Great library the staff is amazing. Very friendly and helpful. Always clean and never a long wait…read morefor the computer great selection of books

I took my granddaughter to story time today. She really enjoyed herself. She heard a great book,…read morethen we headed down to the lower level so she could play and color. We happened to be there on a perfect day when High Desert Falconry visited for an educational program. It was so amazing learning about these beautiful birds. We learned so much from the husband and wife team. Definitely check out their website for any upcoming events. During the summer, they also have a lunch program for the kids from 11:30 to 12:30. This is the last week they are having it. It starts when the kids are out of school and runs to the end of July. That is, if they receive the funding to offer it. Hopefully they do, because it's so great. 7/23/25

We visited this location for a quite spot to study and upon entering the building all the tables…read moreare occupied by people traveling by foot. They use up an entire table of four and use it for their dirty items. Only one person sitting at this table by the way. They are eating the entire place smells like jack in the box. They are loud and obnoxious. The employees don't seem to care. A library is supposed to be quiet and peaceful and instead it's distracting for those who are in need of a study area with Wi-Fi. You can do better than this tehachapi

I've been collecting library cards due to all the access to free stuff digitally. Every time I get…read morea new card from somewhere I learn about a different app that that branch has access too. Today I went in on my lunch to visit the Barstow library and get a card. I had no idea this was a county library which was an extra bonus and it's my first time getting any county library card. For some reason I thought you could only get a county library card if you live in that county, but it doesn't matter! The ladies that helped me were so nice and the process was easy. They took me to one of the computers to read and agree to the contract and I filled out all of my own information and was given a reference number to write down,, brought it to the front desk and that was it. I chose the Disney themed card with Puff the Magic Dragon and was told of their upcoming event on Saturday where you'll be entered to win a Lego model of Tweety Bird! Definitely stop by for the card. It's also a great space to get work done if you have a laptop. Most times I'm on the go and have to stop at a coffee shop and pray they have an open seat with an outlet but here there's plenty!

Barstow is not a destination, but it does make a great "a weird thing happened on my road trip"…read morekind of story. I was on a road trip toward the Grand Canyon. I needed to stop for gas and I happened to pull off the freeway in Barstow CA. I was not intended on stopping for spending any time in Barstow, but there I was. After getting gas, I thought as long as I am here, I might as well drive through the town to check out this curious town I had heard of from You tube travel videos. I made the library my destination (only to use the bathroom before I leave town). I saw modest homes and a high school that looked nice for a town this size. So, I pull up to the library and spy 2 characters, a man and woman standing on either side of the front door of the library. I am from a large California city, and that has taught me that if you see people "hanging out" in front of a building doing nothing in particular, it is a fair bet they are homeless (Barstow is a bit hot to just stand around outside). I get out of my car, walk about 5 feet and notice the man is yelling into the void. I was not in the mood to get close to a mentally ill person, so I get in my car and make my escape. I found a starbucks near a train station. The Starbucks was clean and not too busy. I have nothing against Barstow or the fine people from that desert town. That being said, I do not see myself making another stop in Barstow any time soon.

7/12/21 Red Rock Books Despite the circumstances of being…read morestranded in RidgeCrest, CA after getting a flat tire on the 395 South heading home to Los Angeles... I had a great experience here. This family owned business seems honorable and honest. Staff very knowledgeable. Very Friendly. Huge supply of books. We need more honest businesses like this in the LA area, so cute and homey. My daughter Loved her experience here and can't wait to go back. I hope no one ever has to deal with a flat tire on the side of the highway, but if they do... I hope you find a business like this... to brighten up their day. Highly Recommend! Great experience.

Full book store with awesome selection of gifts, books, & more. A friendly owner with a friendly…read morecat. Highly recommend visiting!

Friendly, but they need more of a collection of books. You can order them but it's not the same.read more