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    3.8 (4 reviews)

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    Naperville Public Library - Naper Blvd

    Naperville Public Library - Naper Blvd

    3.2(12 reviews)
    3.5 mi

    Do not go to this piece of shit library. 1. The library…read morestaff are loud as hell talking loudly all the time, their phones are loud. There is no quiet area at the computers 2. The people who use the computers use it like they're beating up a person 3. The internet sucks and doesn't work or is very slow. Save yourself a headache and go to Nichols library FUCK NAPERVILLE LIBRARY

    Is this a library or a Kinder Care?…read more I was a little disappointed that this place seems to cater to little kids with no signs of parental figures, on hand and foot since this place is within walking distance from my house (well, if I weren't so lazy it'd be within walking distance, that is). The entire huge first floor is all children's books, pics, readings, etc. It's really a shame since I have no need or room for anything child appropriate in my PG-13 plus life. The lower level is for adults and young adults and had a pretty limited selection compared to the Nichols library in downtown Naperville though I was pretty impressed with their CD collection and books on cd shelves, of which this location had cooler stuff. I defo wasn't a fan of how cramped everything was in here... there's no way it's handicap accessible, that's for sure. Seating here is kind of hard to come by so if you're planning on meeting up with a study group, get there early or whenever libraries have off-peak hours so you can stake out a spot. I sat in the empty desk area off in a far back corner with really low lighting. The kind of place library murders happen... if there is such a thing as library murders outside of stories in books at the library. I will be back since it's close to my house and because I have to return the stuff I took out at some point. I don't need another $7 late fee like I got for not returning The Crow for 4 days after the due date... like anyone else was going rent it anyway.

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    Naperville Public Library - Naper Blvd
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    Batavia Public Library - Front of the Batavia Public Library, photographed on May 21, 2024.

    Batavia Public Library

    4.8(21 reviews)
    10.0 mi

    This library is really quite beautiful. It's large and grand, reminiscent of the Carnegie…read morelibraries, though this is not one of them--the building at their current location is actually only about 45 years old. When you walk in, one of the first things you'll see is the independently operated cafe. Really handy to have at the library, but just check their hours as they don't run concurrently with the library itself. We headed down to the children's section which is on the lower level. It is a really comfortable space for kids and parents; they a rather large toy section with a play flower shop, kitchen, and lots of bins full of toys. The tables had some other activities like little puzzle books or coloring stations. They had bins of books that weren't shelved with the rest of them, but rather organized in the bins by alphabet blocks for easy access to look at with the kids. And there was lots of seating for parents to relax and watch their children. I don't check on the Batavia library since I don't live in the area, but when we were at the cafe waiting I saw on their media screen some of the events they host flash by and they looked interesting. They have in person and virtual events, it seems, which I love for its convenience, accessibility, and inclusiveness. The outside of the library has over a dozen outdoor tables, so grab something at the cafe and enjoy!

    I've been visiting this library since 2008 when my husband and I first met. We were living with a…read morefriend in Batavia for a short time, and we would come here to get some space. One of my favorite features of this library is the fireplace and the windows surrounding it. It's my favorite place to chill, read, crochet/knit, just feel like I'm in another place. Since I've been married and had kids, we've taken our kids here multiple times too. They really enjoy the downstairs children's area. There's a lot of activities to do down there and things to play with. They also have a good selection of children's books, DVDs, children's programs during the day, and lots of places to sit. Most of the people working here are very kind and helpful. There is one woman who works at the information desk in the back of the adult section between the main part of the library and the fireplace room I was talking about earlier. She has a strange attitude. I was sitting by the fireplace and it wasn't on and the room was very cold. I went and asked if they could turn it on. She says to me, "Well, we only turn it on when it's cold outside." But then she reluctantly got up and went to turn it on. It was blazing for a second, then went out. She was already back in her seat at her desk ignoring everyone. I didn't understand why she was working here because she seemed so bitter about helping the community at the info desk. ‍ other than that, it's a great place to hang out!

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    Batavia Public Library - Outdoor seating at the Batavia Public Library, accessible from the front entrance and Flyleaf Bakery Cafe, photographed on May 21, 2024.

    Outdoor seating at the Batavia Public Library, accessible from the front entrance and Flyleaf Bakery Cafe, photographed on May 21, 2024.

    Batavia Public Library - Batavia Public Library Reading Garden, photographed on May 21, 2024.

    Batavia Public Library Reading Garden, photographed on May 21, 2024.

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