Such a cute library! I love the drive here - so much beautiful nature on a road that is normally…read morepretty empty. Though the library isn't the biggest, the staff here are super friendly and they have unique offerings. Their Friends of the Library section is decently stocked, but what sets this location apart is they also sell cards! Many occasions - holidays, get well soon, just because - it's really cute. A few other things that makes this library unique: 1) They have free seed packets for bee-friendly flowers; 2) There's a scavenger hunt for kids - if they find everything, they can pick a small item out of a container to take home; 3) They have a play kitchen and market and a few tables where kids can do different activities; 4) Their selection of audiobooks for both kids and adults is pretty impressive. They also have a monthly calendar, some newspapers, and brochures, along with staff recommendations and board games to check out. Very cool!

This library is located in the Silverado-Trabuco Canyon area, surrounded by hills that went up in…read moreflames in 2020 (and thankfully saved by firefighters). It's a very small library in the OC system, half devoted to children and half to adults. Having driven by it countless times but never having a reason to stop (because until recently I've worked nextdoor to a library) I finally decided to check them out. They have an abundance of parking. Inside, there are a few computers for patron usage, one of which I used to sign up for a library card. With a library card you can check out things from the library as well as have free online access to Overdrive and Hoopla for ebooks. Staff were very friendly and helpful in answering a couple questions I had. Shelves were well-labeled for their little collection of books, audio books & DVDs (yes, they still exist). The children's section had a few play areas amidst the bookshelves and seemed very inviting for a youngster. In fact all of the patrons I saw here were moms with kids. They seem to have a lot of programs for children. For families in the area this is a wonderful library.

Great library for story time! This library offers story time several days in the week and has an…read moreample amount of toys to keep the kids busy. It's a 20-30 min from Irvine but Ms. Rylee keeps the kids engaged and there are so many things to do. The beauty of this library is that there is a park in the same parking lot. If you ever come, story time is in the MPR separate from the library. There's ample space and stroller parking inside, as well as bathrooms.

Foothill Ranch library has a good view. It's right next to a park. What a perfect place to grab a…read morebook and read in the sunshine. Pretty good-sized library with study tables front and center upon entry. Right when you walk in, make an immediate right to purchase used books from their small room "Friends Bookstore." With all the kids at the study tables, the noise level is low to medium. They host some pretty cool free events that I hope to try soon. This library does belong to the OC Public Libraries. You might get a little lost finding it; a few turns up a hill. Parking is shared with the park and there is some covering, if you want to make a day of it.

Very open spaced and breathable unlike other libraries where it feels suffocating. They even have…read morean outside area too in the back if anybody wanted to get some sun. People are generally quiet and has along with a plethora of books on all kinds of subjects to further my studies.

11/8/2025 update…read more Since the switch to Irvine Public Library, our experience has gone downhill. My kids were excited to visit, but after several trips, they said clearly: "We don't want to go there anymore." I agree. I don't want to go either. The shelves for elementary school students are often empty. There's no rotation, no variety, and no plan. We've returned to OCPL, where the book selection is stronger and more reliable. Irvine has over 20,000 elementary students. Two small branches without a real youth collection strategy simply aren't enough. When local families stop showing up, it's time for city leaders to rethink the system. Irvine kids love to read. Please give them an actual library they love visiting.

We would frequent Mission Viejo Library before COVID. Gosh, I miss those days of lounging in one of…read morethe library's comfortable chair or couch reading a book or connecting to their WiFi to browse the internet. Not too much has changed. They have self checkout stations but I'm old school and like to engage with the staff upon checkout. The computers truly need some deep cleaning. The copier alcove has a change machine, a bench, and table; located to the right of the checkout counter, just yards down the hall. Most heartening, a bin is dedicated to worn American flags (located to the right of the fireplace room). Other donation containers may sometimes include Marine donations and gently used purses. This library proudly displays local artists' artwork and changes it up from local schools. Most of the library books are in great shape and you can sometimes find multiple copies. Restrooms are located to the right immediately upon entering the library's automatic sliding glass doors; there are also restrooms near the adult non-fiction area. A little concerned that the parking lot is not clearly lit upon your exit of the library, if leaving after sunset.

So much books. I…read moredon't know how they made the ceiling, it's so much wood. Like it's all lined up idk how they got it all up there tho

Updating this review, mainly because since my last review, I've been here two times,…read more Just want to mention that while I was in the middle of printing very important document (medical lab request ) Next thing I know is... All the computer are turned off ! 5 o'clock closing time. No warning they just all turned off. Small notice probably had something covering that window on the computer screen. My document was sent to the printer & spooled - final print mode. But everybody's computer turned off exactly at five despite if there documents were sent to the printer. But if the computers are turned off. It won't print them. Please fix this situation somehow in someway. I do appreciate that the last two times I went there and had issues with something. (or somebody else did). Someone was kind enough to quickly help from the front desk.

My daughters class went on a field trip here and they had a back "classroom" they used to teach the…read morekids how to look things up at the library and have an opportunity to check out a book. It was a really cool experience especially for some kids who may never have gone to a public library. I'm giving it 4 stars just because there was some questionable characters right by the kids section but they have no control over who comes in the library.

This has been a great library that I often go to because it has a nice old fashion feel to it yet…read moreis also able to adapt to the modern sensibilities of today's generation. There's a bookstore inside, programs that you can get involved with, resources you can access, and a good staff. I am always grateful to be able to make a trip here and I hope to continue to do so for years to come.

A sizable amount of my childhood was spent at the libraries in my schools and city. Henceforth,…read moreI've always been partial to visiting these institutions, which led to me selecting this location to collect vote-by-mail (VBM) ballots for the Riverside Registrar of Voters leading up to the Presidential Primary Election in early 2024. I spent many hours observing the patrons and employees, as well as wandering the facility, and these are the results. First, the location is excellent. Not far from the municipal buildings, fairly close to the 91 Freeway, and on the lower edge of the sloping foothills that makes Corona one of the least efficient cities to travel around. Fortunately, the library doesn't share that flaw. Inside is a long hallway lined with the circulation desk and many displays of artwork and Lego models. These are rotating decor, but it's fun to watch kids casting votes for the best item. Another grand hallway joins perpendicular to the main one and this leads to the extensive children's section, and also has passport services and a sizeable Friends of the Library bookstore (separate review for that). Computers, conference rooms, instructional classrooms, and study rooms are available. A couple other favorite areas Include the large boardgame section and Teens area with its impressive selection of Manga anime and studyhall. Even if the same bad middleschool kids got kicked out almost daily for being loud and obnoxious, it was entertaining. A co-worker commented one day after the second or third incident: "There's the instigator, the girl with the red sneakers." Good times. On a personal note, it's nice seeing that some kids still read and enjoy visiting the local library.

This is a huge park and community center with a lot to offer. Several parking lots to start. They…read morehave a good sized pond with a walking trail around it. They have basketball, baseball, tennis, pickleball, and soccer areas to enjoy some recreation. The greenery is well maintained. There is a nice sized playground with a splash pad.

I set up a picnic date in the area after dropping my car off at the dealership. Like most parks in…read moreIrvine, there was a sense of peacefulness and serenity. We felt so relaxed when we were there and even took a nap! Unfortunately, we were woken up by the summer breeze. It can be quite chilly in the day if you're napping under a tree. Next time, we'll bring jackets. We felt very safe and enjoyed the view (the ducks)!

I usually visit a smaller branch library in the OC library system but have recently started…read morechecking out books here. The selection is much larger than most other libraries in the OC system and, as a voracious reader of nonfiction, they have much more on their shelves. The library is clean and well organized with comfortable seating here and there. They have multiple self checkout stations and helpful staff at the front counter. A self checkout station I recently attempted to use kept telling me the book I was trying to checkout didn't exist so I went to the counter where the kind fellow working quickly checked me out with no problem and mentioned they were aware of an intermittent issue with the code reader at one of the stations, likely the one I was using. Their restrooms are kept immaculate and they have a Friends of the Library store where used books can be purchased. Plentiful parking is available as it is located at the edge of a large shopping plaza; very convenient if I need to pick up a bottle of wine to go with a book.

RSM library is one of the newer (and larger) library in the OCPL system with a large collection of…read moreCDs, DVDs, and books. It has plenty of seats for reading and computer work. It is only one of the handful libraries that have self-checkout kiosks. I'm kind of old fashion and prefer seeing a librarian so I don't mess it up. The adjacent Friends of Library bookstore is open Monday through Saturday. It is one of handful places I can buy used books in South OC these days.

Such an amazing place and the people who own and run it are incredibly kind and helpful.read more

This hidden gem is chock full of the books from classic literature to the latest bestsellers. The…read moreprices are often $1.00 to $2.00 and only 50 cents for paperbacks. Adult fiction and non fiction as well as favorites for young children and teens. Profits from sales benifit the Rancho Santa Margarita Library (which is attached to the store). It's a win-win for the library and shoppers. They also have a selection of DVD's, Music CD's and audio books.