When I pulled up to this library I was already impressed. It's so spacious with a thought out,…read morefunctional design that makes sense for a large library. The cafe space is no longer in use by the coffee cafe but this library still has a lot going for it. There are multiple meeting/ community rooms and reading lounges. The children's library is huge and every librarian that I spoke with was so helpful and nice. Desks, tables and armchairs are all over the place. It's wonderful here.

My visit started out fine. A kind employee helped me locate a pencil sharpener. However, around…read more4:30 pm today, an EMS crew with a stretcher hovered around a woman sitting at a computer. She hadn't been bothering anyone, making sounds, or causing any issues. She was just sitting there. They proceeded to ask her questions about how she was feeling, what day it was, etc. She was talking coherently but the three EMS employees and a library employee had her circled for at least 15 minutes after taking her vitals and wouldn't leave her alone. Obviously I don't know what happened. But I saw them wheel her into the ambulance. Beware if you're having an off day, or act a little eccentric. You may end up taking a thousands-of-dollars little ride if you don't answer questions to someone else's liking. Disturbing and uncalled for.

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I have lived in several places throughout the country (including bigger cities like Atlanta), IMHO,…read moreSpringfield-Greene County has one of the best library systems. The Brentwood Branch Library is a nice fit for folks (like my mom) who do not want to use the huge branches like The Station or The Center. Even though it is smaller, it has a good selection of children's books, a children's reading program and a decent number of computers for public use. There are a lot of people in our community who depend on the library's public access computers. There's free Wi-Fi and numerous tables to work from. The employees are also very knowledgeable and eager to assist. I gave only 4 stars because the resources are less than some of the larger libraries in Springfield. Truly - I'm a fan!

I like the art on the wall & the creative design of the inside. Very colorful & vibrant. Staff mad…read morechill they always coolin. Being right in the center of downtown makes it convenient for anybody who rides the bus plus it's surrounded by soo many food places. So if you need a study break to grab sum food right fast you good. Plus it's by the movie theater. Bathroom be stankin tho ngl. But that's the only thing wrong wit the spot at least in my opinion

I still like this location, but the bathroom key card checkout system has a significant drawback:…read moreit is possible for someone to walk off with the card. This happened the other night when I was in the library with my laptop, and the librarian said they would have to request a new key the next day. I ended up having to hold it until I walked back to the bus station! Not good, Springfield/Greene County Library. Not good at all.

Personally, I'm a very big fan of books and also of food so this library location is wonderful…read more It's in the same shopping strip as Panera and just on the other side is a McAlister's Deli and then a Braum's on the other side. The library is spacious and well designed with a dedicated teen area and there's also a children's library and a separate reading "room". For those who need them, there are plenty of computers throughout. I love the library and so far, have been to libraries in 6 different states and I'm so impressed and pleased with Springfield's library designs, so much valuable space for public use and all of the programs offered.

What a neat library. It's pretty cool on the inside, very clean and lots to see. There's plenty of…read morecomputers, tables, seats and books. We really enjoyed checking out a few books. The children's area was super neat, they have a train over the top going around and super spacious. The people around seemed to appreciate and respect the library. Their shop was closed today but it seemed to have lots of neat things. Usually you can walk to Panera bread from the inside but it's currently closed at the time. The staff is very helpful and very friendly.

This is a great prestigious old school that offers a first rate education. The option to take night…read moreclasses instead of overpriced, overcrowded day school courses was for me a no brainer. The night school instructors were all really cool, and understanding if you had to work a long day shift job before you got to class. The professors in general are a bit of a hit or a miss, especially in online courses. Some are excellent, with long histories of teaching and with doctorates degrees that they use to provide the best quality classes every single day, and other professors make your life difficult for no reason, and couldn't care less if you even show up at all. The campus is beautiful and you feel a great degree of history here. I attended here for two years after transferring from another school, and I feel like I never fully explored the place. The campus security is a bit over the top, since I got a parking ticket when I was still enrolling and wasn't yet a student for parking in the wrong direction. I didn't know any better and managed to get it dismissed, but it was a bit of a weird charge. I can't give Drury 5/5, simply because of the price. With a private school, you don't expect tuition to be cheap, but this school is EXPENSIVE. There's really no reason for day school to be so exorbitantly costly, unless you're purely paying for the degree. Outside of the cost, Drury is a good school with good instructors that is generally well worth your time.

So yes this is also a very bias opinion. I go to and work at this university. Have for six years…read morenow in total and wanted to contrast the opinion from so many years ago. Education: This place is first rate. The professors are some of the best in their fields, the class sizes are around 20 students, and coursework current. In my time as a student here I've been taught by retired FBI Directors, Judges, and professors that hold one if not more doctorates. Classes are challenging but also fair. I really can't say enough about the education here. Life: Drury has a large extracurricular activity catalog. There are tons of groups of various sizes, purposes, and commitment levels. You really can find a group or hobby that fits almost any interest. We recommend them to students to help them adjust to campus life. We also have a thriving Greek organizations but in contrast to the first reviewer who was a student of mine the groups only make up 27 percent of the student body. A large amount buy by no means a most of the campus. We have an outstanding Campus Recreation office and they hosts intramural for tons of sports. Administration: Dedicated to see you graduate and being a good thriving individual in your next adventure. I had to giggle a little at the first review and think back to an 80s Evil Dean character. If you want an honest answer yes you will be ticketed for violating policies and the process is designed around learning outcomes. Plus I challenge you to visit the university website and review their community standards. I'm sure you will find the policies fair and very similar to that of any university or community for that matter. I can honestly say its not a violation factory but when you are working with people who are on their own for the very first time boundaries are often tested. Overall and in a very bias way I am proud to be a Drury student and Staff member. This university has given me a sense of pride and accomplishment that I can take with me the rest of my life and an education that promises to make that life an interesting one.

Adorable! This Little Free Library looks just like the house it stands in front of and it was full…read moreof books today. Located on a cul-de-sac in a residential neighborhood, this box was easy to spot and the street is quiet enough that you can park your car here while you browse. The library is white with a shingle roof. The "house" has adult books and the "garage" has children's books. A small cup with bookmarks is inside with mostly paperbacks today. I was happy to add a couple of thrillers from my own library that I am spinning down. This is charter number 140965 and the online caption reads, "Built by my grandson for a Christmas gift because he knows how much I enjoy reading. He built it to look like a miniature version of our house." [Review 640 of 2024 - 332 in Missouri - 21671 overall]