This library is pretty large and has great amenities! They have a designated children's area that…read moreis huge! The children's area has a designated room for story time (come early to get a ticket), tables for crafts or homework, tons of books (obviously) for all ages...and the best part... a room in the back of the children's section that is a play area that is full of legos, blocks, a play kitchen, etc. The play area has benches lining the perimeter so caregivers can watch the children. I'm not as close to this library anymore, but I do enjoy visiting with my daughter for story time and the play area.

I love that this library has a drive through service. Just pull up with your digital barcode and…read morethey'll hand you your books. Plus you can return books through the window as well. The people are always friendly and helpful. Also check out the many services the library provides: story time, computer classes, meeting spaces, and so much more!

The Land O Lakes Branch Library is a great place to read, book a study room, and find a quiet,…read morepositive atmosphere. The library staff is so great! They're always happy to help and really accommodating. I love that they have events happening every week, it keeps the community connected.

One of the loudest libraries! The staff needs to do a better job with the noise levels. It's a…read morelibrary! I tried studying but was immediately interrupted by people that just want to talk. Try whispering. I will never come back to this location and will spread the word about this location. Wasted my gas and time.

This is a very nice library. I love that they have story times for different age groups and a play…read morearea for small kids. On Wednesdays they have baby time at 11am and I believe at 10am as well. Baby time last for 20-30 minutes and they are lead by very engaging and sweet story time tellers. We do sign language, sing songs, do hand games, and read stories. The babies love it. And then afterwards we usually go to the play area in the back. Not every library in this county has one. She enjoys playing with the other babies and we also read books in the children's library. Customer service is always amazing. Everyone is so nice. And the place is always clean and has a lot of natural light. It's very refreshing coming here.

Loudest library I've ever been in - absolutely no one makes any effort to use inside voices- incl…read morethe librarians - screaming kids everywhere - people on zoom meetings just talking out loud. Horrible

It had been years since I had gone to the library. I used to love going when I was younger but as I…read moregot older technology has taken over. I have to say I am so glad I went! This library was so clean and peaceful. Staff was very welcoming and helpful. I definitely recommend anyone that works from home or just needs some alone time to stop by and spend some time here. I even got a FREE book that I could keep as part of the summer reading program

Five stars for the location, adequate parking, and the decor inside & out. I did not interact with…read morethe librarians, but saw them working behind plexiglass shields. They looked earnest & engrossed in their duties. Friday, 5/2/22, I visited this library for a one hour lesson in writing a "love letter will." It was interesting and I learned a few things. It was also a pitch for estate planning and wills, but I'm happy with our attorney and our will. I took the useful brochure with me. Afterwards, I wandered down the wide hallway to the double glass doors to peruse the books for sale in the front of the library. Prices were reasonable. I also looked around at the plethora of books and other materials that patrons could check out. But I had to call this visit short. I had to hurry to Palm Harbor to lead a class (Tai Chi for Balance). I hope to return for a more in depth look at what this majestic library offers.

In 1907 a railroad was built connecting Tampa to Brooksville and beyond. The engines that powered…read morethese trains were wood-burning so they had to make frequent stops to reload. One of these stops was a station just north of Stemper that was managed by William P. Lutz and his brother Charles. The two brothers named the station after themselves, Lutz. The Lutz Train Depot was in service from 1907 until 1965. It fell into disrepair and was demolished in 1966. Around the turn of the century a replica of the old train depot was built to commemorate the original. Today, that replica features a wooden building with a couple of railroad signs in the window, two wooden benches at the back of it, a replica wagon and a small plaque on each side denoting the names of people who were instrumental in bringing the depot back to life. My overall impression of the Lutz Train Depot is that it has the potential to be more. For starters, what is the story behind the depot. Why did it disappear? Why was it brought back? What did it look like during its heyday? None of this is apparent from the site. Everything I know about it, I learned via the library or the internet. I'd really like the replica depot to answer some of these questions and fill in the gaps of my knowledge base, to become more of an educational site. I love the fact that it was rebuilt, enjoy that it has the names of the people who helped make it a reality carved right into the wood (artistically carved) and that it even features an old piece of equipment for kids (and adults) to climb on. I just want it to go that one step further. The depot sits in a large grassy area known as Bullard Park. The park exists in the "y" between where the trains turned around. It has been around for years. Bullard Park used to be much bigger but some of the land was taken to build the Lutz Branch library. If you temper expectations, this place can fulfill many desires. It would be great for a picnic or as a field to play football or soccer. You could sit and watch the traffic on US 41 for a bit or just enjoy some shade on a hot day. Take some minutes at the depot and park to enjoy the present. Try not to inquire too much about the past because you'll be left with more questions than answers.

Great centerpiece to downtown Lutz. Acts as a stage for community concerts and of course the Fourth…read moreof July celebration which Lutz is known for. You'll find it right in front of the public library off of Luke's Lake Fern Road. Also great place to take family photos

This is a small local library serving the Westchase and surrounding Tampa communities, and it ended…read moreup being such a great experience for me. It had been decades since I last used a public library--and even longer since I had a library card. But this past year I've been fully in my "books and Kindle era," and while I love physical books, I didn't want to start hoarding more since I've already run out of bookshelf space. Minimalist problems So I finally decided to get a library card. I completed the application online back in December but didn't make it in until March. When I arrived, the process couldn't have been easier. The librarian simply looked me up in the system, handed me my card, and even pointed me in the direction of my next thriller read. She was incredibly helpful, and the whole experience was quick and seamless--I honestly wish I had done it sooner. As mentioned, it is a smaller library, but that hasn't been an issue at all. You can easily search for and request books, eBooks, and audiobooks online through the Hillsborough Library app and the Libby app, which makes everything super convenient. Overall, such a positive experience and a great reminder of how valuable our local libraries are!

Love this library. Basically grew up here and even though it's been renovated a lot, it still feels…read morethe same in spirit. Quiet, organized, and abundant.

This small library in Odessa has undergone much needed transformation…read more Offering many services not always associated with public Libraries,such as mommy and me classes master gardening classes,balloon sculpting shows,Tai Chi classes and cooking series taught by chefs.. You can borrow content via hoopla digital .Best sellers are usually available and many school books for high school are available i e-book or hard copy. Check out is electronic and you can save paper with an e receipt. I can order book to take out using the online service then pick up after an email note.Lots of current magazines available as well as a book store to purchase used books by the bag full.

Like the other review said this library is very small. I recently checked out a book that was…read morefairly torn up. On return the librarians accused me of doing the damage and forced me to pay the price of the book to continue going to that location. Keep this in mind on check out.

After the recent enhancements, this library has become quite impressive. It's the perfect choice…read morefor those seeking a less crowded environment. The only downside is its early closing time and being closed on Sundays. Apart from that, I applaud the cleanliness and the welcoming staff. Continuously delivering great service!

Before the Seffner library was in existence I used to drive to this library. It is a very nice…read morebuilding with a lot of parking. Always very quiet with not many patrons. Librarians are very helpful and there are a few self check out stations for your use.

It is a beautiful institution that has a long history in this little town. A bigger facility is…read morewarranted and deserved.

I visited with my daughter because we were in search of some Language Art books. There weren't any…read morebooks at this location but the online catalog stated that there were some slim pickings at other locations. I was kind of disappointed because of how archaic some of the materials were (i.e cds and dvds), but we had computer access if needed. On the bright side, the attendants at the counter were helpful. We walked away with nothing but maybe next time they'll have what we are looking for.

I LOVE this library! My son is homeschooling, so we decided to get a library card for him. I saw…read morethat this location had a "children's room" which is perfect for sitting down and reading to your kids, studying the globes, using the computers they provide for educational programs and so much more, without having to worry about your kids being "too loud." We went to this location just for him, and enjoyed the entire visit! My son and I felt really safe because there was a deputy stationed at the entrance right when you walk in. We will be trying to visit once a week now that we've discovered this location! We would love to see more hands on educational material, (like the globes) because we don't own things like that at home, and it gave us an opportunity to learn about the different continents in 3D instead of flat on a map! Lastly, they had little free craft envelopes and we were able to grab one on our way out, which I thought was AWESOME! My son really enjoyed making his butterfly!

I use the library at least twice a week and have visited different locations, but this was by far…read morethe worst experience. The staff was unfriendly, unhelpful, and not communicative. I was very disappointed with the service. Take me 5 times longer to do easy thing as usual