The photos I took do not cover how incredible this five story library truly was. Set on the NC…read moreState University campus, this is a hidden gem for book lovers and those who love Swedish design. It is massive and as soon as I walked in I felt right at home. I stumbled on this while looking for things to do in the area while attending a book signing. Being a book lover and author, this was an obvious choice. My friend and I explored the first two floors (we were pressed for time) and were in awe. I wish Charleston had something like this because I would be here every single day working on my next manuscript. There were several rooms, desks, and seating areas for readers and students alike to choose from. The large windows allow for plenty of natural light that offsets the bright interior lights. They have a wide collection of titles and studies! Highly recommend that you check it out. Just remember to be quiet and respectful as students may be present working on their projects.

My teenage son studied here for his final exams. He appreciated the later closing hours compared to…read moreour local library. I appreciated the safe location and the kind staff. On the other hand, my son complained about the slow public wi-fi, which is a pretty big negative when you're studying using your laptop. He said it took 10 minutes just to get connected to the wi-fi. But for that, this seems like a nice spot to study if you've got a personal hotspot (or access otherwise to faster Internet). Hopefully, there is faster wi-fi for NC State students.

Petty, mean spirited staff arguing with a 4 year old about whether a silly sticker was earned. We…read moreleft with a crying child who fully believed she had earned a sticker for the activity she completed. Ridiculous!

They were Very insensitive to our young children today. My…read morechild was traumatized by the rude and thoughtless actions. We left crying because they could not spare one sticker like another child got! A silly sticker that would have made a child happy!

A stable in the Community for decades. Enormous selection of books - newspapers- a history room -…read moreup to date technology- an aesthetically beautiful building inside & out. Smaller rooms available by reservation- knowledgeable helpful staff. Conveniently located a few miles away off a major interstate in the downtown area

Staff is beyond kind and effective. Space is cozy and clean with a wide selection of books and…read moreseveral games and activities for kids. Love it here

Its so sturdy in this library. I;m a native new yorker and we got nothing like this place in nyc…read morefor the free. the bathrooms are clean. security keeps it secure. theres a balcony so u can enjoy the breeze. theres a recording studio, great comfortable seating. great ambience. its nice and quiet. makes the libraries im used too back home look like a janitors closet. staff is friendly and theres no one making random noise. long story short, getchyo ass in here and read, start a business, take a nap, write a song, 3d print, watch youtube, whatever ur tryna do u can do it here in peace and comfort!!

We love visiting this library, and are thrilled they added Sunday hours! Our fav section to browse…read moreis the juvenile graphic novel section.

One of the best public libraries I have ever seen. From books to movies, laptops, meeting rooms,…read morestudy rooms, computer lab, kids rooms this place has it all. One of the largest library's I have seen for a small town. This place is amazing.

This is a very nice place. Some of the workers are outstanding. I was visiting and I needed some…read morehelp, there was a lady who helped me but she was RUDE. I was on the second floor...she really need to work on her communicating skills.

Great place for toddlers and people of all ages to learn, laugh and play. They have great programs…read morefor all ages.

The librarians are very nice here and definitely take their jobs seriously. I was impressed at…read moretheir thoughtfulness when I was offered earplugs by Melanie for the proctored exam I was taking. They're also having a storybook ball for the kids on April 14, 2018 that I'm looking forward to bringing my son to. I would definitely recommend visiting this location!

Of course there is no such thing as a BAD library, but I find the Smithfield Library particularly…read morepleasant. In addition to the books, its decor is attractive and its atmosphere cheerful and welcoming. Works by local artisans is prominently displayed, and the interior is well lit - my husband, who is visually, had no trouble navigating. In fact, if you're disabled and use a wheelchair, you'll find it delightfully accessible and very easy to navigate. The aisles are wide and there's an elevator to the upper floors. The selection of books is OUTSTANDING. Every genre is welI stocked, and I really, really appreciated the great selection of fantasy/sci-fi books. I'm an older reader who well remembers the era when public libraries paid little attention to this type of lit and reading fans had to buy their own books. ALL types of fiction are generously stocked, the biography section is outstanding and I found so many great books on sewing and crafts that were so informative I ordered my own copies of some of them. There's ample seating if you want to spend time reading onsite, and the staff is very welcoming and helpful. This library is a local reader's delight.

Best library in all of Johnston County, great events for children, teens and adults, great…read moreselection of books, dvds, audiobooks and even puzzles. The staff are wonderful, helpful and friendly people. They offer a variety of printing services, court and tax documents. They offer quiet spaces as well as a large multi-purpose meeting room, easily reservable. A great library in Johnston County!

A beautiful, clean, and welcoming public library! The process of getting a library card was quick…read moreand easy, and the librarians were so kind and helpful. They helped us find books for my son's summer reading list and even showed us how to use their library website to search for books and place holds on titles available at other libraries. They also offer a variety of events and activities. Such a wonderful community resource!

My favorite library & I desperately missed it while it was closed for renovations. They must have…read morebeen mainly upgrading the infrastructure because I don't see any real physical evidence of remodeling. There is plenty of parking & a quiet room for ADD & special needs folks with spinners etc. I love almost all the librarians with one notable exception who shall remain nameless but I'm told she gets lots of complaints. The internet isn't as strong as I think it should be for the amount of people who use it! I do appreciate that the librarians have tables set up with their favorite books. I do wish they would go back to the old days where quiet was observed but the Apex library is better about that I've found. I wish wake county libraries would have DVD's the way Durham libraries do.

Nice library! I use one of the meeting rooms for a regular committee meeting, a great place for our…read moregroup to meet.

Durham has the best libraries around! The programming is excellent. I've taken advantage of…read moremultiple adult offerings over the years, my favorite being the creative writing workshops. My friends with young children speak so highly of the children's programming as well. We are so grateful to our libraries!

I've been coming to the Eva Perry for over 20 years. Their quiet room was perfect for when I was…read moreworking on a professional certification. I would sit at one of the carrels for hours, without interruption. This is one of the largest libraries in the county. They have a huge selection of mysteries and general fiction, and their children's section is also quite large. They have regular story times for even the youngest family members, and they have regular workshops on subjects like gardening and writing. Check the boards when you walk in for more information.

There are lots of nice things about this library…read more I like that you can place books on hold and specify which library location you want to pick the books up at and they will email you once they are ready. Then you just need to go to the hold section and grab your books. You have the option to check out books with a person or utilize their kiosk to self-checkout. At this location, self-checkout is easy as you can stack up to four books at a time and the kiosk easily and quickly knows what books you are checking out. You can print a receipt or have an email sent to you with a list of books that you checked out. When returning books, you have the option for a drive-up outdoor drop-off from your car or a drop box inside. There are always plenty of staff members willing and able to assist you. There are plenty of tables and computers and I like that they have a quiet room.