Small but very very well done!!! We were incredibly impressed with their youth area. Very up to date and so many options. Options for kids of all ages! read more

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Very nice library! Wish they had a bigger selection, but I understand some libraries are smaller than others. Great place to work or study!

Knowledgeable staff, excellent selection of books and materials. There is even art to rent for your home. If the library doesn't have what you're looking for, they can get it through inter-library loan. Programs from pre-school through high school. read more

Has lots of books, to read. Has a table, chair and the necessary lighting to read and review the above stated materials. I read stuff here, often, in order to maintain my intellectual supremacy, over people of a lesser aptitude. Has books to read... read more

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I love our library and how they've adapted during the pandemic to make sure we can still get books and media while staying safe. It is easy to link my account to the website online so I can request books be put on hold for me...then when they're ready, I can either schedule a curbside pick up, or put a mask in and go get them and be back in my car in a few minutes. Always incredible service from the super friendly staff. Thank you LLD! The read more

If you spend a lot of time at the library as an adult, there is really one thing that sets libraries apart: noise. I hate to sound like an old curmudgeon, well, no I don't. I have spent years taking my kids to libraries in the 5 suburban communities that I have lived in. We were very fortunate to have them all, but now the kids are older and I am usually going by myself, and I want a little quiet. Yes, libraries are supposed to be inherently quiet, but that can mean a lot of things. I can think of two communities neighboring Lisle were the staff, not the patrons, tend to talk a lot at their stations or between desks. Who should I complain to? I will criticize other libraries in their own reviews, so what is good here? First of all, it is the most quiet suburban library in the area. That means a lot, it must be part of the culture here that the staff are generally unobtrusive and quiet. That is great, I don't want to overhear their personal conversations or gossip about library leadership or giggling/laughing. I know that they are human, but I really appreciate their professionalism and respect for patrons. The thing about this library, and i am loath to mention it lest it drive more traffic, is that in the back of the adult section there is a great area with large windows and a skylight. I try to get there early on weekends so I can get a table. It is a great place to do QUIET work, with plenty of outlets, good wifi, and did I mention quiet? It is especially nice when a storm rolls in, you can watch it move across the sky while you work in quiet. But remember, that table in the back, it is mine. read more

Not too impressed with the library here. I used their pre-registration form online to create an account and pre-register for a library card. However, when I actually rolled in and told the librarian that I pre-registered, he ignored me and entered all my information again. Because he ignored me, I had to create a second account and a second user name to view my online account. Erg. I will be a trooper and understand why they need to charge patrons for DVD rentals, but I think $1 is steep when you can go to Family Video and rent 2 for $1 for the same amount of time. I was also upset when the DVD I DID pay to take home couldn't be read by my player because it was scratched, but when I took it back, the librarian did not care at all. She did not offer me a replacement or credit. Apparently, if your DVD doesn't play, you basically just give the Lisle Library a donation in your name. This will still be my go-to library, since I live within Lisle, but I won't be happy about until the staff does something proactive. And I definitely won't be renting any more DVDs or CDs from them. read more

I am a nanny and I visit the Lisle library on a weekly basis. The library has a spacious kids area. Kids can enjoy books, puzzles, games,computers ,etc. The staff in the children's area is very friendly and helpful. They genuinely seem happy to see the kids from one week to the next. Storytime is offered on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday morning. The preschool group has storytime upstairs and the younger children meet downstairs. The two groups come together for a craft at the end. Make sure to check out the events around holidays. This library offers Halloween trick or treating and a Holiday Hop. The young kids love it!! I will continue to visit this library on a regular basis!! read more

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The best part about this place is that I can walk here...when I first moved to Lisle, I got a library card again right away...what's better than using the place for their internet and some free books to borrow? Oh, and renting movies for $1???? When I first moved in, I found this place to be extremely useful for internet time while waiting for my cable/internet to be hooked up...and also for when my cable/internet is out of service, which isn't too often. There is usually a computer free if you need to use it. On their website you can reserve books and check out events as well - there are always events going on for kids, and adults too so it's worth checking out! If you're a resident in the area, they will send you a flyer of what is going on there from time to time. As for staff - library staff can be hot/cold...my first job was at a library and I know there seems to be a mix of personalities among staff...some can be cranky, some can be friendly & helpful. As with every library, there is a mix! I do need to get back here to renew my library card... I think once or twice a year, there is an entire month devoted to library cards and local businesses in the area will give you a discount when you flash your library card, so something to consider as well if you don't already have one... PS - it's free! read more

"Whatever the cost of our libraries, the price is cheap compared to that of an ignorant nation." Walter Cronkite Our library in little Ol' Lisle certainly isn't the biggest., flashiest building in town. It's somewhat hard to find as it's tucked away into a corner of town that overlooks our train station. It is, however, a treasure trove of volumes of tomes for grownups, and an indoor playground for the kids. The pet turtles are stop #1 for when I've got my kids, followed up by some Xbox 360 and story time. The entire 2nd floor of this place is for the kids, and for Dads and Moms with little ones, it's an awesome escape on a rainy day. The XBOX corner is always a hit and there's a nice selection of board games and toys (in addition to the books). Adult services is nice, as well. Tons of new books come in every week and they keep the titles fresh. Very nice librarians make for a pleasant experience. I would definitely recommend everyone in Lisle use this wonderful public resource. read more

The trouble with this place is it's bulging with books! It would be impressive in a town considerably larger than Lisle. Helpful staff, nice online system, public computers, media rental, numerous special programs. Upstairs is the children's section and a "Jr. High corner". I attend a montly science fiction / fantasy book group; there is also a fiction group and a Great Books group. See their website for other stuff. The website calendar is a bit sketchy; you can get a better idea of what's up by clicking on the newsletter. read more

I can't do it. I just can't say anything good about this library. Its selection is not great, with its overabundance of biographies and lack of copies of classics. However, that's not a big deal. That's not the real problem. The problem is the place itself. The staff is ALWAYS cold, robotic, uncaring, and mostly unhelpful. One worker is guaranteed to be this way each day. Actually, I think I should clarify what I mean by unhelpful. It's not that the library staff CAN'T help you, it's that they DON'T WANT to help you. You are almost guaranteed to be treated as if you are bothering them. The best instance I have of this happened today, actually. I was looking for a movie that their online database said was in. I asked one of the librarians, who, as expected, acted annoyed. I was told that the movie was "in storage" while they renovated. "In storage," of course, meant that it was behind a sheet of plastic in the actual library itself with practically the rest of their movies, and everyone in the library staff was far too lazy to bother to look for it for me. Heck, I would've even went myself to look for it if I had to, but to no avail. Can I also mention that this is one of the last libraries in the WORLD that needed renovating? They think they NEEDED a renovation? They need a grip on reality, and to check on some other libraries in other states that need funding and new buildings much, much worse than they do. Glad to see that my tax dollars are hard at work here. I also think it a rather snooty requirement that you need be a resident of Lisle before they'll even considering loaning you anything. They even ask for proof of your residency, including a lease if you had just moved there. Honestly, if they have my name and my phone number, they obviously have a way to contact me if I haven't returned something on time. What do they care whether or not I'm a resident? And for that matter, why do they now make a habit of always asking me anyways whether I am a Lisle resident every time I walk in. Personally, this is the worst library I've ever been to. It doesn't have to be this way. read more

We love the library and the librarians even more!! There are so many fun activities to do at the library and events too! read more

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The Lisle library has quite a bit for almost everyone. The have an extensive media section that includes DVD's, CD's, and even Xbox/Wii/PlayStation games. They recently dropped the $1 rental fee and is now free for card holders. That is sweet. The book section is pretty good and so is their childrens section upstairs. The staff downstairs is friendly however the staff upstairs, ironically in the childrens section, are a less so. read more

Wonderful little gem that Lisle offers. My family and I come here at least once a month to check out new books or peruse their clearance books. The selection they have is surprising considering that their size is on the smaller side for libraries.All of the staff is very warm and approachable and when you combine that with everything else I explained then this turns out to be quite an awesome library. Highly recommended! read more

Librarians are so helpful. It is mostly quiet. There is never and trash laying around; very clean. The entrance and exit switch is still odd for me but it seems like it flows better now. I hope they bring their return cart dance back for the 4th of July's parade. That was fun and cute. Good job everyone. read more

I would have given lisle library 5 stars years ago. In the past ten years, I almost never had any problems checking in and out books. Staffs were nice and friendly and helpful. However, recently I started having troubles with this library. They constantly forgot to check in the books I returned on time, but charged me with fine. Sometimes, the books were put back on shelves without being checked in. The on hold book requests are not processed on time. The already paid fine is still shown in my account. The staffs are very rude and not helpful at all. All of these make me so upset and frustrated every time. I noticed many new faces there. While some senior librarians might have been retired, new employed staffs seem lack of training and not doing their jobs professionally. It is not the same library I love to go anymore. Go to another library if you have a choice. read more

Have enjoyed visits to Lisle library for last 30 years. Very friendly very helpful staff...Always ready to assist when I have a computer issue. Their DVD collection is diverse and always has some classics mixed in with current titles. read more

When I moved to this area this is the first library card I carried. I loved this small, intimate library. It reminds me of the public library in my old town, and they observe silence as a rule. The one thing I truly despise about Naperville Libraries is the amount of noise, even from librarians speaking in street sound level voices. read more

I've found just about any item I've needed at the Lisle Library. I've found the staff to be helpful, friendly and more than willing to share a kind word. What book or item I haven't found has been obtained through other library catalogs. Pretty standard procedure for libraries. This is a small town library with a small town budget. The library, however, is still up to date with regards to books and other typical library items, as well as providing Internet access and other media, which is a draw for the community. This review is to somewhat address Mark P.'s review above. I've lived in Lisle for 10+ years, and yes, the library did need some revamping. Maybe you haven't seen it, since your new home appears to be OH, but it's more comfortable and contemporary looking. The layout is more organized, as well. It was also in need of quite a bit of infrastructure work, electrical, AC, plumbing, etc. I don't know where you come from, but I've never yet heard of a library that doesn't require you to live in the community. If you're are or were a law student, I'm sure you didn't expect to go to a different college or university and expect to get a card. It simply isn't done. As for ID, do you expect them to take your word for it? Are you sure you're a lawyer? Where would you live or go that doesn't require some form of ID? Overall, I give the Lisle Library, and it's staff, an A. Happy reading! read more

This is a wonderful Library! I think the post in 2007 is not quite getting how a (any) Library works. Libraries in Illinois are funded by their local residents. You have to be a resident in order to obtain a Library card. If you are not a resident then you need to get a card from your home Library and then you can register to use other Libraries that have a recip agreement in place. Ex: Lisle is funded by their local residents. They cannot just register another community member (ex: Woodridge) as "theirs." They can only register Lisle patrons to use Lisle as their home LIbrary. As one can walk out with hundreds, if not thousands of dollars of community property then you must prove you are a resident and have the legal documents ( lease, mortgage, or utility) to show that you are a resident taxpayer. This Library is a wonderful example of a community Library, and I've always been treated wonderfully here. I use Bolingbrook, Naperville, and Lisle on a regular basis (yes, you can register as a recip at others once you have your "home" Library card) and I always find the collection and service at Lisle to be great. And YES, YES - it needed a renovation. In fact it needs more!! The kid's section looks great now - and much more room for books downstairs. read more

Librarians very helpful. Childrens section especially good, with helpful librarians and great Childrens programs. The summer reading program is always great, with a good show at the end. They always have games and contests going on too. They showcase their newer books and CDs, and let you take them out immediately. The online reservation system is awesome! It sends emails when books are coming up on expiration, and allows you to reserve books also. It's online system is much better than the other systems the neighboring suburbs use. The Adult programs have a lot of variety too. Great selection of movies. It's nice that the renovation is done. Really, a little-known gem of a library! read more

I love this library! It's always quiet, and they have a lot to offer for multimedia, including video games for PS3, Xbox 360, and Wii. They're all free for 7 days! I think they also made all older DVDs free, too. This library isn't as big as the Naperville library, but it definitely gets the job done for me. read more

I think the first review was wroten by an idiot! Obviously he's never been here. Are you locals with me? It's selection is really big and better than other libraries. There are enough books for the small population it supports and educates. The junior- section is full of new books and there are soo many dvds and other books. The staff is perfect! What's more is a volunteer uhh USUALLY DON'T THINK OF YOU AS ANNOYING! geez! read more