Yessss Amazing place to bring the kids, making slime, playing B-I-N-G-O, and event planned for the…read morekids and parents to enjoy themselves too....

I've always loved this library! Before I jetted off to Jacksonville, this library was the hangout…read morespot for me, my siblings, and friends for years. It was refreshing to come into town and need to make a few copies because it gave me a reason to revisit. The best part? The friendly staff, comfortable environment, and abundant resources hasn't changed. What has changed its how much has been updated to accommodate your needs! Although this is a small town, the library has all of the modern necessities to make this a one-stop shop! Grande Prairie is just one of many comforts of home that has maintained it's community appeal and charm! I'm glad the youth of today get to experience one of few community buildings that resonate the togetherness and support of yesterday.

Great place! The teen librarian is super cool and friendly. The staff can help you find anything…read moreyou need. And the comic and manga selection is great. Overall my favorite library. (Btw the volunteer programs are great way to get hours for school or just as a fun activity to do. There is almost always something to do and the librarians always show you how to do the tasks in a super easy to understand way)

This library made getting a card especially difgicult, rejecting documents from my employer that…read morematched my Illinois driver's license. I had to make a scene to get my card. In addition, these folks misgender transgender folk, after correction, even with identification. These transphobic classists should never have been trusted with a library.

I rented Grapes of Wrath from this library and when i turned it back in there was supposedly water…read moredamage and they made me pay for it. I don't mind but they took this American classic off the shelves and out of circulation. There is now 1 copy in a 9 library system. There's is not a library in this country that should not have this book on the shelves. It's now in my personal collection and its perfectly readable and not in bad shape for a paperback book that looks like it was printed in 2006. Maybe I shouldn't expect the values to be different for a library system that felt it appropriate to put life sized cardboard cut outs of Donald trump inside of it a couple of summers ago

Plenty of tables, helpful staff, and free wifi. All of this is well and good, but the combo…read morechildren-adult section makes the library louder than it should be for productivity-minded students and adults looking to get some work done.

I am writing to express ongoing concerns regarding my experiences at the Midlothian Library as a…read moretraveling therapist serving young children and their families. In my role, I work with children of varying abilities, including those with developmental differences. Unfortunately, I have had multiple unpleasant interactions with staff that have made the environment feel unwelcoming and, at times, inappropriate for the families I serve. I have observed what I perceive to be differential treatment toward families of color, including nonverbal cues and behaviors that come across as dismissive and judgmental. One particularly concerning incident involved a child with autism who was experiencing a brief meltdown in a private room. During this time, a staff member, later identified as Sue Eckhardt, entered abruptly and stated, "What the hell is going on? I can hear the banging in my office." The tone and approach lacked sensitivity and were not appropriate given the situation. The interaction escalated an already challenging moment rather than supporting a safe and understanding environment. Additionally, I have received repeated feedback that typical toddler behavior--such as speaking at an indoor voice level--is "too loud." I have also been told that my therapeutic singing is disruptive, despite it being a standard and necessary component of my sessions. At the same time, there appears to be inconsistency in expectations for noise levels among staff. I would also like to note concerns regarding the physical layout of the children's area. The toddler space is centrally located with high ceilings, which naturally amplifies sound. This design contributes to noise concerns that staff have raised, yet the responsibility appears to be placed on families rather than considering environmental factors. Public libraries are intended to be inclusive, welcoming spaces for all members of the community. Based on my experiences, I feel that the current environment and some staff interactions fall short of that standard. I strongly encourage leadership to reflect on staff training, particularly in areas of cultural responsiveness, disability awareness, and family-centered practices.

It was ok, staff has some attitude but mostly Ok…read more One time I went to the bathroom and they were all messed up. It smelt bad and what I think was soap on the mirror.

Three is a generous rating for a small library that posts one set of hours on line and another set…read moreof hours on the door. The day I was there they lady in charge was more interested in being at home. She talked in a loud voice with patrons making it uncomfortable for the readers. Very small geneaology room with lots of old newspapers (and that's all) media clerk was zero help for scavenging resources. In a small town, you don't have a lot of choices so I hate to take away too many stars, but I do believe this place CAN do better at drawing in a clientele.

I have been a regular visitor to the Gary library system for years. I find the staff delighted to…read morehelp people who are looking for information. The staff encourages patrons to use the library. They make you feel welcome and comfortable. Recently I was in Tulsa and while perusing a bookstore near my hotel, I purchased a number of books of specific local interest. I then make a list of the other less local books so that I can come to my local library to borrow them. I am over joyed to say that every book on my list is available in the Gary Public Library system. Thank you for saving me money! Henry Mosley P.S., The Library has always been CLEAN.

Amazing library, and amazing staff, we borrowed books constantly from here and the atmosphere was…read morealways great

I enjoyed the Tops vs Bottoms volleyball game until that guys nuts got twisted in the net…read more.. Besides that it was the evening of a lifetime! Highly recommended!

Biscuits and gravy every Friday. Accommodations are lackluster and the staff is rude. I found the…read morecavity searches to be aggressive and unnecessary. You should probably bring extra socks as they are not provided. You are allotted one local call,there is no WiFi. I don't recommend this establishment.

The Shelby Branch of the Lowell Public Library is your typical 'Little Town Library'. The librarian…read moreis adorable & really willing to help you get the book you've been wanting~ from anywhere in the country to boot! The only downside is the organization of the library... there really is a lack of it. Upside is the friendliness & small size. They offer a lot of programs for the kids and are super tolerant of the kiddos!