I enjoyed my visit to this library with my sister. The kids' zone is such a cozy and fun space,…read morebright, and colorful. All details that make it feel special for children. You can tell it was designed with families in mind. They have a great selection of books for all ages, so it's easy to find something kids will actually get excited about. I also loved that they offer board games, it's a nice touch and makes it more than just a place to read. It's somewhere kids can relax, play, and spend quality time together. The decoration really stands out too. It's cheerful and welcoming without feeling overwhelming, which makes the whole space feel comfortable and inviting. We'll be coming back!

They have great events throughout the year. The first event I am attending this year is called…read more Girls of the 50s.

Cool programs here and there, good CD section, and just a small homely vibe in this library. Fun…read moretimes

I love this library. There are no kids in the adult study area and the internet connection is…read moresuperfast. They also have a super-quiet study room but I never use it. Nevertheless, I can't checkout books because I'm not a resident here. Only issue is the funky old-people smell and lack of sunlight inside.

Came to this library for the first time and Britta in the teen space was so caring, give her a…read moreraise!

If you have a Wheaton address but live in "unincorporated Wheaton," this library is the worst…read moreexperience. It is a beautiful library, but unless you have a library card, you are treated with so much contempt. Want to purchase a library card? Get ready to spend a crazy amount of money. They claim the amount is based on the property taxes you would have paid, but I have always found the quote to be much higher. Also, if you rent but the building you rent from is in "incorporated" Wheaton, you don't pay property taxes, but you do get a library card. The librarians are generally irritated if you ask them simple questions, such as "how do I reserve a room" or "where can I print?" This week, I saw a woman ask to reserve a room and she didn't know that you need to leave an ID because the librarian didn't tell her, then the librarian got upset when the woman didn't hand over her drivers license right away. The library is supposed to be a community place. I just don't understand how it is full of unkind people.

A phenomenal place! The outdoor garden, labyrinth, and Mother Mary statue is heartwarming.read more

This must be the most Magnificent and Beautiful example of 19th Century architecture in the State…read moreof Illinois, and at almost 67, one of my oldest hang-out's and stomping grounds. The Library has the largest collections of Occult and Esoteric books in the United States, including illustrated manuscripts, in Greek, Hebrew and Latin, plus other dead languages. The collection of rare Occult antiques, paintings and artifacts is world renowned, and the grounds that surround it, would put the imagination of H. P. Lovecraft to shame. This is a must visit place. I have also attended several of the Theosofest activities over the decades. The adjacent Quest bookstore has the largest selection of books, jewelry, incense, candles, posters, and supplies anywhere. This is the place for every serious practioner...

The library is enormous and well kept! The staff is knowledgable and friendly. It is nice and…read morequiet and has a vast selection of books and movies. My kids and I love it!

this building is M.O.D. like 60's mod. but simultaneously futuristic…read more i was completely taken aback as i entered. i have never seen a library quite like this one. kinda made my mouth hang open. i got lost trying to find the ladies room because the black & white circle patterns were making me dizzy. no joke. (so while i was totally awe-inspired and impressed overall, of course i have to nitpick. that's what happens when you're "in the industry." meet me in the next paragraph if you're not interested in this little rant.) i did not like the youth desk; i felt like the staff were hiding behind this weird green panel. kids would have to go to either side to see them. and when standing in front of the desk, all you see is the green panel, oddly positioned, and noticeably NOT covering the many, many wires protruding under the desk from the computers. i really do not understand this design. some things i loved about this library: --the storytime room looks like the bottom of a rocket from the outside. totally cute. (nitpick: is there a way to get in without taking the stairs?) --they have a sort of enclosed outdoor space right near the storytime room. jealous! --wide, open spaces, likely with lots of little nooks and crannies to get yourself cozy in. --wonderful, helpful, knowledgeable, talented staff.

I love that our little town of Bartlett has so much holiday spirit. The library might be small…read morecompared to some others but the staff is helpful and friendly. I love the speakers they bring in and the "make & take" crafts. Books can be checked out in person or online. They organize book clubs and reading contests for both adults and children. I won a $25 gas gift card in the last one I entered which was appreciated Our library is a real asset to the community.

When closing out the Library last Sat, we were trying to print & manage stuff in the computer area…read more Woman across had NO idea how to speak quietly on her phone (could even hear the person she called!) in a LIBRARY. Her convo was NOT a business or daycare kind of call- strictly social...WHY?? She had her kids w/her not even bothering to ask them to stop running around talking. Send them to the KID's Library upstairs- what's it's FOR!! You can understand ONE phonecall outloud answer- 15mins of it- NO. Get a clue. Staff KNEW she was disruptive and did nothing about it. I am too nice of a person to 'correct' a stranger and omg forget it if they're a POC. Why would the last nice place- a LIBRARY be allowed to be trashed?? STAFF: DO YOUR JOB. Our taxes are paying your salary.

Helpful staff and efficient service. Nice and clean facility at a convenient location.read more

"Man, you're quick to get a library card!" says one of the employees as I tell her that I've been…read morehere three times since I moved to Roselle a week-ish ago. Yep. I FREAKIN' LOVE LIBRARIES! It keeps me from having to spend money on book/DVD/music entertainment and cluttering up my shelves with things I'll only use once or twice. Plus, the smell of books within a beautiful brick building really does something for me (man, if only my husband and I could have a romp in the stacks). So, a library that gives you a free book when you sign up for a card? SWEET! When I signed up for a card a few days after I moved here, I received a copy of "Rocket Boys" (the book that inspired 'October Sky') along with a brochure highlighting all the library events in October (and man, there's a ton of them!). This may be the first library where I've actually paid attention to the free events they offer. And they gave me a book I'd actually be interested in reading at some point. Major props for that. Roselle's library is a bit on the small side, with a smaller selection than I'm used to, but at least they have the basics -- books, DVDs, CDs, magazines, whatnot -- and a nice youth section upstairs. All the people that work here are very personable and made me feel right at home. This is the perfect library for a sweet little town.

What a wonderful, clean, friendly library! Came in to get a library card and the staff was…read moreextremely helpful and friendly. With a wide variety of book, ample study rooms, a cafe, and even a flight simulator, it's the perfect place to come and relax and find a good book to read.

My daughter and her tutor used the Hemingway study room on 5/20 at approximately 5:45 p.m…read more Unfortunately, the experience was extremely unpleasant and concerning. The group using the room prior to them left half-eaten sushi in the trash can, causing the room to smell strongly of fish. To help with the odor, my daughter's tutor, who is also a Glen Ellyn resident, placed the trash can partially in the doorway to keep the door slightly open for ventilation. An employee described as taller with dark hair approached them and stated that it was "policy" that the trash cans had to remain inside the room with the door closed. When the tutor explained the odor issue, the employee returned with a bottle of Febreze and sprayed it directly in their direction inside the enclosed study room, then placed the sushi-filled trash can back inside the room and shut the door again while reiterating that the door had to remain closed. My daughter became physically ill after the session and vomited when she got home. Regardless of intent, spraying a scented chemical irritant into a small enclosed space without asking the occupants was inappropriate and unprofessional. More concerning is that the obvious solution -- simply removing or emptying the trash containing rotting food -- was ignored in favor of masking the smell with spray fragrance. This situation demonstrated poor judgment, lack of customer care, and an unnecessary escalation of a simple sanitation issue.

I am solely basing this on their youth area! If you are simply there to check out books it's fine…read more Not really a great space to stay and play. There's no designated play area and the couple of toys are kind of tucked away. We went in the late afternoon and it was pretty dead. I really hate to say this but the librarians didn't greet us or look our way at all when we came in. Definitely not a problem, but it didn't feel super welcoming like we are used to at other places even if it was just a smile acknowledgment.

Small library but we don't mind because there's very limited people here anyway. We try to come…read morehere pretty often as we live 2 seconds away. There are some pros and cons though. The pros include: There is a wide variety of books for kids to check out. It's enough for them to pick out what they like and be happy with. There are 4 tablets at the tablet station. They have learning, educational games for them to keep busy. The kids space has wooden puzzles too if you don't want your kid to play on the tablets. Not a lot of kids during the evening hours. Bathrooms nearby kids section. Kids programs available monthly. Especially in the summer. The cons include: Small selection for adults. I have some trouble finding the books I need. No crafting area to make cool crafts. Not too many toys for kids, so my kids usually come for the tablets. And not too many computers to come and print things out.