Everyone was incredibly helpful. The selection is great and I enjoyed visiting. Checking out is a…read morebreeze as is returning items.

Excellent staff. Everyone who works at the library is friendly and knowledgeable. They also have…read morelots of patience when I call in with questions. Also, they are open on Sunday. There are many fun community activities. Read clubs for kids, a magical reading show for kids, craft/sewing Group for adults, and a book club for adults just to name a few. It's a smaller library, but there are plenty of computers to use and also several of meeting rooms I've reserved for tutoring. The book / media drop off is great when you're in a hurry. They also have a great used book sale each year. Interlibrary loans are $2.

It is one of the most pleasant and quiet areas to either read. find a book or video, do some…read moreresearch in a relaxing and welcoming atmosphere. You can find a chair settle in and read or work on your laptop.

The renovation is stunning. Floor to ceiling windows, bright interior, modern design; a stylish…read moreplace to get some research done, study, etc Lots of computers to use if you need to do any online duties. Chairs and tables all over to use at will. Several rsvp'able rooms for super quiet and focused time with large tables and seating. The accommodations range from few to many in these rooms Parking galore, and the exterior is a pretty sight. A nice sidewalk around the building if you want to stretch in the middle of your studies, and the interior is large and spacious for indoor stretching if it's 110 outside There is a teen corner that is kind of it's own room, and then there is a larger kids area that is more closed off with slim entries. This does a great job keeping the expected increased noise level of children quelled across the building. Other libraries suffer from this lack of design, so this is a great accommodation for the kids while being mindful of all others in the general space I wish they kept the carpeted ceilings tho lol

Great selection of books and a comfortable atmosphere. I believe they have free wifi which is great…read morefor the college kiddos.

I love love the library! I hope books will always be a common staple in the world…read more Kids need to get back to hanging out at the library.

I am always pleasantly surprised every time I am here. The Children's area is welcoming and they…read morehave a craft everyday for the kids to do. The interior is spacious and clean. The staff is nice and helpful. There was an osteology exhibit this time and it was fascinating and well put together. They have a selection to pick from and all types of seating and studying spaces. Lots of computers for use and I even saw one guy watching a livrary movie on it. Never feels too crowded. I am always worried parking will be a problem, but I have found a close spot everytime I have come. There are homeless who use the facility, but I have never had any issues. None of them seemed to be on anything so security must be monitoring for that.

High quality library with nice selection of books and even DVDs. Convenient location downtown as…read morewell. Recommended as the "City's Library"!

Great library! Lots of space for studying, tons of books, very visually appealing from the inside…read moreand out, just a real pleasure to visit. Some of the amenities are closed due to COVID, but the staff is friendly and there is everything you could want from a library and more!

This is probably my favorite library! It's much further away from my house. There are several that…read moreare closer, but this one is just so nice and open and it has a very large bright section with a lot of windows where you can sit and read and the floor is open, where your kids can sit and draw or do whatever kids do. Plus, it doesn't hurt that the librarians are all very friendly and helpful!

I'm used to going to rose state college and their library was small when I went to school there…read more Now that I go to UCO, this library is a great place to study. There are so many rooms you can go to for studying. I like going to the fourth floor. No one is ever there. They have whiteboards for studying and rooms you can rent. They even have museum artifacts on the second and third floor I believe. It's a great library and the people that work there are always eager to help.

A wonderful place to study. I seriously enjoy it. The…read moreemployees are very nice. Lots of parking spots and always a spot somewhere in the library to study quietly. My favorite of such nooks would be one of the two private study rooms. They are very comfortable, each has their own white boards. They are everyone's favorite place to study, so you better come early to get one! Race ya!

This is a great library. Only about 2 years old and lots of perks like free programs for all ages,…read morefree computers, and my favorite is the DVD rentals in the 747 box. Works like redbox, with a 7 day rental, but it's FREE. Has lots of current DVDs to rent too. Has 2 private study rooms but be warned...dress warmly for those rooms because the AC is on FRIGID in there!

Love this library! Also, after reading a couple reviews talking about homeless people at the public…read morelibrary, I thought it important at this point to give people a little information about what the Pioneer Public Library offers and who all is allowed/not allowed to be there. So, here goes: First of all, the City of Norman has a non-profit mileage reimbursement program. This program is designed to provide free transportation to individuals and families in Norman who are currently, or who have recently experienced homelessness. The East Norman Pioneer Public Library is one of the participating agencies of this program. So, the public library is qualified and has been approved to be one of the prominent transportation pick-up/drop-locations for those needing such services. Also, the presence of homeless people in libraries is not a problem. The way some of these patrons have spoken about homeless people (and have also given the library a poor rating for allowing open access to everyone) is unacceptable in general, let alone having the confidence to write about ppl experiencing homelessness, which is a dangerous, uncomfortable, and alienating experience, is bewildering. No one is entitled to use the public library more than anyone else. The rules of behavior remain the same for everyone, and anyone can be asked to leave if causing disruption or harm. Public libraries are there to facilitate public access to information... If someone smells, if they talk to themselves, if they have lots of bags with them, etc. - none of these things render someone a non-person or an illegitimate library user. So, either have a one-on-one conversation with the City and Library Director or find somewhere else? And may your surroundings rise to meet your standards... eventually...

"Having fun's not hard when you've got a library card!" - Arthur…read more I recently had a chance to check out the new library since it moved. I was very impressed, the front staff was very welcoming and enthusiastic about everything the library has to offer. Downstairs is the friends of the library bookstore, the computer lab and various workspaces for those who need internet or a printer/scan/fax. It also houses the children's section, audiobooks and all new fiction. By new, I mean NEW fiction. Stuff I was surprised to see no one had checked out yet. The second level is dedicated to adult fiction and YA fiction. Plus it also has a 3-D printer that can be used by any member and some other gadgets.There was a glass enclosed conference room that looks like anyone could reserve it and the third level is Adult Fiction LARGE print books and Non-fiction. There are so many architecturally interesting details despite it being very modern and there were plenty of areas to study or use your own electronic devices such as a kindle or a laptop. My only gripe is the non-fiction section is lacking. This isn't a library suited for a research paper or academic assignment even for a high school or middle school kid.

I usually enjoy visiting this library with my family, but our recent experience was very…read moredisappointing. One of the staff members (a man working at the front desk/checkout area) was extremely rude to us. Instead of offering help or speaking politely, he raised his voice and acted disrespectfully when we asked a simple question. It made my family feel uncomfortable and unwelcome. Libraries are supposed to be friendly, safe spaces for everyone, but this person's attitude completely ruined the visit. I hope management addresses this behavior so other families don't have to experience the same treatment.

The library is very square. It is probably the least exciting library for a new design compared to…read morethe others around town since the NW Library was constructed. The landscaping is super cute here, and that makes up for the architectural blah; the window views from inside are mostly outwardly facing the lake and garden pathways Lots of enclosed study rooms and they require a reservation; those can be made easily online on their website. You can also call in to see if they have any last minute cancellations if you need a last minute rsvp. Lots of tables with electrical popups on the surface with usb ports and ac outlets The seating is scattered around and there are desks along the west wall. Those desks are first come first serve, and I'm not sure if they are sanitized after each use, but there is sanitizer around the building They have large meeting rooms for events, lectures, seminars, etc and if you're familiar with the OKC Metro Library system then you know they offer tons of these events so check it out on their website. Lots to do for kids, adults, homeowners, crafters to name a few Lots of parking and easy in and out in several directions. One thing I noticed was terrible cell reception except for a few rooms on the east side while in the building, so if you use your phone as a modem for net access then it may be a challenge

Friendly staff, plenty of brightly lit space, and great selection! The first thing I look for after…read moremoving is to find the local library and the Choctaw library is small but mighty, a wonderful community resource!

I walked in to get my library card and the front lady (i wish i remembered her name) anyways, she…read morewas very nice and helpful when i couldn't find something when i was checking out i had mentioned a book i was looking for and she took me right to it & went from out behind her desk 3 times to show me where something was and that's something i highly respect ! Thank you :)