This place is always packed…read more Do this: call and make an appointment. I was in and out in under 20 minutes, and there are people waiting HOURS! Just make an appointment. They often have same day appointments available. If you don't make an appointment, you've been forewarned.

been trying to get an appointment for survivor benefits. I was told has to be over the phone I…read morefinally got an appointment for 9 am this morning and no one called I have been getting the run around. They said I can't just come in as what we discussed on phonea month ago will only be discussed again and then have to come back

Yesterday morning about 940 am, Sunday March 31, 2019, I picked up a friend on Hwy 200 and…read moreproceeded N down SE 1st Ave. downtown close to Harry's..., heading to church. I didn't feel like I was speeding but sure enough there was a lady police officer standing in the street and flagged me over, pulled me into the Remax real estate office parking lot. I felt sick as I remember belatedly, that the speed limit was 25mph!!..which had surprised me one day when I noticed how low it was...ANYHOW. This lady police officer, I think her name was Rodriguez...stood on the passenger side of my truck and I gently reached for my registration/insurance above my sun visor and then looked at her and said "I am getting my drivers license out of my left front pocket"..and she thought I said "I was HOT"..which meant I had a gun....instead of getting ALL EXCITED..like some cops on YouTube, she calmly said "if you are carrying its no BIG DEAL, I would just ask you to stand out of the car"..just like that...no PANIC...." Imagine that..? And she took my license calmly as Clint Eastwood in Dirty Harry, said politely "give me a moment please" and went into her cruiser...checked me out. Reminded me that the speed fine for 36 mph in a 25mph was $200 some odd Bucks!!! Wished me well,....smiled broadly and pulled the next guy over....she let me go!!! So, what is my point? WE NEED MORE police officers like this!!! Thanks so much for doing a stand up professional job, reminding me of the law, being polite and earning my RESPECT.

This is the second time I had gone to this library in Ocala. This time I went and payed close…read moreattention to everything and really enjoyed my visit thoroughly.I will be going back more often. Everyone was delightful and the atmosphere was pleasant leaving you with a very positive vibe. There were people of all ages doing their thing from toddlers with their parents enjoying the children's room. Some going into the meeting room for a conference and there was a room where they sold books for a a dollar or two or even less! There was a table with little baby plants to take one for free. There is a computer room, and private rooms that I think you can call and reserve and sit in complete quite. There is a genealogy room, a room for young adults and so much more. They have a monthly calendar with activities and events. You can take out 100 books at a time and keep them for 3 weeks. If you want to keep something longer and it is not needed by someone else you can sometimes keep it longer just call or request it online. You can also go online and request books from other libraries and they will see what they can do to try and find a book for you. They have a seed program to help you grow plants indoors if you need. They have a blood pressure monitor program that you can ask about too. This library and its programs care about the community and you. If you need a motorized scooter these they have a few for you to use while there. Marion County library is a wonderful library and makes you feel at home you should visit them soon. Amenities: 1)Computer room with printers 2)Fax 3)WiFi 4)Meeting Room 5)Study Rooms 6)Notary- Call Ahead *** 7)Microform readers 8)Proctoring -Call Ahead 9)Mobile/Wireless printing 10)B/W Photocopiers 11)B/W Printers Phone: (352)671-8551 Hours: Monday - Thursday: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Wheelchair Accessible ***

Belinda (Balinda?) was the MOST helpful providing important library card renewal info which will…read morehelp me stay on top of maintaining my library card annually. I was away from Ocala on a cabin trip and was able to reestablish my Libby account over the phone. I had no signal this whole trip so I was nervous calling. Belinda saved my trip! Highly recommend! Amazing, helpful people work here

Since my restaurant was located in downtown, I did walk by here on my way to the restaurant…read more Parking can get a bit difficult during the weekend nights, and I did have to drive around twice to find a spot. I was able to find one near the garage.It looked to be free parking, so that's always good. I did not know whether the garage cost extra, but I did see some parking areas that had a cost. I saw the main square with the gazebo, and looks like there were people hanging over there. There are lots of horse statues with artwork painted, and signs displaying the descriptions. And since they were artwork, there was definitely no mounting on the sculpture allowed! There are many nice restaurants, including Brick City Southern Kitchen and Harrys Seafood. There is also a theater, but I didn't go inside. Downtown Ocala looks to be pretty safe and welcoming. I should visit again during the day time and see if there are farmers markets as well. But definitely I will come back for the great restaurants over there. I just wish parking was easier. Overall: B

This is a must if you have 30 min to spare. Cute little downtown, very small, displaying equestrian…read morehistory of the area and giving homage to the biodiversity of the area. We loved it.