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    Irvine Public Library

    3.5 (154 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Ray L.

    11/8/2025 update Since the switch to Irvine Public Library, our experience has gone downhill. My kids were excited to visit, but after several trips, they said clearly: "We don't want to go there anymore." I agree. I don't want to go either. The shelves for elementary school students are often empty. There's no rotation, no variety, and no plan. We've returned to OCPL, where the book selection is stronger and more reliable. Irvine has over 20,000 elementary students. Two small branches without a real youth collection strategy simply aren't enough. When local families stop showing up, it's time for city leaders to rethink the system. Irvine kids love to read. Please give them an actual library they love visiting.

    Mandro E.

    Plenty of studying space, clean, great energy from people who were here. Plenty of computers for use and printers. There is even an outdoor space facing the pond with great views for studying. Will be coming back and recommend.

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    Lovely location with beautiful outdoor views. The staff was very friendly and helpful!

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    Parking is terrible, hard to get in and out. Avoid this one, small spaces and crowded.

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    very helpful people in the front

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    Ask the Community - Irvine Public Library

    Can I sell or donate books to this library?

    Yes, at the 'friends of the library'.

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    I came in to open a library card and the two ladies that helped me were very nice and professional.

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    UCI Science Library - seating on 6th floor

    UCI Science Library

    4.3(44 reviews)
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    one of my fav study spots!! each floor has different seating options, which is super nice…read more - my fav: the view on the 6th floor is super nice and there are outlets staff is generally quiet and leaves you alone i would definitely recommend, it's pretty quiet

    Most of the recent reviews have been complaints about student or individually, picky details, so I…read morewant to try to provide an objective evaluation of the UCI Science Library, based on my experience visiting it since 2014. You will probably not find a quieter place to study at UCI. Each floor is equipped with study tables and desks, for students and the casual reader alike. Computers are also available for those without laptops. From what I have seen, UCI updates these computers every few years, to keep up with technology advances that newer software demands. The library has several locations where you can fill up on water and use the restroom. But it is best to navigate the library yourself to find these locations, because sometimes it is easy to get lost. My favorite places to study are the fourth and fifth floor tables, across from the giant windows facing the trees and walkway. People don't usually talk, so you can enjoy some quietude on these floors. If you need to take a break from your studies or reading, take a walk outside and enjoy the architecture, or the sculptures outside depicting the life of intellectual labor. One thing to note is that due to the scandal Dr. Ayala was involved in, with regards to sexual harassment, UCI decided to remove his name from this library. For now, it is just called the "Science Library."

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