I'm a big fan of libraries. Love 'em. And this new location…read morefor the Kingstowne branch of the Fairfax County Public Library system has got some upsides over the old branch at Landsdowne plaza. Buuuut it's also got some aspects that make me go 'whaaaa?' Sunday hours - great. Bigger and roomier and far more natural light - great. More seating - great. Green roof - love it. The library opened a little over a week ago, and an elevator was out of order? I assume that'll be up and running soon? There's an entrance on the ground floor, but it's locked? In the children's section, there's a ledge that looks like a big slide. Kids were playing on it. There are signs that say don't sit or slide on the window ledge. Don't make a fixture that looks like a slide *in the children's section* if it's not to be used that way. Also, signage in the parking garage says to park on the 2nd floor for the library entrance. You enter, go up a level, park, enter .... that's not the library entrance. You're actually supposed to keep going up in the garage, park in the roof. THAT's the parking garage entrance level to the library. Aesthetically, I like the library. I like the expanded hours. But some signage and design choices leave me a bit flummoxed. 3.33 stars

My first library to visit in Alexandria. I went to a book sale here and received my first library…read morecard in Virginia & 5 years. I was amazed at the self checkout and the free hiking kits with state park pass to use for free. Most of the books I looked for were checked out or unavailable. Books were priced at $3 but you could purchase a bag of books for $7 after 2 pm. I found a book I was looking for on Irish nationalism and other books. The staff was very pleasant and helpful in assisting me. I noticed most books were new and in good condition in the library. The library was clean, and the new books displayed were impressive. Finding this library was east to drive to, find, and park at despite the busy traffic in the area. Definitely a library I will visit in the future.

It's hard to miss this unique building from an architectural standpoint. We really enjoy this…read morelibrary for the wide range of events for babies, toddlers, and kids. We have visited for story times, play dates, and crafts. The children's section is also really nice and includes lots of toys and a play kitchen that is popular. As far as inventory, this is a very well stocked library. Lots of bilingual Spanish books, noticed some Japanese and Korean books too. The book sales they do a few times a year are great opportunities for inexpensive children's books.

One of my favorite places is a library. Fairfax County has an impressive system. There's no…read morequestion of that. This branch in Springfield is decent enough. I will say that it's reference section is excellent. Yet they seem to lack the technology, that other branches have. If you need to use a computer, best of luck as probably won't happen with haste. Friendly staff. Also quiet compared to some of the others. That is a plus, as some of them, are getting rather chaotic. Also the selection of non fiction and fiction is more than adequate. If in the area I'll stop by, but with the price of gas these days, well you understand. It gets a conditional nod, as it works for basic purposes

My family and I used to live in the Lake Ridge area for roughly 2 years. I've always been ignored…read moreor dismissed when I visited this location but I have looked passed it. When we moved out of the area (down the street, basically), I took my 2 yr old there for the first time for toddler storytime- we have been to other locations and loved it. Before storytime started and all of the kids were playing with puzzles and toys provided by the library, Ms. Lynne Casey walked directly up to my son and I (who were in the back) and said "Those toys need to be put away. Now. It's storytime." This comment seemed overly directed to just us so I asked her if she was going to ask the other children to put their toys away as well. She deflected and reiterated that her assistant was supposed to have everything put away already and we needed to put the toys away as "it's storytime". I am not one to jump to "racism" as an excuse but as the 5 other families in the library were caucasian, I can't help to think that my African American son and I were targeted by Ms. Lynne.This is unacceptable and I will for sure never visit this location again. This is a huge disappointment as the library is a nostalgic and comforting place for us to visit.

I visited this library for a book sale, primarily, but also to just check out another FCPL…read morelocation. It's very modern looking on both the outside and inside with lots of windows allowing for natural sunlight to pour in. The book sale was in a couple of rooms off to the side in the front. I took a quick lap around and the children's section seemed well placed. I'll definitely return to peruse the selections more.

It's a decent library. I like the regional ones, as they have a lot more selections. Architecture…read morewise stunning looking. Really appreciate this, and I know others who likewise are grateful. This one can be rather busy. Unfortunately getting a computer can be a challenge. I wish they'd put more in here. As for the book selection, it's pretty good. I've had better luck with fiction than non fiction. Magazines and newspapers are here, as are considerable reference selections. For students this can be quite helpful. It is comfortable with nice chairs. If you're in the area, this one should be good enough to stop in at.

The staff at this library are pleasant and helpful. Julia Rader was nice and she provided the best…read morecustomer service. I signed up for a library card. I plan to come back to this library. I hope all staff members would model their customer service style from Julia.

I am cheap, that being said where else could I find books, both physical and digital, DVDs and…read moredigital music for free? Clean establishment, helpful staff and lots of items on hand and even more that are accessible by making a request.

Pharmacy takes several hours to fill a prescription. Hold time on the phone to speak to a pharmacy…read moretechnician is more than an hour.

Fort Belvoir is a nice a clean base. All gates require decals except the front, Tulley Gate. PX and…read moreCommissary located off the main road, Gunston Rd., and PX gas stations within easy access. Landscapers keep the grounds freshly manicured year round and it's never hard to pick out a spot of grass to just sit down and relax on. Base police keep a tight ship so make sure you watch where you park or you'll probably get a ticket, and base tickets aren't cheap. Overall, great post. Can't match a navy or air force base of the same caliber, but hey, it can always try. Five stars for a job well done.

I went to the Richard Bag Byrd Library Bag Sale at 12-2 PM. I was unfamiliar with the area and made…read morethe wrong turn to the library yet I was able to find the library. The sale was almost over when I got there but I found some good books: an Egyptian illustrated book on hieroglyphics, a blank notebook made in England, and a vintage book on birds. They charged $5 for a bag of books. Not a bad deal. The staff was very helpful and the sale was well organized.

While it looks small outside, they sure do pack a lot of books into this space! Semi-regular book…read moresales are a great way to add to your collection. Kids section is very well-stocked and they have nice story times particularly geared towards the littlest ones. Nice collection of puzzles and toys also in the kids section.

Small but cozy library. Second floor has all the internet access, magazines and private study…read morerooms. The first floor has the children's books and DVDs. Some cool things include free printing from their computers. The second floor needs restrooms so you don't have to keep going downstairs. They were open on Black Friday which was a huge help for me and my group members. It's a library, not much else to say.

This is the library on post at Fort Belvoir and I am LOVING it…read more There are plenty of computers and not really any time limit since they're never all taken. They have CAC readers and the appropriate software for DA forms. Plus you're able to print and scan for free. Just remember, no thumb drives in government computers! The service I've received here was fabulous. Ok, I'll give you that it was one instance where I needed help scanning, but the girl went above and beyond her duties to explain it. Maybe she was a volunteer because that did not look like the "good enough for government work" I'm accustomed to from civilians. I can't really speak to the book selection since I go to the Alexandria public libraries to fulfill my book needs. I've seen other people check stuff out, especially from the kids section, so it must be sufficient...or close enough. Speaking of kids... The one thing to beware of is the plethora of "Army wives" (yeah, you know what I'm talking about) with kids en toe. Those little rugrats that don't understand that libraries are quiet places and that if Soldiers are going there it's likely in order to get important work done. I'd recommend going in the morning, before the school day is over, though you may still have to contend with those younger than 5 years olds.

Convenient & clean library. Staff was very courteous and professional. Despite having limited…read moreselections, the library was up to date in rental DVDs and had many good books I checked out that day. I loved the thoughtful and colorful displays. There was some difficulty in checking out books yet it was resolved efficiently.