable and tend to be credited back to your payment method. I'm done with them. Tried to support the library system and feel a bit taken advantage of.

I visited the Calvert Library with my wife and our two granddaughters for story time, and we had…read moresuch a great experience. The staff are warm and welcoming -- they start by going around the room to meet everyone, then teach a few simple sign language signs before turning them into a fun song. After that, there's another song, and the leader talks about the months, weeks, days, the weather outside, and what season it is. Then they read a book or two and finish with a fun activity for the kids. I may have missed 1-2 things in there It's really well organized and enjoyable -- a wonderful place for families and little ones to learn and have fun together. The girls 2-3 really had a great time, afterwards we go out to the play area and they play with some off the other children that stay after. Excellent

This is like my 3rd visit. Yes, I am a part- time reseller. I was just told that resellers are…read morebasically not welcomed here. There is a 25 item limit. This is fine but what if I wanted to purchase more than 15 items. I don't see a rush to purchase these used books. I am a reader too but I have very little time to read. I have a very busy schedule. The life of a reseller is busy. I was approached by a worker who had apparently already counted my books that I had set off to the side. She said, "you have almost reached your limit". Money is money. I mean technically speaking i could go back in and get 25 more if I wanted to be petty. You can't even make an honest living these days. I'll stick to my home library. Charles County. There is no limit. Smh.

Love this library. Great for toddlers. Has a nice selection of age appropriate books and…read moresurprisingly my kids love to come here and play educational games on the computers. There is also a playroom and area for little children and in the afternoon on the weekends, pre-teens and teens can come and reserve a time to play video games. I've had a great time teaching my kids about the library, checking out books and just the joy of reading in large part to this location. Highly recommend.

I have absolutely become a regular. I appreciate the library staff. Each time I come in they are…read morefriendly and very knowledgeable on all areas of the library and even events in the local area events. Coming to the library is always an adventure. They also offer passport services, notary services and much more.

Mount Vernon was one of the highlights of our trip to Washington, DC. The grounds are absolutely…read morebeautiful, and everything is so well maintained. Walking through George Washington's home and learning more about his life gave us an even greater appreciation for the man behind the history. The staff and volunteers were friendly, knowledgeable, and happy to answer questions. We also enjoyed the museum and exhibits, which added so much to the experience. Plan to spend several hours here because there's a lot to see. If you're visiting the DC area, I highly recommend making time for Mount Vernon. It's well worth the trip.

This was definitely a highlight of our vacation last month. It was even one of my son's favorite…read moreplaces we visited. The estate is spectacular, even in January. The house is undergoing restoration. It didn't affect the tour, which was interesting. The only downside of the restoration is that it prevents visitors from taking an unobstructed photo of the exterior of the house. If you're visiting with kids, remember to ask about the adventure map. Our son had a blast finding the different stations and solving the puzzle. Once completed, take it to the visitor's center for a prize. Another kid friendly thing they had was a presentation in the Greenhouse about musical instruments of the era. The Shops and food court were also closed for renovations, but the restaurant was open. It's worth checking out. If you have time, the George Washington Presidential Library is across the street. There is also a hiking trail.

Nice, clean environment. Great customer service with a very…read morefriendly staff. Great selection of inexpensive books for sale as well as a great selection of new loaner's!

I absolutely love the Library! They are always offering new services to keep up with the times…read more It's not all about books anymore. Their children's programs are awesome! Everything from building Legos, making robots, science center show, etc. You can even check out Kindles now. The ladies at the front desk are great if you need help with anything. Everyone should be using the Library, it's really a wonderful resource and asset to the community.

I'm a big fan of libraries. Love 'em. And this new location…read morefor the Kingstowne branch of the Fairfax County Public Library system has got some upsides over the old branch at Landsdowne plaza. Buuuut it's also got some aspects that make me go 'whaaaa?' Sunday hours - great. Bigger and roomier and far more natural light - great. More seating - great. Green roof - love it. The library opened a little over a week ago, and an elevator was out of order? I assume that'll be up and running soon? There's an entrance on the ground floor, but it's locked? In the children's section, there's a ledge that looks like a big slide. Kids were playing on it. There are signs that say don't sit or slide on the window ledge. Don't make a fixture that looks like a slide *in the children's section* if it's not to be used that way. Also, signage in the parking garage says to park on the 2nd floor for the library entrance. You enter, go up a level, park, enter .... that's not the library entrance. You're actually supposed to keep going up in the garage, park in the roof. THAT's the parking garage entrance level to the library. Aesthetically, I like the library. I like the expanded hours. But some signage and design choices leave me a bit flummoxed. 3.33 stars

My first library to visit in Alexandria. I went to a book sale here and received my first library…read morecard in Virginia & 5 years. I was amazed at the self checkout and the free hiking kits with state park pass to use for free. Most of the books I looked for were checked out or unavailable. Books were priced at $3 but you could purchase a bag of books for $7 after 2 pm. I found a book I was looking for on Irish nationalism and other books. The staff was very pleasant and helpful in assisting me. I noticed most books were new and in good condition in the library. The library was clean, and the new books displayed were impressive. Finding this library was east to drive to, find, and park at despite the busy traffic in the area. Definitely a library I will visit in the future.

The staff is very kind and always helpful. I noticed that they try to learn the names of those who…read morecome frequently. Also, since they know their selection is limited they frequently ask if they can request items from another branch for you.

I frequently attend Laptime for Babies on the first and second Tuesday of each month. Ms. Barb does…read morea great job involving the little ones and keeping the parents/guardians involved. It's only 30 minutes and the babies are given free reign to crawl or walk. It's very upbeat. From time to time free board books are given away, but handouts are always available with different rhymes/poems to do with your children. There is also a great selection of board books to keep your little one engaged to check out from the children's section.

Staff is very friendly and helpful. Love the resources here and the location. 2hr free parking…read moreacross the street which is a bonus. I frequent here often and it is fairly quiet, acceptable for a library for sure.