Good neighborhood library. There are a good number of homeless people who use the computers, but…read moreI'm not at the library for the terminals so not complaining. Staff is helpful. It's small, but you can order whatever you want from other libraries to be picked up here.

I love this little library. Hidden on Alton, a little past montys this place is easy to miss. It's…read morevery small but the employees are nice, the books are organized and if they don't have something you want they'll order it for you with no problem. Unlike the other sobe library this one doesn't attract nearly as many homeless people which is nice for patrons. Def somewhere nice to go for something free to do to get out of the heat :)

Not a public library. Learned the hard way when I showed up to study and I was turned away because…read more"we are every exclusive". Wasn't even allowed to use the bathroom.

My second home since 2011! Librarians are super friendly,…read morehours are great (except for Sundays) and its usually very quiet so I get a lot accomplished. There are plenty of tables and computers, and just a few weeks ago the first and second floors got a facelift. The first floor alone has literally over 100 large screen desktops and comfy chairs. If you ever get tired or need a change of scenery there's a bustling Starbucks right by the entrance, in the same building. If I'm lacking motivation all I need to do is take a quick glance at the focused students and doctors around me and I'm set for 3 more hours.... and that is the best part of studying here!

As a library they are small but they have many other great options such as a park, kid playground…read morearea, and a pool along with an inside gym. But even though they are a small branch staff are always friendly. Parking is a bit difficult since the park has a lot of patrons and never seems to be enough parking available. And be warned DO NOT park in the residence area as your car will be towed. Saying from experience. But overall a nice little branch that's great especially if you have small kids.

Back in the mid-90s, I was an obese Shenandoah Middle School kid with more baby fat than…read moreself-esteem, stranded after school when I missed the bus or my grandfather couldn't scoop me up. And where did I end up? Not at home with a snack, not on the streets getting into trouble--nope. My babysitter was the Shenandoah Library. This place saved me. It was air-conditioned (a gift in Miami), quiet (unless I was breathing heavy down the book aisles), and mercifully free. I'd wander the stacks pretending to look studious but really hoping to stumble across a forbidden "naked lady book." Spoiler alert: no luck. When that mission failed, I'd lock myself in the bathroom for way too long, only to get the inevitable librarian knock: "Kid, are you still in there?" Yeah, I was. Don't judge me--at least I wasn't out buying Hot Cheetos. And yet, between the failed nudie hunts and the bathroom marathons, I actually discovered books. Real ones. Stories that made me laugh, wonder, and eventually fall in love with reading. Shenandoah Library didn't just keep me off the streets--it accidentally gave me a lifelong obsession with words. Not because it was perfect--libraries in the 90s smelled like dust and faint mildew--but because it tolerated me. It gave me refuge when I was awkward, overweight, and searching for something (besides naked ladies). It was patient, forgiving, and quietly life-changing. Shenandoah Library: where a chubby kid found air-conditioning, refuge, and a love of books--even if the librarians had to drag him out of the bathroom to do it.

I love this library! Great programs and welcoming staff always. Love the exterior courtyard with…read morebenches and tall shady trees. Great children's section and a Tot Lot! A modern and beautiful municipal library with lots of history.

GAME CHANGER. I know this may sound harsh, but if you aren't using your local library's digital…read moreresources, you are a DUNDERHEAD! And I know this because until quite recently, I was a fourth degree dunderhead myself. You see, I buy e-books from Amazon to download on a Kindle, pay for a Netflix subscription, occasionally download an audiobook from audible.com, and every now and then buy a magazine for a beach day. What a fool I've been! All these services are available free of charge from my local library. I've been Amazon "one-clicking" away so much cash I should have been saving instead! I was reading on my Kindle last Saturday and was about to pull the trigger on a new book, but I paused with my finger over the button, "$12.99 for a popular book written more than 10 years ago? No, I can pick this up at the library later." So, I popped into North Miami Public Library that very afternoon. It had been so long since my last visit that my card needed to be updated. It was a quick process with no line and no waiting. The librarian was super kind and knowledgeable. She handed over the brochure in the attached photo and explained access to free e-books, audiobooks, streaming video, and magazines using apps on the phone or tablet and my library card number. On the way home, I had to stop for an errand and was confronted by a long line. I passed the time by pulling out the brochure and library card. By the time it was my turn at checkout, I had downloaded the "over drive" app and borrowed my first free e-book. A snap! So, DON'T BE A DUNDERHEAD. Stop paying for things that are available to you at your lovely local library. Stop in today!

This was one beautiful and well kept library. I liked being here. It was big and spacious…read more Everything looked clean and well kept. It had nice clean bathrooms. I enjoyed my time there. The staff was incredible. I felt welcomed and comfortable from the time I stepped in. Everyone had a friendly smile. I was offered help but various employees. They were knowledgeable. They point me right to the area I needed to be. The parking was a little complicated. The library shares parking with the other city buildings. Everyone parks all around. There was not enough parking spots.

I love coming to this library. Instead of paying for Netflix, standing in front of a Redbox…read moremachine, going to the nearest Barnes & Nobles, or trying to figure out who has the best prices for CD's; I just go to the Hollywood library and borrow everything from books, ebooks, audio books, music, and movies...for FREE! The only thing you would have to worry about is the $1.00 fine they charge each day for each item that is overdue. I like the fact with having a library account, I can go on the website and check out any new book, CD, and DVD release. If the Hollywood branch does not have the item I want, I can put the item on hold and if there's a copy of that item available at any other Broward library, it will be sent to the library of my choice for pickup. There is no limit on the amount of books or CD's to borrow (2-3 weeks), but if you want to borrow DVD's, the limit is 10 (1 week). Besides borrowing books, CD's, and DVD's, the library also provides bus passes, faxes, copying and printing (15 cents each). They have four sections of computers for adults, teens, and young children. You have to first reserve a computer, which gives you a 60 minute session. You can only reserve a computer twice, which sucks cause I normally spend more than two hours on the internet. If you're smart, you'll walk in with your laptop and use the library's free Wi-Fi. There are also four 15 minute computers that needs no reservation for people who want to go on the internet for minor, quick things like check their email, a quick tweet, print, or download, or just check their facebook page. The noise level in the facility is usually quiet until after 2pm. That's when the school children arrives and then it becomes noisy. The staff are very friendly and are willing to answer any questions you have. It's like my little sanctuary away from home.

I love studying in this library...Please keep in mind that you can only have a conversation on the…read morefirst floor of the library, only whispered conversation is permitted on the second floor and the third floor is absolutely quiet! Public computers are available in the front of the library. The staff is friendly and helpful...the temperature is just right...I have had many successful group meetings there during my masters program! Regular Hours Monday through Thursday 7:30 am - 1:00 am Friday 7:30 am - 10:00 pm Saturday 8:00 am - 8:00 pm Sunday 10:00 am - 1:00 am

It is an okay library. Not very modern but has everything you need to get the job done. All the…read morestudy areas are equipped with outlets. The computers on the second floor are mostly Macs. They are close to the printer station except to reload your card with money to print you have to go to the first floor. This library also has a Starbucks although always busy is nice and convenient. Not much to say about this place other than it is a good place to study.

The staff, especially the lady at the front desk, is always extremely rude. When I asked about…read moremuseum passes, she was dismissive like I was inconveniencing her. When I had follow up questions, she responded condescendingly, as if I should already know. The other lady I interacted with also at the front desk I guess wasn't as rude but just seemed bothered with my son. He was next to me just looking around and sort of walking, not making any noise or even speaking she quickly told him to stay still because this wasn't a place to walk? I've also been for the children's programs they have two, one on Mondays for smaller children up until three years old and then they have one on Wednesdays for children three till five I believe. The one on Wednesday was terrible they put the children in a tiny room with barely any space and all they do is give them a piece of paper to color and that's pretty much it. The gentleman who was in charge was very kind though, complete opposite from the staff upfront. I'll never understand why people who hate customer service decide to work at front desks...

Hi All, this place is very nice except for some people who gets too loud at times! However, I do…read morefeel some people don't get the concept of being pin drop silent at a library. I was on a look out for a quiet place where I could work with better internet connectivity. Unfortunately this is second such spot where it was difficult to find an internet connection expect for a hard two bar connection. Later, I realised that it had to do with my laptop which was quite old and had just 2.5 ghz of wifi connectivity. Whereas, nowadays it's all about 5 ghz. So, my bad! I would definitely recommend this place and do not go for the sign boards at the parking as anyone wishing to spend time at this library has the privilege to park your vehicle for free of cost. This library is well arranged as all the furniture's are aesthetically placed based on user requirements. They do have small kiosks for working or studying in groups too. The library management system in this country is thumbs up!

As both a bibliophile and an architourist, the Brockway Memorial Library is a real treat. It is one…read moreof the many architectural gems that gives Miami Shores its character. If your interests include books, architecture, or local history this library is well worth a visit. The Brockway Memorial Library was built in 1948 with a $50,000 gift from philanthropist George A. Brockway, a truck manufacturer from Cortland, New York. The land was donated by Bessemer Properties, the company that led the incorporation of the Village of Miami Shores in 1932. Designed by architect Edwin T. Reeder in a modern tropical Florida style, the building features a great room with high exposed-beam ceilings, wood-paneled alcoves, coral stone, and three limestone fireplaces. In recognition of its architectural and historical significance, the library received local historic designation in 2023. The library officially opened to the public in 1949 with a collection of 4,182 donated volumes under the leadership of librarian Helen O'Connell Borsch. Over the decades, it has expanded several times, in 1955, 1960, 1984, 2002, and most recently in 2023 to accommodate a collection that now exceeds 70,000 volumes. The interior was designed by Haygood Lasseter, who also worked on President Harry S. Truman's Little White House in Key West. One of the library's most notable directors was Elizabeth Esper, whose remarkable 45-year tenure helped shape the institution. Today, the library also houses the Miami Shores Archives, a historical research facility preserving photographs, documents, and public records dating back to 1925. In front of the library stands a blue historic marker that is part of Florida's Historical Marker Program, one of the Florida Division of Historical Resources' most recognizable public history initiatives. These markers commemorate significant people, places, and events throughout the state and can be found at historic buildings, schools, churches, colleges, cemeteries, archaeological sites, battlefields, and historic districts. Historical Marker F-1273 was installed in 2024 by the Miami Shores Historic Preservation Board and the Florida Department of State to honor this community landmark.

El sitio es acogedor. Las bibliotecarias gritan como locas, todo el tiempo. Hoy por la tarde una de…read moreellas, veinte minutos antes de cerrar, comenzó a recorrer los pasillos y gritaba: "Time" Time". Una pena. Además, no sé por qué cierran más temprano que el resto de las biblitotcas. Sábado a las 3 de la tarde. Alguien debería explicarles que en una biblioteca que habla en voz baja y no se está todo el tiempo en el teléfono.