If you like to read and you like the quiet and you like to read in the quiet then reading here is…read morenice and quiet and nice

Amazing public library, very spacious and quiet, we just want to stay and read! nice coffee tooread more

I love my local library in Pleasanton, so much to offer the community…read more Open daily, closed on holidays, guest lectures, movie showings, summer reading program, an array of children's activities throughout the year, they host community classes such as, emergency preparedness, cultural events just to name a few. The city's office for recreational programs are now housed in the library. Their staff is friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. A gem for the City of Pleasanton.

Wifi was so slow I was not able to print the document I intended so I left with my intent failed…read more It seems likely that they are not safeguarding the integrity of the wifi to make sure people are not abusing it because they are playing online action games or performing other non-library activities, which places a crushing blow to internet traffic on everyone else. I first saw this in the software company I worked at in the 1990's where engineers would start playing online games in the afternoon and the internet slowed to a crawl exactly like what I observed at this library this week. Back in the 1990's it was not possible to control this activity. Now it is. Pleasanton is falling behind. This is not the 1990's! Upgrade your systems! To stop public Wi-Fi from being overwhelmed by heavy gaming, high-definition streaming, or massive background downloads, you don't actually need software installed on individual patron devices. Instead, the standard industry practice is to use network-level management through a Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) or DNS-based content filtering.

Adj: Retreat for Refreshing the Mind (and Body)!…read more On a sizzling hot summer day when it was nearly 100 even in East Bay, we were glad we were not in Sacramento as it was over 100 and climbing. We had escaped to the coast for the weekend, and spent Sunday night in Dublin so we decided to chill in a local library for part of the day on Monday before heading home. This is a REALLY nice library. I'm easily impressed by nicer public buildings. Our collective tax dollars at work, lol. In any case, this must be a newer building, but according to the City of Dublin, the original library "opened on May 21, 1914, in a small general store at Dublin Boulevard and Donlon Way. Over the decades, it expanded through various community locations before moving to its current 38,100-square-foot modern facility at the Dublin Civic Center in April 2003." So the current location is still over 20 years old, but you wouldn't think so by the looks of it, everything looked very new and well-kept. The lobby is big and welcoming w/library holds and an info-desk with friendly staff. Then there's a whole bunch of larger tables that sit 6-8 people each for reading and a couple rows of computers you can reserve even as a guest. The rest of the left side of the library are adult stacks of all genre, and the right side of the library, taking up almost 1/2 of the whole place was for the kids! It really was a big area w/a story-time reading and play cove towards the back, and then a bunch of shorter bookshelves filled with children's books and then several kids computers towards the children's librarian's desk. I'm glad I got to visit and hang out here for several hours and we even stayed and watched a couple of kids movies in the community room and my kids and I had a great time escaping reality at the library, haha.

A really nice library in the East Bay City of Dublin (not in Ireland, some people actually posted…read morepictures of Ireland about this library, haha), but it has a few cons. Pros: - It keeps its facility cool on the very hot days. - Parking is under solar panels that keep the vehicles cool. Nice that they're also generating energy. - Lots of books to stay entertained with knowledge. - this library is huge and has so many areas to sit and read, study, get work done etc. Cons: - Wi-Fi connection is very spotty at best. Not sure if that's the case often and an ongoing problem or if it's just bc of the heat maybe affecting the Wi-Fi. - not open on Fridays. All in all, a really big, well built and nicely maintained library that surely serves the community well.

Small but mighty library. They have a helpful team and host amazing events! They have printed…read morecalendars of their events and post to their instagram. Just recently we participated in the Book Bingo and I went home with 3 books! Don't forget the Livermore Libraries summer and winter reading challenges for all ages!

Always a great experience visiting this library. Have been coming to this one since over a year now…read morewith my toddler. Quite a few games - toys, puzzles, building blocks, kitchen etc. and of course- story books for kids of different ages. Darlene and the rest of the staff are very warm, friendly and welcoming. Always ready to help you with all the information about the different programs and activities being carried out in and around the library. It's a big place and has the park right next to it. They have fun activities for the kids esp on every Friday which is a lot of fun and learning. Well maintained and a tidy place. Would highly recommend this library in particular, to parents in and around Livermore.

Loved visiting this library as part of my Frank Lloyd Wright (FLW) tour of the Marin County Civic…read moreCenter. It is in one of the stunning domes of the large building. There's an area for FLW books and info, but the rest of the library is like any other public library and offers lots of services and products. I really enjoyed the back room which had a small exhibit about the history of Chilean people in the area. The librarians were all so welcoming and helpful! As I walked around, many greeted me warmly and also were masked -- both gestures were much appreciated!

If you are a Veteran or a loved one, there is a Veteran volunteer, every second Wednesday…read moreafternoon, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, at the Civic Center Library to answer all your questions or help you or your loved ones with any issues. I am the spouse of a Veteran. https://marinlibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/6584d0f367e8ac3700b7d1b2 Veteran, Mark, helped me for over an hour today. I can't thank him enough.

I don't live in San Ramon, but I enjoyed this library so much that I had to get a card before I…read moreleft. I love the layout of this library. Everything is mostly downstairs, but upstairs they have a section for teens. My children are younger, so we were in the kids section mostly. They currently have some fun reading summer challenges. They also have cute play stations for kids. And a 3D printer.

A quaint library in the area that provides plentiful areas to read, study or work in private rooms…read more I saw some people playing VR games. Overall, very clean and organized library with plenty of books to check out~

This is by far one of my favorite libraries in all of East Contra Costa and the San Joaquin region…read more I used to come here often on weekends to study when I was in grad school, and I'm honestly jealous of Mt House residents who have access to a library like this. It's top-tier -- great technology, plenty of different spaces to choose from, and it's easy to find a quiet area without a lot of noise or distractions. The ability to reserve a room is also simple and convenient. As far as I remember from a couple years ago, you didn't even need a library card just to come in and use the space, which I also appreciated. The staff has always been friendly and helpful, and I've never had a bad experience here -- not with staff, patrons, or maintenance. I also really respect that they're open on the weekends. Libraries like this are exactly what communities should have and what other areas should model.

My toddler and I LOVED this library. We were visiting my in-laws in Tracy and made the short drive…read moreover to see what this library had to offer. It did not disappoint! We enjoyed the lovely soft furniture, baby board books, and countless puzzles and toys to play with. The Children's area has multiple seating areas and it was nice to have space to spread out with my toddler. The staff was very friendly and the library itself is in a great area next to a park and playground you can visit before or after you get some books. We will definitely be going back the next time we are in the area.

Great place to study!…read more There are 3 floors but I get my steps in by walking up to the 3rd floor to sit down at one of the tables to get work done. I like this area because it is actually quiet and there are outlets right on the table. The wi fi is easy to access and is not slow. There are available study rooms to reserve. I would not suggest reserving one if you are looking for a quiet space (in case it does get loud in the main area) because the walls are thin and you can hear others speaking in the rooms next to you. I'd say that it is good to reserve for a group study session or if you need a whiteboard with the necessary dry erase markers. The location is really good because it's within walking distance to coffee shops and restaurants in case you need to grab a coffee before starting to study or need to take a break and get something to eat. There is plenty of parking in the parking garage!

Walking by the DVD section of the library always gives me flashbacks to the time when there was no…read moreNetflix, Hulu, Disney+, etc. I would come to the library to check out DVDs (first there were regular DVDs, then Blu-ray discs came out) and binge-watch them on my brand-new Blu-ray player. I thought I was cool. For some reason I was drawn to the piece of art at the end of the aisle on the wall. Someone had made little square origami pieces out of recycled comic-book pages, with a pebble in the middle of each square. What a creative idea that was. I don't talk to anyone because I do not have social skills. I was looking for a Harry Potter book, and the location pointed me to the first floor, where the children's books are (that was the only time I went into that section). I was never much of a reader. But within the last two years I have read so many books (30-40 books is a lot for me, okayyyy). Now I cannot go a day without reading a book. The restrooms are really clean--really, really clean. I used to dry my hands by waving them quickly through the air dryer. Now I go very slowly, as if my car is going through the last part of an automatic car wash, where the car moves slowly so the dryer can gently push the water away.

The Mill Valley Public Library feels less like a traditional public building and more like a cozy…read moremid-century mountain lodge. Easily one of the most stunning libraries in all of California. Here is what makes it so special: Atmosphere & Architecture: Tucked right into a redwood grove next to Old Mill Park, the mid-century design features huge floor-to-ceiling glass windows, warm exposed beams, and stone elements. Sitting in a comfortable armchair looking straight out into a forest of giant trees while you read is pure magic. The Outdoor Deck: The back deck overlooks the creek and redwoods. It's hands-down the best spot to work, study, or read outside on a clear day. Cozy Amenities: They have a real wood-burning fireplace in the main reading area, hand-crafted walnut furniture, and fine art pieces that make the entire space feel insanely serene and welcoming. Resources & Staff: The book and media collection is great, and because it's part of the MARINet system, hold pickups are super easy. The staff is always exceptionally friendly, helpful, and attentive. Whether you're looking for a peaceful workspace, bringing kids to the children's section, or just looking for a quiet afternoon escape from the city, this place is an absolute gem.

Unique. Epitomizes in Californian Redwood setting, a great public service (library!)…read more Its strengths are its weakness - very busy and popular!