​ 30 years ago I was quite an accomplished guitarist so I was really thrilled and happy that this…read morelibrary was loaning out ukuleles I was very disappointed to not be told there was a class on the weekend where I could learn more about learning to play the ukulele it's a very unsatisfactory experience because of them not giving me that information

Drove by the library today... curbs are painted BRIGHT RED now. Sure didn't take the city long to…read moreget down to business when revenue is an issue. But at least others won't be taken unaware & hit with a ticket.

While it is small and they don't have EVERYTHING- they CAN bring you what you are looking for from…read moreother county libraries, something like over 20 of em. Not to mention the staff here is friendly!

Very old small library. Cute, quaint, and I suppose does the job, but I feel really bad for this…read morelibrary, coming from down in the Bay Area where we have some really cool libraries! If it's all you know, then I suppose you wouldn't complain. But I hope you guys can get a major upgrade soon because people LOVE going to the cooler libraries, like the ones with private study pod rooms that close (ours have a two-person table, excellent for tutoring, a white board, sliding doors, and you just reserve it for up to two hours at a time); fireplace with reading nook, chairs, or couches; teen reading area with a booth for teens only; a large play area for kids with lots of toys, touch-screen computers, magnatiles, play tent, puppet area, foam dinosaur constructs; conference rooms you can rent, etc. NOT trying to knock these little libraries because I remember when ours was this small too -- just saying I can't until Fort Bragg can experience having a wonderful library upgrade like we had. (Well, our little library had to become something else, and a brand new one was built elsewhere, MUCH larger, with an outdoor area, turtle water fountains and everything). The coolest thing about the Fort Bragg library is it's right across from the coolest play park!!! So if you're heading here, plan to visit both.

My mother and I made the approximately 40 minute trip from Santa Rosa to Cloverdale to attend a…read morefree sewing workshop at the Cloverdale Regional Library. The library had put together packets with all the materials needed for a successful project, and set them next to full-size sewing machines. There were experienced seamstresses and quilters available to lead us through each step, and we both left with beautiful tote bags, complete with quilted exterior pocket. I look forward to growing my sewing skill set, and plan on attending another workshop.

the nicest part of the Cloverdale library is even though you feel as if you are in a tiny library…read morewhen sitting down to read you are aware almost instantly how bright it is inside the library. It is easier to read with more bright light. More light creates less eye strain.

I've had library cards for Sunnyvale, San Jose, San Francisco, and San Diego. Healdsburg has…read morealways been the best experience! Easy parking, quiet library with the perks of book sales, art shows and special exhibits to be seen when I walk in. The staff there are also cheery and helpful. The Healdsburg library is a small library with a big selection. When I want something, I just order it online and if it's in any of the Sonoma County libraries, it will show up in a few days in Healdsburg. They send me email when the item is available. The Healdsburg library also has a "Wine Library" where one can read books on all aspects of the wine vocation. There are many old books on the subject. The children's section is right by the book check out desk. I like seeing the children reading books or having a book read to them - and it's right by the checkout desk so they are being watched over all the time by patrons and library staff. The children always seemed well behaved; quietly talking or fidgeting in their chairs as they enjoy their books. Some big city libraries are creepy with people sleeping in chairs, learing around corners or aimlessly walking around. I've never seen anything like that in Healdsburg. I like that the library is close to Casa Del Mole so I can have lunch and purchase groceries if I need them when I visit the library. Did I mention the staff are helpful and friendly? They always greet me as if they are glad to see me... and I think they are!

Very helpful staff, excellent book/DVD selection, and a vast array of resources. This is a prime…read moreexample of why a municipality should invest in their libraries.

This library is a darling little old library (circa 1913)…read more The outside was recently refinished. It is linked to the public library system so you can get practically any book. If you need to access a computer they have a couple of computers as well.

The building is an architectural treasure and the staff has always been friendly and super helpful…read more I'm a university graduate, but think this is one of the best libraries I've ever seen. Raising two children who learned to read and love books from this library, over the 34 years I've been going there I have never been disappointed. Historical notes: the benefactor for whom this building is named, Harriet Lee Hammond, was President Theodore Roosevelt's first wife's sister. The architect was the nephew of poet Henry Wordsworth Longfellow.

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This is a cute little library. The outside decor of the building is like a lot of other commercial…read morebuildings. It is amazing though by changing the plant life the look of the library can be changed easily without it being to costly.

Time for a bathroom break but there really isn't much along California 1. Thankfully, I spotted…read morethis public toilet in a parking area opposite the Point Arena community library. Separate sides for me and women. Clean with running water and a lockable stall. I'm not sure if they are locked at certain times or not. Now that's done, it's time to head up the street to see what's for lunch! [Review 17639 overall - 429 in California - 1160 of 2022.]

Sonoma County is blessed with a great library system for kids!…read more They have TONS of baby and kid programs for all different ages. Baby storytime, toddler wiggle time, read to a dog to practice your reading out loud, summer reading challenges, Lego groups, holiday art projects, guest shows, and so so much more and it's all FREE. If you are a new mom in the area you are in luck because all of the Sonoma County Library Branches have these benefits.

Decided to take a trip downtown this morning to check out the local library. The staff was friendly…read moreand helpful in showing me around for my first time visiting. The library is quite large with a wide selection materials and several different study areas. The main drawbacks were the parking and overall cleanliness. There is no dedicated parking lot so most people will need to find paid street parking or use a paid parking garage. I also noticed that some areas felt unclean, with strong odors in certain parts of the library and an unkept bathroom. There were also many homeless individuals sheltering inside or gathered outside, which may make some visitors uncomfortable.

On the far side of the building that is attached to the Arena Pharmacy and a few yards up the road…read morefrom the Coast Community Library, this wall mounted book box is waiting for you 24 hours. It is stained wood and has a single door. It is self-titled, "Box of (free) Books." Inside, two shelves loaded with mostly paperback books. Neatly shelved and easily browseable, there was some fiction and romance novels and even a well worn copy of 2001: A Space Odyssey. But I have that one already. The sign on the side of the box, "During the pandemic: Do not return these free books to this box, please share them on!" This library is not part of the Little Free Library system and is not listed on their site. [Review 17642 overall - 432 in California - 1163 of 2022.]