Old schools books and…read moreElsie The Hastings Public Library is a in a building that used to be an elementary school. That's not uncommon, some of the coolest libraries I have been in have been schools in a previous life. The library has a very spacious feel to it and you can flow from room to room without running into other people or stuff. Has a definitely school type feel to it. The kids room is especially nice and was obviously design for play as much as reading. All kinds of things to keep the hyperactive delinquents occupied. A nice community room and some very friendly and helpful librarians as well as computers and wifi make this a library that is both very practical but still has that small town charm. To make it even better, the library has a resident kitty named Elsie. She of course goes where ever she wants but learned never to be intrusive and bother people that don't want her around. Of course when she found out we were more than willing to give her attention we couldn't get rid of her. Hastings is a cool library in a small town. You can get books, magazines, attend the numerous programs, use the computers and even hug a wonderful kitty. You can't ask for anymore than that from a library.

My first visit to get a library card and attend a program. Turns out the speaker cancelled 2 days…read moreprior. The librarian was helpful and efficient.

Beautiful library in Palm Coast. They have a free books section and a small book store as well. The…read morelibrary is very large and has many resources for studying and getting work done. They also have passport application and photo services. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff.

This is a wonderful library. Wednesday morning pre school story time is a treat, and was a favorite…read morepast time. The librarians / staff are kind and helpful, and the children's section has a huge selection of books, as well as stem activities like legos, puzzles, and even little tablets with games.

Really enjoyed our visit to the Southeast Branch Library. The staff was friendly, everything was…read moreclean and well organized, and there's a lot more here than just checking out books. They have a great teen area, activities for kids and adults, creative book displays, free books, and plenty of programs going on throughout the month. I also liked the little interactive touches like the "Would You Rather?" voting station. It makes the library feel welcoming and like an actual part of the community instead of just a building full of books.

Patrons of the SE Brach of St John's County Public Library:…read moreToday the librarian told me I returned 2 books in damaged format. Yes, 1 Book I will own up to and will have to replace, but the 2nd book had not any noteworthy damage. However, the librarian told me I would have to pay roughly $57.00 to replace both books. I feel this is outrageous, and I wonder why the library system does not have a refurbishing team. In my former state and library system, there was a refurbishing team set up to repair damaged goods. I pay my taxes to the state of FL which also pays for their county libraries and yet I am now double paying for damaged goods. This does not seem fair. So, patron of the library system please be aware of your materials. Also of note, the librarian named Jocelyn accosted me outside the library about the damaged materials. I feel angered by her malicious onset outside the library in the parking lot. This sort of behavior should have been handled in a more professional manner.

Recently, Jeff Gray, a kind and quiet activist and first amendment auditor who has a YouTube…read morechannel with hundreds of thousands of subscribers, stood with his handmade sign that says, 'God Bless the Homeless Vets'... not panhandling or being loud an obnoxious... outside the library. On public land, totally legal. Sarah, the manager at the library told him he wasn't wanted and he must be at least 50 feet away, across the street. He respectfully told her that he was on public land and that he was fine were he was. She sent security out to tell him to leave. He stayed. A gaggle of 'Karens' came out to tell him how wrong he was and one called 911, lying to the operator by saying he was getting loud, though he was the quietest one there. The police came, and informed the library staff that they were wrong and that Jeff was right, that he didn't have to leave just because they didn't like the way he looked or his message, 'God Bless Homeless Vets'. Betcha none of them served our country as they look down upon others who have. Maybe they should read the Constitution there at the library. You embarrassed yourself, Sarah, for all to see. Here is the video, and please notice the kindness that was bestowed on Jeff by a caring resident before Sarah and the Karen gagglers entered the chat. Sarah, you are not a king or tyrant but a public servant. Learn. Grow. Do better. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qqa-GH46xbw

Art by the…read moreocean The Anastasia Island Public Library is a small library that is part of the St. John's Country library system. Actually part of St Augustine, it is somewhat isolated from the city and is on Anastasia island A library that is very mundane and boring seen from the outside, it becomes simply stunning once you start to look around the interior. Incredible birdhouses, lighthouses, fantastic scenes of indigenous birds and wildlife and other incredible works of art are everywhere. The kid's room is a wonderful place where young imaginations can run wild. Sure the library has books and computers but it is the art and decor that makes this library very, very special. An ordinary place for books that was turned into a very, very cool place to walk slowly and see unique things that will stimulate and excite.

I went to the public library to fax an important document, and Michelle was absolutely wonderful!…read moreShe was extremely helpful, patient, and genuinely cared about making sure everything was taken care of correctly. Her kindness and willingness to help really stood out. It's refreshing to receive such excellent customer service. Thank you, Michelle, for going above and beyond!

The library provides an exceptional array of resources. It offers a friendly environment that is…read moregreat for both concentrated work and leisurely reading. You can count on the Wi-Fi for its reliability, allowing you to easily settle in and spend some quality time there. In addition to a diverse selection of books, the library serves as a central hub for the community, boasting a helpful staff and a wide range of programs and resources. I would definitely recommend checking it out!

not good if you want quiet. The "teen room" has a bunch of activites for little kids including…read moredancing games with music. Nowhere to sit and work quietly. They may have some smaller rooms you can "rent" to work in or borrow, but not available the days I went as too busy. I think the town needs some else for all these kids activities. Fleming Island has very high taxes yet only 2 judges in family law court and no quiet library. Why live here.

With my library card, I have access to an extensive digital library by using libby on my tablet or…read morephone. This has saved me a ton of money on ebooks and audiobooks! Books for sale are at the entrance, and many of them are like new. You can even find some popular titles here. This location has a much larger selection of books and media than the Middleburg branch, which I usually go to. That's not to say the Middleburg location is lacking in any way. It's still my library of choice and played a huge role in my childhood, I have a lot of happy memories here. As an adult, I recently fell in love with the library all over again and consider it one of my safe spaces. No matter which location I go to, the librarians are always helpful and patient with my many questions. I think they're superheroes, to be honest. Like most book lovers, I always look forward to my library trips and am grateful for the great system and resources we have in Clay County.

Great library serving the residents of Bostwick. Be sure to check it out during the Blueberry…read moreFestival!

An indispensable resource for anyone writing Florida history. Thank you, thank you, thank you!read more

from there web site - The Research Library of the St. Augustine Historical Society specializes in…read morelocal history, Florida colonial history and genealogy. The collection includes maps, photographs, vertical subject files, church records, circuit court cases, city government records, manuscript collections, circuit court records, and biographical files. The online catalog indexes the book collection, manuscript finding aids, the map and photographic collections. The Research Library is a specialized, closed-stack library, with the exception of a small reference collection in the main reading room; the librarians will retrieve what you need. There is no charge to use the library but there are charges for photocopies and reproductions. The library collects all things related to St. Augustine and St. Johns County. Hours: Tuesdays through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Research Library is closed on Thanksgiving Day, and the day after. We also have shortened hours on Christmas Eve, and are closed Christmas Day. Unfortunately I and usually visiting St. Augustine on weekends and after hours.

I love the Alachua County Library District!read more

We stopped by Flagler College while visiting St. Augustine and honestly it's worth a walk around…read more The grounds are really well kept and pretty to just stroll through. The standout is definitely the main dome building inside. The interior is genuinely stunning, like the kind of place that makes you feel like you're in Europe somewhere rather than Florida. We were not expecting that at all. We also happened to walk through the quad right as some kind of dunk tank event was going on where students were getting people to pay to try to dunk faculty members. We had no idea what was going on but we stopped and watched for a while because how could you not? If you're already in St. Augustine it's an easy and free thing to add to your day. Just walk around, admire the beauty, and hope you get lucky enough to catch something fun happening on campus like we did.

The architecture and artwork is stunning. This is an active college so there's limited visibility…read morebut it is free to step in and take a look around. I'd say it's definitely worth checking out as you're in and out pretty quickly. Can't complain!