Adj: Clearly Comprehensive and Incredibly Impressive…read more Chandler Public Library is a very impressive library. We really like books, so when we travel, we visit libraries, haha... We instill our kids with the love of reading, so they like going to new libraries too. Besides the books, obviously, we like to check out the architecture and the designs of different libraries. Some of them are really incredible works of art designed by famous architects. We visited this library on a SUNDAY. That's right, they're opened on Sundays. This is unheard of in many parts of the country. This was such an impressive library with massive stacks of books on the ground floor, and in the upper level there were lots of tables and chairs throughout for comfortable reading seating, and colorful art throughout that's cheery and uplifting for adults and kids alike. The second floor is also where they have an especially kid-friendly children's section, with tons of kids-sized chairs and tables and lounging sofas as well as kids-only computers. When we visited, there was a kids speech event happening in several conference rooms where kids presented their speeches and we got to listen in as an impromptu audience, what a treat! The meeting rooms throughout the library are available for non-profit community events and open to the public. Overall, the Chandler downtown library is an incredibly impressive educational resource and a gem for the community and we're glad to have had the opportunity to visit and plan to be back when we visit friends in town again in the future.

This is a great library for all ages!! Came here for the baby lapsit class. Very interactive and…read morefun class for young babies!! They have tons of different programs for all ages! The kids section is on the second floor which makes it nice because they have their own space. There is a kids play area towards the back. The librarians are super nice and helpful. Lots of parking spaces, with shaded spots too. Outdoor lawn area for a nice day out. This library is in a great location because you can walk nearby and there are tons of restaurants to choose from!

Let me preface this to say that I know very little about the extent of their book or audio…read moreselection at this location. My review is based on the courtesy of staff, their knowledge of services offered, the convenience of the huddle rooms -availability and reserving, and the items they occasionally have available for purchase. I've come here for printing recently instead of going to the UPS store. Saves me more money. You can submit things to be printed via email or you can print things yourself either from desktop or directly at a set up printer. There is a fee, which is minimal, and there are some limitations to what you can print. I've used the Culture Pass deal and saved the price of two tickets for two adults (online price, age 18-64, $26 each) to visit the Heard Museum. Very cool, and it was our first to the Heard Museum, so added bonus. More recently the gentleman I spoke to provided me a quick lesson on how/where/when to pick up future Culture Pass so I could participate again when I find passes available. Some of the Culture Pass locations you could visit: Desert Botanical Garden The Heard Museum Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art Reid Park Zoo Gilbert Historical Museum Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum Arcosanti Sedona Heritage Museum Lowell Observatory Superstition Mountain Museum and several more. Desktops are available for a reserved period of time, and wifi can be accessed without a specific set limit if you bring your own laptop. On one occasion we picked up a selection of music cds for $1 each. Better price than many second hand stores. And I did see they have books available for purchase. A few other activities the library offers: Ask a Master Gardener presented by U of A Maricopa Master Gardeners. Seed exchange Free Garden Seeds (limit 3) Break TIME Chandler Recreation Guide And numerous other Community Events -all viewable on their website. Keep in mind, you must have a library card to use most of the things mentioned.

Cute Library branch in Chandler. They have a nice selection of books for sale as well. We went in…read morethere to print something off, which cost us $.10 for each black-and-white copy. Outside they have a cooling station consisting of a water, fountain and sprinklers under a covered area for anybody to use which is super helpful during the hot Arizona summer that helpful librarians give us very good information. I also picked up three seed packets, which is a nice offering that they do where you can check out seeds of different items such as greens, turnips, etc..

It's not a big library but I do like how close and convenient it is. Now there's a park next door…read more And the golf course next to it. How there's a little lake that you can fish at. And the fire station for educational visits. It's a 10 minutes walk from my house and a 2 minute drive from my house. Great kids section. Very extensive. Indoor and outdoor bathrooms. Great AC area to bring kiddos

Dobson Ranch Public Library made renovations that were worth it being closed for. Keep in mind it…read moreis a small library so if you need to do research it may not be the best option. The library is neat, tidy, and clean, as well as well stocked with a variety of resource materials and reading options. The staff are friendly and incredibly helpful. In the summer, they offer a reading program for kids and adults. Yes, I happily signed up for the summer reading program. There's also a walking trail and pond behind the library which I am looking forward to exploring once it cools down.

Even though I live in (south) Scottsdale I come to Tempe Public Library more than any other library…read morein the Phoenix area. 1) I take my mom here every few weeks because they have a large selection of large print books...more than Scottsdale (Civic Center) 2) It actually makes things more convenient that they don't have multiple branches. Whatever materials they have are all at one location. 3) From what I can tell it seems to be less busy/popular than other libraries in the Phoenix area and if you're trying to reserve materials you'll get them quicker here. Library is clean and pretty well organized. Parking is easy as well. I wish they were open maybe an hour later, but it's fine.

This is a great library. I recently starting going to the library even though I've lived in Arizona…read morefor about 5 years now. The library location in Tempe is so much better than the downtown chandler library. The selection here is way bigger, and it's more teenager friendly. My son was able to get some good books he was interested in reading. In the downtown chandler location he couldn't find one book that peaked his interest. I got way more books than I expected. That's a good thing! I need to get back into reading. The employees here are so much more friendly, helpful and knowledgeable than the Chandler library. So safe to say I won't be back to the Chandler library. This library I will be a regular at even though it pretty far from em.

Another successful trip to the library. We were able to return our books from the last visit and of…read morecourse the kids were excited to check out more. They had a lot of fun and enjoyed reading some book while we were there too, thank you! Summer reading program is really motivating then!

My kids and I love this library. Lots of book options and tons of things for little kids to play…read morewith. It does get kinda loud and busy during school dismissal which is around 2-2:30 on the weekdays but other than that it's a favorite

I came here for a free adult watercolor class. What a nice library. Very well organized and the…read moreemployees were helpful. The watercolor class was good. I enjoyed my time there and will continue to look and see what other events they have for the community.

As I entered the library, I spotted a note on the door. It said to call this xxx xxx-xxxx number…read moreif you're in need of covid home tests. I inquired at the service desk and the friendly staff member handed me a box after obtaining my zip code. Cool! I may need one before I leave for traveling. I picked up my reserved book that I had requested on the Maricopa Public libraries app and was on my way.

The campus appears nice and the course selections are broad…read more However, if you, or your child, is in a dual enrollment class, don't expect any help from them. They are rude and borderline absent. It takes literal weeks to speak to someone, hours on the phone, and they will hang up on you as well. Customer service is awful and inexistent. Take you/your child's classes elsewhere.

The Dmv of colleges. This is not where you come for higher education. The enrollment process is the…read moreabsolute worst. You shouldn't have to login to three different portals to enroll for one class. The people in the admissions department are fat and lazy.

Large Library near next to a Riparian Preserve!…read more This facility has it all - nice quiet place to do work & lounge. If you get board, you could go for a nice walk at the nature preserve directly next to this library.

Nice library next to the Riparian Preserve! Lots of indoor spaces for studying, games, and books to…read morechoose from. My family and friends like attending the baby lapsit classes and the story times classes. You can tell the librarians put in a lot of work to make it fun for the kids! For the activities, go on the website and make a reservation. When classes are full, you can go there and wait to see if there are any no shows so that you can attend.

Let's talk about this so-called "public" library that insists on enforcing unnecessary rules. I…read morehave a shy teenager, and when I accompanied him to the teen section to help him find a book and provide login information for the "teen" computer, I was rudely told to leave. Apparently, their goal is to encourage teens to use the space--but does that really mean parents can't quietly assist their kids? The section was nearly empty, with only two other kids present. I initially explained to the first staff member that I would leave once my son was finished searching, yet she still felt the need to give me attitude. Barely three minutes later, a second staff member came in and, just as rudely, reminded me that this section was strictly for teenagers--making me feel as if I was breaking some major rule. I pointed out that my son was still looking for his book, but the unnecessary policing continued. Once he was finished, I told him, "Let's go to the open area," since apparently moms aren't allowed in the teen section. The fact that this kind of petty enforcement exists in a PUBLIC library--a space funded by taxpayers--is beyond ridiculous. If you have a shy teen who might need support while navigating the teen section, I'd suggest finding another library. Otherwise, be prepared to be watched like a hawk for simply helping your own child.

This is the location of the Gilbert Public Library that I visit the most, going several times a…read moremonth. Because it's located at Perry High School, it's definitely not the quietest location. I try to avoid going around the time school gets out, because despite all the signs stating not to park at the curb, people always do, blocking the entrance and exit to the parking lot. I love how easy it is to reserve books or waitlist them online, pick them up inside off the hold shelf where they're sorted by last name, and self-check them out all without standing in line or needing anyone's help. This saves a ton of time when I'm out running errands. Near the entrance there's a spot for donating items. This has been great for those books my kids have outgrown, cookbooks I no longer need, and movies we no longer watch. This location is large and open, and usually clean. There are several small tables for children, as well as plenty of seating for adults.