I was a library kid. I spent most of my adolescence in the library…read more Checking out books for fun, using the computers when the internet was out at home. Studying for school. Research projects and papers. In my last few years of high school, I volunteered after school for scholarships. It's sad to see libraries don't seem to get there level of love they used to as a public service. Thank you for the childhood memories! I'm no longer in Orange County, but you'll always have a place in my heart!

Less than a block away from Lake Eola is the downtown library. Aside from just books and movies…read morethis location has the most to offer as far as services and activities. From balloon animal courses, fiber arts, Renaissance events, resume help, or language learning, this location has it all! Plus, the staff has always been super kind and helpful. I've personally taken a couple of foamsmithing classes where you make props for cosplay. In Foamsmithing I we made Deathstroke masks. In II we made pokeballs. Both classes were a blast and I can't wait for the next one!

Been wanting to come here for sometime now but I always forget about coming. I was looking for a…read morespot to read and that's when I remembered the library. Upon arriving, there was parking all around the building. After I parked, I noticed there was a round about to walk around outside and a couple spots by the ponds to read! I went inside the library, and it was very organized. Spots around downstairs and upstairs to study or read. There were private rooms for rent. For the most part, I was able to read and concentrate. However, towards the end, there were kids upstairs that were being loud and I couldn't concentrate anymore. I didn't know this library was different than the Orange County library. I thought it was the same, but thankfully, getting a new library card was simple. I found the 2 books I was looking for! There's book returns both inside and outside of the library! My favorite thing about this spot is the architecture outside!

I love coming to this library and even though I live in Orlando, I prefer to come here instead of…read morethe Orange County libraries. Fun fact - this library has book clubs in a bag (book club kits)! Each bag comes with 11 books (and an ebook), discussion questions, and you only need one person to check out the entire kit. How cool is that? They also have a similar program for board games. Nice!

Located at Rollins College. The library has 5 levels. The top floor is the quietest. There's a…read moresmall coffee shop on the main level. Parking is tricky for members of the public but there are two or three public parking lots. Please note, if you plan on visiting this library call security or campus safety and they can provide you with a parking pass. Not only is this one of the best libraries I have visited (referring to study space, staff friendliness) in the Orlando area, it is also extremely comfortable. There are tons of different, unique, and spacious chairs to use. There is a section on the 4th floor called "Tower Reading Area" this unique space is hidden and tucked away. There are huge bean bag chairs and pillows within this room. Basically the best lounge study area I've seen to date! Go Rollins! #ifyoureforcedtostudywithnodistractionsalldaythencomehere

Located at Rollins College. The library has 5 levels. The top floor is the quietest. There's a…read moresmall coffee shop on the main level. Open until midnight on Sunday. Open to the locals. Parking can be a bit of a challenge.

Definitely recommend to check their resources and events, I was able to do basic ASL in a month,…read moresuper glad I did it

I love coming to this location on Thursdays for the toddler/preschool time. Mr. Jonathan is so…read moregreat with kids. My 4 year old looks forward to coming to the story time and classes held by him

I was completely unaware of the weekend activities at the library for littles. My daughter was able…read moreto play an educational game on the computer while we waited for the presentation to begin. We got information, played a fun game AND did a stem activity. I am eager to incorporate these events into our weekend routines!

I haven't been here in several years but dang it hasn't changed a bit. It's super quiet like u…read moreexpect and the staff are super friendly and knowledgeable about where books as well as certain authors are located. Excellent experience

This location is awesome and cute. Love that it's right in Dr Phillips. They have great storylines…read morefor kids. The kids section is really awesome too. It has many computers for little ones to play on.

I just love coming into the library. The ladies at the front desk are always so friendly and…read morehelpful. Today I just grabbed some magazines and sat in the back and browsed through them. They have a nice area that is perfect for that.

I enjoyed going to this library branch when I was younger…read more When I registered to vote, this was the location we would go to after the Herndon branch closed. I didn't really go to this location to borrow books or anything, but it was nice to visit!

I'm a huge library nerd. Always have been since elementary school when my dad first took me to the…read moremassive South Beach library on 14th street (It's no longer there anymore :( ) and that day, I checked out the book limit which was 20 books. Did I read all the books? No, but as a 7-year-old who hardly went out anywhere, that place was paradise. That's why the public library system is such a valuable asset; especially where children are involved. It keeps them out of trouble and in a place where they can actually learn something. Fast forward to many years later and my heart still skips a beat whenever I enter a Library. This Library in particular is small when compared to other libraries in central Florida, but it's also one of the newer ones so it's clean, well kept, and has a Lab room, but also a Technology room should you sign up for one of their courses. Which by the way is completely free. I try to take advantage of that when I can, just the other day I took a: "How to make a book charm class", and it was a delightful experience. I've seen that you can even learn how to program video games if you wish to go down that avenue, or if you wanted to, you could sign up to become familiar with various computer programs, even how to build a web-site, all free, why would you not take advantage of that? Other than books, you are able to check out DVD's and movies here as well. The staff is super friendly here, definitely will be back.

To the young lady who I disturbed trying to have a very quiet Zoom call, I'm sorry. You're right -…read morethat is the "reading room" and my voice carries even when I'm trying to keep it low. Fortunately, I was able to evacuate and found a FANTASTIC spot in the courtyard that was not only comfortable, but there were power outlets within reach. Laptopping from outside? Bonus! This is a large library with lots of space. There several different quiet areas though none that were "okay to talk" areas. Lots and lots of books of all sorts, plenty of parking and many comfortable spaces. If you're a train fan, the Amtrak rail goes right past. Fun to watch the train going through here. [Review 19310 overall - 1658 in Florida - 280 of 2023.]

I've finally made it over to this library and I must say that I was quite impressed with it…read moreespecially given its small size. Initially, I went over to use the computer systems to print a few documents and to scan and email a few documents. It was easy to access the computers and get everything completed. There is a small quite study area tucked away in the back. I was able to easily connect to the internet and get a few things accomplished. On another visit, I returned with a group, and we used the meeting room up from. The group had to set up and put up the tables and chairs - it was easy to do and there was plenty of equipment for our needs. Overall, I like this little library. I'm glad that it is here.

This is a smaller library and while it sure surely meet the needs of the locals, I didn't find it…read morewould work for me today as my "office." There are stacks and tables and computers available, but I did not spot a good place where I could sit with my laptop and perhaps take a quiet phone call. Still, it's a lovely space and the staff were helpful and friendly. [Review 19308 overall - 1656 in Florida - 278 of 2023.]

This library is a rough gym hidden off of 436. It's housed in an old historical building that used…read moreto be a hotel! Although it's not very large, they have everything you'd expect for a library: wide selection of books, computers, and multimedia. They also have a very good children's program that goes throughout the week. Pro tip: check out the mini park nestled at the back of the parking lot. Great place to enjoy a peaceful minute or eat lunch.

The Alafaya Branch of the Orange County Library System is on East Colonial Drive (State Road 50)…read more just east of where East Colonial Drive intersects with Alafaya Trail and is overall a decent Library, though a lot smaller than their downtown location. It is good seeing that libraries are still a thing, especially since we have sp much available through our phones and the internet. I have so many great memories of libraries in my childhood and it was nice walking through this Library and remembering those carefree days. For a Tuesday afternoon, it had a decent amount of people here. All in all, a good library.

I attended a Paint a Tote Bag Class. It was my first class ever at the library. We used paint pens…read moreto design whatever we wanted to make on the bag. The facilitator provided the pens and templates that you could use to make designs on the tote. It was nice to meet other people from the community and the ambiance was fun and relaxed. I made a bag with flowers on it and a saying, "You're Doing Great Sweetie!" Because one of my coworkers tells me that all the time like a half joke/half serious. Sometimes you gotta get through the day. I gave the bag to said coworker, which made us both laugh. Hope you try out a class at the library! It's a lot of fun and you just have to sign up on line! Enjoy the photo!