Beautiful library nestled in a residential area with ample seating and charging. There's even a…read moresection with a self-serve coffee machine and vending machine for drinks, making the area seem like it's intended for eating, although my friend and I ate our food outside of this area, which wasn't formally designated for food anyway. There is a water bottle refill station next to the individual bathrooms. The ambiance is stunning and modern, not exactly silent but not too loud despite the presence of a children's section. We didn't try out the other amenities of those library, as we had a lot of studying to do. Would highly recommend as a place to quietly meet up with a friend, get some remote work done, or escape the Houston heat for free!

I criticize Houston a lot for its poor public planning, but the Public Library System is one thing…read morethey've done marvelously. This library is sleek, modern, and absolutely beautiful. Color tinted windows brighten up the gloomiest and rainiest of days. Artsy geometric themes line the walls, ceilings, and furniture. Whatever your reason for visiting, the interior provides an abundant amount of space for it. More importantly than aesthetics, this library goes above and beyond in the resources it provides. It has passport services, computers, printers, study spaces, and books, similar to most libraries. What most libraries don't have though? Video recording studios, podcast rooms, and sound engineering booths. All fully equipped with instruments, all soundproof, and all FREE. OF. CHARGE. I absolutely love seeing this available. It provides people a creative outlet and a chance to feel heard. Other available gadgets include 3D printers, Cricut machines, and premium media editing software. C.J. and several other employees are at your service if you ever need a tutorial. According to the American Enterprise Institute, library visits have decreased by roughly 31% since 2000. I wouldn't have been able to tell based on my visit today. I saw plenty of parents, kids, and students lost in their own worlds. Free third spaces (locations other than work and home) have become increasingly rare; turns out that if you build a pretty library that's valuable to all, the community will come. I can't emphasize enough how cool this library is. It's a rare sight of tax dollars being utilized incredibly effectively. This isn't some privileged resource in River Oaks or Memorial Village; it's located in the unassuming suburbs of Westbury just outside of I-610. You'll leave this library impressed one way or the other. See for yourself.

No issues anymore. They fixed the internet. Hours open should be longer. Nice atmosphere. Staff…read morehelpful

In essence, it's a typical library. They offer three study rooms, available for two-hour…read morereservations. The staff's demeanor was neutral - neither particularly welcoming nor cold. The study room itself is somewhat outdated but still serviceable. However, I did encounter what felt like an undercurrent of bias from one of the librarians. While using the study room, something about my appearance - perhaps the combination of my skin color and my casual attire of shorts and an oversized sweater - seemed to trigger a prejudiced reaction. It's possible the librarian didn't realize or care that my 'starving artist' look was actually the result of my hectic life as a med student cramming for exams. A word of advice for fellow people of color considering a visit: you might find it beneficial to dress in a more conventional, 'soccer mom' style to sidestep any potential judgment.

Fort Bend County Libraries University Branch location is located in Sugar Land next to the…read moreUniversity of Houston's Sugar Land campus/university library. Spacious and filled with many resources for community members, students, and library card holders. I've been to this location many times. During my most recent visit I stopped in to pick up my Summer Reading Color Our World prizes! I stopped by two information desks and eventually they informed me that I needed to go upstairs. Once I made it to that desk, the ladies were helpful. I'll be sure to take a picture of my rewards for the Grown Ups Reading Challenge. I received water bottles, sticky notes/flags/pens, drawstring bag, and pen pouches. Defintely worth stopping by and joining the reading challenge! If I'm in the area this is a library I'd return to.

Fort Bend County (FBC) Library was a safe haven when we lost power due to Hurricane Beryl. The AC…read morealone here was the best part compared to the stifling heat inside of our home. There's plenty of seating inside. Computers were also available to use for up to four consecutive hours once I obtained a library card and number to sign in. If you need to charge your phones or electronic devices, there are plenty of outlets available. There's first come first serve study rooms for those that do require more concentration. For a person who loves reading books for learning and for pleasure, this place was great. I haven't combed through a physical book in a long time, since we have pdfs and Kindle apps on our iPhones. But, this library was refreshing. They even have manga books translated to English. Here, you can borrow any book from and return it to any fort bend county library in 21 days. That's awesome. In addition, they have study rooms here and computers for kids to play games on. On their website, FBC libraries also have book clubs you can attend or reserve new books that are released to borrow. Not sure how long it takes for anyone to actually get a new book, though. Plus, it's relatively quiet here, so I feel extremely productive when I'm here to do any sort of work. My regret is that I didn't find this spot sooner. They're even open on Saturdays if you need to work on some things. Logistics-wise, this library is actually located within the UH-SL campus. When you enter, the library is on your left side. Just follow the signs for library parking. Since I went during post-Hurricane Beryl, the gate lever was open to the parking lot. However, during normal business hours, you need to take a ticket before entering the lot and validate your parking ticket with the library staff before you leave the library parking lot. Overall, I will be coming back here again when I need some quiet time or work done.

Love this library! I bought my upcoming 1st grader a workbook for this summer and I wanted a change…read moreof scenery for him to work on it so, I came here with him 2 weeks ago and we can't stop coming back :) It's spacious, organized, and clean. Plus, the staff are friendly and helpful. There are so many books (duh,), learning games for toddlers, and computers with so much educational games. If you have a toddler and a school-aged kid, you'll like it here. Your toddler can play with the toys while you can guide your scholar with some learning games/activities. There are 6 study rooms you can use for up to 2 hours at a time. It's a first come, first serve basis and you'll need your library card or ID to get a room. I personally like this especially when we start working on his workbook. This gives us space and freedom discussing (we talk a bit loud sometimes). Definitely recommend this place.

Friendly and professional staff. Very clean space and well equipped conference room with small…read morekicthenette. Highly recommend. Thanks Erin and team.

My kids and I love to spend our afternoons here at this great local library! A wonderful place to…read morefind a nice comfortable seat and curl up with a favorite book or magazine this place holds many memories for my kids as they grew up! I am so fortunate to live in this community that provides such a beautiful place to spend a quiet afternoon reading or just enjoying all the great programs they seem to have all the time! They just recently went through some remodeling and the place is really nice and cozy now! Many places to sit with comfortable desks and chairs throughout! Their periodical section is a favorite. I love catching up on all my favorite magazines in this place! One of the best libraries in the area!

Came in to vote, but realized after I left that my ballot may not pass muster. It had large black…read moremarks at the top that I would think are bar codes. I know they were not there any time I've come to vote. It usually prints out what I voted for. I was so distracted by the big black marks, that I didn't look to see if who I voted for came through. I should have stopped and asked if this were new. If it's not, Ft. Bend should be ashamed for this. Not pleased at all!!!!

I recently visited West Pearland Library to pick up a book. This location is quiet, clean, and…read morebeautifully designed allowing natural light to light the entire building. They allow for a quiet place to eat on the 1st floor. Staff are friendly.

West Pearland Library, yall have the bucks honey!…read more I made a decision to get a Brazoria County Library card due to a book I needed for work purposes. Another branch was the only branch to have it. I've enjoyed visiting various branches and since getting my library card. This library is really nice! Spacious and clean. There's ample seating with pods, open tables, private meeting/study rooms, and a lovely balcony area with more seating. There's an elevator as well- accessible. My initial visit was during the holidays so there was lots of decor. Librarians/Library staff were friendly and helpful. When I'm in the area, I'll definitely return!

This library is truly a blessing. This is the ONLY 24 hour library I could find in Houston, the…read moreother library systems close way too early for my tastes since I'm a night owl studier. The 24 hour schedule runs Sunday-Thursday, so not 24/7 but 24/5 (says the receptionist and it's currently the fall semester as I type this review). If you're a non-student like me (I'm post-grad studying for boards) you'll have to borrow a rice student ID or find a way to sneak in. ... Just kidding! They're visitor friendly. Just present your drivers license to the receptionist at the visitor entrance, which faces the giant-open-spaced-courtyard (east side of building). They have a ton of cubicles, tables, and study rooms here, and all of them have outlet plugs!! The cheapest parking lot is the Greenbriar lot. It's the farthest from the library but is only $2/day versus closer lots that are $1 per 15 min, maxed at like 3 hours a day. Womp. The walk from Greenbriar to the library is about 20 minutes. I know it doesn't sound like much, but if you don't work out like me and the weather's been around 90 degrees... that walk lasts forever, and you'll arrive at the library covered in sweat. (Trust me, I speak from experience). Luckily... I discovered the bus system and my sweaty problems were solved. The Greenbriar/RVA bus route will pick up from Greenbriar lot and drop you off near the library. Take advantage of it! Save your energy for studying!

Excellent library!! They also allow non-Rice students to enter which is nice (just need to present…read morephoto ID) with guest WiFi. Plenty of study spaces with outlets. They even have a seed garden! (Can take 3 seed packets per person). Very cool!

I am surprised how Texas is so backwards regarding provision of full facilities to its patrons…read more Since February the computers are down. 7 whole months of not having the basic amenity for school college university going students, researchers, for children for senior citizens etc. the catalogue is unapproachable!!! I have moved here from Missouri where such a concept would be taken as the utmost joke of the century. There the libraries are open 10 am to 9 pm 5 days a week and by the way they don't charge their citizens for driving on highways. Anyway I give 3 stars to the Eldridge branch because the fiction collection is so blah. Full sets of James Patterson, Joan Collins, Danielle Steele and not much of literary, classics, diverse, prize winning books. The great writers of classics are represented with only one novel each, of their not so popular ones.

I am not sure why, since the last few times I have visited this library, it smells so bad inside,…read morelike the bathroom or plumbing pipe is leaking. I hope the staff knows or smells it, particularly in the reading area.

Favorite place to study in Houston. Always quiet, fast Internet and plenty of outlets.read more

I love a great library…read more The Robinson Westchase Neighborhood Library is truly a gem! Needed to get a book for my Newcomb Alumnae Association Book Club. It was available at the Robinson Westchase Library, so I made the trip to pick up my book. The library is a treasure. Open and airy, it just invites you in to check out books. Lots of shared parking spaces. The librarian pulled my book to the front desk. Walk across the bridge to Camden Park. This urban park is so nice. Worth it to cross the bridge and have a walk or sit on a swing.

My kids loved this library! The automated book return was cool, they loved the different sections,…read moreeverything was clean and the staff was knowledgeable! I also felt very safe here! My daughter was throwing a fit in the restroom (screaming was involved) and the security officer came in to check if she was ok.