Beautifully well kept bathrooms. The inside smelled much more like entering a spa than restroom…read more The outdoor spaces are serene. The children's area is lacking in the activity / resource area, especially in comparison to the Hoover Public Library. Lots and lots of books in great condition though! So if you're looking for a library to double as a learning space for children, this might not be the one for you. 3-star rating for "okay" or "average" because there are better branches in the area. However, this is a solid choice if you're nearby.

This is one of the best libraries in the Birmingham area! Very clean and comfortable. It has a good…read morevariety of books as well as activities they host. We attended a 3D printing class which was very cool and educational. Good spring break activity! I've used the rooms previously and they are great as well.

This is hands down one of our favorite libraries!…read more There's a ton of something for EVERYONE! They have teens section, kids section, a theatre I'm talking the works but the family section is why I'd say it's the BEST! The family section features soo baby things to do. For breastfeeding moms, there's a nursery for privacy. For moms with littles, there's an outside play area that's included. There's also classes for littles but register in advance because they do fill up. They also have tons of things to do throughout the month and a cute brochure to take home so you know what's happening when. Highly recommend (even if you're not a local and just stopping by).

I had a great experience with the Hoover Public Library! I placed a book on hold that had to be…read moretransferred from another library in the Birmingham area, and the process was smooth from start to finish. I received timely notifications, and the pickup was quick and easy once it arrived. The staff was friendly and helpful, and everything felt well-organized. It's so convenient being able to access books from other locations without any hassle!

Love this library. It also has a gift from there that my husband had a part of giving them. They…read morehave his artwork in needlepoint that he gave them after the loss of his first son... sadly we have lost another one. But the library is on my lists of places that I will always remember. They are graciously giving to all of the people who visit and go to read or research their books. Thank you again: As Ever, Dr. John Hugh Campbell and Mary Ellen Campbell.

Fantastic library! Heavy on children's selections. Seems like they've got a lot of great…read moreprogramming for children, too. It's a beautiful, clean, well-kept building with an easy parking lot. There's some great study tables upstairs. Spots to sit alone, collaborative tables, some couches/chairs, and even some separate rooms you can rent out. I'm unsure if you have to reserve these ahead of time, but I saw several people using them, primarily to take video calls.

Beautiful library with a lot of programs for all ages. Very nice and helpful librarians.read more

There's a new children's section now! They have a little bookstore and a place to refill your water…read morebottle. they're building up a foreign language section too just Spanish, but they have a lot of Spanish! I moved to Jefferson County so I can no longer take out books, but I still go to buy some books and look at this gorgeous corner where you can just sit in the super comfy chair and read. It's very quiet here in this section. There's also a very short nature walk in behind the library. There's not too much literary fiction or highbrow stuff here but a lot of very popular authors. They do the best they can with the money they get from the county. And that isn't much.:(

I love this library. It's like a small town place you go and see people you know. I have taken my…read moregranddaughters there since they were babies. They loved all the kids activities and the summer reading program. Friendly staff. I give them 5 stars.

I was genuinely impressed by this library. It's huge!! Three full floors plus an art gallery on the…read morefourth level. The space feels thoughtfully designed, clean, and expansive without being overwhelming. I stopped by to take a meeting in one of the study pods, and the experience was seamless. It was quiet, comfortable, and exactly what I needed to get work done while traveling. Everything felt organized and accessible. I also noticed a dedicated tutoring section, which was such a nice touch. It's clear this library really prioritizes community support and learning at all levels. I loved my experience here and will absolutely be back before I leave Birmingham.

I recently stopped in to get my library card, as I had not renewed my previous one in a while…read more Services were great. The agent was helpful and it took me about five minutes to get my new card. They also have passport services available at this location. So if you are in need of a passport, I recommend visiting the Central location, as they thoroughly explain the services to you. The staff is always so courteous and they have a nice bookstore that offers books for cheap. I have been able to find newer books there too. I highly recommend this location to help with various needs, ranging from book checkout, internet services, and passport services.

I love the Tuscaloosa library!…read more I can order books that I want to read online, and in a day or two, go pick them up with little exposure to others. During the pandemic, that is a good thing! Plus before the pandemic hit, the Library has a great book discussion group that meets monthly that is really good. It is wonderful to hear other people's views on a book and what each person got out of it personally. Join up, get a card, and enjoy!

I absolutely love this place. I come here to relax and get away from the hustle and bustle. The…read morelibrary has free wifi and tons of free space where you can come and catch some peace and quiet. I love coming here to study and get away from the house. The facilities are all up to date here and you can find a wide range of hardback books along with electronic books for check out. The places gets a bit crowded after 3pm once school lets out but you can always come find a nook with some headphones. Check it out of if you get a chance.

My first time visiting HPL was recently. It was a pretty quick trip as I was here to attend a…read moreclothing swap event. I really like that there is ample parking. I must say I overestimated how huge this library was! I hate that I didn't have more time to explore. I am glad to know they are open on the weekends!

You can call me Belle because bay-beeeee, love to read! Libraries are one of my favorite places! I…read morewas here a few weeks ago for a Kiwanis interclub event. It was easy for me to park and find the room for the meeting. It was spacious and quiet, which makes for a good meeting spot. It's a nicely decorated location and I could easily see someone in a corner reading.

So disappointed in the Macon Rd branch library. I went to see the movie Shaft today and they…read moreshowed the wrong version. We were asked if we wanted to see the originally scheduled one but some people wanted to continue watching the one they started so I didn't say anything. However, this movie was full of filthy language, repeatedly satin the F word and GD word and there were young people in the theater. This was an R rated movie and it was way too Inappropriate for youngsters but their decision,to,show it with an underage audience has really made me lose a lot of respect for them. This was not ok. I got up and left because I was pretty disgusted. Please do better library staff. Thank you

We utilized a space yesterday and the staff was amazing! The room was clean and when we had…read moreissues, they were prompt and professional in correcting the issues. We look forward to hosting future events; our experience was nothing short of amazing.

The library staff was cordial and helpful. The location was warm and welcoming very clean and…read moreorganized.

I stopped here recently to get some work done. The staff here are all friendly and helpful. The…read moreAvondale branch is very clean and offers a nice view of Avondale Park. It was raining during my visit, so that was perfect! Despite not having visited this library branch in a number of years, it's pretty much how I remembered it. A nice place!