Having fun isn't hard, when you've got a library card. !…read more The outside didn't look so big, but the inside is amazing. I didn't realize there was so much room in this library. I got my library card today and turned in my voter registration forms. The ladies at the front desk were both so amazing and friendly. The upstairs area has study spaces and plenty of books. The study rooms are spacious and clean. There are so many great resources to explore and the librarians were so happy to share. There are movie nights events, a silent book club, puzzle fun, and much more. Upstairs there is an area for plant propagation and a car you can complete if you have a plant question. Take a look, it's in a book ! Get you a library card!

The Georgetown library is a wonderful place to be. Getting a library card is easy. You just need to…read moreshow your identification and proof of residency. The card is free. You can check out books or music. There's a lot of places to sit in here and I see people sitting and enjoying each other's company. Some people are studying on their laptop. They have a wonderful sweet lemon kitchen area to get some food and drink drinks. The people who work here are very kind and helpful. You can check out the availability of your book online and reserve it, and they will put it in a special place for you. However, I love going through and just looking through the books and finding my book myself . There's something special about a book! When the book is due to be returned, they generously text you and ask if they can extend the rental, the avoiding charges for forgetting to return a book! There are events that are held at the library, such as concerts and other gatherings. They are posted in the front of the library. You should go look at them. This has become my new regular place. I am now reading a book series and it's so nice that I don't have to buy the book. I just read a book and I bring it back and I get the next one and in the meantime I'm certain to make a new friend! They have a children's section that just looks amazing. They even have a Jeep in there for the children to play! It is modified to be completely safe. There's no risk here. They have an elevator so you don't have to take the stairs to the second floor if you don't want to. When I was there, they were having a sculpture sale and it was just beautiful sculptures all over the library just wonderful. I highly recommend this library.

I work from home and when I come to visit my aunt and need to get away I am so incredibly grateful…read morefor this little haven. The Pflugerville community library is so perfect for children and adults alike! WiFi is fast, plenty of tables and chairs for you to read or work, and the staff are super kind! I had to print a few documents today and all I had to do was email it to an address and they printed it quickly for me for 10 cents a sheet in black and white. Super easy and convenient since I was already there! Unfortunately they don't have a licensed notary onsite but the UPS is close nearby that also offers this service. Highly recommend you stop in and say hello if you're in the area and want to support your local library!!

Pflugerville is very fortunate to have this library and its staff. The staff is very patient and…read morehelpful to assist. So many useful resources available.

Austin Central Library is nothing short of magnificent. The…read morearchitecture and interior design are modern with clean lines and elements that accentuate the library experience taking it to another level entirely. This is the type of structure and experience you'd expect in NYC, London, and the likes. Absolute perfection. I love the way the book sections and categories are divided and set up on various floors. Each floor is crazy spacious with loads of comfortable reading areas, tables, areas for rest, etc. There are private meeting rooms, a cafe, gift shop, an art gallery, rooftop deck with crazy good views of the city and Ladybird Lake, a children's library called 'Wonderland', an events center and so much more. The librarians and staff are extremely helpful, friendly, and not bothered if you need assistance locating a book. They have almost everything you could possibly be looking for to read whether for research or fun. Access to laptops and computers. Lots of charging areas for media and phones. The library is a true marvel. It makes me happy to see and know that ALL are welcome, especially the unhoused who would otherwise not have a place to go in extreme temps. The bathrooms and entire library are spotless and meticulously clean. We're so very lucky to have this amazing library in our city.

Most impressive library I've ever seen…read more Highlights: - HUGE: so may floors and so much space to hang out - Looked like a tech company space but a public version for more to enjoy - Roof garden with expansive views and fun colorful seating - A full tech area to create in with computers and installed software - Gallery: full room featuring an artist on the main level - Art: beautiful colored windows, art inside, and cool art installation with words from a snippet of a poem in English and Spanish. - Architecture: actual building was modern with unique angles and lovely. And you cross a butterfly bridge to get there - Bike repair shop below - Restaurant and coffee shop window Midlights: - My home town does not have a library like this Lowliglights: - The elevator is very slow and doesn't smell so clean...

The Cedar park library is a modern, updated space that offers a dedicated kids area with an indoor…read moreslide, sensory play and books for all ages. The outdoor playscape is also a great addition. Kids can easily spend 1-2 hours here without getting bored. The second floor hosts adult books and board games for check out. There are small meeting rooms available for booking too.

This library feels like a hidden gem! They have space to do everything needed, from borrowing…read morelaptops to making reserving rooms and even a kids area for the little ones. The library was beautiful and clean, there was so much greenery outside and details on the inside, I was amazed at how well kept this location was. I recommend anyone in the area looking for a great library to stop by!

Manor library is a small community based library that runs off volunteers. They have, for a few…read moremonths now, some new volunteers who have really stepped up to the plate. The place is looking nice, more organized, cleaner, and they are adding many kid friendly activities for children of all ages, something they never had before. They are constantly adding new books and already have a good amount of children's books! They have added a Summer Reading Program which gives kids a chance to win a tour of the Manor Fire Department, The Manor Police Department, or the Power Plant (for 4th graders and up) by completing a reading log that requires only 5 books to be read. Kids can win certificates, and in the near future there will be a prize box. They have free printed coloring sheets and crayons, free book marks, a variety of word searches, mazes, and other games kids can choose from. I can see this library doing great things in the near future and hope more people, willing to help out, will volunteer as well to make it even better! Folks, if you are looking for something to do with your kids, that is cost friendly (free) I encourage you to go to the Library and give it a shot! Feel free to check them out on Facebook, too! https://www.facebook.com/Manor-Library-1374600886146873/?fref=ts

From the owner: We are open from 10-2 most Saturdays! Please call ahead to confirm…read more The Manor Volunteer Library is supported by membership fees and donations from the Manor community. We have an updated children's section, recent bestsellers, famous classics, large print books, young adult novels, and a reference room. Computers with internet are available, and the printer and copier may be used for a fee.

We are trying to hit every branch of the Austin Public Library, we use a app for a wheel to spin to…read morepick the next one. This makes the 4th one we have been to, Spicewood, Central, and Yarborough Branch have been previously visited. We want to see the differences and support the local library. This one had a larger outdoor area then most and even had a table and chairs outside to sit and read, not something we have seen anywhere but the central library. It also has some trails with art along it, as well as some interesting but creepy statues. A nice difference that makes it stand out. Inside they make full use of the space, they have a large kids area in the back and it seems very popular. Lots of Adult book clubs and activities as well as youth and children's events. It had one of the bigger collections of DVD's and Blu Rays for rent we have seen at any branch. It does have less computers for the public with only 6 or 7 but to be fair this is the first branch where they were not all full or close to full. In fact while we were there I think I saw one person using them. So it makes sense they focus on other things to match the area they are in. They have display caps with special displays like the picks of the people who work there, which is a nice touch. SHANA SAYS: I was impressed with the huge DVD and Blu Ray collection and I am not even a movie person, ask my husband as long as you have time to listen to him talk about it for awhile. The art outside was great, the fun artwork along the paths was unique and cool addition to this branch. They had some larger artwork in statues of some kind. I didn't get a great look due to looking at other things. This is extra nice all being outside for some fresh air and sunshine. They also have a large amount of adult and kids workshops and things to do! The bathroom was clean and they have a recycled reads area and a clearly marked hold area. They have board games you can rent and several other smaller touches that all add up. There was a cool display of cards that had a legal statement about how they don't wish to talk to you or give you consent in many many languages which was both awesome to see but sad we have gotten to that point. This location is not far, the closest one besides Spicewood Springs so we will be back to check it out more

This is a wonderful branch of the Austin library system. There's a large children's room with…read moreseating, a unicorn, colorful bookshelves, and great displays of books to grab kids' attention. This was terrific see. In the main library, end caps of the bookshelves occasionally have special displays of books. And on some empty spaces of shelves, you may find surprises like book recommendations or flyers/brochures. The library has many community events, including story time, adult programs, book clubs, and youth programs. There's something for everyone! I was here to pick up a book on hold; it was easy to find that area and locate my book.

We had some time after my pain doctor visit as that didn't take as long as we feared, so we stopped…read moreat one of our favorite places in the public library. We found some books that looked interesting and I picked up one I have been wanting to read for awhile. We found out they have a adopt a bookmark where they collect bookmarks left by people over the years and you can pick one out to take home! Very cool, we also got a bookmark from their 40th year celebration last year that we did not pick up last year. The place is always clean, the staff is always great and super friendly. They always have something going on from Open Mic to writing classes. The adopt a bookmark is great.

Able to do early voting here and the staff were so polite to direct me to the polling section…read more While part of the outside was being having construction, there's still plenty of parking. Old but looks very functional and lots of posted activities.

Fun fact! Did you know that despite being in Austin, the Wells Branch Library is not actually part…read moreof the Austin library system? I sure didn't! I came bumbling in trying to renew my library card, being befuddled as to why my name wasn't even on record... Thankfully, the librarian helping me was gracious and kindly explained the issue after a solid 5 - 10 fruitless minutes of searching. At the end of the day, I walked out with a new library card specific to this lovely outpost, and a better appreciation for all these people do. There are TONS of free events hosted all year round here, particularly arts and crafts geared towards kids. It's perfect when you want them to make some cute holiday gifts or decor, or just get a break when it's too hot to play outside. Of course, there are no age limits and no one judging here, so I've availed myself of the acrylic paints on more than one occasion, too.

What horrible library staff. This is NOT an AUSTIN library! I've never had a single issue at a…read morelibrary and have had my kids attend a hundred events in Austin and I've never once been restricted from using my laptop while they did an activity. After reading other reviewers, this is clearly a management issue with the Director of this library. Will never be back and will be sticking with AUSTIN libraries.