They've moved to a new location, at the "One Stop" for all things MWR on base- and it is immaculate…read morein there! Suchhh a cool facility! Not the most extensive library of course, but the selection they did have was new and in great condition. Everything from the shelves to the chairs was just so nice, and it's all in a building where other MWR things take place. There's even a gaming lounge, and a free play Pac-Man game! We really enjoyed being there, it was definitely worth the drive.

What a great library. It is small and aged but oh so amazing! Staff is wonderful and…read more story/craft time was great!!!

Just recently reconnected with the WB Community Center and I am happy I did. The staff have been…read morevery friendly and welcoming. Great place for adults and kids alike. We really enjoy playing pickle ball three mornings a week. Plenty to do inside, as well as, outside in the park connected to it. Free for Senior residents, and only $40 a year, I believe for resident adults. I believe it's a little extra for those living outside Chesapeake. Looking for a fun place to be active and meet new people, Check Them Out! PS Membership includes all Chesapeake rec centers :0)

My kids come to the Community Center for after school. They like it even though they sometimes get…read moreinto trouble. They like the staff and they say nice things about their experience there. The prices are affordable and I think the staff is patient with my kids. I'm hoping to get them enrolled for the summer and also for sports activities throughout the year.

Everything, staff members were very helpful. Very organized. Building was clean. Large facilities.read more

This local facility is utilized for educational and recreational programs. The opportunity to use…read morethe facilities is always appreciated. It's tough trying to find programs for the kids to participate in that has good coaching and available facility to use. I do believe this location also hosts several Nonprofit entities as well. The location also provides adult training programs too.

My online book search for books about The Knights Templar and books about Stephanie Plum, the…read morebounty hunter and books about Venice by Donna Leon.

It was interesting to visit a library that I didn't know existed. Of course I knew there was a…read moreGreat Neck Library, but the location is so off the beaten path you need a map. All joking aside, for this first timer the library is only a block off of First Court, but accessed off of Old Donation Parkway. Turn onto Bayne Dr. which takes you to not only the library, but also Lynnhaven Middle School. My son needed to pick up materials that were immediately available and happen to be at GN Library. Upon approaching the area I passed the backside of Lynnhaven Park which is completely detached from the basketball courts on First Court and has a newer playground, so look for an update to this park. The parking is long paved lot beside the building. The size appears to be adequate for it's patrons. The building is possibly one of the older one's in the VB Library system. The lot was clean and exterior area was free from debris. A shocker was a cool small park like area with picnic tables opposite side of the parking lot beside the library. I noticed when walking in that they have installed the new automated return system. When entering you will find a small check out counter up front. To the left a very large children's library that is carpeted walled off and has a door. This is nice for security of small wondering kids. There are activity tables a computer and small chairs. I entered to just look around a bit and found children playing more than reading and a lot of materials in need of being reshelved... so was not impressed. However, I found all of the other areas clean and neat. Adult Fiction were just beyond on the left. and right back the bulk of the collection Non-Fiction. Also audio books or on the right exterior wall. The middle area has tables to read, or study. The square footage is not overwhelming and it's obvious it's an older facility, possibly early 80's. However, they seemed to have the necessary materials to serve the GN area. The have a small computer area of around 8 cubicles. It probably services this area okay, but nothing exciting. Just across from the computers is the Reference and quiet study area. To the left exterior is a meeting/multi-purpose room. No sink, or kitchen in the room like newer facilities. If they have private study rooms I did not see them, but would be surprised if they did not have at least two some where. My son checked out his own materials with my supervision at a distance. He said the process went smooth and the staff person, a younger black woman was nice. He also needed help at one point in locating a book and received immediate assistance and said this staff person was friendly and helpful in finding what he needed. I am assuming that this this library is on the lower side of circulation, but could be wrong. They had patrons enjoying different types of materials, but for the HUGE GN area is was not overly busy for a weekday. Could it be that this location is just not thought of since it's not on a main road. I could not get overly excited here, but if your in the Great Neck corridor and this branch works best than go for it! I think you will find it meeting a lot of your needs.

Took a tour of this library when it first opened & recently returned for a reception for the new…read moretraffic light on a nearby street. The employees are welcoming and the building is well-kept (still!). I love all the resources and play park they have for the local neighborhood children who come to visit on a daily basis. Just be aware that the parking lot is behind the library! Clean bathrooms, vending machines, conference rooms, to include an outside balcony located upstairs. Computers also available.

Beautiful brand new library. When I walked in, I was pleased to see it is set up like a mini…read moreSlover-conference rooms, computers and the best children floor in the city. I went upstairs to complete school work and enjoyed working with a wonderful window view. Self checkout and attentive staff all visible. A wonderful addition to the neighborhood and the city.

This medium-sized branch library is located along a busy street that does have street parking…read more That's helpful because it's own lot is quite small and I think is full of librarian's vehicles. The does offer the usual with fiction, non-fiction and a large children's section. A bunch of computers are available for use, though I think you do need to be a resident to use those. As well, do you really want to be touching the keyboard that all sorts of people have been using? I found a table with power and used this library as my afternoon office. The wifi worked well and it was mostly quiet enough that I could get some emails done and such. Because of the size of the library, quiet Zoom meetings weren't going to work from inside but the wifi reached to the van where I was able to complete my last call of the day and then depart. Overall, a great library for quiet study and reading that has a good selection of books available to be borrowed by residents. There's also a "used books" area with books for sale that the library no longer wants on their shelves. [Review 18119 overall - 1388 in Virginia - 1641 of 2022.]

I visited this library last Wednesday for the first time to do a vision board for 2026. This…read morelibrary is very small. I usually like to find a place in the library to quietly read and this library doesn't seem to be a good place for that

On the way to separate Yelp events in the area, I stopped at this library on two occasions…read more Getting some quality time for myself was key after I got off work. Let's see how everything turned out. The library is named after the former Virginia Beach mayor. Inside, it's very spacious where there are two floors. If you want complete privacy, there are private rooms available. And they also have a conference room which is right by the entrance doors. There are booths available where you can do personal reading or assignments if you're a student. Also, they have charging stations for your mobile phone and laptop. And they have a children's section for kids. The library is showing its age, but still appears to be a great place for all ages that walk in. For both visits, very comfortable. This library will be a go-to the next time I'm in the area. Till next time :)

I love it here! I…read morelove the convenience of the location how it's near everything! The library is minutes from the mall minutes from a gas station minutes from a gym this is just perfect in my opinion. Very seldom do I use any other services other than the desk area to do independent work. Even though I do have a library membership in case I do decide to check out anything I just love being able to come and work in a neutral environment it's not super quiet in here especially if mothers or Guardians are with children but still it's nothing that's unbearable. The staff is super friendly always helpful. Every time I come in I'm greeted with a smile. The restrooms are always tidy! Upstairs and downstairs areas and handicap accessible. There are Stadium size rooms as well just an efficient building and location that holds a lot of events from graduations to seminars. But if you haven't been here definitely check them out. This past year, I've witnessed some graduates come and take their senior photos and evidently that's something that's allowed I've never seen anyone question them... I Love all the natural light that comes in as well petfect for pictures on a bright day. Have fun and enjoy life :)

I went to City Hall to pay a bill and vote early. The lobby was clean and the staff were welcoming…read more Even the folks working at DMV were cheerful and had jokes about the weather. It is easy to park and come into city hall. The area around the building is always clean and tidy. Inside the building is clean and the floors are shining. I hope more Portsmouth citizens take advantage of visiting their City Hall. I found that the workers love to interact with people in person and it helps me explain what I am here for with visual clues. People are better than clicks on a computer. My visit was short but I accomplished everything I came in to do.

Caught Office of Permits and Inspections trying to ticket my car on October 31, 2025…read more Car had November 2025 tags and November 2025 State Inspection. Insurance card was in plain view, along with receipt from DMV for renewal of plates, acting as proof of renewal. Second time Permits and Inspections has tried to ticket this car, the first was for "LEAF LITTER" on the hood, car was licensed, inspected and insured at this time, as well. Proved the car ran and drove, when I drove away. Not the first problem I have had with this Office, they contine to target me due to my race, and gender