Beautifully well kept bathrooms. The inside smelled much more like entering a spa than restroom…read more The outdoor spaces are serene. The children's area is lacking in the activity / resource area, especially in comparison to the Hoover Public Library. Lots and lots of books in great condition though! So if you're looking for a library to double as a learning space for children, this might not be the one for you. 3-star rating for "okay" or "average" because there are better branches in the area. However, this is a solid choice if you're nearby.

This is one of the best libraries in the Birmingham area! Very clean and comfortable. It has a good…read morevariety of books as well as activities they host. We attended a 3D printing class which was very cool and educational. Good spring break activity! I've used the rooms previously and they are great as well.

Fantastic library! Heavy on children's selections. Seems like they've got a lot of great…read moreprogramming for children, too. It's a beautiful, clean, well-kept building with an easy parking lot. There's some great study tables upstairs. Spots to sit alone, collaborative tables, some couches/chairs, and even some separate rooms you can rent out. I'm unsure if you have to reserve these ahead of time, but I saw several people using them, primarily to take video calls.

Beautiful library with a lot of programs for all ages. Very nice and helpful librarians.read more

The library staff was cordial and helpful. The location was warm and welcoming very clean and…read moreorganized.

I stopped here recently to get some work done. The staff here are all friendly and helpful. The…read moreAvondale branch is very clean and offers a nice view of Avondale Park. It was raining during my visit, so that was perfect! Despite not having visited this library branch in a number of years, it's pretty much how I remembered it. A nice place!

Apparently, the Birmingham Public Library has more to offer than just checking out books and using…read morethere computer. This branch takes pride in serving the community they're located in by offering different programs that's beneficial for everyone. If you're planning a meeting, they have rooms for both community groups or organizations that you can use for a nominal fee and I didn't know you can apply for passport since I thought only post offices handle those. As for the library itself, the few times I've been here, it's always keep clean and tidy which I never seen the place disorganized. Three section of the library is divided between the children area, the adults section and the computer room which offers free WiFi for anyone that has a library card. Regardless of what service you need, you're likely gonna find it here.

Awesome programs, at multiple locations & times. Always helpful people, facilities are always cleanread more

My first time visiting HPL was recently. It was a pretty quick trip as I was here to attend a…read moreclothing swap event. I really like that there is ample parking. I must say I overestimated how huge this library was! I hate that I didn't have more time to explore. I am glad to know they are open on the weekends!

You can call me Belle because bay-beeeee, love to read! Libraries are one of my favorite places! I…read morewas here a few weeks ago for a Kiwanis interclub event. It was easy for me to park and find the room for the meeting. It was spacious and quiet, which makes for a good meeting spot. It's a nicely decorated location and I could easily see someone in a corner reading.

I was genuinely impressed by this library. It's huge!! Three full floors plus an art gallery on the…read morefourth level. The space feels thoughtfully designed, clean, and expansive without being overwhelming. I stopped by to take a meeting in one of the study pods, and the experience was seamless. It was quiet, comfortable, and exactly what I needed to get work done while traveling. Everything felt organized and accessible. I also noticed a dedicated tutoring section, which was such a nice touch. It's clear this library really prioritizes community support and learning at all levels. I loved my experience here and will absolutely be back before I leave Birmingham.

I recently stopped in to get my library card, as I had not renewed my previous one in a while…read more Services were great. The agent was helpful and it took me about five minutes to get my new card. They also have passport services available at this location. So if you are in need of a passport, I recommend visiting the Central location, as they thoroughly explain the services to you. The staff is always so courteous and they have a nice bookstore that offers books for cheap. I have been able to find newer books there too. I highly recommend this location to help with various needs, ranging from book checkout, internet services, and passport services.

Beautiful library. Friendly and helpful staff. I love the views and comfortable / remote work…read morespaces available. I haven't visited this location in a number of years but I will definitely be back soon. Great library!!! You can reserve study rooms via their website. I plan to take advantage of this on my next visit!

As a remote worker, I'm always looking for quiet, pretty places to bunker down for the day. The…read more Trussville library was a lovely stop! The building is right next door to plenty of walking trails, there's ample parking, and plenty of space inside to get cozy. I booked one of the study rooms to have some privacy during a virtual meeting and spent the rest of my time soaking up some sun by the window. The place was really clean and the staff was quite helpful with answering my random questions throughout the day.

I really love this library branch! The staff members are so welcoming & helpful every single time I…read morevisit. I mainly come here to utilize their study rooms. Since I work remotely, it gives me a different environment to work in. It's always so peaceful! They also have great event opportunities here for all ages!

I was eating at a nearby restaurant and saw that this place was still open so I decided to drive…read moreacross the street to get me half a dozen breakup cookies. If you haven't had one before you definitely need to get some. It's the chocolate chip cookies, but they're salted. It gives them a different flavor. You can go inside and get something to go or eat it there because they do have tables for people to sit at. We came here on Mother's Day around 5 PM on a Sunday and it wasn't really busy. I will definitely be back.

Updating my review from six years ago (teary eyed face). I have so many good memories from hanging…read moreout with my friends here in high school. This was the spot we would all come to to do homework. It's still got that same warmth and charm. I came in on a Wednesday morning to sit and do some work. I ordered a cappuccino, bran muffin, and a breakup cookie to take home. The cappuccino is just as expected. Served at the perfect temp, great flavor. The bran muffin, which was my attempt to be healthy, was really a delicious stand-out. I would definitely get that again. And, of course, the breakup cookies are some of the best cookies in town. They bake all of the baked goods in-house, I believe, which gets a round of applause from me. A lot of the recipes are still the same ones I remember from 7 years ago. One thing I noticed that's even BETTER than I remember was the books and gift selection. A lot of the books caught my eye. It's a great curation of fiction, non, memoirs, birding books, children's, etc. They also carry the Village Apothecary candles, which are made locally and have some packaging I really love. Church Street is one of the Birmingham staples. I hope they're open for a million more years. They do what they do exceptionally well.

OK I am biased, I am attending the school. They have been teaching law since 1915. Designed to…read moreallow people with established careers to extend their knowledge or change career. It is a most welcome option for me. Instructors all practice in their areas of instruction, unlike regular law schools where the professors can not practice and teach the standard from the books.

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