This library is just a amazing it's Jane Normas and all the people are nice and it was a good…read moreexperience and have every single book you can think of and if they don't you can order in there it'll be there soon!

What a gorgeous library! Lots of natural lighting with a beautiful wooden rustic feel inside…read more Outside you'll find native wildflowers and an outdoor programming space, plus a nature trail. There are also a few public art pieces, including one that's part of the town's Art Trail. Staff was very friendly! I spent some time talking to them about their building, programs and community. They have a real gem here and it's the only library in the town.

The Sun Prairie Public Library is such a beautiful place and has activities for people of all ages…read more The summer reading challenge for children (beginning at 6 months all the way high school) is amazing. They have so many cool prizes like free passes to the Milwaukee Public Museum, the state fair, a mallard's game, etc. They also have an adult summer reading challenge as well as a fall one. I participate in both each year and they have gift card raffles & small prizes for adults too which is awesome! The library also hosts lots of cool events like author events, puzzle competitions, historical events, etc. There are SO many things to do and get involved with and opportunities to learn. They also have an incredible collection of books and "book club bags" complete with multiple copies of popular books and a question guide for book clubs! They're currently doing an expansion and amphitheater as well. So grateful to have such an amazing library. Check it out if you haven't!

We really enjoy this library! Overall, Madison Public Libraries offer many resources for the…read morecommunity. This one even has a play area for children, and we will definitely bring our toddler again in the future. We also went to the library movie night on Friday, which was great. They set up a big screen and provided some snacks and drinks, giving it a mini theater vibe. We will definitely be visiting this library many times in the future. There is also plenty of parking available, which is another plus.

Love the library! Staff is nice and they host great events throughout the year. Parking is easy…read more They have a drive through book drop for the cold days. The library system is connected to over 30+ branches so you can reserve a book for pickup at this spot.

One of the first things I do when I move somewhere is go to their local library and see what it's…read morelike. Coming from an actual city, and being in Janesville, I was prepared to see a few copies of a phone book, someone's yearbook from the '70s, and maybe a few old Dean Koontz novels with the jacket cover taped back on, and some pages missing. I was definitely in for a pleasant surprise. While they don't always have all of the latest books you'll have on your GoodsRead list, and they aren't open on Sundays, this is a very nice little library, and definitely the best community asset to Janesville. When you get a library card you get to choose between white or teal cards. The ground floor is a cafe, with seating where people are sometimes seen playing chess with strangers, or enjoying books that they've purchased, or picked up for free, as you can just drop off books there for people to grab, and also the "community room" which can be reserved for large meetings/gatherings. Other, smaller rooms are available on the second floor for anyone to reserve or request, as well. The second floor has a hold shelf for reserved books (you can put a hold on books online or at the library), self check out stations, an employee recommends section that lists what genres those employees are into so you know if their likes are a good fit for you to choose from, and all the the books. There's also a bulletin board with a listing of all sorts of local events going on in Janesville, and some going on in the library. There's a table with hand sanitizer and lotion. The real thing here is the events. This library hosts so many events and does so much for the community. It's truly impressive. The only thing I dislike about this library is that the return slot inside the library is not clearly labeled at all, and I wandered around like a fool until I saw other people slowly putting their items one at a time into a small, unlabeled, conveyor belt hole in the wall one at a time, and asked them if that was it. Haha. All the employees are hella nice. According to the website, there are other return sites for the books, including Woodman's, which I've also done a review on. Woodman's is open 24 hours a day, so if you're out getting your groceries in the middle of the night and need to return your library book, you can kill two birds with one stone, theoretically. I've yet to do so. I have attended a writing workshop here, an open mic event, a support group, and picked up a free craft project. I've only lived here a couple months.

Well there are some super reference librarians the interests are very young kids have taken over. I…read moreperceive this library as being somewhat hostile to handicapped and elderly because of the great distances you must travel before access to a wheelchair And staff won't help you get there I'll bring one down. I believe there should be better noise control. Even staff doesn't try to hold their voices down so there are no example for the public. Restrooms are too far from the publication ory And main computer site. This is important because the elderly and handicapped and maybe others may not be able to walk that far In time to prevent a personal accident a personal accident. I would like to see staff That is not busy and currently visiting circulate to maintain order and be of assistance to patrons. The staff also should have stools so they don't have to stand all day. The library is kind of like the rest of Janesville it's sort of okay but it could be much better .

This is a great library, spacious and lots of events going on here! I think that's what I love…read morebest, is that various different groups and organizations can meet here. I haven't set an event up myself so I am unaware of the process, but I believe you can reserve the space free. I've been to mayoral debates here and have seen several author meet-and-greets. There are several floors and the space and design is very modern. There are artists pieces on the walls, too - love that. When I was trying to check out a book, though, I couldn't get it. Not on paper, not on ebook, must be that good! The waitlist was long so I just left and figured I'd go for the purchase on Amazon even though my whole point was to come to the library to stop buying books when I can just utilize my local library. I don't know how they decide on how many copies, but dang - they need more of this one I was looking for! There's an app called "Libby" that the library uses, as well - as a tip! Check it out.

absolutely beautiful large modern library!! that actually has space for all ages!! they even have a…read morelittle store on the second? floor with very affordable books. it was actually so pretty, id def go here to do work or study

Now this is the place where nerds salvate!! Why? Because there's a plethora of books and nooks to…read moreread books in this charming library! This library was recently renovated but keeping all the character from the old and just adding some new. (Tip, go upstairs and down the hall, to the left that's the beautiful ACTUAL old building) Leaving the old remnants to enhance the new made it a comfortable cozy place to spend the rest of your life...if it didn't have closing hours. Seriously though, it has so much for every age. I just want to have kids so I have have a weekly tradition of walking my kids to this exact library. From classes, to kids events, to computers, wifi, dvds, and an excellent young adult section. It just seems so much fun!! this centralized location brings the community together. Just grab some coffee, sneak it past those peering eyes, grab a book or magazine, whatever you want to nuzzle your nose into, and spend the afternoon in bliss at this gorgeous library. Oh and ride the elevator. I'm not sure why, but I just like the way it smells. P.S. the reason the bathrooms are that color is that the homeless people of Edgerton, don't try to live in the bathroom. I'm not kidding you.

It is a pretty small library, but it has lots of DVD's and books for the kids and adults alike. My…read morenieces go to story time here, and the librarian knows them by name. Larger libraries just don't offer that as far as I've seen.

What a stunning library!…read more Our beach trip to Lake Geneva was mostly rainy. We walked around downtown area to eat lunch. On the way back to our hotel, we popped in here just to dry off and look at the beautiful building. The building is stunning, and the landscaping is lovely. Inside is great as well. The staff were friendly and helpful. The kids section is great. We were lucky and there was a reptile presentation while we were there, which was awesome. They clearly put on good programming.

The Lake Geneva Public Library offers some truly wonderful programming for families, especially for…read moreyoung kids. Their summer reading program is a big hit in our household--engaging, well-organized, and complete with great prizes. We also really appreciate the Pasie's Preschool Play program, which provides fun, thoughtful activities for toddlers every week. The children's section has a unique and well-curated selection of books, including titles from local authors, which is a nice touch. And the library pop-up at the YMCA is super convenient--we're big fans of that outreach effort! That said, parking is a real drawback. On most visits, we end up walking 4-5 blocks just to get there. On rainy days, its impossible to arrive dry with a stroller and two kids. The building itself is historic and charming, but the space is cramped, especially when kids' programs are in full swing. Still, despite the logistical challenges, the quality of the programming and staff makes this a great community resource--especially for families with young readers.

This library has a really nice and large collection of books and other reliable resources that will…read morekeep you occupied while exploring and getting what you're looking for. The staff here is very nice and helpful. This library is very convenient for people who live in the area.

The NOISE in this library is well beyond what should be considered normal for any library, even…read moretoday, with politeness and common courtesy thrown to the wind and cell phone interruptions ruling the day. Unfortunately, HALF of the library staff are lacking in professionalism and etiquette skills, which only burden the other half that strive for and offer same. Unfortunately, it is my opinion that a few of those exhibiting the lesser qualities would probably be thinking that SHE is one of those offering the professionalism! The half offering this unprofessional, snooty and even catty attitude towards certain patrons is the very Director herself, one Ms Leann Lehner. At her best, she's a hostess overseeing a party atmosphere and hovering around the main library counter, striving for popularity and pomp. Hardly the attitude required for professionalism in such a position. Hang around long enough, and you are likely to witness a display of emotional immaturity, the likes of what you might expect at a McDonald's or in an office where there is not enough actual work to be done, so trivial matters, opinions, and whimsicality create the environment of self-centeredness and self-importance. Of course this is my opinion, but it is my EXPERIENCE as well, and for some reason, a google review I left similar to this one has somehow DISAPPEARED, while the more positive "reviews" remain! The internet is not a true public voice after all, and a hidden hand is at play manipulating the truth that can be had by hearing the opinions and experiences of several, rather than a hand-picked few voices chosen for the content desired. I've lived in a number of towns, both large and small, and NOT A SINGLE ONE has offered the poor environment that this one has. NOT ONE! And the sad part is, that years ago, THIS library used to be as quiet and studious as all the others. Maybe even more so. The directors prior to this one actually made the effort necessary to create a serene place in which serious study could take place that all the other area libraries seem to manage to offer. This latter fact pushes aside any possibility that this is the "norm" now and that humanity has grown beyond the requirements of the libraries of old. The problem is IN this library, and it needs to be addressed. For now, if you are visiting to work on a legal brief (court house is across the street) or working on a mentally challenging paper, or something of such nature, ENJOY THE PARTY!!! It will very likely test your will and concentration skills.