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    Austin Central Library - Café Window the restaurant is on the other side. You can also see the library gift shop from this angle :)

    Austin Central Library

    4.5(209 reviews)
    74.7 miDowntown

    Austin Central Library is nothing short of magnificent. The…read morearchitecture and interior design are modern with clean lines and elements that accentuate the library experience taking it to another level entirely. This is the type of structure and experience you'd expect in NYC, London, and the likes. Absolute perfection. I love the way the book sections and categories are divided and set up on various floors. Each floor is crazy spacious with loads of comfortable reading areas, tables, areas for rest, etc. There are private meeting rooms, a cafe, gift shop, an art gallery, rooftop deck with crazy good views of the city and Ladybird Lake, a children's library called 'Wonderland', an events center and so much more. The librarians and staff are extremely helpful, friendly, and not bothered if you need assistance locating a book. They have almost everything you could possibly be looking for to read whether for research or fun. Access to laptops and computers. Lots of charging areas for media and phones. The library is a true marvel. It makes me happy to see and know that ALL are welcome, especially the unhoused who would otherwise not have a place to go in extreme temps. The bathrooms and entire library are spotless and meticulously clean. We're so very lucky to have this amazing library in our city.

    Most impressive library I've ever seen…read more Highlights: - HUGE: so may floors and so much space to hang out - Looked like a tech company space but a public version for more to enjoy - Roof garden with expansive views and fun colorful seating - A full tech area to create in with computers and installed software - Gallery: full room featuring an artist on the main level - Art: beautiful colored windows, art inside, and cool art installation with words from a snippet of a poem in English and Spanish. - Architecture: actual building was modern with unique angles and lovely. And you cross a butterfly bridge to get there - Bike repair shop below - Restaurant and coffee shop window Midlights: - My home town does not have a library like this Lowliglights: - The elevator is very slow and doesn't smell so clean...

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    Schulenburg Public Library

    Schulenburg Public Library

    3.0(2 reviews)
    16.1 mi

    This is a nice small community library; however, do not come here to study or seek out quiet time…read more The staff (Thaddeus and the other staff member who dresses unprofessionally in jeans and tennis shoes) are totally ignorant to their patronage. They talk across the stacks with instructions and questions to each other. Jeans staffer loudly greets patrons at the desk and carries on conversations with them. I have learned about patrons feeding their animals and recipes they are experimenting. I have never seen Thad or Jeans ask a patron to whisper. I entered the computer room to seek solace and quiet so I could study but was abruptly told the door could not be closed. Although the library is clean and organized, it is NOT a place to study, gather thoughts, or have quiet reflection.

    I don't see the need for professional attire at this library. Yeah, there are some that wear jeans,…read morebut so what? It's a small town and the usual patrons are kids and older adults from here... meaning we all know each other. The staff is always willing to help you find a book, talk to you about it, and always willing to find it at other locations if they don't have it. While visiting this town on the weekends I sometimes come here to study before the kids come over. It's kind of hard controlling 15-20 kids who are not yours so don't expect peace and quiet for very long once the kids get out of school. Other than that, I have no complaints! The library is always clean, there's a section just for small kids, and a good variety of movies to check out.

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