One of my favorite places to go do some reading, studying, and working even if that means having…read morethe computer and my books open all day and daydreaming. There is a rather spacious parking area right in front of the library, but is usually packed in the afternoons. Still, there's a lot of parking on the streets, near the restaurant, and if it's such a nice day with so many people all over the John Collins Park, you can always park at DSW and walk all the way here. I love the tables alongside the big open windows that look right down at reed's lake. The best moments are when you can see the breeze and just stare at the blue sky from the inside. The tables along the wall have outlets, but the table in the middle of the space might not, depending on where the tables are. There are also spaces which look like an airplane VIP seating, kind of secluded and can also make you focus a bit better. I've noticed that there are times when it gets louder, especially when there are lot of people in the computer area. (I've seen some kids come to play games for hours). Other times, it's not too bad. If you want quieter spaces you can always walk to near where the bathrooms are located inside, and you'll see 2-3 rooms with glass walls all around. It works on a first-come first-serve basis, with a 2/3 hour limit. The glass walls are surprisingly real sound-proof. Spacious circular working table with enough chargers. You can always take a study break by going out to the patio for fresh air. There are still lots of people out on the benches working and reading. If you're trying to find a study place, but tired of cafes, I recommend!

One of my absolute favorite places in Grand Rapids area. It's the perfect gem that I am afraid to…read moreshare with the world. Kent Library is honestly one of the best libraries and study places I've been to. Located in the beautiful (yet bougie) East Grand Rapids, it's accessible by car, bike, bus, etc. The library is connected to the Town Hall with spacious, aplenty parking. The bus line, 6, is also an easy route to trek from Medical Mile/Downtown GR straight to EGR. Inside, the library is two stories with the top floor being the "adult"/general floor with books, DVDs, newspapers, magazines, etc. The bottom floor is the children and teen section with...AN AQUARIUM!!! Not only is Kent Library located on Reed's Lake, they also have an indoor water wonderland! I was elated to see the fishies and turtles-- #red #eared #slider #TURTLES! I spent a solid 10 minutes being completely fascinated and engrossed with these magnificent creatures. What a treat! :) The best spot to study is the area facing towards the lake. There are about ~10 tables and a handful of comfy chairs with plenty of outlet plugs. The library hours are also good and people are generally respectful there. If you get bored, you can also literally go outside to the patio overlooking the lake or hop over to Gaslight District and grab Starbucks or a delicious bite to eat. I cannot gloat about Kent Library enough. It's one of my go-to places for studying!

Now open after renovation! The refresh and layout brighten the space. There is a sizeable…read morechildren's area that is in its own space with activity areas. So glad they kept the fish tank! This has been one of my go-to KDL locations because they always have a great selection of books out to browse and there is plenty of parking. Staff is helpful and friendly. The self-checkout stations are so easy to use. There are work spaces along the wall with power outlets, two small pods for private calls/work (have not tested the sound), sitting area by the windows and throughout. There are limited study/work rooms available. There are computers and free black and white printing available. Chapter Two Bookstore has used books available for purchase. There's a huge sale for the Cascade July 4th Independence Day celebration - fill a bag for $10! Pro Tips: * Download the KDL app! Easily access your library card, put materials on hold at any location, see due dates and easily renew! * Free audio, e-books, and movies on the Libby and Hoopla apps * Don't see what you want? Go to "My Borrowing" then to "Suggested Purchases" in the app to request KDL purchase it! They purchased my request for The Mysterious Case of the Victorian Female Detective!

Went for something for the kids to do. So many kids books, toys and a separate area for them to…read moreplay.

This is such a great branch with amazing and helpful staff! Plenty of parking. I visit when I need…read moreto loan a book from another library -or when a book I want isn't available in e-reading format. The vibes are clean, quiet, studious, and welcoming.

Best customer service! Fun things for kids of all ages! Movies books video games and so much more…read moreall free to use!

This is my go-to branch! It's the closest to my home which makes it very convenient, but the staff…read moreare also so helpful and I LOVE that they have a holds locker. I don't always have the ability to make it to the library during their open hours, so being able to pick up a hold is SO SO handy. They also have a drive-thru book drop, which is also very nice! I appreciate that it's a smaller branch and makes it easier to find things and it's generally pretty quiet. They also consistently do story time, but is not quiet, but so adorable to walk past on the occassions I'm there during that time window. SUPPORT LOCAL LIBRARIES!

This library is itty bitty but it has two awesome things going for it: a drive-thru book drop…read more(perfect for inclement weather, returning books after the bar closes, bad hair days, or a sleeping child in the backseat) and an exterior holds pickup locker that can be accessed at any time!

I visit this branch weekly, as it's the closest to my house. It's not a huge library, but it's…read morebigger than some of the other nearby branches and the employees are so friendly and helpful. There's ample parking with two lots, and it's right by a bus stop. One of my favorite things about this branch is the whiteboard near the entrance, which always lets me know what "Day" it is (something fun/silly like "national don't be scared of bugs day") and has a fun prompt. One of my favorite prompts recently was, "which medieval cat are you?" and had several different printouts of medieval cats in varying stages of terror. It always makes me smile and I like reading what other people write for each prompt. The new book shelves are always full of great selections, and I love the staff picks table, where I often find something new to me to read. I utilize the library's printer on a monthly basis (you can print up to 50 pages per week for free) and it's easy to send documents from home that you can then release when you arrive. Just be sure to only send things to the printer during open hours! The drive up book drop is nice, and it checks in your books as you drop them into the chute. I do sometimes wish they had the after hours hold lockers like I've seen at other branches. I love GRPL!

So I'm on page 57 of the book and I would recommend the book 10/10 this was our library nearby so I…read morewould definitely recommend to get the horror books or the middle grade books

love the second floor a lot, lots of seating with big windows looking out towards a field that is…read moregreat to work at plenty of study / meeting rooms available as well

This library is beautiful. There is plenty of parking and the staff is always friendly. They host…read morelots of events for children and families!

This is one of my favorite libraries in the Grand Rapids area. The librarians are very friendly and…read morehelpful. It has a large children's section, a teen's room, magazine reading room, and reservable study rooms. Something that most people might not know is that the books at this location aren't always the same. Since they are part of KDL, they have a roving collection. So if a book was taken out in Comstock Park and returned to Plainfield, it will be shelved at Plainfield for the next person. So each time you look at the stacks you'll likely find an entirely new selection.

I either go to this library or the Comstock Park Kent District library on Alpine Ave, but this one…read moreis significantly larger than the one on Alpine. I've come here to browse for books and to study/do homework. It is quiet and there are plenty of seating options. I wish electrical outlets were a little more prevalent, but for the most part it is conducive for studying and connecting to the Wifi. I have also used the printer services here which has been very convenient; I can send a document to the library either by uploading online or emailing it, and the printer stores the order under your library card number to pull up once you arrive at the library. I also just placed a book on hold 2 days ago, and the next day I received an email that it was ready for pick up. I have had a positive experience thus far with this library and its staff!

I love libraries and visit them in other cities whenever I can! I've been to this branch of the…read moreHerrick District Library a few times now and I'm always impressed with the selection of items. The parking lot in front of the building is free. Walking in the main entrance, new books are in the front and there is an info desk nearby. The new book section of any library is my favorite, and they even separate out the new cookbooks, which is my other favorite section of any library. I had fun looking at lots of great new books and then wandered around a bit. There is a great section of DVDs, video games, and even board games that you can check out. They have an extensive seed library, and I saw kits to test your home energy levels. Lots of great resources at the library beyond just books. I liked the touch screen kiosk that you can use to browse the library catalog or search for events. There is ample seating and I found a cozy spot to sit and use their free wifi to get some work done. I was impressed with the library staff as I noticed them acknowledging all patrons and handling all situations and interactions with care. I am a strong supporter and lifelong user of libraries, and this is a good one.

What a lovely library! Visiting public libraries has become our new travel hack when the sun gets…read morehigh and we're looking for a little local adventure. This particular library branch is located a few blocks from the Main Street of Holland's shops and restaurants and features an expansive and engaging children's section with several play installations for all ages. We enjoyed a craft activity, read a few books, and played in their playscape/house for about an hour. I also snuck to the basement to find a cozy fireplace seating area and small used bookstore. Fabulous spot whether you're a local or visitor!