This was one of the most uncomfortable library experiences I've ever had…read more I arrived shortly after the library opened. Not long after, a woman with an unfriendly face sat behind me at a nearby table with a laptop. Initially, I assumed she was another patron, but I later realized she was a staff member who seemed to be observing me the entire time--which felt intrusive and unsettling. I'm sensitive to cold and often bring a small thermal pad with me for comfort. At one point, a male librarian approached me and told me I wasn't allowed to use it, stating that electrical outlets were only for computers and phones. It seemed clear that the woman had reported me to him. He also asked me to move my bags inward, although I had already done so. I also witnessed this same librarian ask a young man, who appeared to be homeless, to leave for resting his head on the table. While I understand there are policies, it felt unnecessarily harsh--especially since the individual was quiet and not disturbing anyone. Some power outlets in the library were visibly covered, which appeared to be a deliberate effort to prevent usage. That, along with the general atmosphere and how the staff handled interactions, made the space feel unwelcoming and tense. In my opinion, the overall environment is not conducive to working or studying comfortably, especially if you're hoping for a respectful and empathetic atmosphere.

It's so sad honestly. There filled with homeless. It smells like urine and alcohol. I will never…read morebring my child back here. It honestly feels so unsafe and unsanitary. Homeless go into the bathroom to shower and lock themselves in there for a pretty long time. The city needs to urgently clean it up.

Wowww I grew up coming here and moved away 10 years ago. I came back today with my kids and it's…read moresoo cute and so clean. I love the kids area and how it's completely separate from the adults area. What a smart idea! It had some kids toys and a variety of seating options and tons of fun books! Love what they have done!

It's been a while since I last visited and it's good to see that cypress library is taking…read moreconstructive feedback into consideration. I actually am sitting in my car in the parking lot after briefly walking into to help the kids with homework. As soon as I got back to the car, I checked Yelp to see if they enabled no/half star ratings. The library is overflowing with homeless people. They are now all over the Children's areas and the smell and condition of the library is unbearable. It's clear that the city is enjoying their apportionment of homeless funding in exchange for helping them get into public spaces for shelter. As a result of this, the library, which ironically shares a parking lot with the police station and another gov building, is unusable for its intended purpose. Its smell is so putrid and heavy, my kids commented as soon as the door opened to enter. We searched for a place to sit that wasn't so rank or close to the homeless, but there was nowhere to sit. The other students in the building were also commenting, so it's a feeling shared by others -- not just myself. Looks like this library has been ruined.

This is the place that my kid been to since PK til now (going 2b freshman in HS). Great, nice,…read morehelpful & friendly staff, clean & spacious. They do change their staff once in awhile but the friendliness is passing on. It's not a big library but good size and enough option for all ages. They do have laptop to borrow and onsite computers to use.

Five out of five for a local library. You might ask is it as cool as the Huntington library in…read morePasadena or even the Huntington Beach library on Golden West. No. Those places have lots of money. What Garden Grove library on Chapman has, is soul. I have been coming to this library on and off since 1969 When my family moved five miles from eastern Garden grove to mid-city. Mom brought my sister and I here every month as we grew. Then we would walk or bike here as adolescents.There were competitions to see who could read the most books over the summer. Library staff with fashion poster board with little fish that moved forward for each child competing. I don't think I ever won, but if you think about it, I did. I returned this month to get a library card. I was looking at ways to decrease the cost of life. I decided I was spending too much on audiobooks. Now I can access audiobooks and e-books for free. Love love love. The library staff used to support kid and grown up classes, but none I'm aware of since COVID. I miss the art classes. You'll run into your neighbors and make friends here. All gratis and wholesome as heck.

I was fuming like crazy over a wrong Amazon order twice, money issues, family issues, and job…read moreissues. I went here to print out a return sheet for an Amazon order, and instead of 15 cents. I was charged $10. I was mad as hell. I went back here, and one of the female staff members at the information desk was able to explain to me why this happens. She even showed me a sign as proof that this happens to a lot of people, not just me. Her kindness and professionalism quickly melted away my anger. I was thankful for her honesty and I left the library feeling much better. I was so close to writing a 1-star review. But thankfully the staff member was kind enough to explain this to me.

The librarians and all the staff are very kind and super helpful every time I've been there. I…read moreappreciate they are open seven days a week.

I am really very tired of every time I come to this library from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. I hear kids…read moreare noisey and a lady is treating this place like a day care. She is holding a classroom setting. Clapping hands and singing songs for the whole time. When someone was using a cellular phone, the staff immediately went to intervene him. A library should be for reading and keeping the sound at the lowest level. Staff allowed this happening 5 days a week. They did not do anything. I wonder whether they are all deaf.

I cannot say enough wonderful things about the Tibor Rubin Library! My first visit here was August…read moreof 2022 for their Wednesday Story Time program with the beloved Miss Lindsay. My toddler son and I immediately felt welcomed and nurtured. Our second visit was where I knew that I wanted to make this our home library; after one Story Time encounter Miss Lindsay had memorized who my son was & his name. She treats littles like they truly matter and are special. And her enthusiastic spirit makes each Story Time captivating and exciting! The children's section is thoughtfully designed with colorful decor, small chairs and tables, loads of toys, all types of puzzles, plenty of STEM toys and an extensive collection of books that cater to all ages and interests. They have huge collection of children's books that includes: board books, picture books, early reader books, wonder books (that read to you!) and fun audio books for kids just to name a few. They also have a AWE Learning computer that my child loves! What truly sets Tibor Rubin Library apart from others is how welcome they make you feel. They welcome all patrons and bring a sense of community and importance to all who enter. Their staff is fiercely dedicated and have always gone above and beyond for us. I have received much help and support from their staff, including help from Miss Chloe to help sign my child up for school. They offer a fantastic array of programs and activities tailored to children and families. Story Time is our family favorite and is very interactive and includes music, games, dancing and bubbles. Some Story Times also include crafts or STEM like experiments which my toddler loves. We've also come to many of their Special Events and have been been blown away countlessly by what a "library" can offer. In April Miss Jenny made sure we knew about 'Children's Day' where she had organized a fantastic day supporting children with a Youth Lion Dance Performance. It made an everlasting impression on my child and myself. It was absolutely spectacular! The library also caters to adults and teens in the community. I personally came to the Author Discussion of Arlene L. Walker presented with Miss Chloe and found it incredibly engaging and fascinating. There were so many great questions that lead to meaningful and engaging discussions - where I felt like I gained a new sense of wisdom. Tibor Rubin is a true community based library that creates a sense of belonging. They offer a safe and nurturing space for young minds and for everyone who goes. I love how quaint the library is and how everyone makes it a point to know you and your child. It's a place my child and I feel safe and welcome when visiting. Thank you, Tibor Rubin, for being a beacon of positivity and learning in our community. We are incredibly grateful for all that you do for all us!

It's a public library! If I can't find a book there, they can order a copy from any library in the…read moreOC system in find n their online catalog. And I feel confident that the PC's and Chromebooks have firewalls which my phone may not.

It was a small library with 10 staff members including a manager. I have been using this library to…read morecheck out books for kids for more than 20 years. Since the old days, the library has been stacked with books, and unorganized bookshelves. 10ft Long tables have been attached to many other tables. The dark red carpet was filthy with a smell like urine. The library staff were sitting like a log at the desk and never wanted to get up to assist visitors with technical issues or help them direct where the books were. "YES YES YES " The library Staff here often responds, " I don't know ". After the COVID-19 pandemic, many lives have been lost. It was an awakening to live without tomorrow and it recalled our own awareness. This Westminster Library was newly created and it was organized. It was still 10 staff members and 5/10 five out of ten staff way able to perform their work with morality. These five staff members are willing to get up and move around when the library visitors need help. The other five staff members are not willing to operate their acknowledgment or perform the jobs as they require. I asked one of the staff members about the computer issue and she said to follow the directions on the page. I went back to my desk and it's not working so I came back to the front desk and she is the staff member was not happy to respond. It was a disgusting attitude, Low self-esteem Laziness Disrespect Uneducational Library jobs are not real jobs. Every staff member acts like their own Boss. They don't have social skills.

One of the reasons you have to get to Stanton DMV early is because of their crazy hours. They…read moreclose at noon after opening up at 7am, and than they sord of reopen back up at 1pm. Their DMV is so outdated tho. I do not like the service here. I am glad I no longer have to go to this location after moving to Fountain Valley now. I hope they can make some improvements with their DMV. Hire more people that want to be there.

Stanton. When I lived there it was known as "Crossroads to Entertainment" because it was a city…read moreyou drove through to get somewhere better, like the beach, Disneyland, or Knott's. I think now it's now famous as the home of Elizabeth Taylor's 7th and last husband. The "City of Stanton" in a governmental sense wasn't bad. They provided a great library and Boys & Girls Club. My first play "California Suite" was at the Stanton Community Center. All of our potholders had come in the mail with the names of Stanton's councilmen and representatives. Did that happen everywhere or just Stanton? As a city, it's okay. I lived in Stanton for almost all of my pre-adult life. It was a quick bus ride to Huntington Beach (sometimes we rode our bikes the 12 miles), and a straight line to Disneyland, just five miles away, close enough that we could see the nightly fireworks that served as an unofficial curfew to come home. I attended Savannah and Mary Perez (both gone). For fun, we had a Golfland, Stanton Village Edwards, annual St. Polycarp festivals, trampoline basketball courts, and the unique Hobby City (now Adventure Land). Though we were regulars at an independent Mario's, the best places to eat in the late 70s were Sundowners (cafeteria style), Me & Ed's (especially after a game), and Pinnacle Peak, where they'd cut off your necktie and hang it, if you were stupid or silly enough to wear one. Like many California cities, it had become populated due to a railway. The LA Interurban ran straight from Watts to Santa Ana in 1905. I, too, would run straight from Watts. Named for LA assemblyman Philip Stanton, the rural area grew and was incorporated in 1911, and although it was then the largest city in OC, Anaheim had planned to use it as their "sewage farm". I think some of the seeds are still there. They dis-incorporated in 1924 to avoid the cost of road building, and re-incorporated in 1950s with the post-war population explosion. Around that time the railway no longer carried passengers, but became my shortcut to junior high. As of 2010, the population was 50% Hispanic, 23% Asian, and 22% white, with a median household of nearly 4 and an income of $51K. Though Safewise included Stanton in their seventh annual "California's 50 Safest Cities" report in 2021, the only time I was "mugged" was two boys taking my newspaper money. It was a little shadier back then. I think the guy running the Olympic torch down Katella (which I witness in 1984) was running a little faster than normal.

This place has been nothing but amazing to me for the past few years. This place was affordable and…read moreamazing enough for me to take classes during the summer and allow me to transfer them to my university for credits. Staff here are amazing. My professors are transparent and amazing. One of my professors, Dr. Tapia, helped me emotionally and psychologically when I told him that I was in a very traumatic incident almost three years ago. He was very understanding. But you guys need to address the whole cat-killing scandal. It's unacceptable to have people killing cats.

I was considering attending Cypress College, but after learning what's happening to the community…read morecats on campus, I cannot support this school. Simon, a small campus cat, was allegedly struck with a rake by a Cypress College employee. He suffered severe neck and spine injuries and had to be put down. How do you do that to a defenseless animal just trying to survive? Craig Lee, Director of Campus Security, oversees the area where people leave water for the cats. Yet those water sources are repeatedly destroyed. Dr. Scott Thayer has claimed the school provides water for the cats, but that's simply not true. Community members are constantly rushing to bring water because the cats are left without it. Between 2023 and 2024, the campus cat population dropped from 26 to 23. That means three cats are unaccounted for. Where did they go? What happened to them, Dr. Thayer? These are living beings--deserving of answers and transparency. There are also serious allegations that employee Tim Noriega has trapped cats with the intent to kill them. If you have any knowledge of animal abuse at Cypress College, please report it to law enforcement. And if you work at the school and face retaliation for speaking out, document everything and contact an employment law attorney. Simon's story is heartbreaking, and the disappearance of other cats raises grave concerns. Students deserve to attend a college where animals are treated humanely and accountability matters. Until Cypress College addresses this, I cannot recommend it.

Highly recommend the Braille Institute for support services for blind people and their family's…read more Years ago when my son was at UCSB he received services from the Santa Barbara braille institute center. I would offer as a thankful parent, my son earned a PHD from UCSB and is now a leading technology professional at the Braille Institute of America. He directs a team of support personal and is highly regarded nationwide as a advocate to people with blindness and their family s. All the best Father of Skylar Covich PHD. 2024

The staffs and students are very nice. This is a very nice facility with lots of interesting and…read moregood programs for the visually impaired. The class sizes are good compare to students and teacher ratio. There is also a good library in this facility where we can check out audio books. Students could get there by bus or by access transportation. Yelp.com/list/yelp-100-challenge

I really enjoy this location! It's a good size with a large selection of all types of books,…read moremusic, movies, and collectibles. The service here is always good as well, they're well staffed and always pleasant to work with. They also give a fair value for your books which is always cool, and their prices are quite fair as well! Bring in your old stuff and leave with new stuff! :)

If you have an eye on growing your book or movie collection, I highly recommend checking out the…read moreGarden Grove Bookoff! It's one of the newer (and more organized) locations of the Japanese used bookstore, and carries a large variety: from left to right when you walk in figurines, video games, films, books, cassettes, and vinyls. Make sure to come back frequently as the inventory regularly changes! I've picked up fiction, jazz records, and even some wishlist flicks for my dad. While I do think Bookoff in general recently raised their prices (e.g. Blu-rays averaged $5 but are now $7 apiece) thanks to market conditions, you can still find some great deals like $3 clearance movies, $2 books, and $1 vinyls. Associates always greet you when you enter :) I haven't traded in my books or movies since I always tend to walk out with more than I came in with - but they'd be happy to answer any questions there, too. Parking is easy; Bookoff is in the corner of a strip mall with plenty of diagonal spaces.